Cunning Strike and UA6 Swashbuckler
baldursgate3 — Mods & Enhancements
This mod enhances the Rogue class in Baldur's Gate 3 by allowing players to trade Sneak Attack damage dice for secondary effects, while also fixing bugs to make Sneak Attack work off-turn and with Commander's Strike. It includes an optional UA6 Swashbuckler subclass for those wanting more options.
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Downloads: 320,237💡 Notes
By wesslen
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Use a mod manager like Vortex to install and manage this mod to avoid load order issues.
If you're using the Swashbuckler subclass, test it in a low-stakes fight to see how it feels before committing to a playthrough.
Make sure your game is updated to the latest patch to ensure compatibility with the mod's bug fixes.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod conflicts
Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing without checking requirements
👍 Pros
- Community-approved with 884 endorsements and over 320k downloads.
- Fixes a frustrating bug where Sneak Attack didn't trigger off-turn or with Commander's Strike.
- Adds meaningful tactical choices to Rogue gameplay with the dice trade-off mechanic.
👎 Cons
- No detailed documentation or install instructions provided by the author.
- Optional Swashbuckler subclass is based on Unearthed Arcana, which may not be balanced for all campaigns.
- Requires a mod manager for proper installation, which might be a hurdle for new modders.