So as you know that, Larian Studios is gearing up to drop a significant update for Baldur’s Gate 3 with the highly anticipated Patch 7 very soon. As the last major content update before the team shifts focus to their next project, this patch has already started beta testing long ago.
If you’ve been keeping up with the game, you know that Larian has a knack for releasing updates that not only polish the game but also add exciting new content—and Patch 7 is no exception.
Since its release, Baldur’s Gate 3 has seen a steady stream of updates aimed at refining the game’s already rich world.
Patch 7 promises to follow suit, with a host of new features including UI enhancements, combat adjustments for Honor Mode, and the addition of a bard companion.
However, the most intriguing change teased so far is a brand-new ending that’s set to shake up the storyline for one specific character: Lae’zel.
Lae’zel Gets a Narrative Overhaul
In Baldur’s Gate 3, the origin characters—who can serve as either playable protagonists or companions—are complex individuals, each with their own devoted fanbases.
But let’s be real, not all of them are equally popular.
Case in point: Lae’zel. Despite her fierce personality and combat skills, she hasn’t exactly won over the masses, like other origin characters like Astarion, Shadowheart or Dark Urge.
In fact, Larian Studios revealed on December 5, 2023, that Lae’zel is the least-played origin character in the game.
But with Patch 7, that might just change.
A New Dragon-Centric Ending for Lae’zel
Ahead of Patch 7’s release, Larian dropped a sneak peek at a new Lae’zel-specific ending.
In this cutscene, Lae’zel is seen at Baldur’s Gate after the final showdown with the Absolute. And here’s where things get interesting—Lae’zel summons and tames a red dragon, a creature that has a deep connection with the Gith, as shown in the game’s opening cinematic.
The scene unfolds with Lae’zel mounting the dragon and flying away from Baldur’s Gate, flanked by other Gith dragon riders and a fleet of nautiloids.
As she departs, the narrator drops some heavy lines about loyalty and the lifelong fight to return home—a clear nod to Lae’zel’s internal struggle throughout the game.
While it’s still unclear what players need to do to unlock this ending, the implications are huge.
The teaser suggests that Lae’zel has not only earned the respect of her fellow Gith but has also taken control of the Absolute’s mind-flayer army.
From the narration, it seems like Lae’zel is gearing up to lead a rebellion against the Githyanki queen Vlaakith on the Astral Plane.
New Ending will be Game-Changer for her arc
This new ending is a big deal for Lae’zel, giving her a level of agency she hasn’t had before.
Throughout the game, Lae’zel has been a character defined by her strict adherence to Githyanki customs, often deferring to other powerful Githyanki figures like Vlaakith, Kith’rak Voss, and Orpheus.
But with this Patch 7 update, Lae’zel could finally break free from those constraints, emerge as a leader, and push her Gith comrades to evolve alongside her.
And let’s be honest, who wouldn’t want control over a red dragon?
While it remains to be seen how prominently the dragon will feature beyond the cutscene, it’s possible that Lae’zel could summon this fiery ally during key battles, like the final confrontation with the Absolute.
Imagine unleashing a dragon in the midst of the chaos—talk about a game-changing moment.
For those of you still on the fence about diving into a Lae’zel-centric playthrough, this new ending might just be the nudge you need.
Unlike other endings that veer towards darker outcomes, this one offers a unique path that isn’t overtly evil.
The potential impact on Lae’zel’s story—and the overall narrative—makes this a standout addition to the already extensive list of Baldur’s Gate 3 endings.
