BG3 Bladesinging Guide: Features, Spells, Progression & Best Builds

Bladesinging
Initial Bladesinging Features
Training in War and Song Bladesong
Inherited Wizard Features
Weapon Proficiencies: Daggers, Quarterstaffs, Light Crossbows 2 Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History, Investigation, Insight, Medicine, Religion Intelligence, Wisdom Proficiencies

Bladesinging is a Subclass of Wizard in Baldur's Gate 3. Bladesinging is a new subclass that combines swordplay and wizardry tactics. The subclass features new spellcasting animations from casting spells with your weapon, and a new ability that can apply buffs such as improved speed, focus, and a bonus to any Constitution saving throws. The Primary Ability of the Wizard class is Intelligence, their saving throw proficiencies are Intelligence & Wisdom and they have a Hit Dice of 1d6. They have proficiency with Daggers, Darts, Slings, Quarterstaves, and Light Crossbows.

A master of wizardry and swordplay, you combine the elegant manoeuvres of a warrior with the devastating magic of a mage.

BG3 Bladesinging Table of Contents

1. BG3 Wizard Features Progression
2. BG3 Bladesinging Features Progression
3. BG3 Bladesinging Spell Slots
4. BG3 Bladesinging Progression
5. BG3 Best Multiclass Options
6. BG3 Bladesinging Notes and Tips

BG3 Wizard Class Features Progression

All Wizards gain access to the following progression regardless of their subclass:

• Level 1 - Arcane Recovery (Action)
• Level 2 - Subclass (Abjuration, Evocation, Necromancy, Conjuration, Enchantment, Divination, Illusion, Transmutation)
• Level 4 - Choose a Feat - Choose one from the Feats list
• Level 8 - Choose a Feat - Choose one from the Feats list
• Level 12 - Choose a Feat - Choose one from the Feats list

BG3 Bladesinging Features Progression

Level 2

• 2 Bladesong Power, used to to cast Bladesong. Replenished on a Long Rest.
• Training in War and Song: You gain proficiency with Light Armour and in the Performance skill. You also gain proficiency with Daggers, Sickles, Shortswords, Rapiers, Scimitars, and Longswords.
• Bladesong: Invoke the Bladesong. You gain a +proficiency bonus to Armour Class and your movement speed increases by 3 m / 10 ft. You also gain Advantage in Acrobatics and a +proficiency bonus to Constitution saving throws.

Level 5

• Gain 1 more Bladesong Power.

Level 6

• Extra Attack

Level 9

• Gain 1 more Bladesong Power.

Level 10

• Song of Defence: When you take damage during your Bladesong, you can expend a spell slot to subtract 5 damage per spell slot.

BG3 Wizard Spell Slots

Baldur's Gate 3 Bladsinger Build Guide

Best Bladesinging Multiclass Options in BG3

Bladesinging is one of the most versatile Wizard subclasses in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3), combining powerful spellcasting with exceptional mobility and melee combat capabilities. While a pure Bladesinger gains access to higher-level Wizard spells and stronger subclass progression, several multiclass options can further improve survivability, burst damage, or martial effectiveness.

Fighter / Bladesinging

Fighter is one of the strongest multiclass options for Bladesinging thanks to Action Surge, additional weapon proficiencies, and improved survivability. A small Fighter investment allows Bladesingers to cast a spell and immediately follow up with another action during key encounters, creating powerful burst turns that are difficult for most subclasses to match.

• Action Surge significantly increases burst potential.
• Improved survivability through Fighting Styles and Second Wind.
• Works exceptionally well with melee-focused Bladesinger builds.
• Maintains access to the core Bladesong mechanics.

Rogue / Bladesinging

Rogue pairs naturally with Bladesinging due to its focus on Dexterity, mobility, and precise melee attacks. Sneak Attack provides additional damage without relying on spell slots, while Cunning Action greatly improves battlefield positioning. This combination is particularly effective for players looking to create a highly mobile duelist-style character.

• Shared Dexterity focus.
• Sneak Attack adds reliable damage.
• Cunning Action improves mobility and positioning.
• Excellent choice for agile melee-focused builds.

Hexblade / Bladesinging

Hexblade provides additional offensive tools through Hexblade's Curse and powerful Warlock utility. While the combination requires balancing Intelligence and Charisma, it offers unique gameplay options for players interested in blending Wizard spellcasting with Warlock features and melee combat.

• Access to Hexblade's Curse.
• Additional utility through Warlock features.
• Strong melee-oriented playstyle.
• More attribute-intensive than other multiclass options.

Pure Bladesinging

While multiclassing can provide useful benefits, remaining a pure Bladesinger is often the strongest long-term option. Full Wizard progression grants access to higher-level spells, additional spell slots, stronger Bladesong scaling, and the full range of Wizard utility. Players primarily interested in maximizing spellcasting power will often benefit more from staying within the Bladesinging subclass.

• Earlier access to high-level Wizard spells.
• Maximum spell slot progression.
• Stronger overall spellcasting utility.
• No delays to subclass feature progression.

Baldur's Gate 3 Bladesinging Notes and Tips

• Bladesong cannot be used while wearing Medium or Heavy Armour.
• Maintaining Concentration is essential for many Bladesinger builds.
• Dexterity and Intelligence are typically the most important ability scores.
• Bladesingers excel at combining melee combat with powerful Wizard spells.
• The Bladesinging subclass has been  added in Patch 8.
• Notes, Builds, and other tips go here