In the intricate world ofBaldur’s Gate 3, the advantage and disadvantage mechanics can easily turn the tides of any battle. Achieving a consistent advantage in attacks can be game-changing, and amidst the treasure trove of items the game offers, equipment that bestows consistent advantages is rare yet profoundly impactful.
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Enter the Gloves of the Automaton. These exceptional gloves grant you ten turns of consistent advantage—more than enough for most fights— and they’re also within easy reach, provided that you choose the right options. This guide will teach you exactly how to grab these useful gloves for your own use.
What Are The Gloves Of The Automaton
TheGloves of the Automatonare a pair ofrare glovesthat can be found during Act Two of the game. Besides giving you a+1 to Strength Saving Throws, it’ll also grant you the class actionCircuitry Interface.
Circuitry Interface
As fantastic as they are on their own, the gloves also have excellent synergy with theLight of Creation, an uncommon polearm.
TheLight of Creationgrants you anextra 1d6 + 1d4 Lightning damagebut has a chance tostun youif you’re not a construct.
Naturally, since theGloves of the Automatonmake you aconstructafter using its class action, it’s yourbest chance at using this polearmwithout any ill effects.
Being a construct may make youimmune to certain buff and healing spellsfrom allies. Be sure toread the spell descriptions.
Where To Find The Gloves Of The Automaton
To purchase theGloves of the Automaton, you’ll need to befriend a cranky littledeep gnome named Barcus Wroot.
Unfortunately, Barcus can’t seem to keep himself out of trouble, so here are the steps you’ll need to take tounlock him as a trader.
The gloves can also bepickpocketed from Barcus, though at arelatively high Sleight of Hand DCand at the risk ofangering the NPCsof Last Light Inn—most of whom are important to the main storyline.Do so carefully.
