It’s been a long time since we’ve been this excited by a new PC release.

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    1 year ago

    It’s well deserved. I’m not a huge fan of turn-based combat but BG3 is phenomenally executed as an overall package. I’d play a non-combat dialogue and exploration version if I could!

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        I’m really trying to do more of this. When I first started BG3 I just attacked first out of habit, but I’ve now switched to an approach where - when I see something that may involve a fight - I move my party quietly into advantageous spots, then stroll in casually with my bard to strike up a conversation. Worst case scenario, I’m covered by the party, best case they emerge after the conversation wraps up.

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        1 year ago

        Genuine question as someone new to the DnD rulesets… can you complete a battle sequence without combat?

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          I have not seen a fight you can stop in the fight without using fighting. You can flee but the enemies are still there when you return.

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          At the living room table with your friends and a good human DM who is open minded? Absolutely.

          In BG3? I have actually come across a fair few boss encounters you can talk your way out of, but certain fights are unavoidable.

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          Do you mean in the tabletop DnD game? That’s going to be a big “depends.” Varies depending on what the GM (Gamemaster) is like and the party’s capabilities.