I probably sound like a broken record like a lot of the fanbase, especially a part that was drawn into BG3 through media marketing, but I LOVE Astarion. I relate to his story on a small level but relate nonetheless, and I just want to hug him, tell him it's alright and that he's safe. I also just love his snarky comments and his haughty laugh. He's pretty much the only character in the game I can even tolerate to romance, as the other male companions simply don't hold a candle to Astarion's story for me. I feel for Gale that I wish him to be out of Mystra's hands and empower himself, and Wyll to become the true hero he deserves to be, but that's about it. They are no "I've been under torment of my captor for 200 years and wish to be free and happy" vampire. I'm not saying I don't like Gale and Wyll, I think they're pretty alright characters and well-written. Same with Halsin. I just don't see the appeal for being romantic with them.
I also really love Bernard. I always had a taste for robotic constructs and Bernard is just the kinda guy I'd bump a fist with.
