It’s no surprise thatBaldur’s Gate 3is full of incredible lines. It’s a masterpiece on many levels, so strong that you may feel inclined tostart a new savebefore you even finish the game, but its writing is especially striking. From the subtle quirks of your companions to the overarching story that unfolds before you, you’re inclined to listen every time someone speaks.
And some of those lines will rattle around your head for days, whether due to the voice actors’ incredible deliveries, the heartfelt earnestness in their words, or because they made you laugh out loud. Whatever the reason, these quotes from Baldur’s Gate 3 are sure to stick in your mind.
Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for Baldur’s Gate 3.
Updated on Jul 02, 2025, by Britt Poteet:As Baldur’s Gate 3 continues to remain popular, more people are quoting the game than ever. And with Patch 8 including new subclasses, there’s yet another reason for a second, third, or ninth playthrough. This list has been updated to include a few more memorable quotes, regardless of how many times we’ve played.
20"Peace. Enjoy It While It Lasts."
- Kagha
If you’ve sided with the Druids and Tieflings in taking down the Goblin Campand have successfully rescued Halsin, then you’ll know these to be the final words from Kagha at the Druid Grove. You can try interacting with her multiple times, but she essentially bids you adieu with this message and is not up for any more conversation.
She’s one of the colder Druids at the Grove, their harsh commander. Just look at how she feels about Tieflings taking refuge there. These parting words are very on par with her character, even though she should have given a proper thanks for all the hard work in clearing the Goblin Camp and its leaders. However, she is right. Peace is quite short-lived in Baldur’s Gate 3 and you should “Enjoy it while it lasts.”
19"Auntie Ethel, Please. One More Bite And This Pie Is Gonna Come Back Up To Say Hello."
- Mayrina
Mayrina is a missing woman found in Auntie Ethel’s Riverside Teahouse, held hostage by the hag and being overserved with food. It’s clear she’s with child since Ethel only forces her to eat so much because she’s eating for herself and the baby growing inside her, which the hag needs in prime conditionin a trade to resurrect Mayrina’s husband.
The way she innocently and tenderly talks back to Auntie Ethel by delivering this line, poor young Rina, makes it all the more memorable. The writer’s choice to convey it as food “coming back up to say hello” is fun and clever, adding to the charm NPCs bring to the game.
18"Kiss My Arse. I’m The Lord Of Murder - I’ll Show YouWhy."
-BOOOAL
The Underdark has lots of bosses for you to fightthroughout its locations, though perhaps the most memorable has to do with the Kuo-Toa group in The Festering Cove performing a summoning ritual for the God of Murder, BOOOAL. Depending on your dialogue choices, you’ll face off with the God BOOAL, and he has this snarky comment for you before the battle can begin.
This is one of the best comebacks you could write for such a character responding to a threat, telling you to screw off while also using his status as the “Lord of Murder” to offer a demonstration in combat. Plus, “arse” is always a funny word to hear, and when has a boss ever told you to kiss theirs before initiating a fight? That’s one cocky BOOOAL. And you’ll showhimwho’s boss rather quickly.
17"Smashing! Soon, My Friend - Soon We Can Share A Flagon Of Something Liquid And A Tale Of Derring-Do!"
- Volo
Volo is probablyone of the best NPCs you’re able to invite into your campwho’s not a party companion, and this quote alone will make you love his scholarly charms and quickfire remarks. It’s also a quote you can totally just picture Jack Sparrow saying in one of the Pirates films.
Volo is a bard who’s usually as eloquently spoken as Shakespeare. Still, he seems to be too excited about his rescue from the Goblin Camp to put together a coherent sentence about what you’ll drink and share back at camp now that you’ve recruited him. “Something liquid” followed by a “tale of derring-do” sounds like it will have to suffice.
16"Go On. Give The Worgs Some Booze! They’ll Love It."
- Goblin Warrior At The Goblin Camp
Speaking of the Goblin Camp, there’s this random quote spoken by a goblin NPC in the background, just across from where Volo was caged up and performing.It’s a funny little quip that really tells you all you need to know about goblinsand their deadpan personalities.
Apparently, the worgs are so mighty and powerful during combat because they’ve been drinking whatever the booze is that goblins drink. According to this particular goblin, “They’ll love it.” And the words come across as a hilarious way of casually nudging someone to give a creature some alcohol.
15"You Could’ve Asked Me To Do The Same - To Throw Myself At Her, What I Wanted Be Damned. But You Didn’t. And I’m Grateful."
- Astarion
Astarion, your vampiric companion, hides a lot behind an effortless, if not cruel, charm. Despite his status as your rogue, he’s not exactly a subtle person - he can pile on the drama like no one else. His earnest expression of thanks (and perhaps affection, if you’re so inclined) is so shocking.
It’s shocking to him, too, and he’ll tell you as much. In Act 2, if you choose to infiltrate Moonrise Towers, you can come across a drow who mixes potions out of blood - and she’ll offer you a potion that gives you a permanent strength buff if Astarion bites her, despite his reluctance.If you support him, he’ll thank you at your next long rest. It’s the quietness of this moment that makes it stand out.
14"Enjoy Myself? There’s A Worm In My Brain, I’m Surrounded By Idiots, And All I’ve Got To Drink Is Wine That Tastes Like Vinegar."
-Astarion
While that Astarion quote above was more poignant, this one sees that funnier and more arrogant side to him come out, and is probably one of those momentsAstarion’s writer Stephen Rooney loves for us to highlight. You can get this bit at camp after your victory over the Goblin Camp that helped the Tieflings with their safe passage.
Astarion’s problem is that he’s having a hard time enjoying himself, and he points out his grievances with the Mindflayer tadpole in his brain, perceiving your companions at camp as idiots, and even fnding the wine to be unpleasant, claiming it “tastes like vinegar.” At least he’s drinking wine and not someone’s blood.
13"You’re Doing Great. And Everyone Will Be So Proud Of You."
-Bernard
You may find a strange, abandoned home powered by magicin the Underdark. It’s heavily guarded, but if you manage to slip by its defenses, you’re able to come across an automaton creation called Bernard. If you’ve thoroughly explored, you can keep him from turning hostile by quoting lines from a play.
One such line incites Bernard to learn forward and hug you while telling you how proud everyone is of you. It’s memorable because of the questions it leaves you with - you’ve likely learned of the father and daughter who called this strange place home, but where have they gone? Something about it makes your heart, even if you’re not sure why.
12"But Loneliness That Deep Gets Into The Marrow. Now That I’m Here - Among Friends - I Can Feel It Burning Out Of Me. Little By Little, Step By Step."
- Karlach
Karlach rocks- though she’s had a rough go of it. It’s not just that she’s been forced to fight wars in the Hells for the last decade - it’s that her heart has been replaced by an Infernal Engine, making her burn with intense heat. She’s been lonely in every way a person can be, yearning for company and the quiet comfort of a soft touch.
It’s good to hear Karlach express how her loneliness is slowly fading now that she’s surrounded by people she can call friends. The ache in her soul is subsiding. And, well, doesn’t that quote just feel true to life? It’s the slow, excruciating process of being known - yet, it’s always worth it, no matter how long the road is.
11"For I Am Death. And I Am Not The End - I Am A Beginning."
-Apostle Of Myrkul
Ketheric Thorm is unlike his cohorts in one crucial way: his motivation wasn’t for power but for love. Losing his daughter broke his spirit, and he turned to the god Myrkul to set it right. He allowed himself to be used as a tool to bring his daughter back from the grave.
But, once you’ve defeated him in battle, he lets himself fall into an abyss that transforms him into an Apostle of Myrkul, a sickening skeletal monster. It sets the tone for what’s to come - an intimidating boast that shows precisely what these Dark Gods are capable of.
