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Cam_H · 01-16-2006, 02:18 AM

Gimli,

You seem to be relatively experienced already with a carefully tailored group, so I'm not really sure what kind of advice you're looking for. Just a few thoughts nonetheless;

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I would be inclined to secure some cash for this group as a matter of some priority, as there are a few motivations for getting 'money-ed up' early:

Your Blade would inevitably want to wield Dak'kon's Zerth Blade that is in the Adventurer's Mart - given the few easily accessible and impressive Katanas in the early game. This is a purchase-only weapon.
There's a ton of other bits and pieces in the 'no shoplifting allowed' Adventurer's Mart that would benefit this group, such as; the Reflection Shield if you do use shields for your Berserker-Cleric (particulatly good against stunning bolts), Vhailor's Helm, Robe of Cheese, Girdle of Hill Giant Strength, and so forth. Rings of Air Control are also handy items.
Two of your characters are magic spellcasters, and unless you like spawning Cowled Wizards for XPs, you might want to purchase a magic license to bypass street fights with these Cowled Wizards in Athkatla. It's admittedly a relatively small investment, but one that is probably worth paying for.
You might find your spell selection becomes relatively constrained if you linger too long in Chapters 2 and 3, where the better high-level mage scrolls tend increasingly to come from lucky random treasure drops rather than design. With a new mage, you'll want to build up your spellbook, and Level 7+ spells might be a bit hard to come by after a while. You'll need to get to Spellhold to flesh out your options once your Swashbuckler-Mage starts advancing to a respectable level, so getting the money for the boat ride should be of some priority.

One small side-quest I my view well worth doing early is helping Jermien build his golem (in the Umar Hills). The reward; Ilbratha, while at first looking relatively unimpressive, may prove to be of significant value to your Inquisitor for many battles through both SoA and ToB.

I would also visit Watcher's Keep and introduce yourself to the party that's waiting there, and at least be agreeable to their quest to the point where you get teleported to the top level of the Keep. From there you can purchase the Potion Bag from Sister Garlena. It's up to you if you wish to take the quest further or buy some of her other equipment.

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[ 01-16-2006, 05:41 PM: Message edited by: Cam_H ]

01-16-2006, 02:18 AM	#8
Cam_H Zhentarim Guard Join Date: July 12, 2005 Location: Australia, if you must know. Age: 59 Posts: 320	Gimli, You seem to be relatively experienced already with a carefully tailored group, so I'm not really sure what kind of advice you're looking for. Just a few thoughts nonetheless; Spoiler: Ctrl-A or click-and-drag-over-below to reveal. I would be inclined to secure some cash for this group as a matter of some priority, as there are a few motivations for getting 'money-ed up' early: Your Blade would inevitably want to wield Dak'kon's Zerth Blade that is in the Adventurer's Mart - given the few easily accessible and impressive Katanas in the early game. This is a purchase-only weapon. There's a ton of other bits and pieces in the 'no shoplifting allowed' Adventurer's Mart that would benefit this group, such as; the Reflection Shield if you do use shields for your Berserker-Cleric (particulatly good against stunning bolts), Vhailor's Helm, Robe of Cheese, Girdle of Hill Giant Strength, and so forth. Rings of Air Control are also handy items. Two of your characters are magic spellcasters, and unless you like spawning Cowled Wizards for XPs, you might want to purchase a magic license to bypass street fights with these Cowled Wizards in Athkatla. It's admittedly a relatively small investment, but one that is probably worth paying for. You might find your spell selection becomes relatively constrained if you linger too long in Chapters 2 and 3, where the better high-level mage scrolls tend increasingly to come from lucky random treasure drops rather than design. With a new mage, you'll want to build up your spellbook, and Level 7+ spells might be a bit hard to come by after a while. You'll need to get to Spellhold to flesh out your options once your Swashbuckler-Mage starts advancing to a respectable level, so getting the money for the boat ride should be of some priority. One small side-quest I my view well worth doing early is helping Jermien build his golem (in the Umar Hills). The reward; Ilbratha, while at first looking relatively unimpressive, may prove to be of significant value to your Inquisitor for many battles through both SoA and ToB. I would also visit Watcher's Keep and introduce yourself to the party that's waiting there, and at least be agreeable to their quest to the point where you get teleported to the top level of the Keep. From there you can purchase the Potion Bag from Sister Garlena. It's up to you if you wish to take the quest further or buy some of her other equipment. [edit]Spelling![/edit] [ 01-16-2006, 05:41 PM: Message edited by: Cam_H ]