4.6 KiB
A class mod for Badlur's Gate 3
Introduction
This mod adds a new class named "Mutant" to the Baldur's Gate 3. It is is based on Marvel's X-Men comics and heavily borrows skills and abilities from the characters. It is intended for people who want to replay the game without being stuck with a "role" in the team, a Mutant can be built in many ways.
What is this class about?
You are a Mutant. Your body is being genetically modified by what has been named X-Gene. As you level up, you decide your capabilities by choosing "Mutations" that fit your vision for you character. The mutations go from reading minds without using a thoughts to being able to teleport as bonus action. You can see the list of unlockable passives here.
The cantrips and spells that are available to a Mutant are the ones that could be plausibe "Superpowers". You will not be casting spells where you pray to the gods to heal your allies, infuse a weapon with magic or summon demons. Spellcasting works as usual and a list of spells you can learn is here.
While the Mutations are sure to give you an edge, at Level 12 your body becomes the host of a powerful malevolent cosmic entity called The Phoenix Force. It lends you a very significant passive of your choice which may change the way you approach combat if used creatively.
Baldur's Gate 3 doesn't let you level up a class beyond Level 12 but if you choose to do so using a mod, The Phoenix takes it as an act of defiance and gets pissed. I will not spoil what happens after Level 12 but if you plan on doing that, I suggest you reach Level 20 and don't read the progression table below for the sake of spoilers.
> Primary Ability: Dexterity
> Spellcasting Ability: Intelligence
> Dialouge Options: Bard
> Proficiencies: Simple Weapons, Light Armour
> Proficieny Bonus: Dexterity and Constitution saving throws
Progression
Level 1
- Choose 4 cantrips
- X Gene: Your powers are innate, not spells to be verbally casted. You aren't affected by silenced.
Level 2
- Gain 2 level 1 spell slots
- Choose 4 level 1 spells to learn
Level 3
- Gain 2 level 1 spell slots
- Choose a Mutation
- Choose a feat
Level 4
- Gain 2 level 2 spell slots
- Choose 3 level 2 spells to learn
Level 5
- Adamantium Skeleton: Increase your Constituiton by 1. Gain proficiency bonus in Constituion saving throws.
- Gain 2 level 1 spell slots
- Gain 2 level 2 spell slots
Level 6
- Choose a Mutation
- Choose a feat
- Gain 3 level 3 spell slots
- Choose 3 level 3 spells
Level 7
- Gain 3 level 4 spell slots
- Choose 3 level 4 spells
Level 8
- Cerebro: Gain expertise in Insight.
Level 9
- Choose a Mutation
- Choose a feat
Level 10
- Gain 2 level 5 spell slots
- Choose 2 level 5 spells
Level 11
- Choose a Mutation
- Choose a feat
- Gain 2 level 6 spell slots
- Choose 2 level 6 spells
Level 12
The Phoenix Force has taken you as its host. Choose your Phoenix State:
- Phoenix State (Fallen): Gain the ability to see through darkness. When your HP falls below 50%, create a cloud of Darkness around you.
- Phoenix State (Flaming): Instead of taking fire damage, you heal HP equal to twice of your Mutant level. Additionally, you gain Flaming Aura for 5 turns.
- Phoenix State (Dark): Upon killing an enemy, absorb their energy to recharge the lowest level spell slot which isn't already full by 1.
Level 13
You have chosen struggle over submitting to the Phoenix Force.
- Overclocked: Pushing your body beyond its limits is taking a toll on your body. Your Max HP decreases by 7% everytime you level up.
Level 14
- Choose a Mutation
- Choose a feat
Level 15
- Choose a Mutation
- Choose a feat
Level 16
- Gain for 1 spell slot each for Level 1-3 spells
- Learn 1 new spell from 1-3 level spells each
Level 17
- Gain for 1 spell slot each for Level 4-6 spells
- Learn 1 new spell from 4-6 level spells each
Level 18
- Choose a feat
Level 19
- Choose a feat
- The Final Test: All your Mutations have been disabled by the Phoenix to make you kneel.
Level 20
You now have a choice to destroy, control or submit to the Phoenix:
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Destroy Phoenix ():
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Control Phoenix (Ascended):
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Submit to Phoenix ():
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Lose the Overclocked and The Final Test conditions. Your HP and Mutations return to normal.
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Raise all your ability scores to 20.