4 New Baldur’s Gate 3 Books Announced

Larian Studios’ Baldur’s Gate 3 has had 4 new book products announced by Del Rey and Random House Worlds. 

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New Astarion Novel

From a novel to a cookbook, and so much more, there is something for everyone. 

For the Astarion fans, this new novel from New York Times Bestselling Author T. Kinglock is perfect for you. The novel’s official description reads: 

“You’re too pretty to die.

Astarion Ancunin was supposed to be a magistrate, not a vampire spawn. He was supposed to serve the law, not the vicious vampire lord Cazador Szarr. And he was supposed to drink fine wine, not rat blood. Alas, the city of Baldur’s Gate cares little for what’s supposed to happen.

Though he has been powerless to resist his master’s bidding, haunting the nighttime streets to fetch warm blood, Astarion has never surrendered his hope. One day, this nightmare must end. He just has to find out how.

When the vampire lord announces a twisted competition for his favor, an opportunity presents itself in the form of a rare prize . . . and an unlikely alliance. The blood of a dead god is buried deep beneath Baldur’s Gate, and, to get it, Astarion will need the help of a handsome Aasimar paladin named Hahn den Suriel.

There are just a few problems. Astarion is not supposed to trust his fellow spawn. He’s not supposed to go out into the city for his own ends rather than the vampire lord’s. And he’s certainly not supposed to strike a deal with a stranger whose golden eyes can snare even a blackened, undead heart.

But the city of Baldur’s Gate cares little for what’s supposed to happen.” 

Baldur’s Gate 3: Astarion releases September 29th.

Game-Inspired Recipes

Next is a cookbook for the food-loving fans. This has recipes for everyone. The cookbook’s full description reads: 

“Join the adventure as a cook traveling with Lae’zel, Shadowheart, Astarion, Gale, Wyll, and Karlach from the Wilderness, through the Underdark and the Shadow-Cursed Lands, all the way to Baldur’s Gate, transforming the food they’ve foraged into delicious meals that fuel their magic and fill your hunger.

Begin at the Wilderness Camp with a Beregost Blue Cheese Souffle, some Garlicky Buttery Potatoes, or perhaps even a scotched Owlbear Egg. Soups and stews are on the menu in the Underdark Camp, from a bubbling pot of frugal Everything Soup and a hearty bowl of Neverwinter Stew, to a vibrant serving of Emperor’s Fiddlehead Soup. Camp at the Last Light Inn and tuck into a Hearty Dinner, grill a Campfire Pizza, or indulge in an aromatic Sun-Dappled Paella. Finish your meal with something from the bakery in Baldur’s Gate Harbor, whether it’s a fresh Berry Tart or a batch of Bex’s Handmade Cookies, and don’t forget to quaff a Frostkiss Ale or Turmishan Tea from the Elfsong Tavern.

Serve the same camp supplies, ingredients, and prepared meals found within the game at your own table with these mouthwatering and immersive recipes from Baldur’s Gate 3. The 65 recipes are organized by course and camp location, and dishes that are perfect for sharing are marked as Romanceable. With original chapter-opener illustrations and 45 recipe hero photographs, A Feast for A Tenday provides delectable instructions for restoring your hit points—no dice roll required! 

A Feast for a Tenday releases November 3rd.

Color The World Of The Game

Next is the official coloring book. This is perfect for those who want to color iconic moments from the game, but want to use different colors. The coloring book’s description reads: 

“Explore the characters, creatures, and settings of Baldur’s Gate 3 through 40 gorgeous black-and-white line drawings. Add your colorful touch to portraits of the rougish Astarion and strategic Shadowheart, emphasize the details of terrifying mindflayers, and bring key scenes from the game to life. Featuring illustrations printed on their own pages of thick, non-bleed paper with perforations so you can easily tear them out, this adult coloring book is the perfect way to revisit the stories and adventures of this immersive game.” 

The Official Baldur’s Gate 3 Coloring Book releases August 11th. 

A New Notebook Announced

Finally, there is a blank notebook. Now this is modeled after the Necromancy of Thay from the game, and it looks amazing. The notebook’s full description reads: 

“As seen in Baldur’s Gate 3, the secrets of life and death are held within a macabre volume: the Necromancy of Thay. A faithful recreation of the unforgettable artifact, this blank notebook brings a piece of the Forgotten Realms to your tabletop or bookshelf. Use its gridded pages to sketch characters, brainstorm campaigns, or channel your inner Red Wizard and commit arcane knowledge to paper. 

This reproduction of the Necromancy of Thay comes to vibrant, sinister life with deluxe features including an embossed skull set among a cover of dark, shimmering amethysts and imitation clasps to protect the book’s unholy content from prying eyes.

Unlike its in-game counterpart, this notebook doesn’t grant you the ability to cast “Speak with Dead.” However, it does make for a perfect gift to bestow upon any D&D player in your life or an impressive addition to your own collection!” 

The Necromancy of Thay releases July 21st.