Playable Barbarian Class
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #114 of 295 Classes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Playable Barbarian Class
By popular demand I have now added the ability to play the Barbarian class to BG3.
Implementation Notes
Two Paths are available: Berserker and Totem Warrior
I could not find a way to detect if the character was wearing heavy armor specifically, so that restriction is not applied to any abilities.
Eagle Totem Spirit ability was changed to immunity to attacks of opportunity instead of enemies having disadvantage, as there does not appear to be a way to differentiate AOO from other attacks currently in game.
Barbarians start with their official 5e starting gear, which includes 7 weapons, Let me know if you think it should be different and if you really like having a bunch of Javelins.
I gave them a variant look of the normal Hide armor which uses the Hide Armor +1 visual, since it looks a little more "wild".
Disclaimer
I can make no guarantee about compatibility with other mods, or with future updates to this mod.
Please report any bugs that you find!
Installation
This mod is packaged in a way that _should_ work with Candor Mod Installer. You may also install manually, placing the included .pak file in
\Documents\Larian Studios\Baldur's Gate 3\Mods
Then update your \Documents\Larian Studios\Baldur's Gate 3\Profiles\\modsettings.lsx file:
<node id="ModOrder"/>
<children>
<--- OTHER MODS NODES HERE --->
<node id="Module">
<attribute id="UUID" type="FixedString" value="86cb4057-0d59-467b-920c-849b3c76a3fd"/>
</node>
</children>
</node>
<node id="Mods">
<children>
<--- OTHER MODS NODES HERE --->
<node id="ModuleShortDesc">
<attribute id="Folder" type="LSWString" value="Barbarian"/>
<attribute id="MD5" type="LSString" value=""/>
<attribute id="Name" type="FixedString" value="Barbarian"/>
<attribute id="UUID" type="FixedString" value="a4b434fa-ddcd-4f80-8c54-3cb55369a032"/>
<attribute id="Version" type="int32" value="1. 0"/>
</node>
</children>
</node>
This mod makes the Barbarian class playable in Baldur's Gate 3, responding to popular demand. It adds the class to the game, allowing players to choose it for their characters. With 295 endorsements and over 10,000 downloads, it's a community-supported addition for those wanting more class options.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-backed with 295 endorsements and over 10,000 downloads.
- Fills a gap for players who want the Barbarian class in BG3.
- Simple concept—just adds the class, no complex overhauls.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in November 2020—may not be compatible with the latest BG3 patches.
- Only adds the class; doesn't include subclasses or unique mechanics beyond the base class.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who specifically want to play as a Barbarian and are okay with a mod that hasn't been updated in a while. Skip if you're looking for expanded subclasses or additional content—this is a straightforward class addition.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's compatibility with your current BG3 version, as it was last updated in 2020.
- If you're using other class mods, ensure load order doesn't conflict—place this mod appropriately in your mod manager.
- Since it's a simple class addition, you can test it by creating a new character and selecting the Barbarian class.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Chance Santana-Wees
- Version
- 2.3
- Downloads
- 10,660
- Endorsements
- 295
- Category
- Classes
- Created
- 11/15/2020
- Updated
- 11/21/2020
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