How to Find All Companion Characters in Baldur's Gate 3

Companions are one of the most important aspects of a good role-playing game. Companions of various classes in Baldur's Gate 3 will help fill out the party. They make the story more engaging through their interactions with the player throughout your adventure. They offer their own perspectives, helping you understand the character you are playing. Let's figure out where to find all the companions in Baldur's Gate 3.

In the release version of Baldur's Gate 3, there are many unique personalities, each with completely different characters and views on the game's events. Each of your comrades has their personal qualities, goals, and motivations, tied to a common problem. Their opinion of you will change depending on your decisions. They may approve or disapprove of your actions. In this guide, we will detail each party member: describe their personal quest, tell you how to properly befriend them, and in which direction to develop their story. All romantic branches, we will describe in a separate guide.

Astarion is a high elf rogue and a valuable addition to your group thanks to his deception skills. After two hundred years of serving a cruel vampire master, the vampire spawn Astarion has finally gained freedom — the freedom to walk in the sun, the freedom to seek power, and the freedom to seek revenge.

Astarion can be found after the crash of the «Nautiloid» in the first act. You will meet him while exploring the southwestern part of the Ravaged Beach, where he will ask for help dealing with «one of those brain things».

Gale is a human wizard and prodigy whose love for a goddess drove him to commit a terrible feat that no mortal could replicate. Tainted by the forbidden magic of ancient Netheril, Gale seeks to destroy the corruption that has overtaken him and regain the favor of his goddess before he becomes a destroyer of worlds.

Gale can be found after completing the prologue. He is located near the «Roadside Cliffs» waypoint, above the wreckage of the Illithid ship.

Lae'zel is a fierce Githyanki warrior, mighty even by the standards of her kind, the Illithid slayers. An indispensable tank with high DPS, who can easily help you even in the toughest battles. Despite her «fiery» and haughty character, she is the only companion willing to sacrifice her principles for the protagonist's goals. Just remember to level up Charisma and Persuasion to smooth over sharp edges in communication and persuasion.

Lae'zel will briefly join you on the Illithid ship, but once you crash land, you'll find her imprisoned by the Tieflings at the cathedral ruins. You will need to access the bottom of the cage to free your ally.

Shadowheart is a Shar-worshipping half-elf priestess and the only survivor from an expedition sent to fulfill the will of the Lady of the Night. A reliable support, offering your group: healing, positive effects, interesting spells of stealth and deception. A kind soul with a touching personal story.

Shadowheart can be freed from a capsule during the prologue, while you are onboard the «Nautiloid». The capsule can be unlocked by finding and placing a certain rune into the nearby console. After the prologue, you will find her unconscious on the beach next to the wrecked ship. She will thank you for freeing her earlier.

If the player did not save Shadowheart in the prologue, she can be found at the entrance to the crypt (Abandoned Ruins).

Wyll is a human warlock, known as the Blade of Frontiers. Uses magic to kill monsters and devils threatening the Sword Coast. A very strong ally and an important character for obtaining «key» quests. His character has significantly developed after early access. Wyll is a very kind and positive guy, ready to sacrifice himself for the player. After completing the second act, he receives a rapier that makes him invincible.

Where to Find Wyll

You will meet Wyll after the battle at the Druid Grove.

Karlach is a Zariel-tiefling barbarian who escaped decades of service in Hell with nothing but an axe on her back and a hellish engine furiously burning in her chest where her heart should be. The life of the party and a very positive character in all respects. Karlach is capable of smashing any opponents to smithereens and creating a real mess on the battlefield. This companion has won the love of players everywhere and can charm you with her charisma.

Pass through the Desolate Village past the gnome tied to the windmill and jump over the gap in the bridge. Follow the road to the right. Navigate through hyenas and gnolls, continuing down towards the river. Upon seeing blood on the ground, follow it. You will find Karlach on the opposite side of the river. Wyll must be in your team to prevent any future conflicts.

Halsin is a tall forest elf-druid, the leader of the Druid Grove of the Emerald Enclave. Imposing, good-natured, and caring for all living things. A character that made Baldur's Gate 3 so popular. He has very cool abilities that allow him to change roles in the party. An important plot character and a wonderful companion.

Halsin can first be encountered in the worg pens at the ruined shrine of the goblin camp. To recruit him, you must complete the quest chain «Save the Refugees», where you need to defeat three goblin camp leaders. After the second act and the quest to save Taniel, he remains a companion until the very end of the story.

Jaheira is a high half-elf druid, a classic D&D character, and a key companion in Baldur's Gate and Baldur's Gate 2. A true legend brought back for the third installment. Strong, willful, and ageless elf capable of dealing with a whole crowd of enemies on her own and giving the main character a good kick if he misbehaves. An important plot character in the second and third chapters, who should always be part of the party.

Jaheira can be found at the «Last Light» tavern in the second chapter. Initially, she will be a non-playable character, but depending on the player's choice, she will join the squad as a companion. During the assault on the Moon Towers, persuade Jaheira to go with you to battle Ketheric. After the fight, you can ask her to join your squad on a permanent basis.

Minsc is a human ranger and local fool, known for his habit of talking to his hamster Boo, whom he considers a miniature giant space hamster. He can be recruited into the team in the third chapter. A local celebrity and a key character from past parts of Baldur's Gate.

You can only meet Minsc in the third act, where everyone calls him the Stone Lord. To recruit the guy, Jaheira must be in your squad. After robbing the treasury, you will find Minsc in the sewer. Use a non-lethal attack to stun him, and then persuade the Emperor to give Minsc protection from the parasite.

Minthara is a Drow Lolth-paladin and the only companion you can acquire in a negative playthrough. She is the only non-companion character with whom a romantic scene is possible in the first act. A cruel and authoritative drow, she prefers not to risk herself and uses others to achieve her goals.

If the player supports Minthara and sides with her in the first chapter, they will meet the girl in the Moon Towers. There, you will need to rescue her from torture in prison and help her reach your camp.