Astarion

Vampire Spawn
Astarion Ancunín
Stats
Level 1
STR 8 (-1) DEX 17 (+3) CON 14 (+2) INT 13 (+1) WIS 13 (+1) CHA 10
Race	High Elf
Type	Humanoid
HP	10
AC	11
Movement Speed	9m / 30ft
Size	Medium
Weight	75kg / 150lbs
Proficiency Bonus	+2
Initiative	+2
Passive features
Darkvision  Fey Ancestry
Character information
Class	Rogue
Background	Charlatan
Location	Wilderness
Enemies	Cazador
Additional information
Voice actor	Neil Newbon
Models

Astarion is an Origin character and companion in Baldur's Gate 3. He is an Elf Rogue with the Charlatan background.

Origin characters can be played as the main character, otherwise, they can be recruited as a companion early on.

Can be spoken to with Speak with Dead.

“	And to think I was ready to decorate the ground with your innards. Apologies.	„
	— Astarion, apologizing after a misunderstanding

Gameplay

As a Rogue, Astarion excels at Stealth, Sleight of Hand, and deadly Sneak Attacks. At Level 3, Astarion can become a Thief, Assassin, or Arcane Trickster. As a Thief, he gains an additional Bonus Action, granting him more martial versatility in battle. As an Arcane Trickster, he gains the ability to cast a limited number of Wizard Spells.

Astarion's Background is Charlatan.

Proficiencies

Equipment

• Simple weapons,  Hand Crossbows,  Longswords,  Rapiers,  Shortswords
• Light armour

Saving throws

• Dexterity
• Intelligence

Skills

• Acrobatics
• Deception
• Perception
• Performance
• Persuasion
• Sleight of Hand (x2)
• Stealth (x2)

Spells known

Cantrips known

• Fire Bolt (from High Elf)

Special abilities

•  Vampire Bite

Spoiler warning! This section reveals story details relating to Astarion's personal quest

•  Ascendant Bite (if Astarion becomes an Vampire Ascendant)
•  Misty Escape (if Astarion becomes a Vampire Ascendant)

Recruitment

Astarion can be recruited in Act One.

• Astarion can be found standing on a road west of the crashed Nautiloid in the Wilderness. When found, a scene will play where he is looking for help in defeating an Intellect Devourer. Afterwards, he can be asked to join the party.

Background

Astarion prowled the night as a vampire spawn for centuries, serving a sadistic master until he was snatched away. Now he can walk in the light and has the chance at a new life, but how long can he keep his past buried?

Personal Quest

Astarion's Companion Quest is: The Pale Elf

Personality

Astarion has a sadistic personality and often approves of evil, cruel or egotistic actions, though he seems to accept certain pragmatic ones. He values hedonism. He is disdainful, but not hostile, towards those he considers weak and unworthy of his attention.

Interactions

Approval & Disapproval

Astarion likes displays of power and cruelty, and appreciates snarkiness and mocking. He is inspired when the player gains access to areas/information by deceiving others. The player does not have to be "evil" to gain his approval, however — he approves when the player makes choices that support independence and autonomy, and when the player helps certain characters in need.

Astarion dislikes displays of weakness and does not like acts of kindness or charity that offer no reward. He disapproves when the player tries to reign him in or restrict him in some way.

Main Article: Astarion/Approval

Romance

See Astarion/Romance

Astarion can be romanced.

Achievements

Just a Nibble
Let Astarion bite you - ouch.

Trivia

• Astarion is voiced by Neil Newbon.
• The inscription on Astarion's gravestone reads "Astarion Ancunín: 229 - 268 DR 468 DR -", as per the games devnotes.
• Astarion was 39 years old when Cazador turned him.

Gallery

• 

  Astarion's appearance pre-release.

• 

  Astarion during Early Access.

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  Early Access Model

External links

• Astarion on the Forgotten Realms Wiki
• Astarion's free D&D Character sheet pdf on D&D Beyond