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Minsc isn't the brightest but he is brave and loyal and has the cutest familiar - Boo

Greetings

Depending on their approval rating, Minsc may greet the player with:

Negative (<0):

  • "What."
  • "What is it you want?"

Neutral and above - In camp (0+):

  • "What is it my friend?"
  • "A little rest to brush the road from Boo's fur, and then back to our adventuring."
  • "You come to speak of the last time Minsc stood watch? The snoring, it was Boo!"
  • "You will grow to like Jaheira's incense in time. Like - chewing herbs and soap, yes?"
  • "Make sure you are refreshed before we set out again, friend. The road to justice is paved with kicked buttocks."

Neutral and above (0+) - In party

  • "Why do we stop, my friend? There is evil somewhere with its small-pants yet unsoiled."
  • "What? Minsc has the itch that only a butt can scratch! A kicked butt, I mean."
  • "Stop wriggling, Boo, and prick up your ears."
  • "Yes, my friend?"

Approval

The following story and dialogue choices will cause Minsc to gain approval.

Ico knownSpells lvl 03.png Act 3 Spoilers! This section reveals details about the story of Baldur's Gate 3.

Act Three

Rivington

Note: This option is available only if Orin is not impersonating the Thug

Note: This option is available only if Orin is not impersonating Rowan

  • Agree to chase refugees out from Arfur's Mansion for half-price, and punch Zenovia Dawg when she tries to extort full sum from you Minsc approves +1 (requires failing Persuasion roll against her first)

At the Sword Coast Couriers:

Circus of the Last Days

  • At the entrance, convince Klaus to let you in, bribing him, using Persuasion, Intimidation, Deception or any class-based option except pretending to be a friend of Gortash'sMinsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, say you used to be a murderer Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as an Archfey Warlock, first say that you never pass up a faerie mischief Minsc approves +1
  • Speaking with Zara the mummy, say you don't understand her, and then mime her grunting Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Akabi the djinni:

  • Tell him that he is VERY LOUD. Minsc approves +1
  • Play the game and accuse the djinni of rigging the wheel Minsc approves +1
    • If successful, play again and try to distract Akabi, letting out a loud fart Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Bard, ask him about his adventures Minsc approves +1
    • OR Provoke him to transform you Minsc approves +1
  • After returning from jungle, talk to the djinni again and say you have had much fun OR promise he will pay for it Minsc approves +1 (either option)
  • Talking to Boney the mephit, call his wife Stoney magnificent Minsc approves +1
    • OR Note that she's a lot bigger than himself Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Druid, say they both are magnificent Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say she's not your type Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Popper the kobold trader:

Note: Class-based Deception lines for Wizard, Warlock or Sorcerer do not give approval [Needs Verification]

  • Playing as a Paladin or a Cleric, tell him that graverobbing is a profane act Minsc approves +1
  • If talking to Popper after defeating false Dribbles, say that offering 'treatoes' now is a bit callous. Minsc approves +1

Dealing with caged beasts:

  • Talking to Shadow-Whiskers, break the lock on her cage. Minsc approves +1 (works with or without Speak with Animals Speak with Animals)
  • Talking to Crimson, give him some meat OR promise to bring it later (if you don't have any in inventory) Minsc approves +1 (either option)
    • After defeating false Dribbles, talk to Crimson again and scold the circus staff for starving him OR propose to open his cage up.Minsc approves +1 (either option)
    • OR, Say you'd have killed him before he hurts anyone else Minsc approves +1

Watching Dribbles's show:

  • Say "What a corny joke." Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Bard, interrupt him with your own pun Minsc approves +1
  • Volunteer any companion to the stage as Dribbles's assistant, except Minsc himself and Astarion Minsc approves +1
    • Then insist on your choice and cheer them Minsc approves +1 (including unique lines for Minthara and Jaheira)

Note: If you volunteer Astarion to the stage, you'll get Minsc approves +2  instead of  [+1]  each time

  • If going on stage yourself, suggest any available explanation on why you're special, except "something about my brain" and unique line for The Dark Urge Minsc approves +1

Talking to Lucretious:

  • When she's training up skeletons (before fighting doppelgangers), tell her that she is being a little harsh Minsc approves +1
  • After defeating false Dribbles, tell her that killing clowns is a rare treat Minsc approves +1
  • When Lucretious asks you to find real Dribbles, answer that you are expensive Minsc approves +1
  • When you deliver her Dribbles's remains, say it was pleasure to meet her Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask whether she is hiring personnel Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Orin's guises:

  • If Orin is impersonating Gyldro Angleiron, tell her you would never kill someone you cared about. Minsc approves +1

Note: When playing as Karlach or Wyll origin, this option will have an unique formulation, but still take its place (line 3)

    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, tell her you do all you can to keep your loved ones safe from your blade Minsc approves +1
  • If Orin is impersonating Fist Rowan, tell her that one can't just kill innocent people Minsc approves +1

Note: This line goes for the Custom origin (Tav). If playing as any other Origin, except Dark Urge, it might have unique formulation

    • OR Tell her that you're going to report to the commanding officer Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, tell her that mindless slaughter is not the answer Minsc approves +1
  • If Orin is impersonating Dying Stone Lord Thug, succeed a passive DC 20 Perception check, and then:
  • Say you'll stay with him until the end Minsc approves +2
    • OR Say you'll make it quick Minsc approves +2
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, resist the urge to torment him Minsc approves +2


Open Hand Temple

Wyrm's Crossing

Note: It may take several sequential attempts to speak with Naaber to get to this dialogue.

Wyrm's Rock Fortress At the Flaming Fist barracks:

  • Convince the Flaming Fist quartermaster Arkleia Oloril to trade with you. Minsc approves +1

When you spot Fist Reynash trying to open a chest:

  • Wake other guards Minsc approves +1

Note: Waking guards gains approval only after discovering by any available means that Reynash was stealing from others.

  • OR Give Reynash 300 gold to take the ferry Minsc approves +1

Speaking to Manip Bakshi (regardless if you succeeded a check to discover Reynash's thieving attempt or not):

  • Successfully detect his thoughts and pretend to be a new recruit Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell him you've spotted another guard on stealing Minsc approves +1
  • Agree to leave barracks (or let him escort you out) Minsc approves +1

At the Audience Hall:

Note: This dialogue appears only if Karlach is not in the party

  • Playing as The Dark Urge, when Gortash explains your previous dealings, answer that you've come to end this evil plot Minsc approves +1
  • Refuse to make an alliance with him and confirm your decision Minsc approves +1
    • OR Threaten to "end this here" Minsc approves +1 (Immediately starts a combat with Gortash and all the guards and Steel Watchers)
  • Tell Gortash that you have no interest in this sham of a coronation Minsc approves +1
    • At the climax of the ceremony, prepare to object, and then do declare that Gortash and Ravengard are with the Absolute Minsc approves +1 (Immediately starts a combat with Gortash and all the guards and Steel Watchers)
  • After killing Orin, speak to Gortash and surrender two your Netherstones to him, then fight when he attacks afterwards Minsc approves +1

Talking to Duke Ravengard after the coronation:

  • Ask him whether the "new dawn" is what they call tyranny now Gale approves +1
    • OR Tell the Duke that Florrick sent you, then probe Ravengard's mind to discover councellor's location, and tell him that Gortash is a tyrant Gale approves +1
    • OR Ask Ravengard whether he knows that he is infected Gale approves +1
  • As a Baldurian character, ask what has happened to the city's great hero Gale approves +1


Lower City

  • X: -166 Y: -75 Play with the children.
    • Requires Perception Check DC 7, spot Cinnamon's "Spy Candy". Minsc approves +1
    • Allow Punkins to scan you. Minsc approves +1
  • Give the strange beggar Sacrum north of Beehive General Goods 5 gold. Minsc approves +1, then give another 100 gold. Minsc approves +1
  • Pay the Captain at the Grey Harbour Docks to keep the Brislen family together or Persuade or Intimidate him to bring the father along. Minsc approves +1
  • Say "Don't be rude to your dog. He's doing a great job running" when you speak with Albert at the western entrance to Bloomridge Park. Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Bhaal you would rather die than be his servant.
  • Speaking to Araj Oblodra at Crimson Draughts, ask Astarion if he wishes to leave.

The Blushing Mermaid

  • Tell Auntie Ethel to release Vanra immediately.
  • Say "That's it - cough her up, hag."

Cazador's Dungeon

  • When Sebastian asks what happens to us, say "We'll set you free" or "That depends on you". Minsc approves +1

Chromatic Scale

The Counting House

  • Give the beggar in front of the Counting House a handful of coins.
  • When speaking to Rakath Glitterbeard about losing innocent people's money, intimidate him, "I'd listen to him. Before his hamster has to give him a head rub." Minsc approves +1

Elerrathin's Home

  • When speaking with Rion for the first time, tell her "Not in this lifetime." Minsc approves +1
  • (Requires Jaheira in the party) Tell Rion that "There are refugees outside. They'll need protection." when asked what to do. Minsc approves +1

Elfsong Tavern

Facemaker's Boutique

  • As a ranger, tell Dolor that there's only one way to treat rabid animals.
  • After dispatching Dolor, tell Devella Fountainhead that you have a hand and that you'll investigate the Murder Tribunal.

Guildhall

  • When talking to Roah Moonglow as the Zhentarim are trying to seize control of the guild, reply to her that "You're mistaken. Minsc of Rashamen always knows the right thing to do." Minsc approves +10
  • When talking to Minsc in Guildhall after resolving the Guildhall conflict, reply to him that "Everyone has the potential for good." or "I'm just trying not to die." Minsc approves +10
  • When talking to Minsc about the meaning of 'nydeshka', successfully persuade him. Minsc approves +10

House of Grief

  • After defeating Viconia speak to her, then kill her. Minsc approves +1

House of Hope

  • When outside of Raphael's Archive, tell Hope that you will get her out before the jailor kills her. Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Haarlep that you are there to kill him when he asks why you're there. Minsc approves +1
  • Free Hope. Minsc approves +1

The Lodge

  • Tell Havkelaag that his experiment with the githyanki egg is barbaric and refuse to sell the egg. Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Blurg bravery is no bad thing and this research might be helpful after rescuing Omeluum. Minsc approves +1

Murder Tribunal

  • Say "We'll find a third way. Would you two like to kill the old man, Minsc, or shall I?" Minsc approves +5
  • When speaking to the Echo of Illasera, tell her "Can't be that quick if someone cut you down." Minsc approves +1

Sorcerous Sundries

  • Tell Aradin to forget about turning in the Nightsong for a reward. Minsc approves +1
  • As a bard, tell Lorroakan that his plan to enslave the Nightsong is unoriginal.
  • Tell Lorroakan that you'll bring the Nightsong to rip him to shreds.
  • When Lorroakan attempts to turn you against Dame Aylin, tell him you came there to stop him.
  • Tell Lorroakan that the last person to try stealing the Nightsong's immortality is dead. Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Yafeu the Djinni to release your companion, please. Minsc approves +1
    • Then say release your 'companion' or die. Minsc approves +1

Steel Watch Foundry

  • Ask Zanner Toobin if he will fight back if the Gondian families were freed. Minsc approves +1

Water Queen's House

Camp/Conversation

  • Tell him that wychlaran to him is the same as a friend. Minsc approves +5

Disapproval

The following story and dialogue choices will cause Minsc to lose approval.

Ico knownSpells lvl 03.png Act 3 Spoilers! This section reveals details about the story of Baldur's Gate 3.

Act Three

Rivington

Circus of the Last Days:

  • At the entrance, convince Klaus to let you in, pretending to be a friend of Gortash's (class-based Deception check) Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talking to Shadow-Whiskers with Speak with Animals Speak with Animals, note that her cage looks comfy. Minsc disapproves -1
    • Then tell her to murder whoever she wants OR say "Sure thing, pussycat".Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
    • Without Speak with Animals Speak with Animals, choose the line "Kill them all, kitty". Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talking to Crimson, refuse to feed him via Speak with Animals Speak with Animals or mock him for being hungry (without the spell) Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
  • Dealing with Akabi, successfully catch him on rigging the wheel, but apologise and say you were mistaken Minsc disapproves -1

Watching Dribbles's show:

  • Yell "Boo! Get off the stage!" Minsc disapproves -1
  • When false Dribbles asks for an assistant, choose to cross your arms and glare Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Just answer "No." Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talk to Lucretious after defeating false Dribbles, and when she asks you to find real clown, say that he is probably dead now Minsc disapproves -1

Dealing with Orin's guises:

  • If Orin is impersonating Gyldro Angleiron, say you would kill someone close to you without hesitation.Minsc disapproves -1

Note: When playing as Lae'zel origin, this option will have an unique formulation, but still take its place (line 4)

  • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, say that you have already done it Minsc disapproves -1 (This option is available if you have killed either Isobel or your partner in Act Two on demand of your Urge)
  • If Orin is impersonating Fist Rowan, tell her that both sides need a lesson Minsc disapproves -1

Note: This line goes for the Custom origin (Tav). If playing as any other Origin, except Dark Urge, it might have unique formulation

  • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, propose to kill and kill again Minsc disapproves -1
  • If Orin is impersonating Dying Stone Lord Thug:
  • Playing as an Evil Cleric, choose to make him suffer Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, choose to prod his wound OR to spin the blade Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
  • If you succeeded a passive DC 20 Perception check, choose to make him scream Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, say that you'll enjoy watching him die slowly Minsc disapproves -1

Wyrm's Rock Fortress At the Flaming Fist barracks:

When you spot Fist Reynash trying to open a chest:

  • Intimidate or blackmail him into giving you his stash Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Fail the Intimidation check to make him surrender his stash Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Manip Bakshi afterwards (regardless if you succeeded a check to discover Reynash's thieving attempt or not), choose to attack him OR let him arrest you Minsc disapproves -1 (either)

At the Audience Hall:

  • Playing as The Dark Urge, when Gortash explains your previous dealings:
    • Say that you'll make Orin pay for taking your place Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Reply that you don't remember a thing, but the plan sounds brilliant Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Gortash after killing Orin, surrender two your Netherstones to him Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say you two can be allies, but you'll keep Ketheric's and Orin's stones Minsc disapproves -1

Murder Tribunal

Flymm Cargo

Grey Harbour Docks

  • Intimidate Big Huido at the Grey Harbour Docks into giving you both the Guild shipment as well as his money. Minsc disapproves -1

House of Hope

  • When outside of Raphael's Archive, tell Hope that she's "as helpful as a blunt dagger." Minsc disapproves -1
  • Vow your body to Haarlep. Minsc disapproves -1

Steel Watch Foundry

  • Tell Zanner Toobin that "killing you all may be a good thing." Minsc disapproves -1