Looking for some Paladin Weapon Advise.

Orland · Post by **Orland** » Fri May 18, 2001 5:37 am

Hello Everyone,

Considering BG2's weapon skill system is more specific, I am wondering what is the best way for a paladin PC to go in weapons. I'm currently leaning towards the classic longsword and shield. But I keep looking at Carsomyr and there's something about the thought of building up towards a two-hand sword that, with the right skills has a speed of 1 that I can not shake off (really wish there was a one handed holy avenger sword).

So, I put it to you, which is better for a paladin: Longsword, Two Hander, or Other?

Appreciate the Help.

Manveru · Post by **Manveru** » Fri May 18, 2001 5:45 am

Try to find Lilarcor (two handed sword)

very funny weapon, especially for lawful good paladin !

koz-ivan · Post by **koz-ivan** » Fri May 18, 2001 5:46 am

i like using a combination of both two handers and longsword / shield.

it all depends on the situation, a weapon like daystar or flame tounge may be more useful in certain situations & vice versa.

(and some of the shields in this game are not to be overlooked)

Edwin · Post by **Edwin** » Fri May 18, 2001 5:47 am

With longsword you'll probably have more options to choose from.....

Bloodstalker · Post by **Bloodstalker** » Fri May 18, 2001 5:57 am

I am playing an undead hunter and went for two handed weapons.(Holy avenger). Just remember to put some points in the two handed weapon fighting style...it helps make up for the inability to wield a shield. I think it gives a boost to your AC. Of course being an undead hunter I also filled a slot so I could use the Mace of Disruption...hehe

triface · Post by **triface** » Fri May 18, 2001 6:48 am

When you have HA you dont need any other wepone it kills evereything . So i say go for HA

PaulDenton · Post by **PaulDenton** » Fri May 18, 2001 6:54 am

I found using HA boring since you have 50+ % magic resistance, couple that with cloak of mirroring, and that's what we called powergaming.

A longsword and a shield is the way to go. I would wield Daystar (or Equalizer) with Shield of Harmony. IMO, being a paladin itself is boring since you are so over-powered.

Edwin · Post by **Edwin** » Fri May 18, 2001 7:03 am

@Paul Denton: are you, by chance, a fan of Deus Ex????

I love that game....

Gyre · Post by **Gyre** » Fri May 18, 2001 11:30 am

I would say that, unless you're planning to add another paladin to your party (Keldorn), two-handed weapon proficiency and two-handed weapon style are the way to go. As indicated by the posts above, the Holy Avenger is the reason (and Lilarcor, which you can obtain early in Chap. 2, isn't bad either). Many of the weapons listed in the above posts are great, but some can't be obtained until fairly late in the game. The Equalizer, for example, can't be assembled until Chap. 6. The Holy Avenger on the other hand can be obtained in Chapter 2 or 3 (it's a tough fight, but it can be done). So Lilarcor and the Holy Avenger are two of the best weapons in the game and they can be used throughout most of its length.

Red Inquisition · Post by **Red Inquisition** » Fri May 18, 2001 11:36 am

I'm have an inquisitor with
** in longsword
** in flail(I think it's **)
** in dual weild
I must say he rocks and so far he only has longsword +1 and flail of ages. What longsword should i get?

Gyre · Post by **Gyre** » Fri May 18, 2001 11:45 am

Originally posted by Red Inquisition:
<STRONG>I'm have an inquisitor with
** in longsword
** in flail(I think it's **)
** in dual weild
I must say he rocks and so far he only has longsword +1 and flail of ages. What longsword should i get?</STRONG>

In the Windspear Hills dungeon you can get Dragonslayer. You'll also want to pick up Daystar.

However, I'd say that if you're playing an Inquisitor, you'll want to add that two-handed proficiency when you get the chance, so that you can use Holy Avenger. However, Dragonslayer comes in very handy in obtaining HA.

dragon wench · Post by **dragon wench** » Fri May 18, 2001 5:53 pm

As others have said. If you're looking for a weapon that unfailingly slices down it's target ensure that you can wield Carsomyr. I just witnessed Keldorn almost single-handedly defeat the black dragon with that blade.

PaulDenton · Post by **PaulDenton** » Fri May 18, 2001 6:33 pm

Originally posted by Edwin:
<STRONG>@Paul Denton: are you, by chance, a fan of Deus Ex????

I love that game....</STRONG>

Does Paul Denton look like my given name?

I love that game!!!

The Antichrist · Post by **The Antichrist** » Fri May 18, 2001 7:54 pm

you guys are forgetting another awesome 2H sword.....the vorpal sword!!its better than the Carsomyr....though the carsomyr is handy for taking out mages and such.

Brink · Post by **Brink** » Fri May 18, 2001 8:10 pm

For those thinking of dual-wielding,I'd recommend playing a ranger instead of a paladin

Anyway,the Vorpal Sword is indeed a powerful weapon (it's only a +3 weapon though,unlike the Carsomyr

) with it's ability to occasionally kill an enemy instantly.IMHO you should stick to two-handed swords if you're playing a paladin (Keldorn/Minsc wielding the Vorpal Sword while your PC wields the Carsomyr makes a deadly strike force

)

Miltiades · Post by **Miltiades** » Sun May 20, 2001 11:43 am

I play a paladin of tyr and wield a hammer, you can use it with a shield and, and you can get the hammer of thunder +3 early in chapter 2, and upgrade it to crom frayer later in the game i think its as good as the avenger, i have keldorn in my party so i let him use the Holy Avenger that way i have 2 really powerfull fighters, and the adition of anomen with the mace of disruption +2, to complte the evil fighting trio

so the hammer is a good alternative for paladins.