The Morninglord's Morningstar

⭐ ⭐ (153 endorsements) 📥 3,809 downloads 📌 v2.1.2.0 📅 12/7/2024
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By Exaen · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/17/2026 📅 Created: 12/7/2024
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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #71 of 82 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod adds features that improve or fix aspects of The Blood of Lathander both visually and functionally.


Changes to the Original

The weapon is now a Morningstar instead of a Mace. For backwards compatibility, anyone wielding it will have proficiency.

Lathander's Light

  • []No longer applies its effects if the wielder is sneaking or invisible. The original effect has Combat() as a requirement, but this effect would sometimes apply regardless. This helps fix that

    []The original weapon has its light VFX on whether or not Lathander's Light is active. The weapon's light VFX now turn off if Lathander's Light is toggled off.

    []The Save DC used when applying the blind condition will either be 14 (default) or the wielder's Spell Save DC (whichever is higher).

Sunbeam

  • []Can now be recast like the normal Sunbeam.

    []Does not require or break concentration.

    []Limited to 5 turns instead of 10 and usable once per turn for balance. The effect ends early outside of combat.


New Features

Divine Acuity: +1 to attack rolls and spell save DC. This is the same feature that the Helldusk Gloves have, just a different name and different wording for the attack rolls in the description.

Morninglord's Radiance (Toggleable Passive): You and allies within 2m receive the Morninglord's Radiance condition which adds 1d4 Radiant damage to weapon attacks. This is the same one as the one received at Rosymorn Monastery.

Divine Weapon: If your Spellcasting Ability Modifier is higher than your Strength Modifier, it is used instead for attack rolls. Basically a much better Melee Caster.

Attacks made with this weapon deal additional bludgeoning damage equal to either your Strength or Spellcasting ability modifier to fiends and undead.

The calculation works the same as Finesse and also applies to weapon actions. For example:

[]Concussive Smash uses Manoeuvre Save DC when applying Dazed -- this action will use Spell Save DC instead if your Spellcasting Ability is higher than Strength. This is the same calculation made by the Deva's version of Concussive Smash.

[]Heartstopper also chooses between Manoeuvre Save DC and Spell Save DC, and it adds either the Strength modifier or Spellcasting ability modifier to its attack.

[]Tenacity (Interrupt): Uses either the Strength modifier or Spellcasting ability modifier for its damage.

[]Dawnburst Strike: On a critical hit or upon throwing this weapon, create a blast centered on the target. Enemies within 2m take 1d4/6/8/10/12 Radiant damage and may become blinded.

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This Baldur's Gate 3 mod enhances The Blood of Lathander with a toggleable aura, Shadow-Curse protection via a Moonlantern, and flexible attack scaling. It's for players who want more utility from this iconic weapon. With 153 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but appreciated tweak.

✨ Key Features

Adds Morninglord's Radiance as a toggleable aura.
Provides protection against the Shadow-Curse when a Moonlantern is in inventory.
Allows attack rolls to use either Strength or Spell modifier.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 153 endorsements and 3,809 downloads.
  • Adds meaningful utility to a beloved weapon, making it more versatile.
  • Recent update (May 2026) suggests active maintenance.

⚠️ Cons

  • Description is incomplete—cut off mid-sentence, leaving features unclear.
  • Requires a Moonlantern for Shadow-Curse protection, which may be a hassle to obtain.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who love The Blood of Lathander and want to make it even more powerful. Great for those who want to tackle the Shadow-Curse without swapping gear. Skip if you prefer pure damage over utility.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have a Moonlantern in your inventory to benefit from the Shadow-Curse protection.
  • Toggle the aura via the radial menu or hotbar to avoid unwanted effects in dialogue.
  • If you're using other weapon mods, check load order to ensure this one applies correctly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Exaen
Version
2.1.2.0
Downloads
3,809
Endorsements
153
Category
Weapons
Created
12/7/2024
Updated
5/17/2026

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