#anuschka

Anuschka (she/her)

-Karlach: She finds Karlach to be sweet and amusing and has protective instincts over her (especially when she meets Gortash because Anuschka does hate the rich and noble). However she can never seen to figure out what to talk about with Karlach. Wishes her all the best, but also doesn't want her to suffer in hell- she also (mostly) wishes to accept everybodys decision so in the end she lets Karlach go. She will forever be sad that the poor girl had to die.

Karlach loved Anuschka in a way, but probably also thought she was a little too cold and unconcerned with others.

-Astarion: Anuschka found Astarion the most intriguing of the bunch early on and as a mostly alloaro person (maybe a little greyromantic but she doesn't fall for people often) thought he could be a great match for some fun. During Act 1 and up to his confession in Act 2 she developed strong feelings for him, not necessarily romantic but she saw a bit of herself in him and wanted to safe that. After his confession it was easy for her to forgive him, as the sex had been more of a fun thing, but she also felt horrible he had felt the necessity to do this. She wanted to stay with him and so she did, even if she feared her romantic feelings were too weak. In the end, her pushing Astarion to do the right thing (not ascending) inspite of all her earlier instincts to just. Let her buddies do their things also made her become a better person than she is in the world she is originally from (where she has a fairly morally grey but less self destructive and very confident wizard girlfriend).

Astarion thinks Anuschka is just the right amount of unwilling to help others probably xD

-Lae'Zel: Anuschka finds Lae'Zels devotion to Vlaakith and military strictness to be um, a bit ridiculous at first, but respects her abilities and want her on her side. Later, after the healing at the creche doesn't work she convinces Lae'Zel to leave that stuff behind for now because she is pretty sure the inquisitor isn't any better either. After that, she becomes a focus point for Lae'Zel. In the end, after betraying the emperor (because fuck him) she is unsure about what to think about Lae'Zel rebelling- on the one hand, good for her, on the other, hope this doesn't come back to bite me as her ally.

Lae'Zel is probably unimpressed by Anuschka at first, but comes to accept and respect her later.

-Shadowheart: Similar to Lae'Zel, Anuschka finds Shadowhearts devotion a bit ridiculous. But she can relate a little more, having a kinda harsh god as her father, to the religious side of it all. At the Nightsong, she is probably pro killing the Nightsong (I mean, she doesn't even die for real, it seems stupid to anger a goddess while in her realm and who knows how powerful that nightsong even is?? After all, she is a halfgod as well. Also, Shadowheart seems to want this ans Anuschka won't stand in her way) and lets Shadowheart choose for herself. After this she is pretty glad about this development, the two of them end up really bonding and becoming very very good friends. Anuschka can't really understand devoting yourself to another goddess right away, but Shadowheart seems pretty happy and that is important to her as well!

Shadowheart likes Anuschka because Anuschka let's her keep all her secrets and just. Supports her with whatever.

-Gale: Boy oh boy, can Anuschka not stand Gale at the start: He is exactly the smooth talking kinda rich boy she cannot stand (note here: Anuschka is immensely hypocritical. So don't come at me for her not thinking this about Astarion. As soon as the person has a little edge or desperation or she just likes them her concerns fly out the window). And then he needs to eat her magic items??? Luckily for him she finds that juuust funny enough to give them to him. Later, when she discovers his fall from grace she becomes a bit more sympathetic to him. She also loves Tara. She also admires his ambitions and just. Fully lets him choose godhood at the end. Oops. But good for him, right???

Gale: Likes Anuschka, for some unknowable reason

-Wyll: She doesn't really dislikes Wyll she just... is in a state between pitying him and being amused by him. Storybook heros, in her experience, always turn out evil or die. She doesn't think Wyll has it in him to turn out evil, so she suspects the worst. Thinks it fits him to a t that he fell for Mizoras deal and advises him to break the pact at all times, even at the cost of his fathers life. When he survives at the end and takes his fathers place she is just glad that he won't get himself killed in battle after all.

Wyll probably doesn't really like Anuschka terribly at first but then again, while not going out of her way to save everyone she still kinda... Saves a lot of people so. Good enough?

Avis(she/her)

-Minthara

Sadly Anuschka killed Minthara in goblic camp. Would also, despite my first instincts, not like Minthy that much. Too openly violent and devoted to a cause. Would still grow to a mutual understanding ofc.

-Karlach: Avis has dreamed of romance and love for as long as she can think. And while she thinks she may find this in a few companions at first (flirting with Gale, trying to comfort Shadowheart) she is just. Blown away when she meets Karlach. The tragicness, the unreachebleness of it all??? A person who showers her with everything and openly desires her, something that Avis isn't used to but really needs??? Who is strong and brave and resilient inspite of all the misconceptions and judgements people have for her??? Yeah, Avis falls head over heels for that. She would do everything for Karlach- including, of course, convincing her to go to hell together. They will be like a novel, defying all odds long after the netherbrain. Avis loves everything about that.

Karlach also loves Avis. Her quieteness and meditation and curiosity is so good for Karlachs fury and burning.

-Astarion: Astarion is... Well, Avis likes to fix people. To make them the best version of themselves. To ho against the notions other people have of them and prove they can be better. Astarion is *perfect* for this. She sees that he is a vampire at first meeting and still lets him bite her because this gives her exactly the leverage she needs to make him like her. She also like his humor, even though she doesn't share it.

Astarion doesn't particularly like Avis at first, but grows fond of her later on.

-Lae'Zel: She likes Lae'Zels resourcefulness and discipline and curiosity/knowledge about the world. But more than that : Lae'Zel is another great project for Avis. As a seldarine drow, she sees it as her lifes mission to a)better the peoples views of drow by being a force of good and b) helping more drow reject the cruelty of Lolth. She sees a lot of what she knows about Lolth Sworn Drow in the way Lae'Zel acts towards Vlaakith and is wary of that from the very beginning- So as soon as possible she begins to aid Lae'Zel in rebelling. She even betrays the emperor when worst comes to worst, because she believes the right thing to do is lead the gith to freedom- even at the sacrifice of someone she trusted and wanted to fight with her.

Lae'Zel respects Avis as she is also very disciplined and an excellent fighter and leader.

-Shadowheart: Now weirdly enough for Shadowheart Avis sees the signs a little later: She thinks at first Shadowheart is just a bit odd and reclusive and respects that, while also developing a small crush on her. But then she realized what is going on and goes full mission mode. She will save Shadowheart at whatever cost. At the nightsong, she successfully convinces Shadowheart to turn from that evil goddess and it is her biggest success to that point. While before, she didn't really enjoy Shadowhearts company all that much, the two grow closer after Shadowhearts rejection of Shar and write letters and exchange experiences long after their adventures have ended. Avis really learns to enjoy Shadowhearts wit and their shared curiosity.

Shadowheart likes Avis for basically the whole time.

-Gale: For Avis, it is crush at first sight. He is cute, he knows a lot of stuff, he seems so genuinely kind and wonderful- but then she meets Karlach and falls so hard and Gale is still amazing and lovely, but she very much sees him as a friend. Apart from Karlach, she shares the deepest bond with Gale and looks to him for advice often. The two of them bond over curiosity about everything and their shared love for learning. She is very impressed by his capabilities. When she learns about Mystra, she is deeply protective of him(she may be a goddess but ist's on. Sight.) In the end, she tells Gale to let the crown rest and stay human and she is very glad he chooses to follow her advice.

Gale also had a little bit of a crush on Avis in the beginning, but in my hc he and Astarion got together in this playthrough <3. Loves her deeply.

-Wyll: Avis is fond of Wyll and very supportive of his fight for what is right. She believes in him and every turn and, although one would think he may be a project to her, she actually really believes in his ability to save himself with a little love and support. The two of them don't have much to talk about, but she asks him about the city often and they just like to spend time training or foraging together. She is very glad when he also cones to hell and while she and Karlach choose to go just the two of then at first, they meet up after a short while and then spend some missions on their own, some as a trio.

Wyll also likes Avis! She is a little weird, but such a kind and attentive person.

Aneas (dark urge)(they/she)

-Minthara:

Avis was hellbent on redeeming Minthara and showing her the ways of her kind. After all, Lolth Sworn Drow is the perfect target. Also, although Avis would never have admitted this to herself she missed seeing her own kind on the surface and was very glad to see Minthara. After it turned out Minthara had been mind controlled by the Cult Avis was ecstatic and imagines maybe having a friend who she could share her culture and ( to a certain degree ) past with. When she realized Minthy was not really. Open to being redeemed by a silly little seldarine drow she was disappointed, but she had also already poured too much of her love into that relationship and tried to make the best of it.

Minthara: Thought Avis fighting prowess and discipline was admirable but her commitment to being a good person/turning those around would be her damnation.

Karlach is extremely worried about Aneas and tries to push them towards a good end because she sees the potential.

-Karlach

They adore Karlach and think she is very sweet and wish they could have all the hope and happiness despite horrible circumstances Karlach exudes. She tries her best to get Karlach all the help she needs and understands that Karlach doesn't want to go back to Avernus very well: Should Wyll not go with her they would definitely let her have death at the end- they understand that sometimes there are things within that are worse than death. Despite all that and liking Karlach very much they sometimes get frustrated with her positive and mor than that kind attitude and often feel worse about their urge.

Astarion is fascinated and intrigued by the promise of blood and total lack of self preservation Aneas brings with them.

-Astarion:

Aneas feels almost a kinship with Astarion: He has a literal urge for blood, killong them the first time feeding on them. She has just a craving for violence and also killed someone in camp. Not sure yet if she should give in to the urge yet they see Astarion as a companion in that struggle. They also share a similar humor and Aneas is relieved as she feels the least judged by him. While trying out everything that life has to offer with Lae'Zel Astarion also made his advances. Aneas thought that could be fun and accepted. They now have some new feelings towards him that they have not fully accessed and thought about yet but could become something more.

Lae'Zel enjoyed their nights together, but ultimately couldn't imagine something more between the two of them. She was glad Aneas broke it off and is much more content with the friendship they have now.

Lae'Zel:

As with Astarion, they feel fairly safe to express their urges with Lae'Zel and adore her discipline and control in battle. They hope that the gith can be of help in her battle with her urges. Aneas was immediately attracted to and began sleeping with Lae'Zel. They like the constant thrill of a fight for dominance with Lae'Zel, but were disappointed when Lae'Zel suddenly became disinterested in continuing their trysts. Ultimately she broke up with Lae'Zel but continues to enjoy her company and training as well as gossiping with Lae'Zel. They were a bit confused by all the Vlaakith stuff but now support Lae'Zel in her rebellion

-Shadowheart

Ah, the most difficult companion relationship for Aneas. At the beginning they were delighted with Shadowheart, feeling a deep connection as both seemed to have some gaps in their memory. In their normal (fairly blunt) style they began asking Shadowheart about her past and were a little insulted when, even after Aneas shared some of her stuff, Shadowheart remained closed off and almost hostile. At the tiefling party Aneas (already a little drink) tried a more romantic approach, but Shadowheart seemed uninterested so they finally asked what all the hostility was about. With Shadowheart opening up a bit Aneas was more understanding, but is still wary around Shadowheart and regrets sharing their urges with her.

Shadowheart dislikes Aneas intensity and insistence on her past and is probably also reminded of herself a little bit. However the half-elf also seems open and honest and funny so she is not totally disliking of her.

-Gale

Gale and Aneas shared an intense moment early on, bonding about magic- although theirs come from very different sources Aneas was still glad to have someone to share her gift with. But then she was afraid of the vulnerability and (conceived) intensity of Gales feelings. Themselves just wanting some fun, they didn't want to hurt Gale and instead decided on making him their friend. While she is a bit worried about how he would perceive her urge if they actually understood it she still values his opinions and advice.

Gale is a bit intimidated and after the first curiosity faded probably glad nothing happened between the two of them.

-Wyll

Aneas like Wyll and finds him funny and endearing, but also doesn't quite know how talk to him. She doesn't really understand the talk of righteousness and sacrifice. Sacrificing themselves comes naturally to them, but more out of an intense lack of self preservation than anything else. They also don't know how to bridge that mile wide gap of thinking between the two of them. So Aneas just sticks to kindness and trying to say what they think Wyll would like to hear from here. She really wishes him the best though.

Wyll also doesn't really understand Aneas but mutually tries to be as kind as possible to them.

Minthara: Aneas likes Minthara and was very glad someone seemed to really get the severity of her condition. Minthys promise to kill her should they lose control felt exactly right. Still, they are a bit intimidated by Minthara and part of them wishes she would have at least pretended to be kind about it. They also don't really understand Mintharas view on murder and killing and can't quite believe she is not enjoying the violence itself. There is also a strong desire in Aneas to impress Minthara and make her like them.