Our BG3 guide will help you choose the best skills for your character.

We explain how skill checks work during conversations with NPCs and companions.

It is also worth noting that some skills are not available for selected classes.

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A test of dexterity (acrobatics) can help your hero maintain balance on slippery terrain.

Related ability: dexterity.

Character classes: Rogue, Fighter.

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Related ability: Strength.

Character classes: Fighter, Ranger, Rogue.

History

Your hero will be able to recognize more important names and unusual objects.

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Related ability: Intelligence.

Character classes: Cleric, Wizard, Warlock, Fighter.

Related ability: Wisdom.

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Character classes: Cleric, Warlock, Fighter, Ranger, Rogue, Wizard.

Medicine

Knowledge and skills to treat wounds and diagnose diseases.

Character classes: Cleric, Wizard.

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Nature

Your hero will be able to recall information about the terrain, plants and animals.

Character classes: Ranger, Warlock.

Character classes: Ranger, Fighter.

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Related ability: Charisma.

Character classes: Warlock, Rogue.

Character classes: Ranger, Rogue, Fighter.

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Persuasion

The art of getting favors and persuading others to grant your character’s wishes.

Character classes: Cleric, Rogue.

Religion

Knowledge of Abeiru-Toril deities, including their assigned domains, priests, and sacred rituals.

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Character classes:Wizard, Cleric, Warlock.

Related ability: Dexterity.

Character classes: Rogue, Hunter.

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Arcana

Knowledge of magic and its applications, necessary for the use of magical objects or powerful spells.

Character classes: Wizard, Warlock.

Performance

A skill that allows for acting performances, playing instruments, and engage in other forms of entertainment.

Character classes: Rogue.

Character classes: Warlock, Rogue, Warrior.

Dialog options associated with a character’s proficiency in a given skill have a much higher chance of success.

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