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Romance is an optional feature in Baldur's Gate 3. The player can start a romantic relationship with several different characters, be it a brief fling or long-term. Some relationships can find their peak in sexual scenes, while others will follow different paths.

Characters can show interest in the player regardless of race and gender. More significant relationships will occur only with companions. Romance is available in multiplayer, but players will not be able to start a romance with each other.

It is possible to be in a relationship with one of the Origin characters Karlach, Shadowheart, or Astarion, as well as in a relationship with Halsin. Other characters will not consent to being in a polyamorous relationship, and further, the player cannot be in a polyamorous relationship that includes multiple Origin characters. Companions will not initiate any polyamory on their own with other characters.

There are also some sexual encounters the player can initiate with characters who are not companions.

Romance options

Origin characters

Non-origin companions

Minthara, a drow.
Halsin, a wood elf.

Non-companions

Spoiler warning! This section reveals details about the story of Baldur's Gate 3.

The Emperor, a mind flayer.
Sorn Orlith, a drow.
Nym Orlith, a drow.
Mizora, a cambion.
Naoise, a wood elf.
Haarlep, an incubus.

Companion romance

Astarion

Astarion's romance contains sensitive content, including mentions of or allusions to physical or emotional abuse, sexual violence, drugs or alcohol, and realistic or graphic violence.

After flirting with Astarion, he will suggest sleeping together during a long rest in any area in Act One, which will initiate his romance. This will also occur during the tiefling or goblin celebration; if the player has high enough approval, Astarion will be receptive to the player asking to have a "night of passion" with him, otherwise he will only join the player if they persuade him to "say 'please'".^{[Needs Verification]}

Gale

As early as Act One (if the player has Medium approval), the player can trigger a scene with Gale where he talks to the player about Mystra. During the scene, Gale will offer to share with the player being under the weave, and if the player successfully passes all the checks, they may envision holding hands or kissing Gale for approval points.

Halsin

Halsin's first scene may occur during Act Three. If the player has high enough approval, and has successfully completed Lift the Shadow Curse before embarking on the Road to Baldur's Gate, Halsin will express his desires before going to bed during a long rest.

Karlach

Karlach's first scene can occur during Act One. If the player has medium approval^{[Needs Verification]} they can drum up the courage to tell her how much they like her. This will lead to Karlach meeting them after everybody else is asleep. As Karlach's infernal engine is still too hot during Act One, the player will not be able to touch her. They can convince her, however, to kiss them - which they can either end sooner, or embrace the moment, only to burn their lips.

Lae'zel

Lae'zel's first scene can occur during Act One. She finds the player's martial prowess endearing, and will offer a night of debaucherous pleasure. Depending on conversation choices, the engagement may continue into future acts, with more dialogues and scenes.

Minthara

Minthara's first scene can occur during Act One. If the player sided with her and the goblins, during the celebratory party Minthara will offer the player a night of pleasure. Otherwise, Minthara's romance can begin in Act Two, if she survived and is recruited after reaching Moonrise Towers.

Shadowheart

Shadowheart's romance can begin during Act One. If the player has at least medium approval, she will propose a drink in private during a long rest or during the celebratory party after saving the tieflings (but not the goblins). The player and Shadowheart will drink wine, have a deep conversation, and can choose to kiss at the end of the night, away from camp.

If this opportunity is missed, her romance can be initiated with the dialogue line "I can't help but feel like you and I might have missed a chance to connect. Truly connect.", after it appears.

Wyll

Wyll's romance can begin in Act One, during the celebratory party after saving the tieflings (but not the goblins), if he has at least medium approval. Wyll and the player can share a kiss.

Non-companions

Sorn and Nym Orlith

Sorn and Nym Orlith are twins and courtesans at Sharess' Caress, a brothel just outside Baldur's Gate. The player can pay 500 gold to sleep with one of them, though their solo services are only available if a romanced companion is in the party. If the player has a romanced companion or companions in the party, the twins will offer to both sleep with the player and their partner(s) for 1000 gold instead. However, most companions will refuse until their personal quests have been completed, save Karlach, who always refuses.

To sleep with them, any party members not involved must be sent to camp or ungrouped from the main character before you can initiate the scene. Note that this scene is not animated, and takes place in the dark.

Sorn and Nym's services are also a potential reward for completing the quest Find the 'Stern Librarian' Ffion.

Mizora

Players can engage in a one-night stand with Mizora during Act Three, only if Wyll is in the party. If the player is romancing Gale, Lae'zel, Wyll or Minthara, they will end the relationship.

Naoise

Naoise is a courtesan working at Sharess's Caress in Wyrm's Crossing. She can be found on the third floor in her room, Nymph's Grotto.

Haarlep

Haarlep is an incubus under the employ of Raphael. They can be found in the House of Hope during Act Three. Approaching them will trigger a conversation where the player can sleep with them, however, this is not without its consequences.

The Emperor

After completing the quest Visit the Emperor's Old Hideout, the Emperor will have a conversation with the player during a long rest. As long as the player is receptive to the Emperor's advances, conclusions to this scene will allow the player to engage in more intimate activities with it.

Inter-character relationships

After dealing with the Goblin-Druid Grove conflict in Act One, if the player does not spend the night with Lae'zel she will do so with either Astarion or Wyll - as long as they are still in the camp.

Dark Urge specific scenes

The following scenes are only available while playing as The Dark Urge origin character.

Spoiler warning! This section reveals interactions with The Dark Urge.

You can snap Minthara's neck after having sex with her.
If during Act 2 you do not kill Isobel before dealing with the Act 2 boss, Sceleritas Fel will try to force you to kill your love interest. If you do not wake them up, they will be dead in the morning.

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-'''Romance''' is an optional feature in [https://baldursgate3.game/ Baldur's Gate 3]. The player can start a romantic relationship with other characters - be it a brief fling or long-term. Some relationships can find their peak in sexual scenes, while others will follow different paths.
+'''Romance''' is an optional feature in ''Baldur's Gate 3''. The player can start a romantic relationship with several different characters, be it a brief fling or long-term. Some relationships can find their peak in sexual scenes, while others will follow different paths.
-Characters can show interest on the player regardless of race and gender. Most important relationships will occur only with [[Companion|companions]]. Romance is available in multiplayer, but players won't be able to start a romance with each other. Some companions will be okay with being in a polyamorous relationship if the character pursues more than one companion and asks to be with them, but companions will not initiate any polyamory on their own. You cannot be in a poly relationship that includes multiple [[Origin]] characters.{{verify}}
+Characters can show interest in the player regardless of race and gender. More significant relationships will occur only with [[companion]]s. Romance is available in multiplayer, but players will not be able to start a romance with each other.
-There are also some sexual encounters the player can initiate with NPCs who aren't companions.
+It is possible to be in a relationship with one of the [[Origin]] characters Karlach, Shadowheart, or Astarion, as well as in a relationship with Halsin. Other characters will not consent to being in a polyamorous relationship, and further, the player cannot be in a polyamorous relationship that includes multiple Origin characters. Companions will not initiate any polyamory on their own with other characters.
+There are also some sexual encounters the player can initiate with characters who are not companions.
 {{SpoilerWarning}}
-== List of Romance Options ==
+== Romance options ==
+=== Origin characters ===
-<big>'''<big>Characters open to polyamory will have a ♥ next to their name.</big>'''</big>
-=== Female Characters ===
 <gallery heights="150px" mode="packed">
-Portrait Karlach.png|link=Karlach/Romance|'''[[Karlach/Romance|Karlach]]''' ♥, a [[Tiefling]]. <br />|alt=Karlach
+Portrait Karlach.png|link=Karlach/romance|[[Karlach/romance|Karlach]], a [[tiefling]].|alt=Karlach
-Portrait Laezel.png|link=Lae'zel/Romance|'''[[Lae'zel/Romance|Lae'zel]]''', a [[Githyanki]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Laezel.png|link=Lae'zel/romance|[[Lae'zel/romance|Lae'zel]], a [[githyanki]].|alt=Lae'zel
-Portrait Minthara.png|link=Minthara/Romance|'''[[Minthara/Romance|Minthara]]''', a [[Drow]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Shadowheart.png|link=Shadowheart/romance|[[Shadowheart/romance|Shadowheart]], a [[half-elf]].|alt=Shadowheart
-Portrait Shadowheart.png|link=Shadowheart/Romance|'''[[Shadowheart/Romance|Shadowheart]]''' ♥, a [[Half-Elf]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Astarion.png|link=Astarion/romance|[[Astarion/romance|Astarion]], a [[high elf]].|alt=Astarion
+Portrait Gale.png|link=Gale/romance|[[Gale/romance|Gale]], a [[human]].|alt=Gale
+Portrait Wyll.png|link=Wyll/romance|[[Wyll/romance|Wyll]], a human.|alt=Wyll
 </gallery>
-=== Male Characters ===
+=== Non-origin companions ===
 <gallery heights="150px" mode="packed">
-Portrait Astarion.png|link=Astarion/Romance|'''[[Astarion/Romance|Astarion]]''' ♥, a [[Elf|High Elf]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Minthara.png|link=Minthara/romance|[[Minthara/romance|Minthara]], a [[drow]].|alt=Minthara
-Portrait Gale.png|link=Gale/Romance|'''[[Gale/Romance|Gale]]''', a [[Human]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Halsin.png|link=Halsin/romance|alt=Halsin|[[Halsin/romance|Halsin]], a [[wood elf]].
-Portrait Halsin.png|link=Halsin/Romance|alt=Halsin|'''[[Halsin/Romance|Halsin]]''' ♥, a [[Elf|Wood Elf]]. <br />
-Portrait Wyll.png|link=Wyll/Romance|'''[[Wyll/Romance|Wyll]]''', a [[Human]].|alt=alt language
 </gallery>
-=== Non Companions ===
+=== Non-companions ===
 {{SpoilerBox|
-<gallery heights="120px" mode="packed">
+<gallery heights="150px" mode="packed">
-Portrait The Emperor.png|link=The Emperor#Romance|'''[[The Emperor]]''', a [[Mind Flayer]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait The Emperor.png|link=The Emperor#Romance|[[The Emperor]], a [[mind flayer]].|alt=The Emperor
-Portrait Drow Male Escort.png |link=Sorn Orlith|'''[[Sorn Orlith]]''', a [[Drow]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Drow Male Escort.png |link=Sorn Orlith|[[Sorn Orlith]], a drow.|alt=Sorn Orlith
-Portrait Drow Female Escort.png |link=Nym Orlith|'''[[Nym Orlith]]''', a [[Drow]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Drow Female Escort.png |link=Nym Orlith|[[Nym Orlith]], a drow.|alt=Nym Orlith
-Portrait Mizora.png |link=Mizora|'''[[Mizora]]''', a [[Cambion]].|alt=alt language
+Portrait Mizora.png |link=Mizora|[[Mizora]], a [[cambion]].|alt=Mizora
-Portrait_Naoise.png |link=Naoise|'''[[Naoise]]''', a [[Wood Elf]]. |alt=alt language
+Portrait_Naoise.png |link=Naoise|[[Naoise]], a wood elf. |alt=Naoise
-Portrait Incubus.png|link=Haarlep|'''[[Haarlep]]''', an Incubus. |alt=alt language
+Portrait Incubus.png|link=Haarlep|[[Haarlep]], an incubus. |alt=Haarlep
 </gallery>
 }}
-== Romantic Interactions ==
+== Companion romance ==
-{{MatureWarning}}
 === Astarion ===
-''Main page [[Astarion/Romance|Astarion Romance]].''
+{{main|Astarion/romance}}
+: ''{{icon|Prerequisite_Icon.png|24px}}{{color|#c9b500|Astarion's romance contains sensitive content, including mentions of or allusions to physical or emotional abuse, sexual violence, drugs or alcohol, and realistic or graphic violence.}}
-: ''{{icon|Prerequisite_Icon.png|24px}}{{color|#c9b500|Players should be aware that Astarion's romance and conversations in general hold mentions of and allusions to various types of abuse, manipulation, and sexual assault.}}
 [[File:Astarion Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-After the cutscene of Astarion sneaking away at night triggers, the player can find an exsanguinated boar at the bridge before the [[Blighted Village]], to the far right path of the signpost saying "Moonhaven" (north of the village), or just after the dialogue with Auntie Ethel at the entrance of Sunlit Wetlands (south of the village). The following long rest, the player will wake up to Astarion trying to drink their blood. He will approve of the player saying they trust him, and further approve of them letting him drink their blood. Note that if the player doesn't successfully stop him the '''second''' time the choice is presented, the player will die. They can simply be revived using a revivify scroll later. Note that players do not need to be aware Astarion is a vampire to sleep with him later on; not triggering this scene will not affect the romance.
+After flirting with Astarion, he will suggest sleeping together during a long rest in any area in [[Act One]], which will initiate his romance. This will also occur during the tiefling or goblin celebration; if the player has high enough approval, Astarion will be receptive to the player asking to have a "night of passion" with him, otherwise he will only join the player if they persuade him to "say 'please'".{{verify}}
+{{clear}}
 === Gale ===
-''Main page [[Gale/Romance|Gale Romance]].''
+{{main|Gale/romance}}
 [[File:Gale Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-As early as [[Act One]] (if the player has '''Medium''' approval), the player can trigger a scene with Gale where he talks to the player about Mystra. During the scene, Gale will offer to share with the player being under the weave, and if the player successfully passes all the checks, they may envision holding hands or kissing Gale for approval points.
+As early as Act One (if the player has '''Medium''' approval), the player can trigger a scene with Gale where he talks to the player about Mystra. During the scene, Gale will offer to share with the player being under the weave, and if the player successfully passes all the checks, they may envision holding hands or kissing Gale for approval points.
 {{clear}}
 === Halsin ===
-''Main page [[Halsin/Romance|Halsin Romance]].''
+{{main|Halsin/romance}}
 [[File:Halsin Portrait.png|80px|left]]
+Halsin's first scene may occur during [[Act Three]]. If the player has high enough approval, and has successfully completed [[Lift the Shadow Curse]] before embarking on the Road to Baldur's Gate, Halsin will express his desires before going to bed during a long rest.
-His first scene can be during [[Act Three]]. In the camp, and '''only if the player had successfully completed [[Lift the Shadow Curse]] before embarking on the Road to Baldur's Gate.
 {{clear}}
 === Karlach ===
-''Main page [[Karlach/Romance|Karlach Romance]].''
+{{main|Karlach/romance}}
 [[File:Karlach Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-Her first scene can be during [[Act One]]. If the player has '''Medium''' approval{{Verify}} you can drum up the courage to tell her how much you like her. This will lead to Karlach meeting you, once you went to bed and everybody else is asleep. Since you haven't been able to continue with [[The Hellion's Heart]] past the first step in [[Act One]], you will not be able to touch her. You can convince her, however, to kiss you - which you can either end sooner or embrace the moment, only to burn your lips.
+Karlach's first scene can occur during Act One. If the player has medium approval{{Verify}} they can drum up the courage to tell her how much they like her. This will lead to Karlach meeting them after everybody else is asleep. As Karlach's infernal engine is still too hot during Act One, the player will not be able to touch her. They can convince her, however, to kiss them - which they can either end sooner, or embrace the moment, only to burn their lips.
-Once you reach [[Act Two]] and arrive at the [[Last Light Inn]], you can repair Karlachs Engine with the help of [[Dammon]]. During the next long rest (and if no other events are queued), the player can sleep with her.
 {{clear}}
 === Lae'zel ===
-''Main page [[Lae'zel/Romance|Lae'zel Romance]].''
+{{main|Lae'zel/romance}}
 [[File:Laezel Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-Her first scene can be during [[Act One]]. She finds the player's martial prowess endearing, and will offer a night of debaucherous pleasure. Depending on conversation choices, the engagement may continue into future acts, with more dialogues and scenes.
+Lae'zel's first scene can occur during Act One. She finds the player's martial prowess endearing, and will offer a night of debaucherous pleasure. Depending on conversation choices, the engagement may continue into future acts, with more dialogues and scenes.
 {{clear}}
 === Minthara ===
-''Main page [[Minthara/Romance|Minthara Romance]].''
+{{main|Minthara/romance}}
 [[File:Minthara Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-Her first scene can be during [[Act One]]. During the party, '''only if the player sided with the goblins''', she will offer the player a night of pleasure.
+Minthara's first scene can occur during Act One. If the player sided with her and the goblins, during the celebratory party Minthara will offer the player a night of pleasure. Otherwise, Minthara's romance can begin in Act Two, if she survived and is recruited after reaching [[Moonrise Towers]].
 {{clear}}
 === Shadowheart ===
-''Main page [[Shadowheart/Romance|Shadowheart Romance]].''
+{{main|Shadowheart/romance}}
 [[File:Shadowheart Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-In [[Act One]], during the party and '''only if the player sided with the tieflings and has at least Medium approval'''. The player and Shadowheart will drink wine, have a deep conversation, and can choose to kiss at the end of the night, away from camp.
+Shadowheart's romance can begin during Act One. If the player has at least medium approval, she will propose a drink in private during a long rest or during the celebratory party after saving the tieflings (but not the goblins). The player and Shadowheart will drink wine, have a deep conversation, and can choose to kiss at the end of the night, away from camp.
+If this opportunity is missed, her romance can be initiated with the dialogue line "''I can't help but feel like you and I might have missed a chance to connect. Truly connect.''", after it appears.
 {{clear}}
 === Wyll ===
-''Main page [[Wyll/Romance|Wyll Romance]].''
+{{main|Wyll/romance}}
 [[File:Wyll Portrait.png|80px|left]]
-In [[Act One]], during the party and '''only if the player sided with the tieflings and has at least Medium approval'''. Wyll and the player can share a kiss.
+Wyll's romance can begin in Act One, during the celebratory party after saving the tieflings (but not the goblins), if he has at least medium approval. Wyll and the player can share a kiss.
 {{clear}}
-== Non Companions ==
+== Non-companions ==
-{{RomanceBox|[[File:Portrait_Drow_Male_Escort.png|30px|link=]] [[File:Portrait_Drow_Female_Escort.png|30px|link=]] '''<big>Sorn and Nym Orlith:</big>'''
+===Sorn and Nym Orlith===
+{{main|Sorn Orlith|Nym Orlith}}
+Sorn and Nym Orlith are twins and courtesans at [[Sharess' Caress]], a brothel just outside Baldur's Gate. The player can pay 500 gold to sleep with one of them, though their solo services are only available if a romanced companion is in the party. If the player has a romanced companion or companions in the party, the twins will offer to both sleep with the player and their partner(s) for 1000 gold instead. However, most companions will refuse until their personal quests have been completed, save Karlach, who always refuses.
+To sleep with them, any party members not involved must be sent to camp or ungrouped from the main character before you can initiate the scene. Note that this scene is not animated, and takes place in the dark.
+Sorn and Nym's services are also a potential reward for completing the quest [[Find the 'Stern Librarian' Ffion]].
+=== Mizora ===
+{{hatnote|Main article: [[Mizora#Romance|Mizora's romance]]}}
+Players can engage in a one-night stand with Mizora during Act Three, only if Wyll is in the party. If the player is romancing Gale, Lae'zel, Wyll or Minthara, they will end the relationship.
-Sorn and Nym Orlith are twins and courtesans at Sharess' Caress, a brothel just outside Baldur's Gate. You can pay 500 gold to sleep with one of them though you cannot actually pay them for solo service if a romanced companion is in the party. If you have a romanced companion or companions in the party with you, they will offer to both sleep with you and your romance(s) for 1000 gold instead, however, most companions will refuse until you have completed their personal quest, save Karlach who always refuses. To sleep with them, you must send any party members not involved in the affair to camp or ungroup them from the main character before you can initiate the scene. Note that this scene is not animated, and takes place in the dark. You may also instead do the quest [[Find the 'Stern Librarian' Ffion]] and receive their company for free as a quest reward.
+=== Naoise ===
+Naoise is a courtesan working at Sharess's Caress in Wyrm's Crossing. She can be found on the third floor in her room, Nymph's Grotto.
-}}
+=== Haarlep ===
+{{hatnote|Main article: [[Haarlep#Act Three|Haarlep's romance]]}}
+Haarlep is an incubus under the employ of [[Raphael]]. They can be found in the [[House of Hope]] during Act Three. Approaching them will trigger a conversation where the player can sleep with them, however, this is not without its consequences.
-== Inter-character Relationships ==
+=== The Emperor ===
+{{hatnote|Main article: [[The_Emperor#Romance_2|The Emperor's romance]]}}
+After completing the quest [[Visit the Emperor's Old Hideout]], the Emperor will have a conversation with the player during a long rest. As long as the player is receptive to the Emperor's advances, conclusions to this scene will allow the player to engage in more intimate activities with it.
-* After dealing with the Goblin-Druid Grove conflict in [[Act One]], if the player does not spend the night with '''Lae'zel''' she will do so with either Astarion or Wyll - as long as they are still in the camp.
+== Inter-character relationships ==
+After dealing with the Goblin-Druid Grove conflict in Act One, if the player does not spend the night with Lae'zel she will do so with either Astarion or Wyll - as long as they are still in the camp.
-== Dark Urge Specific Scenes ==
+== Dark Urge specific scenes ==
-The following scenes are only available if the player is playing as [[The Dark Urge]] origin character.
+The following scenes are only available while playing as [[The Dark Urge]] origin character.
 {{SpoilerDurge|
 * You can snap Minthara's neck after having sex with her.
 * If during Act 2 you do not kill Isobel before dealing with the Act 2 boss, [[Sceleritas Fel]] will try to force you to kill your love interest. If you do not wake them up, they will be dead in the morning.
 }}

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