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This page lists the various creature types found throughout Baldur's Gate 3.
 
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Mind_Flayer_Model.png|[[:Category: Aberrations|Aberrations]]|link=:Category: Aberrations
Mind_Flayer_Model.png|[[:Category: Aberrations|Aberrations]]|link=:Category: Aberrations
Scratch Model.png|[[:Category: Beasts|Beasts]]|link=:Category: Beasts
Scratch Model.png|[[:Category: Beasts|Beasts]]|link=:Category: Beasts
Deva_Model.png|[[:Category: Celestials|Celestials]]|link=:Category: Celestials
Deva_Model.png|[[:Category: Celestials|Celestials]]|link=:Category: Celestials
Bernard Model.png|[[:Category: Constructs|Constructs]]|link=:Category: Constructs
Bernard Model.png|[[Constructs]]|link=Constructs
Red Dragon Model.png|[[:Category: Dragons|Dragons]]|link=:Category: Dragons
Red Dragon Model.png|[[:Category: Dragons|Dragons]]|link=:Category: Dragons
Mud Mephit Model.png|[[:Category: Elementals|Elementals]]|link=:Category: Elementals
Mud Mephit Model.png|[[:Category: Elementals|Elementals]]|link=:Category: Elementals
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Wood Woad Model.png|[[:Category: Plants|Plants]]|link=:Category: Plants
Wood Woad Model.png|[[:Category: Plants|Plants]]|link=:Category: Plants
Necromite Model.png|[[:Category: Undead|Undead]]|link=:Category: Undead
Necromite Model.png|[[:Category: Undead|Undead]]|link=:Category: Undead
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==Aberration==
==Aberration==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Aberrations see [[:Category: Aberrations]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Aberrations see [[:Category: Aberrations]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Warped, alien beings that have come to Faerûn from beyond the multiverse.}}
{{Quote race|Aberration}}


Aberrations are strange, unnatural creatures that aren't easily categorised into any single type. They do not fit neatly into the natural order, with no evolutionary predators or prey.
Aberrations are strange, unnatural creatures that aren't easily categorised into any single type. They do not fit neatly into the natural order, with no evolutionary predators or prey.
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==Beast==
==Beast==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Beasts see [[:Category: Beasts]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Beasts see [[:Category: Beasts]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|All varieties of animals, both ordinary and magical. Most have limited intelligence and lack a society and language.}}
{{Quote race|Beast}}
Beasts are the non-humanoid, but natural, inhabitants of the world. The Beast type generally consists of common animals, such as bears or rats.
Beasts are the non-humanoid, but natural, inhabitants of the world. The Beast type generally consists of common animals, such as bears or rats.


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==Celestial==
==Celestial==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Celestials see [[:Category: Celestials]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Celestials see [[:Category: Celestials]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Good-aligned creatures native to the Upper Planes. Many of them are servants of deities, employed in the mortal realm.}}
{{Quote race|Celestial}}


Celestials are the inhabitants of the Upper Planes, and the cosmological counterpart to [[#Fiend|Fiends]].
Celestials are the inhabitants of the Upper Planes, and the cosmological counterpart to [[#Fiend|Fiends]].


==Construct==
==Construct==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Constructs see [[:Category: Constructs]]}}
{{main|Construct}}
{{quote|size=100%|Creatures that are made instead of born. Some only follow a simple set of instructions, while others are imbued with sentience.}}
{{Quote race|Construct}}
Constructs are mechanical and non-biological creatures.
Constructs are mechanical and non-biological creatures.


==Dragon==
==Dragon==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Dragons see [[:Category: Dragons]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Dragons see [[:Category: Dragons]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Immensely intelligent, ancient, and powerful reptiles that covet wealth. <br><br>Chromatic dragons are selfish, evil, and feared, while metallic dragons are noble, good, and respected by the wise.}}
{{Quote race|Dragon}}


Dragons are ancient reptilian creatures, usually with elemental abilities and resistances.
Dragons are ancient reptilian creatures, usually with elemental abilities and resistances.
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==Elemental==
==Elemental==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Elementals see [[:Category: Elementals]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Elementals see [[:Category: Elementals]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Creatures native to the Elemental Planes. They range from simple masses of a specific element to beings infused with elemental energy.}}
{{Quote race|Elemental}}


Elementals are the inhabitants of the Elemental Planes.
Elementals are the inhabitants of the Elemental Planes.
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==Fey==
==Fey==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Fey creatures see [[:Category: Fey]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Fey creatures see [[:Category: Fey]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Mystical creatures that dwell in twilight groves and misty forests. They have close ties to nature - and like nature, not all fey are good.}}
{{Quote race|Fey}}


Fey creatures are creatures connected to the magic of nature.
Fey creatures are creatures connected to the magic of nature.
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==Fiend==
==Fiend==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Fiends see [[:Category: Fiends]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Fiends see [[:Category: Fiends]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Evil, wicked creatures from the Lower Planes that labour under the leadership of lawful archdevils or chaotic demon princes.}}
{{Quote race|Fiend}}


Fiends are the inhabitants of the Lower Planes.
Fiends are the inhabitants of the Lower Planes.
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==Giant==
==Giant==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Giants see [[:Category: Giants]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Giants see [[:Category: Giants]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Though giantkind comes in many varieties, each with its own culture, all of them are huge, loud, heavy, and, most importantly, strong.}}
{{Quote race|Giant}}


Giants are enormous creatures that may resemble Humanoids, but often have monstrous properties.
Giants are enormous creatures that may resemble Humanoids, but often have monstrous properties.
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== Humanoid ==
== Humanoid ==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Humanoids see [[:Category: Humanoids]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Humanoids see [[:Category: Humanoids]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|A collection of bipedal races, ranging from humans, elves, and halflings to goblins, gnolls, and kobolds.}}
{{Quote race|Humanoid|image=Portrait Custom.png}}


Humanoids primarily consist of non-monstrous, bipedal and intelligent creatures. Many are civilised and social creatures, though some are less so.
Humanoids primarily consist of non-monstrous, bipedal and intelligent creatures. Many are civilised and social creatures, though some are less so.
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== Monstrosity ==
== Monstrosity ==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Monstrosities see [[:Category: Monstrosities]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Monstrosities see [[:Category: Monstrosities]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Frightening creatures that are not ordinary, not truly natural, and almost never benign.}}
{{Quote race|Monstrosity}}


Monstrosities are monsters, usually magical in ability or creation.
Monstrosities are monsters, usually magical in ability or creation.
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== Ooze ==
== Ooze ==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Oozes see [[:Category: Oozes]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Oozes see [[:Category: Oozes]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|These gelatinous creatures usually dwell in caves and dungeons, feeding on refuse, carrion, and ill-fated adventurers.}}
{{Quote race|Ooze}}


Oozes are amorphous, gelatinous creatures. Usually minimally intelligent, they are predatory.
Oozes are amorphous, gelatinous creatures. Usually minimally intelligent, they are predatory.
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==Plant==
==Plant==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Plants see [[:Category: Plants]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Plants see [[:Category: Plants]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Vegetative or fungal creatures. Most can walk and move - and some are carnivorous.}}
{{Quote race|Plant}}


Plants plant-like and fungal creatures (despite fungi not being classified as plants in real-world taxonomy).
Plants plant-like and fungal creatures (despite fungi not being classified as plants in real-world taxonomy).
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==Undead==
==Undead==
{{hatnote|For a full list of Undead see [[:Category: Undead]]}}
{{hatnote|For a full list of Undead see [[:Category: Undead]]}}
{{quote|size=100%|Remnants of the once-living that are trapped between life and death.}}
{{Quote race|Undead}}


Undead are magically reanimated creatures.
Undead are magically reanimated creatures.


===Equipment to use against undead===
'''Weapons'''
* [[Doom Hammer]]
* [[The Undead Bane]]
* [[Planeslayer Flail]]
* [[The Long Arm of the Gur]]
* [[Hammer of the Just]]
* [[Sword of Life Stealing]]
* [[The Sacred Star]]
* [[The Blood of Lathander]]
'''Armor'''
* [[The Oak Father's Embrace]]
* [[Veil of the Morning]]
'''Items'''
*[[Arrow of Undead Slaying]]
*[[Holy Water]]
'''Spells/Scrolls'''
*[[Protection from Evil and Good]]
*[[Bone Chill]]


== External links ==
== External links ==
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{{FRWiki|Aberration|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Aberration|long}}
{{FRWiki|Beast|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Beast|long}}
{{FRWiki|Celestial|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Celestial|long}}
{{FRWiki|Construct|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Construct|long}}
{{FRWiki|Dragon|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Dragon|long}}
{{FRWiki|Elemental|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Elemental|long}}
{{FRWiki|Fey|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Fey|long}}
{{FRWiki|Fiend|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Fiend|long}}
{{FRWiki|Giant|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Giant|long}}
{{FRWiki|Humanoid|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Humanoid|long}}
{{FRWiki|Monstrosity|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Monstrosity|long}}
{{FRWiki|Ooze|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Ooze|long}}
{{FRWiki|Plant|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Plant|long}}
{{FRWiki|Undead|long}}
* {{FRWiki|Undead|long}}
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[[Category: Statistics]]
[[Category: Statistics]]


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Latest revision as of 04:28, 3 August 2024

This page lists the various creature types found throughout Baldur's Gate 3.

Aberration[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Aberrations see Category: Aberrations

Aberrations are strange, unnatural creatures that aren't easily categorised into any single type. They do not fit neatly into the natural order, with no evolutionary predators or prey.

The following grants Advantage Icon.png Advantage against Aberrations:

Beast[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Beasts see Category: Beasts

Beasts are the non-humanoid, but natural, inhabitants of the world. The Beast type generally consists of common animals, such as bears or rats.

The following grants Advantage Icon.png Advantage against Beasts:

Celestial[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Celestials see Category: Celestials

Celestials are the inhabitants of the Upper Planes, and the cosmological counterpart to Fiends.

Construct[edit | edit source]

Main article: Construct

Constructs are mechanical and non-biological creatures.

Dragon[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Dragons see Category: Dragons

Dragons are ancient reptilian creatures, usually with elemental abilities and resistances.

Elemental[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Elementals see Category: Elementals

Elementals are the inhabitants of the Elemental Planes.

Fey[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Fey creatures see Category: Fey

Fey creatures are creatures connected to the magic of nature.

Fiend[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Fiends see Category: Fiends

Fiends are the inhabitants of the Lower Planes.

Giant[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Giants see Category: Giants

Giants are enormous creatures that may resemble Humanoids, but often have monstrous properties.

Humanoid[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Humanoids see Category: Humanoids

Humanoids primarily consist of non-monstrous, bipedal and intelligent creatures. Many are civilised and social creatures, though some are less so.

Monstrosity[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Monstrosities see Category: Monstrosities

Monstrosities are monsters, usually magical in ability or creation.

The following grants Advantage Icon.png Advantage against Monstrosities:

Ooze[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Oozes see Category: Oozes

Oozes are amorphous, gelatinous creatures. Usually minimally intelligent, they are predatory.

Plant[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Plants see Category: Plants

Plants plant-like and fungal creatures (despite fungi not being classified as plants in real-world taxonomy).

The following spell always deals its maximum damage against plants:

Undead[edit | edit source]

For a full list of Undead see Category: Undead

Undead are magically reanimated creatures.

Equipment to use against undead[edit | edit source]

Weapons

Armor

Items

Spells/Scrolls

External links[edit | edit source]