"I Thought This Was An In-Game Shot!": Baldur's Gate 3 Fans Praise Gorgeous Alfira Cosplay

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Alfira quickly sang her way into the collective heart of the community so it stands to reason that so many fans would be blown away by this incredible cosplay. Introduced in Act 1, the Tiefling Bard may not be a huge part of the game's sprawling narrative but her impact on Tav and their companions is unique and compelling, making her one of 's most popular temporary companions. Her design is incredibly intricate which makes bringing her to life especially difficult.

Posted to Reddit by Asamigate, the cosplayer showed off their phenomenal Alfira build, earning plenty of praise from the game's community.

The artist's outfit is so realistic that commenter LikEatinGlass became temporarily confused, noting that they thought the cosplayer's photos were screenshots of . Every part of Alfira's design has been faithfully replicated by Asamigate, but what's perhaps most impressive is the way they captured the Tiefling's eyes: Their bright orange pupils pop against the pitch-black sclera, making for an unsettlingly accurate stare.

is filled with characters that divide the community thanks to their moral complexity but if there's one NPC that's earned universal love it's Alfira. The chirpy Bard has won over fans thanks to her quirky personality and eccentric demeanor, something that can be difficult to find in a world as cut-throat as The Forgotten Realms. One of the most common requests players had during the game's early access period was Alfira's continued inclusion in the story and while she does return, many feel she should have been more prominent.

Alfira also has one of the more heartwarming character arcs in . For a story about a group of adventures doing their best to avoid turning into hideous monsters, the Tiefling's arc is a refreshing change of pace even if it does touch on some expectedly darker themes. Without going into spoilers, Alfira's conclusion in Act 3 is both earned and fun, making for a necessary moment of levity.

Alfira's destiny looks bleak if you play