Gale in Baldur's Gate 3 infected not only with an illithid larva, but also with a much more explosive disease. To survive and tame the destructive power that lives in his body, one of the strongest magicians of the continent needs to absorb the Weave from enchanted objects. This feature of the wizard is closely connected with his personal history and, possibly, the fate of the Forgotten Realms.
In this guide, we will explain what artifacts are for Gale in Baldur's Gate 3, how to let him get enough of the Weave, what happens if this is not done, and how to resurrect the wizard if he is lost.
Why does Gale need artifacts in BG3
Gale is one of the most powerful wizards in Faerûn. He advanced so much in the study of magic that he became not only a student, but also the lover of Mystra, the goddess of magic and sorcery. In an effort to help the goddess, he found a particle of pure Weave, which settled in his body and now wants to absorb artifacts due to the presence of magic in them.
Thus, Gale eats enchanted artifacts to stabilize the particle of pure magic in her chest and not explode.
How to give Gale artifacts in Baldur's Gate 3
To feed Gale an artifact, pay attention to its condition. At certain points in the Act 1 story, an exclamation mark and the status "Magical Hunger" will appear above his head. This means that the time has come to feed the wizard with the Weave:
- Approach the magician and start a dialogue.
- Select replicas "I have a magical artifact that might interest you." or "Hand over a magical artifact". Depending on the context of the conversation, the wording may change, but the essence is the same.
- A menu of enchanted equipment will open, in which you can select and give an artifact to Gale. Look carefully at the description of the item, which will tell you if one of the characters is wearing it.
- Press the blue button "Donate" to feed Gale the artifact.
This will stabilize his condition for a while.
What artifacts should I give to Gale?
The wizard eats special enchanted items. To understand what specific artifact Gale needs, in the inventory for each such piece of equipment there is a special mark “Gale can absorb this item's magic, destroying it". Things of this kind are easy to find: already in the first 3-4 hours of the game in the inventory there are a couple of items with Weaving.
How many artifacts does Gale need
During Act 1, Gale will need to be fed 3 artifactsbut not consecutively. Give him items after he gets sick. Feeding with magic will help save Gale and find a cure for the disease in the 2nd act.
Give Gale artifacts in Baldur's Gate 3 or not
Let's analyze all the possible options for the development of Gale's disease in the 1st act.
What happens if you give artifacts
If you continue to give Gale artifacts, then he will not experience negative statuses and commit rash acts. After completing Act 1 and entering the Fellands for the first time via Grimforge or the Path to Rosemorne's Hold, encounter the legendary wizard Elminster Aumar along the way. Invite him to the camp and he will tell you about Gale's new assignment from the goddess Mystra, as well as transforming the Netherian sphere in his chest so that it becomes controllable and stops craving the Weave.
The reward for this will be a unique ability "Netherian sphere explosion».
What happens if you don't give artifacts?
Expect the following consequences if you deny Gale the artifacts:
- First, the sorcerer will receive the status "Magical Hunger", which gives disadvantage on Endurance tests.
- Next, Gale can start stealing items.
- The level of his attitude towards the main character will decrease, which will block novel with him.
- Ultimately, he will solve his problem on his own by making an agreement with Raphael.
Even if he makes a pact with the devil, Gale will not leave the group, although there are alternative scenarios where he can leave forever, especially if he is denied artifacts through dialogue.
How to resurrect Gale
Take advantage of the services witheredto produce dark crypt, in the ruins in the east of Wildwoods. 200 gold and the mage will be as good as new.
What to do if Gale does not take artifacts
There is a strange bug in the game, in which nothing will happen if you approach Gale with an exclamation point above his head, select a replica of the artifact offer and donate it. The wizard will react as if his request was ignored. Although he does not accept artifacts, they will disappear from the inventory. A solution to the problem is to donate equipment not through replicas, but directly through Gale's inventory. Please note: the method works if he has Magic Hunger.
- Select the Weave-enchanted item in your inventory, right-click and give it to Gale.
- Open Gale's inventory, right click on the item and select Eat/Drink to consume the artifact.
Consider updating your game version, which may also resolve the issue.
We hope that the article about artifacts for Gale in Baldur's Gate 3 answered all the questions regarding the possible outcomes of his illness. If you have any questions - ask them in commentswe will definitely answer them. Read other helpful Baldur's Gate 3 guides in the appropriate section of the site.
With Gale, everything is simple - in the description of the artifact there is an indication that Gale can absorb it (if there is no such inscription, then it cannot). We immediately throw all the art that we don’t need into Gale’s inventory with this inscription and then feed it to him as the game progresses. It’s better this way, because the game “doesn’t see” artifacts in the camp chest and doesn’t see it if you carry an additional backpack with you and put something there (for the sake of beauty and order). Artifacts must be “at the root” of your inventory or your companion’s inventory - this is the only way to offer them to Gale in dialogue. It comes upon him suddenly and most often inopportunely (for example, in the Hag’s lair right before the battle), so it’s better to carry this trash with you so that Gale doesn’t pretend to be disabled. It makes no sense to offer him something in advance - he will refuse and then start limping and moaning again.