Penance Domain Cleric Subclass
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #134 of 404 Classes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Brings James Rathwell's Penance Domain subclass for Clerics to Baldur's Gate 3. Punish yourself for your transgressions while inviting your enemies to do the same.
This mod adds James Rathwell's Penance Domain cleric subclass to Baldur's Gate 3, focusing on self-punishment and inviting enemies to punish you. With 103 endorsements and 128,216 downloads, it's a niche but popular choice for players seeking a unique roleplaying experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 103 endorsements and over 128k downloads—clearly a mod people want.
- Offers a fresh take on Clerics, perfect for players who enjoy self-sacrifice and dark themes.
- Simple concept that's easy to grasp: punish yourself, punish your enemies.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in August 2025, so it may not be compatible with future game patches.
- The subclass's gimmick might not appeal to players who prefer straightforward support or damage builds.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want a roleplay-heavy Cleric with a unique, self-punishing twist. Perfect for those who enjoy dark fantasy themes and unconventional mechanics. Skip if you're looking for a traditional healing or buff-focused Cleric subclass.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to enable mods in the game's launcher before starting a new playthrough.
- If you're using other mods, check load order—this subclass should work fine, but keep it consistent.
- Test the subclass in a new game to see how the self-punishment mechanic feels before committing to a long campaign.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- havsglimt
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 128,216
- Endorsements
- 103
- Category
- Classes
- Created
- 5/24/2025
- Updated
- 8/2/2025
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