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Baldur's Gate 3: Full Romance Walkthrough

Author：Kristen Update：May 14,2025

Baldur's Gate 3 offers a diverse array of romance options that enhance the game's narrative and player experience. Whether you're seeking a deep, long-term relationship or a thrilling one-night stand, the game caters to various romantic inclinations. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to pursue every romance option in Baldur's Gate 3, 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 sex. The game offers both short-term and long-term relationship options, tailored to the specific character you're interested in and your personal goals. Some characters are open to one-night stands, while others require a more extended courtship. Be mindful that certain actions can lock you out of multiple romance paths, so it's important to manage your relationships carefully. Since not all romance options can be experienced in a single playthrough, we'll provide detailed guides for each character.

All Romance Options:

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

Shadowheart
Gale
Astarion
Karlach
Wyll
Lae'zel
Halsin
Minthara

Additionally, the following non-companion characters are available for short-term romance:

Mizora
Guardian/Emperor
Drow Twins
Haarlep
Naoise Nallinto

How to Romance Shadowheart in Baldur's Gate 3

Shadowheart is often the first companion you'll meet, making her a prominent romance option right from the start. Her involvement in the main plot adds depth to your journey together. You can pursue a long-term or short-term relationship with her across all acts of the game.

How to Romance Shadowheart:

Keep Shadowheart in your party to build rapport.
Boost her approval by showing kindness, opting for non-violence, and respecting her privacy. Support her in conflicts with Lae'zel for an early approval boost.
In Act I, look for the "...missed a chance to connect" dialogue or engage with her at the party after rescuing Halsin. Accept her invitation to share a bottle and choose to spend the evening with her. During your walk, avoid showing disinterest to ensure a kiss.
In Act II, support her regardless of her choice between Selune or Shar. If she chooses Selune, affirm her new look; if Shar, prepare for a nighttime event that may take several nights to trigger.
In Act III, complete her quest and engage in a final nighttime event involving a swim. Choose positive dialogue options to progress to a special scene.

Shadowheart Romance Special Notes:

Shadowheart may end the relationship if you pursue other romances, though exceptions exist. In Honor Mode, it's safest to remain exclusive. Save before exploring other relationships to avoid unintended consequences.

How to Romance Gale in Baldur's Gate 3

Gale, the wizard from Waterdeep, is another key character whose romance can enrich the game's storyline. He seeks a committed relationship, making him a significant choice for players looking for a deep connection.

How to Romance Gale:

Rescue Gale from the portal northeast of the crash site.
Comply with his requests to consume magical items, occurring up to three times in Act I.
Attend his magic lesson in Act I and choose romantic dialogue options. Avoid being mean to keep future options open.
Before transitioning to Act II, support Gale during the Elminster cutscene, showing you care about his fate.
In Act III, keep Gale alive and read "The Annals of Karsus" in Sorcerous Sundries. Speak to Gale afterward, choosing "Close your eyes," "Kiss Him," and "You're already everything I need you to be" for a romantic scene.

Gale Romance Special Notes:

Gale is not open to an 'open relationship' and will be unhappy 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 to various types of relationships, making him a versatile partner.

How to Romance Astarion:

Build approval by adding him to your party early and choosing self-serving options. He appreciates sarcasm and typically disapproves of helping others.
Allow Astarion to drink your blood to boost your relationship.
At the party, engage with Astarion by discussing his views on saving lives and partying. Choose to spend the evening with him and let him bite you to increase approval further.
After the first romance scene, show interest in his scars and ask about their Infernal inscriptions.
In Act II, take Raphael's deal to learn more about Astarion's scars. After completing the task, choose supportive dialogue options during his nighttime visit.
In Act III, complete Astarion's quest. Support him whether he completes the ritual or not, leading to a special scene. Completing the ritual can turn you into a vampire.

Astarion Romance Special Notes:

Astarion is the most open-minded long-term partner, generally not getting upset over other romantic encounters.

How to Romance Karlach in Baldur's Gate 3

Karlach's romance is rewarding but challenging, requiring careful management due to her sensitivity to infidelity. Her storyline is one of the game's highlights.

How to Romance Karlach:

Support Karlach against the fake Paladins of Tyr and add her to your party early to build approval. She values kindness, understanding, and violence in service of helping others.
Collect Infernal Iron to help Dammon, the blacksmith, cool her Infernal Engine in Act I. Express disappointment about not being able to touch her, and affirm your desire to do so.
At the party, express your feelings to Karlach. Later, suggest throwing water on her to cool her off enough for a kiss.
In Act II, find Dammon at the Last Light Inn and use all available Infernal Iron to further cool her engine.
In Act III, take Karlach on a date to progress your relationship.

Karlach Romance Special Notes:

Karlach is very sensitive to infidelity. If she catches you with others, avoid sarcasm or meanness to possibly reconcile. 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 can enhance his compelling storyline, offering a rewarding experience for players who engage with his heroic nature.

How to Romance Wyll:

Build Wyll's approval by acting heroically, helping others, and supporting him in his quests. Show empathy towards his struggles with Mizora and his father.
Rescue Halsin and the Tieflings at the Emerald Grove. If your approval is high enough, spend the night with Wyll during the party.
In Act II, after a Long Rest, find Wyll dancing and engage in romantic dialogue to progress your relationship.
In Act III, help Wyll save his father and complete his task with the dragon Ansur for a final romantic encounter.

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

Lae'zel's early interest in the player offers both short-term and long-term romance options, depending on your actions and choices.

How to Romance Lae'zel:

Raise Lae'zel's approval by acting decisively and aggressively. She appreciates warriors who take action and use intimidation rather than persuasion or deception.
With high approval, mention her different look towards you at camp to initiate a one-night stand.
Maintain approval into Act II, where she'll challenge you to a duel. Whether you win or lose, you'll win her heart.
In Act III, your relationship's outcome depends on Lae'zel's allegiance with Vlaakith or Orpheus. Siding with Orpheus can lead to a couple's ending.

Lae'zel Romance Special Notes:

Lae'zel will end the relationship permanently if you cheat after the duel.

How to Romance Halsin in Baldur's Gate 3

Halsin's romance appeals to many due to his unique character and storyline. However, you must complete his quests before Act II ends to pursue him.

How to Romance Halsin:

Rescue Halsin from the Goblin Camp to make him available as a companion later.
In Act II, help him find Thaniel to unlock him as a companion.
Once he joins your party, keep him close and act with kindness, reverence for nature, and fairness to raise his approval.
Regularly exhaust his dialogue options, focusing on his past relationships.
When his approval is high enough, he'll visit you at night. Confirm you're not in a relationship with Karlach or Gale, as they will not approve.

How to Romance Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

Minthara's romance is unique, often seen as an enemy route, making it ideal for players interested in a darker playthrough.

How to Romance Minthara:

Avoid attacking the Goblin Camp and side with Minthara, betraying your party and the Emerald Grove.
After defeating the grove, honor fighting beside her, 'Embrace the change,' and open your mind to invite her to your camp.
At the goblin party, declare yourself hers and go to bed. If you pass the persuasion check, she'll join you without conflict.

Minthara Romance Special Notes:

Choosing the evil path significantly alters the game's experience. Be prepared for party members' disapproval and the consequences of destroying 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 below Moonrise Towers in Act II.
In Act III, find her in Wyrm's Rock Fortress's audience chamber before Gortash's coronation. Discuss Duke Ravengard, and she'll visit your camp.
When she arrives, rest until you see an exclamation mark over her head. Ask her about wanting something "beyond these planes" and respond positively to trigger the romance scene.

How to Romance the Guardian:

Choose to protect the Guardian/Emperor between Acts II and III.
Evolve into Half-Ilithid to boost 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.
During their next visit, respond positively to their advances to initiate the romance scene.

How to Romance the Drow Twins:

Visit Sharess' Caress in Wyrm's Crossing in Act III.
Speak to Mamzell Amira near the bar. Complete her quest or pay directly to access the twins.
Follow her directions to their chambers to start the scene. Avoid inviting 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, Raphael's home.
Cross the 'Mystic Force Curtain' to enter the Boudoir and meet Haarlep, an Incubus. Accept their romantic offer, but 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.
Find the locked door marked by a green lantern and ivy-covered wall. Pick the lock or get the key from Mamzell.
Enter the chamber to interrupt Naoise and Jara. After defeating the resulting Mindflayer, follow Naoise's cues for a brief romantic encounter, granting the Rapture buff until your next long rest.