Trying to do a lone wolf run. EXP problem.

[Absolute Infinity of the Unknown]

Hello everyone.

Not a fan of team management + i fell in love with LoneWolf mode in DoS 2, so i am trying to re-create the same in BG3. The most comfortable "all included" lone wolf mod from nexus mods somehow doesn't work on my PC (of course), so i am re-assembling it with multiple other mods. All fixed and done EXCEPT for exp (to compensate lack of companions skills, since BG3 wasn't designed also for solo run unlike DoS2.

It seems like i simply don't get how exactly should EXP mods be installed. If anyone feels like he/she has nothing better to do atm, i would be so thankful for explaining me how it must be done.

The main idea:
1) i am not a tryhard
2) i don't want to read guides
3) i don't want to know how to do things in a perfect way
4) but i still want to play without party while not struggling for not knowing the "important" stuff. The "i am alone, and they are many" challenge is already enough for me and i don't pretend to be the cool gamer.

[id795078477]

Lone wolf isn't really an option unless you're up to self-balancing at which point it's not so much "lone wolf" as it is "anything goes". The main issue you'll encounter is:

-- You won't really be a "lone wolf" unless you're willing to murder some companions who're forced on you. Also Withers appears out of aether regardless of what you do
-- You will hit level cap all the same, so I don't get why XP is an issue. And regardless of how many characters you have, XP granted is the same in BG3


If you want to circumvent the second point you'll need a mod that uncaps the level which means you will need also mods that add content after level 12, like 5e spells (up to level 9 spells) and so on. Right now at this very moment - you will also want to not have your game updated to the latest hotfix since as usual that broke a lot of mods and they weren't yet updated.

[surreptitious]

Dont be a wuss , solo it

[ULTRA]

Just put 3 levels into thief, 1 into fighter, pick up everything remotely explosive that you find, farm giant elixirs and good luck with your fitness goals in 2023

[Deviant]

Originally posted by id795078477:

Lone wolf isn't really an option unless you're up to self-balancing at which point it's not so much "lone wolf" as it is "anything goes". The main issue you'll encounter is:

-- You won't really be a "lone wolf" unless you're willing to murder some companions who're forced on you. Also Withers appears out of aether regardless of what you do
-- You will hit level cap all the same, so I don't get why XP is an issue. And regardless of how many characters you have, XP granted is the same in BG3


If you want to circumvent the second point you'll need a mod that uncaps the level which means you will need also mods that add content after level 12, like 5e spells (up to level 9 spells) and so on. Right now at this very moment - you will also want to not have your game updated to the latest hotfix since as usual that broke a lot of mods and they weren't yet updated.

people doing lonewofl with any class in bg3 atleast on tactician

[id795078477]

Originally posted by Deviant:

people doing lonewofl with any class in bg3 atleast on tactician

I never even hinted about the difficulty now, did I? With the game imbalance as it is, HM is walk in the park even solo when you "build it right". But OP's question wasn't about that at all..

[Absolute Infinity of the Unknown]

Originally posted by id795078477:

If you want to circumvent the second point you'll need a mod that uncaps the level which means you will need also mods that add content after level 12, like 5e spells (up to level 9 spells) and so on.

Yes, i did expand the lvl cap and added mods which compliment the new lvl cap. So i would really like to know how to install exp mods properly to get all the shiny spells asap.

Originally posted by id795078477:

you will also want to not have your game updated to the latest hotfix since as usual that broke a lot of mods and they weren't yet updated.

Oh, lemme guess, i can't undo it?

[id795078477]

Originally posted by Кем мы стали?:

Originally posted by id795078477:

If you want to circumvent the second point you'll need a mod that uncaps the level which means you will need also mods that add content after level 12, like 5e spells (up to level 9 spells) and so on.

Yes, i did expand the lvl cap and added mods which compliment the new lvl cap. So i would really like to know how to install exp mods properly to get all the shiny spells asap.

Originally posted by id795078477:

you will also want to not have your game updated to the latest hotfix since as usual that broke a lot of mods and they weren't yet updated.

Oh, lemme guess, i can't undo it?

You can. If you use steam depot system you can do it. But it won't be quick.

Hint for the future:
1. Disable automatic updates on any game you're modding
2. Don't launch the game through steam
3. Keep backups of your configs / user-created files (or use mod managers)

[~New.BabYLoN~]

Currently playing LoneWolf on Tactician Mode.
After Act 1 i was lvl 7 and a half.
I'm in a Gauntlet of Shar, lvl 9, multiclassed into 6 Sorcerer, 2 Warlock, 1 Fighter (will go 4 Fighter eventually).
Gear: The Spellsparkler, Darkfire Shortbow, Adamantine Shield, Marksmanship Hat, Thunderskin Cloak, Potent Robe, Daredevil Gloves, Boots of Stormy Clamour, Spineshudder Amulet, Callous Glow Ring and Coruscation Ring.
I'm going for an Eldritch Blast crit build. If you play ranged and with Darkness spell as a defense if pretty much doable (at least for now).
Don't know about mods, but I think the exp is well balanced.

[Absolute Infinity of the Unknown]

Originally posted by ~New.BabYLoN~:

Currently playing LoneWolf on Tactician Mode.
After Act 1 i was lvl 7 and a half.
I'm in a Gauntlet of Shar, lvl 9, multiclassed into 6 Sorcerer, 2 Warlock, 1 Fighter (will go 4 Fighter eventually).
Gear: The Spellsparkler, Darkfire Shortbow, Adamantine Shield, Marksmanship Hat, Thunderskin Cloak, Potent Robe, Daredevil Gloves, Boots of Stormy Clamour, Spineshudder Amulet, Callous Glow Ring and Coruscation Ring.
I'm going for an Eldritch Blast crit build. If you play ranged and with Darkness spell as a defense if pretty much doable (at least for now).
Don't know about mods, but I think the exp is well balanced.

That's the thing. I know 0 stuff about BG3 and exp boost is my insurance in case of "uh-oh, i have built a pile of **** instead of a proper char"

[Absolute Infinity of the Unknown]

Originally posted by id795078477:

Originally posted by Кем мы стали?:

Yes, i did expand the lvl cap and added mods which compliment the new lvl cap. So i would really like to know how to install exp mods properly to get all the shiny spells asap.


Oh, lemme guess, i can't undo it?

You can. If you use steam depot system you can do it. But it won't be quick.

Hint for the future:
1. Disable automatic updates on any game you're modding
2. Don't launch the game through steam
3. Keep backups of your configs / user-created files (or use mod managers)

thank you very much <3

[jonnin]

make a list of things you want.
some thoughts:
gith race is very powerful. It lets you play any class with medium armor and greatswords or long swords, which is the least of its perks. It also gives you the jump and misty step spells as abilities, and a powerful ability to have proficiency with every single skill in the game (not all at the same time, so you need to plan your activities around sleep cycles, like today pick locks and tomorrow talk to people). There are other powerful races .. resist fire (tief) with paladin damage spells, or advantage on most save throws (gnomes) and so on. Your race is a big part of such an attempt, so consider carefully what you are getting.

background is also important. While the gith may let you do it all, they still will want some skills active all the time. For example, charlatan is really good, letting you talk your way out of things (deception) & open locks. Pick something that makes a difference in the game; history or religion or stuff like that has near 0 impact while opening locks, talking, sneaking, etc may be things you do all day, every day.

from there, its picking a multiclass build that will actually work. I highly suggest powerful ranged damage and some sort of escape strategy (misty step (can be from item), or warlocks get one free mid game, invisible (many items), or even double/triple dash (rogue)).

[seeker1]

Originally posted by Кем мы стали?:

If you want to circumvent the second point you'll need a mod that uncaps the level which means you will need also mods that add content after level 12, like 5e spells (up to level 9 spells) and so on.

If you're using the Unlock Level Curve mod, there's another optional add-on mod from the same page which can be used to alter the XP progression curve - you can't hit 20 without that XP adjuster.

BTW, the 5E spells mod adds additional spells, but still only up to 6th level spells. No higher. They don't exist in the game, or this mod. (Pathfinder 2E spells has 7th and 8th level spells. I can't get them to work, but good luck if you can.)

There are mods that are incompatible with HF 17, BTW, but none of them are level curve or XP adjustment mods. Just FYI. I personally have never frozen the version of my game and I have dozens of mods.

Most of my issues come from the so-called "BG3 Mod Fixer," but, anyhoo. I'd even have my solution if Norbyte would give me a solid.

[Absolute Infinity of the Unknown]

Ight folks, EXP mod was working all this time, thanks for advices anyway.

[Vimy]

I murdered all the companions and finished the game playing a Rogue sharpshooter, it was super fun.

[Adam]

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