*goes to get some popcorn* I do believe that an expert can no-reload finish BG/BG2 with a puppy wielding wet sock -- if the party is played well to compensate. I don't think *I* can - yet. It takes a… (View Post)

BG uses a total minimum for ability rolls of 75. We are used to powergaming so much so that a roll of 75 is shunned -- it is used in the extreme challenge runs. However, a roll of 75 (for a 6 x 3d6 d… (View Post)

Ice Storm is useful as an area-denial weapon against casters: Damage is pitiful, but cold-immunity is rare and for 4 rounds casters in an area will be interrupted. It's a great opener against hostile… (View Post)

On a related note, I once chunked Minsc (he was petrified; I was Confused). Every single one of his magic items at the time was lost with him! (including, e.g., Lilarcor) Particularly vexing for a no… (View Post)

Baldur's Gate is a rare game that is balanced so that it is possible, but very difficult, to play a no-reloads game through the entire saga. Tell us YOUR favorite play style. (View Post)