How to Recruit Lae’zel in Baldur’s Gate 3

Recruiting Lae’zel, the Githyanki warrior, in “Baldur’s Gate 3” is straightforward which is great becuase Lae’zel is a great addition to your party. Here’s a step by step guide on where to find and how to recruit Lae’zel in BG3.

Where To Find Lae’zel In Baldur’s Gate 3

Lae’zel first meets you during the prologue when you’re on the Nautiloid. However, she will leave your party only to be later discovered on the Ravaged Beach. To find Lae’zel’s location, explore the Cathedral Ruins and you will soon find her being held captive by two Tieflings.

They’ve caged her, mistaking her for a yellow toad. As you get closer, you’ll engage in a telepathic dialogue with Lae’zel. She’ll demand her freedom, and your reaction to this situation will determine the course of events. Most of your choices will lead to a conflict with the Tieflings. They’re not too powerful, but if you’re playing an Oath of the Ancients Paladin, fighting these Tieflings will cause you to become an Oathbreaker.

Once Lae’zel is free, she’ll demand that you turn on the Tieflings. You’ll be faced with a simple choice: Attack the Tieflings or Attack Lae’zel. Your companions will have varying reactions to this decision. For instance, Astarion will approve of your decision to attack the Tieflings, while Shadowheart will disapprove.

Attack The Tieflings Or Lae’zel?

If you choose to free Lae’zel and fight the Tieflings, Lae’zel will stay near the dead Tieflings. You can then talk to her again to get another shot at recruiting her, or you can just leave her be. However, going through all this work only to avoid recruiting Lae’zel seems counterproductive.

If you’re a Paladin and want to avoid a fight with Damays and Nymessa, you can approach them and pick the following option: “[Paladin] [Deception 10] Your quarry looks dangerous, but I’ve handled worse. Leave it to me, get to safety.” This approach allows you to maintain your oath and avoid unnecessary bloodshed. As the two Tieflings leave, you can ask them more questions, such as the location of their camp.

Once you’ve navigated the initial encounter and made your choice, you can decide how to proceed with Lae’zel. You can choose to recruit Lae’zel immediately, go your separate ways, or invite her to wait at your camp where you can speak to her again about recruitment, and even a romantic relationship.

• Active Party: Got room? She joins your adventures right away.
• Camp Wait: No vacancy? She waits at the camp, a restful spot to swap party members, rest, and strategize.

How To Recruit Lae’zel After She Escapes From The Cage And Leaves

To snag Lae’zel back into your crew post-cage drama, you’ll need to progress the story to a critical juncture—heading towards Moonrise Towers. While it’s not crystal clear if advancing the story is a prerequisite, it certainly sets the stage for her recruitment.

Upon reaching the vicinity west of Waukeen’s Rest, near the Mountain Path leading to Moonrise, you’ll encounter a potentially volatile situation involving Githyanki soldiers and members of the Fist.

Here’s the deal: save your game. A lot. This strategy cannot be overstated because the ensuing skill checks are tricky and can lead to tough confrontations if failed. The dialogue sequence with the Githyanki soldiers is pivotal.

Initially, allow Lae’zel to speak, then take the reins when given the option. Navigate through the dialogue with precision, choosing responses that favor persuasion and arcana skills to sway the situation in your favor and avoid conflict.

Specifically, the dialogue options to focus on include asserting your non-threat status, inquiring about their quest, interpreting their actions, resisting mental probes, and persuasively suggesting they back off. These choices, rooted in persuasion and arcana, are your ticket to successfully recruiting Lae’zel. Remember, these are skill checks, so the quicksave feature is your best friend here. Should things not go your way, reload and try again.

1. (Persuasion) I don’t know you. I pose no threat.
2. You’ll need to start from the beginning – what is this weapon you’re after?
3. (Arcana) Interpret the actions.
4. Resist detect thoughts.
5. (Persuasion) You ought to just leave. You’ve no right to decide my fate.

Recruit Lae’zel: Video Tutorial

Can You Romance Lae’zel?

Yes, you can romance Lae’zel in Baldur’s Gate 3. You can romance this companion after getting a high enough approval rating. The first opperunity first comes after you rescue her from imprisonment and send her to the camp. During the campsite celebration you can engage in dialogue. Remember to take a long rest before going back to the campsite to speak to her. Here are the dialogue choices you need to follow to romance Lae’zel in Baldur’s Gate 3:

• Are you… asking for sex?
• Yes. I will share my bed with you tonight.

Lae’zel Abilities And Skill Proficiencies