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• How to Romance Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3

• How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

• How to Romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3

• How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

• How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

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

• How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

• How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

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

Baldur's Gate 3 offers a diverse range of romance options, adding depth and memorable experiences to your playthrough. These relationships, whether long-term commitments or fleeting encounters, cater to various preferences. This guide provides a walkthrough for each romance, highlighting key choices to avoid relationship lockouts.

All Romance Options in Baldur's Gate 3

### Understanding BG3 Romance:

Crucially, romance options are available regardless of your character's gender. The game features two types of romances: long-term relationships developed throughout the campaign, and shorter, more casual encounters. The path to romance varies greatly depending on the character. Some offer quick encounters, while others require a more sustained courtship. Important to note: choosing certain romance paths can lock you out of others. Timely actions and careful choices are essential. Most companion NPCs are romancable, and initiating a romance significantly alters your interactions with them, making it impossible to experience every romance in a single playthrough. Detailed guides for each romance are linked below.

All Romance Options:

These companion characters can be romanced:

• Shadowheart
• Gale
• Astarion
• Karlach
• Wyll
• Lae'zel
• Halsin
• Minthara

These non-companion characters offer short-term romances:

• Mizora
• Guardian/Emperor
• Drow Twins
• Haarlep
• Naoise Nallinto

How to Romance Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3

Shadowheart, often met early in the game, is a prominent romance option. Her romance adds an interesting layer to her storyline. Both long-term and short-term relationships are possible, with opportunities in each act. Starting in Act I allows for a sustained relationship.

Romancing Shadowheart:

• Keep Shadowheart in your party (though not strictly required).
• Increase her approval rating early on. She appreciates kindness, non-violence, and respect for her privacy. Supporting her against Lae'zel provides a significant boost.
• At a high approval level in Act I, look for the "...missed a chance to connect" dialogue. Alternatively, wait for the camp party after rescuing Halsin. A dialogue option will appear. Choose Shadowheart for the evening and select positive dialogue options during the ensuing events.
• In Act II, your choice to side with Selune or Shar doesn't necessarily end the romance. Support her new look if you choose Selune; a nighttime event will occur if you choose Shar (may take several nights).
• In Act III, complete Shadowheart's quest. A final nighttime event leads to a conclusive scene.

Shadowheart Romance Notes:

• Shadowheart may end the relationship if you pursue other romantic interests, but the rules aren't always clear-cut. If playing in Honor Mode, stick with her. Otherwise, save before considering other romances.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, a wizard from Waterdeep, is receptive to a relationship. His romance adds intrigue to his role in the main plot.

Romancing Gale:

• Rescue him from the portal.
• Comply with his requests to consume magical items (up to three times in Act I).
• Accept his invitation for a magic lesson in Act I; choose romantic dialogue options. Avoid being unkind.
• Support him during the Act I/II transition cutscene with Elminster.
• In Act III, keep him alive and read "The Annals of Karsus" in Sorcerous Sundries. Speak with him before resting, and choose romantic dialogue options.

Gale Romance Notes:

• Gale isn't interested in open relationships.

How to Romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3

Astarion's witty personality makes him a popular romance choice. He's also one of the more open-minded romance partners.

Romancing Astarion:

• Increase his approval rating by keeping him in your party and choosing self-serving options. He appreciates sarcasm and doesn't approve of selfless acts.
• Letting him drink your blood boosts your relationship.
• During the party, choose romantic dialogue options to unlock a major romance scene. Let him bite you.
• Show interest in his scars in a later interaction.
• In Act II, take Raphael's deal to learn about his scars.
• In Act III, complete his quest for final romantic scenes.

Astarion Romance Notes:

• Astarion is the most open-minded long-term partner. He's less likely to be upset by other romantic encounters.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach is a popular but tricky romance. She's sensitive about you seeing others once in a long-term relationship.

Romancing Karlach:

• Take her side against the fake Paladins. Keep her in your party. She approves of kindness, understanding, and open-mindedness but supports violence when necessary.
• Obtain Infernal Iron and have Dammon help her in Act I. Express your desire to touch her.
• During the party, express your feelings. Find a way to kiss her.
• In Act II, use Infernal Iron to repair her engine at the Last Light Inn.
• In Act III, take her on a date.

Karlach Romance Notes:

• She'll be angry if you romance others. You might be able to redeem yourself, depending on the situation. Avoid sarcasm or meanness.

How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

Wyll's conflicted nature makes his romance unique.

Romancing Wyll:

• Increase his approval rating by acting heroically and helping others. Support him in his quests.
• Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings. Spend the night with him at the party.
• In Act II, a special encounter will occur after a long rest.
• In Act III, help him save his father and complete his quest with Ansur.

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

Lae'zel shows early interest. You can have a one-night stand or a long-term relationship.

Romancing Lae'zel:

• Increase her approval rating by acting decisively and aggressively. She approves of warriors who act quickly and don't hesitate to fight.
• Once her approval is high, mention her changed behavior. This can lead to a one-night stand.
• Maintain her approval for a nighttime encounter in Act II. A duel will occur; winning or losing doesn't affect the romance.
• In Act III, her actions depend on whether she sides with Vlaakith or Orpheus.

Lae'zel Romance Notes:

• She's not open to multiple partners.

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin is a popular romance option.

Romancing Halsin:

• Rescue him from the Goblin Camp. He joins your party in Act II after completing his quests.
• Keep him in your party and act kindly and fairly. He appreciates reverence for nature.
• Exhaust his dialogue options daily.
• Once his approval is high enough, he'll visit you at night.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance involves siding with the goblins.

Romancing Minthara:

• Avoid combat in the Goblin Camp and side with Minthara. Betray your party and the Emerald Grove.
• Tell her it was an honor to fight beside her, then embrace the change and open your mind.
• She'll visit your camp. Tell her you are hers.

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

These sections detail how to romance Mizora, the Guardian/Emperor, the Drow Twins, Haarlep, and Naoise Nallinto, with specific instructions and considerations for each. (Detailed instructions for each one-off romance are omitted for brevity, but the original text provides this information.)