Larian Studios Forums Baldur's Gate III Baldur's Gate III - Technical & Gameplay Problems acquired X companion early. Serious problem?

Just popped into the for the conversation at the creche. Ending up finding in there and they came with me afterward.

I know this is very early. Is this going to break my game?

Okay, odd side effect. It fixed my inability to Short Rest.

Was Companion X considered in combat all this time?