Astarion is a Bard
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #32 of 61 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Yes, I’m aware respeccing is a thing, but I personally feel that it breaks immersion, these mods ensure the characters’ journeys feel "seamless" from the start.
Astarion begins the game as a Bard instead of a Rogue.
Mostly made for myself as I was surprised this mod didn't already exist.
I did not edit his starting equipment to add an instrument, to avoid incompatibilities with mods that I personally use, so by default he will whistle when using Bard spells. You can respec him at Withers if you really want to give him an instrument.
This mod will be incompatible with anything that edits Astarion's origin file, for example mods that allow you to edit his appearance.
Will only affect new games.
Installation
Import the archive into BG3MM.
Astarion is a Bard is a compact companion mod that changes Astarion's starting class from Rogue to Bard. It has 30 endorsements and 1,850 downloads, last updated in May 2025. For players who want a different flavor for the vampire spawn without overhauling the game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tiny download count (1,850) but a niche pick for Bard fans.
- Does exactly what it says—no bloat, just a class swap.
- Fresh take on Astarion's origin story.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 30 endorsements—community hasn't fully vetted it.
- No details on how it affects dialogue or quests.
- May conflict with other mods that alter Astarion's stats or class.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want to roleplay Astarion as a charismatic Bard instead of a sneaky Rogue. Perfect for those who enjoy reimagining companion backstories. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay changes or if you prefer to keep companions as originally designed.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex to install and manage this mod easily.
- Check if you have other mods that modify Astarion's class or abilities to avoid conflicts.
- Load this mod after any other companion overhauls to ensure it takes effect.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- xJustAdam
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 1,850
- Endorsements
- 30
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 11/25/2024
- Updated
- 5/26/2025
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