Don’t Worry, Baldur’s Gate 3 Fans – Dungeons & Dragons Wants More Astarion, Too

Don't Worry, Baldur's Gate 3 Fans - Dungeons & Dragons Wants More Astarion, Too

As a seasoned gamer who has traversed countless virtual realms over three decades, I must say that Baldur’s Gate 3 has truly captured my heart and imagination. The characters, like Astarion and Karlach, have become an integral part of my gaming journey, and their continued presence in the Dungeons & Dragons universe only serves to strengthen the bond between player and game.


Over the weekend, Baldur’s Gate 3 turned one year old, and I couldn’t be more proud to be a part of its gaming community! The developers at Larian Studios and I celebrated this milestone, praising the game that has captured our hearts for over a year now. As we look ahead, anticipation is building for the next major update to the game, which promises to bring even more excitement to an already captivating experience.

Although Larian Studios isn’t planning to create Baldur’s Gate 4 or expansions for Baldur’s Gate 3 at this time, Wizards of the Coast, the company behind Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, is reportedly in discussions with multiple partners about the future of the Baldur’s Gate franchise. In the meantime, they are focusing on other opportunities such as having Neil Newbon and Samantha Be?rt attend Gen Con for D&D Live and releasing Magic: The Gathering cards featuring Astarion and Karlach. It is clear that Wizards of the Coast recognizes that more Baldur’s Gate 3 content, whether it’s a sequel, a character in a Dungeons & Dragons adventure, or appearances in upcoming Dark Horse comics, remains a highly desired item by many fans.

In a conversation with Screen Rant, Jess Lanzillo, Vice President of Franchise and Product for Dungeons & Dragons at Wizards of the Coast, discussed the company’s plans and their cautious approach to reintroducing characters from Baldur’s Gate 3. They want to provide fans an opportunity to see their favorite party members once more, but they are mindful about how they do it.

Lanzillo explains, “We aim to explore scenarios where it fits well. We don’t want to force these characters onto you constantly, making everyone feel like they’re being forced-fed. Instead, we strive to capture their unique personalities authentically and avoid any misuse or distortion of beloved characters that fans have grown to cherish.”

Indicating that Lanzillo still maintains the possibility that certain Larian Studios characters might reappear, “at a suitable moment when Wizards of the Coast discovers the most fitting author for a compelling narrative.” This is expressed with understanding and a special mention of her own longing for more Astarion.

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2024-08-07 05:12