Baldur’s Gate 3: Forget Companions – These Summons Are the Real MVPs
Brussels, Belgium – Baldur’s gate 3 has captivated players with its rich narrative and complex characters, but a surprising strategy is emerging as a dominant force: foregoing conventional companions in favor of powerful summoned allies. While the game boasts a colorful cast of potential party members, many players are discovering that strategically deployed summons offer unparalleled control and damage potential, effectively turning the tide of battle.
Among the most potent options is the Dryad, conjured by Druids using the 4th-level spell “Summoning Needs of the Forest.” This fairy creature excels at crowd control, utilizing abilities like “tangle” to slow and restrain enemies, and “growth of thorns” to inflict damage over time as opponents move through affected areas.
However, the Dryad’s true strength lies in its ability to summon a Forest Waid – a formidable ally that effectively creates a “2-for-1” advantage.Players familiar with the challenging swamp encounters in Act One, notably those involving mud-mephits and plant creatures, will recognize the disruptive power of the waid’s area-denial abilities, reminiscent of the low-level magic used by those early foes. This allows players to control the battlefield, holding enemies in place while delivering devastating attacks.
While other summons exist within Baldur’s Gate 3, the Dryad and its accompanying Waid represent a particularly effective combination, demonstrating that sometimes the best company is the one you create on the battlefield. This strategy highlights the game’s deep tactical flexibility and rewards players who explore beyond the conventional companion system.
