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Companions in Baldur's Gate 3 are unique characters you can have join your party. Aside from having an extra hand fighting in each battle, they all have their own skills, proficiencies, and tricks to balance out your group. This Baldur's Gate 3 Companions guide provides helpful information, such as where you can find and recruit every Companion, what Class and Race they are, and their overall character sheet.
These characters, along with Karlach and The Dark Urge, are also playable Origin Characters who have their own unique storylines in BG3.
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BG3 Companions and Guides
There are 10 companions to find and recruit to your party in Baldur's Gate 3. To learn more about each companion, be sure to click the links below to jump to...
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- Shadowheart
- Gale
- Astarion
- Wyll
- Lae'zel
- Karlach
- Halsin
- Jaheira
- Minsc
- Minthara
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Shadowheart
Shadowheart is a High Half-Elf Cleric that you’ll first come across on the Nautiloid ship. Without being able to save her, you’ll find her a little bit later outside of the prologue. Shadowheart is a strong spellcaster to have in your party, especially for her healing capabilities as well. She is also a playable Origin character.
To learn even more about Shadowheart, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Shadowheart Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Shadowheart
- Shadowheart Romance Guide
Gale
Gale is a Human Wizard with an interesting story if you take some time to build your trust with him. As another great spellcaster, he has a variety of cantrips and spells useful for manipulating the environment. He is also a playable Origin character.
To learn even more about Gale, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Gale Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Gale
- Gale Romance Guide
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Astarion
Astarion is a High Elf Rogue vampire spawn who no longer abides by certain vampire rules. While your first encounter might be a little aggressive, he’s a deadly ally to have in close-quarters combat. Taking advantage of his stealth attacks where he shines most. He is also a playable Origin character.
To learn even more about Astarion, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Astarion Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Astarion
- Astarion Romance Guide
Wyll
Wyll is a Human Warlock known as the Blade of Frontiers. While he keeps his devil pact quiet, it’s clear he’s not a fan of devils in general. He is also a playable Origin character.
To learn even more about Wyll, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Wyll Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Wyll
- Wyll Romance Guide
Lae'zel
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Lae'zel is a Githyanki Fighter and one of the first people you meet on the Nautiloid ship. Becoming a mind flayer is the last thing Lae’zel wants as the githyanki are known for hunting mind flayers for revenge. She is also a playable Origin character.
To learn even more about Lae'zel, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Lae'zel Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Lae'zel
- Lae'zel Romance Guide
Karlach
Karlach is a Tiefling Barbarian you come across on the Risen Road. She is also a playable Origin character.
To learn even more about Karlach, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Karlach Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Karlach Romance Guide
- Where to Find and Recruit Karlach
Halsin
Halsin is a Wood Elf Druid leader of the Druid Grove. You encounter him while completing the Rescuing the Druid Halsin quest.
To learn even more about Halsin, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
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- Halsin Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Halsin
- Jaheira Romance Halsin
Jaheira
Jaheira is a Half-Elf Druid who has appeared in previous Baldur’s Gate games.
To learn even more about Jaheira, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Jaheira Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Jaheira
- Jaheira Romance Guide
Minsc
Minsc is a Human Ranger who has appeared in previous Baldur’s Gate games.
To learn even more about Minsc, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Minsc Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Minsc
- Minsc Romance Guide
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Minthara
Minthara is a Drow Paladin you first encounter in the Shattered Sanctum as one of the leaders of a Goblin army.
To learn even more about Minthara, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides below:
- Minthara Companion Guide - Location, Stats, and Romance
- Where to Find and Recruit Minthara
- Minthara Romance Guide
Just getting started in Baldur's Gate 3? Why not check out some of our helpful guides for getting started...
- Beginner's Guide - Essential Tips and Tricks
- Things to Do First in BG3
- Things Baldur's Gate 3 Doesn't Tell You
- Combat Explained - Essential Battle Tips
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