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Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 01-01-2003, 03:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,754
Posted By Yggdrasil
Your post pretty much echoes my feelings,...

Your post pretty much echoes my feelings, although I do like the 3rd edition implementation. Reminds me of Black Isle's Fallout series.

The BG engine retires on a sad note.
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-29-2002, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,298
Posted By Yggdrasil
I have a multi paladin/cleric (illmater); he does...

I have a multi paladin/cleric (illmater); he does VERY well as the leader. Plus there is a holy sword (only usable by paladins) in the game. Their 'cure disease' ability is nice, and so is laying...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-26-2002, 09:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,871
Posted By Yggdrasil
I meant from a role-playing perspective. As...

I meant from a role-playing perspective. As stated, I try to avoid resting.

The great thing about Fallout1 was the time limit....really makes you work.

BTW just beat the lich and his bony...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-26-2002, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,871
Posted By Yggdrasil
Possible spoiler? My 3 member party is at...

Possible spoiler?

My 3 member party is at the beginning of the Fields of Slaughter; running a bit low on spells, HPs, etc. Just kicked the crap out of the welcome party and a bunch of undead, but...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-22-2002, 11:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,186
Posted By Yggdrasil
Given multiclassing, my favorite is the...

Given multiclassing, my favorite is the fighter/battleguard of tempus. A self-healing tank. I have one who has never, ever been put down.

Favorite single class would have to be either wizard or...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-22-2002, 11:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By Yggdrasil
If you liked the BG series, you'll like IWD2...

If you liked the BG series, you'll like IWD2 (more or less). I personally dislike the linearity and the hacknslash overkill of the IWD series, but it's still
worth buying. IWDII uses 3rd ed rules to...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-20-2002, 03:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,303
Posted By Yggdrasil
I think what Zoltan is saying is that 3rd ed...

I think what Zoltan is saying is that 3rd ed multiclassing is less structured than 2nd ed. I would tend to agree, but the onus is on the player not to 'abuse' the system; as always, some people...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-20-2002, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,004
Posted By Yggdrasil
I'm also playing a rogue/illusionist (deep...

I'm also playing a rogue/illusionist (deep gnome). The big downfalls for me were not being able to cast Skulltrap, Stoneskin and Horrid Wilting.
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-19-2002, 11:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,289
Posted By Yggdrasil
I used my human fighter4/battleguard10 for all 8...

I used my human fighter4/battleguard10 for all 8 rooms. Sanctuary, Armor of Faith & Champion Strength.

[ 11-19-2002, 11:13 AM: Message edited by: Yggdrasil ]
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-15-2002, 10:17 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,655
Posted By Yggdrasil
I admit I was overly harsh there. I don't detest...

I admit I was overly harsh there. I don't detest the game; but the manual DOES reek and so does the pathfinding. Having paid $40 whatever for IWD2, I feel perfectly entitled to a little griping....
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-14-2002, 09:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,655
Posted By Yggdrasil
The IWD2 manual stinks like a leper's socks...one...

The IWD2 manual stinks like a leper's socks...one of the worst I've ever read.

The game's pathfinding AI sucks even worse.

Plus, the game is waaaay too linear. I'm tired of looking at beautiful...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-10-2002, 10:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,458
Posted By Yggdrasil
Update! Just starting the Fell Wood with the...

Update!

Just starting the Fell Wood with the 3-member party:

Aasimar Paladin6/Painbearer6 (14/12/14/10/17/16)
AC varied, depending on weapons (2h sword or defender + shield: 19 or 22 with max...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-08-2002, 11:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 919
Posted By Yggdrasil
OK, here are my views: Your abilities scores...

OK, here are my views:

Your abilities scores are waaaay out of whack. I think any character with a Charisma under 6 should be attacked by villagers with pitchforks and torches...

Maxing Dex for...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-08-2002, 04:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,458
Posted By Yggdrasil
I thought having fewer members in the party would...

I thought having fewer members in the party would take care of the level penalty (more xps); perhaps it's too early to tell. One problem is the multiclassing; without the rogue levels she'd be a 4th...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-08-2002, 12:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,458
Posted By Yggdrasil
I got bored with my original party (just...

I got bored with my original party (just completed the Fell Wood) and so created a new one, 3 members only. They just got back from the Bridge mission:

Aasimar.........Paladin3/Cleric3 (Illmater)...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 11-08-2002, 08:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,599
Posted By Yggdrasil
Whoever is sent to talk to Caged Fury needn't...

Whoever is sent to talk to Caged Fury needn't die. Just keep your trigger man by the Ion Cannon; after Cannon Fodder is thru talking and the whirlwind begins, have him/her push the button again. The...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 10-29-2002, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,057
Posted By Yggdrasil
Give everyone Mercantile Background!!...or Strong...

Give everyone Mercantile Background!!...or Strong Back, or Toughness...har har.

Seriously, though...I guess it depends on your playing style. IWD2 seems to be a hack'n'slash, so here's how I see...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 10-29-2002, 02:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,553
Posted By Yggdrasil
Dwarf fighters rule: the duergar in my party is...

Dwarf fighters rule: the duergar in my party is one heckuva tank. He'd be extra skeery with a few levels of BattleGuard, but alignment restrictions forbid it. Oh well...next time...
Forum: Icewind Dale | Heart of Winter | Icewind Dale II Forum 10-28-2002, 01:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,182
Posted By Yggdrasil
Agree with you on the dual-wielding issue. I'm on...

Agree with you on the dual-wielding issue. I'm on my first game -just entering the ice temple. The tanks are a half-orc barbarian/fighter (str 21 - wielding Executioner's Wife) and a duergar fighter...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 10-11-2002, 10:58 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,752
Posted By Yggdrasil
Firstly, I should point out that the classes I...

Firstly, I should point out that the classes I named earlier are ones I've played. Your triple combo seems hugely powerful, and may well top my power list (esp with an XP cap remover). I'm...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 10-10-2002, 10:10 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,752
Posted By Yggdrasil
Errr... I thought this was a solo thread,...

Errr...

I thought this was a solo thread, not the Holy-Spellcasting thread. It's true the game is geared towards spellcasters,
but with some ingenuity a non-mage type can stomp thru this game...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-06-2002, 10:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,489
Posted By Yggdrasil
Elven multiclassed mage/thief. Solo with this...

Elven multiclassed mage/thief. Solo with this one, and you'll level up so fast you'll get a nosebleed (xps for traps, locks, learning spells). Big fun in scouting around as a thief, and then using...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-07-2002, 07:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 240
Posted By Yggdrasil
Errr, ahem. Saravok is the best NPC in the...

Errr, ahem.

Saravok is the best NPC in the game, if used right.

I was soloing a half-orc Priest of Helm, and decided to include Sarevok when hitting ToB. Dualled him to a thief, pounded a few...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-26-2002, 09:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,160
Posted By Yggdrasil
I don't think alignment matters much in ToA; to...

I don't think alignment matters much in ToA; to wit, my first time through was as an evil dualled fighter/druid (killed the genie in hell). Druid classes are supposed to be true neutral, but my PC...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-24-2002, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,157
Posted By Yggdrasil
I was playing a solo game with a priest, and got...

I was playing a solo game with a priest, and got so bored I let Sarevok join. I immediately dualled him to a thief; took no time at all to get his fighter abilities back, seeing as how thieves level...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-13-2002, 02:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,035
Posted By Yggdrasil
weakest link would be a beastmaster with minimal...

weakest link would be a beastmaster with minimal stats.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-13-2002, 01:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,697
Posted By Yggdrasil
I'd be Irenicus. Annihilate everyone and not give...

I'd be Irenicus. Annihilate everyone and not give em a chance, especially that pesky PC. Fry the opposition. Barbecue at my place.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-13-2002, 01:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 425
Posted By Yggdrasil
Equip your best fighter with Psionic Blade and...

Equip your best fighter with Psionic Blade and have him/her drink a couple of the Mind Focusing potions as well as an oil of speed. If the aforementioned fighter is not your PC, equip your PC with...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 02-13-2002, 12:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 873
Posted By Yggdrasil
Single class: split between elven sorcerer and...

Single class: split between elven sorcerer and elven swashbucklers. Depends on your game style.

Dual class: fighter dualled to druid at 9th level.

Multi: mage/thief.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 01-22-2002, 11:36 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
Hi guys...been awhile. I have now soloed...

Hi guys...been awhile.

I have now soloed with a Cleric (half-orc Priest of Helm) and an elven Sorcerer...and a Swashbuckler, but that's off-topic. I also have a full party game with myself as a...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-13-2001, 03:54 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
I'm denying it. This thread is killing my...

I'm denying it.

This thread is killing my enjoyment of the game. I'm beginning to get the notion that no matter what class I play, the character will never be as powerful or have as much...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-13-2001, 03:35 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Dundee Slaytern:
I said: Try assigning a solo Cleric and a solo Mage to two people who've never played the game and see who has the tougher time.
...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-13-2001, 03:27 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Dundee Slaytern:
You need to target the Mage to cast Insect Plague. You cannot cast on a invisible target, nor can you target the...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-13-2001, 03:24 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
Um, no. I said nothing about whether or not...

Um, no.

I said nothing about whether or not it's "fair." Fairness has nothing to do with it.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-13-2001, 03:14 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
Still arguing, hmm? Well, it's a slow day...

Still arguing, hmm?

Well, it's a slow day and I'm feeling stupid, so I'll jump in with these tidbits.

Insect Plague will work on anyone, and invisibility is not a defense. So if Insect Plague...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-12-2001, 03:43 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
This is going nowhere.

This is going nowhere.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-12-2001, 03:11 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
There are so many ways to take down a Mage it's...

There are so many ways to take down a Mage it's not even funny. Low HPs and a crappy AC. The ONLY time they truly shine is when they know what's coming so they can plan ahead...other than that, their...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-12-2001, 01:07 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
I'm thinking of trying a half-orc cleric (priest...

I'm thinking of trying a half-orc cleric (priest of helm kit) solo game. That would be a blast.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 10:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,094
Posted By Yggdrasil
Oops. I forgot to mention: Yaga's Lairs were...

Oops. I forgot to mention: Yaga's Lairs were pretty tough.

I basically ran away from everyone. Hide in shadows, loot and run. Repeat.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 10:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,094
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Eldoran:

Good job Yggdrasil... How were the tough fights?<hr></blockquote>

Thank you.

Melissan was by far the toughest. Other than that,...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 08:29 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Eldoran:
:(

As I recall it was posts like these (well with swearing and personal insults) that caused BG Dungeon to close down...

Dundee...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By Yggdrasil
Here are some suggestions: Run back to...

Here are some suggestions:

Run back to Athkatla and buy a spellstrike spell. Have Imoen memorize it and rest. Then go back to Abazigal's fortress.

First, have Imoen lay all her traps on the...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By Yggdrasil
What class is your PC?

What class is your PC?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 05:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By Yggdrasil
You need a minimum of 17 in the primary ability...

You need a minimum of 17 in the primary ability of the class to which you are dualling.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 04:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,094
Posted By Yggdrasil
Kensai-thieves are awesome. Just finished ToB...

Kensai-thieves are awesome. Just finished ToB with a solo swashbuckler, and he's almost an exact copy of the kensai-thief class.

I agree that the Use Any Item is unbalanced - my AC was around -26...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 10:49 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Dundee Slaytern:


Who's talking about parties now? Stick to the debate at hand, which is to give reasons why you think either a Mage or a Cleric...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 10:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 954
Posted By Yggdrasil
It was sort of an experiment. I'd already beaten...

It was sort of an experiment. I'd already beaten the game with a 'real' PC a few times; just wondered what it would be like to play with a hacked character.

All things considered, it got rather...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 09:52 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Dundee Slaytern:

How will a pure solo Cleric deal with Improved Demogorgan? tongue.gif <hr></blockquote>

How will a Mage hold together a six...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 09:50 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,818
Posted By Yggdrasil
<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by...

<blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Dundee Slaytern:


You cannot cast Summon Insects/Insect Plague if the Mage/Sorcerer is invisible; and yes, the Priest spell, Magic Resistance is...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 12-11-2001, 09:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 954
Posted By Yggdrasil
The only time I've ever used a cheat was in the...

The only time I've ever used a cheat was in the original BG. Hacked all stats to 25, removed the xp cap and made one HECKUVA cleric/mage.
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