RAW addon

⭐ — (18 endorsements) 📥 564 downloads 📌 v1.5.0 📅 2/3/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Aigleborgne · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 1/28/2025 📅 Created: 2/3/2024
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ BG3 Script Extender — BG3 Script Extender Download ↗
2🧩 Community Library — Community Library (Norbyte) Download ↗
3📦 Zerd's Rules As Written Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #363 of 554 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

BG3 RAW addon

This mod is an addon to Zerd's Rules As Written (RAW) at Baldur's Gate 3 Nexus - Mods and community (nexusmods.com)

You should read mod's core website because everything is explained there: BG3-RAW-Mods/bg3-RAW-addon: Baldur's Gate 3 RAW mod (github.com)

News on version 1. 5. 0:

- Patch 7 compatibility

- Hit dice during short rest fully implemented, along with RAW Durable feat

- MCM removed

- Potions and poisons use bonus action by default (2024 rule)

News on version 1. 4. 0:

- Long jump DC on difficult terrrain

- Partial Rest replaced by Story Rest

- Removed Variant Human Skill expert subrace

News on version 1. 3. 0:

- RAW Barbarian

- Long jump truly implemented

- Monk SE fixes

Credits

- BG3 Discord Modding community (lostsoul, Velnir, Athera, ghostboats, hinikuya, JuuM)

- Zerd, for RAW which gave me inspiration, and its config system.

- Community Library and Compatibility Framework

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

RAW addon is a gameplay mod that extends Zerd's Rules As Written, aiming to align the game with D&D 5th edition rules. It can be used standalone but works best with the base mod. With 18 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche tool for tabletop purists.

✨ Key Features

Addon for Zerd's Rules As Written, following the same principles
Aims to be as close as possible to D&D 5th edition ruleset
Can be used without the base mod, but recommended to use together

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Tight integration with Zerd's RAW for a cohesive D&D 5e experience
  • Recent update (Jan 2025) shows the author is still active
  • Small but dedicated following (18 endorsements) suggests it fills a specific niche

⚠️ Cons

  • Low endorsement count (18) means limited community testing and feedback
  • Requires Zerd's Rules As Written for the full intended experience, adding an extra dependency
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who already use Zerd's Rules As Written and want to push the D&D 5e authenticity further. Skip if you're not into tabletop-accurate rules or if you prefer a more streamlined experience.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install Zerd's Rules As Written first, then drop this addon into your mod folder
  • Check the mod's page for any load order notes, but since it's an addon, it should load after the base mod
  • If you're new to D&D 5e rules, this mod might feel overwhelming—start with the base mod alone

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Aigleborgne
Version
1.5.0
Downloads
564
Endorsements
18
Category
Gameplay
Created
2/3/2024
Updated
1/28/2025

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