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I have finally found the time to start playing Divinity: Original Sin 2, after finishing the first one last year.
I'm going to post about my run in this thread, comment on my impression of the game and might occasionally add some screenshots and a bit of storywriting. Some screenshots will be put into spoiler tags for easier reading and loading times.
Anyone is welcome to join and discuss or post their own game, and suggestions or advice are always appreciated.
I decided to choose one of the origin characters, because they have unique content in the story, and although some might prefer a custom character tailored to their preferences, I want to experience as much of the story as possible.
Difficulty setting is Tactician.
Meet Lohse!
"All my life I've been a performer, a musician; beloved and celebrated by all. But I have a secret: I'm also a playground for sprites and spirits and… worse. The voice that rings inside me now is darker than any that came before. Almost caused a bunch of my fans to rip each other to pieces… But you can trust me: I've got this under control. Step one: Find out who - or what - is trying to take control of my mind. Step two: Make it sorry it ever tried."
I've made her an Enchanter, because Hydrosophist and Aerotheurge were the abilities that I found most useful in the first game. She has the tags of Jester and Mystic, and those (same as her being Lohse, and human) can offer unique dialogue options beyond the usual replies.
I have only played the part on the ship and seen a bit of Fort Joy today.
My first impressions:
Amazing voice acting! From the narrator to the possible companions and minor characters, every dialogue is voiced, and they sound great!
Same as in the first game, there are little details to pick up or interact with in every room, endless ingredients and possibilities for crafting (which seems a bit less complicated than in DOS 1), and surfaces, barrels or other items to use to your advantage.
A fire surface between you and your escape and no rain spell learned? Throw a water barrel and walk through a steam cloud without getting burned.
Your enemy is standing in poison or oil? Throw a fire spell (or just pick up a candle) to ignite it.
I can't really judge all the possible recruitable companions yet. The Red Prince is hilarious in his arrogant nobility, but I'm not sure if I want to keep him as a companion. Ifan has a secret and doesn't talk much yet, but seems reliable, trustworthy and has a voice I could listen to all day. Sebille tried to kill me on sight, but I have an impression there's more to her than that and her skills are useful.
The others I have met only on the ship, Beast and Fane. Beast seemed nice enough, but Fane has a fascinating background story, so I hope I find him again soon.
I was a bit reckless picking my fights at close range when I was still going solo on the ship, so I died twice already. Stupid. Now that I have more people and skills to use, I hope to face the coming fights on my feet.
And, same as in the first game, I love the humor. The Jester tag gives Lohse the opportunity to answer with occasional quips, the special situations of Fane and the Red Prince lead to comical moments, and there are things that I haven't quite understood yet, like a squirrel with a bone helmet riding on a skeleton cat and following us around. I'm curious what's the matter with these. Ifan has the Pet Pal talent and can speak with animals, but they're not always willing to explain.
I'm going to post about my run in this thread, comment on my impression of the game and might occasionally add some screenshots and a bit of storywriting. Some screenshots will be put into spoiler tags for easier reading and loading times.
Anyone is welcome to join and discuss or post their own game, and suggestions or advice are always appreciated.
I decided to choose one of the origin characters, because they have unique content in the story, and although some might prefer a custom character tailored to their preferences, I want to experience as much of the story as possible.
Difficulty setting is Tactician.
Meet Lohse!
"All my life I've been a performer, a musician; beloved and celebrated by all. But I have a secret: I'm also a playground for sprites and spirits and… worse. The voice that rings inside me now is darker than any that came before. Almost caused a bunch of my fans to rip each other to pieces… But you can trust me: I've got this under control. Step one: Find out who - or what - is trying to take control of my mind. Step two: Make it sorry it ever tried."
I've made her an Enchanter, because Hydrosophist and Aerotheurge were the abilities that I found most useful in the first game. She has the tags of Jester and Mystic, and those (same as her being Lohse, and human) can offer unique dialogue options beyond the usual replies.
I have only played the part on the ship and seen a bit of Fort Joy today.
My first impressions:
Amazing voice acting! From the narrator to the possible companions and minor characters, every dialogue is voiced, and they sound great!
Same as in the first game, there are little details to pick up or interact with in every room, endless ingredients and possibilities for crafting (which seems a bit less complicated than in DOS 1), and surfaces, barrels or other items to use to your advantage.
A fire surface between you and your escape and no rain spell learned? Throw a water barrel and walk through a steam cloud without getting burned.
Your enemy is standing in poison or oil? Throw a fire spell (or just pick up a candle) to ignite it.
I can't really judge all the possible recruitable companions yet. The Red Prince is hilarious in his arrogant nobility, but I'm not sure if I want to keep him as a companion. Ifan has a secret and doesn't talk much yet, but seems reliable, trustworthy and has a voice I could listen to all day. Sebille tried to kill me on sight, but I have an impression there's more to her than that and her skills are useful.
The others I have met only on the ship, Beast and Fane. Beast seemed nice enough, but Fane has a fascinating background story, so I hope I find him again soon.
I was a bit reckless picking my fights at close range when I was still going solo on the ship, so I died twice already. Stupid. Now that I have more people and skills to use, I hope to face the coming fights on my feet.
And, same as in the first game, I love the humor. The Jester tag gives Lohse the opportunity to answer with occasional quips, the special situations of Fane and the Red Prince lead to comical moments, and there are things that I haven't quite understood yet, like a squirrel with a bone helmet riding on a skeleton cat and following us around. I'm curious what's the matter with these. Ifan has the Pet Pal talent and can speak with animals, but they're not always willing to explain.