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You can romance Aerie (as well as Jaheira and Viconia), and in Throne of Bhaal, she can even have a child if you play long enough (the Paladin will want to baptize the child, the Druid can be the midwife, etc.). I'm not sure what class is required (maybe any race will do, I don't know). Also, a bard-tiefling can romance her, and you'll meet him later. Just so you know. Anomen wants to join the Order of Paladins, and his quest will help him do that (by the way, a female protagonist can romance him). Regarding the similarities, I read comments about him. They say he's trying to convince himself of his goodness more than he's trying to convince others. Something like that. Unfortunately, I haven't played with him, so I can't say anything. But later, we'll have a Paladin, and I like him. He's like an old warrior. I think you'll like him too. By the way, here's some more: BG1 Have Minsk, Dynaheir, and Edwin in your party at the same time. Since Edwin wants Dynaheir dead, Minsk becomes unfriendly and withdrawn. Viconia and Kivan have a very complicated relationship, and Viconia also has a very "warm" relationship with Xan. Take Yeslick and Kagain in your party to see how different dwarves can be. Yeslick despises Kagain. Safana and Coran. Coran will shamelessly flirt with Safana, and she, in turn, will reject him, which is quite amusing. Quayle and Tiax. They don't have much love for each other. Quite funny. Faldorn and Jaheira have a tense relationship because they belong to opposing druidic faiths. Take Eldoth, Sky, and Garrick and watch the love triangle unfold. Go for it! Xzar and Montaron vs. Jaheira and Khalid - if the former find out that the latter are Arfists. BG2 Only conflicts are described here. Valygar – Edwin Minsk – Edwin Keldorn – Viconia Keldorn – Edwin Keldorn – Anomen (if Anomen fails the test to join the Order) Aerie – Coran (not fatal, but one of them will have to be kicked out of the party) Aerie – Viconia (Viconia will make fun of Aerie until you kick Viconia out, or Aerie leaves the party herself) Aerie – Jaheira (Jaheira snaps at the silly Aerie. With proper dialogue management by the player, they will reconcile; otherwise, Jaheira will force the player to choose: her or Aerie) Aerie – Anomen (if Anomen fails the test to join the Order, not fatal. In the latter case, Aerie may get hit on the head with a mace and will slow down the whole game, which is extremely unpleasant.) Protagonist – Haer'Dalis (Haer'Dalis will hit on Aerie. If the protagonist wants to maintain a romance with her, Haer'Dalis must be kicked out)

Not at all necessary. This is true for a company of half a dozen people, one of whom doesn't understand anything from the conversation, but not for two.

But there are cases when the interests of another person are not able to interest you (sorry for the tautology), for example, few girls will want to discuss Warhammer (a bad example, I know). Therefore, it is better to have common interests as well.

By the way, about BG2:
Did you know that fans are creating a conversion of BG2 into Dragon Age? Moreover, the companions look very similar to their portraits (and not only them), but only the first chapter is ready so far.

I know, I saw it in the FR group on VKontakte.

I don't know who you need to be (maybe any race will do, I don't know). Also, a tiefling bard can get involved with her, whom you will meet later. Just for your information.

And also Minsk, he can also be with Neera, or even, if I'm not mistaken, with the Chosen One, if she is a sorceress.

Aerie – Viconna (Viconia will make fun of Aerie until you kick Viconia out, or Aerie leaves the party herself)

By the way, I only took Aerie with me for this reason, because the winged fool is very annoying.

Protagonist – Haer'Dalis (Haer'Dalis will flirt with Aerie. If the protagonist wants to maintain a romance with her, then you need to kick Haer'Dalis out)

First, have a romance with Aerie, then take Haer'Dalis into the party, then he is doomed to fail, but he will remain in the group, just don't duel with him.

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I know, I saw it in an FR group on VKontakte.

And I have a more reliable source, from Nexus.

Novels aren't very interesting (although I didn't have them in Heroes of Might and Magic), I prefer watching how party members chat or sort things out. It immediately creates a sense of liveliness, rather than just mindlessly moving around with six NPCs that you only fight with.

The novels aren't very interesting.

Viconia is interesting.

It immediately creates a sense of liveliness, rather than just aimlessly wandering around with six NPCs, who are the only ones you fight.

Icewind Dale

The word "zamutit'" in this context is only used by fools.

But there are cases when the interests of another person are not of interest to you (I apologize for the tautology), for example, few girls would want to discuss Warhammer (a bad example, I know). Therefore, it is better if there are also common interests.

In this case, it is easier and better to switch to another topic of conversation. It is much easier and better than in a company of half a dozen people, only one of whom does not understand what is being said.

I completed the entire first Baldur's Gate with Edwin and Branwen, and I don't regret it.
I completed the entire first Baldur's Gate with Imoen and Kagain, and I don't regret it.
I completed the entire first Baldur's Gate with Minsk, and I deeply regret it; never repeat my mistake, Neebo.

Also, I'm currently thinking - should I take the dwarf from the seedy tavern? He seems to be a fighter who excels in combat. But who should I replace? The noblewoman, the Chinese man, or Jaheira? Oligophren-Minsk, despite my dislike for him, must stay; he fires four shots per round and can carry a lot. I will probably replace the druid. I like her voice acting and toughness, but her portrait, unfortunately, evokes a primal disgust, and her effectiveness in battle is somewhat selective.

Regarding his resemblance, I read comments about him. They say that he is more trying to convince himself of his goodness than others. Something like that. Unfortunately, I haven't played with him and can't say anything.

He is lawful-neutral and speaks of honor, justice, and the destruction of evil. Goodness is not the point here. And also, he is, in general, a jerk, but so far not that bad, and the voice acting is good.

But who will they replace? A noblewoman or a Chinese character?

Spoiler:
You can lose the Chinese character later in the story if you take him somewhere.

ALL KOREANS ARE TRAITORS
I think I read this somewhere a long time ago; it's a shame he's being polite.

I don't remember how, but I played through the game without the Chinese character, i.e., without a thief at all (until Imoen was rescued). He actually dies only to free up a spot for Imoen. As for Jaheira, it's better to leave her for now. There will be quests with her, but Minsc is completely unnecessary. Unless you need him as a powerful fighter, but are we trying to min-max? You can also kick out Yoshimo (although there is a quest, but it can be done quickly), because a noblewoman can quite easily pick locks, or vice versa, keep him because your main character is a mage. And the dwarf from the tavern will give you a quest, which I figured out how to complete (I couldn't do it before =\). And he is considered the best warrior in the game because he has five points invested in axes. But the bastard is evil and will leave without a second thought if you have high reputation. Edwin also tries to leave, but I talked to him somehow and always managed to persuade him to stay. So he stayed with me until the end.

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Kagain - is that the greedy dwarf merchant? I don't like him.

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I want to take a look at Kivan and maybe Coran, but I don't know who to replace them with.

a little plan, hehe

What kind of idiot would put Dak'kon's sword among the items, when it was explicitly stated in the lore that only Dak'kon himself can wield it, otherwise the sword will simply turn to dust? But then again, it's BioWare - what can you expect?

So, as I understand it, his quest is to spy on a rival guild for a local boss? I was actually planning to do that today. He's good because he can unlock doors, disarm traps with 100% success, and move around invisibly. Although, I already have a cat for scouting, but I appreciated the backstab on the troll and his instant death from a trap. But yeah, he's mostly just a replacement for the noblewoman, as she has no skills developed. Over time...

Yes, he's the owner of the company. A businessman. He's not greedy or a profiteer; he just prefers gold. Unlike many fantasy adventurers, he doesn't mask his motivation with something pseudo-noble. And again, I like his voice acting and portrait. He's also sincere, not easily offended, and not a self-righteous lawful-evil character, and you "can rely on him." It was a little difficult at times; he sometimes argued with someone good, but it was okay.

Korana

Well, you get the idea, lol.

By the way, in the second Baldur's Gate, you encounter characters from the first game (excluding Jaheira, Minsc, Edwin, Viconia, and Imoen, whom you can invite to your party). You can also meet Garrick, Ajantis, Tiax, Xan (during training), Kzar, and Montaron, and you've already met Que'll in the circus. You can also find Safana with Koran. I don't remember if they all recognize you or not...]

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You get the idea, lol.

Well, darn, it says so on the website, but I haven't encountered him in the game yet =\

Quayle

What is this? Is he some kind of creepy uncle? Was he available for hire? I don't remember dwarves in the first game; I saw him and forgot about him.
And I met Khazra and got a quest from him; I would have taken him into my group, by the way. It's a shame you can't.
Branwen is also available for training there. I lament the inability to travel with her in this game. I really liked her; she was a noble, Aryan maiden. I would always travel with her. Especially magnificent in comparison to that black elf scum.