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Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 10-20-2003, 03:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,433
Posted By Baros
Hey, Been a long time. Funnily enough...

Hey,

Been a long time.

Funnily enough I'm just playing through a game as a solo Fighter/Assassin - just to see what it was like.

I'm about to enter Suldanessellar as (IIRC) level 33/38 - the...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-11-2003, 05:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,227
Posted By Baros
It does seem to be a common bug in the game...

It does seem to be a common bug in the game generally.

I'm thinking of the lesser clay golems in jonny's house for a start...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-11-2003, 05:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,420
Posted By Baros
Kaltia - I remember the chicken (and the...

Kaltia - I remember the chicken (and the romance!).

Who was that?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-06-2003, 03:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,357
Posted By Baros
Lead the demon outside. Let him slaughter the...

Lead the demon outside. Let him slaughter the entire Temple district. Go kill the guys upstairs, get CF, then come back and remove the demon.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-05-2003, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,804
Posted By Baros
I know it's bad form, but I did chuckle when I...

I know it's bad form, but I did chuckle when I read this!
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-05-2003, 05:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,366
Posted By Baros
Killing Lehtinan is always a good laugh. Hendak...

Killing Lehtinan is always a good laugh. Hendak still runs up to him when you release him!

Most fun thing is the people you aren't in your party but can never go hostile - Nalia is one. She'll...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-02-2003, 05:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,192
Posted By Baros
Poison works best when you either can't backstab...

Poison works best when you either can't backstab or don't expect to kill the victim in one hit. A good example is when facing multiple spellcasters - it's a wonderful way of effectively taking one...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-31-2003, 02:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,481
Posted By Baros
doh! I was thinking about unseeing eye and...

doh!

I was thinking about unseeing eye and in my determination to make the first post (./, never heard of it) I made a grevious error.

I have shamed my ancestors and will never join them in the...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-31-2003, 02:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,481
Posted By Baros
I can never remember which one is which so he's...

I can never remember which one is which so he's either Twisted Rune compound or in the Bridge district.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-31-2003, 01:57 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
I'd forgotten about the King's deathmask. If...

I'd forgotten about the King's deathmask. If anyone could carry off that look it would be me.

The reason I specified non-magical headgear is specifically because of the ioun stones - although...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-31-2003, 01:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,478
Posted By Baros
Six - I was thinking more of Abi-Dhalzims for...

Six - I was thinking more of Abi-Dhalzims for those busy shopping trips :D

I'd be worried about the Cowled Wizards coming to get me though. Wonder where I pay my magic license?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-31-2003, 11:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,811
Posted By Baros
When it's all written down it becomes obvious...

When it's all written down it becomes obvious that there's no consistency to it. I'd have liked rewards that make some kind of sense in the context and related to the test.

The most obvious thing...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-31-2003, 10:53 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
I've got three games running simultaneously...

I've got three games running simultaneously (which is getting confusing) to test these things and find which one I prefer. All these characters are solo at the moment.

zxc the half-elf...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 04:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,994
Posted By Baros
Hey, Grojilik (I hope that's a new one ;) ),...

Hey, Grojilik (I hope that's a new one ;) ), didn't I say that already smile.gif
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 02:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,218
Posted By Baros
The plot thickens. It's getting like gravy. ...

The plot thickens. It's getting like gravy.

Surely something like this couldn't have gone unnoticed for two years?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 01:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,994
Posted By Baros
Detritus rocks (ha ha) I believe it was a...

Detritus rocks (ha ha)

I believe it was a modified arbalest.

Time to create a new BG2 weapon smile.gif
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 12:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,994
Posted By Baros
What's interesting, to me at least, is that it's...

What's interesting, to me at least, is that it's commonly held that melee rules BG2. We all know how Bg1 was dominated by bows (Kivan!) and I suspect that most people naturally gravitate to bows for...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 12:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
And what would that achieve? Note that I'm...

And what would that achieve?

Note that I'm hacking a character for solo play to test it out and see how it works. Note also that, in my opinion, it's no better than a regular fighter/thief and I...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 12:10 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
Dundee, don't get me wrong - I'm not expecting...

Dundee, don't get me wrong - I'm not expecting soloing with this guy to be tough. My point was that a level 10 assassin gets the same amount of thieving points as approx a level 6 thief. In a party...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 10:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,745
Posted By Baros
you underestimate the power of use any item :D

you underestimate the power of use any item :D
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 10:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 851
Posted By Baros
It's based on the kit ability file (Assassin is...

It's based on the kit ability file (Assassin is CLABTH02.2da) in the override folder. Basically it's like this

1 2 3
xxxx yyyy zzzz

which would say gain ability xxxx at level...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 09:57 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
First impressions of the fighter/assassin. I'm...

First impressions of the fighter/assassin. I'm not going to play through with this character, but I'm going to see how far I get before I get bored of him.

He's a half-elf (I didn't have any good...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 04:45 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
Apart from the poison weapon, how is this any...

Apart from the poison weapon, how is this any different from any F/T or F>T? As stated elsewhere there are enough other ways to getting stacking, repeating damage (bolts/arrows of biting, poisoned...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 04:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,351
Posted By Baros
Actually considering that it seems to be Quayle...

Actually considering that it seems to be Quayle who's running the circus it's quite impressive. There's a good freak show if you like wing stubs.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-30-2003, 04:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,811
Posted By Baros
There is a mod that will change the hell quests...

There is a mod that will change the hell quests somewhat, adding a neutral option and making the alignment changes a bit more realistic. The mod is Helltest by Adahn - has anyone tried it?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 04:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,604
Posted By Baros
Khalid looked so cool wearing the "Practical...

Khalid looked so cool wearing the "Practical Defence" and carrying Varscona with a shield. Glad he's dead.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 04:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
I'm not sure that a Fighter/Assassin is that bad...

I'm not sure that a Fighter/Assassin is that bad compared to a regular F/T.

The only additional abilities are poison and increased backstab bonus. I think that compares well for the loss in...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 04:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,451
Posted By Baros
Have you got TOB installed? Pickpocket also works...

Have you got TOB installed? Pickpocket also works in robbing from stores and there are quite a few scrolls available just in the promenade.

On Dundee's advice I had a play and got a blade to level...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 01:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,594
Posted By Baros
Crossbows are so much better than I ever realised...

Crossbows are so much better than I ever realised - I've always been put off by the high speed factor and single shot problems. I wouldn't let the low enchantment levels put you off as all missiles...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 12:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,811
Posted By Baros
Excellent /burns It sucks been stuck at work...

Excellent /burns

It sucks been stuck at work :(
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,811
Posted By Baros
Does anyone have a list of the alternate...

Does anyone have a list of the alternate good/evil rewards in Hell? (a link would do, but I'm very restricted on which web sites I can get to at work)

Also looking for a list of the familiars -...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,604
Posted By Baros
Yes... Bladesinger Chain. It's a definate design...

Yes... Bladesinger Chain. It's a definate design choice.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 11:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,906
Posted By Baros
eh..? The 3 CHR was for a monk.

eh..?

The 3 CHR was for a monk.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 10:47 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,817
Posted By Baros
Karlosevic - I was about to do the same trick...

Karlosevic - I was about to do the same trick with the halfling f/t (assassin). I like Assassins anyway (my favourite kit by a long way) and I think that by only getting 15 points/level the interest...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 05:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 757
Posted By Baros
You know, I never thought of that. Might be a...

You know, I never thought of that. Might be a reason to carry round blindness scrolls.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-29-2003, 05:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,351
Posted By Baros
You can dispel the werewolves? I always just...

You can dispel the werewolves? I always just ignore them as they can't hurt you until you attack (remember to turn off AI) and that excludes the one's in kalah's final lair. It's even easier solo to...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 03:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 834
Posted By Baros
Actually, yes. That's the one thing that pi**es...

Actually, yes. That's the one thing that pi**es me off most of all - the amount of unique, powerful magic items that random shop owners just keep around. There doesn't seem to be any form of economic...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 03:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,796
Posted By Baros
Butterfingers - you're partitially right....

Butterfingers - you're partitially right. Unfortunately a lot of the best elements of RPGs have been lost in the translation to CRPG - primarily role-playing.

For better or worse BG is about...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,668
Posted By Baros
Does Blackrazor provide regen? How does that...

Does Blackrazor provide regen? How does that compare?

Do item/spell regenerations count when shapechanged into a Greater werewolf?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 12:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,176
Posted By Baros
The enchantment of +1 is irrelevant. Combine that...

The enchantment of +1 is irrelevant. Combine that with decent ammo and multiple shots/round it becomes a great weapon (and crossbows are MUCH cooler than bows). It's quick enough to disrupt most...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 12:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,796
Posted By Baros
Amen. I think the one thing that proves what...

Amen.

I think the one thing that proves what you've said is that we all spend so much time soloing - no characters are *needed* and items rule (one ring to rule them all..?). I've said it before,...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 12:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,176
Posted By Baros
You're right - Light Crossbow of Speed - "The...

You're right - Light Crossbow of Speed - "The Army Scythe". Best thing is that it gives +1 Attack so that if you normally have 3 attacks (for example) then you get 4 with it. Using oil of speed gives...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 757
Posted By Baros
Nope. You can't hide in shadows whilst an...

Nope.

You can't hide in shadows whilst an enemy is visible.

Options are - blind yourself smile.gif , use potions/items of invisibility, run away hide and return or use imp. invis.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 11:13 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,176
Posted By Baros
I've not played IWD, but missiles rocked in BG1 -...

I've not played IWD, but missiles rocked in BG1 - Kivan was deathmeister.

I actually quite like the variety in BG2, once you get the ammo belt that is. I've used short bows a lot, but trying it...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 10:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,668
Posted By Baros
20 Con would help.

20 Con would help.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 10:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,226
Posted By Baros
Haha - if it didn't say it in the description I'd...

Haha - if it didn't say it in the description I'd never have bothered with it. Might make a good weapon for my current Assassin as I'm going through a short sword phase (Short sword of Mask ...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 09:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,174
Posted By Baros
Karlosevic - they're talking about Greater...

Karlosevic - they're talking about Greater Wolfweres that are in the dungeon. A completely different kettle of fish.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 09:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,226
Posted By Baros
noob alert, but where is Kundane? I know I've...

noob alert, but where is Kundane? I know I've found it in a few games, but I think I've always sold it :(

Also scimitars are fine for rogues. Belm especially makes a great weapon for a solo...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 05:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 834
Posted By Baros
There is one case where speed factor,...

There is one case where speed factor, particularly of missile weapons is vital and that is a comparison against spells. A lower speed factor weapon is more likely to strike the mage before he gets...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-28-2003, 04:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,298
Posted By Baros
Or is Baalor a type of ale? My own personal demon...

Or is Baalor a type of ale? My own personal demon at least.
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