In the morally complex world of Baldur's Gate 3, even heroic companions have moments where they cross ethical boundaries. While some allies like Wyll champion justice and Karlach radiates positivity, each character has committed at least one morally dubious act that reveals their darker impulses. From minor displays of cruelty to outright atrocities, these moments shape player perceptions and story outcomes. Let's explore the companions' darkest deeds ranked from least to most villainous – proving that in Faerûn, nobody wears a pure white hat. 😈

Minsc: Psychological Torture Tactics

The beloved ranger mostly avoids true wickedness, except when manipulated by the Absolute. Acting independently, his worst moment comes during the Epilogue where he dangles halfling thief Happy Hoarson over High Hall's edge for two brutal hours. Though Happy attempted theft, Minsc's prolonged terror tactics reveal a disturbing capacity for psychological torture that leaves permanent trauma. This disproportionate punishment stains his otherwise heroic legacy.

Lae'Zel: Cultural Supremacy Display

Despite frequently advocating violence, the githyanki warrior's actual evil deeds remain surprisingly limited. Her most reprehensible action occurs when she forcibly humiliates tiefling refugee Zorru, demanding he kneel before her. This act of cultural domination showcases her ingrained belief in racial superiority. While she approves of darker player choices, this public degradation remains her personal moral low point in Faerûn.

Jaheira: Unjust Accusations

The generally noble druid crosses ethical lines during an emotional outburst after rescuing Minsc. She irrationally blames him for the Cult's atrocities, claiming his capture enabled their Baldur's Gate reign of terror. This unfair condemnation – likely projecting her own guilt over abandoning him – demonstrates how even paragons of virtue can weaponize guilt against allies during moments of weakness.

Gale: Divine Ambition Unleashed

The wizard's pursuit of godhood via the Crown of Karsus represents his moral downfall. Though not overtly malicious, his transformation into the God of Ambition dangerously amplifies his arrogance. Raphael ominously warns this apotheosis could trigger Faerûn's collapse. Gale's self-obsessed ascension sacrifices humility for power, creating a deity potentially more destructive than Mystra herself.

Halsin: Dereliction of Duty

The archdruid's abandonment of Emerald Grove during crises constitutes his gravest failure. With goblins threatening the sanctuary and tiefling refugees suffering discrimination, Halsin irresponsibly departs to chase the Nightsong legend. Leaving vulnerable communities under Kagha's questionable leadership endangers countless lives – a shocking lapse from someone sworn to protect nature's sanctuaries.

Karlach: Soul Consumption Habit

The tiefling's cheerful demeanor hides a disturbing practice: consuming Soul Coins containing trapped sentient essences. Her casual dismissal of ethical concerns when devouring these tormented souls creates moral dissonance. While framed as gameplay mechanics, her enthusiastic encouragement to "feed" her these tortured spirits reveals a troubling compartmentalization of cruelty.

Wyll: Unjust Assassination

The Blade of Frontiers commits his most dishonorable act when slaughtering Karlach on Mizora's orders. Ignoring evidence of her innocence and exploiting her pre-existing injuries, he performs a merciless execution. This blind obedience to demonic manipulation stains his heroic identity, proving even paladin-like figures can become instruments of injustice through willful ignorance.

Shadowheart: Familicide for Faith

The cleric's darkest path culminates in murdering her long-lost parents as a sacrifice to Shar. Reunited after years of separation, the joyful moment turns horrific as she coldly slaughters them for religious devotion. This act of ultimate betrayal surpasses even killing the Nightsong in sheer personal cruelty, destroying familial bonds for dark goddess approval.

Astarion: Mass Immortal Sacrifice

The vampire spawn's ascension ritual represents peak selfishness: sacrificing 7,000 captive spawn including his "siblings" for personal power amplification. While rationalizing they're dangerous, this calculated genocide for vampiric godhood displays chilling utilitarianism. This ritualistic slaughter dwarfs centuries of crimes committed under Cazador's compulsion, cementing his transformation into something far more monstrous.

Minthara: Grove Genocide

The drow paladin's raid on Emerald Grove stands as BG3's most brutal companion act. Leading goblin forces, she massacres druids and tieflings indiscriminately based on faulty intelligence about an artifact. This cold-blooded extermination of innocent refugees and nature guardians – including children – for strategic advantage makes her the undisputed queen of evil playthroughs. 💀

People Also Ask: Morality in BG3

• Can you prevent companions from committing these acts? Absolutely! Player choices heavily influence outcomes (except backstory events)

• Who has the best redemption arc? Karlach and Wyll showcase remarkable growth when guided toward light

• Does evil pay off gameplay-wise? Often yields unique gear but sacrifices allies and questlines

FAQs

Q: Is Minthara redeemable after destroying the Grove?

A: While she remains pragmatically evil, her personal quest reveals complex motivations beyond mere bloodlust.

Q: Does stopping Astarion's ascension make him less powerful?

A: Mechanically yes, but spawn Astarion gains unique emotional depth and healthier relationships.

Q: Can you recruit Minthara without genocide?

A: Newer patches allow non-lethal takedowns, but she still considers the Grove "handled."

Q: Who suffers most from their evil act?

A: Shadowheart shows profound regret if she spares her parents, contrasting with her emptiness after killing them.

Q: Are any evil acts completely unavoidable?

A: Backstory crimes (like Astarion's past) occur before meeting, but all current-game atrocities are player-driven choices.