Ward of Contempt - A Buffed Necrotic-Themed Shield of Faith Alternative
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #120 of 261 Spells mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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UPDATE: This mod is included in Liber Profanus - Symbo's Necrotic Spells - Volume 1.
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Ward of Contempt - A buffed Necrotic-themed version of Shield of Faith for all Clerics and Paladins:
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[]2 bonus AC
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]Upcastable to level 4, each level adding 1 target[]No Concentration
[]Lasts until Long Rest
- Custom VFX config
Just a few simple changes in the hopes it becomes more worthwhile and rewarding to use. As much as I've wanted to use Shield of Faith in the base game, I simply never have.
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Vanilla functionality version also available (see optional files).
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Works fine in my 500+ mod list, shouldn't cause any issues, though it might interfere with other mods using the level 1 Cleric and/ or Paladin spell lists.
I recommend a manual download and using LaughingLeader's BG3 Mod Manager for installation; I've never used Vortex for BG3 so I have no idea how to troubleshoot any issues with it.
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Mods used in screenshots:
Agile Armor
Remuchii's Fire Keeper Hair and Mask - Mod.io port
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Adds Ward of Contempt, a necrotic-themed buffed variant of Shield of Faith for Clerics and Paladins, with a vanilla version included. A niche spell mod with 28 endorsements, last updated September 2025.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Necrotic theme gives Shield of Faith a fresh twist for dark-themed builds.
- Buffed version offers a stronger option for players who want more power.
- Vanilla version included for those who prefer the original balance.
⚠️ Cons
- Small mod with only 28 endorsements, so it's not widely tested.
- May conflict with other spell mods that alter Shield of Faith or add similar spells.
For Cleric and Paladin players who want a necrotic-flavored alternative to Shield of Faith with a bit more punch. Skip if you're looking for a major overhaul or if you prefer strictly lore-friendly spells.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check your mod manager's load order to ensure this spell doesn't conflict with other spell additions.
- If you're using a mod that changes Shield of Faith, test both spells in-game to see if they stack or override.
- Since it's a spell mod, make sure your character has the required spell slots and level to use it effectively.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- SymboJones
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 619
- Endorsements
- 28
- Category
- Spells
- Created
- 9/9/2025
- Updated
- 9/12/2025
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