Yes, I have turned myKarlachinto an alcoholic in Baldur’s Gate 3. But that only made her stronger, so I am going to tell you exactly how I did it.
There is a reason why there are so many alcoholic beverages in BG3. With the right magic items, characters can gain buffs from being drunk and compensate for the Disadvantage on Dexterity and Charisma checks from the “Alcohol” debuff.
Drunken Warrior Build for Baldur’s Gate 3
Up to Patch 3, there are only three magic items that we need for this build. Pair that with the right class (and the right amount of alcohol in blood), and you will have a fearsome drunk brawler.
Here is where to find these items:
Where to find Punch-Drunk Bastard in BG3
The first one is a +1 Enchanted Greatclub that deals an extra 1d4 Thunder damage in a 5ft blast radius with each attack. It also grants you the feature Tippler’s Rage, which gives youAdvantage in all Attack Rolls. The club can be found duringAct 2inside a chest in The Waning Moon Tavern(X:-260, Y:-84).
Where to find the Amulet of the Drunkard in BG 3
The second item we need is a necklace that heals 2d4 hit points per turn when the character is drunk. It also extends your “Alcohol” condition from 2 to 5 turns, making it easier to stay under the influence of alcohol during combat.
I purchased this item duringAct 3from Hoots Hooligan in Sharess' Caress(X:18, Y:83)after I said I wanted to try her Hoot’s Hooch (I didn’t actually have to drink it).
Where to find The Drunken Cloth in BG3
This 10 AC robe grants you Advantage in Constitution Saving Throws and gives you temporary hit points equal to your Constitution Modifier at the start of your turn. This item is sold in Act 3 by the tavernkeeper Severn inside The Guild(X:-28, Y:767).
Related:Tavern Brawler Monk BG3 build guide
Best class for a drunk build in BG3
Many classes can benefit from a drunken build, but the one that fits the most — thematically and mechanically — is aBarbarianwith 4 levels of Fighter.
While a Drunk Monk or a SharpshooterRangerare also strong candidates for this build, none of those can use the three magic items and make use of the blast damage of the Punch-Drunk Bastard like the Barbarian can.
Related:Where to find the Scroll of Artistry of War in BG3
Drunk Build Level Progression in Baldur’s Gate 3
This is what your Ability Scores should look like at Level 1:
Now, the level progression for this Barbarian (8) / Fighter (4) Multiclass:
For more onBaldur’s Gate 3, check outHow to choose the right Deity for your offerings in Baldur’s Gate 3orDraconic Sorcerer Build Guide for BG3here on Pro Game Guides
