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The Clown Hammer is a rare weapon in Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3) obtainable by beating a Clown at the Circus of the Last Days in Act 3.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is the widely popular CRPG from celebrated developer Larian Studios. Released in the summer of 2023 it has a powerful narrative, compelling companions, and strategic, turn-based gameplay. There are hundreds of weapons to find and collect, each with its own unique stats and traits. Finding the right weapon for your build in BG3 is vital to feeling powerful in combat. In the following guide, we’ll break down all of the Clown Hammer stats, how to get it, and how to use it in Baldur’s Gate 3.
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What is the Clown Hammer in BG3?
Obtained in Act 3, the Clown Hammer is a rare +2 Warhammer that comes with a risk-reward trait that triggers on a critical hit. Additionally, it is a versatile weapon, which means that you can choose to wield it with one hand or two. Like all hammers, the damage type it deals is bludgeoning and you can also use it to knock down some walls or doors.
Furthermore, warhammers have unique weapon actions that you can use to knock an enemy prone or daze them. The Clown Hammer does require Martial Weapons Proficiency which means that its use will be limited by class and/or race. Barbarians, Fighters, Paladins, and Rangers all have this class proficiency, while Dwarves can use warhammers because of their racial weapons proficiency.
All Clown Hammer features in BG3:
- Weapon Type: Warhammer
- Damage: 1d8 + 2 + Strength modifier (One handed); 1d10 + 2 + Strength modifier (Two-handed)
- Requirements: Martial Weapons Proficiency
- Rarity: Rare
- Location: Dropped by Dribbles, the clown at the Circus of the Last Days in Rivington.
- Weight: 2.7 kg
- Value: 310 gp
- Bonuses
- Grim Irony: Whenever this weapon lands a critical hit, both target and attacker have to succeed a Wisdom Saving Throw, or be affected by fits of laughter.
How to get Clown Hammer in BG3?
To get the Clown Hammer in Baldur’s Gate 3 you must progress through the game until you reach Rivington in Act 3, visit the Circus of the Last Days, find Dribbles, and then defeat him in the following fight.
After reaching Rivington, the Circus of the Last Days can be found to the northwest. You can easily reach it by following the path that goes left from the Rivington waypoint. If you can’t get past the ‘guards’ at the main gate, then head farther north and go through the hole in the broken fence.
You can find Dribbles at the start of a performance on the Stage in the northeast corner of the Circus. As your group approaches, he will try to draw you into the act. You can go up yourself, or encourage another companion to do so. Shortly after, Dribbles reveals himself to be a Doppelganger named Fumm.
By this point in the game, this shouldn’t be a hugely difficult fight. However, you’ll be up against more than just the clown. Watch your back, because Shadow-Whiskers the displacer beast will join in.
Finally, after the fight is over, find ‘Dribbles’ body and loot the Clown Hammer from him.
How to use Clown Hammer in BG3?
While the risk of the potential debuff from the Clown Hammer may put you off its use at first, there is a way to protect yourself from it! Should the wielder apply clown face paint, they can avoid being inhibited by the critical hit effect. In fact, it provides immunity to the Hideous Laughter condition from not only Grim Irony but also Tasha’s Hideous Laughter. You can get clown face paint from Zara the Mummy, who is near the main entrance to the Circus.
With this in mind, a Ranger playing a stealth build could make good use of this Hammer. You’ll also want to acquire other gear that can reduce the threshold for a critical hit like the Shade-Slayer Cloak, the Dead Shot, and Sarevok’s Horned Helmet. Additionally, you could also drink an Elixir of Viciousness to add yet another stack.
FAQs About Clown Hammer in Baldur’s Gate 3
Q1: How do I know which weapons my character can use Clown Hammer?
Answer: You can check any character’s weapon proficiency by opening up their character sheet. Any character can equip any weapon, however, without the right proficiency you will not be able to use any unique weapon actions it may have. To truly get the most out of any weapon in BG3, you want to make sure that your character has the correct proficiency for it.
Q2: Can the Clown Hammer be enchanted or upgraded?
Answer: No, the Clown Hammer cannot be upgraded or enchanted in BG3.
Q3: Is Clown Hammer a good weapon?
Answer: Unless you are crafting your build specifically for the use of the Clown Hammer, this warhammer is not a great choice. By the time you reach Act 3, you will be starting to collect many fantastic end-game weapons. The Clown Hammer could be used as a backup, but will likely not be your main weapon.
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