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Human

Humans are the predominant race in Faerûn — rulers of most of the significant empires and kingdoms in the Forgotten Realms, and (with the halflings) the most social and tolerant of races.

Traits

  • No ability score modifiers.
  • No infravision.
  • May advance as any class.
  • The only race that can dual-class.
  • May not multi-class.
  • Thieving skill bonuses: +15% Pick Pockets, +10% Open Locks, +5% Find Traps, +10% Move Silently, +5% Hide in Shadows.

Strengths

  • Total class flexibility — every class option is open.
  • Dual-class is a powerful late-game tool for capable players who plan ahead.
  • No level caps inherent to the race.

Weaknesses

  • No racial save bonuses.
  • No innate infravision.
  • Cannot multi-class.

Source: bg2ee/original_manuals/baldurs_gate_2_ee_mastering_melee_and_magic.pdf — "Human".