❘ published: 2023-10-02T00:17:27
❘ Updated: 2023-10-02T00:17:40
Baldur’s Gate 3 players have reported that their IRL partners’ hearts have been stolen by Vampire Rogue Astarion.
The TTRPG-inspired Baldur’s Gate 3 has been nothing but an absolute hit among fans. The RPG has been making waves online, with massive levels of popularity and critical acclaim. Part of its success is due to its deep world and storytelling, with plenty of quests and characters to dive into if players are interested.
This includes your companions who travel with you throughout your trip. They each have a long backstory and ambitions, which players can choose to explore further while playing the game.
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Astarion is one of the most popular companions in Baldur’s Gate 3, stealing the hearts of players with his sarcastic quips. In fact, players’ love for Astarion has reached such a point that they’ve begun to forget about their IRL partners.
BG3 players claim that their IRL partners were stolen by Astarion
Baldur’s Gate 3 players are reporting that they have been completely scammed by Astarion. Players have claimed that their IRL partners have completely fallen in love with Astarion, changed their phone wallpaper, liked their TikToks, and even started dreaming about him.
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“My wife of 3 years has made him her phone wallpaper, she dreams about him at night, she loves any tik tok about him, and now she is using a guide in her anti-stress game to make sure she can get maximum approval from him. I have officially given up, and will be contacting a lawyer.” the The post explains.
Many Redditors came forward with useful tips for the player, one of which is becoming Astarion.
“You have to start your own game and play Astarion. If you can’t beat them, be them.” One Player advised.
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With Larian constantly updating BG3, there’s no telling if players’ love for Astarion will diminish. Unfortunately, this may come at the expense of a few unlucky players.
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