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Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 09-19-2006, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,339
Posted By Klutz
@Majin: Lana's (a.k.a. Flamestryke) main Wiz8...

@Majin:
Lana's (a.k.a. Flamestryke) main Wiz8 page:
http://www.flamestryke.com/wizardry8/flamestrykes_w8.html

Mod page:
http://www.flamestryke.com/wizardry8/miscdataw8/modnewsw8.html

Midway...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 09-17-2006, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,339
Posted By Klutz
Thanks for the comments! The all-magic build...

Thanks for the comments!

The all-magic build is something I've been meaning to try. I ususally use lots of fighter-types with spellcasters for soul/element shield and support. Will still do...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 09-16-2006, 12:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,339
Posted By Klutz
I always play full parties, and usually with...

I always play full parties, and usually with NPC's also.

Option #1: Lana's mod, probably with this party:

Dwarf Lord (1: STR, DEX, 2: SPD, SEN)
Felpurr Ninja (1: STR, DEX, 2: SPD, SEN)
Human...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-01-2005, 07:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,089
Posted By Klutz
Tried sleeping both in the stonehenge circle and...

Tried sleeping both in the stonehenge circle and next to the challenge master by the throne. No luck in either case. I'll try a couple more. Who grants the rewards? The spirit?
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 09-01-2005, 03:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,089
Posted By Klutz
I got to level 14 druid, went to the grove as...

I got to level 14 druid, went to the grove as asked, won the challenge, and got the staff +3 and ring +2. Then I went on to do other things. I've returned to the Druid Grove, but have gotten no...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-26-2005, 04:56 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
Yay! Since you've shared so much with us so...

Yay!

Since you've shared so much with us so far, what are the Bard and Ranger's races?

I definitely agree on making sure the Bishop's initiative is good. Both Speed and Senses contribute to...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-26-2005, 04:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,732
Posted By Klutz
I always thought Valygar picked Golems because...

I always thought Valygar picked Golems because they are creations/servants of Mages, which is what he would really prefer his racial enemy to be (based on family history).
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-26-2005, 04:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,868
Posted By Klutz
***Major item spoilers throughout the whole...

***Major item spoilers throughout the whole post***

Two big points first:

One: You're missing two, make that three of the most powerful ranged weapons in SOA/TOB from your list:
- "Firetooth"...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-26-2005, 02:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,984
Posted By Klutz
One more MAJOR benefit of the Berserker (alluded...

One more MAJOR benefit of the Berserker (alluded to by Olorin): a Human Berserker can dual-class, but a Human Barbarian cannot.

Another point in favor of the Berserker: Full Plate Mail has...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-22-2005, 04:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
I like making my Ranger a Mook to use the Giant...

I like making my Ranger a Mook to use the Giant Sword, and it happens to work out that Mooks make very good Rangers attribute-wise anyway. (Felpurrs and, you guessed it, Hobbits also excel as...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-20-2005, 12:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,278
Posted By Klutz
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Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-20-2005, 12:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
General weapon comments: Swords are very...

General weapon comments:

Swords are very good in Wiz8, and there's enough to go around that you can easily have 3 or even 4 characters using them at once if desired, and they'll all be using good...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-18-2005, 04:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
Good plan and should work fine, but I'd still...

Good plan and should work fine, but I'd still advise Hobbit over Human, and focusing 100% on DEX/SEN until maxed (except at creation, where you'll be forced to put leftover points into STR/SPD). ...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-14-2005, 03:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
Pickpocket is virtually useless in a patched game...

Pickpocket is virtually useless in a patched game (1.2.4), and I've never missed it, though I've heard that if you have an unpatched game there are some very good items you can pickpocket early.
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Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-13-2005, 02:27 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
Actually, a Mook Valkyrie starts with "-5" bonus...

Actually, a Mook Valkyrie starts with "-5" bonus points, so when you reach 2nd level, she will have 5 of 6 points automatically spent, leaving 1 for you to allocate, and for all future levels you...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-12-2005, 12:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,178
Posted By Klutz
I definitely agree that for the Faerie Mage, a...

I definitely agree that for the Faerie Mage, a switch to Bishop is pretty much a win-win. Slower XP, but lots more spells and only minor sacrifice on high-level Mage spell effectiveness.

Dwarf...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-12-2005, 12:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
At high stealth, it will be very close. I'd say...

At high stealth, it will be very close. I'd say for pure AC that the Rogue probably would get the nod at top levels with the best equipment, especially when you add in the fact that stealth makes it...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-08-2005, 06:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,057
Posted By Klutz
My recommendations picking from that list: ...

My recommendations picking from that list:

Definitely play in 1st game:

Dracon / Lizardman Fighter: One Fighter is definitely a good idea for the first time through. Strongly consider...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-06-2005, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By Klutz
Base damage is D8, like a regular (unenchanted)...

Base damage is D8, like a regular (unenchanted) long sword. Base to hit is +0, though it always strikes as a +3 weapon for purposes of weapon immunities. To hit and damage bonuses are added to the...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-06-2005, 12:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,738
Posted By Klutz
Thanks! I do have TOB and plan on switching to...

Thanks! I do have TOB and plan on switching to Druid at level 13 Berserker. Ironically, with the Berserker13/Druid dual-class you reach level 14 Druid, simultaneously regaining your Berserker class...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-05-2005, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 705
Posted By Klutz
My two cents: Adding to 4 attributes at once is...

My two cents:
Adding to 4 attributes at once is definitely a recipe for disaster. You can do 3 in some cases depending on the character. For a Hobbit Samurai (and most front-line combatants) I'd...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-05-2005, 04:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 849
Posted By Klutz
My priority order for attributes for Rogues is...

My priority order for attributes for Rogues is normally: #1: DEX, #2: STR, #3/#4: SEN/SPD. SPD can drop below SEN if I have a reliable haste caster in the party. If not, the extra attacks from SPD...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 07-05-2005, 03:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,239
Posted By Klutz
Just to emphasize: in many RPG's, Rogues are more...

Just to emphasize: in many RPG's, Rogues are more of a support type character and aren't too effective on the front line. That's NOT the case in Wiz8. In Wiz8, Rogues are one of the premiere...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 07-05-2005, 03:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,738
Posted By Klutz
There is no need for any mod. Simple CLUA will...

There is no need for any mod. Simple CLUA will do.
Before talking to the guy who gives you the stronghold do:

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Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 06-30-2005, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,300
Posted By Klutz
There is one place in SOA where you can get a...

There is one place in SOA where you can get a single guaranteed Mordenkainen's Sword scroll. Details are in this post if you want to be spoiled:
...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-27-2005, 03:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,543
Posted By Klutz
No swoop bike upgrades are available in the game,...

No swoop bike upgrades are available in the game, although several characters in the game discuss them. You just have to learn the courses, figure out which pads to aim for, and practice.

This is...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-22-2005, 05:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 704
Posted By Klutz
I think Vi & RFS-81 have the fewest complaint...

I think Vi & RFS-81 have the fewest complaint areas. I tend to pick my RPC's early and stick with them as long as possible, even dragging them through areas they don't like via portal/teleport.
...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-22-2005, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,521
Posted By Klutz
Hope you'll excuse the double-post... the first...

Hope you'll excuse the double-post... the first was long enough and I missed a couple of intervening posts while writing it.

I like the Ring of Beasts too, but generally find that there's...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-22-2005, 05:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,521
Posted By Klutz
Ninja, non-Faerie, heavy caster, DEX, SPD, SEN. ...

Ninja, non-Faerie, heavy caster, DEX, SPD, SEN. For just those 3 attributes:

Ninja DEX/SPD/SEN:
Race Eff LvlMax
Hobbit 190 20
Felpurr 185 21
Mook 185 21
Human 180 21
Gnome 175 22...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 06-22-2005, 04:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 19,948
Posted By Klutz
Two weapon types I'm surprised no one has...

Two weapon types I'm surprised no one has mentioned.

Flail: Great for SOA and TOB if you play it. Flail of Ages is one of the best weapons in either game. Defender of Easthaven is a very good...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-17-2005, 05:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,800
Posted By Klutz
Even if that worked, you'd lose the Monk's +25%...

Even if that worked, you'd lose the Monk's +25% to Martial Arts and probably the Monk KO ability. (Though the Fighter has innate KO ability also.) The +25% alone would seriously hurt since that's...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-17-2005, 05:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,800
Posted By Klutz
Both Dexterity and Speed provide extra attacks,...

Both Dexterity and Speed provide extra attacks, and any combatant wants both. The question is which to max first. For combatants the answer, IMHO, is almost always Dexterity, because its secondary...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-16-2005, 12:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,677
Posted By Klutz
That brings up a good point, which is formation,...

That brings up a good point, which is formation, and that makes a big difference in weapon choice. I actually usually do the front empty myself, with 3 center, 1 on each flank, and 1 rear, which...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-16-2005, 11:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,800
Posted By Klutz
Yes, the keyword being "decent". You will NOT...

Yes, the keyword being "decent". You will NOT have spellcasting experts by any means, but you will be able to functionally cast most low-mid level spells to moderate power levels fairly reliably...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-15-2005, 06:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,800
Posted By Klutz
First of all, here's an excellent site for...

First of all, here's an excellent site for examining the pros & cons of the different attributes and development paths:

http://www.flamestryke.com/wizardry8/flamestrykes_w8.html

Go to "Char Dev...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-15-2005, 04:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,677
Posted By Klutz
Tip for improving the Artifacts skill: Don't use...

Tip for improving the Artifacts skill: Don't use the identify spell on large bundles of unidentified arrows, bolts, or even potions. For those types of items, split them up to individual items and...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 06-14-2005, 05:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,704
Posted By Klutz
Katanas and/or Flails are the better Kensai/Mage...

Katanas and/or Flails are the better Kensai/Mage weapons, usually dual-wielded. But Kensai/Mages are pretty disgusting with just about anything. Quarterstaff is a pretty good choice too. Since...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-07-2005, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 708
Posted By Klutz
Wow. Congrats!

Wow. Congrats!
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-06-2005, 06:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,246
Posted By Klutz
Zaalbar isn't bad at all if you get him good...

Zaalbar isn't bad at all if you get him good melee weapons. He has TONS of HP and fantastic strength, which means good melee accuracy as well as damage. His only real drawback is his horrible AC...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 06-01-2005, 02:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,211
Posted By Klutz
From a pure item collection standpoint, the...

From a pure item collection standpoint, the Goblins and a couple of bookshelves can randomly drop scrolls in the level 6-8 range: people have found Improved Mantle, Mordenkainen's Sword, Protection...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 06-01-2005, 02:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,543
Posted By Klutz
Worth playing. I had a good time, and have...

Worth playing. I had a good time, and have played it through about 2 1/2 times so far. The manual says this but it's worth re-emphasizing: talk lots to everyone. The NPC storylines are quite...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 05-27-2005, 02:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,706
Posted By Klutz
I'm a diehard dual-wielder, no question about...

I'm a diehard dual-wielder, no question about that. When you factor in the +1 attack ability of Belm, Kundane, and the Scarlet Ninja-To (for bards and thieves with UAI) and Improved Haste, the power...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 05-02-2005, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,040
Posted By Klutz
Brilliant. *APPLAUSE*

Brilliant.

*APPLAUSE*
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 05-02-2005, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,489
Posted By Klutz
They are not available from the Wiz7 Gorror...

They are not available from the Wiz7 Gorror chests, so you don't have that "easy" option to get 6. I'm pretty sure that there is just one, maybe two chests in Wiz7 from which the Elven Bow is a...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-29-2005, 03:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,221
Posted By Klutz
Kruin, the Githyanki Wild Mage. (The one who's...

Kruin, the Githyanki Wild Mage. (The one who's group accosts the party after returning from the Underdark.)

She was sent on a quest to recover the holiest of holy relics of the Githyanki: the...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 04-15-2005, 04:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,725
Posted By Klutz
I've gone several different ways on Bard...

I've gone several different ways on Bard development, but I've definitely settled on DEX always being the highest priority to max. After that, I balance stamina attributes (STR, VIT) with initiative...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-14-2005, 04:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,967
Posted By Klutz
Don't knock Scimitar either. Spectral Brand +...

Don't knock Scimitar either. Spectral Brand + Belm is a fantastic dual-wield combo: cold damage, level drain, main weapon upgrades to +5, and 4.5 APR. No mods needed. It's my favorite Jaheira TOB...
Forum: Miscellaneous Games (RPG or not) 04-13-2005, 11:43 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,551
Posted By Klutz
Correct. The Doubleshot Crossbow adds 1 extra...

Correct. The Doubleshot Crossbow adds 1 extra shot to each attack sequence your character gets, and the Tripleshot Crossbow adds 2 extra shots. So when your character's stats would normally dictate...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-13-2005, 11:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,517
Posted By Klutz
Korgan: - Better defense (full plate vs studded...

Korgan:
- Better defense (full plate vs studded leather for Valygar, despite only 15 DEX vs Valygar's 18)
- Better saving throws (Dwarf plus 19 con bonuses)
- Higher level (easier XP table)
-...
Forum: Baldurs Gate II: Shadows of Amn & Throne of Bhaal 04-08-2005, 06:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,311
Posted By Klutz
I seem to recall something about Viconia not...

I seem to recall something about Viconia not romancing Elves... can anyone confirm whether she will romance a Half-Elf?

Your F/M/T will max out in TOB with 8th level mage spells, so you'll have to...
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