Playable Paladin 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
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #34 of 295 Classes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Playable Paladin Class
Play as the holy (or not so holy) warrior-priest, before Larian lets you!
Implementation Notes
Two Oaths are available: Ancients and Vengeance
Larian appears to have decided to implement Lay on Hands a bit differently, so I followed their lead. Lay on hands gains one charge per level instead of 5. Expending one charge lets you heal 5*level damage or heal one disease or cure 10 rounds of poison status.
Some spells are not currently implementable, as they require interaction with AI decision making. So anything that would cause enemy's to target you is not available.
Many spells appear to have been fully implemented by Larian, but not given icons so be sure to check what youre using with by hovering over them.
For some reason the god selector is tied directly to the Cleric class and I cannot figure out how. So to choose which god you follow you'll need to select the cleric class, make your selection, and then select the Paladin class.
Disclaimer
I can make no guarantee about compatibility with other mods, or with future updates to this mod.
PLEASE REPORT ANY BUGS ON NEXUS
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 updating your
`\Documents\Larian Studios\Baldur's Gate 3\Profiles\\modsettings.lsx`
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<--- OTHER MODS NODES HERE --->
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<attribute id="Name" type="FixedString" value="Paladin"/>
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<attribute id="Version" type="int32" value="0. 1"/>
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This mod adds a playable Paladin class to the game, letting you embody a holy (or not so holy) warrior-priest. It supports Patch 3 and has 574 endorsements, making it a popular choice for players seeking a divine melee playstyle.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 574 endorsements and nearly 20k downloads.
- Fills a niche for players who want a divine warrior class before official support.
- Updated to support Patch 3, so it's current for that version.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in December 2020 — may not work with later game patches.
- Requires manual installation; no mod manager integration mentioned.
For players who want to play as a paladin-style holy warrior and don't mind a mod that's been dormant since 2020. If you're on Patch 3 or earlier, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're on a newer patch or expect extensive class customization.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check your game version — this mod supports Patch 3, so if you're on a later patch, it may break.
- Place the mod files in the correct game directory (e.g., Data folder) as per standard mod installation.
- If you're using a mod manager, you may need to manually add the mod if it's not recognized.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Chance Santana-Wees
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 19,275
- Endorsements
- 574
- Category
- Classes
- Created
- 11/19/2020
- Updated
- 12/4/2020
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