How To Romance Lae'zel in BG3

Learn how to build approval with Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3, including her likes/dislikes and how to initiate romance for an intimate encounter.

Alright, so you want to get close to Lae'zel, huh? She's a tough one, but totally doable. Think of her like a warrior who respects strength and confidence. If you're looking to romance her in Baldur's Gate 3, you'll need to play your cards right, focusing on being assertive and, well, a bit arrogant sometimes. Don't worry, it's not as complicated as it sounds, and you can even get intimate with her pretty early on!

First things first, you actually have to recruit Lae'zel. You'll find her in Act 1, held captive by some Tieflings near the Roadside Cliff ruins. You can try to talk your way out of it with some dialogue checks (Deception, Persuasion, or a class-specific option), or you can just shoot the cage. The peaceful route is usually better to avoid an immediate fight, and Lae'zel will appreciate you freeing her. If your party is full, just tell her to wait at camp.

Now, for building that all-important approval. Lae'zel respects confidence and a no-nonsense attitude. Basically, side with her when you can, especially if it involves Githyanki matters or standing up for yourself and your party. She doesn't really care for indecisiveness or distractions like side quests, so try to keep your focus sharp. Interestingly, she also dislikes Shadowheart early on, so siding against Shadowheart can sometimes boost Lae'zel's approval. You don't have to be a total jerk to everyone, but leaning into that assertive, sometimes arrogant, persona will go a long way. You'll need about half of her approval bar filled for the first intimate moment.

Lae’zel’s Likes and Dislikes

To actually sleep with Lae'zel, you'll need decent approval and to have completed a major story event. You can often trigger this in Act 1, even before heading to the Goblin Camp. When you're back at camp, if your approval is high enough, you can initiate by asking her if she's been looking at you differently. This will lead to some flirty dialogue. Just pick the options that keep the conversation going – avoid the