Baldur’s Gate 3 is a banger with a diverse cast of characters, lovers, enemies, and powers in between. Besides that, the game’s storyline is compelling, easily rivalling plotlines from titles such as Red Dead Redemption 2 or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Having mentioned that, the biggest reason Baldur’s Gate 3 is so fun is because of its variety of main bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3.
The game delights players with a plethora of bosses that are so tough, reviewers at Player.com almost pulled our hair out in frustration. So, if you’re playing the title for the first time and you want to avoid the bigger threats, here are the top 5 most hardcore bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3. On the other hand, seasoned players can test their skills by fighting these bosses.
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5 Toughest Bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3
These are the toughest bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3 that you must try out if you’re seeking tougher challenges. If you’re new to the game, check out some cold facts about the game here. Yes, these bosses are similar to Senator Armstrong from Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance or Malenia from Elden Ring. So, make sure you bring your A-game to these fights and then some.
#1: Raphael
Raphael is the devil of Baldur’s Gate 3, and he’s known for his charm, grace, and physical prowess. Having said that, the fight against Raphael is memorable because he has the highest health among the other bosses. His health bar is a solid 666, which is more menacing than it sounds. For one, the fight is extremely difficult to win because he can deal as much damage as he can take.
Just to give you an idea of who you’re up against, one of Raphael’s moves is enough to wipe out a whole party. Another highlight is that his moves are followed by musical cues, making this the most theatrical fight in Baldur’s Gate 3. Thankfully, you can gain an edge by destroying the four Pillars of Soul that surround Raphael during the fight. These pillars grant boons that increase Raphael’s fire damage and dexterity.
#2: Cazador
Cazador is a Vampire Lord who spawned Astarion and is so powerful, his spawn had to flee to survive his wrath. It’s not cowardice when you’re facing one of the most difficult bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3, it’s a tactical retreat. Fighting this monster is impossible without a capable party that listens to your every command. So, having a vast command over your party members is key to winning this fight. Besides that, the battle against Cazador is tough because the Vampire Master can draw power from his spawns, including Astarion.
Nevertheless, many players misplace their priorities when fighting Cazador because you can either attack his spawns or the villain himself. Major tip! Focus on Cazador himself, not his spawns, if you want to vanquish this enemy quickly. Also, don’t bother helping Astarion break his master’s spell because Cazador will entrance him immediately after.
#3: Auntie Ethel
Auntie Ethel is also called the Green Hag, who can be fought in Act One and Act Three of Baldur’s Gate 3. She’s a tough boss because of three factors, which are:
- Her fanatic followers don’t mind supporting her during your fights.
- Special mushrooms heal Auntie Ethel as she loses health.
- Her devastating spells have an area of effect that’s wide enough to kill your party in a few moves.
However, the fight against the Green Hag is great because you can approach combat in multiple ways. For example, she swallows a missing child, Vanra, whom players must force to vomit. You can use the Hag Survivors’ secret recipe to make her vomit the child or simply coerce her using non-lethal attacks. She also uses poison and deception to her advantage, so you should equip potions that cure ailments like that. Additionally, Auntie Ethel is also fond of duplication spells, making her one of the toughest bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3. Thankfully, you can easily find the real Green Hag by using hexes and debuffing spells.
#4: Gerringothe Thorm
Gerringothe Thorm is the final boss in Baldur’s Gate 3, Act Two and she’s a Toll Collector. You can’t miss her since she is adorned in gold armor and boasts a ridiculous amount of health so she’s a literal punching bag, soaking up all of your blows. She’s also capable of dealing huge amounts of damage to your party so debuffing spells are a must if you want to beat her. Even then, she still has other abilities, such as:
- Her attacks scale with the amount of wealth you carry into the fight.
- She can call in Visages, which increases Thorm’s health by 100 points.
- She’s capable of devastating abilities such as Coin Halberd and Combustible Coins.
To beat her, you should leave all your gold in camp or else the fight will be unfair. Take all the piles of gold lying around the battlefield to use her abilities. However, that’s after you’ve defeated her many charms.
#5: Sarevok
Sarevok is the antagonist in Baldur’s Gate and he returns as a wicked boss in Baldur’s Gate 3, Act Three. Naturally, he’s a top-notch fighter so be prepared before confronting him due to his nature as a Bhaalspawn. He’s a son of the Lord of Murder, so his machinations are always devious, leading him down the path of mass murders. And for what? Because of a prophecy suggesting he will become the next Lord of Murder.
The fight against Sarevok is difficult because of his followers, who worship the Lord of Murder. So, your party members will be hard-pressed to defend against the onslaught of attacks without proper guidance and preparation. On the bright side, beating him is a rewarding experience that sees you using the Amulet of Bhaal and his Sword of Chaos.
Our Final Say: Bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3 Can Still Be Defeated By Farming
You can easily beat the bosses in Baldur’s Gate 3 by grinding for resources to upgrade your party’s fighting powers. Also, don’t ignore abilities such as persuasion for non-combat occasions that involve bosses like the Green Hag. The best way to farm XP is through exploration and fighting enemies.