The Dastardly Harry Potter Villain Takes on a New Role in Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur's Gate 3 adds a touch of magic to its cast with the announcement of a Harry Potter villain actor voicing a character in the game, as confirmed by developers Larian Studios
Renowned voice actor Jason Isaacs, known for his portrayal of Lucius Malfoy in six Harry Potter films, has been announced as the latest addition to the voice cast of Baldur's Gate 3 by Larian Studios. Despite not having lent his voice to any of the Harry Potter video games, Isaacs has an extensive portfolio of video game voice work including Star Trek Online, Castlevania: Lords of the Shadow series, and Midnight Suns, indicating a growing interest in the field. In Baldur's Gate 3, Isaacs will take on the role of Lord Enver Gortash, joining an already impressive voice cast.
Isaacs has been confirmed to play the role of Lord Enver Gortash in Baldur's Gate 3, as revealed in the Summer Game Fest event on Thursday. Lord Enver Gortash is a politician vying for control of Baldur's Gate, but his rise to power appears to be less than democratic. The trailer suggests that his intentions for the city and its people may not be entirely benevolent. When introduced to the party, Isaacs effectively portrays Lord Enver Gortash as untrustworthy, leaving players to decide whether to make him an ally or foe in true Dungeons and Dragons fashion. The outcome of this decision and its longevity in the game remain to be seen.
In Baldur's Gate 3, Lord Enver Gortash is portrayed as a clear-cut villain, with the trailer hinting at his collusion with General Ketheric Thorm, voiced by the talented JK Simmons. While Thorm is affiliated with the Cult of Shar, his allegiance lies with an entity of much greater power. The prospect of Isaacs and Simmons bringing these characters to life in the game is undoubtedly thrilling, given their exceptional acting abilities. The game is staying true to the essence of Dungeons and Dragons by creating well-defined characters that are integral to the story. As Harry Potter fans will know, Jason Isaacs' portrayal of Lucius Malfoy was a standout performance, and his depiction of Gortash promises to be equally captivating.
Baldur's Gate 3 releases August 29 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
