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Baldur's Gate 3 Romance Guide: Full Details

by Eric Mar 27,2025

Baldur's Gate 3 offers a rich tapestry of romance options that enhance the game's immersive experience. Whether you're seeking a long-lasting relationship or a fleeting encounter, the game caters to a variety of preferences, adding depth and memorable moments to your journey. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the steps to engage with each romance option, ensuring you don't miss out on any potential connections.

All Romance Options in Baldur's Gate 3

### Romance in BG3 Explained:

Romance in Baldur's Gate 3 is inclusive, allowing every romanceable character to be pursued regardless of your character's gender. The game offers both short-term and long-term romantic engagements, each tailored to the unique personalities and storylines of the characters involved. While some characters are open to one-night stands, others require a more prolonged courtship. Be mindful that certain actions can lock you out of romance paths, especially if you're seen as too flirtatious with multiple characters. Most companions can be romanced, but you'll need multiple playthroughs to experience all the romantic storylines fully.

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 those interested in shorter romantic encounters, 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 stands out as a prominent romance option, often being the first companion you encounter. Her romance path is accessible from the early stages of the game, and maintaining a high approval rating is key to deepening your connection. Romancing Shadowheart adds a unique layer to her storyline, making it a rewarding experience.

How to Romance Shadowheart:

Keep Shadowheart in your party to foster your relationship.
Increase her approval by showing kindness, choosing non-violent paths, and respecting her privacy. Supporting her against Lae'zel early on can give a significant boost.
In Act I, watch for the dialogue option about missing a chance to connect. Alternatively, during the camp party after rescuing Halsin, engage with her when she suggests sharing a bottle. Choose to spend the evening with her, and during your walk, opt for dialogue that shows interest, culminating in a kiss.
In Act II, your choices between Selune and Shar won't hinder your romance. Support her new look if she chooses Selune, or be patient for a nighttime event if she follows Shar.
In Act III, complete her quest regardless of her deity choice, leading to a final romantic scene involving a swim.

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 best to remain exclusive to avoid complications.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, the wizard from Waterdeep, is a key character whose romance can significantly impact the game's narrative. His storyline intertwines with the main plot, making him a compelling choice for romance.

How to Romance Gale:

Rescue Gale from the portal northeast of the crash site.
Comply with his requests to consume magical items throughout Act I.
Engage in his magic lesson in Act I, choosing romantic dialogue options.
Be supportive during the Elminster cutscene before transitioning to Act II.
In Act III, ensure Gale survives and read "The Annals of Karsus" in Sorcerous Sundries. Speak to him before resting, selecting romantic options to trigger a special scene.

Gale Romance Special Notes:

Gale prefers exclusivity and will not tolerate you romancing other characters.

How to Romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3

Astarion's charm and wit make him a popular choice for romance. His open-minded nature and intriguing backstory add depth to your interactions.

How to Romance Astarion:

Boost your approval by choosing self-serving options and adding him to your party early.
Allow Astarion to drink your blood to strengthen your bond.
During the party, engage in conversations that align with his views, leading to a romantic encounter. Let him bite you to increase approval.
Show interest in his scars and their Infernal writing.
In Act II, accept Raphael's deal for more information on his scars, leading to a nighttime visit. Choose dialogue affirming your feelings.
In Act III, complete Astarion's quest, deciding whether to let him complete the ritual. Supportive dialogue will lead to a special scene.

Astarion Romance Special Notes:

Astarion is more open to you having other romantic encounters without significant repercussions.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach's romance path is one of the most challenging yet rewarding in the game. Her storyline is deeply emotional, and romancing her enhances the experience.

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 and bring it to Dammon at the Emerald Grove. After he helps her, express your disappointment about not being able to touch her yet.
During the party, express your feelings to her, leading to a later encounter where you attempt to kiss her after cooling her off with water.
In Act II, continue to collect Infernal Iron for Dammon at the Last Light Inn to further cool her down.
In Act III, go on a date with Karlach to deepen your bond.

Karlach Romance Special Notes:

Karlach is sensitive to infidelity and may react strongly if you pursue others. However, it's possible to reconcile if you handle the situation carefully.
Once her heart is fixed, you can commit to a long-term relationship with unique dialogue options.

How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

Wyll's romance enhances his complex narrative, adding layers to his character development.

How to Romance Wyll:

Increase Wyll's approval by acting heroically, helping others, and supporting him in his quests, including his relationship with Mizora and his father.
Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings at the Emerald Grove, leading to a romantic encounter during the party.
In Act II, follow romantic prompts during a special encounter where Wyll dances.
In Act III, complete his quests to save his father and confront the dragon Ansur, leading to a final romantic scene.

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

Lae'zel's interest in the player can lead to either a one-night stand or a longer-term relationship, depending on your choices.

How to Romance Lae'zel:

Raise her approval by acting decisively and showing strength.
In camp, mention her changed demeanor towards you, which can lead to a one-night stand.
Maintain her approval for a nighttime visit in Act II, where a duel can lead to a deeper connection.
In Act III, your relationship's outcome depends on whether she sides with Vlaakith or Orpheus.

Lae'zel Romance Special Notes:

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

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin's romance is popular among fans, and his storyline intertwines with the game's environmental themes.

How to Romance Halsin:

Ensure you complete all of Halsin's quests before the end of Act II, lifting the Shadow Curse.
Rescue Halsin from the Goblin Camp to make him a potential companion.
In Act II, after helping him find Thaniel, keep him in your party and engage in dialogue that reflects kindness, nature reverence, and fairness.
Check his dialogue daily, focusing on topics about former lovers.
Once his approval is high enough, he will visit you at night. Be honest about any other relationships, as Shadowheart and Astarion are more accepting than Karlach and Gale.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance is unique, often requiring an evil playthrough, which significantly alters your game experience.

How to Romance Minthara:

Side with Minthara instead of attacking the Goblin Camp, betraying the Emerald Grove.
After defeating the grove, express honor in fighting beside her, embrace the change, and open your mind.
At the goblin party, declare yourself hers, leading to a nighttime encounter. Pass the persuasion check to avoid her attacking you.

Minthara Romance Special Notes:

Choosing this path will drastically change your game, alienating other party members due to the destruction of the Emerald Grove.

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 in Act II.
In Act III, speak to her at Wyrm's Rock Fortress before Gortash's coronation about Duke Ravengard.
Rest until she visits your camp, then engage in the suggestive dialogue leading to a one-off romance scene.

How to Romance the Guardian:

Choose to protect the Guardian/Emperor between Acts II and III.
Evolve into a Half-Ilithid to boost approval.
Visit the Emperor's old hideout to learn about their past lover.
During subsequent visits, choose to hold their hand and respond positively to advances, triggering the romance scene.

How to Romance the Drow Twins:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing during Act III.
Speak to Mamzell Amira and either complete a quest or pay directly for access to the twins.
Proceed to the designated chambers to initiate the scene, avoiding asking Gale or Karlach to join 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.
Engage with Haarlep, who offers a romantic encounter. Be aware of potential consequences if you're in a relationship, especially with Karlach.

How to Romance Naoise Nallinto:

Visit Sharess' Caress and find the locked door marked by a green lantern and ivy.
Either pick the lock or obtain the key from Mamzell.
Enter the chamber, defeat the Mindflayer, and engage with Naoise, following the cues to initiate a brief romantic scene and gain the Rapture buff.

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