In Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3), the term “Tav” designates the player character. When players initiate a new game, they create and customize their character, and other in-game characters often refer to them as “Tav.” This designation is a shorthand for “The Absolute” in the game’s narrative, highlighting the player character’s connection to a mysterious power known as the Absolute, which holds a crucial role in the storyline.
In BG3, “Tav” can have two meanings:
1. The default name for custom characters: When you create a custom character in Baldur’s Gate 3, the game automatically assigns the name “Tav” to them unless you choose something else. This is simply a placeholder name, and you can change it to whatever you like.
2. A generic term for the player character: Over time, “Tav” has become a common way for players to refer to the player character in Baldur’s Gate 3, even if they have chosen a different name. This is similar to how players in other RPGs might use terms like “Dragonborn” (Skyrim) or “V” (Cyberpunk 2077) to refer to their characters.
The reason why “Tav” has become so popular is likely because it is:
- Short and easy to pronounce: It is only one syllable and can be easily said in most languages.
- Gender-neutral: It does not imply any specific gender, which is important for a game that allows players to create characters of any gender identity.
- Memorable: It is a unique name that is not commonly used in everyday life, so it is easy to remember and associate with the Baldur’s Gate 3 player character.
So, whether you call your character Tav or something else, the name is ultimately up to you. But the next time you see someone talking about “Tav” in the context of Baldur’s Gate 3, you’ll know exactly what they mean!