Hey everyone! Can you believe we're finally at the end of our Baldur's Gate 3 journey? After all the blood, sweat, and tears (mostly from reloading saves, am I right?), the final confrontation with the Netherbrain is upon us. But here's the thing – you don't have to face it alone! Remember all those friends, companions, and questionable acquaintances we've met along the way? Well, guess what? They can actually help us in the final battle! And I'm not just talking about moral support – some of them will literally fight by our side! How cool is that?
I've been digging through all the updates, including the latest Patch 7 changes (yes, they're still updating this masterpiece in 2026!), and I've put together this comprehensive guide to all the allies you can recruit for the ultimate showdown. Trust me, having the right team can make the difference between glorious victory and... well, let's not talk about that.
What Are Allies and How Do They Work?
First things first – what exactly can these allies do for us? Most of them will be summonable during the final fight through the "Call Forth Allies" button on your hotbar. This is seriously a game-changer! Depending on who you've recruited, they might:
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Appear in person to fight alongside you (like Dame Aylin showing up with her massive sword!)
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Send a force of fighters to battle in their place (think Gur warriors or Harper archers)
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Cast powerful magic to aid you on the battlefield (Isobel's healing, anyone?)
But wait, there's more! Some allies won't join the physical fight but will give you powerful passive buffs that last the entire battle. And the best part? You get to choose two individuals who will join your party permanently for the rest of the game! Talk about building your dream team!
The Complete Ally Roster: Who's Who and How to Get Them
Alright, let's get into the meat of this guide. I've organized everything into easy-to-read sections. Remember, some of these have been updated with Patch 7, so pay attention!
🗡️ Allies You Can Summon Into Battle
These are the friends who'll literally show up and throw down with you. Here's the breakdown:
| Ally | Summon Ability | How to Recruit Them |
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| Astarion | Summons undead army (skeletons, ghast, werewolf) | Must defeat Cazador AND let Astarion become an ascended vampire |
| Dame Aylin | The Nightsong herself fights in person! | Protect Isobel, defeat Ketheric, spare Aylin in Act 2, then defeat Lorroakan with her help in Act 3 |
| Counselor Florrick | 3 defensive Flaming Fist guards | Rescue her from prison in Act 3 |
| Auntie Ethel | Turns up to 5 creatures invisible | Spare her at the teahouse AND side with her again during the hag survivor quests |
| The Gur | 3 Gur warriors (2 melee, 1 archer) | Rescue children from Cazador and present them to the Gur |
| Guild or Zhentarim | 2 assassins from whichever faction you side with | Complete Minsc's quest and pick a side in the guild war |
| Gondians | Summon a Steel Watcher (NEW in Patch 7!) | Save Gondian families at Iron Throne AND Steel Watch Foundry |
| Iron Hand Gnomes | 2 gnomes throwing explosives | Save Wulbren in Act 2, destroy Steel Foundry, side with them against Gondians |
| Isobel | Heals 6 nearby allies for 14d6 HP | Protect her at Last Light Inn, defeat Ketheric, save Nightsong |
| Jaheira | 3 Harper archers for ranged support | Side with her in Act 2, find Harper hideout, recruit Minsc in Act 3 |
| Kuo-Toa | Fish people army (NEW in Patch 7!) | Kill BOAAL in Underdark and crown yourself as their new god |
| Mizora | Summons Mizora who can cast Disintegrate | Save her in Act 2, accept her new deal in Act 3 to save Duke Ravengard |
| Owlbear Cub | Your grown owlbear fights in person! | Recruit cub in Act 1, complete Dammon/Karlach quests, meet Dammon in Act 3 |
| Rolan/Lorroakan | Deals massive fire+force damage (one-time use) | Multiple paths: protect Rolan through all acts OR betray Nightsong to Lorroakan |
| Strange Ox | Shapeshifting ox with 300+ HP | Continue his questline through all three acts |
| Inspector Valeria | 3 heavily armored City Watch fighters | Complete murder investigation quests and save her |
| Viconia or Sharrans | 4 Sharran warriors | Either turn Shadowheart over to Viconia OR have Shadowheart kill her parents and defeat Viconia |
| Kith'rak Voss | Red dragon breathing fire (one-time use!) | Side with him, complete Orphic Hammer quest, speak at Sharess' Caress |
| Yurgir | The hellstalker himself joins the fight | Persuade him (DC30!) to join you against Raphael |
| Zevlor | 3 tiefling paladins (Hellriders) | Save tiefling grove, rescue him from Moonrise Towers |
🛡️ Allies Who Provide Passive Buffs
These allies won't show up to fight, but their support is absolutely invaluable:
| Ally | Buff Effect | How to Get It |
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| Arabella | Weavewalker: All allies gain Freedom of Movement | Save her from Kagha, complete her quest in Act 2, find her in Act 3 |
| Bhaal | Bloody Inheritance: Stunning Gaze ability, easier crits for Dark Urge | Impress Murder Tribunal, defeat Orin as Dark Urge, accept Bhaal's blessing |
| Duke Ravengard | Rallied: +30 temporary HP for all allies | Save him via Mizora deal or Iron Throne rescue |
| Mol | Fetcher's Favour: Rays of Fire once, fire resistance, +1d4 to Charisma | Give her contract back but don't tell about Raphael's death |
| Thaniel/Halsin | Spirit of the Land: +1 to all Ability Scores, +2m movement | Complete Halsin's entire questline including Art and Oliver |
| Volo | Guide to Monsters: +2 to Attack, Saving Throws, Ability Checks | Save him from goblins in Act 1, save him again in Act 3 |
🎯 The Ultimate Choice: Emperor vs. Orpheus
This is arguably the biggest decision you'll make for the final battle. Both provide the exact same buff: Resistance to Psychic damage and +3 to INT/WIS/CHA Saving Throws for allies within 18m. But how you get them is completely different:
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The Emperor: Side with him and choose to devour Orpheus's brain
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Orpheus: Betray the Emperor and free him using the Orphic Hammer
Seriously, this choice has huge story implications beyond just the battle buff!
My Personal Recommendations & Strategy Tips
After testing various combinations, here's what I've found works best:
🥇 Top Tier Must-Have Allies:
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Dame Aylin – She's basically a one-woman army
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Isobel – That AoE healing is a literal lifesaver
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Kith'rak Voss – A dragon. Need I say more? (Even if it's one-time use)
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Duke Ravengard – +30 temp HP for EVERYONE is insane
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Volo – +2 to almost everything? Yes please!
💡 Pro-Tips for Maximum Effectiveness:
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Timing is everything: Don't blow your one-time use summons (like Voss's dragon) too early!
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Mix and match: Balance summonable allies with passive buff providers
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Positioning matters: Remember that some buffs (like the Emperor/Orpheus) have an 18m range
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Save often: Especially before making key ally decisions in Act 3
🐛 Known Issues to Watch Out For:
The owlbear cub summon has a bug where it might only be able to Dash. This seems to happen most often when summoning it on top of the Netherbrain. If this happens to you, try summoning it in the High Hall Courtyard instead!
Final Thoughts: Building Your Dream Team
Look, I know this is a lot of information to process. But here's the beautiful thing about Baldur's Gate 3 – your choices actually matter! The allies you recruit are a direct reflection of the journey you've taken. Did you side with the Gondians or the Iron Hand? Did you save the tieflings or let them suffer? Did you... become a fish god? (Seriously, the Kuo-Toa addition in Patch 7 is wild!)
My advice? Don't stress too much about getting "the perfect" combination. Instead, think about the story you want to tell. Want a redemption arc? Focus on saving everyone you can. Playing an evil run? Embrace those darker allies like Bhaal's blessing or Viconia's Sharrans.
Remember, this is YOUR story. These allies represent the impact you've had on the world of Baldur's Gate. Whether you're facing the Netherbrain with an army of Harpers, a dragon-riding githyanki, or a shapeshifting ox (or all of the above!), make it a finale worthy of your adventure!
What's your favorite ally combination? Have you discovered any crazy synergies I missed? Let me know in the comments – and may your rolls be crits in the final battle! 🎲⚔️