Summary
Baldur’s Gate 3has introduced players to quite a few characters that they can recruit and fight alongside in the game.
While they all have their perks, some definitely are better than others both in or out of combat, and can, thus, greatly aid the player.
10Jaheira
Jaheira is a companion only available in Act 2, which makes her more of a late-game character than others. She’s found specifically in the Last Night Inn.
She is part of the Half-Elf race, specifically the High Half-Elf. She’s also a Druid, which would make her the second Druid in the player’s roster if they already have Halsin. This limits how useful she is to the player.
She is harder to recruit than most characters as she must be kept alive during their assault on the Moonrise Towers, which definitely impacts her usefulness quite a bit.
9Minsc
Minsc is one of the hardest companions to recruit. He can only be recruited in Act 3, which is around the end of the game. To recruit Minsc, the player must also have Jaheira, who isn’t easy to recruit either. Due to how late he is recruited, his usefulness to the player is very limited. He is also not romanceable.
Minsc is a human, and has the Ranger Class. While he can be useful, he’s not the best fighter and mostly is a nostalgic character for fans of the previous Baldur games.
8Halsin
Halsin is a character the player will meet late into Act 1.He’s found in the Shattered Sanctum, in a prison cell.To recruit him, the player will have to finish the quest at the Druid’s Grove and advance into Act 2. There, the player will finally get a chance to get him.
Halsin is a Druid, part of the Wood Elf Race. He is a well-rounded character, making good use of his Druid abilities, such as the Wild Shapes, but he definitely isn’t the best companion and it takes time and effort to recruit him in the first place.
7Wyll
Wyll is one of BG3’s origin characters. He can be recruited early on during Act 1, specifically outside of Emerald Grove, after fighting against a horde of goblins and defeating them.
Wyll is a human Warlock who entered a pact with a Devil named Mizora. As a Warlock, he has high Charisma which allows him to go smoothly through most conversations in the game, he also gets access toEldritch Blast, a powerful cantrip. While he is definitely versatile, his class causes him to fall off later in the game, and his story is not as compelling as other characters.
6Gale
Gale is an origin character that the player meets in Act 1. He is found after the player leaves the area of the Nautiloid Ship crash and heads up to the waypoint located at the Roadside Cliff. There, the player can interact with the waypoint and help Gale out.
Gale is a human, but he is of the Wizard class. He is the best magic user out of any companion the player can recruit, making him a huge asset. He also has some very useful skill proficiency such as Arcana and History which will be great for the player. However, one huge drawback to Gale is his need to consume magical items, which will be a huge issue for the player, early on, at least.
5Astarion
Astarion is yet another origin character who can be found and recruited during Act 1. Not far from the site of the ship crash, on the southwest of the ravaged beach, the player can find him.
He’s a High Elf Rogueand will be the player’s main stealth companion. He shines with his ranged attacks and his expertise with stealth, which will come in handy when it comes to sneaking up on enemies and just infiltrating some places. His main disadvantage is his weak defense, which will not be a huge issue as he is built to stay away from danger.
Astarion is a character that will captivate the player from the very start, as he is quite a chaotic character. His personality alone makes using him worth it.
4Shadowheart
Shadowheart is an origin character and one of the first companions the player will meet. She can first be met during the prologue in the Nautiloid Ship, where she is stuck in a pod and the player has the option to save her. Whether the player saves her or not, she can be recruited later after the crash.
She’s a High Half-Elf Cleric.As a Cleric, she will be incredibly useful, especially in the early game where the player might not have many options when it comes to healing. This makes her one of the most essential characters in the player’s roster early on. If that wasn’t enough, she learns to cast some pretty good spells which will help the player immensely.
From a narrative standpoint, Shadowheart is definitely one of the most interesting characters with the most intriguing stories to find in BG3.
3Minthara
Minthara is a character the player will find later on in Act 1as one of the three Goblin leaders. She’ll be found inside the Shattered Sanctum, deep in the Goblin Camp. While she can be a companion to the player, it will take some work, and it’ll come with some consequences. She can also be an enemy to kill. If the player does everything right, they’ll be able to recruit her in Act 2.
She is Lolth-Sworn Drow – quite an evil one. If the player wants her to be on their side, they have to be ready to make some evil decisions.
However, as a Paladin, recruiting her might be very rewarding as she is quite the powerhouse. She has some impressive healing, debuffs, and buffs as well.
2Karlach
Karlach is an origin character and can be found in Act 1. She’ll be located on Risen Road, in the forest. The player will get the option to either kill her or spare her if they already have Wyll. The best option would be sparing her as she is quite a useful character.
She is a Zariel Tieflingof the Barbarian Class. Barbarians are quite good at one thing and that is destroying their enemies, and that’s something she will definitely do with her superior strength. Her statistics are impressive overall and she will make a great addition to any party.
1Lae’zel
The very best companion is Lae’zel, yet another origin character the game has to offer. She is the very first companion the player will meet during the prologue on the ship. She can be recruited in Act 1, not far from the waypoint the player will find Gale stuck in.
She’s a Githyanki fighter and is very proficient with a large array of weapons, making her quite versatile across the board. She can dominate most fights, being able to dish out a lot of damage and tank a lot as well. Her race also gives her access to many incredible abilities and skills, making her a true asset in combat.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is now available to play on PC and PlayStation 5.
Baldur’s Gate 3
WHERE TO PLAY
Abducted, infected, lost. You are turning into a monster, but as the corruption inside you grows, so does your power. Forge a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Caught in a conflict between devils, deities, and sinister otherworldly forces, you and your party will determine the fate of the Forgotten Realms.THE ULTIMATE D&D EXPERIENCEChoose from a wide selection of D&D races and classes, or play as an origin character with a hand-crafted background. Adventure, loot, battle, and romance as you journey through the Forgotten Realms and beyond. Play alone or as a party of up to four in multiplayer – and select your companions carefully.A CINEMATIC STORYTELLING EPICForged with the new Divinity 4.0 engine, Baldur’s Gate 3 gives you unprecedented freedom to explore, experiment, and interact with a world that reacts to your choices. A grand, cinematic narrative brings you closer to your characters than ever before, as you venture through our biggest world yet. Romance, deceive, aid, obstruct, and grow alongside your friends thanks to Larian’s next-generation RPG engine.
