No Astral Tadpole Required for Half-Illithid Powers
baldurs-gate-3 — Mods & Enhancements
This Baldur's Gate 3 mod removes the Astral-Touched Tadpole requirement for half-illithid powers, letting you access them without that specific item. It includes optional files to remove tier 2 and tier 3 prerequisites, and a misc file that adds tadpoles to the tutorial chest. Popular with 746 endorsements.
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Downloads: 30,331 | Endorsements: 746💡 Notes
By Belinn | v1.0 | 746 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
If you're using the optional no-prerequisites file, make sure to only install one version to avoid conflicts.
The tutorial chest tadpoles file is great for starting a new playthrough — grab them early to experiment with powers.
Since the mod hasn't been updated recently, check the comments for any community patches or compatibility notes.
🔧 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-approved with 746 endorsements and over 30k downloads
- Flexible options: base mod, no prerequisites, and tutorial chest tadpoles
- Simple quality-of-life tweak for players who want illithid powers without the hassle
👎 Cons
- Last updated in September 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- No install instructions provided by the author, so you're on your own for setup
- Only affects half-illithid powers; doesn't change other tadpole mechanics