Just added this mod which restores a neck-bite kiss intended for Lord Astarion into his pool of kisses.
Love it! ❤️
https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/17986?tab=description
Was really supposed to be rescuing a certain druid from a certain shapeshifter in this session... but got distracted...
Finished Astarion's quest for the 4th time, but only just noticed this detail in the spawn dormitory. Entering the room on this run I started wondering which of the six bunks Astarion had slept in, so I had a closer look and noticed that the bottom bunk in the middle has no sheet like the others.
Do you guys think that this might have been Astarion's bunk?
I never got this in my first 2 playthroughs because Orin always came and interrupted at the end - now I make sure she doesn't.
I am thinking of starting a new run playing as Astarion Origin and I'd appreciate your thoughts on how best to do Astarion's character justice and make the kind of choices he would make in the game.
I've never done an origin run before and probably wouldn't attempt this one but for two reasons: 1) I really love the character and would like to experience the game from his POV (although I don't know exactly how much more content you get from this, or how much you lose; 2) I'd like to experience one of the other romances but honestly, after several playthroughs as Tav/Durge, I am still unable to romance anyone but Astarion, so I figure that the only way I can do this is to actually play as him!
In terms of Astarion's approvals and disapprovals, I feel like I understand the logic or motivations behind most of them pretty well. But there are many instances throughout the game where he's totally neutral or indifferent, so I am wondering what he would do in those situations.
If you've got any advice for me, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!! ❤️☺️
This mod by Revolution Scribe is a must
https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/19432?tab=description
There is even a slightly different animation for Spawn or Ascended Astarion. First clip is Spawn (love that little head thing he does), second is Ascended 🥰🥰
https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/22447?tab=description
I just installed this mod and it is beautiful. A big shout-out to Revolution Scribe who created it. They have made my day!
Last night I finished Astarion's personal quest again, this time going for his good 'remain spawn' ending.
Now, the graveyard scene in vanilla is lovely, but it has two problems which have always bothered me, and this mod fixes both of them.
First there is a bug at the beginning where the dialogue options come in too soon and spoil the the part where Astarion tidies his grave. Second is the part when the love making begins - Astarion just starts kissing you and then the scene fades away. I'm not after anything explicit, but a few extra seconds in the scene would have been nice and more immersive.
So yesterday, after going through the graveyard scene and feeling a tad disappointed, I immediately did a search on Nexus to see if anyone had made a mod to give us some extra shots and angles at the end. I have used the 'Leg Thing' mod in the past, and that is great, but I didn't like the camera angle too much. The leg hook part is shown from above and feels a little distant. But Revolution Scribe has chosen some really beautiful angles for this scene and these maintain the feeling of intimacy.
I really recommend this mod!! ❤️❤️❤️
Holy fuck! How the bloody fucking hell I stumbled into this fucked up fuckfest of a subreddit I haven't a fucking clue. But fuck it all, I've joined. And I'm fucking lovin' it. So to you all you fellow fuckers out there, have a fantastic fucking day!!
Two bards, a sorcerer and a warlock. I like charisma based characters!
Very late to this. I'm on my fourth playthrough and I've finally let my Durge sleep with the Emperor. I always chickened out before. But since in this run I don't have Lae'zel with me, and I'll be ignoring the 'free Orpheus' quest line and just siding with the Emperor, I though it made sense to try it.
I was pleasantly surprised. Aside from the manipulation aspect of the Emperor and that fact that, yes, it was a little weird, the scene was well done. (It's not everyday you get to sleep with a squid guy). And the Astral Plane location was really beautiful.
Still, I'm not sure what impact it has on the story, the endgame and the aftermath. I'm guessing not much.
I am also tempted to go back and reload because even though it's just a game, I hate the idea of having cheated on my romanced companion!
What are your thoughts? Do you love it or hate it?
For me it's misty step and invisibility. I always make sure that everyone in the party can do these, either through spell casting, equipment that gives you those spells, or scrolls and potions. They've helped me sail through lots of areas.
I also like glyph of warding and wall of fire for taking out multiple enemies at once.
Globe of invulnerability is great for endgame when you're party is waiting to get through the final portal to the brain. Otherwise, I've never used it.
And of course, healing spells are important. In difficult areas Astarion is often the last one standing, so I always give him the Amulet of Restoration so he can cast healing word and mass healing on everyone.
For my main character I always go for a high charisma class. I've done two playthroughs as a bard, one as a sorcerer and currently I'm doing a warlock run. I don't fancy playing as a paladin because of the religious aspect, though it does look great for a deeper role playing experience.
For me the bard was so fun and versatile. You get some great spells and can be a weapons master, too. I'm having a similar experience as a warlock, and in terms of lore and character background, I prefer it.
The sorcerer was cool story-wise but not my favourite for spells and skills.
Yeah, for me it's a toss up between bard and warlock.