Baldur's Gate 3: Romance with Karlach in BG3 Baldurs Gate 3 guide, walkthrough

The tiefling Karlach is one of the possible romance choices in Baldur's Gate 3. On this page of our guide, we explain all important steps leading to a romance - you'll learn, among others, where to find Karlach, how to proceed during Hunt the Devil quest, how to gain approval with the companion, and how to unlock romantic or intimate scenes with Karlach. Thanks to information supplied, you'll be able to go all the way with this character.

How to unlock a romance with Karlach?

1. Karla is a female barbarian representing the tiefling race. The option to romance her is available for both genders.
2. The first task in this endeavour would be correct recruitment of Karlach, so she becomes a companion. This is related to Hunt the Devil quest, available during Act 1 in The Risen Roads region. You can start the task by meeting with the paladins under the command of Anders or immediately finding the wounded Karlach by the river.
3. During this confrontation, the important thing is to not choose to kill Karlach. You must agree with her plan to kill the pursuing paladins and return to her after defeating them.
4. After this, you can ask Karlach to join the team, either right away or send her to Camp. Do not choose the option to part ways permanently. From the moment Karlach joins the team, you must gain approval with her - choose dialogue options that the tiefling approves. Another major milestone in the relationship is a personal quest involving enacting revenge on individuals that made her a slave.
5. As the relationship with Karlach develops, you may find out that she wants to go on a first date, and this is the first major step toward a romance.