This guide details all romance options in Baldur's Gate 3, categorizing them into long-term companions and one-night stands. Remember, your choices significantly impact the narrative and relationships. Some romances require specific actions or prevent others.
Long-Term Romance Options:
The following companions offer extensive romance storylines:
- Shadowheart: Maintain her approval by showing kindness, avoiding violence where possible, and respecting her privacy. Early interactions are crucial. Act I offers key opportunities; Act II presents choices aligning with Selune or Shar; Act III requires completing her quest. Infidelity may end the relationship.
- Gale: Rescue him early, comply with his requests regarding magical items, and be supportive during crucial moments. Act I's magic lesson and Act II's support after the Elminster cutscene are vital. Act III requires reading "The Annals of Karsus" and choosing specific dialogue options. He's not open to polyamory.
- Astarion: Build approval by choosing self-serving options and embracing his sarcastic nature. Allowing him to drink your blood helps. Act I's party offers a key scene. Act II involves investigating his scars. Act III requires completing his quest. He's more tolerant of other romantic interests than other companions.
- Karlach: Support her against the fake Paladins and acquire Infernal Iron to repair her infernal engine. Act I's party is crucial. Act II involves further repairs. Act III offers a date. She's highly sensitive to infidelity.
- Wyll: Build approval by acting heroically and helping others. Act I's party provides a key opportunity. Act II includes a dance scene. Act III requires completing his questline.
- Lae'zel: Raise her approval through decisive action and combat. Early interactions are important. Act II involves a duel. Act III depends on her allegiance (Vlaakith or Orpheus). Infidelity is a deal-breaker.
- Halsin: Rescue him and complete his quests in Act II. Keep him in your party and show kindness and respect for nature. He'll eventually approach you for a romantic encounter.
- Minthara: Side with her against the Emerald Grove. Complete specific dialogue options during encounters. This path significantly alters the game's narrative.
One-Night Stand Options:
These characters offer shorter romantic encounters:
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Mizora: Requires Wyll in your party and avoiding siding with Minthara. The encounter occurs in Act III at Wyrm's Rock Fortress.
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Guardian/Emperor: Protect them in Act II/III, potentially evolving into a Half-Ilithid. The encounter occurs in their hideout.
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Drow Twins: Found in Sharess' Caress in Act III. Requires completing a quest or paying Mamzell Amira.
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Haarlep: Located in Raphael's boudoir in the House of Hope.
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Naoise Nallinto: Found in Sharess' Caress in Act III. Requires unlocking a specific door.
This guide provides a starting point. Exploration and experimentation are key to unlocking all the romantic possibilities in Baldur's Gate 3. Remember to save frequently!
