School of Dragons Update Fails: A Baldur's Gate 3 Review

As I reached level 7 in my party, I felt the same excitement that comes with reaching a milestone in tabletop 5th Edition D&D - hitting level 5 was a significant moment when combat started to feel satisfying. Now, after investing over 55 hours into Baldur's Gate 3, I've finally entered the second act, which has been significantly expanded and refined from its Early Access days.

As I approach Moonrise Towers, I'm filled with anticipation, hoping to unravel some of the mysteries that have left me with more questions than answers. But my excitement is tempered by the underwhelming performance of my new bear boyfriend, Halsin. While I was looking forward to him becoming a formidable tank, his AC and hit points in bear form are woefully inadequate.

With only 10 AC and half as many hit points as his humanoid form, it seems that Halsin's bear transformation is more hype than substance. Perhaps higher-level transformations like saber-toothed tiger or owlbear will prove more useful, but for now, I'm struggling to make the most of him in combat.

To rectify this, I've ascended to level 8 and acquired the druid Halsin as a permanent companion. While this has given me more options on the battlefield, I must admit that I'm not entirely thrilled with how druids work overall. Despite these setbacks, I remain committed to uncovering the secrets of Baldur's Gate 3 and overcoming the challenges ahead.

School of dragons update fails