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Priest of Lathander (Cleric Kit)

Lathander is the good god of renewal, creativity, and youth, and is celebrated nearly everywhere. His followers are very popular throughout the Realms, with numerous wealthy temples devoted to him.

Advantages

  • May cast Hold Undead once per day every 5 levels (starts at 1st level with one use).
  • May cast Boon of Lathander once per day every 10 levels (starts at 1st level with one use):
    • Lasts 1 round per caster level.
    • +1 to-hit, damage, and all saving throws.
    • +1 extra attack per round.
    • Protects from level drain.

Disadvantages

  • Alignment restricted to good.

When to pick it

  • Boon of Lathander is among the best self-buffs available to a Cleric — it stacks with most party buffs and adds an extra attack.
  • Hold Undead is unusually useful in BG2's many crypts and tombs.

Source: bg2ee/original_manuals/baldurs_gate_2_ee_mastering_melee_and_magic.pdf — "Priest of Lathander (Cleric Kit)".