Let's Play - BGT with a Codex Crew

Jaheira? Aerie?

At the start of the thread, Paco suggested that one slot might ba a rolling one, for quest purposes. I'm guessing Aerie will be ditched after the circus (if joined at all). I'm curious about Jaheira, though.

Jaheira is needed for the harper quest but Aerie isn't for the circus, you can even kill her outright.

The lack of a sixth member should speed up (maybe) the leveling for the dual classes.

Jaheira is for the Harper deal which happens as soon as you leave the city and the last slot is for quest NPCs. I was going to do this with all the NPCs who had related quests (Keldorn, Cernd, Airie, Nalia, Edwin, Mazzy, ect) but that got real old. We will have a few more updates with Bio NPCs but the majority of the game will be played without them.

BTW I divided my screenshots into different chapters and discovered I have enough content for 9 more updates (200-300 pics each) before I get to where I am in the game. I really need to get going on this.

Yes, you really do.

oldmanpaco said:

BTW I divided my screenshots into different chapters and discovered I have enough content for 9 more updates (200-300 pics each) before I get to where I am in the game. I really need to get going on this.

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Excellent! Dividing my time between NV and this LP.

Nice amusing writeups, especially early on *thumbs up*The party turnover rate/attrition kinda starts to take a toll eventually as new faces keep bouncing in and out of the lineup (although it makes all his badass talk seem even more humorous and inane when there are so many deaths/mismanagement). It seems like you're having a lot of trouble perhaps due to lack of familiarity with rules/class options (heck, most folks these days are completely unfamilar with 2e/IE game ruleset anyway). Between all those uber items you picked up from silly mods and the easiest setting of SCS you have installed, the death toll really could've been a lot lower.

At least use your berzerker rage once in a while (when you get it back);using it in the final fight with Saravok probably would've meant most of the party survives. What's the point of cheating in the cheesiest fighter kit in BG2 if you're not going to use the ability? Especially vs. a certain demi lich...

Looking forward to the updates and less dying hopefully.

Chapter 23: A Day at the Circus

At the Copper Coronet in the Athkalta Slums
OK we need a lot of money. Where do we start?
How much money do we need?
A lot.
How much is 'a lot'?
More than you can imagine.
Regardless of how much money we need eventuality - where do we start? I was thinking that chick with the castle sound good.
I want to go to the circus.
What?
The circus. I want to go see it. We walked by one on the promenade.
A circus? You want to go to the circus?
Yeah. You have a problem with that?
The gods have decreed that we shall go to the circus!
Really?
And buy some sweets. So speaketh the gods!

We Travel to Waukeen's Promenade





Dammit I want to see the Circus!







So we are just going to blindly walk into this?
Ahh. So you're the new cautions one. I foresee a long and joyous life for you.
I want to see the circus dammit. Let's go.

We Enter the Tent

So this is a circus. Must say I'm impressed.







How did you know the answer to that question?
30/40. That ratio seems ingrained in my mind - like I have been asked that question many, many times in the past.


















I say we just leave her. She's not going to add anything.
You don't know that. She might be interesting.
The gods declare we shall save this girl.
See - the gods declare it.













If you stop to talk to everyone this is going to take forever.
You have some sort of social life that prevents you from spending hours reading conversation text? Didn't think so.


They seem unresponsive. Kill them.














If you ever achieve this 'destiny' of yours I want some pleasure slaves.
This I promise you my friend.
What destiny? I thought we were trying to raise money to find your friend or some wizard. Not really sure why to be honest.
I too shall have pleasure slaves. The gods have decreed it.


Werewolves. Probably need magic weapons to hurt them. Who's carrying?
Not me.
The gods have not seen fit to grant me any yet.
I have one!
Alright everyone up the steps.






This place is lousy with genies.








I'm bored with this. Just kill the ogre mage and let's go.
















Paco and Mico Level Up
















Interesting. Not interesting to anything about now but maybe someday.



Not a lot of financial gain from this endeavor.
We saw the circus. That was enough.
I have yet to receive my sweets.
I will get right on that. In the meantime lets go to that castle and make some money.

Next - We don't make it to the De'Arnise Hold

I have to admit I like the frequency of updates now. I hope you can keep it up, Paco

oldmanpaco said:

Lord Paco Duel Classes to a Mage

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I know it's a bit late to ask , but why dual at level 9? Wouldn't waiting to do this until level 13 give you more attacks per round? Or did Baldur's Gate's way of dealing with weapon proficiencies do away with attacks per round being tied to level?

I think it was done at level nine, because reaching that level of fighter requires 250 000 XP total, and every next one since that requires 250 000 per level. That way Paco gets the most of his experience.

BG2 more or less just throws xp at you, but I see your point. It's just the munchkin in me that'd do things differently I suppose.

The munchkin in me would have Dual-Classed at level 8, to ensure I can reach the maximum possible level as a Mage.

Come to think of it, I did that once.

Ah. When I played through ToB, I switched at 13 for the extra attacks. Meant I could breeze through most trivial combat encounters as a melêe machine of doom, saving the spells for important and difficult encounters. I didn't really miss the higher levels as a mage.

Something particularly tasty about those?

I had fun with my dual-warhammer-wielding mageling, not sure the experience could've been enhanced.

I switched at 9 because that is when you get another proficiency point. I could have waited but lvl 13 is a loooong way off and I wanted to have the duel class abilities back for most of the chapter 2 content.

You only get 1/2 extra apr at lvl 13 so it is not significant if you can already swing a sword around for 3 apr.

JrK said:

You only get 1/2 extra apr at lvl 13 so it is not significant if you can already swing a sword around for 3 apr.

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I'm with Azira on this one. Attacks per round is key in Infinity Engine games. I, personally, would never dual before or after level 13. Paco is playing with lowered experience though, so overtaking his old fighter levels as a mage would be that much more painful for him. I suppose I could understand, though the munchkin in me grumbled at the decision.

Chapter 24 - Jaheira and Friends - Part 1

OK the circus seems like it was a waste of time.
I enjoyed myself.
Well I am happy for you. Anyway lets go to see about that castle deal.

We Head to the City Gates



Slavers. Pttthht.








Rich trading city in need of help. Might be worth our time.
One problem at a time. Do you have any idea what a pain in the ass it is to cronicle multiple major quests at the same time? Didn't think so.

We Travel to the de'Arnise Hold


We Don't Get There














Why do I always have to carry the bodies?
I would think that would be obvious.
Well it's not.
Well it just..
Yeah?
Well you are the Orc.
Screw you. Carry him yourself.
Marooned! I have a job from the god for you.

We Travel to the Athkalta Docks





Morkar Levels Up



OK back to the Hold.
















Should we really be messing with Harpers?
Why not? Could be entertaining.














Now we are running Harper errands?
What's the worst that could happen?

We Find Prebek's House











Paco, who was already injured before entering the house, was held by the ghast and crushed to death by the Flesh Golem.


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You know something people? I think we have enough gold for the cool ID glasses we saw before.
I though we needed money to find your friend or that wizard. Can't remember which it is you want to find.
Plenty of time for raising money. Let's go buy those glasses before we raid this house. We can ID our stuff as well.

We Travel back to the Slums


While Resting at the Copper Cornet





















You OK boss?
Just a weird dream. Let's go get the glasses.











We head back to the Docls



Well this fight was a bit disappointing.


The Gods declare that we shall visit with these thieves!
Yeah, yeah. We focus on one goal at a time. We will be back.

Back in Prebek's House


No! The elf is dead!
The irritating one?
Um.. yes?
Not clear enough.










We enter the Harper Base









Snazzy joint.













OK it seems that we need one of those amulets. Everyone spread out and rummage through every container on this floor.
What if the Harpers object?
Like that is going to happen.

We Search for 30 Seconds


We go up to the Second Floor



















Doesn't this all seem a little easy boss?
Elaborate.
Well they let us in their 'secret' base, let us search for the amulet to allow us to pass the guardians, leave notes around talking about the thief, and this bird conveniently fly's into your hand.
Why do you always see negatives. Maybe their just really stupid.
Well I'm sure someone is.

We Return to Xzar














Son of a bitch they set us up.
Yes who could have seen that coming.
Dammit this will not stand!
Are we to avenge your friend?
Friend? I'm pretty sure I killed Xzar myself once. But no one uses me unless I want to be used. And then in only very specific circumstances with an agreed upon safe-word.
The gods are confused and wish to know what you are talking about.
Well when a man and a woman and sometimes another woman really lo- eh who's this?










Paco and marooned Level Up





We seem to be out of healers.
I suppose we should find one or two.
Do not worry yourselves. The gods have spoken to me.
Uh-huh.
They have told me to forsake my violent ways.
Really.
From now on I shall devote myself to their cause.

Oh good. Now he is closer to the gods.
At least we have a healer.

Next - Paco slaughters those that would use him without a safe-word.

Harpers? More like the Larpers, amirite?


Fixed dialogue

That elaborate bird assassination plot is just ridiculous, why didn't they just find Xzar and kill him? He was standing just outside their base.

Radisshu said:

That elaborate bird assassination plot is just ridiculous, why didn't they just find Xzar and kill him? He was standing just outside their base.

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Well, not that I disagree, but You can make basically any quest look ridiculous with that kind of argument.

Nice update. There seems to be more dialogue between the characters, which is an , at least for me.

Also, Aerie died

The elf is dead!
The irritating one?
Um.. yes?
Not clear enough.

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Chapter 24: Jaheira and Friends - Part 2

The Athkalta Dock
Ok Jaheira left but she said she is coming back. What do we do?
Find a bar?
Find a bar? All in favor?
Well maybe we shou-
Find a bar it is.

We enter the Sea's Bounty Inn


































I don't know boss. This chick seems like way more trouble than she is worth.
That's the truth. But no one screws with my team unless it's me.

We Travel to the Copper Cornet in the Slums















I suppose we should look for another volunteer while we are here.
How long is the annoying elf going to be around?
Eh not long.
Well then maybe see if we can find a healer of some sort.
I am perfectly capable of healing. The gods will work though my hand!
But just in case.
People listen up! I'm looking to raise one of you filthy drunks up from your current station!
I am looking for a healer to compliment the team I have in place.
I am ready to take up your cause!
Nice hair.
Who are you and what do you do?
My name is El Grunkerino and I am a humble servant of nature.
People I need to clarify! No stinking druids! Anyone else!?
But..
Beat it tree humper.
Um OK. Who? I am a cleric.
Really?
Yes. No. What?
So you can cast healing spells?
Of course.. who?
Always the crazy ones... You're not a Druid are you?
No. What? No.
Alright welcome aboard. What's your name?
Trhggr. Yes. When?
You sure about this Paco?
As sure as I was about you. Let's go.


We head out to search the Slums for Baron Ployer





Always with the antagonism.
What can I say? It's in my blood.
Hmmp.
What does that mean?






marooned Levels Up



We Find an Abandoned House




















Paco is struck down by Ice Salamanders while confused.

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We Find an Abandoned House












OK we are done with this chick and her crap.
Aren't we supposed to go meet her Harper friends again.
Dammit. It never ends.

Paco and marooned Level Up





While Resting at the Copper Coronet

















Morkar let's talk.
What do you need boss.
That wizard - Irenicus - he knows things about me.
So you have said.
There is more to it. I have been... talking to him in my dreams.
He can enter your dreams? And you are not worried about this?
No.. I think I bring him into my dreams. But he is the key to unlocking my potential.
He can make you a god?
No! Only I can do that. But he has information that will help us.
Us?
Every god needs a high priest.
And I am to be your high priest?
I once thought there another be another but he is long dead now. You will receive this mantle now.
Oh good. Glad to see you settled for me.
No you will do fine. Just fine.

We head back to the Docks










































Why do these people want to kill you?
They want to imprison him.
Same difference. They disagree with my political views.
What?
The gods declare that Paco shall not be imprisoned!
Damn straight!
Who. Fight yes.











Harpers. What a bunch of pansies.



Well hot damn. This is pretty cool.


We Return to the Copper Coronet to Rest



So.. about the elf?
Yep - first chance she is out.

Next Paco gets his own castle!

MicoSelva said:

Radisshu said:

That elaborate bird assassination plot is just ridiculous, why didn't they just find Xzar and kill him? He was standing just outside their base.

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Well, not that I disagree, but You can make basically any quest look ridiculous with that kind of argument.

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Nah, just the badly written ones.

Niiiice i'm back. This should be fun, since now i have half decent HP too. Also, i love how my char lives up to his 8 intelligence!
Keep em updates coming!

I usually don't shill for bumps but I should have another 200 image update ready tonight. So unless you all (the 4 people still reading) don't want a 600 image page I would bump us a bit.