Ready to learn how to mess with your enemies’ mojo? Say hello to Cutting Words, the Bardic trick that puts a frown on their faces. We’re breaking it down for you in the simplest terms. Let’s roll!
What Does Cutting Words Do in Baldur’s Gate 3?
Cutting Words is like giving your enemies a cold shoulder. When you use it, you make them suck at stuff. They get a 1d6 penalty on Attack Rolls, Ability Checks, and the damage they deal.
Imagine your words hitting them harder than their swords!
Pick Your Target
Here’s the thing – you gotta choose your victim wisely. During your turn, point your finger at the unlucky fellow you want to mess with.
From that moment until your next turn, they’re getting all the bad vibes you’ve got to offer.
It’s like a curse that sticks around for a while.
Timing is Everything
Timing is the name of the game. It’s kinda like a magic trick – you gotta pre-select your target during your turn.
So, while it’s a buff in terms of the effect it has on your enemy, it’s a nerf in terms of when you can use it.
But hey, no biggie, it’s all part of the game.
Level Up Your Words
As you get better at this bardic mojo, your Cutting Words get even nastier.
When you hit Bard Level 5, the penalty upgrades to +1d8.
Get to Bard Level 10, and it becomes +1d10.
You’re turning those words into actual weapons!
Stay in Range
Don’t forget, there’s a distance limit to your words of doom. You can mess with folks within an 18-meter range. So, keep an eye on that distance meter.
Unleash Your Inner Bard
This skill isn’t just for any old Bard. You need to be part of the College of Lore crew to unlock Cutting Words.
It’s like a secret skill for the witty and cunning bunch.
Remember, Cutting Words isn’t just another spell to add to your collection. It’s a reaction. That means you can whip it out in response to something that happens on someone else’s turn.
Is someone trying to smack you? Bam! Hit ’em with that Cutting Words.
And there you have it, the lowdown on Cutting Words! You’re all set to give your enemies a hard time with your snappy comebacks and wordy tricks.
Go out there and show ’em who’s boss, Bard-style!