Piercing Strike Weapon Action Guide and Effects


Piercing Strike is a Weapon Action in Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3). Read on to learn more about Piercing Strike, its effects, and the weapons that provide this weapon action!

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Piercing Strike Overview

Piercing Strike Info
Type Weapon Action
Damage 1d8
Bludgeoning
Range
Melee
Cast Time
Action
Effect Gaping Wounds: Attacks against this creature deal an additional 2 Piercing damage. Removed by healing.
Duration 2 Turns
Saving Throw
Saving Throw CON Save
Recharge Time
Recharge Icon Short Rest
Description Deal regular damage and possibly inflict Gaping Wounds, which cause extra damage on attacks. Undead and Constructs can't receive Gaping Wounds.
Unique Weapons with Piercing Strike
Murderous Cut

Weapon Types with Piercing Strike

Related Weapons
Dagger Javelin Pike
Rapier Shortsword Trident

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