In the ever-expanding universe of Baldur's Gate 3, the adventures of the Forgotten Realms are no longer confined to the digital screen. As we look back from 2026, the legacy of Larian Studios' groundbreaking RPG continues to grow, and one of its most charming physical manifestations arrived in early 2025: a collection of officially licensed Dungeons & Dragons miniatures. Crafted by Wiz Kids, these finely detailed figures allow players to bring the inhabitants of Faerûn—from beloved companions to dreaded foes—right to their tabletops. But among the expected heroes and villains, one particular inclusion proves that the community's most… memorable moments have been immortalized in plastic. Talk about commitment to the bit!
The Core Collection & The Booster Bricks
The release was split into two distinct parts, giving collectors and players different ways to engage.
The Origin Party Set: This guaranteed set features the seven core Origin characters players know and love (or love to argue with):
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Astarion 🧛♂️ (The sassy vampire spawn)
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Shadowheart 🌙 (The secretive cleric of Shar)
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Gale ✨ (The wizard with a magical appetite)
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Lae'zel ⚔️ (The fierce githyanki warrior)
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Wyll 😈 (The Blade of Frontiers)
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Karlach 🔥 (The tiefling with an infernal engine heart)
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And, of course, the ever-cryptic skeleton companion, Withers 💀
The "Icons of the Realms: Adventures from Baldur's Gate" Booster Bricks: This is where the hunt begins! These blind boxes contain a random mix of 40 additional miniatures, spanning allies, NPCs, and enemies. It's a treasure trove of Faerûn's faces, perfect for populating your custom campaigns.
Who Can You Find in the Boosters?
The booster brick lineup reads like a who's who of the game's most impactful characters. You've got your powerhouse allies:
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Jaheira & Minsc (and Boo!) – The legendary heroes returned.
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Halsin – The gentle giant Archdruid of the Emerald Grove.
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Minthara – The formidable drow paladin.
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Dame Aylin – The immortal daughter of Selûne.
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Duke Ulder Ravengard – Wyll's noble father.
And you've got the villains and monsters to challenge them:
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Raphael – The devil who always has a deal.
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Goblin Soldiers & Githyanki Warriors – Common threats on the road.
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Bhaalist Cultists – The murderous fanatics.
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Even a mysterious generic hollyphant (though not specifically Inspector Valeria).
But then… there's one figure that stands out, not for its epic power, but for its cultural impact.
The Uncommon, Large, Brown Bear: A Meme in Miniature
Nestled among devils and druids is a miniature with a deceptively simple name: "Brown Bear." Labeled as a Large creature with Uncommon rarity, its presence is a delightful, unsubtle wink to one of gaming's most viral moments. I mean, come on—we all know which bear they're talking about.
This is, of course, a direct nod to the infamous "bear scene" with the druid Halsin. For the uninitiated (where have you been?!), this occurs if the player pursues a romance with Halsin. In a moment of… heightened excitement… the druid accidentally reverts to his preferred Wild Shape form: a bear. The player is then presented with a choice that shocked a squirrel right out of a tree. It was wild, it was weird, and it instantly became a cornerstone of Baldur's Gate 3's identity online.
Larian Studios leaned into the meme from the start, featuring a censored clip in an early trailer and referencing it repeatedly in awards shows and social media. Including this bear miniature officially canonizes the moment in tabletop history. Now, players who manage to get both the Halsin (elf form) and the Brown Bear miniatures can physically recreate the scene during their D&D sessions. The possibilities for awkward DM narration are endless.
The Collector's Hunt & Lasting Legacy
Here's the catch, though: because the booster bricks are random, securing both Halsin and the Brown Bear is a matter of luck. Dedicated fans of the meme might find themselves purchasing quite a few boxes in pursuit of that perfect, hilarious diorama setup. It’s a clever, if slightly mischievous, move by Wiz Kids that plays directly into the community's inside jokes.
Looking back from 2026, the release of these miniatures solidified something important. Even years after its initial launch, Baldur's Gate 3 isn't just remembered for its perfect review scores or armfuls of Game of the Year awards. It's remembered for its heart, its humor, and its willingness to embrace the absurd alongside the epic. The fact that a simple brown bear miniature can generate as much excitement as the devil Raphael says it all. The game's spirit—unpredictable, character-driven, and endlessly memeable—has successfully made the leap from pixels to polymer. And honestly? We wouldn't have it any other way. The bear jokes, it seems, are forever.