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Forum: Neverwinter Nights 1 & 2 Also SoU & HotU Forum 06-16-2003, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,207
Posted By Thuram
I come from playing the BG series and I am quite...

I come from playing the BG series and I am quite disappointed with the game (I play individually).

My game setting is to max difficulty, but so far (level 2 Ranger, level 2 Wizard, level 3 Rogue)...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-22-2003, 12:59 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,864
Posted By Thuram
This is an excellent combination if you like...

This is an excellent combination if you like spell casting. I always thought that a specialist mage is a good idea - as an illusionist you only miss the necromancy spell, something you can live...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-19-2003, 02:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,494
Posted By Thuram
But you can use the spare time the robe buys you...

But you can use the spare time the robe buys you in the timestop.

Just make sure you cast MMM before timestop, so that you don't waste time. Then cast you spell, pelt your enemy with the meteors,...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-19-2003, 02:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,080
Posted By Thuram
I missed something. What to you mean by CTL-D?

I missed something. What to you mean by CTL-D?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-19-2003, 02:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,076
Posted By Thuram
Yes, now it makes sense to me. Thanks Weimer. ...

Yes, now it makes sense to me. Thanks Weimer.

I killed the rat with the FoA. Didn't take that long. Probly because the slwoing effect also affects regeneration (not sure if the rat regenerates).
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-19-2003, 02:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,646
Posted By Thuram
It's quite tough to play a monk the first time....

It's quite tough to play a monk the first time. He is a character which requieres lot of maintenance, specially in the beginning.

For the beginning, don't feel ashamed to use the hide&hit&run...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 03:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,560
Posted By Thuram
Alson, I have read your spell reference....

Alson, I have read your spell reference. Excellent work!

I would like to note what I think is a minor correction. You say level 1 priest spell "Armor of Faith" sets resistance. I can confirm you...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 03:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,076
Posted By Thuram
Just killed improved Kangaxx. What is the rat for...

Just killed improved Kangaxx. What is the rat for he gates when he transforms into demilich?

I have heard that it will serve as a recipient for his soul. Fine and good, but is it any useful...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 07:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,650
Posted By Thuram
She is a stupid bitch. Always boasting herself...

She is a stupid bitch. Always boasting herself and then fleeing when it comes to a show down.

Well, I shall see you again ... be prepared!
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 07:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,835
Posted By Thuram
I do have baldurdash. In the previous quest for...

I do have baldurdash. In the previous quest for the lathanders I was offered the cleric stronghold, but I politely refused 'cause I prefered to try the ranger stronghold.

Maybe I need to be one of...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 06:54 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,080
Posted By Thuram
In my first game I used the...

In my first game I used the invisible-guy-blockin-the-entrance too. But I know consider it cheese and only allow it to myself on stupid creatures (skeleton warriors and undead - except vampires and...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 06:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,646
Posted By Thuram
Warby, sorry for hijacking your thread. Although...

Warby, sorry for hijacking your thread. Although Monks can't backstab they can still use the hide, hit and run tactic. Hope that this was interesting to you too.

Yes, Rataxes hit the point. That...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-18-2003, 06:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,492
Posted By Thuram
You could try using Shadowkeeper ... But why...

You could try using Shadowkeeper ...

But why whould you like to dual class Valygar into a thief? You normally do it to get new features, but as you said a stalker is already very thief-like.

If...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-17-2003, 11:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,646
Posted By Thuram
No, absolutely. He could stay "the whole day" in...

No, absolutely. He could stay "the whole day" in shadows, and was able to hide 99% at the first attempt. I can't remember well but I think he got 99% in both stats.

When I positioned him behind an...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-17-2003, 11:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,835
Posted By Thuram
Best regards for the answers. I have done...

Best regards for the answers.

I have done the Sir Charles quest and didn't get to choose. If I remember well, I got the staff spear from the lathanders. I must say that I finished this quest using...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-17-2003, 07:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,080
Posted By Thuram
I can't confirm the strategy of skeleton warriers...

I can't confirm the strategy of skeleton warriers against mindflayers. I tried to use it after reading this strategy but it was a total disaster.

I sent one big skeleton warrier against one single...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-17-2003, 07:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,650
Posted By Thuram
I have tactics mod. When fighting (improved)...

I have tactics mod. When fighting (improved) Bodhi in Chapter 2 she leaves after some time.

I know she is not supposed to die, but I remember her leaving only when she got severily hurt. But now...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-17-2003, 06:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,646
Posted By Thuram
You can drop CON to 16. Above that value it is...

You can drop CON to 16. Above that value it is only useful for fighters and rangers. Monks count as clerics.

INT should be minimum 9 as this will allow you to use a wand and read scrolls.

CHAR...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-16-2003, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,835
Posted By Thuram
I have done what I think is the last quest for...

I have done what I think is the last quest for the Lathanders (recover a stolen ring).

I was expecting to get the Ring of Holiness in exchange for that service, but instead I got only 100 Gold.
...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-14-2003, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,745
Posted By Thuram
I correct myself. This is something I must have...

I correct myself. This is something I must have misundertsood. I just tried it out: no I can't backstab with sanctuary.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-14-2003, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,745
Posted By Thuram
I can tell you that they can hurt you! It could...

I can tell you that they can hurt you! It could be of course that the first ray might be an antimagic one so that sanctuary is dispelled. Can't tell you for sure 'cause they cast like hell. But I...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-13-2003, 05:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,745
Posted By Thuram
Why can beholders (even the small ones) see me...

Why can beholders (even the small ones) see me while I am in sanctuary?

But they don't see my R/C when in stealth!

I mean not only the big ones, even the smallest one sees thru sanctuary.

I...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-13-2003, 08:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,120
Posted By Thuram
I would say either Kensai or Barbarian. ...

I would say either Kensai or Barbarian.

However, since you asked and if you trust me on this, play a bard. Specifically a Blade. Its just something different.

If you play a bard you should...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-13-2003, 08:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,457
Posted By Thuram
The Conan tactic, hmmm... Actually that is...

The Conan tactic, hmmm...

Actually that is the best one if you can stand it. Supprisingly I succeeded on the first attempt against the dragon you find in hell. Sure, some Skeleton Warriors helped...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-12-2003, 04:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,016
Posted By Thuram
If you restore those levels, has he spells...

If you restore those levels, has he spells memorized or are they consumed just like when you restore after a vampire bites you and level drains you?


BTW: Almost cheesy tactic.
You are ambushed...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-12-2003, 04:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,860
Posted By Thuram
NicWorg, may I add my beholder pain in your...

NicWorg, may I add my beholder pain in your thread?

I really do hate them now! I should have chosen them as racial enemy but I decided for Golems ...

I am a Stalker/Cleric. Right now I am level...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-11-2003, 06:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,041
Posted By Thuram
Confirmed! The blade doesn't need those high...

Confirmed! The blade doesn't need those high level spells. I soloed without any cheats, mods, cheesy tactics, etc.

But its up to you - if you have more fun using them, by all means go for it!
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-11-2003, 06:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,192
Posted By Thuram
DZB is a lovely sword. My Blade used it in his...

DZB is a lovely sword. My Blade used it in his offhand all the way down to hell (then I switched to Black Razor main and Equalizer off-hand).

I didn't use the tactic you described, although it...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-10-2003, 09:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,958
Posted By Thuram
Best regards! I don't know how I could have...

Best regards!

I don't know how I could have missed it when I searched this morning. I guess all links refered to teambg.com and not teambg.net.
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-10-2003, 08:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,958
Posted By Thuram
I think this weapon rocks! Unfortunately it...

I think this weapon rocks!

Unfortunately it doesn't display any effect when the enemy gets hit and is slowed, so it appears to be less spectacular.

I am going to use this weapon with my...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-30-2003, 10:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,665
Posted By Thuram
That sounds familiar to me. I didn't investigate...

That sounds familiar to me. I didn't investigate since this was just fine to me. I don't know the exact enemy (could have been the mummies) but they were supposed not to get hurt buy +1 weapons.
...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-30-2003, 08:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,081
Posted By Thuram
If you can wait I could confirm this for you. I...

If you can wait I could confirm this for you. I am planning to play a Stalker/Cleric next, but I guess this will take some time since I am now with a Blade.

I have heard they can have a Familiar...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-30-2003, 04:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,032
Posted By Thuram
Thanks for the replys. I will check out the...

Thanks for the replys.

I will check out the Black Dragon next, hopefully I find time to do it today. I have a ring of free action so I will see if this makes me immune to plant growth. It probably...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-29-2003, 02:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,032
Posted By Thuram
Which is the toughest dragon in SoA (no mods) in...

Which is the toughest dragon in SoA (no mods) in your opinion?

This is my fourth time through the game. I am now playing a Blade. I have killed in the following order Adalon (se started the fight...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-29-2003, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,469
Posted By Thuram
I just found out a nice trick I wanted to share...

I just found out a nice trick I wanted to share with you, although you already might know.

It is common knowledge that Mirror Image is very efficient in spell deflection. Because the way mages...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-26-2003, 08:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,314
Posted By Thuram
I am playing a Blade right now. I am level 23...

I am playing a Blade right now. I am level 23 meaning I maxed out (only have SoA) and I am leaving the Underdark right now after killing Adalon (my chaotic nature incited me to watch what the demon...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-23-2002, 04:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 761
Posted By Thuram
I am soloing with a Monk. The summons are very...

I am soloing with a Monk. The summons are very important. I most of the occasions you don't need them if your fighter hack&slash well, but there will always be a situation where you need some...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-20-2002, 07:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,994
Posted By Thuram
I would recommend you to play a Thief-Mage. The...

I would recommend you to play a Thief-Mage. The improvements a thief gets after level 13 are limited and you are better spending these XP on a different class. Having both the Thief and the Mage...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-19-2002, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,474
Posted By Thuram
Err... INT 19 compared to INT 18: How many...

Err...

INT 19 compared to INT 18: How many more spells per level can you cast?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-19-2002, 01:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,513
Posted By Thuram
Absolutely! Of course, if the only thing...

Absolutely!

Of course, if the only thing your bard does is singing ... then forget about him. But if well prepared, by the time the fighter is hacking through the bard's stoneskin and other...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-18-2002, 01:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,612
Posted By Thuram
The barbarian can't use plate. I have never...

The barbarian can't use plate. I have never played one because I see this as a big disadvantage for a fighter or tank. Considering the available equipment in SoA, is he really worth it compared with...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-18-2002, 01:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,699
Posted By Thuram
You don't need to die to use this rod. Use it on...

You don't need to die to use this rod. Use it on an injured party member and it is fully healed. Think of Lord F. having stunned your tank and hitting him really hard - next round he is fully healed...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-18-2002, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Thuram
I have no mod installed. It happened to me that...

I have no mod installed. It happened to me that the Rune Assasins of Reliek (Bridge District) could see me although I was invisible (drank a potion of invisibility). Not unfair enough, they...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-18-2002, 01:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,098
Posted By Thuram
A Fighter/Druid not a good tank? The...

A Fighter/Druid not a good tank?

The priorities of the tank are in this order:
1. Concentrate all the blows on you, so that other party members are not bothered.
2. Survive them
3. Kill your...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-17-2002, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 845
Posted By Thuram
Someone should invent a coating that saves...

Someone should invent a coating that saves adamantine items from destruction. At least you should be able to wear it at night and store it in the bag of holding in daylight (at least until you use...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-17-2002, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,397
Posted By Thuram
Thanks for the answers. This would be my 4th...

Thanks for the answers.

This would be my 4th time through the game, so I really don't mind doing some minor cheats. I could start my own party in multiplayer mode and create all the party members,...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-17-2002, 05:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,513
Posted By Thuram
I agree, every class is very powerfull in the...

I agree, every class is very powerfull in the right hands, the right tactic and the right equipment.

Now, probably one of the best melee fighters (in SoA) though is the Bard - Blade Kit. You get...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-17-2002, 05:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,612
Posted By Thuram
Don't forget the Monk. He does a lot of damage...

Don't forget the Monk. He does a lot of damage and gets a better armor class then the Kensai (he can use bracers at the beginning; later on his innate ac gets better and you don't need them anymore)....
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-17-2002, 05:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,699
Posted By Thuram
There is also the staff of resurrection. It not...

There is also the staff of resurrection. It not only helps to resurrect a dead party member, but it also completely heals him even if he is still alive. The charges are limited to 10 but every class...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-16-2002, 12:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,397
Posted By Thuram
The thing that discouraged me was that the button...

The thing that discouraged me was that the button to Dual Class him is disabled on the NPCs in general (as far as I have seen). It didn't seem to me as if the game engine was checking at this point...
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