[Spoilers] Methods to check Gale's true attitude towards godhood to prevent his “Sneaky God” ending (with a full list of dialogue options that determines his human/god ending)
Several people mentioned that they are playing on console and therefore can't check his flag status in my last post about using console commands to avoid his sneaky god ending(it is where you reject his proposal of ascending together in the boat scene, although he acted convinced but will then leave you and ascend to godhood alone), after searching through dialogue files, I found that it's actually possible for all players to check which ending he'll get after you have done his act 3 scenes(book scene, meeting Elminster, meeting Mystra, boat ride scene), but that involves killing him, which is not optimal :((...
So here's how you do it: first, send him to camp, enter turn-based mode, use your party members to kill him in one turn, switch back to your avatar and cast "Speak with Dead" on him, and ask him: "What were you trying to achieve?", if his answer is "Seeking... Karsus' power... failed..." then he's going to ascend at the end of the game, if it's any other answer, he'll remain human. Now revive him or load a save before this event!
You'll need to redo his Act 3 scenes if you got the Karsus answer, and if you want to know which dialogue options you need to choose to ensure he's convinced, I gathered a list of options you need to pick or avoid under the cut. If you really don’t want to kill him, you could load a save right after his act 3 scenes and view dialogue history to count options you chose with each flag and figure out which ending you’ll get.
If you are playing on PC, you have progressed too far in the game and don't want to redo the entire Act 3 when you find out about this, or you just want to see other endings of him with your character without replaying the game, here are some console commands for you to alter his ending using Norbyte's BG3 Script Extender(console version). These codes should still work during the scene when you defeat the Netherbrain before his part starts.
To get the normal human ending, copy and paste the text below in the console repeatedly until it returns a 0
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_RejectedBeMyGodProposal_de72eaa6-c6f4-014c-b1a2-213c243c1dba", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.ClearFlag("ORI_Gale_State_AcceptedBeMyGodProposal_3d452ca4-14e6-176a-88ad-47d0ef8271d3", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_Event_PushAwayFromCrown_303eeb6d-22cb-4832-a186-f366a4a6eacc", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
print(GetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_SwayedTowardsCrown_76150a10-511d-4eeb-b263-46994bab0b48", GetHostCharacter()))
To get the normal god ending, copy and paste the text below in the console repeatedly until it returns a 1
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_AcceptedBeMyGodProposal_3d452ca4-14e6-176a-88ad-47d0ef8271d3", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.ClearFlag("ORI_Gale_State_RejectedBeMyGodProposal_de72eaa6-c6f4-014c-b1a2-213c243c1dba", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_Event_PushTowardsCrown_96fad101-7c29-495c-91d3-3645b30c2bab", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
print(GetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_SwayedTowardsCrown_76150a10-511d-4eeb-b263-46994bab0b48", GetHostCharacter()))
To get the sneaky human ending, copy and paste the text below in the console repeatedly until it returns a 0
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_AcceptedBeMyGodProposal_3d452ca4-14e6-176a-88ad-47d0ef8271d3", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.ClearFlag("ORI_Gale_State_RejectedBeMyGodProposal_de72eaa6-c6f4-014c-b1a2-213c243c1dba", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_Event_PushAwayFromCrown_303eeb6d-22cb-4832-a186-f366a4a6eacc", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
print(GetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_SwayedTowardsCrown_76150a10-511d-4eeb-b263-46994bab0b48", GetHostCharacter()))
To get the sneaky god ending, copy and paste the text below in the console repeatedly until it returns a 1
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_RejectedBeMyGodProposal_de72eaa6-c6f4-014c-b1a2-213c243c1dba", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.ClearFlag("ORI_Gale_State_AcceptedBeMyGodProposal_3d452ca4-14e6-176a-88ad-47d0ef8271d3", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_Event_PushTowardsCrown_96fad101-7c29-495c-91d3-3645b30c2bab", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
print(GetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_SwayedTowardsCrown_76150a10-511d-4eeb-b263-46994bab0b48", GetHostCharacter()))
If you wish to do this on other characters, change their flags etc., this list of all the uuids of items, character tags and flags in the game could be useful, and you could look into datamined dialogue files from this post by @roksik-dnd to find which flag you need to look to get things done.
You'll need to choose more options with "PushAwayFromCrown" than "PushTowardsCrown" for his human ending to work, for his god ending, you should choose equal or more amount of "PushTowardsCrown" than "PushAwayFromCrown". You do not need to choose every possible option or ask him to seek Mystra's forgiveness to get his human ending. u/airydandelion explained this mechanism in detail in their reddit post, you should check it out if you want to understand how this works!
Dialogue options with the "PushAwayFromCrown" flag
In the discussion after you give him The Annals of Karsus
Romanced with Player
That crown is an abomination, Gale. I don't need a private conversation to understand that.
Not romanced version
I thought you were past this kind of temptation, Gale. You know exactly where such over-reaching leads.
Or to destroy the next wizard who attempts it. The attempt would kill you as it killed Karsus.
(after choosing "This is no ordinary artifact, Gale. Do this and you'd challenge the gods themselves.") Wallowing in the dirt? Is that what our time together has meant to you?
(Mystra is Player's deity) What you're suggesting is blasphemy. You'd be wise to banish these notions from your head. ['Gale -1']
(after choosing "Gale - I'm urging you to drop this. This Crown cannot be reforged." ['Gale -1'])You're still destined for greatness, Gale. But you won't find it chasing Karsus' shadow.
(after choosing "Gale - I'm urging you to drop this. This Crown cannot be reforged." ['Gale -1'])Don't give up yet. There will be an answer - it just isn't the Crown.
(after choosing "Gale - I'm urging you to drop this. This Crown cannot be reforged." ['Gale -1'])You're deluded, Gale. The crown is clearly dangerous, as is pursuing it.
In Stormshore Tabernacle before meeting Mystra
Seek her forgiveness, Gale. It might be your only hope of curing the orb.
After meeting Mystra
if SwayedTowardsCrown=true (n(PushTowardsCrown)>=n(PushAwayFromCrown))
No, Gale. This all sounds far too dangerous - Karsus' magic must be destroyed.
if SwayedTowardsCrown=false (n(PushTowardsCrown)<n(PushAwayFromCrown))
(after choosing"Is that what you want?") We're going to cure you - I promise. ['Gale 2']
(after choosing"Is that what you want?") You're a great man, Gale. With or without the orb. ['Gale 2']
(after choosing"Is that what you want?") A better incarnation of you, I hope. Not the impulsive wreck who unleashed the orb in the first place. ['Gale -2']
(after choosing"Is that what you want?") And what then? What will you do?
(after choosing "Sod redemption. With the Karsite Weave and the Crown, you could be a god.") You'd be more of a fool for chasing godhood. Take up Mystra's offer - it's the best way.
Boat scene
(Gale has not met Mystra in Stormshore Tabernacle) So much power will only prove dangerous. You should forget it.
(after choosing "I feel the same. Whatever you need of me, consider it done.") Wait. Perhaps I'm being too hasty... and perhaps you're overreaching.
(after choosing "I love you. But for the man that you are. Not the god you'd pretend to be.") Stop his protests with a kiss.
(after choosing any options other than "I feel the same. Whatever you need of me, consider it done." or "I love you. But for the man that you are. Not the god you'd pretend to be.", then ) You're already everything I need you to be.
Dialogue options with the "PushTowardsCrown" flag
In the discussion after you give him The Annals of Karsus
You're a convincing man, Gale. The crown sounds promising. ['Gale 5']
(Shadowheart origin Dark Justicar route) Mystra is no friend of the Dark Lady. If you can dethrone her, you have my support. ['Gale 5']
(Player is a wizard) The pursuit of knowledge and power is in our nature. There's no question - you must do this. ['Gale 5']
In Stormshore Tabernacle before meeting Mystra
Make her squirm. Tell her the Crown will be ours soon enough.
After meeting Mystra
if SwayedTowardsCrown=true (n(PushTowardsCrown)>=n(PushAwayFromCrown))
Of course. ['Gale 1']
We're usually inclined to agree on moral matters. That's good enough for me. ['Gale 1']
Morals be damned - this is an incredible opportunity. You must take it. ['Gale 1']
I'm right beside you. Time to make you a god.
if SwayedTowardsCrown=false (n(PushTowardsCrown)<n(PushAwayFromCrown))
(after choosing "When you put it like that, it sounds rather easy...") I thought you were more ambitious than this, Gale. Why settle for mortality when immortality is on the table? ['Gale 2']
(after choosing "Sod redemption. With the Karsite Weave and the Crown, you could be a god.") You're right. This opportunity is too good to pass up. We need to get you that Crown.
Boat scene
(Gale has not met Mystra in Stormshore Tabernacle) I'm here to support you, no matter what you want. ['Gale 10']
(after choosing "I feel the same. Whatever you need of me, consider it done.") Kiss him.
(after choosing "I feel the same. Whatever you need of me, consider it done.")(Karlach origin without the second heart upgrade) You know I would if I could. But I'll sit with you as long as you'll have me.
(after choosing "I love you. But for the man that you are. Not the god you'd pretend to be.")You're right. We should not deny ourselves such a gift. The crown must be ours.
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Gale's data mined info from Idle Champions
source: [X]
(He's only 35? And his alignment is Neutral, not Neutral Good to begin with? I know it can be changed into Neutral Good in this game, but... I'll pretend I did not see it)
Item descriptions
Fond Memories: Even at my lowest, playing with Tara lifted my spirits...
Ball of Retrieval: ...though the ball's purpose eluded her. I was always the one fetching it...
Cat Flap of Displacement: Tara comes and goes as she pleases. But she's always pleased to help me.
Ring of Evasion: A ring as evasive as Tara, when I asked how she obtained it...
These Old Things: Comfortable, practical, and relatively unsinged.
Wizarding Robes: Not as flashy as Elminster's, but at least they've plenty of pockets.
Robes of Increased Potency: I could get used to these. Elegant, but powerful - just like Tara.
Archmage's Accoutrements: Incredible! Every stitch is infused with Weave. Like wearing magic itself...
Nothing Much: I'd have preferred something with a library...
Camping Tent: ...but it will do. For now.
Crystal Ball: Handy for glimpsing the future. And also shaving.
Celestial Spyglass: I like gazing at the heavens. To remember. And to forget...
Crumpled Chapbooks: At least they're written in full sentences.
Well-thumbed Tomes: I've lost count of how many times I've read these. Still just as magical.
Magical Miscellany: A spell for all situations. And my improvements in the margins.
The Annals of Karsus: You can trust me with this - you have my word.
Boots of Ambiguous Enchantment: A little pick-me-up, for when any Weave will do...
Lonely Boot of Elvenkind: A snack-sized shoe for the wizard who travels light.
Boots of Very Fast Blinking: Blink and you'll miss me. But I'll always hit you.
Mystra's Grace: These were a gift from... well, never mind.
Cramped Jotter: Magical musings and mullings. Not my best handwriting.
Waterdhavian Quill: This was... well, it was expensive, let's leave it at that.
The Chosen's Earring: A symbol of Mystra's faith in me. Former faith, I suppose...
Wizard's Pouch: All manner of wizarding sundries. Pungent but powerful.
Feat descriptions
Selflessness (Gale): If it’s me or the realms - I’ll save the realms every time.
Inspiring Leader (Gale): Their magic is strong, but our will is stronger!
Long Studies (Gale): It’s not as easy for me as a sorcerer or warlock. No offense, Wyll.
Arcane Experience (Gale): I’ve had experiences that other wizards can only dream of.
Arcane Threads (Gale): You can’t manipulate the entire Weave, merely a small piece of it.
Spools of Magic (Gale): Maybe I was wrong, as rare of an event as that is. This power is strong!
Mage of Waterdeep (Gale): It has a nice ring to it, don’t you think? Gale of Waterdeep!
Sword Coast Sage (Gale): One day, my name will be known up and down the Sword Coast!
Netherese Teachings (Gale): These are certainly things Elminster wouldn’t have taught me…
Netherese Knowledge (Gale): The risk is worth the reward. This could be just what we need to save everyone!
Neutral Good (Gale): My mind can be changed. …Sometimes.
Immolation (Gale): Magic can be elegant, but sometimes, a good fireball is the answer.
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ICYDK, a workaround method to get the "Gale Dekarios likes you too" scene before Larian fixes the bug
Normally the dialogue option that led to this scene should be available if you bring Gale with you and have “Speak with Animals” buff on when you talk to Tara for the first time in Act 3 (you could find her twice on different rooftops in the Lower City and buy magical items from her). Currently, it’s still bugged and can’t be triggered, and Larian has not fixed it despite people have been reporting this bug to them... So here is a workaround method to get this crucial scene to his character arc:
Requirements: Norbyte's BG3 Script Extender(console version): BG3SE-Updater-with-Console-20231028.zip
After you talk to Tara on the rooftop in Act 3, don’t immediately talk to Gale, switch to the console, press enter, copy and paste the text below then press enter: Osi.SetFlag("ORI_Gale_Knows_TaraMentionedDekarios_9ccec403-dc18-661d-ed53-e5472b8145b4", GetHostCharacter(), 1, 1)
Talk to Gale afterward and pick the first dialogue option, Enjoy!
BTW, if you want to avoid the situation where Gale secretly still wants to become a God after seemingly agreeing to give up the Crown in the boat ride scene and then dump your character in the end, you can check the status of this flag to see if he's truly convinced after you finished his personal quests by copy and paste the text below in the console, if it returns a 0, then he's convinced and won't become a God, if it's a 1, you probably should redo all his scenes in Act 3 after you read the Annals of Karsus and choose more dialogue options that point out the Crown is dangerous, he is enough as he is and does not need to become a God, and kiss him when he protests, and choose less options that stay neutral or encourage him to pursue godhood... This flag is set to 1 as default, so don't panic if you check it before his Act 3 events, it's supposed to be that way.
print(GetFlag("ORI_Gale_State_SwayedTowardsCrown_76150a10-511d-4eeb-b263-46994bab0b48", GetHostCharacter()))
Update: for console players who can’t use the code above to check which ending they’ll get, there’s a way to check it! I made a new post about this, including a list of dialogue options that determine his ending result.
There’s a new mod that fix the bug where you could not convince him to give up godhood even with a successful persuasion check at the brain stem, with this mod you no longer need to check this flag anymore!
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