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| description = Gale is an Origin character and companion in Baldur's Gate 3. He is a Human Wizard with the Sage background. | | description = Gale is an Origin character and companion in Baldur's Gate 3. He is a Human Wizard with the Sage background. | ||
| image = Gale.png | | image = Gale.png | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{CompanionTab|Gale}} | {{CompanionTab|Gale}} | ||
{{Infobox | {{Infobox character | ||
| name = Gale | | name = Gale | ||
| image = Gale2.png | | image = Gale2.png | ||
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| hometown = [[Waterdeep]] | | hometown = [[Waterdeep]] | ||
| family = Morena Dekarios (mother)<br>Unnamed father<br>[[Tara]] | | family = Morena Dekarios (mother)<br>Unnamed father<br>[[Tara]] | ||
}} | |||
'''Gale''', full name '''Gale Dekarios''', is an [[origin]] character and a recruitable [[companion]] with the [[Sage]] background. He is a [[human]] [[Wizard]] first appearing during [[Act 1]]. | '''Gale''', full name '''Gale Dekarios''', is an [[origin]] character and a recruitable [[companion]] with the [[Sage]] background. He is a [[human]] [[Wizard]] first appearing during [[Act 1]]. | ||
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=== Special features === | === Special features === | ||
* In order to sate his arcane hunger, Gale must consume magic items periodically for a total of three times. | * In order to sate his arcane hunger, Gale must consume magic items periodically for a total of three times. Should he not, he will be afflicted, which has three different stages of severity: | ||
** [[Arcane Hunger (Condition)|Arcane Hunger]] gives him [[disadvantage]] to [[Constitution]] [[saving throw|saving throws]]. | ** [[Arcane Hunger (Condition)|Arcane Hunger]] gives him [[disadvantage]] to [[Constitution]] [[saving throw|saving throws]]. | ||
** [[Greater Arcane Hunger (Condition)|Greater Arcane Hunger]] gives him disadvantage on all [[attack roll|attack rolls]] and saving throws. | ** [[Greater Arcane Hunger (Condition)|Greater Arcane Hunger]] gives him disadvantage on all [[attack roll|attack rolls]] and saving throws. | ||
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** [[Consumed Shadow Weave]] gives Gale an additional Level 3 [[Spells#Spell Slots|Spell Slot]] that recharges on long rest if he consumed the Shadow Weave. | ** [[Consumed Shadow Weave]] gives Gale an additional Level 3 [[Spells#Spell Slots|Spell Slot]] that recharges on long rest if he consumed the Shadow Weave. | ||
** [[Mystra's Blessing (Gale) (Condition)|Mystra's Blessing]] gives Gale immunity to [[Fire]], [[Acid]], [[Cold]], [[Force]], and [[Thunder]] damage if he cleansed the Shadow Weave. | ** [[Mystra's Blessing (Gale) (Condition)|Mystra's Blessing]] gives Gale immunity to [[Fire]], [[Acid]], [[Cold]], [[Force]], and [[Thunder]] damage if he cleansed the Shadow Weave. | ||
* When played as an origin character, [[Tara]], Gale's tressym, will join him in [[Campsite|camp]] as a [[Camp Follower|follower]] | * When played as an origin character, [[Tara]], Gale's tressym, will join him in [[Campsite|camp]] as a [[Camp Follower|follower]]. | ||
=== Personal quest === | === Personal quest === | ||
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=== Recruitment === | === Recruitment === | ||
{{Infobox statistics | |||
| name = Gale | |||
| level = 1 | |||
| race = [[Human]] | |||
| class = [[Wizard]] | |||
| movement_speed_meters = 9 | |||
| movement_speed_feet = 30 | |||
| weight_kg = 75 | |||
| weight_lb = 150 | |||
| str = 8 | |||
| dex = 13 | |||
| con = 15 | |||
| int = 17 | |||
| wis = 10 | |||
| cha = 12 | |||
| int_save_proficiency = yes | |||
| wis_save_proficiency = yes | |||
}} | |||
Gale can be recruited as a permanent companion during [[Act One]]. He can leave the party if the goblins are sided with and the Emerald Grove is raided successfully - after the slaughter, he will confront the player and say his goodbyes, though he can be retained through dialogue. If neglected or ignored for too long, he will leave the party without much fanfare, leaving only a small note behind.{{cite text|A Wizard's Farewell|Gale}} | Gale can be recruited as a permanent companion during [[Act One]]. He can leave the party if the goblins are sided with and the Emerald Grove is raided successfully - after the slaughter, he will confront the player and say his goodbyes, though he can be retained through dialogue. If neglected or ignored for too long, he will leave the party without much fanfare, leaving only a small note behind.{{cite text|A Wizard's Farewell|Gale}} | ||
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Gale can be found at the Roadside Cliffs [[Ancient Rune Circle|rune circle]]. Likely trapped as he hastily escaped the crashing [[nautiloid]], he asks the party for assistance in getting him out. Once free, he recognizes the party as other victims of the [[illithid]] abroad the sieged ship and quickly offers his services as a wizard of great renown. | Gale can be found at the Roadside Cliffs [[Ancient Rune Circle|rune circle]]. Likely trapped as he hastily escaped the crashing [[nautiloid]], he asks the party for assistance in getting him out. Once free, he recognizes the party as other victims of the [[illithid]] abroad the sieged ship and quickly offers his services as a wizard of great renown. | ||
As the party travel together, Gale will begin displaying signs of sickness, and if friendly enough with his companions, will eventually ask them to bring him magical artefacts. When pressed for reasons why, he will mention that it is a condition he has that requires feeding from [[Weave]] but be reluctant to say more, asking them to trust him and stressing how important treating his affliction is. Refusing to aid Gale will result in him being progressively sicker, eventually resulting in a [[Game Over screens|Game Over]] screen. | As the party travel together, Gale will begin displaying signs of sickness, and if friendly enough with his companions, will eventually ask them to bring him magical artefacts. When pressed for reasons why, he will mention that it is a condition he has that requires feeding from [[Weave]] but be reluctant to say more, asking them to trust him and stressing how important treating his affliction is. Refusing to aid Gale will result in him being progressively sicker, eventually resulting eventually in a [[Game Over screens|Game Over]] screen. | ||
When brought | When brought a magical item of {{Uncommon}} rarity or higher, Gale will consume it, temporarily treating his sickness and making him look visibly better. Gale will ask for magic items three times in total. The first time he will be left satisfied, and assures answers will be given soon. The second time he will note that the effects are diminishing but is grateful nonetheless. The third and final time he will be distressed as the effect is barely noticeable and will finally reveal the truth. | ||
Gale explains that he was a magical prodigy, being able to control and sculpt the Weave at a young age. This gained him the attention of [[Mystra]], the goddess of magic, who became his teacher, muse, and eventually his lover. However, with Mystra, Gale witnessed magic that was beyond mere mortals and seeing the powers he was denied, he begged her for more, only to be rejected each and told to be contented with what he had each time. | Gale explains that he was a magical prodigy, being able to control and sculpt the Weave at a young age. This gained him the attention of [[Mystra]], the goddess of magic, who became his teacher, muse, and eventually his lover. However, with Mystra, Gale witnessed magic that was beyond mere mortals and seeing the powers he was denied, he begged her for more, only to be rejected each and told to be contented with what he had each time. | ||
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Gale will be transported to Mystra's domain where he finally meets his former patron and lover. An origin Gale can take control of the conversation as usual, while a companion Gale will converse with her on his own. Mystra informs Gale that the piece of Weave he sought to return to her was actually a part of the Karsite Weave and it carries with it Karsus’ relentless desire for ambition. This new form of Weave was born during Karsus' final moments as he wrestled magic away from Mystryl and briefly ascended to godhood. It cannot be contained, it will never be sated, and in order to prevent it from blowing up, Mystra allowed it to feed on the true Weave while she devised a solution. With the Crown's reforging as a very real possibility, she implores Gale to return it to her as its danger cannot be understated. She promises to cure Gale's condition if he does so, even offering him to become her Chosen once more. Unsure about what to do, Gale thanks Mystra and leaves pensive. Back on the mortal plane, Gale recounts what transpired in Mystra's realm, and says there's not much they can do until they defeat the elder brain. | Gale will be transported to Mystra's domain where he finally meets his former patron and lover. An origin Gale can take control of the conversation as usual, while a companion Gale will converse with her on his own. Mystra informs Gale that the piece of Weave he sought to return to her was actually a part of the Karsite Weave and it carries with it Karsus’ relentless desire for ambition. This new form of Weave was born during Karsus' final moments as he wrestled magic away from Mystryl and briefly ascended to godhood. It cannot be contained, it will never be sated, and in order to prevent it from blowing up, Mystra allowed it to feed on the true Weave while she devised a solution. With the Crown's reforging as a very real possibility, she implores Gale to return it to her as its danger cannot be understated. She promises to cure Gale's condition if he does so, even offering him to become her Chosen once more. Unsure about what to do, Gale thanks Mystra and leaves pensive. Back on the mortal plane, Gale recounts what transpired in Mystra's realm, and says there's not much they can do until they defeat the elder brain. | ||
As the battle for Baldur's Gate rages on, the party will arrive at the elder brain's brainstem. While they prepare for the final battle, Gale can be approached to discuss the imminent fight and the netherese orb he still carries within. Depending on past interactions with him, Gale may offer the party, or | As the battle for Baldur's Gate rages on, the party will arrive at the elder brain's brainstem. While they prepare for the final battle, Gale can be approached to discuss the imminent fight and the netherese orb he still carries within. Depending on past interactions with him, Gale may offer the party, or be convinced to, to deal with the elder brain on his own, doing as Mystra instructed and detonating the orb inside to destroy the Absolute for good. If the party decides to go through with this plan, Gale will say his goodbyes and teleport them away. He climbs the stem on his own and stabs himself in the chest, triggering a magical explosion that annihilates the elder brain for good. | ||
If the offer is declined, and the party decides to battle the elder brain instead, Gale will be present during the Absolute's downfall. As it crashes in the river Chionthar, the Crown of Karsus breaks into pieces, sinking to the depths of the river. While the party gathers victorious, Gale announces his intentions to search the river for the pieces of the Crown. Depending on how he was treated in past conversations, and whether the party supported his ambitions or not, he may intend to reforge the Crown to ascend to godhood or simply to return it to Mystra. Whatever the case, he first desires to celebrate their victory in a nearby tavern, completing his companion quest. | If the offer is declined, and the party decides to battle the elder brain instead, Gale will be present during the Absolute's downfall. As it crashes in the river Chionthar, the Crown of Karsus breaks into pieces, sinking to the depths of the river. While the party gathers victorious, Gale announces his intentions to search the river for the pieces of the Crown. Depending on how he was treated in past conversations, and whether the party supported his ambitions or not, he may intend to reforge the Crown to ascend to godhood or simply to return it to Mystra. Whatever the case, he first desires to celebrate their victory in a nearby tavern, completing his companion quest. | ||
===Endings=== | ===Endings=== | ||
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====Gale's Sacrifice==== | ====Gale's Sacrifice==== | ||
Gale can sacrifice himself before the final encounter | Gale can sacrifice himself before the final encounter against the elder brain. When approaching the brain's brainstalk, Gale can offer to do one last act of penance and complete Mystra's command and detonate the orb within him. If accepted, Gale will teleport the party away before confronting the elder brain alone and destroying it with the power of the netherese orb. Unlike the choice of sacrificing himself during act 2, this one does deal with the tadpoles as they perish along their controlling brain, leading to the [[Endings]] and [[Epilogue]]. | ||
====Professor Dekarios==== | ====Professor Dekarios==== | ||
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When romanced, Gale will additionally abandon his ''Gale of Waterdeep'' persona to be content with plain ''Gale Dekarios''. | When romanced, Gale will additionally abandon his ''Gale of Waterdeep'' persona to be content with plain ''Gale Dekarios''. | ||
====Chosen of Mystra==== | |||
====The God of Ambition==== | ====The God of Ambition==== | ||
====Elysium==== | ====Elysium==== | ||
If an origin Gale transformed into an illithid in order to defeat the elder brain, he will be granted a final audience with Mystra. Mystra can offer to cure him both of the netherese affliction and his illithid status if he accepts to go to Elysium with her. If he accepts, Mystra fulfills her promise and Gale is taken away from the Material Plane. | If an origin Gale transformed into an illithid in order to defeat the elder brain, he will be granted a final audience with Mystra. Mystra can offer to cure him both of the netherese affliction and his illithid status if he accepts to go to Elysium with her. If he accepts, Mystra fulfills her promise and Gale is taken away from the Material Plane. | ||
== Quest rewards == | == Quest rewards == | ||
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== Interactions == | == Interactions == | ||
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=== Companion interactions === | === Companion interactions === | ||
Gale has unique dialogue interactions as a companion available after certain events. Whenever one is available, he will have a floating [ ! ] icon above him. | Gale has unique dialogue interactions as a companion available after certain events. Whenever one is available, he will have a floating [ ! ] icon above him. | ||
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==== Act Three ==== | ==== Act Three ==== | ||
== Loot == | == Loot == | ||
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== Gallery == | == Gallery == | ||
<gallery heights=" | <gallery heights="200px" mode="packed"> | ||
Gale Model EA.png|Early Access model (without earring). | |||
Gale Model.webp|In-game model. | |||
Gale Camp Model.webp|Camp model. | |||
File:Gale | Gale Underwear Model.webp|Underwear model. | ||
File:Gale-beta.png|Gale's appearance pre-release. | |||
File:Gale-ea.jpg|Gale until Patch 7 of ''Early Access.'' | File:Gale-ea.jpg|Gale until Patch 7 of ''Early Access.'' | ||
File:Gale-promotional.webp|Gale's Early Access promotional art. | File:Gale-promotional.webp|Gale's Early Access promotional art. | ||
alena-dubrovina-gale-portrait-1.webp|Render by Alena Dubrovina. | |||
Gale.png|Promotional art. | |||
Gale Default.webp|Appearance in the character creator. | |||
Edward-vanderghote-gale-portrait.png|Portrait by Edward Vanderghote. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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[[Category:Origins]] | [[Category:Origins]] | ||
[[Category:Companions]] | [[Category:Companions]] | ||
[[Category:Wizards]] | [[Category:Wizards]] | ||
[[Category:Characters in Act 1]] | |||
[[Category:Available to Speak with Dead]] | [[Category:Available to Speak with Dead]] |