Better Starting Equipment (Enhanced Version)

baldurs-gate-3 — Mods & Enhancements

Better Starting Equipment (Enhanced Version) by Nova gives your character class-appropriate starting gear, making early game easier. With 614 endorsements and 25,925 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod that installs and uninstalls cleanly without breaking saves.

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Syntax

Equipment

Example

Downloads: 25,925 | Endorsements: 614

💡 Notes

By Nova | v1.01.02 | 614 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Since it's class-based, make sure you pick your class before

Since it's class-based, make sure you pick your class before installing to get the right gear.

If you're on a modded setup, load this mod early in your loa

If you're on a modded setup, load this mod early in your load order to avoid conflicts with other equipment mods.

Test uninstalling on a throwaway save to confirm it works as

Test uninstalling on a throwaway save to confirm it works as advertised before committing.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Community favorite with 614 endorsements and 25k downloads.
Class-based gear means every playthrough gets a relevant boost.
Safe to remove anytime—no save corruption worries.

👎 Cons

Last updated in August 2023—might not work with the latest game patches.
No detailed feature list or screenshots provided, so you're flying blind on specifics.
Only affects starting gear—if you wanted mid-game or late-game changes, this isn't it.

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