This guide details all romance options in Baldur's Gate 3, categorizing them into long-term and one-night stand possibilities. Remember, your choices significantly impact the narrative and availability of future romances.

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• All Romance Options in Baldur's Gate 3
• How to Romance Shadowheart
• How to Romance Gale
• How to Romance Astarion
• How to Romance Karlach
• How to Romance Wyll
• How to Romance Lae'zel
• How to Romance Halsin
• How to Romance Minthara
• All One-Off Romance Options

Baldur's Gate 3 offers diverse romantic storylines, adding depth and memorable moments to the gameplay. Whether you prefer a committed relationship or a fleeting encounter, the game caters to various preferences. This guide provides a walkthrough for each romance, including tips to avoid relationship roadblocks.

All Romance Options in Baldur's Gate 3

Romance Dynamics:

Each romance option varies in length and intensity. Some offer short-term flings, while others develop into long-term relationships. The success of your romantic pursuit heavily depends on your actions and dialogue choices. Choosing to pursue multiple romances simultaneously might lead to negative consequences with certain characters.

Companion and Non-Companion Romances:

Most companion NPCs are romancable, impacting your interactions with them. Choosing a romance limits your ability to fully explore other romantic options in a single playthrough. Several non-companion characters offer one-night stand possibilities.

Companion Romance Options:

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

One-Night Stand Options:

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

How to Romance Shadowheart

Shadowheart, often met early in the game, presents a prominent romance path. Her storyline intertwines with the main plot, adding complexity to the relationship. Both long-term and short-term romances are possible.

Romance Steps:

1. Keep Shadowheart in your party.
2. Boost her approval through kindness, non-violence, and respecting her privacy.
3. In Act I, pursue romantic dialogue options when available.
4. In Act II, support her choices regarding Selune or Shar.
5. In Act III, complete her quest to trigger the final romance scene.

Special Notes: Shadowheart may end the relationship if you pursue other romances, though this isn't always consistent.

How to Romance Gale

Gale, a wizard from Waterdeep, is receptive to a relationship. His storyline significantly impacts the game's plot, making his romance a compelling choice.

Romance Steps:

1. Rescue Gale early in the game.
2. Comply with his requests regarding magical items in Act I.
3. Pursue romantic dialogue options during his magic lesson in Act I.
4. Support him during the events with Elminster.
5. In Act III, read "The Annals of Karsus" and speak with Gale before resting to trigger the final scene.

Special Notes: Gale is not open to an open relationship.

How to Romance Astarion

Astarion, known for his wit and attitude, is a popular romance option. He's more open-minded than other characters regarding multiple partners.

Romance Steps:

1. Keep Astarion in your party and choose self-serving options.
2. Allow him to drink your blood.
3. Pursue romantic dialogue options during the party in Act I.
4. In Act II, take Raphael's deal to learn about Astarion's scars.
5. In Act III, complete his quest for the final romance scenes.

Special Notes: Astarion is the most tolerant of multiple romantic partners.

How to Romance Karlach

Karlach is a challenging but rewarding romance. She's sensitive about infidelity.

Romance Steps:

1. Support Karlach against the fake Paladins.
2. Collect Infernal Iron and have Dammon help her in Act I.
3. Pursue romantic dialogue options during the party in Act I.
4. In Act II, use Infernal Iron to improve her condition.
5. In Act III, take her on a date.

Special Notes: Karlach strongly disapproves of infidelity.

How to Romance Wyll

Wyll's romance enhances his storyline.

Romance Steps:

1. Boost Wyll's approval through heroic actions.
2. Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings.
3. Pursue romantic dialogue options during the party in Act I.
4. In Act II, participate in the romantic encounter after a long rest.
5. In Act III, complete Wyll's quest to trigger the final scene.

How to Romance Lae'zel

Lae'zel shows early interest. Both short-term and long-term romances are possible.

Romance Steps:

1. Raise Lae'zel's approval through decisive actions.
2. Pursue romantic dialogue options in camp.
3. Maintain her approval for the Act II and III romantic encounters.

Special Notes: Lae'zel is not open to multiple partners.

How to Romance Halsin

Halsin's romance is popular among players.

Romance Steps:

1. Rescue Halsin.
2. Keep him in your party and act kindly and fairly.
3. Exhaust his dialogue options daily.
4. Once his approval is high enough, he'll initiate a romantic encounter.

How to Romance Minthara

Minthara's romance is unique due to her alignment as an enemy.

Romance Steps:

1. Side with Minthara against the Emerald Grove.
2. Express your allegiance to her after the battle.
3. Pursue romantic dialogue options at the goblin party.

Special Notes: This choice significantly alters the game's narrative.

All One-Off Romance Options

These options offer single encounters. Details on romancing Mizora, the Guardian/Emperor, Drow Twins, Haarlep, and Naoise Nallinto are provided in the original text and can be easily found online through a search. The original text provides detailed steps for each.