how should i start

cloud88 · Post by **cloud88** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 8:40 am

hi i`m new...never played bg2 and i wonder if anyone can give me some starter tips lika which class to take and stuff?

Yshania · Post by **Yshania** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 8:43 am

This is decision you would reallly have to make for yourself as it is your story!

You will get a lot of recommendations with a question like this! If you have a look in the downloads section of this board there is a file called "Riverwinds Guide To Character Classes"

I suggest you give it a go - it is very informative!

cloud88 · Post by **cloud88** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 8:46 am

ok thanks i just wonder 1 more thing...
where is the download section and how do i get to it?

cloud88 · Post by **cloud88** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 8:50 am

oki have read thatnow i think i want a fighter which race should i take to that?
someone whit good str right?

Paladin · Post by **Paladin** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:06 am

This all depends on what kind of Fighter you want. It seems as though you haven't played D&D before, which is fine. Choosing a warrior type class is a wise choice since they are a little easier to run. Those are: Fighter, Paladin, or Ranger. Look on this site for explanations of each and what they can do for you. As far as race goes, do the same, look into each of the races. If you are going for a pure fighter, Human, or Dwarf, even Half-Elves are good choices. Elf Ranger would be excellent too.

Bottom line is, do a little research and see what you want to 'Role-Play'.

Yshania · Post by **Yshania** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:08 am

You read it already?!?

There were over 40 pages - it took me ages!!!
(actually the deciding took me ages!)

Having never played a fighter I couldn't say from personal opinion.

From postings I have read, favorites seem to be Berserker, Monk and Undead Hunter.

Of those, I personally would take Undead Hunter - he has some cool immunities. You can pick up a couple of NPC berserkers in Minsc and Korgan if you wish. Just my opinion though!

Robin_Hood · Post by **Robin_Hood** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:19 am

You know, it depends on you. What you like to do. That's the whole deal. If u wanna be a druid, go ahead. It's up to you, my friend. My first class was Archer because I wanted to be Robin Hood

ColeFrost · Post by **ColeFrost** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:30 am

IMO Undead Hunter is a good choice for beginners.
Though i have never tried to play as one yet.

Jhareth of house Noquar · Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:36 am

The only class I'd suggest you DON'T take for your first time playing would be a straight Mage, or Sorceror. They are very powerful at high levels, but are more difficult to keep alive early in the game. All the classes will now gain amazing high level abilities, so you can't choose wrong...

gecko · Post by **gecko** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:38 am

Just compare the pros and cons. I played a Cavilier and adored his benifits. He also seemed to fit my playing style. Just play a char who you would think of yourself as. If you see yourself fighting evil (inquisitor) or going berserk everytime you see someone who's too tough (berserker) or even being a barehanded killer monk that's your decison.

I particularly saw myself slaying dragons and demons. I thought it was real fun to do what your character does best. Well, good luck and enjoy the game.

violence · Post by **violence** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 10:07 am

You want my opinion, you got it!

If you're playing a fighter, I reccomend the berserker kit. The berserker's enrage ability is excellent. Offering complete protection from most mind spells, including imprisonment (something you will find very annoying later on)

If you're playing a ranger, I reccomend the Archer kit. The complete ranged character package. Awesome with a good short/long bow. I reccomend short just becuase the two best bows (tuigan and gessen) are short bows.

If you're playing a paladin, I reccomend the Cavalier kit. Dragonslayer. While I don't particularly adore paladins the cavalier is IMO the best kit for the job

Craig · Post by **Craig** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 10:10 am

My opinon Berserker/cleric or a cleric(kit no minus exept alignment)

cloud88 · Post by **cloud88** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 12:27 pm

i thanks you guys for these tips.
i`m going to be a ranger whit archer kit.
i should take elf then right?
i read many books and elf`s are always
super`b whit bows it is so in the game to right?...
maybe robin hood?

Paladin · Post by **Paladin** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 3:02 pm

Exactly what mine is, an Elf Ranger/Archer. They are great. Elves get +1 to hit with long bows and long swords. make sure you up his DEX to 19 when you roll him.

Yshania · Post by **Yshania** » Fri Jun 22, 2001 4:35 pm

I took a Ranger through BG1 and gave her a Stalker kit in BG2. High dex is important...