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Solo Bard

Discussion in 'Icewind Dale 2' started by Shura, Aug 26, 2003.

  1. Shura Gems: 25/31
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    Hmmm...I just began this quest and am finding it extremely difficult, to say the least.

    Any ideas/suggestions, etc?

    I can't even get past the pallisade battle.
     
    Shura, Aug 26, 2003
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    More info about the bard whould be nice.
    What difficulty level are you playing with?
     
    Elvenblade, Aug 26, 2003
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    Yes, more info. :) Race, Alignment, Stats, Feats, spellselection, your style of play (fighting, thieving, spellcasting or a mix.)
     
    Faragon, Aug 26, 2003
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    Alright, human bard currently at level 6.
    Str 12, Dex 14, Con 10, Int 14, Wis 10, Cha 17 after Level 4.
    Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
    Spells: LV1-Charm Person, Sleep, Chromatic Orb, Lv2-Bull's Strength, Horror, Cat's Grace
    Feats: Luck of Heroes, Lingering Song, Weapon Finesse, Spell Focus: Enchantment.
    Weapons: Short sword/small shield, and heavy crossbow. No armor.
    Enough details?
     
    Shura, Aug 26, 2003
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    No, not enough details, what quest are you trying to complete?
     
    Kovalis Darkfire, Aug 26, 2003
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    [​IMG] If he's level 6, then surely he has completed most, since he's not past the Pallisade battle yet. I'd invest in some armour, perhaps just some leather to protect you. Armoured Arcana will help immensely if you can push yourself to 7th level. Ranged weapons are a must Shura, since a Bard cannot cut it in combat, not at level 6 anyway. (That is, unless you are Rp'ing and your valiantly poetic Minstrel strides toward the cowardly goblins with 'naugh but courage in his heart and fire in his eyes! *ahem*)
     
    Errol, Aug 26, 2003
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    A Bard is versatile in everything but melee combat, so don't try to go toe-to-toe with enemies. Since you're going solo, your best bet is to focus on healing, illusion, and summoning spells. Surrounding yourself with monsters is the best way to survive. Armored Arcana is a feat you shouldn't do without, and remember to max out your Concentration skill. Also, collect as many instruments as you can! The various instruments in IWD II are justification enough for playing a bard, and will definitely save a soloer.

    [ August 26, 2003, 19:46: Message edited by: knightlight ]
     
    knightlight, Aug 26, 2003
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    I would take one level of rogue to get the envenomed weapon feat (requirers 8 points in alchemy)
     
    Elvenblade, Aug 28, 2003
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