Originally Posted by TheOracle
hey guys, I don't know if this is allowed, I just posted a pretty long-winded commentary on the polyamory mechanic in BG3 on Reddit.
I'm sure it is allowed, since you talk about the issue which is directly related to this topic.
I, as many here, also not an expert in polygamy/polyamory, but I am sure that the core here is "relationships". If you are mono or poly you still participate in relationships with one or more partners/lovers/beloveds (whatever term you prefer). As it was said several times, Halsin has a large problem with relationships: he does not accept this term yet he wants to be with Tav and definitely has feelings for them. What he represents is not a good example if polygamy/polyamory, yes, and also there is a mix with some sort of open relationships and plus he acts, as it was mentioned several pages ago, as a cuckold. This mix is, IMO, horrible.
I am so sorry for him being turned into a bucket for fetishes, cause it is not what people wanted (people who asked to add him as companion and love interest).
Yes, the issue with Shadowheart is bad too, she and Astarion both are not great options for poly romance. Halsin himself at some point doesn't suit this role too.
The drow scene... Well, it is a brothel, on one hand. On the other his experience as slave should be brought up before having orgy with them, that's for sure (or just be completely cut). Halsin, who is in relationships with Tav, can have this dialogue after speaking with the brothel mistress about drow twins, and after that there also may be some extra dialogue added since it is normal for Tav, who loves Halsin, to feel worried. And only after that they can decide whether or not they want to participate in orgy.