Embarking on a grand adventure in Baldur's Gate 3 can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to building and fine-tuning your character. But fear not, for the game offers you the invaluable opportunity to respec nearly everything about your character, except for your Race and Background. To unlock this feature, you'll need to find the elusive Withers within the game's expansive world.
Unlocking the Respec Option
Thankfully, unlocking the ability to respec in Baldur's Gate 3 is a straightforward endeavor, and you're likely to stumble upon the necessary NPC during your initial exploration of the game. If, for instance, you didn't rescue Shadowheart from the pod on the Nautiloid, you'll receive a related side quest called "Explore the Ruins." In essence, your task is to locate Withers within the ruins along the starting beach. Once you've accomplished this, Withers will make his way to your camp, offering to change your Class among other possibilities.
Where to Find Withers
Withers can be located at the Dank Crypt, nestled among the ruins just north of your starting point on the beach following the crash.
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You can employ Thieves' Tools to lockpick the door directly to the north or enlist the help of Astarion, providing him with Thieves' Tools, as he possesses proficiency in their use.
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Alternatively, you can take the western path to encircle the ruins, discovering various alternative methods of entry, from toppling a sack to break through the floor to persuading someone behind a door to grant you access.
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As you explore the area, you may encounter bandits; you can choose to engage in combat, avoid them, or employ persuasive tactics, depending on the effectiveness of your Persuasion roll.
Upon entering, exercise caution to avoid traps. At the extreme north of the ruins, you'll locate a button on a wall that unlocks the room housing the enigmatic undead being known as Withers, as well as a group of skeletons. Defeat these foes and liberate Withers.
Withers' Dialogue Options
When you engage Withers in conversation, he'll pose a series of questions, but the responses you provide appear to hold no significant consequence. Regardless of your interactions, whether you attack him or simply ignore him, Withers will unfailingly find his way to your camp after you've unlocked him. Proceed to your camp, converse with Withers, and you'll gain access to the respec feature.
Respec Details
Reshaping your Class with Withers in Baldur's Gate 3 comes at a fixed cost of 100 gold. While this may seem steep in the game's early stages, it's crucial to make judicious decisions regarding your character's development.
By utilizing Withers' services, you essentially gain the opportunity to rebuild your character from the ground up, excluding your Race, Background, and Appearance. You can modify your Class, the associated class features, certain skills, and your ability scores. These attributes will automatically adjust to the recommended distribution for your chosen class, but you have the flexibility to customize them as desired, just as when initially creating your character.
This unique feature extends to companions as well. To respec a companion, switch to their character while in camp and engage Withers in conversation, following the same dialogue path.
Take advantage of this respec option to experiment with different builds and class combinations for your party, discovering the one that best complements your playstyle.
Withers offers additional services, such as reviving deceased companions for 200 gold and the potential recruitment of up to three Hirelings for 100 gold each, provided your party isn't already at full capacity. While these Hirelings may lack the narrative depth of Companions, they prove invaluable for addressing gaps in your party composition.
Armed with the knowledge of how to respec your character and companions, you now have the power to finely tune your party for the challenges that await in Baldur's Gate 3. Experiment, adapt, and forge your own path in this captivating RPG adventure. For more expert tips and guidance on mastering the intricacies of Baldur's Gate 3 and other exciting gaming experiences, stay tuned to IGN's extensive library of articles. Best of luck on your journey through the realms of Baldur's Gate!
