How to Get Staff of Spellpower in Baldur’s Gate 3

In Baldur’s Gate 3, the Staff of Spellpower is a great quarterstaff you can acquire in Act 3 – this short Guide Explains everything you need to know about the Staff of Spellpower in BG3.

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The Staff of Spellpower is one of the most coveted magical items in Baldur’s Gate 3, offering a significant boost to spellcasting abilities. With its ability to enhance the potency of your spells, this staff is a game-changer for any magic user looking to maximize their arcane potential. However, acquiring the Staff of Spellpower requires more than just a trip to a shop—it’s tied to specific locations, quests, and challenges that will test your strategic thinking and combat prowess. In this guide, we’ll explore the Staff of Spellpower, how to acquire it, and tips for using it effectively in Baldur’s Gate 3.

What is the Staff of Spellpower in BG3?

Baldur's Gate 3 Staff of Spellpower

In Baldur’s Gate 3 the Staff of Spellpower is a Quarterstaff which is one of multiple pieces of loot you can find in the House of Hope. Significantly, it has the one of the same bonus features as the Legendary Markoheshkir staff: Arcane Battery, which lets you cast your next spell without using a spell slot. This is highly valuable, especially as it can allow your character to cast more than one Level 6 spell!

The Markoheshkir staff is ultimately the better one to get and equip to your main spellcasting character. But if you haven’t acquired it yet, or if you have two spellcasters in your party, then the Staff of Spellpower is a great second option!

Staff of Spellpower Abilities and Effects

Below are all the features, abilities, and effects of the Staff of Spellpower in Baldur’s Gate 3:

  • Weapon Type: Quarterstaff
  • Damage: 1d8 (1d6)+2 Bludgeoning
  • Requirements: Simple Weapons or Quarterstaves Proficiency
  • Rarity: Very Rare
  • Location: Found in a locked room at the House of Hope
  • Weight: 1.8 kg
  • Value: 480
  • Bonuses:
    • Arcane Enchantment: You gain a +1 bonus to Spell Save DC and Spell Attack Rolls.
    • Arcane Battery: Alleviate the arcane burden of spellcasting with the power of this staff. The next spell you cast doesn’t cost a spell slot.
  • Classes with Simple Weapons or Quarterstaves Proficiency: All classes
  • Companions Who Can Use This Weapon: Gale, Halsin, Jaheira

NOTE: Potential spoilers for Act 3 below.

How to Get the Staff of Spellpower in BG3? Explained

The Staff of Spellpower can be found in the same location as the Helldusk Helmet. When you first arrive at the House of Hope a corridor will lead you directly to a familiar ‘feast’ laden table. The entrance to the room with the Staff of Spellpower will be directly on the opposite side of the wall with the fireplace. There is no shortcut to this, you’ll need to go either right or left and walk around to the other side.

Baldur's Gate 3 Helldusk Helmet Infernal Gem entrance

You’ll need to pass a Perception Check before you can interact with this Gem. There will be two checks – the first is a Wisdom 10 difficulty class check. The second is a much harder Arcana/Intelligence check with a 20 DC. Surprisingly, there is not a need to ‘save scum’ these checks. If you fail, the gem will knock you back, but no alarm is sounded and no physical harm comes to your party.

When you get inside, you’ll find the Staff of Spellpower on the pedestal to the right. Be sure to check the treasure pile to take the Helldusk Helmet and over on top of another pedestal on the other side of the room you’ll find Mol’s contract.

Other Notable Loot in the House of Hope:

How to Use the Staff of Spellpower in BG3?

The best way to use the Staff of Spellpower in Baldur’s Gate 3 is by equipping it to one of your spellcasters, which could be a Wizard, Sorcerer, or even a Druid. All of them can use the Arcane Battery passive to get a free cast of a spell. Always use this to gain a second cast of a powerful Level 6 spell.

For a Wizard or Sorcerer this could be Disintegrate. Furthermore, Sorcerers could get even more power out of this by using Twinned Spell Metamagic to hit another enemy. A spellcasting Druid in a support role could use this staff to cast the powerful buff spell Heroes’ Feat, and then still be able to attack an enemy by casting Sunbeam.

Tips and Tricks for Staff of Spellpower in BG3

These are the best tips and tricks for finding and using the Staff of Spellpower in Baldur’s Gate 3:

  • Get the Staff of Spellpower before attempting to liberate the Orphic Hammer. Stealing the hammer will set off alarms in the House of Hope.
  • Before going into the House of Hope, make sure you have a character in your party who can pass a 10 DC Wisdom and 20 DC Arcana check.
  • Once inside the vault, don’t forget to take the Helldusk Helmet and Mol’s Contract, as well. The Contract will only be there if Mol survived Act 1.

FAQs about the Staff of Spellpower in Baldur’s Gate 3

1. Where can I get the staff of Spellpower?

Found inside the House of Hope familiar ‘feast’ laden table using an Infernal Gem.

2. Is staff of spellpower good in BG3?

The Staff of Spellpower if a powerful staff because you can cast one spell without consuming a spell slot. Thus, you can equip the Staff and use Heroes’ Feast to boost everyone’s health then swap to another staff for combat.

3. Who should use the Staff of Spellpower?

Spellcasters or a hireling who buffs the party for long rest with a level 6 spell slot.


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