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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 array of romance options, adding depth and memorable experiences to your playthrough. These relationships range from long-term commitments spanning the entire campaign to fleeting encounters. This guide provides a walkthrough for each romance option, helping you navigate the complexities of courtship and avoid relationship roadblocks.

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, one-off encounters. The path to romance varies significantly depending on the character. Some relationships require extensive courtship, while others offer more immediate intimacy.

Furthermore, choosing certain romance paths can lock you out of others. Timing is crucial; some relationships require completing specific tasks within certain timeframes. Simultaneously pursuing multiple romantic interests may also have consequences.

Most companion NPCs are romancable, and entering a relationship significantly alters your interactions with them. A single playthrough won't allow you to experience every romance option. Detailed guides for each romance are linked below.

All Romance Options:

The following companions are romancable in Baldur's Gate 3:

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

These non-companion characters offer short-term romance options:

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

How to Romance Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3

Shadowheart, often encountered early in the game, presents a prominent romance path. Building her approval rating through kindness and respect opens opportunities for a long-term or short-term relationship. Her romance adds an interesting dimension to her story arc.

How to Romance Shadowheart:

• Keep Shadowheart in your party (recommended).
• Increase her approval by showing kindness, avoiding violence, and respecting her privacy. Supporting her against Lae'zel provides a significant early boost.
• When approval is high (Act I), look for dialogue options indicating a missed connection. Alternatively, wait for the camp party after rescuing Halsin. A dialogue option should appear. Choose to share a drink, then choose Shadowheart as your companion for the evening. During the ensuing scene, choose romantic dialogue options.
• In Act II, your choices regarding Selune or Shar don't necessarily derail the romance. Support her new look (Selune route) or engage in nighttime events (Shar route).
• In Act III, complete Shadowheart's quest. This unlocks a final romantic scene.

Shadowheart Romance Special Notes:

• Under certain circumstances, romancing other characters may end your relationship with Shadowheart. The exact conditions are unclear; to avoid this, prioritize her in Honor Mode.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, a wizard from Waterdeep, is receptive to a relationship. His romance intertwines significantly with the game's plot.

How to Romance Gale:

• Rescue Gale from the portal.
• Comply with his requests to consume magical items (up to three times in Act I).
• Participate in his magic lesson in Act I, choosing romantic dialogue options.
• In Act I, support Gale during the cutscene with Elminster.
• In Act III, keep Gale alive, read "The Annals of Karsus," and speak with him before a long rest. Choose specific romantic dialogue options to trigger the final scene.

Gale Romance Special Notes:

• Gale is not open to polyamorous relationships.

How to Romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3

Astarion, with his wit and attitude, is a popular romance choice. He's notably more open-minded than some other romance options.

How to Romance Astarion:

• Increase his approval by keeping him in your party and choosing self-serving options.
• Letting Astarion drink your blood significantly boosts your relationship.
• During the party, choose specific dialogue options to trigger the first romantic scene. Allow him to bite you.
• Show interest in his scars in a subsequent scene.
• In Act II, accept Raphael's deal to learn about Astarion's past.
• In Act III, complete Astarion's quest.

Astarion Romance Special Notes:

• Astarion is the most open-minded regarding relationships with other characters.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach is a fan favorite, but her romance path is complex. She's highly sensitive to infidelity.

How to Romance Karlach:

• Support Karlach against the fake Paladins of Tyr.
• Collect Infernal Iron and have Dammon repair her infernal engine.
• During the camp party, express your feelings and initiate the romance.
• In Act II, use Infernal Iron to further repair her engine.
• In Act III, take her on a date.

Karlach Romance Special Notes:

• Infidelity will anger Karlach. However, reconciliation is possible with sincere apologies.

How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

Wyll's romance enhances his storyline.

How to Romance Wyll:

• Increase Wyll's approval by acting heroically and helping others.
• Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings.
• Choose romantic dialogue options during the camp party.
• In Act II, engage in a romantic encounter after a long rest.
• In Act III, help Wyll save his father and complete his quest with Ansur.

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

Lae'zel shows early interest in the player. You can pursue a short or long-term relationship.

How to Romance Lae'zel:

• Increase her approval through decisive actions and combat prowess.
• Initiate a romantic encounter in camp by mentioning her changed behavior.
• In Act II, engage in a duel and subsequent romantic encounter.
• In Act III, the outcome depends on Lae'zel's alliance (Vlaakith or Orpheus).

Lae'zel Romance Special Notes:

• Infidelity will end the relationship permanently.

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin is a popular romance option.

How to Romance Halsin:

• Rescue him from the Goblin Camp.
• Complete his quests in Act II.
• Keep him in your party and show kindness and respect for nature.
• Exhaust all dialogue options to increase his approval.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance involves siding with the goblins.

How to Romance Minthara:

• Avoid combat and side with Minthara at the Goblin Camp.
• Defeat the Emerald Grove and express your allegiance to Minthara.

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

This section details how to pursue the shorter romance options with Mizora, the Guardian/Emperor, the Drow Twins, Haarlep, and Naoise Nallinto. Each encounter is unique and has specific requirements. (Detailed instructions for each are omitted for brevity but implied in the original text)