The Class

The Cosmic Vessel is a brand-new playable class for Baldur’s Gate 3, built around cosmic power, fractured identity, and the struggle between mortal will and something far older within. Rather than drawing strength from a god, patron, oath, or bloodline, the Cosmic Vessel channels the power of an eternal entity that exists beyond time and space.

As a Vessel awakens to the truth of what lies within them, they gain access to extraordinary abilities that blur the line between mortal and cosmic. They can reshape reality, manipulate fate, alter the flow of time, channel the power of distant stars, or sacrifice their own life essence to unleash devastating magic.

At the heart of the class lies a wide array of original spells and abilities, and a powerful transformation mechanic that allows the Vessel to temporarily draw upon the true power sleeping within, which takes on new flavour dependent on which subclass is chosen.

Whether supporting allies, controlling the battlefield, unleashing destructive magic, or rewriting the course of combat itself, every Cosmic Vessel aims to offer a playstyle unlike anything found in Baldur’s Gate 3.

The Subclasses

Essence is the embodiment of sacrifice, vitality, and raw life force. Rather than drawing power from external sources, these Vessels willingly offer pieces of themselves, converting their own life essence into devastating magical power.

Through blood, vitality, and force, an Essence Vessel can unleash destructive attacks, empower their abilities beyond normal limits, and manipulate the life force of those around them. Their magic is dangerous, often demanding a personal cost, but few can rival the sheer destructive potential they wield when they choose to push beyond their limits.

Players who choose Essence will find themselves balancing risk against reward, making meaningful decisions about when to spend their own vitality in pursuit of greater power. It is a subclass for those who embrace sacrifice, aggression, and the idea that true strength often comes at a price.

Essence

Chronographers peer beyond the present moment, drawing upon cosmic forces that govern time, gravity, momentum, and probability. To them, time is not a fixed path but a resource that can be manipulated, stretched, accelerated, or fractured.

A Chronographer can alter the pace of battle in remarkable ways, slowing enemies, accelerating allies, manipulating movement, and disrupting the natural flow of combat. Their abilities allow them to create opportunities where none should exist, turning impossible situations into carefully orchestrated victories.

This subclass rewards tactical thinking and battlefield awareness. Players who enjoy control, positioning, and outmanoeuvring their opponents will find a powerful toolkit capable of reshaping encounters through precision and foresight rather than brute force alone.

Chronographer

Astral Archivists devote themselves to the hidden records that exist beyond mortal perception. They study memories, fate, knowledge, and the countless stories woven throughout existence, treating reality itself as an archive waiting to be explored.

Rather than relying solely on direct power, Archivists gather information, mark their enemies, and exploit the patterns hidden within every action. To an Archivist, every choice leaves a trace, every event becomes a record, and every future contains clues waiting to be uncovered.

Their abilities revolve around understanding, prediction, and inevitability. Through careful observation and manipulation of fate, they can turn an enemy's actions against them and guide events toward outcomes that seem almost preordained. This subclass is ideal for players who enjoy strategic planning, clever interactions, and the feeling of always being several steps ahead.

Astral Archivist

Starcallers are wanderers, duelists, and navigators of the sea. Drawing power from distant stars and ancient celestial myths, they manifest a specialised astral scimitar that serves as both a weapon and a conduit for their magic.

Unlike traditional spellcasters who remain distant from the fighting, Starcallers weave blade and spell together into a seamless combat style. Their summoned weapon enables unique combinations of melee attacks and magical abilities, allowing them to flow effortlessly between close-range engagements and ranged spellcasting. Strikes with the scimitar can empower their spells, while their magic can reshape and enhance the capabilities of the blade itself.

Despite their martial appearance, Starcallers remain full spellcasters at heart. They excel at versatility, adaptability, and maintaining momentum throughout combat. For players who enjoy fluid gameplay, stylish combinations, and the fantasy of a cosmic swashbuckler guided by the stars, Starcaller offers a uniquely dynamic experience.

Starcaller