When it comes to a tactical RPG like Baldur’s Gate 3, players who use spellcasters expect them to pack a lot of punch to end combat encounters quickly. However, the fragile nature of mages and the rather vague descriptions of some spells make using them extra challenging for newcomers to this Dungeons & Dragons adaptation. This vagueness is on purpose, however, as Larian Studios wants players to experiment with the potential of their spells.