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Baldur's Gate 3: Ultimate Romance Tips

Author: Christian May 15,2025

Baldur's Gate 3 offers a diverse array of romance options, enriching the game with some of its most memorable moments. Whether you're interested in a long-term relationship or a fleeting encounter, the game caters to all preferences. This guide provides a detailed walkthrough for each romance option, 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 options are available to players regardless of their character's sex, making every potential partner accessible. The game features two main types of romances: short-term and long-term relationships. The success of these romances often depends on the specific character and the player's goals. Some characters are open to one-night stands, while others require a more extended courtship.

Be aware that certain actions can lock you out of multiple romance options. Timely task completion is crucial for some characters, and being romantically involved with multiple characters can lead to rejection. Most companion NPCs can be romanced, but you can't experience all romance options in a single playthrough due to the unique nature of each relationship.

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 short-term romance, 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 is often the first companion players meet, making her a prominent romance option. Her interest can be sparked early by building her approval rating through acts of kindness, non-violence, and respecting her privacy.

How to Romance Shadowheart:

Keep Shadowheart in your party to increase your chances of building her approval.
Focus on boosting her approval by siding with her against Lae'zel and choosing compassionate actions.
In Act I, look for the "...missed a chance to connect" dialogue. At the party after rescuing Halsin, choose to share a bottle with her and spend the evening together. Opt for dialogue that shows interest, leading to a romantic walk and a kiss.
In Act II, you can continue the romance by siding with either Selune or Shar. Support her choices and wait for the nighttime events to unfold.
In Act III, complete her quest and engage in the final nighttime event, choosing the more affectionate dialogue options to deepen your relationship.

Shadowheart Romance Special Notes:

Shadowheart may end the relationship if you pursue other romances, though this isn't always the case. In Honor Mode, it's best to remain faithful to avoid complications.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, the wizard from Waterdeep, is open to a relationship with your character. His storyline is significant to the game's plot, making him an intriguing romantic choice.

How to Romance Gale:

Rescue Gale from the portal northeast of the crash site.
Comply with his requests to consume magical items, which will occur up to three times in Act I.
Join him for a magic lesson in Act I, choosing the romantic dialogue options.
Before transitioning to Act II, support Gale during the Elminster cutscene, showing care for his well-being.
In Act III, keep Gale alive and read "The Annals of Karsus" in Sorcerous Sundries. Speak with Gale before taking a long rest, choosing romantic options to unlock a special scene.

Gale Romance Special Notes:

Gale is not open to an 'open relationship' and will be upset if you pursue other romances.

How to Romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3

Astarion's charm and wit make him a popular choice for romance. He's open-minded, which can be beneficial for those interested in exploring multiple relationships.

How to Romance Astarion:

Build approval by choosing self-serving options and adding him to your party early.
Allow Astarion to drink your blood to boost your relationship.
At the party, engage with Astarion using sarcastic and self-serving dialogue to unlock the first major romance scene. Let him bite you during the scene to further increase approval.
Show interest in his scars and ask about their Infernal origins.
In Act II, take Raphael's deal to learn more about Astarion's scars. Choose supportive dialogue options when he visits you at night.
In Act III, complete Astarion's quest, deciding whether to let him complete the ritual or not. Supportive dialogue will lead to a special scene, with the possibility of becoming a vampire yourself.

Astarion Romance Special Notes:

Astarion is the most open-minded long-term partner, not getting truly angry if you have romantic encounters with others.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach's romance is one of the trickiest to initiate but offers a rewarding storyline. She's sensitive about fidelity once in a long-term relationship.

How to Romance Karlach:

Support Karlach against the fake Paladins of Tyr and add her to your party early.
Collect Infernal Iron to help Dammon cool her engine in Act I. After Dammon's work, express your disappointment about not being able to touch her, and affirm your interest.
At the party, express your feelings to Karlach, leading to a later encounter where you suggest cooling her off with water to share a kiss.
In Act II, continue to help Dammon with every piece of Infernal Iron you find.
In Act III, take Karlach on a date to further your relationship.

Karlach Romance Special Notes:

Karlach will get angry if you sleep with other characters. Apologize sincerely to redeem yourself.
Once her heart is fixed, you can enter a long-term relationship with unique dialogue options.

How to Romance Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3

Wyll's romance enhances his complex storyline, making it a compelling choice for players.

How to Romance Wyll:

Build approval by acting heroically, helping others, and supporting Wyll in his quests.
Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings at the Emerald Grove, then spend the night with Wyll at the party.
In Act II, a special encounter will occur during a Long Rest where you find Wyll dancing. Choose romantic dialogue options.
In Act III, help Wyll 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's early interest in the player offers opportunities for both short-term and long-term romance.

How to Romance Lae'zel:

Raise her approval by taking decisive action and engaging in combat.
Once approval is high, mention her different look at you in camp, which can lead to a one-night stand.
In Act II, she'll visit you at night for a duel, which can strengthen your bond regardless of the outcome.
In Act III, the outcome depends on her allegiance to Vlaakith or Orpheus. Siding with Orpheus allows you to be seen as a couple in the ending sequence.

Lae'zel Romance Special Notes:

Lae'zel will break off the relationship if you cheat on her after the duel.

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin's romance is popular among players, largely due to his unique character and storyline.

How to Romance Halsin:

Ensure you rescue Halsin from the Goblin Camp in Act I to make him available as a companion.
Complete all of Halsin's quests in Act II to avoid being locked out of romance options, particularly lifting the Shadow Curse.
Once Halsin joins your party, keep him in your group and choose actions that promote kindness, nature reverence, and fairness.
Exhaust his dialogue options daily, focusing on topics about former lovers.
When his approval is high enough, he'll visit you at night. Confirm you're not in a relationship that would conflict with his advances.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance is unique as she's often an enemy, making her a fitting choice for evil or Durge playthroughs.

How to Romance Minthara:

Avoid attacking the Goblin Camp and side with Minthara, betraying your party and 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.
At the goblin party, affirm you are hers, and go to bed, where she'll join you. Pass the persuasion check to avoid her attacking you.

Since the official release, players claim you can knock Minthara out at the Goblin Camp and rescue her in Act II, allowing her to join your party. We'll update this information once verified.

Minthara Romance Special Notes:

Choosing the evil path significantly alters the game's experience, with party members disapproving of your actions against 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, find Mizora in Wyrm's Rock Fortress before Gortash's coronation and discuss Duke Ravengard.
Rest until Mizora visits your camp, then choose the flirtatious dialogue options to trigger the romance scene.

How to Romance the Guardian:

Choose to protect the Guardian/Emperor between Act II and III.
Evolve into Half-Ilithid to boost approval.
Learn about the Emperor's past lover in their old hideout.
Choose to hold their hand during their visit after discovering their past.
Respond positively to their advances in subsequent visits to trigger the romance scene.

How to Romance the Drow Twins:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing in Act III.
Speak to Mamzell Amira and either complete a quest or pay directly to gain access to the twins.
Follow the directions to the chambers to initiate the scene, but 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.
Engage with Haarlep, the Incubus, 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 in Wyrm's Crossing and find the locked door marked by a green lantern.
Enter the chamber to find Naoise and Jara. After dealing with the Mindflayer, follow the romantic cues with Naoise to experience a brief romantic scene and gain the Rapture buff.