Yeh, I've done that as well. I'll investigate the Naskel mine with Khalid and Jaheira then part ways. I'll also rescue Dynaheir with Minsc then leave the two together.
After so many playthroughs, you gotta pretend to help vary things.
I typically boot Jaheira out when i get out of the first dungeon. Minsc I keep around and usually replace him with other characters. For example I'll bring Cernd in long enough to get through his saga and get the experience for it, then boot him. Viconia is ALWAYS a keeper.
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After so many playthroughs, you gotta pretend to help vary things.