Best Ranger build in Baldur’s Gate 3: Race, skills, subclass & more

Looking to play as a legendary archer in Baldur’s Gate 3. Well, here’s the best Ranger build in Baldur’s Gate 3 so you can live out your Robin Hood dreams.

The Ranger might not be the most powerful class in Dungeons & Dragons, but it can certainly pack a punch in Baldur’s Gate 3. However, for such a ranged class with so many different options in this expansive game, finding the right build can be pretty tricky.

So, here’s the best Ranger build in Baldur’s Gate 3 for you to try, including the best race, subclass, background, and some spells you just have to try out on both the battlefield and around the world.

Contents

• Best race to choose for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3
• Best subclass for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3
• Best background for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3
• Best spells for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3
• Best build for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3

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Best race to choose for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3

The Ranger can be pretty powerful in Baldur’s Gate 3, but choosing the right race is imperative. There are two that work well for this class:

• Wood Elf
• Strongheart Halfling

It’s up to you which one you choose, but we recommend using the Wood Elf for the bonuses to saving throws against Charmed, Fey Ancestry, and Darkvision.

Best subclass for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3

Currently, as of the early access, the best Subclass to choose is the Hunter.

This is due to the higher damage, mobility, and therefore easier kills. The subclass comes with some great spells and allows you to mark enemies so you can deal damage over time, it’s also the Subclass that grants you an extra attack later on.

Best background for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3

The best background for your Ranger Build is Urchin. This is primarily due to the proficiency in Stealth and Sleight of Hand the background grants you.

Once you’ve chosen this background, choose from these selections for your other skills, as they’ll be imperative:

• Acrobatics
• Survival
• Perception
• Insight

Best spells for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3

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Spellcasting isn’t the key element for a Ranger, but it can alter the way you play. Here are some of the best to choose from:

• Level 1: Ensnaring Strike
• Level 1: Hunter’s Mark
• Level 1: Hail of Thorns
• Level 1: Cure Wounds
• Level 2: Spike Growth
• Level 2: Lesser Restoration
• Level 2: Pass Without Trace
• Level 3: Lightning Arrow
• Level 3: Conjure Barrage

Best build for a Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3

Race: Wood Elf

Background: Folk Hero (Animal Handling & Survival)

Skills: Perception, Insight

Ability order from highest to lowest: Dexterity, Constitution, Wisdom, Charisma, Intelligence, Strength

Build layout:

Level	Feature
1	Favored Enemy: Bounty Hunter — Natural Explorer: Beast Tamer
2	Fighting Style: Archery — Spells: Hunter’s Mark, Ensnaring Strike
3	Subclass choice: Hunter — Hunter’s Pray: Colossus Slayer — Spells: Cure Wounds
4	Ability Improvement: Dexterity +2
5	Extra Attack — Spell: Lesser Restoration
6	Favored Enemy: Sanctified Stalker or Mage Breaker — Natural Explorer: Wasteland Wanderer
7	Spell: Pass Without Trace
8	Land’s Strice: Difficult Terrain — Ability Improvement:
9	Spell: Lightning Arrow
10	Hide in Plain Sight — Favored Enemy: Sanctified Stalker or Mage Breaker — Natural Explorer: Wasteland Wanderer
11	Spell: Conjure Barrage
12	Feat: Sharpshooter

So, there you have it, that’s how to build the best Ranger in Baldur’s Gate 3. While waiting for the full game to release, take a look at some of our other handy Baldur’s Gate 3 guides and content:

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