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I don't have any specific problems. As I said, I'm proficient at the IE games --having played them for 16 years. Just interested in different tactics and what the word is on optimal strategeries after PJ's statements. I only resort to cheese tactics for when I absolutely have to. That being said, I'll try out the reactive playstyle on future play throughs. Getting off topic, and I see the other IWD thread now. ... Obsidian rules!

Generally speaking, I found the sweet spot at mid levels (7-10). When things got tough, I cheesed monster summoning and used the entangle/spiderweb and fireball/cloudkill combos along with missiles weapons. Hated, hated the drudgery that was high level mage battles that became counter spell tedium. I'm proficient but it wasn't fun as it became too mechanical. Other than that, I just preferred to freestyle my way through for 16 years, trying different tactics for the hell of it.

May as well request a Compendium of All Things IE, Grognard's Edition.

Can anyone point me out to the Official Communty Approved Grognard's Manual on how to PROPERLY play Icewind Dale?

Looking forward to some of the components for this mod!

There aren't any class based restrictions for weapons or armor. Either Priests or Paladins can play to your described archetype, with the former being more of a support spellcaster and the latter, a martial-inclined buffer. The Chanter also works as a strong support buffer as well, if you want to go more unconventional.

It's already an immediate improvement over Shield. Plus, I'm a sucker for period pieces.

The Pistons were 5-23 when SVG waived Josh Smith and absorbed his albatross of a contract. They win their next five. Tonight they played against the World Champs and were down 1 with 8 seconds left -Spurs ball. Then this happens. 0.1 seconds left. What does SVG tell his guys? Classic NSFW. "WE JUST FORM A F****** WALL!" They now have more wins in 6 games then they had the previous 28. Has addition by subtraction ever been this effective? What.a.season.

Companions will have their own discrete portraits.

That's horrible! Top ramen must be al dente. And then drained and pan fried with sesame oil, served with fried egg and whatever appropriate leftovers are available, and then garnished with crispy fried shallots.

http://youtu.be/g1QCbXCezNc

Is one supposed to be impressed?

That's pretty much my take. I played it when it was new, and I've made attempts a 2nd time, but epic-level AD&D just isn't much fun and the cheese really starts to stink after a couple days. Yep. Although in my case, I never was able to finish it. Tried three separate times but the epicness bored me.

I think Josh had this as his inspiration for the ranger archetype. http://youtu.be/XZFbQwCsGPQ

Will be keeping this on my radar.

Whether it's 14 seconds or 10 seconds, you should aggressively go for the steal or foul either way when you are down one. One of the more I tersting debates this season is whether the Lakers are better with or without Kobe on the floor. http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2014/12/29/7456595/kobe-bryant-lakers-stats-shooting-hurting-mystery No Kobe argument: -Kobe doesn't play D. -Kobe is the worst hi-volume chucker in the league. -Kobe doesn't practice with the team anymore, and so he disrupts organized sets. Pro Kobe: http://youtu.be/TU-BGoQ65zw

From last night's game. LOLs @ Kobe and Lin. In Lin's defense, he yelled at Byron Scott asking whether he should foul. Scott said no, Lin yelled asking again and Scott still said no. Bizarre coaching/tactics.

I still have the feeling that Cleveland is going to turn it around. Never count out Lebron. But it would make for good sports talk radio if Lebron were to bounce. ... Warriors - Raptors play tonight. My prediction:

Getting around to playing Dvinity: Original Sin to see what all the hubbub is about. Combat is super fun. Art style is meh.

Time to unleash the Lebron Conspiracy Brigade. http://www.reddit.com/r/nba/comments/2qxt0i/listen_to_this_link_carefully_did_lebron_say_to/

"Is there one-handed Pistols / Dual'Guns ?" You won't be able to dual wield pistols. Firearms also take a long time to reload. Additionally, in the game world, guns haven't spread into the mainstream as massed-produced infantry weapons. Don't think anyone has of yet invented the volley fire drill.

Posted from Jim Harbaugh's son's Facebook account. He later claimed he got hacked. This may be a long read, but it will be worth it. I promise. By all I'm sure you've all heard the news that we won't be back in SF next season. My dad was told the Monday following the loss in Seattle that he would not be back in 2015. I wish you could've been told then. It obviously wasn't my place to break the news. I know there have been months of rumors and speculation leading up to this over the course of a year so I just want to make sure you all know the whole story. You need to first realize that my dad loved this city and team. He chose to coach here for a reason 3 years ago. He believed they could go far. It's why leaving is so difficult. You also need to know that he would've stayed if he could have. Unfortunately, he wasn't given such an option, and was disappointed by that. There have been hundreds of reports from journalists each with varying reasons on why he was leaving/what the locker room atmosphere was like. Those people know nothing more than the average person about what goes on behind closed doors. They're in the business of looking for drama and stirring up controversy. I can't blame them. It's in their job description. That being said, I've yet to see a single article that truly depicted the real story. Last summer a story came out about a potential head coach trade with the Cleveland Browns. If that seemed like it came out of left field for you, it did for us too. It was brought up by someone in the Browns front office who we knew, but it was a one sided conversation. The idea wasn't even entertained. Yet the media fed off of it, and created a story line where there was no story, and thus, we came into the current season with questions regarding my dads future with the team. Like the trade rumors, reports of locker room discontent also came as a shock. Nothing I saw in 3 years of being at the facility, on the team plane, and in the locker room at games ever even suggested anything of the sort. I don't care to point fingers because in the end it doesn't really matter who planted the rumors. The mere fact that they existed is enough.All I'll say is it wasn't a player or analyst as most have said. Look up what happened with Jimmy Johnson and the Cowboys for reference. This is a talented team, and I believe they can still win. Injuries plagued us in a year that could've been special. The fans have sometimes forgotten that, and placed too much unnecessary criticism on the players we did have that stepped up or played through injury. However, there are still deep rooted problems in SF that need to be fixed to win the sixth Super Bowl. I'll just list a few of them to make this brief. The front office We were aware and were told about the reputation of the teams front office when we came...we are well aware now. Stadium There was no consistent home field advantage at Levi's stadium this year. I desperately wanted there to be one, but honestly, if I were on any other team, I'd love to play against our team there. You can blame the design, but it really starts with the fans. If you ever want to win at home next year and beyond YOU HAVE TO STAY IN YOUR SEATS IN THE SECOND HALF AND BE LOUD THE WHOLE TIME, NOT JUST ON THIRD DOWN WHEN THE TEAM IS AHEAD. It was dead silent at times when the opposing team was on offense. Trust me, u despised teams like the Seahawks and Saints, but their fans are loud from start to finish. They really do make an impact. It's possible here too. Keep Frank Gore No one wants to win/cares as much about football as much as Frank. He was my favorite player on the team. Sign him. The front office We were aware and were told about the reputation of the teams front office when we came...we are well aware now. I have respect for everyone there don't get me wrong, but I don't feel the season needed to end this way. Lastly I just want everyone to think before you point fingers and blindly just throw criticism around. Everyone in the 49er organization had the same record for the past 3 years. Winning or losing is a team effort, and can never be put on a single person. All of this stuff you've been saying around around about the unwillingness to fire assistant coaches leading to us leaving and my dad losing interest to coach just isn't true. He fought with maximum effort and intensity till the very end. I always tell my dad about the good things you all have to say. Your support doesn't go unnoticed. I wish you all the best and I hope the team be successful in the future for the sake of the fans. This city deserves it. Thank you for a four amazing years. WHOS GOT IT BETTER THAN US?

Arquebus, blunderbuss, and pistol.

Co-signed.

It's confirmed. Looks like Jim Harbaugh is going back to Ann Arbor. Would have been very intriguing if he were to take the Raiders job instead.