The latest update for Baldur’s Gate 3, known as Patch 8, has been released and it introduces a revolutionary spell called Booming Blade that provides Fighters a significant advantage over Paladins in terms of damage.

This cantrip is accessible from Level 1 for spellcasting classes and allows users to inflict 1d8 Thunder damage on enemies if they move after being hit.

Notably, as players progress, the potential damage of Booming Blade increases, assisting melee characters in their offensive strategies.

Here’s a breakdown of how Booming Blade enhances gameplay:

1. Initial Hit Damage: The spell deals extra Thunder damage on an initial weapon attack.
2. Subsequent Effects: If the enemy attempts to move, they suffer additional damage.
3. Extra Attacks: This can be used in combination with Extra Attack and spells like Haste for extensive damage output.

Ultimately, this new addition amps up the excitement level for melee combat strategies in Baldur’s Gate 3, ensuring that Fighters can compete effectively against their Paladin counterparts.