Parrying Weapons

baldursgate3 — Mods & Enhancements

Parrying Weapons adds parrying daggers, shortswords, staves, and a wand that function as shields, plus a decorative off-hand walking staff usable by any character. With 328 endorsements and 177,091 downloads, it's a popular utility mod for players wanting more defensive options.

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Syntax

Weapons

Example

Downloads: 177,091

💡 Notes

By wesslen

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last

Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (January 2024) before installing.

If using a mod manager, enable the mod and test in-game to e

If using a mod manager, enable the mod and test in-game to ensure the parrying weapons block as expected.

The walking staff is purely cosmetic, so don't expect it to

The walking staff is purely cosmetic, so don't expect it to affect combat stats.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod conflicts

Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing without checking requirements

👍 Pros

Solid community trust with 328 endorsements and 177k downloads.
Fills a niche for players who want shield-like blocking without a traditional shield.
The walking staff adds a simple cosmetic option for any build.

👎 Cons

No install instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author.
Last updated in January 2024 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
Limited to a few weapon types; no new animations or unique mechanics beyond shield functionality.

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