Complete Guide to Romancing in Baldur's Gate 3

This guide details all romance options in Baldur's Gate 3, categorized for clarity. Remember, choices have consequences, and some romances are mutually exclusive.

I. Long-Term Romance Options:

These relationships can develop throughout the game, offering significant impact on the story and companion interactions.

A. Shadowheart:

• Initiation: Maintain a high approval rating by showing kindness, respecting her privacy, and supporting her beliefs. Early opportunities arise in Act I; a shared drink and subsequent conversation are key.
• Progression: Continue showing support throughout Acts II and III, making choices that align with her values. Key moments include supporting her in her faith choices and completing her personal quest.
• Exclusivity: Shadowheart is less tolerant of polyamory than other companions. Infidelity may end the relationship.

B. Gale:

• Initiation: Rescue him early, comply with his requests regarding magical items, and respond positively during his magic lesson in Act I.
• Progression: Support him during his struggles, particularly in Act I and during the events involving Elminster. A key interaction involves reading "The Annals of Karsus" in Act III.
• Exclusivity: Gale expects exclusivity; other romantic pursuits will likely damage or end the relationship.

C. Astarion:

• Initiation: Boost approval by choosing self-serving options, embracing his sarcasm, and allowing him to drink your blood. A pivotal moment occurs during the camp party in Act I.
• Progression: Show interest in his past and support him in his personal quest. Act II involves helping him understand his past traumas.
• Exclusivity: While relatively open-minded, Astarion's tolerance for other relationships is limited.

D. Karlach:

• Initiation: Side with her against the fake Paladins, collect Infernal Iron to help repair her infernal engine, and express your desire for intimacy.
• Progression: Continue supporting her, especially during the quest to repair her engine. A key moment involves a date in Act III.
• Exclusivity: Karlach is fiercely loyal but initially understanding. However, infidelity will likely cause significant conflict.

E. Wyll:

• Initiation: Raise his approval by acting heroically and supporting his struggles. A romantic opportunity arises during the camp party in Act I.
• Progression: Continue showing support throughout his questline, particularly concerning his father and Mizora.
• Exclusivity: Wyll's reaction to infidelity is not explicitly stated but is likely negative.

F. Lae'zel:

• Initiation: Raise her approval by acting decisively and aggressively. A romantic opportunity arises during conversations in camp.
• Progression: Maintain her approval and participate in a duel in Act II. Act III involves supporting her choices and completing her quest.
• Exclusivity: Lae'zel expects complete loyalty; infidelity will likely end the relationship permanently.

G. Halsin:

• Initiation: Rescue him, complete his questline, and maintain a high approval rating by showing kindness and respect for nature.
• Progression: Continue engaging in conversations and showing support throughout Acts II and III.
• Exclusivity: Halsin's reaction to infidelity is not explicitly stated but is likely negative.

H. Minthara:

• Initiation: Side with the goblins, betray the Emerald Grove, and express your allegiance to Minthara.
• Progression: Continue supporting her actions and choices.
• Exclusivity: This romance is highly divisive and likely incompatible with other relationships.

II. One-Off Romance Options:

These are short-term encounters that do not develop into long-term relationships.

• Mizora: A romance option available in Act III, requiring specific choices and interactions.
• Guardian/Emperor: A romance option available after making specific choices in Act II and III.
• Drow Twins: A romance option available in Act III at Sharess' Caress.
• Haarlep: A romance option available in Act III at Raphael's house.
• Naoise Nallinto: A romance option available in Act III at Sharess' Caress.

This guide provides a general overview. Specific dialogue choices and actions may vary, and player choices significantly impact the outcome of each romance. Save frequently to explore different possibilities.