Did Astarion always have white hair?

No, Astarion did not always have white hair; it's generally believed his silver-white hair is a natural trait of his Moon Elf heritage, but early concepts for Baldur's Gate 3 even showed him as a Tiefling with black hair, though the final version retains his natural white hair as a High Elf (specifically Moon Elf). While becoming a vampire spawn didn't change his hair color from black to white (as some early ideas suggested), it enhanced his pale skin and ruby eyes, fitting his aristocratic vampire aesthetic, but his original hair was already white/silver.
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What color were Astarion's eyes before he was a vampire?

Therefore, he's likely a moon elf (subrace of high elf). The most common eye color for moon high elves is green ( they sometimes have flecks of gold).
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Is Astarion ok with polyamory?

In Baldur's Gate 3, Astarion can be okay with polyamory, specifically in a three-way relationship with the player (Tav) and Halsin, but it's complicated by his trauma and consent issues, with some players feeling his acceptance is forced or insincere, while others see it as a genuine expression of his reclaiming autonomy and finding an arrangement that works for him and Halsin. While he'll refuse poly with others like Gale or Lae'zel, his acceptance of Halsin (who is experienced in such arrangements) is presented as a choice, though his dialogue hints at underlying discomfort or a desire to please.
 
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What was Astarion before he was a vampire?

Before becoming a vampire spawn, Astarion was a High Elf magistrate in Baldur's Gate, a somewhat decadent and hedonistic noble who enjoyed his status but fell foul of a Gur tribe for a ruling, leading to him being beaten and left for dead before Cazador Szarr "saved" him by turning him into a spawn. He was likely a corrupt official, possibly selling people to Cazador before becoming Cazador's own slave.
 
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How old was Astarion when he was changed?

astarion is a high elf and he was about 39(?) years old when he was turned so that's relatively young. it's also further revealed that cazador actually calls him a „boy“ when meeting him at szarr palace so in my understanding, he didn't quite reach adult age just yet.
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How old is Shadowheart?

Shadowheart from Baldur's Gate 3 is around 40 years old, though she appears younger due to being a half-elf, with some sources suggesting she might be closer to 48, as half-elves age slower and live longer than humans. Her age becomes apparent in Act 3 when she mentions journals documenting "40 years of her life" at the House of Grief, surprising many players.
 
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How old is 120 in elf years?

Everyone is going to have a different answer but, for elves, I assume this: The human equivalent is x5 up to 'mid-twenties' bracket. So, a '16yo' is 80 years while a '24yo' is 120 years. After that, the aging process essentially stops.
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What is Astarion's real name?

Astarion's full name from Baldur's Gate 3 is Astarion Ancunín, with "Ancunín" being his elven surname, a detail revealed through in-game lore and player discovery, indicating his noble, yet tragic, past as a magistrate turned vampire spawn.
 
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Can you cure Astarion's vampirism?

You can't fully "cure" Astarion's vampirism in a standard playthrough, as he's a powerful undead, but you can significantly alter his fate by convincing him not to ascend to become a Vampire Lord, choosing instead to free his spawn and find alternative, less monstrous paths, with potential narrative endings involving God Gale (if Gale becomes a god) or other powerful magic like a Wish spell offering hope for a true cure in epilogues or mods, though "Wish" can be tricky. 
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Who is Stefan and Damon's half brother?

James Salvatore is the paternal half brother of Damon and Stefan Salvatore. As once said by Damon the family name had to go somewhere. Giuseppe Salvatore had illegitimate son with one of the maids, presumably after Lily had "died".
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Who is the hardest to romance in BG3?

The hardest characters to romance in Baldur's Gate 3 often depend on player choices, but Shadowheart, due to her complex backstory and trust issues, Minthara, requiring specific (often evil) pathing and potentially buggy interactions, and Karlach, needing precise dialogue choices early on, are frequently cited as challenging. Astarion can also be difficult because of his guarded nature, while Halsin requires extensive commitment to lifting the Shadow Curse in Act 2. 
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What is the 100 mile rule in polyamory?

The "100-mile rule" in polyamory is a relationship agreement allowing partners to engage in other sexual or romantic relationships only when they are physically located more than 100 miles away from home or their primary partner, often during travel for work or vacation, creating a temporary boundary for discretion and emotional separation from daily life. It's a form of geographical non-monogamy designed to manage feelings and provide a clear distinction between "home" life and "away" connections, though some find it a limited solution for deeper intimacy issues. 
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How high does Astarion's approval have to be to romance him?

To romance Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3, aim for 40+ approval in Act 1, which triggers his offer for a night together after enough long rests or at the Tiefling party; be supportive of his hedonistic, self-serving nature, let him feed, and agree to his proposition to start the romance, but remember that keeping his approval high in Act 2 is crucial for continuing it. 
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Why does Bella have red eyes instead of yellow?

After Bella is changed into a vampire by Edward, she becomes beautiful with even paler skin, straight waist-length hair, and crimson red eyes that will eventually turn gold after months of drinking animal blood. Her features are also heightened and perfected by the transformation.
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What is the rarest eye color ever?

The rarest eye colors are often considered violet or red, caused by severe lack of melanin where blood vessels show through, along with conditions like heterochromia (different colored eyes) and pitch black eyes (anoridia), but globally, green eyes (2%) and gray eyes (under 1%) are the rarest natural hues in large populations, with true violet/red being exceptionally rare, often under 1%. 
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What is Astarion's physical description?

Description. As an undead, the noble high elf had very pale skin, short silver-white curly hair, bright ruby eyes, an athletic build, and, by human standards, appeared to be in his late 30s.
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Is there a way for Astarion to walk in the sun?

Astarion can walk in the sun in Baldur's Gate 3 only if he undergoes the Rite of Ascension, becoming a Vampire Ascendant, which grants him sun immunity, or if the player helps him find a magical solution (like Jander Sunstar's relic) in the post-game, though this is less definitive and more player-driven. Normally, as a spawn, the sun burns him; the Illithid tadpole's presence temporarily masked his weakness, but once removed, he's vulnerable again unless he Ascends or a unique cure is found.
 
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Does letting Astarion feed on you improve your relationship?

Yes, letting Astarion feed on you, especially the first time during his major camp scene, significantly boosts his approval, which is crucial for his romance and character development, but it's a story choice with gameplay trade-offs (you get the "Bloodless" debuff, he gets a "Happy" buff). While the initial bite builds approval and trust, you don't have to let him feed daily; later, you can offer him enemies or hirelings for buffs without affecting your character as much, or you can find ways to cure the Bloodless condition.
 
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Can gale cure Astarion?

You can ask God Gale for the sunlight cure, not a vampirism cure. There is no dialogue about curing his vampirism at all.
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What does Astarion mean in Greek?

In Greek mythology, Asterion (/əˈstɪəriən/; Ancient Greek: Ἀστερίων, gen.: Ἀστερίωνος, literally "starry") was a river-god of Argos.
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Which BG3 voice actors are dating?

Jennifer English, the voice actor for Shadowheart and Aliona Baranova, one of Larian studios voice directors, started dating while working together on Baldur's Gate 3. In the game itself, the player can romance party member npcs, regardless of gender, allowing for same- sex couples. Plus you can choose your pronouns!
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Did Astarion exist before BG3?

Astarion is a High Elf rogue who is also a vampire spawn first introduced in Baldur's Gate 3.
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How old is Frieren in human age?

Frieren is over 1,000 years old but appears as a young girl because elves age incredibly slowly; in human terms, she's like a young adult, perhaps around 18-20, but with centuries of experience, making her youthful look deceptive for her vast wisdom and emotional journey. While her exact "human age" is debated by fans, she's lived long enough to see empires rise and fall, contrasting sharply with her fairy-like appearance.
 
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Can an 18 year old touch an elf?

According to Santa, no one in the family, not even the grown-ups, should touch a Scout Elf. Their magic allows them to fly back to the North Pole each night and report on your family's Christmas cheer. If they're touched by human hands, that magic can weaken. However, Santa understands that accidents sometimes happen.
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What age are half orcs?

Age. Half-orcs mature a little faster than humans, reaching adulthood around age 14. They age noticeably faster and rarely live longer than 75 years.
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