Unlocking a Secret Romance: Finding and Romancing Naoise Nallinto in Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur's Gate 3 offers a wealth of romance options, but some, like the encounter with Naoise Nallinto, are easily missed. This guide details how to find and romance this intriguing character.
Locating Naoise Nallinto:
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Act III Progression: This encounter occurs early in Act III. Travel to Wyrm's Crossing, and visit Sharess' Caress brothel, located east of the bridge leading into Baldur's Gate. Alternatively, use the South Span of Wyrm's Crossing fast travel point.
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The Nymph's Grotto: Naoise resides in the Nymph's Grotto, a chamber on the second floor. Look for a door with a green light and ivy – it's locked, but easily pickable (requires a lockpicking roll of 10 or higher).
Romancing Naoise Nallinto:
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The Encounter: Inside, you'll find Naoise with Jara. Jara's reaction to your interruption will trigger a sequence of events. Choosing dialogue options that deflect accusations ("Whoever you think I am, you're mistaken.") will lead to a confrontation and a fight with a mind flayer.
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After the Fight: After defeating Jara, Naoise reveals an unexpected attraction to mind flayers. Avoid judgmental responses; instead, opt for options that acknowledge her arousal ("That creature aroused you, didn't it?") and express interest in exploring a different kind of intimacy ("What did you have in mind?", "Close your eyes and listen").
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The Mental Romance: The romance is unique; it unfolds entirely within your mind. Naoise presents options defining your shared fantasy ("Revered," "Contented," "Powerful," "Rich," or "I think we're done here"). Choosing "Contented," for example, leads to a brief, intimate scene.
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The Aftermath: This encounter is a one-time event. Subsequent visits will yield only a refusal of further intimacy. Interestingly, this encounter doesn't seem to affect existing relationships with other companions. Shadowheart will reward you with the "Carnal Rituals of Sharess" inspiration point. The Rapture boon, granting a passive 1d6 bonus to various ability checks, is also obtained.
This secret romance adds a layer of intrigue to Baldur's Gate 3's already rich narrative. Remember, this encounter is easily missed, so keep an eye out for it during your journey through Act III.
