Zariel

Archduchess of Avernus
Zariel
Stats
Level 26
Race	Archdevil
Type	Fiend
Character information
Location	Avernus

Zariel is a fallen angel and the archdevil ruler of Avernus, the first layer of the Nine Hells. She is yet to make a direct appearance in Baldur's Gate 3, but has innumerable impacts on the broader story of the world, and the history of many in-game characters.

Significance

• Zariel is the ruler of Avernus, the first layer of the Nine Hells.
• Zariel is a key player in the so-called Blood War.
• Zariel Tieflings descend from bloodlines affected by Zariel.
• Karlach (an Origin character and companion) has freshly escaped her grasp.

Related Characters

• Karlach
• Commander Zhalk
• Anders
• Mizora

Related Quests

• Servant of None
• Hunt the Devil

Trivia

• Zariel is the main antagonist of the game's prequel D&D Adventure Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus. The adventure takes place 10 years prior to the beginning of Baldur's Gate 3.
• A loading screen tooltip says "Avernus, the first layer of the Nine Hells, is ruled by Zariel - a fallen angel turned archdevil."

External Links

• Zariel on the Forgotten Realms Wiki