Controversy Surrounding Deity’s Name in Baldur’s Gate 3 Sparks Outrage among Players

Baldur’s Gate 3 fearlessly incorporates all elements of D&D lore, even including the potentially questionable nicknames that priests use for their gods. These nicknames are shouted during a specific fight, adding an extra layer of immersion to the game.

Although the chosen worshipers of the Dead Three are portrayed as villains in Baldur’s Gate 3, not all evil gods are as openly involved in the world. In fact, numerous evil gods have temples and shrines in major cities as a means of appeasing them. This is especially important for those whose portfolios directly impact one’s life. It is wise to avoid angering them.

Umberlee is a deity openly worshiped for her evil nature as the goddess of the sea. She embodies the unpredictable temperament of the oceans, making it imperative to avoid angering her if you intend to embark on a voyage across the waters.

In Baldur’s Gate 3, you may come across priests of Umberlee who freely use the more unconventional titles for the goddess. A Redditor on the BG3 subreddit was taken aback by the widespread use of “The Bitch Queen” as a nickname for Umberlee among the inhabitants of the Forgotten Realms.

By the what queen? byu/Hazelginge inBG3

According to one user, “Umberlee is a deity whom the common person does not worship, but rather pleads with not to harm them (her alignment is chaotic evil). This aligns well with her status as a sea god. She is aware of her cruel nature and takes pleasure in it.”

Another commenter shared that there was a humorous exchange between Astarion and Halsin at the temple. Halsin expressed concern that something they said might offend the person they were referring to, but Astarion reassured him by saying, “She calls herself The Bitch Queen, so I doubt she’ll be bothered.”

“According to one user, Umberlee is known as the fickle goddess of the sea. Offerings are made to her not to gain her favor, but rather to avoid her attention. Meanwhile, a viewer of House of the Dragon commented, “It seems she is channeling her inner Criston Cole.”

The start of the game actually reveals Umberlee’s nickname, although it can be easily overlooked. By searching the vicinity of the Nautiloid crash site, you can come across a book of sea shanties dedicated to her, which is maintained by fishermen in the area.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is full of references to D&D lore, and the developers have shown they are not shy about including more risqué content, as seen in the infamous bear scene. When it comes to Umberlee, her nickname is just as famous as her real name, although it’s probably best not to utter it aloud if you have any intentions of embarking on a cruise.