Menacing Attack (Melee) | Baldurs Gate 3 Wiki

Menacing Attack (Melee)
Effect
Spend a superiority die to deal X+Strength Modifier+1d8 damage type depending on the weapon used and possibly Frighten the target Attack/Save: Wisdom Range: 1.5m
Action + Superiority Die

Menacing Attack (Melee) is an Action in Baldur's Gate 3. Actions can be used in both exploration and combat to maneuver across the battlefield or to harm or aid Characters. The actions that a Character can perform are based on their Class and Equipment.

Menacing Attack (Melee) Information

• Spend a superiority die to deal X+Strength Modifier+1d8 damage type depending on the weapon used and possibly Frighten the target.
• X is equal to the damage your currently weapon deals.
• Let's use the rare Xyanyde as an example. Xyanyde deals 1d6 Bludgeoning damage. If you use a Menacing Atttack (Melee) while wielding it, this is the result: 1d6+ Strength Modifier +1d8 Bludgeoning. 
• Type: Action
• Range:  1.5m

How to unlock Menacing Attack (Melee)

Menacing Attack (Melee) can be unlocked by the following classes:

• Battle Master

Menacing Attack (Melee) Tips & Notes

• A Melee Weapon needs to be equipped.
• Other Notes & Tips go here