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The Defender Greataxe can boost your armour and saving throws, and you can purchase in Act 2 of Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3).
If you’re looking to turn your frontline warrior into an unstoppable force, the Defender Greataxe is a weapon you won’t want to miss in Baldur’s Gate 3. Known for its balance of raw power and defensive utility, this greataxe is ideal for barbarians, fighters, or any tanky build that needs to dish out damage while holding the line. In this guide, we’ll explore the Defender Greataxe, how to acquire it, and tips for using it effectively in Baldur’s Gate 3.
What is the Defender Greataxe in BG3?
In Baldur’s Gate 3, the Defender Greataxe is a two-handed weapon that you can use to boost your armour and defense. The Defensive Attack bonus allows to you choose if you would like to reduce the weapon’s enchantment by 1. In exchange, your Armour Class and Saving Throw bonus will increase by 1. The Defender Greataxe already has a Weapon Enchantment of +2. Therefore, it will still have some additional enchantment if you choose to make this sacrifice.
While the Defener Greataxe isn’t the best weapon you can pick up during Act 2 of Baldur’s Gate 3, it can make a good defensive weapon for a build that’s struggling with survivability.
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Defender Greataxe Abilities and Effects
Below are all the features, abilities, and effects of Defender Greataxe in Baldur’s Gate 3:
- Weapon Type: Greataxe, Two-Handed
- Damage: 1d12 +1 Slashing
- Requirements: Martial Weapon proficiency
- Rarity: Rare
- Location: Sold by Quartermaster Talli at the Last Light Inn, Act 2.
- Weight: 3.15 kg
- Value: 380
- Bonuses:
- Defensive Attack: When making your first attack of the round, you can reduce this weapon’s enchantment by 1 to increase your Armour Class and Saving throw bonus by 1.
- Weapon Enchantment +2
- Classes with Martial Weapons Proficiency: Cleric(Tempest Domain, War Domain), Fighter, Ranger, Paladin, Barbarian, Bard (College of Valour)
- Companions Who Can Use This Weapon: Lae’zel, Minthara, Karlach, Minsc
How to Get Defender Greataxe in BG3? Explained
To get the Defender Greataxe in Baldur’s Gate 3 you need to find the Last Light Inn within the Shadow-Cursed Lands during Act 2 and purchase the weapon from Quartermaster Talli. The Last Light Inn is located in the northern portion of the map. The first time you arrive you’ll need to convince Jaheira and the other Harpers that you are not a threat. After you’ve accomplished that, then you’ll find Quartermaster Talli immediately to the left/west of the entrance. She’ll be underneath a tent/canopy like structure and have a lot of different wares for sale.
Additionally, if for some reason you don’t want to (or can’t) purchase the axe at first, make sure not to put it off for too long. Story events, if played out a certain way, can bring disaster to the Last Light Inn and Talli. Moreover, much later in Act 2, Talli and the Harpers may accompany you as you go on the attack. Make sure to buy whatever you want from her before this point because she and the other Harper NPCs have the potential to be killed in the fight and lost for good.
How to Use the Defender Greataxe in BG3?
The best way to use the Defender Greataxe in BG3 is by equipping it to a Tank Build using the Cleric, Fighter, or even Paladin class. Whoever is your frontline defender will want to use the Defensive Attack passive feature to trade a weapon enchantment point for extra AC and a saving throw bonus.
Tips and Tricks for Defender Greataxe in BG3
These are the best tips and tricks for finding and using Defender Greataxe in Baldur’s Gate 3:
- Buy this and any other equipment you want from Talli as soon as possible. If you side against the Last Light Inn and the barrier falls, then she and many others will die.
- On the other hand, if you protect the Inn then you’ll find Talli at Moonrise Towers before the assault on the keep.
- The Defensive Stance condition will only last for one turn, but you can reapply on your first attack in the next round if you want.
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FAQs about Defender Greataxe in BG3
Where can I find Defender Greataxe in Baldur’s Gate 3?
You can find the Defender Greataxe for sale from Quartermaster Talli at the Last Light Inn during Act 2 of BG3.
Which classes or builds benefit most from Defender Greataxe?
A frontline Cleric, Fighter, or Paladin build would benefit the most from the potential AC boost you can get from the Defender Greataxe in BG3.
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