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Synopsis:

Vampire Lord Astarion is at a party organised by Withers, six months after the ending of Baldur's Gate 3. He discusses the past few months with the avatar.

10.
Astarion
: And? Enjoying our little break from the Hells?END_GameFinale_Event_AccompanyKarlachToHell, REALLY_KARLACHEPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion
- 38. Player: It's so nice to see everyone!, FULL_CEREMORPH
- 38. Player: It's so nice to see everyone!
  - 140.
    Astarion
    : Savour it while you can, my love. Tomorrow the fun begins again.
    
    99. [Jump] Jump to Node 215 (1)
- 11. Player: I wish we didn't have to go back., FULL_CEREMORPH
- 11. Player: I wish we didn't have to go back.
  - 300.
    Astarion
    : Really? We get to kill as much as we like, and consequences be damned.
    
    Link to Node 134
- 56. Player: Somewhat, but I'm itching to get back., FULL_CEREMORPH
- 56. Player: Somewhat, but I'm itching to get back.
  - 230.
    Astarion
    : An understandable urge. This place is dull by comparison, but...^devnote
    
    134.
    Astarion
    : I admit, I do miss the luxuries of this plane. What I wouldn't give for a silk bed...
    
    144.
    Astarion
    : But don't fear, we'll have that engine of yours fixed before you know it. And then we can return in all our glory.
    
    18. [Jump] Jump to Node 215 (1)
35.
Astarion
: And? How have our dear friends been without us to guide and protect them?ORI_State_PartneredWithAstarionEPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion
- 85. Player: They're great - everyone seems so happy., FULL_CEREMORPH
- 85. Player: They're great - everyone seems so happy.
  - 221.
    Astarion
    : Really? Are you sure? I was certain they'd be half-dead and begging us to take them back.
    
    65.
    Astarion
    : Well, miracles never cease.
    
    215.
    Astarion
    : Still, it is good to see them. And good for them to see us, side by side, flourishing.
    
    186. Player: True. We are spectacular, after all., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    186. Player: True. We are spectacular, after all.
    
    331.
    Astarion
    : We do turn every head the moment we walk into a room. And rightly so.
    
    Link to Node 197
    
    322. Player: It is wonderful. I'm glad I get to share this with you., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    322. Player: It is wonderful. I'm glad I get to share this with you.
    
    320.
    Astarion
    : And I am blessed to share it with you, my love.
    
    197.
    Astarion
    : I may have power, but it would be nothing without you. You complete me.
    
    24.
    Astarion
    : And together, we are unstoppable. So Heavens help the fool that tries to get in our way.
    
    244. Player: Do you want to see the others? Say 'hello'?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    244. Player: Do you want to see the others? Say 'hello'?
    
    64.
    Astarion
    : No, I can see more than enough from here.
    
    Link to Node 243
    
    288. Player: I'll get back to the party. Do you want anything?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    288. Player: I'll get back to the party. Do you want anything?
    
    62.
    Astarion
    : No, everything I want is standing right here.^devnote
    
    243.
    Astarion
    : But you should go - mingle, chat, laugh. Have fun, my love.
    
    47.
    Astarion
    : And if our friends drop any interesting secrets, bring them right back to me.
    
    208.
    Astarion
    : Until then, I'll be here. But don't fret, I will be watching. I am always watching.
    End
    
    330. Player: None would dare, my love., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    330. Player: None would dare, my love.
    
    285.
    Astarion
    : I almost wish they would. It's been some time since we've seen a real challenge.
    
    Link to Node 243
    
    143. [Jump] Jump to Node 244 (1)
    
    339. Player: Is that what we're doing? 'Flourishing'?, FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_KARLACH = False
    
    339. Player: Is that what we're doing? 'Flourishing'?REALLY_KARLACH = False
    
    242.
    Astarion
    : Of course, my darling. Look at us!
    
    223.
    Astarion
    : We share a palace, share power, live lives eternal in each other's arms. What more could anyone want?
    
    116. Player: Freedom?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    116. Player: Freedom?
    
    12.
    Astarion
    : Gods, not this again.
    
    232.
    Astarion
    : I give you wealth, power, pleasure - every decadence that can be afforded to a person? But you'd rather - what - sleep in the dirt again?
    
    30.
    Astarion
    : You are my consort, and I will see you living the very best life. Even if you don't appreciate it.
    
    105.
    Astarion
    : Why don't you go and mingle? Have fun with your so-called friends. I'll be here when you're done.EPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionSulking
    End
    
    55. [Jump] Jump to Node 244 (1)
    
    79. [Jump] Jump to Node 288 (1)
    
    72. Player: Nothing. Forget I said anything., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    72. Player: Nothing. Forget I said anything.
    
    111.
    Astarion
    : Already done.
    
    157. [Jump] Jump to Node 243 (1)
- 137. Player: Some good, some bad. , FULL_CEREMORPH
- 137. Player: Some good, some bad.
  - 247.
    Astarion
    : Really? I'm amazed they're doing as well as that - I was sure every one would be half-dead in the muck.
    
    Link to Node 65
- 34. Player: Obviously they miss us terribly., FULL_CEREMORPH
- 34. Player: Obviously they miss us terribly.
  - 126.
    Astarion
    : Well of course they do! They were never anything without us leading them.
    
    261.
    Astarion
    : I'm amazed they've even survived this long, honestly.
    
    Link to Node 215
- 148. Player: Oh, they're completely falling apart., FULL_CEREMORPH
- 148. Player: Oh, they're completely falling apart.
  - 217.
    Astarion
    : Yes, well, that's to be expected. They never were anything without us.
    
    Link to Node 261
42.
Astarion
: Well, look who it is!^devnoteEPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion
- 58. [Alias] END_GameFinale_Event_AccompanyKarlachToHell, REALLY_KARLACH = False
  - Alias to Node 4
  - 205. [Jump] Jump to Node 4 (2)
- 4.
  Astarion
  : So how are you enjoying the Hells, my dear? I assume they're darling as ever?REALLY_KARLACH, FULL_CEREMORPH = False
  - 290. Player: I'm sorry I kind of disappeared. I didn't mean to leave you like that., FULL_CEREMORPHEND_GameFinale_State_PartnershipEndedAstarion, REALLY_KARLACH = False
  - 290. Player: I'm sorry I kind of disappeared. I didn't mean to leave you like that.END_GameFinale_State_PartnershipEndedAstarion, REALLY_KARLACH = False
    
    286.
    Astarion
    : Oh my dear, you didn't leave me - I let you go.
    
    182.
    Astarion
    : If I'd wanted you to stay I only had to say the word and you would have been back by my side. But I'm not some controlling monster.
    
    255.
    Astarion
    : I wanted to give you space to see what else is out there, make your own mistakes, and return to me ready to fully appreciate our life together.
    
    214.
    Astarion
    : Anyway, I have had more than enough to keep me busy while you were off gallivanting in another plane.
    
    80. Player: Really? What's kept you so busy?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    80. Player: Really? What's kept you so busy?
    
    237. [Jump] Jump to Node 32 (2)
    
    82. Player: I take it you've been having fun, then?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    82. Player: I take it you've been having fun, then?
    
    222. [Jump] Jump to Node 293 (1)
    
    213. [Jump] Jump to Node 231 (1)
  - 326. Player: Wonderful! You should come visit., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 326. Player: Wonderful! You should come visit.
    
    236.
    Astarion
    : Ha! Oh bless you, but no. I am living a life better than most can dream of - I'm not trading these silks for scorched rags.
    
    Link to Node 115
  - 136. Player: It's been tough, but at least I'm there with Karlach., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_KARLACH = False
  - 136. Player: It's been tough, but at least I'm there with Karlach.REALLY_KARLACH = False
    
    207.
    Astarion
    : Yes, if anyone can laugh in the face of damnation, she certainly can. You are lucky to have her.
    
    Link to Node 115
  - 180. Player: As 'darling' as a living nightmare can be., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 180. Player: As 'darling' as a living nightmare can be.
    
    90.
    Astarion
    : Oh, don't spoil the mood. We're here to have a good time, after all - reminiscing with old friends.
    
    115. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
  - 101. Player: Despite myself, I did miss you., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 101. Player: Despite myself, I did miss you.
    
    341.
    Astarion
    : The feeling is extremely mutual, my dear. This plane is so very dull without you.
    
    Link to Node 115
- 8.
  Astarion
  : At least I assume it's you in there. You squids all look basically the same.FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 229.
    Astarion
    : So tell me, what have you been doing since this travesty?
    
    193. Player: I have been working with the Emperor to forward our goals. You need not ask what they are.END_BrainBattle_State_AlliedWithEmperor, END_BrainBattle_State_MindFlayersWithBigPlans, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    25.
    Astarion
    : Of course not. I'm sure you only want what's best for Baldur's Gate, after all.^devnote
    
    83.
    Astarion
    : Just as I do.^devnote
    
    305. Player: How have you fared since we last met?
    
    245. [Jump] Jump to Node 32 (2)
    
    337. Player: What of you? Have you continued to drink the blood of the living?
    
    216. [Jump] Jump to Node 293 (1)
    
    165. Player: I should speak to the others. Excuse me.
    
    198. [Jump] Jump to Node 231 (2)
    
    14. Player: The Emperor and I reformed the Knights of the Shield. It is now a formidable force.END_BrainBattle_State_AlliedWithEmperor, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    130.
    Astarion
    : A purely selfless act, I'm sure. After all, you only want what's best for Baldur's Gate.
    
    Link to Node 83
    
    162. Player: I have adjusted to my new form - come to enjoy it, even.
    
    77.
    Astarion
    : Really? Really? Gods, people will accept anything...
    
    91. [Jump] Jump to Node 83 (2)
    
    49. Player: Acceptable, but I still think of you sometimes.ORI_State_WasPartneredWithAstarion
    
    153.
    Astarion
    : Oh, that is so sweet.^devnote
    
    112.
    Astarion
    : I hope you're not expecting me to say it back, because... well. ^devnote
    
    Link to Node 91
    
    108. Player: I have missed our time together.ORI_State_WasPartneredWithAstarion = False
    
    Link to Node 153
    
    224. Player: I admit, it has not been easy.
    
    98.
    Astarion
    : No, I imagine not. What with your face and all...
    
    138.
    Astarion
    : But, you did save the city. That has to count for... something?
    
    Link to Node 91
- 43.
  Astarion
  : So, you really did it - you became a god. It almost makes my ascension look trivial.^devnoteORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
  - 179.
    Astarion
    : You must love it - all that power at your fingertips? All those followers, worshipping you?
    
    241. Player: The perks of divinity are beyond compare. I haven't regretted my choice for a moment., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    241. Player: The perks of divinity are beyond compare. I haven't regretted my choice for a moment.
    
    106. [Jump] Jump to Node 170 (1)
    
    169. Player: Somewhat, but there are times I miss my mortal life., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    169. Player: Somewhat, but there are times I miss my mortal life.
    
    248.
    Astarion
    : You can't be serious. You miss being weak? Falling ill? Ageing?^devnote
    
    150.
    Astarion
    : We can be honest with each other, Gale - one immortal being to another: this is great.^devnote
    
    51. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
    
    211. Player: I am surprised you aren't among my followers. I am the God of Ambition, after all., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    211. Player: I am surprised you aren't among my followers. I am the God of Ambition, after all.
    
    119.
    Astarion
    : A god after my own heart, but I am more than happy with my ambitions. And I'm sure they will only grow.
    
    170.
    Astarion
    : I am a little surprised you came, I thought this plane would bore a god. All these petty mortals and their mayfly lives.^devnote
    
    254.
    Astarion
    : But I suppose we should be grateful you blessed us with your presence. Praise be.^devnote
    
    32. Player: And how has fate treated you since we parted?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    32. Player: So, what have you been doing since I saw you last?
    
    318.
    Astarion
    : [TagAnswer] END_GameFinale_Event_AccompanyKarlachToHell
    
    191. [Jump] Jump to Node 145 (1)
    
    266. [Jump] Jump to Node 61 (1)
    
    317. [Jump] Jump to Node 227 (1)
    
    142. Player: You seem to be enjoying your new life?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    142. Player: You seem to be enjoying your new life?
    
    293.
    Astarion
    : Of course! I've tried to taste everything this world has to offer.
    
    95.
    Astarion
    : Well, not this world, exactly, but a world.END_GameFinale_Event_AccompanyKarlachToHell
    
    145.
    Astarion
    : Can't you tell? Karlach and I have been traversing the Hells.
    
    71.
    Astarion
    : I do miss the luxuries this plane has to offer, but I must say - Avernus is second to none when it comes to bloodshed.
    
    270.
    Astarion
    : I can slaughter legions of beasts down there and there's always another one just over the horizon.
    
    156. Player: Sounds like... fun?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    156. Player: Sounds like... fun?
    
    280.
    Astarion
    : It has been an experience. And a rather wonderful one at that.
    
    Link to Node 53
    
    70. Player: That's awful, I'm so sorry., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    70. Player: That's awful, I'm so sorry.
    
    238.
    Astarion
    : Awful? It's wonderful! We can kill as much as we like and damn the consequences.
    
    53.
    Astarion
    : It will grow tiresome eventually, but I hope we can find something to fix darling Karlach's engine before then.
    
    26. [Jump] Jump to Node 124 (1)
    
    189. Player: Seems like a place only a psychopath would love., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    189. Player: Seems like a place only a psychopath would love.
    
    309.
    Astarion
    : You wound me. A little bloodlust doth not a psychopath make.
    
    265.
    Astarion
    : You should know that better than anyone.^devnoteREALLY_DARK_URGE
    
    188.
    Astarion
    : Anyway, I imagine the killing will grow tiresome in time. Hopefully then we can return to Faerûn and start building a base of power through fear and manipulation.
    
    Link to Node 26
    
    40.
    Astarion
    : It has been a joy! I've been rediscovering what it means to be alive - more or less.
    
    61.
    Astarion
    : I've been out seeing the world, visiting cities charming dignitaries, and making friends up and down the Sword Coast.ORI_Astarion_State_GoingToTravel, ORI_Astarion_State_BecameVampireLord
    
    268.
    Astarion
    : I'm spinning my web. Power grows slowly, but I have nothing but time now.
    
    235. Player: And? How's it going?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    235. Player: And? How's it going?
    
    257.
    Astarion
    : Rather wonderfully, actually. I have been making all sorts of new friends.
    
    52.
    Astarion
    : They're the kinds of friends that would see me burn the first chance they get, but that's all in the nature of the game, isn't it?
    
    295.
    Astarion
    : But the important thing is I am doing wonderfully. Finally having a life that's worth living.
    
    124.
    Astarion
    : And who knows what's next? There is an entire world out there, ready for the taking.
    
    194. Player: Just don't do anything too drastic while I'm away? I don't want to miss out.END_GameFinale_State_PartnershipEndedAstarion
    
    332.
    Astarion
    : I make no promises, but I shall try. Bloodshed is always more fun with company, after all.
    
    201. [Jump] Jump to Node 104 (1)
    
    128. Player: I'd drink to that., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    128. Player: I'd drink to that.ORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    Link to Node 120
    
    50. Player: I'd drink to that., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_GALE = False
    
    50. Player: I'd drink to that.REALLY_GALE = False
    
    120.
    Astarion
    : Perhaps the next time we meet, we'll have grander conquests to toast.
    
    Link to Node 104
    
    342. Player: It seems like you're living a good life. I'm glad for you, fangs.ORI_Karlach_State_AvernusAlone, REALLY_KARLACH
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    253. Player: You have ambition. Take care not to confuse it with arrogance., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_LAEZEL
    
    253. Player: You have ambition. Take care not to confuse it with arrogance.REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    289. Player: I suppose you've earned a little indulgence - or a lot., FULL_CEREMORPH, SHADOWHEART_ENEMYOFSHARPATHREALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    289. Player: I suppose you've earned a little indulgence - or a lot., SHADOWHEART_ENEMYOFSHARPATHREALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    289. Player: It is not for me to deny you - enjoy yourself while you can. My Lady shall come to collect, in the end., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    289. Player: It is not for me to deny you - enjoy yourself while you can. My Lady shall come to collect, in the end.REALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    164. Player: More worlds than Toril, even, if you're ambitious enough.END_GameFinale_State_LaezelLeavesFaerun, ORI_Laezel_State_IsOnOrpheusPath, FULL_CEREMORPH = False, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    110. Player: That there is. And the more I see of it, the more I seek to conquer it., FULL_CEREMORPHEND_GameFinale_State_LaezelInFaerun, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    110. Player: That there is. And the more I see of it, the more I seek to conquer it.END_GameFinale_State_LaezelInFaerun, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    132. Player: The Vampire Ascendant ruling the world? That's an ambition worthy of my patronage..., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
    
    132. Player: The Vampire Ascendant ruling the world? That's an ambition worthy of my patronage...ORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    89. Player: Indeed there is. And we're better placed than most to take it., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    89. Player: Indeed there is. And we're better placed than most to take it.ORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    84.
    Astarion
    : You see, this is why I always liked you. You can see the big picture - what needs to be done.
    
    104.
    Astarion
    : I did miss you, you know. There is a sense of loneliness that comes with power.
    
    22.
    Astarion
    : But there'll be more than enough time to catch up once you're done playing hero.END_GameFinale_State_PartnershipEndedAstarion
    
    59.
    Astarion
    : So go - enjoy the party, then get back to burning your path across the planes.
    
    294.
    Astarion
    : And once you're done, you'll return to take your place at my side. And this world will tremble before us.
    
    160.
    Astarion
    : Until then, my love.
    End
    
    220.
    Astarion
    : We did share a wonderful adventure, you and I. A pity to see it end, in some ways.
    
    299.
    Astarion
    : But we have great new lives stretching out before us. And great new adventures to go on.
    
    314.
    Astarion
    : I will never forget the time we spent together, though. And I know you'll never forget me.
    
    310.
    Astarion
    : Until next time, darling.
    End
    
    276. Player: I'm going to take it, but I'll do it my way., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_DARK_URGE
    
    276. Player: I'm going to take it, but I'll do it my way.REALLY_DARK_URGE
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    250. Player: There are more worlds out there than you can know.END_BrainBattle_State_MindFlayersWithBigPlans = False, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    Link to Node 84
    
    7. Player: I've heard my followers express the same desire. They'll do their best to stop you..., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
    
    7. Player: I've heard my followers express the same desire. They'll do their best to stop you...ORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
    
    125.
    Astarion
    : Ha! Oh they are welcome to try. I could use a new trophy for my wall.
    
    154.
    Astarion
    : I did miss you, you know. You always had such unique ideas about the world.
    
    Link to Node 22
    
    Link to Node 220
    
    225. Player: Evil never lasts. Someone will stop you., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    225. Player: Evil never lasts. Someone will stop you.ORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    Link to Node 125
    
    139. Player: Evil never lasts. Someone will stop you., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_GALE = False
    
    139. Player: Evil never lasts. Someone will stop you.REALLY_GALE = False
    
    Link to Node 125
    
    178. Player: If you try to consume the world, the world may in fact consume you.REALLY_KARLACH, MINDFLAYER
    
    Link to Node 278
    
    33. Player: I think the world's been through enough for now without dealing with your advances, Astarion., FULL_CEREMORPH, SHADOWHEART_ENEMYOFSHARPATHREALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    33. Player: I think the world's been through enough for now without dealing with your advances, Astarion., SHADOWHEART_ENEMYOFSHARPATHREALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    33. Player: You can never truly take the world - only paw at it. This is all Lady Shar's prize., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    33. Player: You can never truly take the world - only paw at it. This is all Lady Shar's prize.REALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    278.
    Astarion
    : I appreciate your candour. Even if you couldn't be more wrong.^devnote
    
    335.
    Astarion
    : You know, I did miss you - you were never afraid to stand up to me. Now almost everyone is.^devnote
    
    Link to Node 22
    
    Link to Node 220
    
    219. Player: Tread carefully, or I'll toss you on the pile of demons I've slaughtered., FULL_CEREMORPHGLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
    
    219. Player: Tread carefully, or I'll toss you on the pile of demons I've slaughtered.GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
    
    Link to Node 328
    
    76. Player: Make no mistake - I will destroy you if you put Baldur's Gate in danger., FULL_CEREMORPHGLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke, REALLY_WYLL
    
    76. Player: Make no mistake - I will destroy you if you put Baldur's Gate in danger.GLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke, REALLY_WYLL
    
    328. [Jump] Jump to Node 335 (1)
    
    86. Player: Become a monster, and I'll destroy you as I have so many others., FULL_CEREMORPHGLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke = False, GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus = False, REALLY_WYLL
    
    86. Player: Become a monster, and I'll destroy you as I have so many others.GLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke = False, GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus = False, REALLY_WYLL
    
    Link to Node 328
    
    199. Player: This world isn't yours for the taking, Astarion. Did the Absolute's rise and fall teach you nothing?, FULL_CEREMORPHEND_GameFinale_State_LaezelLeavesFaerun, ORI_Laezel_State_IsOnOrpheusPath, FULL_CEREMORPH = False, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    199. Player: This world isn't yours for the taking, Astarion. Did the Absolute's rise and fall teach you nothing?END_GameFinale_State_LaezelLeavesFaerun, ORI_Laezel_State_IsOnOrpheusPath, FULL_CEREMORPH = False, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    Link to Node 41
    
    177. Player: Toril belongs to all of us. I bow to no one - and most certainly not to you., FULL_CEREMORPHEND_GameFinale_State_LaezelInFaerun, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    177. Player: Toril belongs to all of us. I bow to no one - and most certainly not to you.END_GameFinale_State_LaezelInFaerun, REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    Link to Node 323
    
    66. Player: I admire your ambition, even if it is rather... obvious., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
    
    66. Player: I admire your ambition, even if it is rather... obvious.ORI_Gale_State_IsGod, REALLY_GALE
    
    41. [Jump] Jump to Node 278 (1)
    
    176. Player: A world far too precious for it to be punctured by your ambitions. You aren't taking anything., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    176. Player: A world far too precious for it to be punctured by your ambitions. You aren't taking anything.ORI_Gale_State_IsGod = False, REALLY_GALE
    
    323. [Jump] Jump to Node 335 (1)
    
    345. Player: Pathetic. You sound worse than my Father., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_DARK_URGE
    
    345. Player: Pathetic. You sound worse than my Father.REALLY_DARK_URGE
    
    Link to Node 41
    
    344. Player: You are not the only one here with ambitions. It would be a pity if we came into conflict.END_BrainBattle_State_MindFlayersWithBigPlans = False, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    Link to Node 323
    
    155. Player: That sounds like something Cazador would say., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    155. Player: That sounds like something Cazador would say.
    
    200.
    Astarion
    : Try to wound me all you like, but I'm so much better than he ever was.
    
    118.
    Astarion
    : I achieved what he only dreamed about. And now my ambitions can take me anywhere I want.
    
    Link to Node 295
    
    195. Player: I'm well aware of your 'web', but Baldur's Gate is under my protection., FULL_CEREMORPHGLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke, REALLY_WYLL
    
    195. Player: I'm well aware of your 'web', but Baldur's Gate is under my protection.GLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke, REALLY_WYLL
    
    1.
    Astarion
    : Oh my boy, don't be like that - the Gate is more than big enough for us both.
    
    74.
    Astarion
    : Anyway, it's not like Baldur's Gate is the only city in Faerûn. I have plenty of options.
    
    Link to Node 295
    
    113. Player: What's your end game? Ruler of Baldur's Gate?, FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_WYLL = False
    
    113. Player: What's your end game? Ruler of Baldur's Gate?REALLY_WYLL = False
    
    Link to Node 141
    
    27. Player: What's your end game, Astarion - ruler of Baldur's Gate? I would never let it happen., FULL_CEREMORPHGLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke = False, REALLY_WYLL
    
    27. Player: What's your end game, Astarion - ruler of Baldur's Gate? I would never let it happen.GLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke = False, REALLY_WYLL
    
    141.
    Astarion
    : Oh I wouldn't say 'ruler', any old fool can sit on a throne. I would be more of a... puppet master?
    
    3.
    Astarion
    : For all my freedom to walk in the sun, it's still much more fun to pull the strings of power from the shadows.
    
    102.
    Astarion
    : Not that everyone's on board, of course. Our friend Wyll is a stubbornly capable Grand Duke. It's been difficult to get much past him, although I will keep trying.GLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke, REALLY_WYLL = False
    
    Link to Node 295
    
    227.
    Astarion
    : Cazador's mansion has become my palace and played host to every kind of banquet, soiree, and masquerade imaginable.
    
    302.
    Astarion
    : And of course has seen its fair share of hedonism, clandestine deals, and the occasional disappearance. Whatever it takes to build up my influence over those who matter.
    
    Link to Node 268
    
    231. Player: I should really go and speak to the others., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    231. Player: I should go and talk to the others.
    
    127.
    Astarion
    : If you'd rather waste your time with them, you're entirely welcome to.
    
    20.
    Astarion
    : But not to worry, I'm sure our paths will cross again.EPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionContinueDiscussionLater
    End
- 171.
  Astarion
  : It's an honour, standing before the most famous wizard in the lands.^devnoteREALLY_GALE
  - 57.
    Astarion
    : You could have been a god, but I suppose 'wizard' will do.
    
    133. Player: Not just a wizard - Professor Gale Dekarios of Blackstaff Academy, at your service., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_GALE
    
    133. Player: Not just a wizard - Professor Gale Dekarios of Blackstaff Academy, at your service.REALLY_GALE
    
    151.
    Astarion
    : You finally found a place where you could talk all day and everyone had to listen to you? You must be elated.
    
    Link to Node 48
    
    256. Player: Power isn't everything, my friend., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    256. Player: Power isn't everything, my friend.
    
    279.
    Astarion
    : No, power isn't everything. But it is an awful lot of fun.
    
    Link to Node 48
    
    297. Player: 'Wizard'? You sound like Minthara..., FULL_CEREMORPHEPI_Epilogue_State_MintharaPresent
    
    297. Player: 'Wizard'? You sound like Minthara...EPI_Epilogue_State_MintharaPresent
    
    92.
    Astarion
    : Don't get me wrong, darling, you are quite the wizard. Even Elminster's in your shadow now.^devnote
    
    48.
    Astarion
    : I admit, I did expect you to be a little bitter about missing out on godhood. But instead you look... happy. And you wear it well.
    
    Link to Node 163
    
    17. Player: Divinity would have been nice, it's true..., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    17. Player: Divinity would have been nice, it's true...
    
    37.
    Astarion
    : But look on the bright side - your life is yours to live. You're not bound to answer prayers or appear in visions or - whatever else gods do.
    
    29.
    Astarion
    : You may be mortal, but you look... well, happy. And you wear it rather well.
    
    163. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
    
    168. Player: I did what felt right. Did you, when you chose to become the 'Vampire Ascendant'?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    168. Player: I did what felt right. Did you, when you chose to become the 'Vampire Ascendant'?
    
    21.
    Astarion
    : Of course I did - look at me! I have it all - power, riches, influence. What more could I want?
    
    0. Player: You're happy, then? You think you made the right choice?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    0. Player: You're happy, then? You think you made the right choice?
    
    311. [Jump] Jump to Node 293 (1)
    
    306. Player: Forget I said anything. How have you been?, FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    306. Player: Forget I said anything. How have you been?
    
    174. [Jump] Jump to Node 32 (2)
    
    94. [Jump] Jump to Node 231 (1)
- 196.
  Astarion
  : Or... projected? Honestly, if I'd known this was an option, I would have stayed at home too.^devnoteEND_GameFinale_State_LaezelLeavesFaerun, REALLY_LAEZEL
  - 190. Player: I'm sorry I just disappeared. I didn't mean to leave you like that.END_GameFinale_State_PartnershipEndedAstarion
    
    209. [Alias]
    
    Alias to Node 286
    
    129. [Alias]
    
    Alias to Node 182
    
    267. [Alias]
    
    Alias to Node 255
    
    249. [Alias]
    
    Alias to Node 214
    
    307. [Jump] Jump to Node 214 (2)
  - 69. Player: I've taken a breather in Limbo with Lae'zel, after myriad battles in the Astral Plane., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Laezel_State_PlayerLaezelOrpheus, REALLY_LAEZEL = False
  - 69. Player: I've taken a breather in Limbo with Lae'zel, after myriad battles in the Astral Plane.ORI_Laezel_State_PlayerLaezelOrpheus, REALLY_LAEZEL = False
    
    233.
    Astarion
    : Oh yes, the war! Forgive me, it slipped my mind entirely.
    
    Link to Node 31
  - 184. Player: I've taken a breather in Limbo, after myriad battles in the Astral Plane., FULL_CEREMORPHREALLY_LAEZEL
  - 184. Player: I've taken a breather in Limbo, after myriad battles in the Astral Plane.REALLY_LAEZEL
    
    Link to Node 233
  - 272. Player: I would prefer to be there in person. It is good to see you.
    
    122.
    Astarion
    : It's good to see you too. A pity we can't share a drink, it's been too long, darling.
    
    31.
    Astarion
    : I have been rather busy, you see. I'm now a man of power and influence - it doesn't leave much time for indulging in treats like this.
    
    252. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
  - 262. Player: This projection will have to do. I hope you weren't expecting a hug., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 262. Player: This projection will have to do. I hope you weren't expecting a hug., REALLY_GITHYANKI
  - 262. Player: This projected form is adequate. Unless you missed my scent, istik?
    
    259.
    Astarion
    : Well... Maybe a little. But I'm not complaining - anything that means I get to see my old friends again.
    
    Link to Node 31
- 210. [Alias] ORI_Laezel_State_PlayerLaezelOrpheus, REALLY_LAEZEL = False
  - Alias to Node 196
  - 159. [Jump] Jump to Node 196 (2)
- 54.
  Astarion
  : I wasn't sure you'd want to stay on our humble plane. You haven't gone native, have you?^devnoteEND_GameFinale_State_LaezelInFaerun, REALLY_LAEZEL
  - 68. Player: I stayed for love. I do not regret it., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_State_Partnered
  - 68. Player: I stayed for love. I do not regret it.ORI_State_Partnered
    
    260.
    Astarion
    : Oh, been indulging your appetite, have you? So have I, as it happens.
    
    258.
    Astarion
    : You should visit some time. Now that I'm a man of influence, I'm sure we could satisfy any cravings you had.
    
    Link to Node 252
  - 172. Player: I enjoyed my time in Baldur's Gate. It gave me a taste for more., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Laezel_State_InBaldursGate
  - 172. Player: I enjoyed my time in Baldur's Gate. It gave me a taste for more.ORI_Laezel_State_InBaldursGate
    
    Link to Node 260
  - 203. Player: I have come to like this planet. And even some of its people., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 203. Player: I have come to like this planet. And even some of its people.
    
    114.
    Astarion
    : Esteemed company included, I'm sure. I am a man of influence now, after all.
    
    Link to Node 252
  - 271. Player: It's good to see you too., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 271. Player: It's good to see you too.
    
    228.
    Astarion
    : Lae'zel, was that... a joke? Do you need to lie down?
    
    329.
    Astarion
    : If you need a place to recuperate, you're more than welcome to visit my palace. It is rather decadent, you know.
    
    Link to Node 252
- 103.
  Astarion
  : The matriarch of the Sharran temple herself! I'm honoured, your Lossness.^devnoteORI_Shadowheart_State_Shar_KilledParents, REALLY_SHADOWHEART
  - 181.
    Astarion
    : I am a little surprised, I wasn't sure you'd come walk among us who have so much.
    
    78. Player: Some things are worth remembering. Celebrating, even., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    78. Player: Some things are worth remembering. Celebrating, even.
    
    187.
    Astarion
    : That doesn't sound especially Sharran of you. But what do I know - I never had much time for gods.
    
    251.
    Astarion
    : Even if we knew them when they were mere mortals, Gale...^devnoteORI_Gale_State_IsGod
    
    88.
    Astarion
    : But this is not the night to split hairs. It's a night to celebrate our past and toast our future.
    
    Link to Node 175
    
    107. Player: Perhaps I missed you, despite myself., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    107. Player: Perhaps I missed you, despite myself.
    
    15.
    Astarion
    : Well of course you did, my sweet. Who wouldn't miss such esteemed company?
    
    175. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
    
    123. Player: I am here to see the others. Not you., FULL_CEREMORPH
    
    123. Player: I am here to see the others. Not you.
    
    100.
    Astarion
    : You wound me - I thought we had something. Two kindred spirits with shared interests in darkness and grief.
    
    63.
    Astarion
    : That time locked away in your temple has done you no favours, darling. I've been out in the world, living, and look at me now!
    
    Link to Node 175
- 36.
  Astarion
  : Shar's greatest apostate. Although you seem to be doing rather well without 'the Lady'.^devnoteORI_Shadowheart_State_Shar_KilledParents = False, REALLY_SHADOWHEART
  - 274. Player: I am - I've been getting to know my parents., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_Shadowheart_State_RejectShar_SavedParents, REALLY_SHADOWHEART
  - 274. Player: I am - I've been getting to know my parents.ORI_Shadowheart_State_RejectShar_SavedParents, REALLY_SHADOWHEART
    
    336.
    Astarion
    : Oh yes? Good for you. I'm sure it's been very emotional and... good.
    
    282.
    Astarion
    : It's just not especially interesting, that's all. I was really hoping for some sex or violence. You know: something fun.
    
    Link to Node 269
  - 324. Player: I've been healing. Learning. Finding my place in the world., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 324. Player: I've been healing. Learning. Finding my place in the world.
    
    Link to Node 336
  - 263. Player: I'm my own person now. It feels wonderful., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 263. Player: I'm my own person now. It feels wonderful.
    
    327.
    Astarion
    : Yes, that's the spirit! Claiming your place in the world - not letting anyone stand in your way. We're two of a kind, really.
    
    Link to Node 269
  - 185. Player: And you seem as terrible as ever., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 185. Player: And you seem as terrible as ever.
    
    158.
    Astarion
    : Oh my sweet, so good of you to notice.^devnote
    
    269.
    Astarion
    : I've been living, you see. Sampling every titillation and vice this world has to offer. And it offers a lot.
    
    Link to Node 175
- 292.
  Astarion
  : The Grand Duke himself! Come to walk amongst the plebs?^devnoteGLO_Wyll_State_GrandDuke, REALLY_WYLL
  - 46. Player: I'm here as 'Old Friend' Wyll, not 'Grand Duke' Wyll., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 46. Player: I'm here as 'Old Friend' Wyll, not 'Grand Duke' Wyll.
    
    73.
    Astarion
    : You're a man of power now, Wyll. However you introduce yourself, you will always be the Grand Duke.
    
    343.
    Astarion
    : People like us cannot just put on and cast aside the trappings of power. We're special, you and I.
    
    Link to Node 39
  - 315. Player: You're hardly a pleb, Astarion. You have a palace in the Gate., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 315. Player: You're hardly a pleb, Astarion. You have a palace in the Gate.
    
    301.
    Astarion
    : Well, yes, I suppose I am rather special. I've become a man of some influence since we last spent any quality time together.
    
    Link to Node 39
  - 60. Player: I could say the same - I haven't seen you walking the streets recently., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 60. Player: I could say the same - I haven't seen you walking the streets recently.
    
    325.
    Astarion
    : Well no, I have had a busy schedule. I've been mixing with Baldur's Gate highest society, after all. Making connections, gaining influence - finding my place in this beautiful city of yours.
    
    Link to Node 39
- 109.
  Astarion
  : The Blade of Avernus, fresh from the Hells. And how are you enjoying your infernal crusade?^devnoteGLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
  - 146. Player: I've had to walk a delicate path, killing devils while keeping Mizora on my side., FULL_CEREMORPHCAMP_MizorasPact_State_WyllEternalPact, GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
  - 146. Player: I've had to walk a delicate path, killing devils while keeping Mizora on my side.CAMP_MizorasPact_State_WyllEternalPact, GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
    
    121.
    Astarion
    : Alas, not every deal with a devil works out as well as it did for me.
    
    246. [Jump] Jump to Node 16 (1)
  - 264. Player: Now that I'm free of my pact, I've made the Hells tremble., FULL_CEREMORPHCAMP_MizorasPact_State_WyllReleasedFromPact, GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
  - 264. Player: Now that I'm free of my pact, I've made the Hells tremble.CAMP_MizorasPact_State_WyllReleasedFromPact, GLO_Wyll_State_BladeOfAvernus, REALLY_WYLL
    
    284.
    Astarion
    : Oh, that is excellent! I had hoped you would cause a little chaos down there. And some carnage to boot by the sounds of it.
    
    Link to Node 39
  - 334. Player: It's every bit as enjoyable as it sounds., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 334. Player: It's every bit as enjoyable as it sounds.
    
    135.
    Astarion
    : Well, it sounds very enjoyable to me, so I trust you're having a darling time.
    
    Link to Node 16
  - 147. Player: Killing devils is going well. Although I'm not above killing dangerous vampires too., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 147. Player: Killing devils is going well. Although I'm not above killing dangerous vampires too.
    
    340.
    Astarion
    : Well, I shall be sure to let you know if I spot any.
    
    298.
    Astarion
    : Thankfully we're just two good friends, reminiscing and enjoying life.
    
    Link to Node 16
- 96.
  Astarion
  : The Blade of Frontiers, famed for protecting the weak and slaying monsters. I hope you don't think either will be necessary tonight.^devnoteREALLY_WYLL
  - 13. Player: Not as long as you behave, no., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 13. Player: Not as long as you behave, no.
    
    204.
    Astarion
    : Please, when have I ever behaved?
    
    Link to Node 16
  - 202. Player: I'm not sure. Are you feeling especially weak?, FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 202. Player: I'm not sure. Are you feeling especially weak?
    
    117.
    Astarion
    : Ha! Oh no, my boy. I haven't felt weak in a long, long time.
    
    Link to Node 16
  - 239. Player: I missed you. You were always good for a laugh on a long trail., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 239. Player: I missed you. You were always good for a laugh on a long trail.
    
    5.
    Astarion
    : The feeling is very mutual. Even if I was laughing behind your back.
    
    16.
    Astarion
    : But I am glad you came - and I genuinely mean that. An evening like this would not be the same without you.
    
    39. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
- 313.
  Astarion
  : My murderous little friend! What have you been up to? Fallen back into old habits?^devnoteORI_DarkUrge_State_BhaalResisted, REALLY_DARK_URGE
  - 131. Player: No, the urges have passed. I'm my own person again., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 131. Player: No, the urges have passed. I'm my own person again.
    
    97.
    Astarion
    : Well, that's a relief. I didn't want to ruin a perfectly good evening by having to kill you.
    
    212.
    Astarion
    : Never mind a perfectly good set of clothes. This cloth stains at the slightest drop of blood. It's awful.
    
    Link to Node 281
  - 234. Player: I've been trying to relax - lots of herbal tea and breathing exercises., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 234. Player: I've been trying to relax - lots of herbal tea and breathing exercises.
    
    Link to Node 97
  - 303. Player: Researching Bhaalspawn. I want to know everything I can about what happened to me., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 303. Player: Researching Bhaalspawn. I want to know everything I can about what happened to me.
    
    28.
    Astarion
    : Ah, a sensible pastime indeed. You must tell me all about it sometime. I'm sure I'd find it fascinating.
    
    281. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
  - 45. Player: Thinking about taking over the world. But this time doing it my way., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 45. Player: Thinking about taking over the world. But this time doing it my way.
    
    93.
    Astarion
    : Ah, a mutual interest! You must tell me all about it sometime - if only to make sure our plans don't clash.
    
    Link to Node 281
- 333.
  Astarion
  : My first and oldest friend. The last six months have been kind to you.^devnote
  - 287. Player: You can thank my other half for that. Being with them has been a blessing., FULL_CEREMORPHORI_State_Partnered
  - 287. Player: You can thank my other half for that. Being with them has been a blessing.ORI_State_Partnered
    
    312.
    Astarion
    : A blessing, no less? Well isn't that just darling?
    
    183.
    Astarion
    : A pity that you let the real blessing slip through your fingers, of course. Though we all make mistakes.^devnoteORI_State_WasPartneredWithAstarion
    
    Link to Node 192
  - 338. Player: I've tried to live a good life since we last met., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 338. Player: I've tried to live a good life since we last met.
    
    87.
    Astarion
    : Gods, really? Well, if that's what tickles you, I suppose.
    
    192.
    Astarion
    : But I am glad to see you're living life to the fullest. We deserve nothing less, you and I.^devnote
    
    81. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
  - 273. Player: They have! I've indulged every vice I had and discovered some new ones., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 273. Player: They have! I've indulged every vice I had and discovered some new ones.
    
    218.
    Astarion
    : A soul after my own heart! Assuming you have any soul left, of course.
    
    Link to Node 192
  - 9. Player: It's been excellent - I've been seeing the world., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 9. Player: It's been excellent - I've been seeing the world.
    
    277.
    Astarion
    : Ah, travelling far and wide, seeing all this world has to offer. A fine life indeed.
    
    Link to Node 81
  - 23. Player: Not as kind as they've been to you., FULL_CEREMORPH
  - 23. Player: Not as kind as they've been to you.
    
    319.
    Astarion
    : I admit, since my ascension it's been a charmed existence. Everything I ever wanted is right at my fingertips.
    
    Link to Node 81
67. [Alias] EPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionContinueDiscussionLaterEPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionContinueDiscussionLater = False
- Alias to Node 42
- 240. [Jump] Jump to Node 254 (2)
152.
Astarion
: We've already had one heart-to-heart - best to leave it at that, don't you think? I'm not sure I can manage another bout of sentimentality.^devnoteEPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion
End
161.
Astarion
: I'm flattered by the attention, darling, but don't you want to check in with some of our erstwhile companions? I'm sure they've missed you.EPI_Epilogue_State_OnlyAvatarsAndPartners = False, ORI_State_PartneredWithAstarion, EPI_Epilogue_State_TalkedWithOthersNonAstarion = False, EPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionToldToTalkToOthers = FalseEPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionToldToTalkToOthers
End
166.
Astarion
: You're not done already, surely?^devnoteORI_State_PartneredWithAstarion, EPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion, EPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionSulking
End
167.
Astarion
: You can't want to go already. Enjoy tonight, celebrate with our sweet friends.^devnoteEND_GameFinale_Event_AccompanyKarlachToHell, EPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion, REALLY_KARLACH
- 44.
  Astarion
  : And when you're done, we can get back to enjoying forever together.
  End
173.
Astarion
: [TagGreeting] EPI_Epilogue_State_IsHologram
- 2. [Nested Dialog]
  - 308. [Jump] Jump to Node 206 (1)
  - 321. [Jump] Jump to Node 167 (1)
  - 304. [Jump] Jump to Node 10 (1)
  - 296. [Jump] Jump to Node 161 (1)
  - 291. [Jump] Jump to Node 166 (1)
  - 283. [Jump] Jump to Node 226 (1)
  - 316. [Jump] Jump to Node 35 (1)
  - 149. [Jump] Jump to Node 67 (1)
  - 275. [Jump] Jump to Node 152 (1)
  - 19. [Jump] Jump to Node 42 (1)
206. [Alias] EPI_Epilogue_State_OnlyAvatarsAndPartners = False, END_GameFinale_Event_AccompanyKarlachToHell, EPI_Epilogue_State_TalkedWithOthersNonAstarion = False, EPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionToldToTalkToOthers = False, REALLY_KARLACHEPI_Epilogue_State_AstarionToldToTalkToOthers
End
- Alias to Node 161
226.
Astarion
: We have eternity for chit-chat, my love - the others only get you for tonight. I can't keep you all to myself.^devnoteORI_State_PartneredWithAstarion, EPI_Epilogue_HasMet_Astarion
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