Should you romance Astarion?
Romancing Astarion can be a complex and emotionally intense experience, offering a unique dynamic with one of the game’s most intriguing characters, but it’s essential to consider the potential drawbacks and consequences of pursuing a relationship with him. Whether or not you should romance Astarion ultimately depends on your personal preferences and the type of experience you’re looking for in the game, as his storyline can lead to both deeply satisfying and melancholic outcomes.
Understanding Astarion’s Romance
Astarion’s romance has a push-pull dynamic, where he can be pleased or displeased by dialogue choices, often involving provoking and lying to other characters. Achieving a romantic ending with Astarion may have drawbacks, but it is still one of the game’s most dynamic and interesting relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Astarion romance worth it?
Astarion’s romance is worth it for players who enjoy complex, dynamic relationships and are willing to navigate the challenges that come with romancing a character like Astarion.
2. Can I romance Astarion even if he disapproves?
Yes, Astarion’s disapproval of certain actions will not lock you out of romance scenes, and he may even change his outlook on your actions later on.
3. Should you let Astarion turn you into a vampire?
It’s not recommended to let Astarion turn you into a vampire, as he is too chaotic and power-hungry to be a suitable guide for vampiric transformation.
4. Does Astarion have a good ending?
Astarion’s morally good ending doesn’t give him true freedom, but it does allow him to live knowing his tormentor is gone and he has people who care for him.
5. What happens if I let Astarion ascend?
If Astarion ascends, he will become a Vampire Ascendant, amplifying his vampiric strengths and enjoying the luxuries of the living, but this also comes with a significant increase in power-hungry behavior.
6. Does letting Astarion ascend make him evil?
Yes, letting Astarion ascend can lead to an evil ending, where he becomes more power-hungry and desires to subjugate the world.
7. Can you convince Astarion not to ascend?
Yes, you can refuse to help Astarion ascend, and he will kill Cazador instead, altering the course of his storyline.
8. What is the best ending for Astarion?
The best ending for Astarion involves completing his personal quest, gaining a newfound resolve, and finding emotional satisfaction, but it also means he can no longer stand in sunlight.
9. How do you revive after Astarion kills you?
You can be revived with a Scroll of Revivification if Astarion kills you during the game.
10. What happens if you tell Astarion no?
If you tell Astarion no, he’ll slump off into the woods to find something to eat, or you can choose to have him leave the party for good.
11. Can you sleep with Astarion?
Yes, you can sleep with Astarion at either the goblin or Tiefling party, triggering a cutscene and potentially initiating a romantic relationship.
12. Do you have to sleep with Astarion at the party to romance him?
No, you don’t need to sleep with Astarion at the party to begin romancing him; if you get his approval high enough, he’ll proposition you on his own during Act 1.
13. Can you romance Astarion if you don’t sleep with him in Act 1?
Yes, you can still romance Astarion even if you don’t sleep with him in Act 1, as long as you maintain a high approval rating and make compatible choices.
14. Why can Astarion be in sunlight?
Astarion can be in sunlight due to the Mind Flayer tadpole’s effects on his body, making him an exception to the typical vampiric vulnerability to sunlight.
15. How old is Astarion?
Astarion’s age is estimated to be over 200 years old, possibly around 240-250 years, considering elven aging patterns.