Unnerfed Origins
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #74 of 87 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
What does this mod do?
give each of main 6 origins and 4 other companions special passives that are based on their story pre-tadpole/BG3.
Astarion - Revenant Scourge
Advantage on saving throw against Undead's action/spells
Gale - Archmage of Waterdeep
Let you to cast illusion or enchantment spell as action or bonus action.
It's toggleable. If you couldn't find it on Gale passive tab, drag it from his character common tab.
Halsin - Savage Striker
savage attacker as unarmed version
works in wildshape as long as that wildshape doesn't use weapon to attack
Jaheira - Aged Old Harper
Proficiency to all weapons and +2 AC when concentrating
Karlach - Blood War Survivor
Advantage on Fiends
Lae'zel - Interplanar Slayer
Advantage on Aberrations
Minsc - Rashemaar Berserker
Ignore physical resistances when attacking
Minthara - Psionic Retaliation
When succeed saving throw, source that caused the throw gets slow for 2 turns
Shadowheart - Resilient Soul
gain proficiency bonus - 1 to all mental saving throws (Intelligence, Wisdom, Charisma)
Example: Level 1-4: +1, Level 5-8: +2, level 9-12: +3
Wyll - Monster Hunter
Advantage on Monstrosities
Note
I found out later that sometimes these passives will be added itself 2 times. Restart the game should fix it.
Installation/Uninstallation
download and put it on load order and done. Can be installed or uninstalled at any point of the game.
Mod compatibility
should be compatible with all mods since I use Osiris to add these passives.
Q&A.
Q: Is it balance?
A: probably not.
Q: How about Dark Urge or Tav?
A: Bloody Inheritance, Eat Your Heart Out, and Second Chance are for Dark Urge. I have no interest in making one for Tav.
Additional similar mods.
Mithridatism - poison resistance and Minthara's Other Soul Branding are for Minthara.
A joke mod that's totally functional: Boo's Protection - Minsc Immune to Psychic and other mental statuses
Q: How about other items with similar passives?
A: now you or your companions get free slot.
Special Thanks
PaladinFeora for helping me with immersive passive name & description!
Mods used in screenshot
Better Starting Gear for Lae'zel by AzazeL
Datamined Karlach
Unnerfed Origins is a small companion mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that gives all origin characters lore-friendly passive abilities based on their pre-tadpole selves. With 176 endorsements and 26,654 downloads, it's a niche but popular choice for players who want to add thematic depth to their companions. Last updated in April 2026, it remains a simple, lightweight addition for roleplayers.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 176 endorsements and over 26k downloads—clearly a hit with roleplayers.
- Adds thematic depth to companions without overhauling the game.
- No dependencies or complex setup—just drop it in and play.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 176 endorsements compared to downloads—some players may not find it essential.
- May conflict with other mods that alter origin abilities—check your load order.
For Baldur's Gate 3 roleplayers who want their companions to feel more connected to their lore. If you're a completionist who enjoys subtle mechanical flavor, this is a must-try. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay changes—this is a small, focused tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to place the mod in your Mods folder and enable it in the in-game mod manager.
- If you're using other companion mods, load Unnerfed Origins after them to ensure passives apply correctly.
- Check the mod's page for any updates on compatibility with the latest patch.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- koboldJuno
- Version
- 2.3.1
- Downloads
- 26,654
- Endorsements
- 176
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 2/11/2026
- Updated
- 4/30/2026
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