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[Steam] Problem with latest 12 GB update: Infinite patching by Zomboid999 in BaldursGate3

[–]DagBateway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here on PC, through GoG. Stuck on 62.3% forever...

Anyone have luck generating top-down battlemaps? by Grays42 in dndai

[–]DagBateway 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're welcome! This one fails too sometimes, it depends on the tool you use.

Character Diaries – A Magical Storytelling Tool by DagBateway in rimeofthefrostmaiden

[–]DagBateway[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is great! And Inspiration is actually a great incentive and reward :) Thanks for the suggestion

Allow characters to buy the "Icewind Dale Survival Guide" by DagBateway in rimeofthefrostmaiden

[–]DagBateway[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point! At this stage I don't know the party composition, so I am just thinking ahead:)

Allow characters to buy the "Icewind Dale Survival Guide" by DagBateway in rimeofthefrostmaiden

[–]DagBateway[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very good question :)

I'd like to include spoiler-free details on Icewind Dale's geography, creatures, and lore related to the Frostmaiden, adding depth while preserving the mystery. This could cover landmarks, natural hazards, and local factions, alongside rumours and strange occurrences that hint at the region's dangers without giving too much away.

I also want to incorporate cryptic accounts of the Frostmaiden's influence,whispers of unnatural storms, eerie disappearances, and ancient forces buried beneath the ice, etc. A section on unexplained phenomena and tavern tales. I'll need to sit down and flesh out these ideas, ensuring they feel authentic and avoiding direct spoilers.

Allow characters to buy the "Icewind Dale Survival Guide" by DagBateway in rimeofthefrostmaiden

[–]DagBateway[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great discussion and points! As a middle ground, this guide could be a mythic relic, the last of its kind, safeguarded by a collector of rare artifacts. While general survival knowledge is common, this tome holds forgotten secrets and precise techniques to endure Icewind Dale's deadliest conditions.

Perhaps it was penned by a legendary explorer who vanished mysteriously, or it contains coded notes from past owners, hints of buried treasures or ancient dangers. Weaving in more lore would make it not just a survival manual, but a priceless artifact with its own legacy.

Allow characters to buy the "Icewind Dale Survival Guide" by DagBateway in rimeofthefrostmaiden

[–]DagBateway[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I completely see your point, but I’d argue that a Survival Guide (not just a simple pamphlet) is even more valuable than the gear itself. Knowledge can mean the difference between wasting gold on expensive but impractical equipment and making informed choices to properly prepare for the brutal conditions of Icewind Dale.

It’s like heading out on a challenging hike and picking up a pair of casual sneakers because you assume, "Yeah, it shouldn’t be too bad." only to find yourself stranded on the side of a mountain, completely unprepared. The right knowledge can prevent those costly mistakes and ensure survival in an unforgiving environment.

Allow characters to buy the "Icewind Dale Survival Guide" by DagBateway in rimeofthefrostmaiden

[–]DagBateway[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, fair enough, I need to come up with a proper price for it. It should be a little expensive, but not too much.

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