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Semaj

Discussion in 'Baldur's Gate (Classic)' started by Maettt Flaqq, Mar 17, 2004.

  1. Maettt Flaqq Gems: 2/31
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    We know something of where Tazok and Angelo sprang from, but who is this mysterious mage?
     
    Maettt Flaqq, Mar 17, 2004
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    Someone once said that Semaj is James spelt backwards, James being one of the game designers. I don't know if this is true or not but it might well be.
     
    david w, Mar 17, 2004
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    Baronius Mental harmony dispels the darkness ★ SPS Account Holder Veteran

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    The first part of your statement is apparently true :D , and I suppose the second one as well, since a lot of people worked on the game. But I have not heard about any connection between the name and its source of inspiration either, so I cannot say anything about that.
    One thing is sure: they like to create new names by reversing existing ones (see Koveras in Candlekeep)
     
    Baronius, Mar 18, 2004
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    The lead designer is called "James" Ohlen and he also co-designed the core of the game.

    Of course, that might just be coincidence.
     
    david w, Mar 18, 2004
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    people who make baldurs gate types of games leave nothing to coincedence, it would be a rare thing indeed if he did not mean for it to be this way.\


    by the way kinda off topic but, this is like fizban and zifnab, dragonlance vs......... can't remember other books names.
     
    cadderly, Mar 20, 2004
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    It'll probably turn out the graphics designer has a girlfriend called Sarevok. :p
     
    david w, Mar 20, 2004
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