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"Baldur's Gate 3: Full Romance Guide"

Author : Connor Update : May 08,2025

Baldur's Gate 3 offers a diverse array of romance options, adding depth and memorable experiences to the game. Whether you're seeking a long-term relationship or a fleeting encounter, the game caters to various preferences. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough for each romance option in Baldur's Gate 3, 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 and available to all players regardless of their character's sex. The game features two main types of romantic engagements: short-term and long-term relationships. The nature of these relationships varies depending on the character you choose to romance and your desired outcomes. Some characters offer 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 with some characters are crucial. Most companions can be romanced, but entering into a relationship with one can alter your experience with them significantly, making it impossible to explore every romance in a single playthrough. Detailed insights into each relationship are provided in the following sections.

All Romance Options:

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

Shadowheart
Gale
Astarion
Karlach
Wyll
Lae'zel
Halsin
Minthara

Non-companion characters available for short-term romance include:

Mizora
Guardian/Emperor
Drow Twins
Haarlep
Naoise Nallinto

How to Romance Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3

Shadowheart is often the first companion you meet after the crash, making her a prominent romance option from the start. Romancing her can enhance her storyline, given her integral role in the plot.

Shadowheart can be romanced for both short and long-term relationships across all acts. To begin:

Keep her in your party to boost her approval through acts of kindness, non-violence, and respecting her privacy. Supporting her against Lae'zel early on can significantly increase her approval.
In Act I, look for the "...missed a chance to connect" dialogue or the party after rescuing Halsin. If interested, accept her invitation to share a bottle and choose to spend the evening with her. During the subsequent walk, avoid dialogue options indicating disinterest, aiming for a kiss to further the romance.
In Act II, you can continue the romance whether siding with Selune or Shar. Support her new look if choosing Selune, or be patient for a nighttime event if choosing Shar.
In Act III, complete her quest to unlock a final romantic scene involving a swim. Choose the more affectionate dialogue options to progress to a special scene.

Shadowheart Romance Special Notes:

Shadowheart may end the relationship if you pursue other romantic interests, though this isn't always the case. In Honor Mode, it's advisable to remain exclusive to her.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, the wizard from Waterdeep, is open to a relationship and plays a significant role in the game's plot. To romance him:

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.
Accept his invitation to a magic lesson in Act I, choosing romantic dialogue options and avoiding any that might close off future opportunities.
Support Gale during the Elminster cutscene before transitioning to Act II, showing care and support for his situation.
In Act III, ensure he remains alive and read "The Annals of Karsus" in Sorcerous Sundries. After reading, speak to Gale before resting, 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 does not tolerate open relationships 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 is also very open-minded, allowing for a more flexible romantic dynamic. To romance him:

Increase his approval by joining your party early and choosing self-serving and sarcastic options. He disapproves of altruism.
Allow Astarion to drink your blood to boost your relationship further.
At the party, engage in conversations with him, selecting dialogue options that align with his views to unlock the first romance scene. Let him bite you during this scene to increase approval.
Show interest in his scars after the first romance scene and ask about their Infernal origins.
In Act II, take Raphael's deal to learn more about his scars. When Astarion visits at night, affirm your feelings and support him.
In Act III, complete his quest, deciding whether to let him complete the ritual. Support him in either case to achieve the final romantic scenes, potentially becoming a vampire yourself.

Astarion Romance Special Notes:

Astarion is open to you having other romantic encounters without getting truly angry.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach's romance can be challenging to initiate but rewarding due to her compelling storyline. She is highly sensitive about exclusivity once in a long-term relationship. To romance her:

Support her against the fake Paladins of Tyr upon first meeting. Add her to your party early and act with kindness, understanding, and justified violence.
Collect Infernal Iron as soon as possible and bring it to Dammon at the Emerald Grove. After he helps with her heart, express your disappointment about not being able to touch her, and affirm your interest.
At the party, express your feelings and later suggest cooling her off with water to attempt a kiss. She'll be open to this idea and allow for other romantic interests until her heart is fully fixed.
In Act II, find Dammon at the Last Light Inn and continue using Infernal Iron to help her.
In Act III, take her on a date to progress the romance further.

Karlach Romance Special Notes:

Karlach becomes very angry if you sleep with other characters. Apologize sincerely if this happens, and she may take you back after her heart is fixed, leading to a long-term relationship with unique dialogue.

How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

Wyll's romance enhances his narrative, making it a compelling choice for players. To romance him:

Build his approval by acting heroically, helping others, and supporting him in his quests, especially with Mizora and his father. Rescuing Halsin and the Tieflings at the Emerald Grove is crucial.
If your approval is high enough, spend the night with him during the party in Act I.
In Act II, enjoy a special romantic encounter where you find Wyll dancing after a long rest. Choose romantic dialogue options to progress.
In Act III, help him save his father and complete his task with the dragon Ansur to unlock the final romantic scene.

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

Lae'zel shows early interest in the player, offering both one-night stands and long-term relationships. To romance her:

Raise her approval by acting decisively and aggressively, favoring action over persuasion or deception, though she appreciates intimidation.
Once her approval is high, mention her different looks towards you in camp to initiate a one-night stand.
In Act II, accept her challenge for a duel. Winning or losing will still advance your relationship.
In Act III, the outcome depends on her allegiance with Vlaakith or Orpheus. Siding with Orpheus allows for a visible couple ending.

Lae'zel Romance Special Notes:

Lae'zel does not tolerate infidelity after the duel and will end the relationship if you cheat.

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin's romance is popular among players, especially due to his nature-centric character. To romance him:

Ensure you fully lift the Shadow Curse before concluding Act II to avoid being locked out of romance options.
Rescue Halsin from the Goblin Camp to make him available as a companion in Act II after locating Thaniel.
Keep him in your party, acting with kindness, reverence for nature, and promoting fairness to increase his approval.
Exhaust his dialogue options daily, focusing on his past relationships.
Once his approval is high enough, he'll visit you at night. Confirm if you are in other relationships; Shadowheart and Astarion will be okay with it, while Karlach and Gale will not.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance is unique as she's typically an enemy, fitting for evil or Durge playthroughs. To romance her:

Instead of attacking the Goblin Camp, side with Minthara by betraying the Emerald Grove.
After defeating the grove, express honor in fighting beside her, 'Embrace the change,' and open your mind, leading to her visiting your camp.
During the subsequent goblin party, affirm your allegiance to her. If you pass the persuasion check when she joins you in bed, the romance proceeds; otherwise, she attacks.

Since the game's release, players have reported an alternative path where you can knock Minthara out at the Goblin Camp and rescue her in Act II at Moonrise Towers, potentially allowing her to join your party. This method is untested and will be updated once verified.

Minthara Romance Special Notes:

Choosing the evil path significantly alters the game's narrative, leading to conflicts with your party members.

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 her at Wyrm's Rock Fortress before Gortash's coronation. Discuss Duke Ravengard, and she'll visit your camp.
Rest until you see an exclamation mark over her head. When she mentions something from "beyond these planes," respond with "Sounds delicious, what are you suggesting?" and "Smile." She'll visit you at night for a one-time romantic scene.

How to Romance the Guardian:

Between Act II and III, choose to protect the Guardian/Emperor.
Evolving into a Half-Ilithid can help ensure high approval.
Visit the Emperor's old hideout to learn about his past lover.
When the Emperor visits after this discovery, choose to hold their hand.
On their next visit, respond positively to their advances to trigger the romance scene.

How to Romance the Drow Twins:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing during Act III.
Speak to Mamzell Amira near the bar. You can either complete a quest for her or pay directly for access to the twins.
Proceed to the designated chambers to initiate the scene. Avoid involving Gale or Karlach if you're in a relationship with them.

How to Romance Haarlep in the House of Hope:

Reach the House of Hope and enter the Boudoir through the 'Mystic Force Curtain.'
Encounter Haarlep, who offers a romantic encounter. Be cautious if in a relationship, especially with Karlach, as there can be consequences.

How to Romance Naoise Nallinto:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing.
Find the locked door at the top of the stairs near the outdoor walkway, marked by a green lantern and ivy. Pick the lock or get the key from Mamzell.
Enter to find Naoise and Jara. After defeating the Mindflayer that Jara becomes, speak to Naoise and follow her cues for a brief romantic encounter, gaining the Rapture buff until your next long rest.