Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke revealed at GDC 2024 that Astarion, a character in Baldur's Gate 3, was originally designed as a Tiefling but later changed to a high elf vampire spawn. Early designs and voice work by Neil Newbon were shared, showing the evolution of the character.
Astarion Was a Tiefling in an Early Version of Baldur's Gate 3, GDC Panel Reveals https://t.co/RrfVSlWtY7 https://t.co/5GPflV9wqI
Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke has shared an early look at every Baldur’s Gate 3 fan’s favorite vampire Astarion, and it looks like a lot has changed since the early days of his creation. https://t.co/CJRg5mD6wc https://t.co/Hues9ETCLb
The iconic high elf vampire spawn was very nearly a tiefling. https://t.co/Ayauyv58cv https://t.co/GW4lMwx9pM
Fun fact: Astarion was originally a Tiefling! Here’s a pic at an early design, voiced by @NeilNewbon. Thanks to Conference Associate Austin Garcia for snapping a pic! #GDC2024 #BaldursGate3 https://t.co/bCKUX6WHwv
Fun fact shared by Swen: Astarion was originally a Tiefling! #GDC2024 #BaldursGate3 https://t.co/2FWX13KNHp