To ascend, you need either Melissan or the solar to access Bhaal's power and channel it into yourself. Had Sarevok survived BG1 and eventually reached Throne of Bhaal, he would presumably have taken … (View Post)

My favorite moment was when Grace vows to rescue TNO from the Blood War, a supposedly impossible task that reinforced the power of belief (in this case hers). A close second was the conversation you … (View Post)

Edwin is by far the strongest mage due to his bonus spells per level. Imoen and Nalia are strong as well due to their additional hit points, ability to use a shortbow, and locks/traps skills. Note th… (View Post)

Imoen can be raised from the dead in BG1 because the devs hadn't decided to make her a Bhaalspawn yet. You're absolutely right that, lore-wise, this should not have been possible (and was addressed i… (View Post)

She was originally supposed to die at Spellhold while the player was trying to rescue her. If I remember correctly, playtesters complained about working half the game to free her only to have their e… (View Post)