I would like to see the persimmon tree.

What about Aerie and Viconia? They are quite good, except that you might have wanted something more directly related to the sun or the moon. Or male elves. And then compare them to some gnomes or dwarves, of which there is only one in the game.

I forgot about them, haha. But yes, maybe I meant male characters or simpler elves. After all, drow are not really my thing; I don't even consider them, just like other vile creatures. Aerie is also somewhat unique, although her skill set is quite ordinary.

As for the uniqueness of companions in BG3, I think it's because you can play as them as the main character, which adds extra interest for the player (although it's not necessarily something everyone needs). But even in Mask of the Betrayer (NWN2), I didn't really like this trend.

It's like you're playing the first Larian game.

In a way... Divinity didn't have this, I didn't finish the first Pillars of Eternity, and I haven't played the second one.
But I've already felt the lack of moderation, and that's true. Although, maybe it's normal for Larian games...