Spectator is a pretty interesting boss in Baldur's Gate 3 that can surprise gamers with unique mechanics. If players do not know what he is capable of and do not prepare properly, the party is likely to be defeated rapidly.
The Spectator will surprise the party by gaining an advantage in one turn and will also attack the characters with charmed Drow. However, if players know his weaknesses and apply a few tricks, this BG3 boss will feel like a cakewalk.
BG3: Preparing for the Battle with the Spectator
Perhaps the main tip to make the battle easier is to reach level 5. Before the battle, there are enough side quests to reach this level, and it will be a significant boost in power for any class. The battle with Spectator should be started carefully to gain an advantage. It is recommended to hide the party and only then start the cutscene with the boss's appearance because in this case, only one character will be surprised.
Spectator will spawn in approximately the same place, and it is worth taking advantage of this. It is recommended to take Oil Barrels from the Selunite outpost. By blowing them up, players will gain a great advantage by removing most of the boss's health before the battle begins. This is essential considering that he mainly relies on Status Effects and cannot deal much damage in the first few turns.
How To Defeat the Spectator In Baldur's Gate 3
With the proper preparation for the battle, the Spectator won't be a problem for players, but with a few more tips, he won't stand a chance at all. This boss avoids melee combat whenever possible, so it's worth sending fighters to hit him while he's running away.
His ability to revive and enchant Drow and Dhourn can also be easily turned against him. If players attack the Drow once, they will take their side and fight against the Spectator. However, if players attack them a second time, they will take the side of the boss again, so it is necessary to use spells carefully. During the battle, Spectator will enchant them several times, and all the player needs to do is increase the army of allies with one hit. Given that he can sometimes die only from oil barrels, the battle will not be difficult.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is now available to play on PC and PlayStation 5.