War Caster 5e (2.0 Update Out Now)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #220 of 515 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
With the full release of Baldur's Gate 3 came Larian Studio's version of the War Caster feat, which left much to be desired when compared to the 5e feat. I wanted to make a version of War Caster that was more true to the original 5e feat.
War Caster 5e lets you cast a single target spell at a creature, rather than making an opportunity attack. This mod is made to work with core spells in the game as well as spells added by the mod "5e Spells". The list below will be edited as the mod is updated.
CURRENTLY IMPLEMENTED
Booming Blade
Green-Flame Blade
Chill Touch
Acid Splash
Lightning Lure
Mind Sliver
Poison Spray
Primal Savagery
Sacred Flame
Sapping Sting
Toll The Dead
True Strike
Vicious Mockery
Eldritch Blast
Shocking Grasp
Inflict Wounds
Hold Person
War Caster 5e works as a standalone mod for the core game. This mod is compatible with 5e Spells by DiZ and will be updated to include spells from that mod. The mod does require BG3SE by Norbyte, you can download this via his github or through BG3 Mod Manager.
War Caster 5e is a gameplay mod that lets you cast spells during opportunity attacks, with compatibility for Polearm Master and Sentinel, plus a new Metamagic update in beta. It has 1,220 endorsements and 93,115 downloads, last updated in September 2023.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,220 endorsements and over 93k downloads
- Adds tactical depth by letting you cast spells on opportunity attacks
- Synergizes with popular feats like Polearm Master and Sentinel
⚠️ Cons
- Metamagic update is still in beta, so expect potential bugs
- Last updated in September 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- No detailed documentation or install instructions provided
For tabletop RPG fans who want to bring 5e-style spellcasting into their game. Perfect for spellcasters who love tactical positioning and opportunity attack combos. Skip if you prefer pure martial builds or don't want to deal with beta features.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (September 2023) before installing.
- If you use Polearm Master or Sentinel, test the interaction in a low-stakes fight first to see how it feels.
- Since the Metamagic update is beta, consider disabling it if you encounter issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- DrInpharx
- Version
- 2.1.0.0
- Downloads
- 93,115
- Endorsements
- 1,220
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 8/19/2023
- Updated
- 9/26/2023
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