All 11 Baldur’s Gate 3 Races [Features & Subraces]

Baldur’s Gate 3 has a plethora of races to choose from, which all determine different characteristics for players, such as their overall looks to the way some effects have been granted to them. Players will always need to choose their races to make a proper build. Players might want to know all of the Baldur’s Gate 3 Races And Subraces; to appropriately build their character.

All Baldur’s Gate 3 Races Compared

Here is my overview of all the main Baldur’s Gate 3 Races you can come across, and each race will also have its collection of fighter subclasses.  

1. Dragonborn 

One of the first races you can come across is Dragonborn, which focuses on Strength as its primary ability. They take pride in valuing their clan over everything else and always aim to be self-sufficient. 

Features 

As far as the features are concerned, there are two known as Draconic Ancestry and Breath Weapon. 

Apart from that, anytime you use your breath weapon, it will also cause all creatures in the area to make a Saving Throw based on your ancestry. 

Subraces 

As far as the Baldur’s Gate 3 Races and Subraces are concerned, the Dragonborn has quite a collection, such as ones ranging from: 

• Black Dragonborn 
• Blue
• Bronze
• Brass
• Gold
• Copper
• Red
• Green
• Silver 
• White 

2. Drow 

Moving on, the next race that players can look into is the Drow race. They can wield both ranged as well as melee weapons, and they have been described to be absolutely ruthless and they don’t let anything get to them. 

Features 

As far as the features are concerned, these range from that Drown Weapon Training, Fey Ancestry, Superior Darkvision, and getting to use Perception Proficiency. 

Subraces 

As far as the Baldur’s Gate 3 Races And Subraces Drow are concerned, there are two, ranging from the Lolth-Sworn Drow and the Seldarine Drow. 

3. Dwarf 

Next up, another solid race that you can look into using is the Dwarf race, which will have features ranging from Dwarven Combat Training to Darkvision and Dwarven Resilience. 

Features

Subraces 

When it comes to the subraces, there are three that all have their features and traits. 

4. Elf 

Moving on, another race that you should invest in is the Elf-line. Elves have been described as living longer than basic creatures, and they have proficiencies that are mostly focused on Shortsword, Longbows, Shortbows, as well as Longswrods. 

Features 

As far as the features are concerned, they will range from Darkvision, Fey Ancestry, Elven Weapon Training, and Perception Proficiency. 

Subraces 

For the subraces, the Elf race has two primary races: the Wood Elf and the High Elf. 

5. Githyanki 

When it comes to the Githyanki race, they are probably one of the unique races that are present in Baldur’s Gate 3. They are described to be ruthless warriors that have been mostly recognized for their silver blades and mounts. 

Features 

For its features,there are a few that range from Astral Knowledge as well as Martial Prodigy. 

6. Gnome 

For the sixth race, you can choose the Gnome race, which gives players enhanced speed during combat. 

Features 

For your features, you will be able to get from Gnome Cunning as well as the base racial speed. 

• Gnome Cunning: You will gain an advantage in Wisdom, Intelligence, and Charisma saving throws. 

Subraces 

As far as the subraces are concerned, you can choose from three available: Deep Gnome, Forest, and Rock Gnome. 

7. Half-Elf 

For the next race, you can choose to go half-elf which will have Fey Ancestry and the ability able to see in the dark. 

Features 

As far as the features are concerned, there are a few that you can go for, such as the Civil Militia, Darkvision as well as Fey Ancestry. 

Subraces 

For the subraces, it can range from that of: 

• High Half-Elf
• Drow Half-Elf 
• Wood Half-Elf 

8. Half-Orc 

Moving on, the next race on the list is the Half-Orcrace, which is described as creatures that hone intense emotions and are faster to act rather than think about their actions. 

Features 

When it comes to features, they range from Relentless Endurance, Savage Attacks, Menacing, Darkvision as well as Intimidation Proficiency. 

9. Halfling 

Next up is the Halflibng, which has features such as having a base racial speed, luck, and brave. Apart from that, Halflings will also have a +2 Dexterity score. 

Subraces 

With the subbraces, there are only two to choose from such as: 

• Lightfoot Halfling 
• Strongheart Halfling

10. Human 

For the second last race, the Human race takes precedence, with features such as Civil Militia and Human Versatility. 

11. Tiefling 

Last but not least, the Tiefling contains features such as Darkvision and Hellish Resistance. 

Subraces 

The subraces that you can choose are from: 

• Zariel Tiefling 
• Asmodeus 
• Mephistopheles Tiefling 

My Thoughts On The Preferred Races

Having spent weeks exploring every nook and cranny of Baldur’s Gate 3, the differences between races become particularly apparent. However, I must stick to my bias with the Dragonborns; it is simply too good. Granted, no Greybeards summoned me, nor did I have any powerful shouts to light Minotaurs on fire.

Tieflings and Half-Elves do make a promising case as well with the casters and barbarian builds. Ultimately, the race you opt for must align with your build in order for you to benefit from it. But, as a fanatic of BG3, I will highly recommend you mix and match a lot because some unlikely combos work surprisingly well.

And with that, the Baldur’s Gate 3 Races guide is done with that! While you’re here, why not read the Max Level guide, which will detail all the available races? The Baldur’s Gate 3 Companions guide will tell you all you need to know about its companions!

Apart from that, the Baldur’s Gate 3 All Feats New Old guide is a must-read! 

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