Baldur\'s Gate 3: How to Romance Naoise Nallinto

Uncover a Hidden Romance in Baldur's Gate 3: Naoise Nallinto

While Baldur's Gate 3 boasts many well-known romance options, a lesser-known encounter awaits at Sharess' Caress: Naoise Nallinto. This brief romance is easily missed, occurring during a pivotal game moment. This guide details how to find and romance Naoise.

Locating Naoise Nallinto

1. Reach Act III: Progress to the early stages of Act III, passing through Wyrm's Crossing on your journey to Baldur's Gate. Visit Sharess' Caress, a brothel east of the bridge leading into the city. Alternatively, use the South Span of Wyrm's Crossing fast travel point.

2. Find the Nymph's Grotto: On the second floor, locate a door with a green light and ivy (it's locked, requiring a lockpick skill check of 10 or higher). This leads to the Nymph's Grotto.

Romancing Naoise Nallinto

1. Interact with Naoise: Inside the Grotto, you'll find Naoise with Jara. A confrontation ensues, leading to combat with a mind flayer.

2. Dialogue Choices: After defeating Jara, engage Naoise. Choosing dialogue options that indicate understanding or intrigue (avoiding judgmental responses) will progress the romance. Suggested options include:

   • "Your client is dead. I thought you'd be more upset."
   • "What did you have in mind?"
   • "Close your eyes and listen."

3. The Mental Encounter: The romance unfolds mentally. Naoise presents choices defining your shared experience. The outcome varies with your selection.

Outcome and Rewards:

This unique romance is a one-time event. Upon completion, Naoise offers the "Rapture" boon, granting a passive +1d6 to most ability checks. Shadowheart may also reward you with the "Carnal Rituals of Sharess" inspiration point. Note that this encounter doesn't seem to affect existing relationships with other romanceable characters.