In the dark alleys of Baldur’s Gate, Gale, Astarion, Shadowheart, Wyll, Lae’zel, Karlach, and Halsin moved through a district known for its black market and shady wares, hunting rare artifacts and spell components. A crowd l gathered ahead, drawn by a loud and theatrical voice.

Curious, Astarion pushed through to find a man standing over a cage.

“Gentlemen, behold a rare beauty! Only 3000 gold!” The dealer crowed. “But be warned—they're quite the biter.”