Baldur's Gate 3: Best Companion Party Compositions

Baldur's Gate 3 introduces fantastic and versatile companions that have played a key role in the game's success. Initially, BG3 players may choose characters based on personal appeal for their campaign, but they could soon face challenges in battles. The correct party composition is vital in Baldur's Gate 3, and this guide will explore the best companion combinations to maximize damage.

Effective party combinations hinge on your Tav's class. This guide will provide insights into suitable combinations based on the class you've chosen. Remember to adjust the party to your Tav accordingly:

We will take a look at the following party combinations:

• Optimal Party - Achieve a well-rounded balance of combat prowess, out-of-combat interactions, and overall versatility for an effortless BG3 playthrough. This multipurpose party excels in various aspects of adventuring.
• Combat-Focused Party - Streamline your battles with this party setup, ensuring quick and easy victories without encountering any complications.
• Storytelling Party - Immerse yourself in the rich narrative of Baldur's Gate 3 with this party, strategically combining the best storylines for an engaging and memorable playthrough.

Optimal Party Combination:

Shadowheart takes on the healing role, Astarion excels in unlocking and pickpocketing, Wyll and Gale contribute magic damage, and Karlach and Lae'Zel serve as both tanks and significant damage dealers. If you're open to a less sneaky playstyle, Astarion is the easiest to replace.

• Shadowheart 
• Astarion 
• Karlach or Lae'Zel
• Wyll or Gale

Combat-focused Party Combination:

Option one presents an excellent blend of damage output and sustainability, similar to the previous setup. On the other hand, options two and three prioritize increased damage at the expense of reduced protection, health, and crowd control. These BG3 party compositions are the strongest to use.

Option 1:

• Lae'Zel or Karlach
• Shadowheart 
• Gale 
• Astarion 

Option 2:

• Lae'Zel
• Karlach
• Shadowheart or Halsin
• Gale

Story-Telling Party:

While this BG3 party may encounter serious challenges in combat, rest assured that you'll undoubtedly make the most out of your playthrough from a storytelling perspective.

Option 1:

• Astarion
• Gale
• Shadowheart
• Karlach

Option 2:

• Lae'Zel
• Wyll
• Gale
• Shadowheart or Astarion

We hope you find these party companion combinations enjoyable and choose to utilize them in your next Baldur's Gate 3 playthrough.