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{{Infobox creature
| class = [[Rogue]]
| name = Astarion
| image = Astarion.png
| imagecaption = Game cover artwork
| imagesize = 0.85
| background = [[Charlatan]]
| race = [[High elf]]
| creator = Stephen Rooney
| full name = Astarion Ancunín
| age = {{ublist|
* 39 years (turned)
* 239 years (current)}}
| hometown = [[Baldur's Gate]]
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{{CharacterInfo
'''Astarion''' is an [[Origins|Origin]] character and a [[Companion|companion]] in ''Baldur's Gate 3''. He is a [[High Elf]] [[Rogue]] with the [[Charlatan]] background, specialising in [[Stealth]] and [[Sneak Attack|Sneak Attacks]]. He is portrayed by {{va|Neil Newbon}} and was created by Stephen Rooney.
|title = Vampire Spawn
|name = Astarion Ancunín
|image= [[File:Astarion.png|350px]]
|STR=8
|DEX=17
|CON=14
|INT=13
|WIS=13
|CHA=10
|dex save=yes |int save=yes
|level=1
|race={{Race|High Elf}}
|type=Humanoid
|HP=10
|AC=11
|speed=9m / 30ft
|size=Medium
|weight=50kg / 100lbs
|proficiency=2
|initiative=+2
|passive = {{IconLink|Darkvision Icon.png|Darkvision (Passive Feature)|Darkvision|size=24}}, [[Fey Ancestry]]
|class = Rogue
|background=Charlatan
|location = [[Wilderness]]
|enemies = [[Cazador]]
|alt-name = In-game
|alt-image = [[File:Astarionheadshot.jpg|350px]]
}}


'''Astarion''' is an [[Origins|Origin]] character and [[companion]] in [[Baldur's Gate 3]]. He is an [[Elf]] [[Rogue]] with the [[Charlatan]] background.
{{DiQ|And to think I was ready to decorate the ground with your innards. Apologies.|Astarion|, apologising after a misunderstanding}}


Origin characters can be played as the main character, otherwise, they can be recruited as a [[companion]] early on.
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{{Q|And to think I was ready to decorate the ground with your innards. Apologies.|Astarion, apologizing after a misunderstanding}}
== Overview ==


== Gameplay==
=== Background ===
As a [[Rogue]], Astarion excels at [[Stealth]], [[Sleight of Hand]], and deadly [[Sneak Attack (Melee)|Sneak Attack]]s. At Level 3, Astarion can become a [[Thief]], [[Assassin]], or [[Arcane Trickster]]. As a Thief, he gains an additional [[Bonus Action]], granting him more martial versatility in battle. As an Arcane Trickster, he gains the ability to cast a limited number of [[Wizard#Wizard Spell List|Wizard Spells]].
Astarion prowled the night as a vampire spawn for two centuries in Baldur's Gate, enslaved by a sadistic vampire lord named Cazador Szarr until he was snatched away by the mind flayers on the Nautiloid and tadpoled. Now he can walk in the sunlight, wade through water, enter homes uninvited, and resist his master's compulsions. Astarion now has a chance at a new life where he can make his own choices, and possibly gain the true freedom and safety he so desperately seeks.


Astarion's [[Background]] is [[Charlatan]].
=== Starting Class ===
Astarion starts as a [[Rogue]]. Upon reaching level three, he will default to the [[Arcane Trickster]] subclass.


===Proficiencies===
=== Special Features ===


=====Equipment=====
* Astarion will receive the {{SAI|Happy (Condition)}} after using the {{SAI|Vampire Bite}} ability on a humanoid.
*{{SimpleWeaponsProf}}, {{WeaponType|Hand Crossbows}}, {{WeaponType|Longswords}}, {{WeaponType|Rapiers}}, {{WeaponType|Shortswords}}
* Astarion is immune to conditions and effects that do not affect undead, such as [[Mummy Rot (Condition)]].
*{{LightArmour}}


=====Saving Throws=====
=== Companion Quest ===
*{{Icon|Dexterity Ability Icon.png|35|link=Dexterity}} [[Dexterity]]
{{Main|The Pale Elf}}
*{{Icon|Intelligence Ability Icon.png|35|link=Intelligence}} [[Intelligence]]
Astarion's companion quest is called [[The Pale Elf]]. His story unravels as he explores his newfound freedom and how he can keep it, as well as coming to terms with the abuse inflicted on him, and the harm he has inflicted on others.


===== Skills=====
=== Recruitment ===
*[[Acrobatics]]
{{Hatnote|Recruitable in [[Act One]].}}
*[[Deception]]
Astarion can be found standing on a road west of the crashed [[Nautiloid]] in the [[Wilderness]]. When found, a scene will play where he asks for help defeating an [[Intellect Devourer]]. Afterwards, he can be asked to join the party.
*[[Perception]]
*[[Performance]]
*[[Persuasion]]
*[[Sleight of Hand]] (x2)
*[[Stealth]] (x2)


===Spells Known===
=== Approval ===
===== Cantrips Known=====
{{Main|Astarion/approval}}
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[[File:Astarion Approval.png|44px|left|alt=Astarion Approves|link=|Astarion Approves]]
* [[File:Fire Bolt Icon.png|frameless|upright=0.1|link=Fire Bolt]] [[Fire Bolt]] (from High Elf)
Astarion approves of displays of power and cruelty, and appreciates snarkiness and mocking. He is inspired when the player gains access to areas or information by deceiving others. The player does not have to be "evil" to gain his approval, however — he approves when the player makes choices that support independence and autonomy, are understanding toward his past, and when the player helps certain characters in need.
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===Special Abilities===
Astarion disapproves of displays of weakness and does not like acts of kindness or charity that offer no reward. He also disapproves when the player tries to restrict him or deny him his autonomy.
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* {{Icon|Sting Icon.png|30|link=Vampire Bite}} [[Vampire Bite]]
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==Recruitment==
=== Romance ===
Astarion can be recruited in [[Act One]].
{{Hatnote|See main article: [[Astarion/Romance]]}}
*Astarion can be found standing on a road west of the crashed [[Nautiloid]] in the [[Wilderness]]. When found, a scene will play where he is looking for help in defeating an [[Intellect Devourer]]. Afterwards, he can be asked to join the party.
Astarion can be romanced by characters of any gender. His romance deals heavily with his personal character growth, his relationship with intimacy, his discovery of what he wants in life, and the reclaiming of his autonomy. Astarion's romance also has different outcomes depending on the choices made at the end of his companion quest.


== Description ==


==Background==
=== Appearance ===
Astarion prowled the night as a vampire spawn for centuries, serving a sadistic master until he was snatched away. Now he can walk in the light and has the chance at a new life, but how long can he keep his past buried?
Astarion is a high elf vampire spawn that appears to be in his late 30s despite being multiple centuries old. He is approximately 5'11" tall, physically fit, and has sharp facial features. He has pale, pallid-looking skin with dark circles and bags under his crimson red eyes, as well as smile lines around his mouth and a faint beauty mark on his right cheek. He also has long pointed ears, well-manicured nails, and medium length, white-silver curly hair that is styled with pomade and curls around his ears. He has a bite-mark scar on the left side of his neck from when his old master Cazador Szarr originally bit him to turn him into a vampire, and covering most of his back, Astarion has a myriad of scars that were carved into him by Cazador. When it comes to clothes and shoes, Astarion's choice in attire is usually on the fancier side, choosing often to wear elaborate doublets and leather chaps with embroidered leather shoes. He takes meticulous care to embroider and repair the clothing that he owns, keeping it in good condition as best he can. Astarion is also very mindful of his hygiene and physical appearance overall, especially regarding his hair, nails, skin, and clothing.


== Personal Quest==
=== Personality ===
Astarion's [[:Category:Companion Quests|Companion Quest]] is: [[The Pale Elf]]
Astarion's personality at the start is very much influenced by his own background as an upper middle class high elf magistrate and his time spent as a vampire spawn slave under Cazador Szarr. Astarion is very charming, eloquent, cunning, witty, sarcastic, and practical. But, having been forced to be out for himself and having felt abandoned by the world and its heroes, Astarion is also very bitter, cynical, self-centered, manipulative, distrustful, prejudiced, and vengeful. His top priorities are his own autonomy, his own safety, and his revenge on Cazador. He is largely apathetic toward the feelings of others and has little interest in helping them for no reward, as he feels that if he didn't get help, nobody else should. He also holds prejudices against the Gur people and small races such as gnomes.


==Personality==
Astarion at the beginning is also very fear-motivated and has a low self-worth, despite his confident and arrogant persona. He will attempt to manipulate others with sex to get them on his side so that he has protection from Cazador, as he believes sex is all he is good for and it is one of few ways he knows how to form relationships with other people. He is also willing to do almost anything to gain power or advantage so that he can secure his own safety and avoid being under Cazador's control again, even if it means trampling over others or doing something he finds personally distasteful. Although, he has reservations about sacrificing his bodily autonomy even if it means he can gain an advantageous power.
Astarion has a sadistic personality and often approves of evil, cruel or egotistic actions, though he seems to accept certain pragmatic ones. He values hedonism. He is disdainful, but not hostile, towards those he considers weak and unworthy of his attention.


==Interactions==
However, as the story progresses, Astarion can develop and change his personality depending on how he is guided during his questline, just like other companions. If Astarion is guided down a good path where his fears, beliefs, and unhealthy behaviors, are not wholly validated, he will grow into his best self by beginning to deconstruct his cynical worldview, learning to truly value and stand up for himself, showing empathy and care toward others, reconciling with those he has hurt in the past, developing a healthy relationship with sex and romance, forming genuine bonds with other people that he trusts, breaking the cycle of abuse, and healing from his trauma. But, if Astarion is led down a bad path where his behaviors, fears, and beliefs are validated and encouraged, he will instead become the very worst version of himself, a fearful, power-hungry, and abusive man who has repressed his trauma and continued the abuse cycle.
===Approval===
Astarion likes displays of power and cruelty, and appreciates snarkiness and mocking. He is inspired when the player gains access to areas/information by deceiving others. The player does not have to be "evil" to gain his approval, however — he approves when the player makes choices that support independence and when the player helps certain characters in need.


The following story and dialogue choices will cause Astarion to gain [[approval]].
== Gameplay ==
{{SpoilerBox|
Astarion's default class is rogue. He can cast the [[Fire Bolt]] cantrip as a high elf, and as a vampire spawn he has access to a unique [[Vampire Bite]], however this action does not appear until after the party finds out about his vampirism.
==== Act One ====
'''Unsorted'''
* Ask Astarion how he wants to die, then choose an option
* Crush the tadpole that leaves [[True Soul Edowin]]


'''[[Ravaged Beach]]'''
=== Proficiencies ===
* Attack the Tieflings holding [[Lae'zel]] in a cage. (+1)
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* Ask [[Lae'zel]] to say 'please' after rescuing her (+1)
==== Equipment proficiencies ====
* Choose the 'Attack' dialogue option when speaking to [[Taman]] and [[Gimblebock]]
* {{SimpleWeaponsProf}}
* {{WeaponType|Hand Crossbows}}
* {{WeaponType|Longswords}}
* {{WeaponType|Rapiers}}
* {{WeaponType|Shortswords}}
* {{WeaponType|Longbows}}
* {{LightArmour}}}}
{{hlist|
==== Save proficiencies ====
* [[Dexterity]]
* [[Intelligence]]}}
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==== Skill proficiencies ====
* [[Acrobatics]]
* [[Deception]]
* [[Perception]]
* [[Performance]]
* [[Persuasion]]
* [[Sleight of Hand]] (x2)
* [[Stealth]] (x2)}}


'''[[Druid Grove]]'''
=== Unlockable bonuses ===
* Refuse to help [[Zevlor]] persuade [[Kagha]] to let the Tieflings stay. (+1)
The following bonuses and actions are unlockable through certain decisions in Astarion's companion quest:
* Tell [[Elegis]] that she is pathetic of being scared of a few goblins. (+1)
{{hlist|
* Tell the Tielfling kids trained by [[Asharak]] that they are going to die (+1)
* {{SAI|Vampire Ascendant}}
* Make [[Zorru]] bow to [[Lae'zel]] (+1)
* {{SAI|Ascendant Bite}}
* After the conversation with [[Zorru]] tell [[Lae'zel]] that she is good at interrogations (+1)
* {{SAI|Misty Escape (Vampire Ascendant)|Misty Escape}}}}
* Let [[Arka]] shoot [[Sazza]] (+1)
* When confronting [[Kagha]] about the shadow druids, choose to attack her instead of persuading her
* Telling [[Auntie Ethel]] about the tadpole in your head
* When speaking to [[Mattis]], take the ring, pocket the ring and tell him you paid him in experience.
* After saving [[Mirkon]], tell him to "stop sniveling or they'll be back."
* Attack the Tieflings


'''[[Sunlit Wetlands]]'''
== History ==
* When entering the [[Sunlit Wetlands]], pass the check to break the illusion, then BAA at the redcaps when you speak to them.
* Let him kill [[Gandrel]]
* Tell [[Auntie Ethel]] about the tadpole
* Speak to [[Lorin]] and roar at him
* When [[Auntie Ethel]]'s true form surrender, pass [[Intimidation]] or [[Deception]] Check to save [[Mayrina]] and obtain the power.
* After killing [[Auntie Ethel]]'s true form, use the wand to resurrect [[Mayrina]]'s dead husband Connor, give her the wand, then tell [[Astarion]] that it was funny


'''[[Blighted Village]]'''
=== Pre-Vampirism ===
* Deliver the final blow to the goblin [[Fezzerk]]
Astarion was a young magistrate in [[Baldur's Gate]], until one day he was assaulted and almost killed by a gang of [[Gur]] because of a ruling he had handed down. The vampire lord, [[Cazador Szarr]], who had taken interest in him, approached Astarion while he was dying and turned him into one of his slaves – a vampire spawn.
* Give him [[Necromancy of Thay]].
* Extort [[Barcus Wroot]] after rescuing him.


'''[[The Risen Road]]'''
=== Life as Cazador's Spawn ===
* Tell the merchant [[Cyrel]] that you'll take the supplies
After being turned, Astarion and his vampire spawn "siblings" lived at the [[Szarr Palace]] in the Upper City. And being vampire spawn, Astarion and his "siblings" were completely subservient to Cazador, bound to him through the bond of creator and creation. Cazador could use this power to completely control Astarion and the others, and he imposed three main commands onto his spawn. 1. "Thou must not drink from thinking creatures, 2. "Thou must never leave my side, unless commanded," and 3. "Thou must obey me in all things." Astarion and the other spawn could not physically refuse these commands. Cazador would then use this power and these "rules" to physically and emotionally abuse and torture Astarion for centuries, and any form of attempted resistance or escape was met with harsh punishment. For example, Astarion was once sealed away in a coffin, starving, for over a year because he had tried to disobey one of Cazador's commands. Also, the abuse inflicted onto Astarion and the other spawn was brutal and frequent. They were physically tortured and had "poetry" carved into their backs by Cazador, they were frequently emotionally abused as Cazador would play mind games on them, they would be fed dead rats and bugs, they would be commanded to physically torture themselves and the other spawn, they would be starved for long periods of time, and also be forced to venture out into the Lower City to seduce people and engage in sexual activity with them so that they could lure them back to Szarr Palace to later be fed on by Cazador.
* Pass the check to order [[Flind]], the Gnoll Warlord, to feast on other Gnoll
* Obey and eliminate [[Rugan]] when asked by [[Zarys]]
* Speak to the artist and call him a slave


'''[[Goblin Camp]]'''
However, while out in a city tavern seducing a young noble to bring back to Cazador, Astarion was abducted by the rogue [[Nautiloid]] and was tadpoled alongside other victims.
* Deceive the goblins, say 'you can't be serious', then fling poo at them
* Say 'Boo' to [[Volo]] as he performs
* Tell [[Tracker Grikka]] (or another goblin NPC) that you will "get answers for them" when discussing their prisoners.
* Agree to Abdirak's ritual for Loviatar
* Tell Torturer [[Spike]] in the goblin camp that you will torture the prisoner
* Tell [[Priestess Gut]] in the goblin camp that you're here to kill her
* Remove the ring from [[Crusher]]'s foot after you kneel in front of him.
* Agree to [[Abdirak]]'s endure teachings on Loviatar's love.
* Turn down the druid [[Halsin]]'s request to help the grove in favor of saving yourself first.


'''[[Crèche Y'llek]]'''
== Story Involvement ==
* When convincing [[Varsh Ko'kuu]] to give you the Githyanki egg, tell him you will use it for an omelette (+1) or sell it (+1)
{{UnderConstruction}}
* Ask the Inquisitor how he knows so much about you (+1)
{{Spoiler warning}}
* Ask the Inquisitor what you'll get in return for producing the weapon (+1)


'''[[Underdark]]'''
=== The Pale Elf ===
* Tell [[BOOOAL]] he is a fake god, tell him you are going to kill him and take his power
{{Hatnote|See main article: [[The Pale Elf]]}}''The Pale Elf'' is Astarion's personal quest. It is added to the journal upon recruiting him, and it spans all three acts of the game.
* Tell [[Spaw]] "Sure, I can handle those deurgar nearby."
* Tell [[Glut]] you will kill [[Spaw]] for him
* Tell [[Glut]] "I'll have no part of this" when asked to eliminate [[Spaw]].
* Ask Baelen for compensation before giving him a [[Misty Step]] scroll for escaping the Bibberbang field.
* Succeed the [[Athletics]] check and push Corsair Greymoon off of the skiff on your first voyage to [[Grymforge]].


'''[[Grymforge]]'''
==== Act One ====
* Ask [[Ward Magmar]] how to get a slave of your own.
* When talking to [[Ward Magmar]] about traveling to [[Moonrise Towers]], choose "Moonrise Tower holds the answers we need".
* After finding [[Philomeen]], talk to Lunkbug and mention she wants Laridda to move on.
* After rescuing [[Nere]], tell him to finish the slaves, or choose to say nothing.


'''Camp/Conversation'''
* In camp on the first night, tell [[Shadowheart]] to remain cautious
* Let him bite you
* Tell him you trust him after he reveals to you that he is a vampire
* Tell the party that Astarion will remain in the party because you trust him when it is revealed to them he is a vampire, or tell the party that if they don't like [having a vampire in the party], that they can leave
* When he asks whose blood you'd hypothetically drink, choose "Yours, of course", "Karlach" or "Shadowheart"
* Decline [[Raphael]]'s offer to remove the tadpole
* Tell him that you are not the devil's plaything in regards to Raphael's offer
* After asking about [[Cazador]], tell him that you have his back as long as he has yours
* Feed the [[Owlbear Cub]] when it arrives at the [[Campsite|Camp]]
* Pet the [[Owlbear Cub]] in your camp
* Side with [[Karlach]] during [[Wyll]]'s confrontation with her
* After he asks you to describe his beauty, choose "Is that all you want? Shallow praise?"
==== Act Two ====
==== Act Two ====
'''[[Last Light Inn]]'''
* Tell [[Jaheira]] that you are here on holiday
* Help [[Mol]] win the game against [[Raphael]] using the Sleight of Hand, Bard, or Wizard options
* Tell His Majesty that you wanted to admire him up close, and then quietly admire him
* Decline [[Jaheira]]'s wine
* Tell [[Isobel]] you should "go with the winged freak" after Flaming Fist [[Marcus]] arrives
* As [[The Dark Urge]], tell [[Isobel]] that you have the urge to kill her, then deny the urge and ask her to forgive you
'''[[Shadowed Battlefield]]'''
* Tell the drider that they are amazing, after watching them berate a goblin who "fed the shadows."
* Convince the drider through deception to give you the lantern
* Convince the drider through deception to walk into the shadows
* If travelling with the convoy when it is ambushed, choose to protect the convoy and maintain your cover as a True Soul.
* Tell [[Arabella]] her parents are dead
'''[[House in Deep Shadows]]'''
* Beat [[Oliver]] at hide-and-seek without being spotted
'''[[Reithwin Tollhouse]]'''
* Persuade [[Gerringothe Thorm]] that there's no one to oversee her.
* Deceive [[Gerringothe Thorm]] to make her believe she is released and all gold is hers
'''[[House of Healing]]'''
* Deceive the Sisters into killing each other
* Deceive [[Malus Thorm]] into killing himself
'''The Waning Moon'''
* Drink with [[Thisobald Thorm]] and tell him stories
'''[[Moonrise Towers]]'''
* Sever the connection between [[Linsella]] and [[Barnabus]]
* Tell [[Araj Oblodra]] that Astarion is his own person
* At Araj Oblodra's offer, tell Astarion not to do anything he doesn't want to (+5)
* Kill [[Fezzerk]] without combat (with dialogue choice) after ordered by [[Ketheric Thorm]]
* Ask Disciple Z'rell to show something real about what the Absolute has give her
* Tell [[Ketheric Thorm]] that seeing your enemies cowed never gets old.
'''[[Gauntlet of Shar]]'''
* Persuade [[Balthazar]] to give you the bell to summon [[Flesh]]
* Tell him his scars must have hurt after the initial conversation with [[Raphael]] ({{Approval|Asterion|+1}})
* Kill [[Yurgir]] and talk to Raphael about it, then promise Astarion you'll help him kill [[Cazador]]
* Tell him it's all part of the plan when he berates you for persuading [[Yurgir]] to let you look for something to help him out of his contract with [[Raphael]] (+1)
* Persuade [[Yurgir]] to murder his [[Merregon_Legionnaire|Merregon]] followers, his displacer beast, and himself (+8)
'''Camp/Conversation'''
* After learning about his scars, let him that of course you'll help.


==== Act Three ====
==== Act Three ====
'''[[Rivington]]'''
* Volunteer [[Lae'zel]] (or perhaps any companion) to Dribbles' show
* Give Yenna coins or food
* Resist the madness when accepting the monk's curse after delivering his amulet
* Answer [[Zethino]]'s third question with "Most things fear him, actually." }}


===Disapproval===
=== Endings ===
Astarion dislikes displays of weakness and does not like acts of kindness or charity that offer no reward. He disapproves when the player tries to reign him in or restrict him in some way.


The following story and dialogue choices will cause Astarion to lose [[approval]].
== Quest Rewards ==
{{SpoilerBox|1===== Act One ====
{{Spoiler warning}}
'''[[Druid Grove]]'''
''If Cazador is defeated:''
* Agree to help the Tieflings for Wyll
*{{MdRarityItem|Rhapsody}} as loot from Cazador
* Tell Arabella's mother that the druids are overreacting
*{{MdRarityItem|Woe}} as loot from Cazador
* Persuade Kagha to free Arabella
*[[High Security Vault n°3 Key]]
* Swear to take the Wyvern Poison
*[[Szarr Family Ring]]
* Persuade Kagha to fight against the Shadow Druids
''If Cazador is defeated and Astarion does not complete the Rite of Profane Ascension:''
*Aid of [[Ulma]] and the [[Gur]] for [[Gather Your Allies]]
''If Cazador is defeated and Astarion completes the Rite of Profane Ascension:''
*Aid of Astarion's servants of the night for [[Gather Your Allies]]
*Astarion gains the passive feature [[Vampire Ascendant]] which grants the actions {{SAI|Ascendant Bite}} and {{SAI|Misty Escape (Vampire Ascendant)}} and an additional {{DamageText|1d10|Necrotic}} damage to weapon and unarmed attacks


'''[[Sunlit Wetlands]]'''
== Interactions & Scenes ==
* Reveal his identity to the Gur
{{UnderConstruction}}


'''[[Owlbear Nest]]'''
=== In-Party Interactions & Scenes ===
* When Shadowheart asks you not to take the items from the Selunite shrine, say "if you insist"
As a companion while out traveling, Astarion has unique dialogue interactions available during and after certain events. Whenever one is available, he will have a floating [ ! ] icon above him.


'''[[Zhentarim Hideout]]'''
==== Act One ====
* Purchase the artist at the Zhentarim Hideout
 
'''[[Crèche Y'llek]]'''
* When convincing [[Varsh Ko'kuu]] to give you the Githyanki egg, tell him you will raise it as your own or find a more forgiving creche (-1)
 
'''[[Grymforge]]'''
* Use [[Persuasion]] to convince Skickpit you're willing to kill his slavers.
* Stand up for the deep gnome slaves when they're threatened by [[Nere]] once he's freed.
* Convince [[Elder Brithvar]] to free the deep gnomes after the fight with [[Nere]].


'''Camp/Conversations'''
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=dRiHI8fMchEazdey First Meeting with Astarion]
* Forbid him to drink blood from other people.
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=qKoEV1vA3tYGuqaL&t=852 Boar Discovery Scene]
* Give Gale [[Necromancy of Thay]] or destroy it.
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=vBrE-HsYA33svyZp&t=3920 Lathander's Lance Scene]
* Reject him during the Party.
* [https://youtu.be/ytvhOR0Hj-Q?si=o1LewIwKx6IbhSCe Astarion Barn Scene]
*<nowiki> Say "He's only a cambion, we can handle him" after you first meet with [Raphael]] (Note: this dialogue option only appears if you are a </nowiki>[[Warlock]])
* Letting [[Volo]] follow through with his attempt to remove the parasite


==== Act Two ====
==== Act Two ====
* Free [[Dolly Dolly Dolly|Dolly]] from the [[Moonlantern]] carried by [[Kar'niss]]


'''[[Ruined Battlefield]]'''
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=V2941P24HWpLMKfq&t=4793 Raphael at Last Light Scene]
* Tell [[Harper Lassandra]] that you can aid in traversing the darkness (Wizard only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=eg-yHM1BtjMCn_Q2&t=4910 "Why Ask Raphael?" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=hbBp-poQzDLbgh5K&t=4948 "Brothers and Sisters" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=gvx0ULBfZ3l76SXf&t=5000 Making Raphael's Deal]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=uGht3ylIKt5JXcwt&t=5054 Post Raphael Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=h1ly7SXExc-Aw_2h&t=5081 Post Yurgir Fight Conversation]


'''[[Last Light Inn]]'''
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=bw5PWCbQRJlBXmKf&t=5512 Ritual Whereabouts & Implications Conversation]
* Drink the wine when talking to [[Jaheira]] inside
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=yRhoykOm38IxxgSO&t=5698 Araj Oblodra Scene (No bite)]
* Warn [[Isobel]] that [[Marcus]] plans to kidnap her
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=Mruvdz7nNIhZP-SB&t=5938 Araj Oblodra Scene (With bite)]


'''[[Moonrise Towers]]'''
==== Act Three ====
* Convince Astarion to drink the blood of [[Araj Oblodra]].
* Offer [[Fezzerk]] a fair fight.
* Tell the guards to release [[Fezzerk]].
* Give up all your gold to [[Gerringothe Thorm]].


'''[[Gauntlet of Shar]]'''
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=sw7qglut3NmZSBUt&t=7102 Gur Camp Conversation]
* Talk to [[Yurgir]] the Orthon instead of attacking immediately (-2)
* [https://youtu.be/Nu-8Wb7BTG0?si=d7GZPx_jsgj0hd3I Astarion Act 3 Breakup Conversation]
* Persuading [[Yurgir]] to let you search the place for him (-2)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=Ky-8nVogMSS3yTTU&t=7516 Shapeshifter Conversation]
* Agree to peace with the rats after interacting with the broken effigy.}}
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=tc1Z8KXhWey25gu8&t=7532 Worried about Cazador Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/-FI0NbbwC7M?si=39FAv-nOjHyWeikt Love Test Scene] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=4aITOZUtPAxm_g3L&t=8338 Drow Twins Invite (Rejection, romanced)] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=4-Q5mvztCyMvvfLz&t=8380 Drow Twins Invite (Accepted, romanced)] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=-rSrZmP_qC9zZa8n&t=8543 Petras and Dalyria at the Flophouse Scene]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=SPQFQNWz6txBqWUb&t=9063 City in the Daylight Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=iuCnP0VmAW1rZ0ah&t=9692 Astarion Enters Cazador's Palace]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=--wz9oir7UpwBG5z&t=9841 Astarion Confronts Godey]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=ncT7ULBGV65k_IVz&t=9944 Werewolf encounter]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=A0li_RHBSrI0k_Tp&t=9985 Finding the elevator]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=7sXAttd2cLuXaY6f&t=10017 Finding Cazador's Dungeon]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=A4WdrN2Q0CQmigXQ&t=10055 Astarion Meets Sebastian]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=dltldEzlCyCrFT9Y&t=10333 Astarion Meets the Gur Children]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=IG31nTaF2bzhM1gR&t=10684 Post Sebastian Discussion]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=u4TJl9ipJfu_n6yV&t=10905 Post Gur Children Discussion]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=HQqbsBqbEZRbBzya&t=11038 Astarion Confronts Cazador]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=ZYLLinIBUek7CDE2&t=11316 Astarion Kills Cazador (Stays spawn, other spawn freed)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=XdJe4D2Dk1NTZgWt&t=11740 Astarion Ascends]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=MyKmwhrHYnmCVWp4&t=12014 Astarion Ascension Interrupted]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=n5SvA3xusO3Bk6Z2&t=12093 Astarion Forced to Stay Spawn (other spawn stay trapped)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=qUad_kybmckOoveZ&t=12291 Astarion Spawn decision (kept in cells or killed)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=wsnIDGoNi78Ou27t&t=12444 Spawn Astarion "I feel numb" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=vrMkZU0p7Aq8ccP4&t=12571 Spawn Astarion and Gur Post Cazador Scene]
* [https://youtu.be/8d2G9pnucdA?si=rYMlEo1hv-ux67oK Ascended Astarion and Gur Post Cazador Scene]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=GEF7zzrJYhsgUCZ4&t=13721 Second Araj Oblodra Encounter]
* [https://youtu.be/CH1pGeFk4GQ?si=R1duC2iuyYWBvJMR Spawn Astarion Act 3 Breakup #2] (Spawn route, romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/sT11-zG9gdU?si=g7zaCIG2c9qgLJ0E Ascended Astarion Breakup Conversations] (Ascended route, romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=LPVVSNTcJ0LjuiqF&t=14193 Before Final Battle Conversation] (Spawn route, romance)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=hLJuPzsg65Q1qSmY&t=14243 Astral Prism Conversations] (Spawn route, romance)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=tJrnFjtZj9cwGCni&t=14747 High Hall Reaction]


===Romance===
=== Camp Interactions & Scenes ===
: ''{{icon|Prerequisite_Icon.png|24px}}{{color|#c9b500|Players should be aware that Astarion's romance and conversations in general hold mentions of and allusions to various types of abuse, manipulation, and sexual assault.}}
As a companion, Astarion has unique dialogue interactions and cutscenes available at camp. Whenever one is available, he will have a floating [ ! ] icon above him.


The following section explains Astarion's romance.
==== Act One ====
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*After the cutscene of Astarion sneaking away at night triggers, the player can find an exsanguinated boar at the bridge before the [[Blighted Village]], to the far right path of the signpost saying "Moonhaven" (north of the village), or just after the dialogue with Auntie Ethel at the entrance of Sunlit Wetlands (south of the village). The following long rest, the player will wake up to Astarion trying to drink their blood. He will approve of the player saying they trust him, and further approve of them letting him drink their blood. Note that if the player doesn't successfully stop him the '''second''' time the choice is presented, the player will die. They can simply be revived using a revivify scroll later. Note that players do not need to be aware Astarion is a vampire to sleep with him later on; not triggering this scene will not affect the romance.


*Getting a substantial lead, either the location of the Githyanki Crèche from [[Zorru]], Priestess Gut from [[Sazza]], or learning about Halsin's possible whereabouts from [[Nettie]], will trigger a scene with him later in camp when you talk to him. He remarks how he likes the player, and the player can respond in a flirtatious manner. No approval changes from any options. Note that you may want to wait to trigger this scene till later since the dialogue makes it sound as if he and the player have been travelling together for a while, but that's preference
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=GC3XPpoiCE_3c9l3&t=456 Astarion First Night at Camp Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=eDgGkdQz2xlmEjC6&t=518 Astarion "How do you want to die?" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=1F1zaRULZHhA70Qv&t=609 Astarion Stargazing Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=yphfJsfJU0V2UX16&t=960 First Bite Scene (Tav Survives)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=yiFO2loVyHHH_oM5&t=1246 First Bite Scene Morning After (Tav Survives)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=sVH15bIh4TmUW0dc&t=1442 First Bite Scene (Tav Dies)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=9z7atBgbU51_4FLv&t=1652 First Bite Scene Morning After (Tav Dies)]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=l8uS_c9zT0vRPKY0&t=2245 Astarion "I Drunk a Bear" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=f1gMrvzKO83KNius&t=2804 Astarion "You were my First" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=oslrpmKEZZX49m0D&t=3300 Astarion Mirror Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/w8gbXb5_0UQ?si=aeHpIVuUQNZT3mD0 Astarion First Dream Visitor Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=xXMmkSl63jvJH3_q&t=3577 Astarion Tiefling Party Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=VMaBidxXqKNqKpod&t=3709 Astarion First Romance Scene] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/jPMX9bM6oxM?si=wArR2-psRI9OKxF- Astarion Second Dream Visitor Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=KfPHgR8N3bPEUrUQ&t=4049 Astarion Scars Scene]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=89qa04KULF09mc8f&t=4400 Astarion "Favorite Lines" Conversation] (Romance only)


*A scene can be triggered at camp where Astarion says he has fed on a bear, the following conversation nets no approval changes but he makesa few playful quips to the player and they can do so in turn. The parameters for trigger this is unclear at the moment (possibly average-good relationship), but you at least need to know he is a vampire
==== Act Two ====


*If the player allows Astarion to kill [[Gandrel]], the gur monster hunter who can be found to the left of the [[Riverside Teahouse]], you can talk to him to trigger a conversation where he invites the player to have sex with him; no approval changes for the dialogue in favor of it. To get the dialogue to kill Gandrel: know Astarion is a vampire before triggering the convo, then ask Gandrel what he is hunting, then picking "Only a spawn? Pity. Not like he's a real vampire." then picking either the first or second option.
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=qcEHuFJeBlozrpg7&t=4586 Astarion "I Feel a Connection" Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=i8xJi8KlXeQ3Ksma&t=5127 Raphael Reveals the Truth Scene]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=YmOvwTYIadrSAUh7&t=5321 Post Reveal Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=UDXcmUDUm5fgHsSs&t=6015 Post Araj Conversation/Confession (No bite)] (Act 2 romance scene variant, romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=gCgOSj-t74EA6AaH&t=6314 Post Araj Conversation/Coerced sex scene (No bite)] (Act 2 breakup scene, romance route only)
* [https://youtu.be/yPh_nE43KOU?si=gyiXExP1FxT9f6GP Post Araj Conversation Breakup (With bite)] (Act 2 breakup scene, romance route only)
* [https://youtu.be/xV2eBX1KHY8?si=3WE08xWDpQoGMzOe Astarion Post Yurgir Confession/Act 2 Romance Scene] (Act 2 romance scene variant, romance only)
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60Dbasj1JzU&ab_channel=FlowerVendor Post Araj Conversation (No bite, non-romanced)]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYVmQitPm_I&ab_channel=PerfectParadox Post Araj Conversation (With bite, non-romanced)]


A similar scene with the same outcomes should trigger when the player reaches Good approval with Astarion, even without dealing with the Gur{{verify}}
==== Act Three ====


*The above mentioned conversation will trigger a sex scene after you go to sleep, but the dialogue and scene are that of the tiefling party. The scene has no approval besides him approving if you sleep with him, but if you act as if you don't trust him he will be upset and leave rather than sleeping with the player. The player will wake the next morning to Astarion standing shirtless, back turned to them, and can make a playful quip before asking him about the scars on his back; no approval changes.
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=JejtJ6fUQhtfYt-H&t=6714 Astarion Discussing Cazador before the City Conversation]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=XuaCspXbw3IV_cgo&t=7007 Astarion on Nature of Dream Visitor]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=jr0A3qrv3xYSlh99&t=9087 Vampire Spawn Attack Camp Scene]
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=04RNuAeQtqMKDA_H&t=12672 Graveyard Scene (Spawn route, Act 3 romance scene)] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/9O54rjYXaxM?si=E8Rkr7U4xQO6ZVYq&t=13324 Morning After Defeating Cazador Conversation (Spawn route, romance version)] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/kXIWz65Bde4?si=SOE2yVLzZTRuyiVb Ascended Astarion makes Tav his Spawn (Ascendant route, romance)] (Romance only)
* [https://youtu.be/5IrjtN8T4eQ?si=qg4nbk1HHND2v4gC Morning After Ascended Astarion makes Tav his Spawn (Ascendant route, romance)] (Romance only)


*As early as [[Chapter One]], a scene can trigger where Astarion is looking into a mirror. The player may compliment him on anything to effectively “flirt” with him, aside from his moles and smile lines (this will lead to him being upset and leaving). This does not affect approval
=== NPC Interactions ===
Either as an [[Origins|origin]], or in the party as a [[Companions|companion]], Astarion has unique interactions and special dialogue with the following characters, listed by the act they are first encountered in:


*At either the goblin or the tiefling party, the player can agree to sleep with Astarion afterwards. It will trigger the above mentioned sex scene if this is the first time the player has slept with him. During the actual sex scene, the player can opt to show him their neck (if they are aware he is a vampire) to him to gain approval points, or not for no approval changes. The next morning, the player will awake to see Astarion standing, back turned to them. They can make a few quips (no approval changes) and/or ask him about the scars on his back (no approval changes).
==== Act One ====


*If the player has already slept with Astarion, then talking with Astarion at the party will result in a much more familiar conversation, where he can even tell the player he loves them, though he is just using shallow charm (no approval changes). Agreeing to sleep with him again will simply end the night as per usual, sex is simply implied.
* [[Gimblebock]]


<big>'''''Heavy Chapter 2 and 3 Spoilers Ahead'''''
* [[Gandrel]]
</big>
* [[Abdirak]]
{{SpoilerBox|
* [[Auntie Ethel]]
Heading into Chapter 2 and 3, it is important to note that some choices you make, Astarion will disapprove of, but they may be for the "better". Disapproval of an action will not lock you out of romance scenes, and he may even change his outlook on your actions later on.


*The next substantial scene with Astarion happens after the player goes to bed after talking to [[Araj Oblodra]] with Astarion in the party. She is a vendor located on the main floor of [[Moonrise Towers]]. Players can pick whichever option they feel suits how they want their relationship with Astarion to be. Picking options that manipulate Astarion into having sex with you simply for pleasure will be followed by a cutscene where Astarion breaks up with the player.
==== Act Two ====


A similar scene with the same outcomes will trigger if your approval with Astarion is maxed in Chapter 2, even if you don't talk to Araj{{verify}}
* [[Raphael]]
* [[Araj Oblodra]]
* [[Yurgir]]


*Once the party successfully completes [[Kill Raphael's Old Enemy]], Raphael will inform Astarion about the nature of his scars and the player can then talk with Astarion about the information revealed. It is important to ponder how you want to proceed with this, as it will change Astarion's fate and the dynamic of his relationship with the player.
==== Act Three ====


*At [[Circus of the Last Days]] there is a dryad, [[Zethino]], who will conduct a love test for the player for a fee. You can ask Astarion to take part in it and you will be transported to a woodsy area and asked questions about him. You may choose to respond however you wish, but choosing two or more from "I don't think he's ever been happy.", "He's happy right now, look at that smile!", "Me", "A nice, tasty rat.", and "Sharp, wooden sticks." will result in Astarion being upset. Note that picking more "genuine" options "Freedom", and "Forever feeling like a slave to someone", will result in an 'Astarion Disapproves' message popping up, but are still considered correct answers.
* [[Zethino]]
* [[Nym Orlith]]
* [[Sorn Orlith]]
* [[Ulma]]
* [[Petras]]
* [[Dalyria]]
* [[Leon]]
* [[Aurelia]]
* [[Violet]]
* [[Yousen]]
* [[Sebastian]]
* [[Chessa]]
* [[Cazador]]


*Once you have made it past out of the Shadow-Cursed Lands, the player can find Astarion's fellow spawn in Fraygo's Flophouse near the Southspan of Wyrm's Crossing waypoint. If the player did not interact with them, then long resting a couple times in the area should trigger a scene where they come talk to you at camp.{{verify}} The player is free to choose any responses they want, but may see disapproval pop up at certain choices. His siblings will attack the party, and afterwards he will talk to the player. Again, you may choose to respond however you feel.
== Loot ==
Astarion can be killed and looted upon meeting, and he will drop the same loot as starting equipment.


*Once the player confronts Cazador, they may choose what outcome they want. They can convince Astarion to simply kill Cazador instead of performing the rite himself, or he can perform the rite and become a Vampire Ascendant. Note that if he goes through with the rite, everyone in the cells will die. An additional note: Astarion becoming the Vampire Ascendant will completely change how he acts towards everything, including the player. He will be more controlling and forceful, more stereotypical "evil tyrant". Some players may be uncomfortable with such a dynamic, so be sure to pick carefully.  
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*{{MdRarityItem|Camp Supply Sack}}
*After the conclusion of the rite, a scene with Astarion will be triggered depending on the outcome. If he went through with the rite, the player can tell him they would like to be a vampire like him, and he can and will turn the player into his spawn. The player is, as always, free to choose whatever options they want following, but becoming Astarion's spawn means you can no longer break up with him. The option is there to try, but he will not let you go.
*{{MdRarityItem|Keychain}}
 
*{{MdRarityItem|Alchemy Pouch}}
*If he did not go through with the rite, he will tell the player he would like to show them something outside the city, and take them to see his grave. You're free to choose any options you want, but note that accepting to sleep with him will result in an extra bit of dialogue where he tells the player he loves them.
*{{MdRarityItem|Dagger}}
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*{{MdRarityItem|Shortbow}}
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*{{MdRarityItem|Padded Armor|override_icon=Padded_Armour_(Astarion)_Icon.png|override_rarity=common}}
 
*{{MdRarityItem|Leather Boots}}
==Trivia==
*{{MdRarityItem|Astarion's Eccentric Clothes}}
*Astarion is voiced by [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0627667/?ref_=tt_cl_t_4 Neil Newbon].
*{{MdRarityItem|Astarion's Underwear}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Tasteful Boots}}
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*{{MdRarityItem|Scroll of Revivify}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Potion of Healing}} x2
*{{MdRarityItem|Grease Bottle}} x2
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==Achievements==
{{Achievement|Just a Nibble}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery heights="250px" mode="packed">
<gallery heights="200">
File:Astarion-beta.png|Astarion's appearance pre-release.
File:Astarion Model.webp|Base model.
File:Astarion-ea.jpg|Astarion during ''Early Access''.
File:Astarion Model Camp.png|Camp model.
File:Astarion-promotional.webp|Astarion's promotional art.
File:Astarion Model Underwear.png|Underwear model.
Astarion Model.png|Astarion's model
File:Astarion Model Ascended.png|Ascended Model.
File:Astarion Model EA.png|Early Access model.
File:Astarion Default.webp|Appearance in the character creator.
File:Edward-vanderghote-astarion-portrait.png|Portrait by Edward Vanderghote.
File:Astarion-promotional.webp|Promotional art.
File:Astarion-beta.png|Appearance pre-release.
File:Astarion-ea.jpg|During ''Early Access''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==External Links==
== Notes ==
{{notebegin}}
* Can be spoken to with {{SmallIcon|Speak with Dead Icon.png}} [[Speak with Dead]].
* The inscription on Astarion's gravestone reads "Astarion Ancunín: 229 - 268 DR 468 DR -", as per the game's devnotes.
* Astarion was 39 years old when Cazador turned him.
*BG3 Senior writer Stephen Rooney is the creator & main writer of Astarion.
* Astarion's background changed throughout Early Access and the released physical character sheets: originally, his background was listed as "Noble", then it was listed as "Trickster Hedonist" in the Character Creation screen during the Release Showcase Panel, and then "Courtesan" on the physical character sheet, with "Charlatan" accompanying the game's official release.
{{noteend}}
 
==External links==
*{{FRWiki|Astarion|long}}
*{{FRWiki|Astarion|long}}
* [https://media.dndbeyond.com/compendium-images/claims/bg3/char-sheets/BG3-Astarion-Sheet.pdf Astarion's free D&D Character sheet PDF on D&D Beyond]


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Astarion is an Origin character and a companion in Baldur's Gate 3. He is a High Elf Rogue with the Charlatan background, specialising in Stealth and Sneak Attacks. He is portrayed by Neil Newbon and was created by Stephen Rooney.

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“
And to think I was ready to decorate the ground with your innards. Apologies.
 „
— Astarion, apologising after a misunderstanding

Overview[edit | edit source]

Background[edit | edit source]

Astarion prowled the night as a vampire spawn for two centuries in Baldur's Gate, enslaved by a sadistic vampire lord named Cazador Szarr until he was snatched away by the mind flayers on the Nautiloid and tadpoled. Now he can walk in the sunlight, wade through water, enter homes uninvited, and resist his master's compulsions. Astarion now has a chance at a new life where he can make his own choices, and possibly gain the true freedom and safety he so desperately seeks.

Starting Class[edit | edit source]

Astarion starts as a Rogue. Upon reaching level three, he will default to the Arcane Trickster subclass.

Special Features[edit | edit source]

Companion Quest[edit | edit source]

Main article: The Pale Elf

Astarion's companion quest is called The Pale Elf. His story unravels as he explores his newfound freedom and how he can keep it, as well as coming to terms with the abuse inflicted on him, and the harm he has inflicted on others.

Recruitment[edit | edit source]

Recruitable in Act One.

Astarion can be found standing on a road west of the crashed Nautiloid in the Wilderness. When found, a scene will play where he asks for help defeating an Intellect Devourer. Afterwards, he can be asked to join the party.

Approval[edit | edit source]

Main article: Astarion/approval
Astarion Approves

Astarion approves of displays of power and cruelty, and appreciates snarkiness and mocking. He is inspired when the player gains access to areas or information by deceiving others. The player does not have to be "evil" to gain his approval, however — he approves when the player makes choices that support independence and autonomy, are understanding toward his past, and when the player helps certain characters in need.

Astarion disapproves of displays of weakness and does not like acts of kindness or charity that offer no reward. He also disapproves when the player tries to restrict him or deny him his autonomy.

Romance[edit | edit source]

See main article: Astarion/Romance

Astarion can be romanced by characters of any gender. His romance deals heavily with his personal character growth, his relationship with intimacy, his discovery of what he wants in life, and the reclaiming of his autonomy. Astarion's romance also has different outcomes depending on the choices made at the end of his companion quest.

Description[edit | edit source]

Appearance[edit | edit source]

Astarion is a high elf vampire spawn that appears to be in his late 30s despite being multiple centuries old. He is approximately 5'11" tall, physically fit, and has sharp facial features. He has pale, pallid-looking skin with dark circles and bags under his crimson red eyes, as well as smile lines around his mouth and a faint beauty mark on his right cheek. He also has long pointed ears, well-manicured nails, and medium length, white-silver curly hair that is styled with pomade and curls around his ears. He has a bite-mark scar on the left side of his neck from when his old master Cazador Szarr originally bit him to turn him into a vampire, and covering most of his back, Astarion has a myriad of scars that were carved into him by Cazador. When it comes to clothes and shoes, Astarion's choice in attire is usually on the fancier side, choosing often to wear elaborate doublets and leather chaps with embroidered leather shoes. He takes meticulous care to embroider and repair the clothing that he owns, keeping it in good condition as best he can. Astarion is also very mindful of his hygiene and physical appearance overall, especially regarding his hair, nails, skin, and clothing.

Personality[edit | edit source]

Astarion's personality at the start is very much influenced by his own background as an upper middle class high elf magistrate and his time spent as a vampire spawn slave under Cazador Szarr. Astarion is very charming, eloquent, cunning, witty, sarcastic, and practical. But, having been forced to be out for himself and having felt abandoned by the world and its heroes, Astarion is also very bitter, cynical, self-centered, manipulative, distrustful, prejudiced, and vengeful. His top priorities are his own autonomy, his own safety, and his revenge on Cazador. He is largely apathetic toward the feelings of others and has little interest in helping them for no reward, as he feels that if he didn't get help, nobody else should. He also holds prejudices against the Gur people and small races such as gnomes.

Astarion at the beginning is also very fear-motivated and has a low self-worth, despite his confident and arrogant persona. He will attempt to manipulate others with sex to get them on his side so that he has protection from Cazador, as he believes sex is all he is good for and it is one of few ways he knows how to form relationships with other people. He is also willing to do almost anything to gain power or advantage so that he can secure his own safety and avoid being under Cazador's control again, even if it means trampling over others or doing something he finds personally distasteful. Although, he has reservations about sacrificing his bodily autonomy even if it means he can gain an advantageous power.

However, as the story progresses, Astarion can develop and change his personality depending on how he is guided during his questline, just like other companions. If Astarion is guided down a good path where his fears, beliefs, and unhealthy behaviors, are not wholly validated, he will grow into his best self by beginning to deconstruct his cynical worldview, learning to truly value and stand up for himself, showing empathy and care toward others, reconciling with those he has hurt in the past, developing a healthy relationship with sex and romance, forming genuine bonds with other people that he trusts, breaking the cycle of abuse, and healing from his trauma. But, if Astarion is led down a bad path where his behaviors, fears, and beliefs are validated and encouraged, he will instead become the very worst version of himself, a fearful, power-hungry, and abusive man who has repressed his trauma and continued the abuse cycle.

Gameplay[edit | edit source]

Astarion's default class is rogue. He can cast the Fire Bolt cantrip as a high elf, and as a vampire spawn he has access to a unique Vampire Bite, however this action does not appear until after the party finds out about his vampirism.

Proficiencies[edit | edit source]

Equipment proficiencies

Save proficiencies

Skill proficiencies

Unlockable bonuses[edit | edit source]

The following bonuses and actions are unlockable through certain decisions in Astarion's companion quest:

History[edit | edit source]

Pre-Vampirism[edit | edit source]

Astarion was a young magistrate in Baldur's Gate, until one day he was assaulted and almost killed by a gang of Gur because of a ruling he had handed down. The vampire lord, Cazador Szarr, who had taken interest in him, approached Astarion while he was dying and turned him into one of his slaves – a vampire spawn.

Life as Cazador's Spawn[edit | edit source]

After being turned, Astarion and his vampire spawn "siblings" lived at the Szarr Palace in the Upper City. And being vampire spawn, Astarion and his "siblings" were completely subservient to Cazador, bound to him through the bond of creator and creation. Cazador could use this power to completely control Astarion and the others, and he imposed three main commands onto his spawn. 1. "Thou must not drink from thinking creatures, 2. "Thou must never leave my side, unless commanded," and 3. "Thou must obey me in all things." Astarion and the other spawn could not physically refuse these commands. Cazador would then use this power and these "rules" to physically and emotionally abuse and torture Astarion for centuries, and any form of attempted resistance or escape was met with harsh punishment. For example, Astarion was once sealed away in a coffin, starving, for over a year because he had tried to disobey one of Cazador's commands. Also, the abuse inflicted onto Astarion and the other spawn was brutal and frequent. They were physically tortured and had "poetry" carved into their backs by Cazador, they were frequently emotionally abused as Cazador would play mind games on them, they would be fed dead rats and bugs, they would be commanded to physically torture themselves and the other spawn, they would be starved for long periods of time, and also be forced to venture out into the Lower City to seduce people and engage in sexual activity with them so that they could lure them back to Szarr Palace to later be fed on by Cazador.

However, while out in a city tavern seducing a young noble to bring back to Cazador, Astarion was abducted by the rogue Nautiloid and was tadpoled alongside other victims.

Story Involvement[edit | edit source]

The Pale Elf[edit | edit source]

See main article: The Pale Elf
The Pale Elf is Astarion's personal quest. It is added to the journal upon recruiting him, and it spans all three acts of the game.

Act One[edit | edit source]

Act Two[edit | edit source]

Act Three[edit | edit source]

Endings[edit | edit source]

Quest Rewards[edit | edit source]

If Cazador is defeated:

If Cazador is defeated and Astarion does not complete the Rite of Profane Ascension:

If Cazador is defeated and Astarion completes the Rite of Profane Ascension:

Interactions & Scenes[edit | edit source]

In-Party Interactions & Scenes[edit | edit source]

As a companion while out traveling, Astarion has unique dialogue interactions available during and after certain events. Whenever one is available, he will have a floating [ ! ] icon above him.

Act One[edit | edit source]

Act Two[edit | edit source]

Act Three[edit | edit source]

Camp Interactions & Scenes[edit | edit source]

As a companion, Astarion has unique dialogue interactions and cutscenes available at camp. Whenever one is available, he will have a floating [ ! ] icon above him.

Act One[edit | edit source]

Act Two[edit | edit source]

Act Three[edit | edit source]

NPC Interactions[edit | edit source]

Either as an origin, or in the party as a companion, Astarion has unique interactions and special dialogue with the following characters, listed by the act they are first encountered in:

Act One[edit | edit source]

Act Two[edit | edit source]

Act Three[edit | edit source]

Loot[edit | edit source]

Astarion can be killed and looted upon meeting, and he will drop the same loot as starting equipment.

Achievements[edit | edit source]

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Just a Nibble
Let Astarion bite you - ouch.


Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Base model.

    Base model.

  • Camp model.

    Camp model.

  • Underwear model.

    Underwear model.

  • Ascended Model.

    Ascended Model.

  • Early Access model.

    Early Access model.

  • Appearance in the character creator.

    Appearance in the character creator.

  • Portrait by Edward Vanderghote.

    Portrait by Edward Vanderghote.

  • Promotional art.

    Promotional art.

  • Appearance pre-release.

    Appearance pre-release.

  • During Early Access.

    During Early Access.

Notes[edit | edit source]

  • Can be spoken to with Speak with Dead.
  • The inscription on Astarion's gravestone reads "Astarion Ancunín: 229 - 268 DR 468 DR -", as per the game's devnotes.
  • Astarion was 39 years old when Cazador turned him.
  • BG3 Senior writer Stephen Rooney is the creator & main writer of Astarion.
  • Astarion's background changed throughout Early Access and the released physical character sheets: originally, his background was listed as "Noble", then it was listed as "Trickster Hedonist" in the Character Creation screen during the Release Showcase Panel, and then "Courtesan" on the physical character sheet, with "Charlatan" accompanying the game's official release.

External links[edit | edit source]


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