How to Speak with Animals in Baldur’s Gate 3
One of the most intriguing abilities in Baldur’s Gate 3 is the power to communicate with animals. Gaining the “Speak with Animals” skill opens up a wealth of unique dialog, quest opportunities, and hidden secrets across the game world. This guide will explain the various methods to speak with wildlife and highlight some notable animals in Baldur’s Gate 3. Without any further due, let us dive right into it.
How to Speak with Animals in Baldur’s Gate 3
Acquiring Speak with Animals
The primary way to speak with animals is by using the “Speak with Animals” spell. This is a level 1 Divination spell available to several classes:
- Bard
- Druid
- Ranger
- Cleric (Nature domain)
- Paladin (Oath of the Ancients)
- Barbarian (Wildheart)
Warlocks can also learn the spell via the Beast Speech Eldritch Invocation. Additionally, Forest Gnomes have the innate ability to speak with small beasts. If your class can’t learn the spell, Potions of Animal Speaking can be bought from merchants or found as loot. These potions temporarily grant the ability.
Speak With Animals spell in Baldur’s Gate 3 (Image by Baldur’s Gate 3)
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Speak with Animals Spell Details
- Allows you to understand and verbally communicate with animals and beasts
- This is a level 1 Divination spell
- Can be cast as a ritual, without using a spell slot
- Casting time is 1 action
- Targets only the caster (self)
- Duration lasts until your next long rest
- Does not require concentration
- The spell does not have a saving throw
Using Speak with Animals
Once acquired through one of the above methods, using Speak with Animals is straightforward. Simply cast it outside of combat or drink a potion, then interact with an animal. A dialog option to “Speak with Animal” will appear. This allows a conversation with beasts just like with humanoids. The spell lasts until your next long rest. Potions conversely wear off after a few interactions.
Notable Animal Interactions
Speaking with a squirrel in Baldur’s Gate 3 (Image via
McAllik, YouTube)
There are many intriguing animals to converse with across the world of Baldur’s Gate 3 early access. Here are some highlights:
- Scratch – The dog near the Blighted Village, recruitable to camp.
- Owlbear Cub – Found in the Owlbear Cave, later at Goblin Camp.
- Tuffet – The bear sleeping on the Druid’s Grove elevator.
- Bored Cow – Ox in the Grove that reveals a treasure.
- Territorial Squirrel – Near Druid’s Grove entrance, guards a treasure.
- Deep Rothe – In Grymforge, helps access deeper areas.
- Addled Frog – Knows secrets about Auntie Ethel.
Conclusion
Speaking with animals can be highly rewarding in Baldur’s Gate 3. Use Speak with Animals spells, potions, or racial traits to converse with wildlife. Try interacting with notable animals like Scratch, Tuffet, and the Addled Frog for unique dialog, side quests, and treasure.
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