Path of the Corpse Eater Barbarian Subclass
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #117 of 404 Classes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
PATH OF THE CORPSE EATER HAS COME TO BALDUR'S GATE 3!
My second attempt at creating an entire new subclass from scratch for BG3/5e, inspired by the Corpse Eater Barbarian subclass from Obsidian's Pillars of Eternity. This is my first Barbarian subclass, and also my second Pillars of Eternity adaptation! You can probably tell I enjoy Pillars of Eternity. This one works a bit different from the regular Barbarian, in the sense that the Corpse Eater can't channel its rage on its own. Instead, it consumes corpses in a ritualistic fashion to enter a state of Rage. Once a Corpse Eater Barbarian is done fighting, there will be naught but piles of bones and offal left in their wake.
I've included abilities past level 12 for this one, so feel free to use level cap mods if you want access to them. I will not be making a separate version with reduced level thresholds. That being said, I've tried my best to make it fun to play while retaining a sense of balance, and as it's not based on 5e or any other homebrewer's work, I'm very much open to feedback and
Adds a new Barbarian subclass, Path of the Corpse Eater, inspired by Pillars of Eternity. This is a niche class mod with 116 endorsements and over 140k downloads, last updated in May 2025. For players wanting a dark, thematic Barbarian option in Baldur's Gate 3.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (140k+) shows this mod is popular and likely well-tested.
- Adds a unique, dark-themed subclass for Barbarian players who want something different.
- Inspired by Pillars of Eternity, so it brings a fresh flavor to BG3.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 116 endorsements compared to downloads—could be a sign of mixed reception or silent users.
- Last updated May 2025—might not be compatible with the latest game patches if any have released since.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who enjoy Barbarian class fantasy and want a darker, corpse-themed twist. Perfect for those who liked Pillars of Eternity and want that vibe in BG3. Skip if you prefer more traditional subclasses or want extensive documentation before installing.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to enable mods in the game's mod manager before launching.
- Check the mod's page for any required dependencies or load order notes, even if not listed here.
- If you're using other class mods, test in a new game to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- havsglimt
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 140,751
- Endorsements
- 116
- Category
- Classes
- Created
- 4/24/2025
- Updated
- 5/3/2025
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