Unlocking a Hidden Romance in Baldur's Gate 3: Naoise Nallinto at Sharess' Caress

Many players are familiar with Baldur's Gate 3's prominent romance options, but a lesser-known encounter awaits those who venture to Sharess' Caress. This guide details how to find and romance Naoise Nallinto, a fleeting romance easily missed.

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. You'll encounter Raphael at Sharess' Caress, a brothel east of the bridge leading into Baldur's Gate. 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. This locked door leads to the Nymph's Grotto (requires a lockpicking check of 10 or higher).

Romancing Naoise Nallinto

1. Interact with Naoise and Jara: Inside, you'll find Naoise and Jara, a Flaming Heart soldier, in a compromising position. Jara's reaction to your interruption leads to a confrontation. Choose dialogue options carefully; a suggested path is: "Whoever you think I am, you're mistaken."

2. Defeat the Mindflayer: Jara transforms into a Mindflayer. Defeat her to proceed.

3. Engage Naoise: Naoise reveals her attraction to Mindflayers. Suggested dialogue options: "Your client is dead. I thought you'd be more upset." A successful Insight check reveals her romantic interest.

4. The Mental Encounter: Choose dialogue options that lead to a romantic scene. Suggested options: "What did you have in mind?" followed by "Close your eyes and listen." This encounter is entirely mental. Naoise asks you to choose what you "will be" (Revered, Contented, Powerful, Rich, or "I think we're done here"). The choice impacts the scene.

5. The Aftermath: After the encounter, Naoise will have no further romantic interest. Shadowheart will grant you the "Carnal Rituals of Sharess" inspiration point. The "Rapture" boon provides a passive +1d6 to most ability checks. Note that this encounter appears unaffected by existing relationships with other characters.

This unique encounter offers a brief, memorable romance with Naoise Nallinto, adding another layer to Baldur's Gate 3's rich tapestry of relationships.