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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.
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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.  


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.
== Overview ==
Some relationships can find their peak in sexual scenes, while others will follow different paths. Characters can show interest in the player character regardless of race and gender. More significant relationships will occur only with [[Companion]]s. Romance is available in multiplayer, but player charcters will not be able to start a romance with each other. All romances are available to any [[Custom]] and [[Origin]] player characters and some Origin PCs have unique dialogue options during romance.


It is possible to be in a relationship with any of the Origin companions, as well as with [[#Halsin|Halsin]] and [[#Minthara|Minthara]]. Other characters will not consent to being in a polyamorous relationship. Although a player character can initiate romance with up to two origin companions, only one can be maintained in later stages; one of the origin companions will eventually force the PC to choose between them. Though they may mention the idea with certain conversations, companions will not initiate any polyamory on their own with other companions.


{{SpoilerWarning}}
Normally, a player character may initiate the beginning stages of romance with up to two origin companions only. However, with the [[Tiefling]] victory party after saving the [[Emerald Grove]] in Act One, it is possible to add Karlach as a third beginning romance. The first two romances must be started ''before'' long resting and the night celebration begins, but can be done on the same "day", and even right after each other. If you want Shadowheart to be included in this trio of budding romances, you must start with her first. After the first two, when the night celebration starts, the PC may approach Karlach and agree to meet with her later in the evening; queued beginning romance scenes (and their progressions) with the other two origin companions will still proceed with subsequent long rests.


== List of Romance Options ==
There are also some sexual encounters the player character can initiate with characters who are not companions.


=== Female Characters ===
== Romance options ==
=== Origin companions ===


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File:Karlach headshot 1.0.png|link=Karlach#Romance|'''[[Karlach]]''', a [[Tiefling]]. <br />'''(Not available in Early Access)'''|alt=Karlach
Portrait Astarion.png|link=Astarion/Romance|[[Astarion/Romance|Astarion]]<br>[[High Elf]]|alt=Astarion
File:Laezelheadshot.jpg|link=Lae'zel#Romance|'''[[Lae'zel]]''', a [[Githyanki]].|alt=alt language
Portrait Gale.png|link=Gale/Romance|[[Gale/Romance|Gale]]<br>[[Human]]|alt=Gale
File:Minthara-face2023.jpg|link=Minthara#Romance|'''[[Minthara]]''', a [[Drow]].|alt=alt language
Portrait Karlach.png|link=Karlach/Romance|[[Karlach/Romance|Karlach]]<br>[[Zariel Tiefling]]|alt=Karlach
File:Shadowheartheadshot.jpg|link=Shadowheart#Romance|'''[[Shadowheart]]''', a [[Half-Elf]].|alt=alt language
Portrait Laezel.png|link=Lae'zel/Romance|[[Lae'zel/Romance|Lae'zel]]<br>[[Githyanki]]|alt=Lae'zel
Portrait Shadowheart.png|link=Shadowheart/Romance|[[Shadowheart/Romance|Shadowheart]]<br>[[High Half-Elf]]|alt=Shadowheart
Portrait Wyll.png|link=Wyll/Romance|[[Wyll/Romance|Wyll]]<br>[[Human]]|alt=Wyll
</gallery>
</gallery>


=== Male Characters ===
=== Non-Origin Companions ===
 
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Portrait Halsin.png|link=Halsin/Romance|alt=Halsin|[[Halsin/Romance|Halsin]]<br>[[Wood Elf]]
File:Astarionheadshot.jpg|link=Astarion#Romance|'''[[Astarion]]''', a [[Elf|High Elf]].|alt=alt language
Portrait Minthara.png|link=Minthara/Romance|[[Minthara/Romance|Minthara]]<br>[[Drow]]|alt=Minthara
File:Galeheadshot.jpg|link=Gale#Romance|'''[[Gale]]''', a [[Human]].|alt=alt language
File:Halsin_headshot.jpg|link=Halsin#Romance|alt=Halsin|'''[[Halsin]]''', a [[Elf|Wood Elf]]. <br />'''(Not available in Early Access)
File:Wyllheadshot.jpg|link=Wyll#Romance|'''[[Wyll]]''', a [[Human]].|alt=alt language
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</gallery>


=== Other Characters ===
Aside from the fully romanceable characters there are several options for one-night stands. They have no romance progression and are one time events.


== Romantic Interactions ==
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Portrait Incubus.png|link=Haarlep|[[Haarlep]]<br>[[Incubus]] |alt=Haarlep
{{MatureWarning}}
Portrait Mizora.png |link=Mizora|[[Mizora]]<br>[[Cambion]]|alt=Mizora
Portrait_Naoise.png |link=Naoise|[[Naoise]]<br>[[Wood Elf]] |alt=Naoise
Portrait Drow Female Escort.png |link=Nym Orlith|[[Nym Orlith]]<br>[[Drow]]|alt=Nym Orlith
Portrait Drow Male Escort.png |link=Sorn Orlith|[[Sorn Orlith]]<br>[[Drow]]|alt=Sorn Orlith
Portrait The Emperor.png|link=The Emperor#Romance|[[The Emperor]]<br>[[Mind Flayer]]|alt=The Emperor
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== Companion romance ==
=== Astarion ===
=== Astarion ===
'''<big>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.</big>'''
* [[File:Astarion Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Astarion/Romance]]
 
*Failing the perception check upon first meeting him will lead to him holding the player down, not connected to romance but some players may be interested in that scene
 
*After the cutscene of Astarion sneaking away at night triggers, the player can find an exsanguinated boar either at the bridge before the [[Blighted Village]], or to the far right path of the signpost saying "Moonhaven" (near the village as well). 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.
 
*Getting a substantial lead, either the location of the Githyanki Crèche from Zorru or learning about Halsin{{verify}} will trigger a scene with him later in camp when you talk to him. He remarks how he likes the player, and the player can respond in a flirtatious manner. No approval changes from any options. Note that you may want to wait to trigger this scene till later since the dialogue makes it sound as if he and the player have been travelling together for a while, but that's preference
 
*A scene can be triggered at camp where Astarion says he has fed on a bear, the following conversation nets no approval changes but he makesa few playful quips to the player and they can do so in turn. The parameters for trigger this is unclear at the moment (possibly average-good relationship), but you at least need to know he is a vampire
 
*If the player allows Astarion to kill Gandrel, the gur monster hunter who can be found to the left of the [[Riverside Teahouse]], you can talk to him to trigger a conversation where he invites the player to have sex with him; no approval changes for the dialogue in favor of it. To get the dialogue to kill Gandrel: know Astarion is a vampire before triggering the convo, then ask Gandrel what he is hunting, then picking "Only a spawn? Pity. Not like he's a real vampire." then picking either the first or second option.
 
A similar scene with the same outcomes should trigger when the player reaches Good approval with Astarion, even without dealing with the Gur{{verify}}
 
*The above mentioned conversation will trigger a sex scene after you go to sleep, but the dialogue and scene are that of the tiefling party. The scene has no approval besides him approving if you sleep with him, but if you act as if you don't trust him he will be upset and leave rather than sleeping with the player. The player will wake the next morning to Astarion standing shirtless, back turned to them, and can make a playful quip before asking him about the scars on his back; no approval changes.
 
*As early as [[Chapter One]], a scene can trigger where Astarion is looking into a mirror. The player may compliment him on anything to effectively “flirt” with him, aside from his moles and smile lines (this will lead to him being upset and leaving). This does not affect approval
 
*At either the goblin or the tiefling party, the player can agree to sleep with Astarion afterwards. It will trigger the above mentioned sex scene if this is the first time the player has slept with him. During the actual sex scene, the player can opt to show him their neck (if they are aware he is a vampire) to him to gain approval points, or not for no approval changes. The next morning, the player will awake to see Astarion standing, back turned to them. They can make a few quips (no approval changes) and/or ask him about the scars on his back (no approval changes).
 
*If the player has already slept with Astarion, then talking with Astarion at the party will result in a much more familiar conversation, where he can even tell the player he loves them, though he is just using shallow charm (no approval changes). Agreeing to sleep with him again will simply end the night as per usual, sex is simply implied.
 
<big>'''''Heavy Chapter 2 and 3 Spoilers Ahead'''''
</big>
 
Heading into Chapter 2 and 3, it is important to note that some choices you make, Astarion will disapprove of, but they may be for the "better". Disapproval of an action will not lock you out of romance scenes, and he may even change his outlook on your actions later on.
 
*The next substantial scene with Astarion happens after the player goes to bed after talking to [[Araj Oblodra]] with Astarion in the party. She is a vendor located on the main floor of [[Moonrise Towers]]. Players can pick whichever option they feel suits how they want their relationship with Astarion to be. Picking options that manipulate Astarion into having sex with you simply for pleasure will be followed by a cutscene where Astarion breaks up with the player.
 
A similar scene with the same outcomes will trigger if your approval with Astarion is maxed in Chapter 2, even if you don't talk to Araj{{verify}}
 
*Once the party successfully completes [[Kill Raphael's Old Enemy]], Raphael will inform Astarion about the nature of his scars and the player can then talk with Astarion about the information revealed. It is important to ponder how you want to proceed with this, as it will change Astarion's fate and the dynamic of his relationship with the player.
 
*Once you have made it past out of the Shadow-Cursed Lands, the player can find Astarion's fellow spawn in Fraygo's Flophouse near the Southspan of Wyrm's Crossing waypoint. If the player did not interact with them, then long resting a couple times in the area should trigger a scene where they come talk to you at camp.{{verify}} The player is free to choose any responses they want, but may see disapproval pop up at certain choices. His siblings will attack the party, and afterwards he will talk to the player. Again, you may choose to respond however you feel.
 
*Once the player confronts Cazador, they may choose what outcome they want. They can convince Astarion to simply kill Cazador instead of performing the rite himself, or he can perform the rite and become a Vampire Ascendant. Note that if he goes through with the rite, everyone in the cells will die. An additional note: Astarion becoming the Vampire Ascendant will completely change how he acts towards everything, including the player. He will be more controlling and forceful, more stereotypical "evil tyrant". Some players may be uncomfortable with such a dynamic, so be sure to pick carefully.
 
*After the conclusion of the rite, a scene with Astarion will be triggered depending on the outcome. If he went through with the rite, the player can tell him they would like to be a vampire like him, and he can and will turn the player into his spawn. The player is, as always, free to choose whatever options they want following, but becoming Astarion's spawn means you can no longer break up with him. The option is there to try, but he will not let you go.
 
*If he did not go through with the rite, he will tell the player he would like to show them something outside the city, and take them to see his grave. You're free to choose any options you want, but not that accepting to sleep with him will result in an extra bit of dialogue where he tells the player he loves them.


=== Gale ===
=== Gale ===
 
* [[File:Gale Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Gale/Romance]]
* As early as [[Chapter One]] (if the player has '''Medium''' approval), the player can trigger a scene with Gale where Gale talks to the player about Mystra can be triggered. 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.
 
* At the tiefling party and '''only''' if the scene under the weave has been triggered, the player can sleep with Gale. The next morning, Gale will further confide in them about what happened with Mystra, and the player can choose a number of responses (no approval changes)


=== Halsin ===
=== Halsin ===
 
* [[File:Halsin Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Halsin/Romance]]
TBD


=== Karlach ===
=== Karlach ===
 
* [[File:Karlach Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Karlach/Romance]]
TBD


=== Lae'zel ===
=== Lae'zel ===
* [[File:Laezel Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Lae'zel/Romance]]


Her first scene can be during [[Chapter One]]. She finds the player's martial prowess endearing, and will offer a single night of debaucherous pleasure.
=== Minthara ===
* [[File:Minthara Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Minthara/Romance]]


=== Minthara ===  
=== Shadowheart ===
* [[File:Shadowheart Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Shadowheart/Romance]]


Her first scene can be during [[Chapter One]]. During the party, '''only if the player sided with the goblins''', she will offer the player a night of pleasure.
=== Wyll ===
* [[File:Wyll Portrait.png|50px]]For information on the romance, see here: [[Wyll/Romance]]


=== Shadowheart ===
== Non-companions ==
===Haarlep===
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Haarlep#Act Three|Haarlep's romance]]}}
Haarlep is an incubus under the employ of {{CharLink|Raphael}}. They can be found in the [[House of Hope]] during Act Three. Approaching them will trigger a conversation where the player character can sleep with them, however, this is not without its consequences.
 
=== Sorn and Nym Orlith ===
{{main|Nym Orlith|Sorn Orlith}}
Nym and Sorn Orlith are twins and courtesans at [[Sharess' Caress]], a brothel just outside Baldur's Gate. The player character 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 character has a romanced companion(s) in the party, the twins will offer to both sleep with the player character 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.


In [[Chapter 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.
To sleep with them, any party members not involved must be sent to camp or at least ungrouped from the main character before initiating the scene. This scene is not animated, and takes place in the dark.  


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


In [[Chapter One]], during the party and '''only if the player sided with the tieflings and has at least Medium approval'''. Wyll and the player can meet away from camp to make love.
=== Mizora ===
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Mizora#Romance|Mizora's romance]]}}
Player characters can engage in a one-night stand with Mizora during Act Three, only if Wyll is in the party. If the player character is romancing Gale, Lae'zel, Wyll or Minthara, they will end the relationship.


== Inter-character Relationships ==
=== Naoise ===
{{hatnote|Main article: [[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.


* After dealing with the Goblin-Druid Grove conflict in Chapter 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.
=== 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 character during a long rest. As long as the player character is receptive to the Emperor's advances, conclusions to this scene will allow the player character to engage in more intimate activities with it.


== Dark Urge Specific Scenes ==
== 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.


The following scenes are only available if the player is playing as [[The Dark Urge]] origin character
== Dark Urge specific scenes ==
The following scenes are only available if the [[The Dark Urge]] is chosen as origin character.
* It is possible to snap Minthara's neck after having sex with her in Act 1.
* If not killing {{CharLink|Isobel Thorm|Isobel}} before dealing with {{CharLink|Ketheric Thorm}}, then {{CharLink|Sceleritas Fel}} will try to force the player character to kill their love interest. If not waking up the love interest, they will be dead in the morning.

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Wyll romance

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.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Some relationships can find their peak in sexual scenes, while others will follow different paths. Characters can show interest in the player character regardless of race and gender. More significant relationships will occur only with Companions. Romance is available in multiplayer, but player charcters will not be able to start a romance with each other. All romances are available to any Custom and Origin player characters and some Origin PCs have unique dialogue options during romance.

It is possible to be in a relationship with any of the Origin companions, as well as with Halsin and Minthara. Other characters will not consent to being in a polyamorous relationship. Although a player character can initiate romance with up to two origin companions, only one can be maintained in later stages; one of the origin companions will eventually force the PC to choose between them. Though they may mention the idea with certain conversations, companions will not initiate any polyamory on their own with other companions.

Normally, a player character may initiate the beginning stages of romance with up to two origin companions only. However, with the Tiefling victory party after saving the Emerald Grove in Act One, it is possible to add Karlach as a third beginning romance. The first two romances must be started before long resting and the night celebration begins, but can be done on the same "day", and even right after each other. If you want Shadowheart to be included in this trio of budding romances, you must start with her first. After the first two, when the night celebration starts, the PC may approach Karlach and agree to meet with her later in the evening; queued beginning romance scenes (and their progressions) with the other two origin companions will still proceed with subsequent long rests.

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

Romance options[edit | edit source]

Origin companions[edit | edit source]

Non-Origin Companions[edit | edit source]

Other Characters[edit | edit source]

Aside from the fully romanceable characters there are several options for one-night stands. They have no romance progression and are one time events.

Companion romance[edit | edit source]

Astarion[edit | edit source]

Gale[edit | edit source]

Halsin[edit | edit source]

Karlach[edit | edit source]

Lae'zel[edit | edit source]

Minthara[edit | edit source]

Shadowheart[edit | edit source]

Wyll[edit | edit source]

Non-companions[edit | edit source]

Haarlep[edit | edit source]

Main article: Haarlep's romance

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

Sorn and Nym Orlith[edit | edit source]

Main articles: Nym Orlith and Sorn Orlith

Nym and Sorn Orlith are twins and courtesans at Sharess' Caress, a brothel just outside Baldur's Gate. The player character 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 character has a romanced companion(s) in the party, the twins will offer to both sleep with the player character 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 at least ungrouped from the main character before initiating the scene. This scene is not animated, and takes place in the dark.

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

Mizora[edit | edit source]

Main article: Mizora's romance

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

Naoise[edit | edit source]

Main article: 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.

The Emperor[edit | edit source]

Main article: The Emperor's romance

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

Inter-character relationships[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

The following scenes are only available if the The Dark Urge is chosen as origin character.

  • It is possible to snap Minthara's neck after having sex with her in Act 1.
  • If not killing Isobel Thorm Isobel before dealing with Ketheric Thorm Ketheric Thorm, then Sceleritas Fel Sceleritas Fel will try to force the player character to kill their love interest. If not waking up the love interest, they will be dead in the morning.
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