Baldur's Gate 3: Top 10 Best Two-Handed Weapons to Equip

Baldur’s Gate 3 offers a wide variety of Two-Handed weapons, including Greatswords, Axes, Mauls, and more. Most of these weapons require Martial Proficiency, though a few can be used effectively with Simple Proficiency. Additionally, Versatile weapons, such as Longswords, can be wielded with one or two hands, but their damage output increases when used with both. The game’s top Two-Handed weapons deliver exceptional damage and possess unique abilities that can significantly impact combat.

10. Sword of Chaos

Weapon Type: Greatsword  

Damage: 2d6 + 2 Slashing + 1d4 Necrotic  

Rarity: Very Rare  

Location: Looted from Sarevok Anchev, Murder Tribunal, Act 3.  

Weapon Skills:

- Chaos: On a hit, recover 1d6 hit points.

Greatswords are known for their raw power, and the Sword of Chaos is no exception, especially with its additional 1d4 Necrotic damage. Its health-regaining ability is also invaluable, as two-handed fighters are typically more exposed without a shield for defense. Players can obtain this weapon by defeating Sarevok Anchev in the Murder Tribunal during Act 3.

9. Voss' Silver Sword

Weapon Type: Longsword  

Damage: 1d10 + 2 Slashing + 1d4 Psychic  

Rarity: Very Rare  

Location: Looted from Kith’rak Voss, Act 1 or 2.

Weapon Skills:

- Interplanar Slayer: Adds 1d4 to Damage and Attack Rolls against githyanki, aberrations, fiends, and elementals.

- Wrathful Smite (Lvl 1 Spell): Adds 1d6 Psychic damage to a weapon attack and may frighten the target.

Voss’ Silver Sword is an outstanding Longsword, offering excellent damage when wielded with two hands. It’s particularly effective against certain enemy types and comes with a powerful Smite spell. Players can acquire this weapon by confronting Kith’rak Voss in Acts 1 or 2, or by purchasing it from him in Act 3.

8. Orphic Hammer

Weapon Type: Warhammer  

Damage: 1d10 + 3 Bludgeoning  

Rarity: Legendary  

Location: Acquired from Raphael or stolen from the House of Hope, Act 3.

Weapon Skills:

- Unshackling Strike: Frees creatures from being Restrained, Paralyzed, or Stunned.

- Spell Resistance: Grants Advantage on Saving Throws against spells.

The Orphic Hammer is a potent Legendary Warhammer that deals impressive damage, especially when used with two hands. Its +3 Weapon Enchantment increases both damage output and accuracy. Players can either sign a contract with Raphael or steal the hammer from the House of Hope in Act 3.

7. Corpsegrinder

Weapon Type: Maul  

Damage: 2d6 + 2 Bludgeoning + 1d4 Thunder  

Rarity: Rare  

Location: Looted from Cairos, Rivington Docks, Act 3.

Weapon Skills:

- Grand Slam: Slam the weapon into the ground, causing a thunderous impact that may push enemies away.

Among BG3’s best Mauls, Corpsegrinder stands out due to its extra Thunder damage and the powerful Grand Slam action, which can knock enemies off cliffs to their doom. Players can loot this weapon from Cairos, a Stone Lord envoy, at Rivington Docks in Act 3.

6. Selune's Spear of Night

Weapon Type: Spear  

Damage: 1d8 + 3 Piercing  

Rarity: Legendary  

Location: Rewarded for sparing Nightsong, Act 2.

Weapon Skills:

- Selune's Blessing: Grants Advantage on Wisdom Saving Throws and Perception Checks.

- Darkvision: Allows vision up to 12m in darkness.

- Moonbeam: Summons a beam of moonlight that damages creatures in its path.

- Moonmote: Slows enemy movement and increases Radiant damage for the wielder and allies.

For those proficient in Simple weapons, Selune’s Spear of Night is an excellent choice, providing not just strong damage but also useful spell effects. Players earn this weapon by sparing Nightsong during the Moonrise Towers quest in Act 2.

5. Silver Sword of the Astral Plane

Weapon Type: Greatsword  

Damage: 2d6 + 3 Slashing +1d6 Psychic (conditional)  

Rarity: Legendary  

Location: Defeat Kith’rak Voss or show him the Orphic Hammer, Act 3.

Weapon Skills:

- Soulbreaker: Inflicts damage to body and soul with a chance to Stun.

- Githborn Psionic Weapon: Adds 1d6 Psychic damage when wielded by a Githyanki.

- Githborn Psionic Resistance: Grants Advantage on certain Saving Throws and Resistance to Psychic damage for Githyanki wielders.

This weapon is especially formidable for Githyanki characters or Lae’zel, with bonuses to Psychic damage and resistances. Players must either kill Kith’rak Voss or show him the Orphic Hammer to acquire this sword.

4. Halberd of Vigilance

Weapon Type: Halberd  

Damage: 1d10 + 2 Slashing + 1d4 Force  

Rarity: Very Rare  

Location: Sold by Lann Tarv, Moonrise Towers, Act 2.

Weapon Skills:

- Sentinel Weapon: Grants +1 to initiative and Advantage on Perception checks.

- Adroit Reflexes: Gain Advantage on Attack Rolls made as reactions.

The Halberd of Vigilance is the best two-handed weapon available in Act 2. Its added damage and useful passive effects make it a valuable choice for players who prefer Halberds. It can be purchased from Lann Tarv at Moonrise Towers.

3. Nyrulna

Weapon Type: Trident  

Damage: 1d8 + 3 Piercing + 1d6 Thunder  

Rarity: Legendary  

Location: Acquired at the circus in Rivington, Act 3.

Weapon Skills:

- Zephyr Connection: The weapon returns when thrown and creates an explosion dealing 3d4 Thunder damage in a 6m radius.

- Veil of the Wind: Increases movement and jump distance and grants Immunity to falling damage.

- Zephyr Flash: Rush forward, creating a vortex that may cause Bleeding.

As one of the most versatile weapons, Nyrulna can be wielded with either one or two hands. To claim it, players must win a jackpot at the Rivington circus after acquiring a Djinni Ring from Akabi.

2. Hellfire Greataxe

Weapon Type: Greataxe  

- Damage: 1d12 + 2 Slashing + 1d6 Fire  

Rarity: Very Rare  

Location: Found in Sorcerous Sundries vault, Act 3.

Weapon Skills:

- Thermodynamo: Gain Heat with each hit.

- Hellflame Cleave: Unleashes fiery devastation on enemies.

The Hellfire Greataxe is the top Axe in Baldur’s Gate 3, offering intense Slashing and Fire damage. Players can find this weapon in Sorcerous Sundries’ vault during Act 3.

1. Balduran's Giantslayer

Weapon Type: Greatsword  

Damage: 2d6 + 3 Slashing  

Rarity: Legendary  

Location: Dropped by the dragon Ansur, Wyrmway, Act 3.

Weapon Skills:

- Giantslayer: Doubles Strength modifier damage and grants Advantage on Attack Rolls against large creatures.

- Giant Form: Grow larger, deal extra damage, and gain Temporary Hit Points.

Balduran’s Giantslayer is the ultimate Greatsword and possibly the best Two-Handed weapon in the game. Players must defeat the dragon Ansur in the Wyrmway to claim this powerful sword.