BALDUR’S GATE 3: SILENT ASSASSIN – Solo Tactician With This Invisible Illithid Build
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Tags: Baldur’s Gate 3, Solo Tactician, Invisible Build, Illithid Powers, Stealth Assassin, RPG Build Guide
Introduction
Baldur’s Gate 3 offers countless ways to approach combat, but few are as thrilling—or as deadly—as playing as a Silent Assassin. This build leverages Illithid powers, stealth mechanics, and high burst damage to eliminate enemies unseen, making it perfect for Solo Tactician runs (the game’s hardest difficulty).
In this guide, we’ll break down the Invisible Illithid Assassin, covering:
- Class & Race Choices
- Essential Illithid Powers
- Gear & Abilities
- Combat Tactics
By the end, you’ll be an unstoppable shadow, striking from the darkness before vanishing without a trace.
Class & Race Selection
Best Race: Wood Elf or Deep Gnome
- Wood Elf – Extra movement speed (+1.5m) and proficiency in Stealth, making them ideal for hit-and-run tactics.
- Deep Gnome – Advantage on Stealth checks and resistance to Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws, perfect for resisting enemy spells.
Best Class: Rogue (Assassin) + Gloom Stalker Ranger (Multiclass)
- Rogue (Assassin) 5+ – Grants Sneak Attack, Assassinate (auto-crit surprised enemies), and Cunning Action (Hide, Dash, Disengage as bonus actions).
- Gloom Stalker Ranger 5 – Adds Dread Ambusher (extra attack + initiative bonus), Invisibility in darkness, and Pass Without Trace (+10 Stealth).
Final Split:
- Rogue 7 / Ranger 5 – Maximizes Sneak Attack damage while keeping Gloom Stalker’s ambush potential.
Essential Illithid Powers
To become a true Invisible Illithid Assassin, you’ll need these key Tadpole Powers:
1. Perilous Stakes (Act 1)
- Marks an enemy, making them take double damage from all sources. Perfect for one-shotting priority targets.
2. Favorable Beginnings (Act 1)
- Your first attack against a target has +1d4 to hit, ensuring your opening strike lands.
3. Cull the Weak (Act 2+)
- If an enemy has low HP (based on Illithid power level), your attacks instantly kill them. Works silently, keeping you undetected.
4. Psionic Dominance (Act 3)
- Counters enemy spells with a free reaction, making you nearly untouchable by casters.
5. Invisibility (Illithid Fly + Free Action)**
- Illithid Fly lets you reposition mid-combat, while Free Action Invisibility lets you vanish after a kill.
Best Gear for the Invisible Assassin
Weapons
- Knife of the Undermountain King (Act 1) – Rerolls missed attacks, ensuring your Sneak Attacks land.
- Bloodthirst (Act 3) – A dagger that grants Advantage on attacks and Bonus Action Rend Vision (blinds enemies).
- The Dead Shot (Act 3) – A longbow with +1 Critical Hit chance, perfect for ranged assassinations.
Armor
- The Graceful Cloth (Act 1) – +2 Dexterity, Advantage on Stealth checks, and reduced fall damage.
- Armour of Agility (Act 3) – 17 AC (no Stealth penalty) and +2 to Dexterity saving throws.
Accessories
- Cloak of Cunning Brume (Act 2) – Turn invisible after killing an enemy.
- Shapeshifter’s Boon Ring (Act 1) – +1d4 to Attack Rolls when shapeshifted (Disguise Self works!).
- Surgeon’s Subjugation Amulet (Act 3) – Paralyze enemies on Critical Hits, ensuring they can’t retaliate.
Combat Tactics: Strike and Vanish
1. Preparation (Before Combat)
- Disguise Self (to avoid suspicion).
- Pass Without Trace (+10 Stealth).
- Hide in Darkness (Gloom Stalker invisibility).
2. Opening Strike
- Surprise Round: Use Assassinate for auto-crit Sneak Attack.
- Perilous Stakes (if needed) to double damage.
- Cull the Weak finishes off weakened enemies silently.
3. Escape & Reposition
- Bonus Action Hide (Rogue) or Illithid Fly to vanish.
- Cloak of Cunning Brume turns you invisible after a kill.
- Repeat until all enemies are dead.
Conclusion
With this Invisible Illithid Assassin build, you’ll dominate Solo Tactician runs by striking unseen and vanishing without a trace. The combination of Rogue Assassin, Gloom Stalker, and Illithid Powers creates an unstoppable force that eliminates enemies before they even know you’re there.
Ready to become the ultimate shadow? Load up Baldur’s Gate 3 and start your Silent Assassin run today!
Tags: Baldur’s Gate 3, Solo Tactician, Invisible Build, Illithid Powers, Stealth Assassin, RPG Build Guide
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