I've finished the game a total of six times... and restarted it a few times. The most loyal characters in my opinion are Karlach and Minthara.
• Jan K
You try to swallow in a dry throat. You might be in love with this woman.
Art by Simona Jančíková
My lady got delivered recently 💜
This is not a complaint it’s appreciation, mixed with curiosity.
Emma Gregory gave Minthara one of the most powerful voice performances in BG3. Calm, sharp, dangerous… and then loyal and emotional when Act 2 comes.
But when I looked at her other work, I noticed something: she usually gets supporting roles or side characters even in other games.
I don’t say this as criticism. I just honestly think her voice could carry a main protagonist in a new game. She has the emotional range for it.
So I wonder why does the industry often keep such talent in the side roles? And which character / game genre would suit her as a lead?
If Larian (or any studio) ever makes a new RPG with a female lead: Emma Gregory deserves a chance to be the voice of it.
Not underrated. Not hidden. But the center.
What do you think? Would you like to hear her in a main role in a future game?
“Me, every time I log off BG3: I’m just a dreamer… dreaming of Minthara again. 💜😂”
Most players only know House Baenre (Minthara’s lineage) or House DeVir from Viconia’s backstory but the drow world is far more complex and full of ancient noble houses, each with its own symbol, power, and history.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the most iconic noble houses, their themes, and why they matter in drow society.
Alevál
A lesser-known house, traditionally involved in covert trade and Underdark negotiations.
Arabani
A house tied to magical experimentation and forbidden research.
Arkheneld
Known for disciplined soldiers and strict hierarchy within the family.
Auvyndar
A militaristic house famous for aggressive expansion and political ambition.
Azuviir
A mysterious bloodline associated with shadow magic and assassinations.
Baenre
The First House of Menzoberranzan. The most powerful Lolth-aligned house. Minthara’s lineage originates here.
Barrison Del’Armgo
The eternal rival of House Baenre — brutal, proud, and war-driven.
Claddath
Closely tied to dark priesthood and sacrificial rites honoring Lolth.
Despana
One of the oldest houses, known for demon-contact and alliances with abyssal creatures.
DeVir
A house destroyed in the uprising surrounding Viconia’s family. Important in Forgotten Realms history.
Do’Urden
Famous due to Drizzt Do’Urden. A once-respected house, ultimately destroyed through internal politics.
Eilserus
Masters of silent killing, poisoncraft, and stealthy political manipulation.
Everhate
A violently xenophobic house whose mission is purging surface dwellers.
Fey-Branche
Hunters and rangers of the deep Underdark. Skilled in tracking and survival.
Freth
Known for pacts with demons and attempts to overthrow stronger houses through manipulation.
Godeep
A martial house specializing in ranged combat and elite archers.
Hekar
A house associated with arcane tradition and magical wards.
Helviiryn
Recognized for their tactical brilliance and highly trained strike teams.
Hlaun
Spies, whisper merchants, and masters of information. If someone knows your secret, it’s probably House Hlaun.
Hun’ett
A magically gifted house; experts in arcane dueling and ritual sorcery.
Kenafin
A house famed for assassins and precision attacks.
Kilsek
Drow who preferred the deep shadows and forbidden alliances often working with creatures of darkness.
Maerret
A diplomatic house using alliances instead of brute force to build influence.
Melarn
Fanatical followers of Lolth; strict priesthood values dominate the house.
Lylyl
A minor house with strong ties to alchemy and toxins.
Noquar
A house tied to controlling resources and Underdark trade routes.
Ousstyl
Ceremonialists and dark philosophers; deeply involved in Lolthite theology.
Rilynt’tar
A house of illusionists, infiltrators, and shapeshifting magic users.
Teken’duis
Focused on illusion magic and deceptive warfare.
Tormtor
A battle-oriented house famous for elite soldiers and armored shock troops.
Fun fact: Amanita Virosa (the white mushroom on the right) is highly poisonous and the symptoms of its poison are delayed enough that medical treatment for consuming one is highly difficult. Liver and Kidney failure are the most likely results of eating this mushroom, and if left completely untreated, you will die painfully.
The mushroom on the left is a Golden Chanterelle, and is edible. Learn to differentiate between toxic and edible mushrooms before attempting to grow or forage for your own.