Wizards are the iconic fantasy class, andBaldur’s Gate 3offers a chance for anyone to live out their spellcasting dreams with eight different subclasses to choose from. Rather than getting their power from bloodlines or deals with otherworldly entities, wizards study for years to hone their arcane talents. To elevate them to the level of Elminster, talented magic users should have the best gear possible.
With their ability to learn almost any spell inBaldur’s Gate 3from spell scrolls, wizards have no shortage of options for magic at their fingertips. With that in mind, the best equipment for them are ones thathelp bolster their spell-save DCs, increase damage, or offer a little more protection. So, whether playing as the renowned Gale of Waterdeep or a custom wizard, there are a few items in all acts ofBG3the party should seek out.
15Ring Of Protection - Rare Ring
Can Be Rewarded In Act 1 By Mol
Many may miss theRing of Protectionduring a playthrough unless they are feeling particularly naughty, as Mol rewards the rare item if the Idol of Silvanus is stolen from the Druid Grove. While wearing this ring, the wizard can enjoy a+1 boost to both armor class and saving throws. It’s best to wait until the druids have stopped the Rite of Thorns before stealing the idol, or all the druids will become hostile and slaughter the tieflings.Investigating Kaghaand then stealthily stealing it will allow the most peaceful resolution.
14Hat Of The Sharp Caster - Rare Helmet
Can be Purchased In Act 3 From Tara On Devil’s Fee Roof
There is nothing worse than using a spell in combat and only rolling the minimum damage on the dice. The Hat of the Sharp Caster is great as it can stop this disappointment for any spells that require an attack roll, such asFire BoltorWitch Bolt. While wearing this stylish hat,any ones or twos on the damaged dice will be rerolled once the new results are taken.
Feature
Hat of the Sharp Caster
When a 1 or 2 is rolled on the damage die for a spell attack, that dice is rerolled once.
This hat can be bought from Tara when she is on the roof of the Devil’s Fee in exchange for fish.
Tara will start selling magic items to the party if Gale speaks to her during"Find the Missing Letters.“She will appear on various rooftops and sell a single magic item each time. Once the item has been bought and the party has rested for a long time, Tara will move to a new roof.
13Staff Of Arcane Blessing - Uncommon Quarterstaff
Can Be Found In Act 1 On The Top Floor Of The Arcane Tower
TheStaff Of Arcane Blessingis a brilliant staff for any spellcaster that can be found in the secret basement of the Arcane Tower in the Underdark.Caterpillarhas a video that shows how to gain access to the area to pick up this stuff that allows the wielder to castBlessat first level once per long rest to give three targets an extra 1d4 bonus to attack rolls and saving throws. Targets affected by the staff’sblesswill alsogain Mystra’s Blessing, for an extra 1d4 for spell attack rolls, increasing the chances of landing a hit significantly.
12Icebite Robe - Rare Clothing
Can Be Found In Act 2 In Reithwin Graveyard
While wizards can learn many spells inBG3,there are some that they don’t have access to without multiclassing or choosing particularfeats for the wizard. TheIcebite Robegives its wearer resistance to cold damage and allowsArmour of Agathysto be cast at level three once per long rest. This great spellgrants temporary hit points and deals cold damage to any enemy that lands a melee attack. The robe can be found inside a sarcophagus in a small mausoleum directly north of where Arabella can be found in Reithwin Graveyard.
11Robe Of Supreme Defences - Very Rare Clothing
Can Be Purchased In Act 3 From Ferg Drogher
The Robe of Supreme Defences are fantastic robes for any spellcaster and are an excellentitem for sorcerersor wizards. While wearing it and concentrating on a spell, the wizard willgain a +1 to AC and be able to add their spellcasting modifier to their saving throws, which is especially helpful for making concentration checks.
Robe of Supreme Defences
+1 bonus to AC and add spellcasting modifier to saving throws while concentrating.
The robe can be bought from Ferg Drogher’s special stock, which is located in Rivington close to the barn.rAAZhas a great video showing how to find him and unlock his merchandise.
10Shelter Of Athkatla - Rare Clothing
Can Be Looted In Act 3 From Lorroakan
TheShelter of Athkatlais an excellent piece of clothing that can be looted from Lorroakan after defeating him during the quest"Find the Nightsong.” Wearing this robe will grant advantage on saving throws against spells such asBlightorHold Person. The robe also gives the ability tocastMirror Imageat level two once per long rest, which is a brilliant spell. Lasting for 10 turns or until all the duplicates are gone, the spell creates illusory copies of the caster, with each duplicate increasing the caster’s AC by 3.
9Helldusk Gloves - Very Rare Gloves
Can Be Looted In Act 3 From Haarlep
Part of theHelldusk Armor set, theHelldusk Glovesare a perfect choice for a wizard. The gloves give the wearer a+1 bonus to spell attack rolls, spell save DC, weapon and unarmed attack rolls, and Strength saving throws. Any weapon attacks will deal an extra 1d6 fire damage, while unarmed attacks will deal 1d6 additional necrotic damage with the change to inflict bleeding. Finally, once per short rest, the gloves allowrays of fireto be cast as a cantrip, which sends out three rays that deal 3d6 fire damage each.
8Psychic Spark - Uncommon Amulet
Can Be Purchased In Act 1 From Blurg
Psychic Sparkis one of those items that, at first, doesn’t seem to do much but can have a big impact during a fight. Firstly, it letsMagic Missilebe cast once per long rest at first level. However, the amulet’s Psychic Missiles feature is the best part, as itadds one extra dart whenever amagic missileis castfrom any source. This amulet was crucial when I was fighting Orin, as it burnt through her Unstoppable Charges in one turn, as the darts were guaranteed to hit, and it let my partybeat Orin quickly.
7Hood Of The Weave - Very Rare Helmet
Can Be Purchased Or Looted In Act 3 From Mystic Carrion
Boosting the spell save DC or attack roll of any spellcaster should be a priority throughoutBG3, but especially once the party hits Act 3 and the battle with the Netherbrain looms. TheHood of the Weaveis fantastic as it gives the wearer a+2 boost to spell attack rolls and their spell save DC. The hood can be bought from the Mummy Lord Mystic Carrion, who can be found inside Philgrave’s Mansion close to the Counting House, or looted from him if Thrumbo is sided with during“Find Mystic Carrion’s Servant.”
6Cloak Of The Weave - Very Rare Cloak
Can Be Purchased In Act 3 From Helsik
The Cloak of the Weave is another piece of the Weave set that can be bought from Helsik’s special stock in the Devil’s Fee, and its effects stack perfectly with the hood. This cloak grants its wearer a+1 bonus to their spell save DC and spell attack rolls.
Cloak of the Weave
+1 to spell save DC and spell attack rolls. Absorb elemental damage once per short rest to take half damage, then deal an extra 1d6 of that elemental type on the next attack.
It also allows the absorbing element to be used once per short rest, which lets the wizard take half of the damage from an elemental attack targeting them. They can then use that elemental damage to deal an extra 1d6 damage with their next attack.
Karlach is the best party member to help unlock Helsik’s special stock, as she has a DC 0 for checks made for infernal items in the store.
