Hirelings in Baldur's Gate 3 can affect the dynamics and strategies of a player's journey. While they may not offer the rich storyline or interpersonal interactions that the main characters do, they allow players to experiment class compositions and address specific challenges.

What are Hirelings in Baldur’s Gate 3?

Hirelings are recruitable party members you can hire for 100 gold to fight for you in battles. These mercenaries are often used as distractions to enemies while your companions cast powerful spells from a distance. Unlike companions such as Astarion or Shadowheart, Hirelings don't have backstories or personal quests.

There are 12 Hirelings with one from each of the classes, and every Hireling is a preset character designed with a unique, race, and appearance. While you can't modify these attributes, you do have the option to choose or respec their Class for 100 gold.

Hirelings have no personalities or content associated with themselves. Unlike romanceable characters Astarion, Gale, Halsin, Karlach, Lae'zel, Minthara, Shadowheart, and Wyll, you cannot romance Hirelings.

Hirelings will match your level when you hire them, and these characters provide a risk-free opportunity to try various classes. This means you won't have to respec any of your main companions, giving you the freedom to experiment with new subclasses, mix classes, or even have duplicates of a particular class.

Hireling Race & Classes

Name	Race	Background	Class	Primary Ability
Eldra Luthrinn	Gold Dwarf	Outlander	Barbarian	Strength
Brinna Brightsong	Lightfoot Halfling	Entertainer	Bard	Charisma
Zenith Feur’sel	High Elf	Acolyte	Cleric	Wisdom
Danton	Mephistopheles Tiefling	Folk Hero	Druid	Wisdom
Varanna Sunblossom	Wood Half-Elf	Soldier	Fighter	Strength
Sina’zith	Githyanki	Outlander	Monk	Dexterity
Kerz	Half-Orc	Noble	Paladin	Strength
Ver’yll Wenkiir	Seldarine Drow	Criminal	Ranger	Dexterity
Maddala Deadeye	Human	Urchin	Rogue	Dexterity
Jacelyn	High Half-Elf	Guild Artisan	Sorcerer	Charisma
Kree Derryck	Duergar	Charlatan	Warlock	Charisma
Sir Fuzzalump	Rock Gnome	Sage	Wizard	Intelligence

Hireling Stats

Name	Strength	Dexterity	Constitution	Intelligence	Wisdom	Charisma
Eldra Luthrinn	17	13	15	8	12	10
Brinna Brightsong	8	15	13	12	10	17
Zenith Feur’sel	11	14	13	8	17	12
Danton	10	14	14	8	17	12
Varanna Sunblossom	17	13	15	10	12	8
Sina’zith	12	17	14	8	14	10
Kerz	17	12	13	8	10	15
Ver’yll Wenkiir	12	17	13	8	15	10
Maddala Deadeye	8	17	14	13	13	10
Jacelyn	8	13	15	12	10	17
Kree Derryck	8	13	14	13	10	17
Sir Fuzzalump	8	13	15	17	10	12

How to Recruit Hirelings

To recruit Hirelings, find Withers in the Dank Crypt, located among the ruins to the north of your starting point on the beach following the crash. After answering his questions, come back to the camp and Whithers will offer services like reviving dead party members, changing classes, and recruiting Hirelings.

• Level Requirement: You have to be at least level 3.
• Hirelings Cost: Be ready to pay 100 gold for each Hireling you want to recruit.
• Hireling Limit: You can have up to three Hirelings at once.
• Party Space: Ensure you have room in your party when you approach Withers for a Hireling.

If you feel they're not a good fit, you can dismiss them and have them stay put at your camp, making space for another party member. If you change your mind, you can get them back by talking to Withers and paying 100 gold again.