Bladur\'s Gate 3: Complete Romance Guide

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Baldur's Gate 3 offers a rich tapestry of romance options, enhancing the game's immersive experience. Whether you're seeking a deep, long-term connection or a fleeting encounter, the game caters to a variety of romantic preferences. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough for each romance option, ensuring you don't miss out on any potential relationships.

All Romance Options in Baldur's Gate 3

### Romance in BG3 Explained:

In Baldur's Gate 3, romance is inclusive, allowing every character to be romanced regardless of their sex or your character's traits. The game offers two main types of romantic engagements: short-term and long-term relationships. The nature of these relationships varies significantly depending on the character and your goals. Some characters are open to one-night stands, while others require a more prolonged courtship.

Be aware that certain actions can lock you out of multiple romance paths. Timely completion of specific tasks and maintaining exclusivity can be crucial. Most companion NPCs can be romanced, but entering a relationship with one will alter your interactions with them, meaning you can't experience all romance options in a single playthrough. Detailed guides for each relationship are linked below.

All Romance Options:

The following companion characters can be romanced in Baldur's Gate 3:

Shadowheart
Gale
Astarion
Karlach
Wyll
Lae'zel
Halsin
Minthara

For short-term romance, the following non-companion characters are available:

Mizora
Guardian/Emperor
Drow Twins
Haarlep
Naoise Nallinto

How to Romance Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3

Shadowheart is often the first companion you'll encounter, making her a prominent romance option. Her interest can be sparked early by increasing her approval rating through acts of kindness, non-violence, and respecting her privacy. Supporting her against Lae'zel can significantly boost her approval.

How to Romance Shadowheart:

Keep Shadowheart in your party to build a stronger connection.
Boost her approval by being kind, non-violent, and respecting her privacy. Support her against Lae'zel for a significant early boost.
In Act I, look for the "...missed a chance to connect" dialogue or wait for the party after rescuing Halsin. If you've shown interest, you'll see an exclamation mark over her head. Share a bottle with her, choose to spend the evening with her, and during your walk, avoid dialogue options that show disinterest. Aim for a kiss to progress the romance.
In Act II, you can continue the romance regardless of whether you side with Selune or Shar. Support her new look if you choose Selune, or wait for a nighttime event if you choose Shar.
In Act III, complete her quest and engage in a final nighttime event involving a swim. Choose the nicer dialogue options to reach a special scene.

Shadowheart Romance Special Notes:

Shadowheart may end the relationship if you pursue other romances, though this isn't always the case. In Honor Mode, it's best to remain exclusive to her. Save before exploring other romantic options.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, the wizard from Waterdeep, is open to romance and plays a significant role in the game's plot. His romance path involves supporting his magical endeavors and being empathetic to his struggles.

How to Romance Gale:

Rescue Gale from the portal northeast of the crash site.
Comply with his requests to consume magical items, which can occur up to three times in Act I.
Join him for a magic lesson in Act I, choosing dialogue options that lead to a romantic outcome. Avoid being mean to keep future options open.
Before transitioning to Act II, support Gale during the Elminster cutscene, showing care for his well-being.
In Act III, keep Gale alive and read "The Annals of Karsus" in Sorcerous Sundries. Speak to Gale before taking a long rest, choosing "Close your eyes," "Kiss Him," and "You're already everything I need you to be" to unlock a romantic scene.

Gale Romance Special Notes:

Gale is not open to an open relationship and will be unhappy if you romance other characters.

How to Romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3

Astarion's charm and wit make him a popular choice for romance. He appreciates self-serving actions and sarcasm, making him a unique partner.

How to Romance Astarion:

Increase his approval by adding him to your party early and choosing self-serving options. He appreciates sarcasm and generally disapproves of helping others.
Allow Astarion to drink your blood to boost your relationship.
During the party, speak with Astarion and choose dialogue options like "...saving lives is awful?", "...goblins would have thrown a wilder party", "...what's your idea of a little fun?", and "...let's do it. I'll see you later" to unlock the first major romance scene. Let him bite you to further increase approval.
After the first scene, show interest in the scars on his back and ask about their Infernal writing.
In Act II, take Raphael's deal to learn more about Astarion's scars. When he visits at night, choose "...about your undying love for me?", "So do I. More than anything.", "I care about you. Deeply.", and "You mean a great deal to me. No matter what you are going through."
In Act III, complete Astarion's quest. You can choose to let him complete the ritual or not, but support him either way to unlock the final romantic scenes. Completing the ritual can turn you into a vampire.

Astarion Romance Special Notes:

Astarion is the most open-minded long-term partner and won't get truly angry if you have romantic encounters with others.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach's romance is challenging but rewarding, with a storyline that deepens when pursued romantically. She values kindness and understanding but also supports violence when it helps others.

How to Romance Karlach:

Support Karlach against the fake Paladins of Tyr and add her to your party early to build approval.
Collect Infernal Iron quickly and bring it to Dammon at the Emerald Grove. After he helps Karlach, express disappointment about not being able to touch her, and affirm your desire to do so.
During the party, express your feelings to Karlach. Later, tell her you want to find a way to kiss her. The next morning, throw water on her to cool her off temporarily and attempt a kiss.
In Act II, find Dammon at the Last Light Inn and use all available Infernal Iron to further tune her up.
In Act III, take Karlach on a date to progress the romance.

Karlach Romance Special Notes:

Karlach is very sensitive about infidelity. If she gets angry, avoid sarcasm and be sincere to potentially reconcile.
After fixing her heart, you can enter a long-term relationship with unique dialogue options.

How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

Wyll's romance enhances his storyline, focusing on his heroic nature and struggles with Mizora and his father.

How to Romance Wyll:

Build approval by acting heroically, helping others, and supporting him in his quests. Show empathy towards his struggles with Mizora and his father.
Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings at the Emerald Grove. If your approval is high, Wyll will be available for a romantic night during the party.
In Act II, after a Long Rest, you'll encounter Wyll dancing. Follow the romantic dialogue prompts to progress the romance.
In Act III, help Wyll save his father and complete his task with the dragon Ansur to unlock the final romantic encounter.

How to Romance Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3

Lae'zel's romance can be either a one-night stand or a long-term relationship, depending on your actions and her approval.

How to Romance Lae'zel:

Increase her approval by acting decisively and aggressively. She values action over persuasion or deception but approves of intimidation.
Once her approval is high, mention her different looks towards you in camp to initiate a one-night stand.
Maintain her approval into Act II, where she'll challenge you to a duel. Whether you win or lose, you'll progress the romance.
In Act III, the outcome depends on whether Lae'zel sides with Vlaakith or Orpheus. Siding with Orpheus can lead to a public relationship in the ending sequence.

Lae'zel Romance Special Notes:

Lae'zel is not open to multiple partners and will end the relationship if you cheat after the duel.

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin's romance is popular among fans, particularly due to his connection with nature and his compelling quests.

How to Romance Halsin:

Ensure you complete all of Halsin's quests before the end of Act II to avoid being locked out of romance options. Lift the Shadow Curse before concluding Act II.
Rescue Halsin from the Goblin Camp to make him available as a companion later.
In Act II, help him locate Thaniel to make him a companion.
Keep Halsin in your party and increase his approval by showing kindness, reverence for nature, and promoting fairness.
Exhaust all of Halsin's dialogue options daily, especially those about former lovers.
Once his approval is high enough, he'll visit you at night. He'll ask about other relationships; Shadowheart and Astarion will be okay with it, but Karlach and Gale will not.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance is unique, often associated with an evil playthrough, and involves betraying your party and the Emerald Grove.

How to Romance Minthara:

Avoid attacking the Goblin Camp and instead, meet Minthara without starting combat. Side with her to betray your party and the Emerald Grove.
After defeating the grove, tell Minthara it was an honor to fight beside her, 'Embrace the change,' and open your mind. She'll visit your camp.
At the goblin party, tell Minthara you are hers. Go to bed, and she'll join you. If you fail the persuasion check, she'll attack you at the end of the encounter.

Recent updates suggest you can knock Minthara out at the Goblin Camp and rescue her from Moonrise Towers in Act II, allowing her to join your party. We will update this guide once we have confirmed this information.

Minthara Romance Special Notes:

Choosing the evil route significantly alters the game's experience. Your party will be unhappy with the destruction of the Emerald Grove, so be prepared for the consequences.

All One-Off Romance Options in Baldur's Gate 3

### How to Romance Mizora:

Keep Wyll in your party and avoid siding with Minthara.
Rescue Mizora from the Mind Flayer Colony below Moonrise Towers in Act II.
In Act III, find Mizora in the audience chamber at Wyrm's Rock Fortress before Gortash's coronation. Discuss Duke Ravengard, and she'll mention visiting your camp.
Rest until you see an exclamation mark over her head. When she mentions something "beyond these planes," ask, "Sounds delicious, what are you suggesting?" Then simply, "Smile."
Mizora will visit you at night, triggering a one-off romance scene.

How to Romance the Guardian:

Between Act II and Act III, choose to protect the Guardian/Emperor.
Evolve into Half-Ilithid to boost approval (though not strictly necessary).
Visit the Emperor's old hideout to learn about his past lover.
When the Emperor visits after you discover his past, choose to hold their hand.
During their next visit, ask if they are flirting and react positively to their advances to trigger the romance scene.

How to Romance the Drow Twins:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing in Act III.
Speak to Mamzell Amira near the bar. Either complete a quest for her or pay directly to access the twins.
Follow her directions to the chambers to initiate the scene.
If in a relationship with Gale or Karlach, avoid inviting them to join.

How to Romance Haarlep in the House of Hope:

Reach the House of Hope, Raphael's home.
Cross the 'Mystic Force Curtain' to enter the Boudoir and meet Haarlep, an Incubus. They'll offer a romantic encounter, which can be humorous but may have consequences if you're in a relationship, especially with Karlach.

How to Romance Naoise Nallinto:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing.
Find the locked door at the top of the stairs leading to the second floor, marked by a green lantern and ivy-covered wall. Pick the lock or get the key from Mamzell.
Enter the chamber to find Naoise and Jara. After defeating the Mindflayer that Jara turns into, speak to Naoise. Follow the romantic cues to initiate a brief romantic scene, granting the Rapture buff until your next long rest.