Helm of Balduran is a powerful relic that once belonged to the famous explorer and founder of Baldur's Gate, Balduran. It is one of the most sought after pieces of headgear in the game. Aside from offering protection from critical hits, it also provides a -1 bonus to armor class, lowers THAC0 by 1, increases the hit points of the wearer by five points, and gives the wearer a -1 bonus for all saving throws.
In classic 
Baldur's Gate (1998)
This icon indicates content from the original Baldur's Gate campaign., it's the only helm besides the Helm of the Noble that boosts AC.
Locations[]
- This helm can be found stashed behind a painting on the second floor of the rear section of the Helm and Cloak in Baldur's Gate. It is connected to the side quest Searching for Balduran's Helmet. Like many items of Balduran, this is very valuable to merchants and they will buy it from you for 7000
. - In Shadows of Amn, it can be looted from Jon's room on the first level of Irenicus's Dungeon. But it can be replaced by another item if you import it from Baldur's Gate — see Importing a Character for details.
- In Gladiators of Thay, it is sold by Hue Greenleaf.
Description[]
| “ | The fabled helm of Balduran, legendary founder of Baldur's Gate, has long been rumored to wield powerful protective magic. The exact nature of this magic, however, has not yet been determined. | ” |
Gallery[]
Achievements[]
- Main article: Achievements
In Balduran's Image[]
