Baldurs Gate 3: Rogue Guide in B3 Baldurs Gate 3 guide, walkthrough

Rogue in BG3 is a skillful criminal with incredible intelligence. Our guide will help you choose the right race and subclass of the rogue.

Last update: 03 August 2023

On this page of our guide you'll find a pre-made Rogue build for BG3. We've listed the best races and advised on which subclass to choose. Our tips will help you properly distribute your Ability Scores and choose a fitting background.

• Best background for Rogue
• Best race for Rogue
• Rogue's Ability Scores
• Best subclass for Rogue
• Best Rogue class actions
• Best build for Rogue

Best background for Rogue

When choosing a Rogue background, aim for Dexterity or Intelligence proficiencies. Some backgrounds worth your time are:

1. Urchin, granting proficiency in Sleight of Hand and Stealth.
2. Criminal, granting proficiency in Stealth and Deception.
3. Charlatan, granting proficiency in Deception and Sleight of Hand.

Best race for Rogue

The most important Rogue attributes are Dexterity and Intelligence. Some races granting bonuses to them are:

1. Elf, with +2 Dexterity and +1 Intelligence or Wisdom, depending on the subrace.
2. Drow, with +2 to Dexterity and +1 to Charisma.
3. Halfling, with +2 to Dexterity and +1 to Charisma or Constitution, depending on the subrace.
4. Gnome, with +2 to Intelligence and +1 to Dexterity or Constitution, depending on the subrace.

Rogue's Ability Scores

1. Dexterity is every Rogue's primary stat. It affects both your accuracy and weapon damage. It also increases your Initiative and Armor Class.
2. Rogues are proficient in Intelligence Saving Throws. High Intelligence will keep them sharp, help them find clues and investigate. Rogues can easily spot traps, hidden objects and recognize wounds. High Intelligence is especially important for the Arcane Trickster subclass, which grants spellcasting and a wide roster of spells.
3. High Constitution will grant you more hit points with every level up.

Best subclass for Rogue

Once your Rogue reaches Level 3, you'll have two subclasses to choose from:

1. Arcane Trickster is a spell caster and knows the Mage Hand cantrip, which creates an invisible spectral hand that can be used to safely perform some tasks. The available spells include Magic Missile, Acid Splash, Sleep, Shocking Grasp and many others.
2. Thief has two passive abilities and can perform additional actions on their turn. Fast Hands grants them an additional bonus action every turn, while Second-Story Work prevents fall damage.

Best Rogue class actions

1. Sneak Attack Melee - deals additional 1d6 damage on melee attacks.
2. Sneak Ranged Attack - deals additional 1d6 damage on ranged attacks.
3. Cunning Action Dash - doubles movement speed during the current turn.
4. Cunning Action Disengage - movement during the current turn doesn't trigger Opportunity Attacks.

Best build for Rogue

1. Race: High Elf
2. Background: Urchin
3. Subclass: Arcane Trickster
4. Ability Scores: Strength 8, Dexterity 17, Stamina 14, Intelligence 14, Wisdom 12, Charisma 10
5. Melee weapon: Rapier +1
6. Ranged weapon: The Joltshooter
7. Armor: Studded Leather Armour +1