Romantic Encounters MOD for Baldur's Gate II Version 4 A Gibberlings Three Mod http://www.gibberlings3.net Contents I. Introduction II. Installation III. General Information 0. Aerie, Anomen, Jaheira and Viconia React to Romantic Encounters 1. Storms and Lightning (Weathermistress Ada) 2. Aimi's Magic 3. Anishai's Deft Hands 4. An Evening with Aran 5. Bjornin's Desire 6. Bodhi's Allure 7. Trademeet with Guildmistress Busya 8. The Gambling Cambion 9. Chanelle's Gifts 10. A Night with Coran 11. Cyric's Test 12. A Tryst with a Pirate Lord (Desharik) 13. A Lonely Nymph 14. Edwin's Softer Side 15. Eldoth' Exploits 16. Elhan's Expansion 17. Firkraag's Unsheathed Sword 18. Gaelan's Contract 19. A Walk with Garren Windspear 20. Enter Haer'Dalis 21. Hendak's Heart 22. Ilona, a Merchant's Daughter 23. Jarlaxle's Fascinations 24. A Night with Lais in Imnesvale 25. Laran's Promise 26. The Love Song of Logan, Lord Coprith 27. Mekrath and Nymphology 28. Mira's Special Stock 29. Noober Returns 30. Rebecca the Gypsy 31. Renal Bloodscalp: A Dangerous Affair 32. Old Ribald's Speciality 33. Sir Ryan Trawl 34. Saemon, a Pirate 35. Dreaming of Sendai 36. Sheri the Bardess 37. Solaufein in the Lust Chambers 38. Phaere's Reward (Talak, pleasure slave) 39. Spell Research with Teos 40. A Fling with Yoshimo 41. Isabelle's Fears 42. Anne's Rescue 43. The Queen 44. Valygar Romance 45. Rehearsal with Chandra 46. Goldander Blackenrock: After a Party 47. A Chat with Viekang 48. Bravery or Folly? (Sarevok) 49. Blame the Moon (Cernd) 50. Cernick's Confession IV. Frequently Asked Questions V. Credits VI. Version History VII. Legal Information ---------------- 1. Introduction ---------------- Romantic Encounters MOD for Baldur's Gate II (RE for short) is an add-on for the game Baldur's Gate II, with or without the Throne of Bhaal expansion pack. Romantic possibilities are endless. It could be a bit of flirting. Or several. Some innuendo. A lovers' quarrel. A one-night stand. Or even several nights together - with a 'morning after' and without. A dream. Or something else? We are attempting to give the protagonist of the game Baldur's Gate II these opportunities. Some of the encounters are not explicit(PG-13, teen content), some have adult content. ---------------- 2. Installation ---------------- Make sure that you have obtained and installed the latest official Bioware patch. Install the patch BEFORE installing any unofficial modifications. To save you time and effort, it is recommended to backup dialog.tlk, chitin.key, baldur.ini, bgmain.exe and override directory before installing any mods. This way, you can restore your "clean install" in seconds by deleting weidu.log, dialog.tlk, chitin.key, baldur.ini, bgmain.exe and override directory, and restoring backups. Make sure that Baldur's Gate II or ANY game-related utilities are not running. To install the mod, run RE_v4.exe. To reinstall or uninstall the mod, run Setup-RE.exe in your game directory. ----------------------- 3. General Information ----------------------- The mod consists of a number of optional components. Please, feel free to use all variables listed below for your own NPC reactions. 0. Aerie, Anomen, Jaheira and Viconia React to Romantic Encounters ------------------------------------------------------------------ If you install this component, your romance interests will comment on the encounters, if their romance is active, and if they have been in party at the time. In some cases it may kill your romance, depending on the PC's replies. However, this component does NOT kill your romances automatically. Anomen Reacts to: Bjornin RE_BjorninFlirt=1 Coran RE_CoranSex=1 Desharik RE_DesharikFlirt=1 Gaelan RE_GaelanSex=1 Hendak RE_HendakSex=1 Ribald RE_RibaldSex=1, RE_RibaldRomanceActive=1 or 2 Saemon RE_SaemonSex=1 Solaufein RE_SolaufeinFlirt=1 Talak RE_TalakFlirt=1 Valygar soon after Valygar's talk 5 and talk 13 Aerie, Jaheira, Viconia react to: Ada RE_AdaFlirt=1 Bodhi RE_BodhiFlirt=1 Busya RE_BusyaSex=1 Chanelle RE_ChanelleFlirt=1 Ilona RE_IlonaFlirt=1 Isabelle RE_IsabelleFlirt=1 Sheri RE_SheriFlirt=1 Solaufein RE_SolaufeinFlirt=1 Aerie also reacts to Haer'Dalis encounter, and Mazzy - to Valygar encounter. Reaction to Bjornin encounter is written by jastey. Reactions to Ada, Desharik, Gaelan and Talak encounters are written by berelinde. Reactions for Bodhi, Busya, Chanelle, Coran, Hendak, Haer'Dalis, Ilona, Isabelle, Ribald, Saemon, Sheri, Solaufein and Valygar encounters are written by Kulyok. Laran's reactions, written by berelinde, are included into Laran component. After three and six "obvious" encounters, Anomen will have things to say. These two cumulative reactions were written by berelinde. 1. Storms and Lightning, by berelinde (Weathermistress Ada, adult content) -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The change of the winds have brought the return of your favor. Have you any interest in discovering how hot the fire inside you can burn? Available to: male human, half-elven, elven, half-orc protagonists Available at: Talos' Temple, when Mistress Ada is willing to talk Variables: RE_AdaFlirt=1 - sets, if the player agrees to learn RE_AdaSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 2. Aimi's Magic, by berelinde (adult content) --------------------------------------------- Aimi, a young girl from Trademeet, is rather taken with the young hero. But different players might treat her very differently... Available to: male protagonists Available at: Trademeet Inn, after PC was declared a Hero of Trademeet Variables: RE_AimiFlirt=1 - sets, if PC says he wants her RE_AimiSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 3. Anishai's Deft Hands, by cmorgan ----------------------------------- She is called Anishai. Assassin extraordinaire and Shadow Thief of good standing. Available to: those protagonists who take Mae'Var quest Available at: Maevar's Guild, second floor, when talked to the first time Variables: RE_AnishaiFlirt=1 - sets, if PC has a practice in private with her RE_AnishaiSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 4. An Evening with Aran, by Kulyok ---------------------------------- Accept the Shadowmaster's invitation to dinner, and watch how your evening becomes extraordinary. Available to: female protagonists Available at: Chapter 3, before sailing to Spellhold, if Aran's side was chosen Variables: RE_AranFlirt=1 - sets, if the player accepts Aran's invitation 5. Bjornin's Desire, by jastey (adult content) ---------------------------------------------- Bjornin, a paladin from Beregost, makes an appearance again. Haven't you met before? Available to: female non-evil protagonists with reputation of 15 and higher Available at: headquarters of the Order of the Radiant Heart, Temple District Variables: RE_BjorninFlirt=1 - sets, if the player leaves with Bjornin RE_BjorninSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 6. Bodhi's Allure, by Kulyok (adult content) -------------------------------------------- After all tasks for Bodhi are done in Chapter 3, a male player can ask her for a special reward, before sailing to Spellhold. Extra dialogue choices should be obvious. Available to: male protagonists Available at: Chapter 3, before sailing to Spellhold, if Bodhi's side was chosen Variables: RE_BodhiFlirt=1 - sets, if the player tells Bodhi he desires her RE_BodhiSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 7. Trademeet with Guildmistress Busya, by magrat ------------------------------------------------ She will show your PC sights of Trademeet. She is a good guide... and a good dancer. Availalbe to: male protagonists Available at: Trademeet, after the reward is received and Busya leaves - she will appear again seconds later Variables: RE_BusyaFlirt=1 - sets, if PC asks her for a date/sex RE_BusyaSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 8. The Gambling Cambion, by Kulyok ---------------------------------- Tieflings have demon blood. Cambions have even more... what would a cambion's kiss feel like? Available to: female protagonists Available at: Aesgareth the Gambling Cambion, the Watcher's Keep Variables: RE_CambionFlirt=1 - if PC proposes herself as a wager RE_CambionSex=1 - sets after the actual "affair" 9. Chanelle's Gifts, by cmorgan (adult content) ----------------------------------------------- Chanelle, a young maid in de'Arnise keep, is sweet, innocent, thankful and eager to please the new Keep's owner. But just how far is she willing to go? Available to: those protagonists who have claimed the Fighter Stronghold(Nalia's Keep) Available at: meeting Chanelle in the Keep, after it is granted to the protagonist as their stronghold new replies during Chanelle's quest(Kulyok) Variables: RE_ChanelleFlirt=1 - if PC agrees to a bath RE_ChanelleSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 10. A Night with Coran, by magrat --------------------------------- This component allows the player to spend a night with Coran in Chapter 6, after Safana has been dealt with. If the player does not agree right away, Coran makes a pass at each Bioware female joinable NPC in turn. This component also restores Coran's portrait. Available to: female human, half-elven, elven and halfling protagonists Available at: Chapter 6, after the werewolf encounter, if Coran is still alive Variables: RE_CoranSex=1 - sets, if the player agrees to Coran's proposal AND agrees to sex afterwards 11. Cyric's Test, by Kulyok --------------------------- Do you want to be tested? Lore: The Avatar Series Available to: female human, half-elven, elven, halfling protagonists Available at: the Pocket Plane, the fourth challenge Variables: RE_CyricSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 12. A Tryst with a Pirate Lord, by Kulyok (Desharik, adult content) ------------------------------------------------------------------- There are different ways of getting into the asylum. Some pleasant, some... You decide. Available to: female human, half-elven, elven, halfling protagonists Available to: Brynnlaw, Pirate Lord's house, Desharik, when spoken to first Variables: RE_DesharikFlirt=1 - sets, if PC offers herself as payment RE_DesharikSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 13. A Lonely Nymph, by Kulyok (adult content) --------------------------------------------- Some water nymphs are fond of enchanting the passing travellers, especially if one of these travellers is a Bhaalspawn. Available to: male protagonists Available at: Windspear Hills, the northern part of the map, to the north of the encounter with the gnolls. Variables: RE_DryadSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 14. Edwin's Softer Side, by Kulyok ---------------------------------- An erotic onslaught may be in store... but Edwin is still Edwin. Available to: first dialogue - female protagonists; all four dialogues - female human, elven, half-elven, halfling protagonists Available at: Edwin should be in party the second dialogue triggers at rest, in a tavern the fourth dialogue triggers outdoors, at night, some time after the third dialogue Variables: RE_EdwinFlirt=1 - sets, if PC and Edwin agree on a date RE_EdwinSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 15. Eldoth' Exploits, by Kulyok ------------------------------- Honorable? Not him. Your old companion, or a man you hardly know - but a man you might do well to steer clear off, nevertheless. Available to: female human, elven, half-elven, halfling protagonists Available at: Den of the Seven Vales, Promenade, Athkala Variables: RE_EldothFlirt=1 - sets, if PC and Eldoth talk in private RE_EldothSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 16. Elhan's Expansion, by Kulyok -------------------------------- Elhan is a prominent character in Chapters 6 and 7 - prominent, but hardly talkative. Now the player gets the chance to learn more of Suldanessellar, of Ellesime, of Bodhi and Irenicus, and of Elhan himself. Available to: elven protagonists Available at: - four dialogues in chapter 6, before the Lanthorn is brought back - five dialogues in chapter 7, after a conversation with Demin Variables: RE_ElhanFlirt=1 - sets, if PC tells Elhan that he or she likes him (whether as a friend or a man, who can tell?) 17. Firkraag's Unsheathed Sword, by Kulyok ------------------------------------------ Never poke a sleeping dragon... Available to: female protagonists Available at: Firkraag's lair Variables: RE_FirkraagFlirt=1 - sets, if PC... offers 18. Gaelan's Contract, by Evaine Dian ------------------------------------- Are you sure there is absolutely NOTHING you can do to lower the costs... ? Available to: female protagonists Available at: Chapter 2, before the party gathers 20000(or even 15000) gold Variables: RE_GaelanFlirt=1 - sets, if PC flirts with Gaelan RE_GaelanSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 19. A Walk with Garren Windspear, by Kulyok ------------------------------------------- Garren Windspear is grateful to you for rescuing his child and restoring hope in his heart. Grateful... or more? Available to: female human, elven, half-elven, halfling protagonists Available at: after Garren's child rescue, if PC asks to stay for the night Variables: RE_GarrenFlirt=1 - sets, if PC and Garren go for a walk RE_GarrenSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 20. Enter Haer'Dalis, by Kulyok ------------------------------- This is not a full romance, but, rather, a glimpse of what might have been, complete in itself. Available to: female human, elven, half-elven, halfling protagonists Available at: three conversations later in the game(late chapter 4 or later), Haer'Dalis should be in party, Haer'Dalis-Aerie romance should be inactive Variables: RE_HaerDalisFlirt=1 - sets after the second talk 21. Hendak's Heart, by jastey ----------------------------- Hendak and you spent quite some time talking, when you stayed at the Copper Coronet. You've felt his gaze on you of late... Is there something that he wants to say to you? Available to: female human, half-elven, elven or halfling protagonists reputation must be >11 Available at: after both Hendak and the children have been released Variables: RE_HendakFlirt=1 - sets, if Hendak privately proposed his interest in sharing the bed with the PC, and she accepted the possibility RE_HendakSex=1 - sets after the actual affair RE_HendakRomanceActive - 1, if PC considers sleeping together - 3, if it is over 22. Ilona, a Merchant's Daughter, by Kulyok ------------------------------------------- A merchant is threatened by a stray ruffian. Help him, and he might invite you to dinner... where his daughter suddenly takes an interest in you. Created for Grim Squeaker, based on his idea. Available to: male protagonists Available at: Bridge District Variables: RE_IlonaFlirt=1 - sets during the dinner RE_IlonaSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 23. Jarlaxle's Fascinations, by Catseye --------------------------------------- Jarlaxle, an unpredictable drow mercenary and opportunist. What if he just... offered? Available to: female protagonists Available at: after PC delivers the gems to Jarlaxle in Ust Natha Variables: RE_JarlaxleFlirt=1 - sets, if PC sees him alone RE_JarlaxleSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 24. A Night with Lais in Imnesvale, by Kulyok --------------------------------------------- Lais is young, pretty, and very, very bored. Will you provide her with an adventure she desperately craves? Available to: male protagonists Available at: Umar Hills, the inn; the meeting takes place at night, near the fountain, when PC is on his own Variables: RE_LaisFlirt=1 - sets, if PC agrees to meet Lais in secret RE_LaisSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 25. Laran's Promise, by berelinde (adult content) ------------------------------------------------- Laran, a young squire paladin of Torm, has never been in a tavern before. He is to be deployed on the morrow, and he wants to see a little of life, before he is forced to take one. Anomen's extensive reactions are included into this component. Available to: female human, half-elven, elven, halfling protagonists Available at: - Athkatla, the Promenade, the Mithrest Inn - An additional encounter in Saradush, in ToB - A Laran-related encounter after Yaga-Shura's death Variables: RE_LaranFlirt=1 - sets, if PC agrees to speak in private RE_LaranSex=1 - sets after the actual affair RE_LaranSexToB=1 - sets, if PC sleeps with Laran in Saradush 26. The Love Song of Logan, Lord Coprith, by Ajnos -------------------------------------------------- If only you, dear Reader, could hear the pretentious addition of gloomy rain every time they speak! And maybe, a harpsichord. This encounter is a tricky one. You may want to save beforehand. Available to: female protagonists Available at: Trademeet, the player is a Hero of Trademeet - two long, long talks, one over a glass of wine at night Variables: RE_LoganFlirt=1 - sets during the second talk 27. Mekrath and Nymphology, by Kulyok ------------------------------------- Blue magi have mastered the arts of erotica, and Mekrath is one of them. Are you up for a brief apprenticeship? Inspired by Encyclopaedia Arcane: Nymphology and The Quintessential Temptress. Available to: female mage protagonists Available at: Mekrath' Lair, the entrance under the Temple District, after delivering the mirror to Mekrath Variables: RE_MekrathFlirt=1 - sets, if you accept Mekrath' proposal RE_MekrathSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 28. Mira's Special Stock, by berelinde -------------------------------------- Now Mira, a merchant in Waukeen's Promenade, has some special wares for you. If you are interested, that is. Lyrics used: "My Fate" by Abraham Cowley, set by William King, 17th Century, England "The Trooper and the Maid", a Scottish folk song "To Market", an Irish folk song All FR adaptations by berelinde. Additional flirting is written by Kulyok. Available to: everyone; flirting is for male protagonists only Available at: when talking to Mira and asking if she has any special wares Variables: RE_MiraFlirt=1 - sets, if male PC asks about special stock again 29. Noober Returns, by cmorgan ------------------------------ Noober is back - to court the female PC, no less. He is annoying. Very annoying. Or cute? Anomen and all female joinable Bioware NPCs react to Noober's advances(Kulyok). Available to: female protagonists Available at: Bridge district, Delosar's Inn Variables: RE_NooberFlirt=1 - sets, if PC keeps listening to the end 30. Rebecca the Gypsy, by Kulyok -------------------------------- She can tell you your fortune... in private. Why is that, and what does she want from you? Available to: male protagonists Available at: Trademeet Variables: RE_RebeccaFlirt=1 - sets, if PC agrees to talk to her in private RE_RebeccaSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 31. Renal Bloodscalp: A Dangerous Affair, by cmorgan (adult content) -------------------------------------------------------------------- Renal does not ordinarily indulge in sport with business associates, but he might be persuaded to make an exception in your case. He might make an enjoyable lover... Available to: female protagonists Available at: Thieves' Guild in Athkatla, after Mae'Var is dealt with After making your desires plain to Renal, wait a day. After you talk to him again, either wait for the next rest, or rest in an inn, depending on the arrangements you made Variables: RE_RenalFlirt=1 - sets, if PC makes a pass at Renal RE_RenalSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 32. Old Ribald's Speciality, by Evaine Dian ------------------------------------------- A lot of interaction and character development here. Beware, lest your CHARNAME really, truly and irrevocably falls in love! The first encounter with Ribald can be triggered by simply talking to him - there is a new reply available. Should you decide to take things further, and not shy from talking to him about his 'specialities' again, you will get Ribald-initiated talks from time to time(roughly every half an hour). There is a new banter with Jaheira, should you go down this road with Ribald. As well, there are interjections from Viconia and Aerie, should you choose certain replies in your love talks(hint: if you do not like cream and cushions, or collars and cuffs, Ribald might get ideas...) The morning after the fourth talk, a choice must be made. Choose carefully, and preferably save beforehand. If your choice is in accordance to Ribald's own desires, you will get several more lovetalks - but only if you actually want to listen to him. Enjoy! Available to: female protagonists with Charisma>12 Available at: Ribald's store, the Promenade, Athkatla. Variables: RE_RibaldFlirt=1 - sets, if PC flirts with him RE_RibaldSex=1 - sets after the actual affair RE_RibaldRomanceActive - 1, if they sleep together - 2, if the relationship is really close - 3, if it is over 33. Sir Ryan Trawl, by Kulyok ----------------------------- What is it like to be liked by a paladin? Available to: female paladin protagonists Available at: the headquarters of the Order of the Radiant Heart, if PC is a member of the Order - five player-initiated dialogues - one dialogue in Chapter 6, before Bodhi is defeated - one dialogue in Chapter 6 or 7, after Bodhi is defeated Variables: RE_RyanFlirt=1 - sets, if PC asks Sir Ryan to sleep with her 34. Saemon, a Pirate, by Kulyok (adult content) ----------------------------------------------- Spellhold or Amkethran, a pirate remains a pirate. And a night with a pirate is an unforgettable affair. Available to: female human, half-elven, elven, halfling protagonists Available at: Chapter 4, PC agrees to take Saemon's ship and acquire the horn Variables: RE_SaemonFlirt=1 - sets, if PC asks him about it RE_SaemonSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 35. Dreaming of Sendai, by Kulyok --------------------------------- Saradush is destroyed, and you are to hunt Abazigail and Sendai. But somehow, it might happen that at least one of your siblings will find you, first. Available to: male protagonists Available at: Chapter 9, at rest, before entering Sendai's Enclave Variables: RE_SendaiSex=1 - sets, if PC accepted Sendai's offer 36. Sheri the Bardess, by cmorgan (adult content) ------------------------------------------------- "A song, perhaps, or a ballad? My harp and voice are at your pleasure. Tonight's crowd seems to enjoy some of the more ribald ones..." Lyrics used: http://www.traditionalmusic.co.uk 'The Whistling Gypsy Rover', 'The Riddle Song', 'A Maiden Did Bathing Go', 'Blow The Candles Out', 'Two Maidens Went Milking One Day', 'Sweet Joan' and 'The Shape Of Things', by Sheldon Harnick All FR adaptations by cmorgan Available to: male protagonists Available at: Mithrest Inn, Athkatla, Promenade; near the piano To get all romantic content, talk to Sheri a day later, and after that, spend a night in Mithrest Inn. Then there is a final conversation Variables: RE_SheriFlirt=1 - sets, after PC dances with Sheri RE_SheriSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 37. Solaufein in the Lust Chambers, by jastey --------------------------------------------- After Phaere is saved, the enmity between her and Solaufein becomes obvious. Why not try and ask her for Solaufein's services? She may just send the resentful fighter to the Lust Chambers... to await your arrival. Available to: all protagonists Available at: Chapter 5, in the Ust Natha - after Phaere is saved, approach her in the tavern again Variables: RE_SolaufeinFlirt=1 - sets, after PC asks Phaere about it RE_SolaufeinSex=1 - sets, if PC and Solaufein sleep together 38. Phaere's Reward, by berelinde (Talak, pleasure slave, adult content) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Phaere's innuendo is a well-known part of the game. But what if the player is female? Drow males have many pleasures to offer, and Phaere is about to send one to you. Available to: female protagonists Available at: Phaere's tasks at Ust Natha, after her tasks are completed Variables: RE_TalakFlirt=1 - sets, if the player accepts Phaere's offer RE_TalakSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 39. Spell Research with Teos, by Kulyok --------------------------------------- This component presents more opportunities to talk with Teos... and perhaps more. Available to: female protagonists, who have claimed Mage Stronghold Available at: - additional dialogue options through the Mage Stronghold quest - three extra dialogues, after Argrim's subquest is given - two opportunities to "talk in private": one after the graduation ceremony, or after all apprentices are killed, one after Argrim's subquest is given Variables: RE_TeosFlirt=1 - if PC agrees to speak with Teos in private RE_TeosSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 40. A Fling with Yoshimo, by Kulyok ----------------------------------- Yoshimo. The Yoshimo. Some bar talk, a game of dice, a glass of wine... and, perhaps, a visitor in the middle of the night? Available to: female human, half-elven, elven, halfling protagonists Available at: up to three dialogues at rest in taverns(Athkatla, Trademeet, Umar Hills), one day after Chapter 2 starts, Yoshimo should be in party Variables: RE_YoshimoFlirt=1 - if PC agrees to Yoshimo's proposal RE_YoshimoSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 41. Isabelle's Fears, by gertjanvh (adult content) -------------------------------------------------- Isabelle, a young shieldmaiden of Helm, needs help and reassurance. Can you give her what she wants in the time of need? Available to: male protagonists Available at: the Temple of Helm, right after the talk with the High Watcher Variables: RE_IsabelleFlirt=1 - if PC spends a night with Isabelle 42. Anne's Rescue, by gertjanvh (adult content) ----------------------------------------------- After you enter the dark, desolated house, you find yourself in a small room, lit only by a few candles. In a corner, you see a young, pretty woman, surrounded by two grim looking, hooded men with smug faces carrying knives. Will you rescue her? WARNING: For game balance reasons, the map can only be used in the slums. Available to: male protagonists Available at: meet her brother near the Copper Coronet, then use the map Variables: RE_AnneFlirt=1 - if PC flirted with her even a little RE_AnneTriedRape=1 - if PC flirted with her against her will 43. The Queen, by Domi ---------------------- "I came to see you before I have to appear in my official capacity, son of Bhaal. We have little time, for my people are preparing a grand ceremony to celebrate our victory over Irenicus and Bodhi." Available to: male protagonists (additional charisma requirement) Available at: at the end of SoA, before the formal ceremony Variables: RE_ElleFlirt=1 - sets after their kiss RE_ElleSex=1 - sets after the actual affair 44. Valygar Romance, by Kulyok ------------------------------ A romantically colored friendship with the dark ranger, which may or may not become a full romance. Will he let his vows stand between you two, or will he choose to let love in? Available to: female human, elven, half-elven, halfling protagonists Available at: Valygar should be in party After the fifth talk, there are two situational talks, one in a tavern, and another at night, outdoors Variables: RE_ValygarFlirt=1 - sets after PC receives the necklace The final interaction only happens if PC wears it. 45. Rehearsal with Chandra, by Western Paladin ---------------------------------------------- "I'm going to be playing Sofia, and if I don't read this now, I won't know what I'm supposed to say in the premiere next week. Actually, now I think of it, you might be able to help me out. Do you have a few minutes?" Available to: male protagonists Available at: the Den of the Seven Vales Variables: RE_ChandraFlirt=1 - sets if PC kisses her back 46. Goldander Blackenrock: After a Party, by magrat --------------------------------------------------- Goldander Blackenrock, the leader of the deep gnomes, is steady as a rock. But is he really as detached and businesslike as he appears? Available to: female dwarven, gnomish, halfling protagonists Available at: the Underdark, after sealing the tunnel and receiving the reward, talk to Goldander again Variables: RE_GoldanderFlirt=1 - sets after PC arrives to the party 47. A Chat with Viekang, by magrat ---------------------------------- Viekang, a fellow Bhaalspawn from Trademeet. You will meet him again soon, in Saradush. The question is, will he be up to something more than a little chat? Or a long chat, as things stand... Available to: female human, half-elven, elven, halfling protagonists Available at: Saradush tavern Variables: RE_ViekangFlirt=1 - sets if PC offers him sex 48. Bravery or Folly? by Aeryn (Sarevok, adult content) ------------------------------------------------------- It's late and all of your companions have retired to their beds for the night, but you find sleep elusive. You decide that a dip in one of the healing pools could be just the thing you need to relax away your tension... Available to: good-aligned female human, half-elven, and elven protagonists Available at: at rest in the Pocket Plane, after the third challenge Variables: RE_SarevokSex=1 - sets after the actual encounter 49. Blame the Moon, by Aeryn (Cernd) ------------------------------------ You've called a halt for the night, and your companions are all settling in, when you notice Cernd stealing away from the camp into the forest. He's been acting strangely all day, and you suspect the full moon you see rising above the hills is the reason why... WARNING: This encounter is quite complex. You may want to save beforehand. Available to: female protagonists Available at: after becoming the hero of Trademeet, rest in the Druid Grove at night Variables: RE_CerndFlirt=1 - sets, if PC follows him RE_CerndSex=1 - sets after the actual encounter 50. Cernick's Confession, by Cal Jones -------------------------------------- This young man may have fonder feelings for the Hero of Baldur's Gate than he himself suspects. Talk to him again after the last battle for the Keep - your Keep. Who knows what may happen? Available to: male human, elven, half-elven, half-orcish protagonists who chose to rule de'Arnise Keep and lands Available at: after killing Lord Roenall, talk to Captain Cernick, then rest on the top floor of the Keep(master bedroom) Variables: RE_CernickFlirt=1 - sets, if PC agreed to spend an eve with him RE_CernickSex=1 - sets after the actual encounter ------------------------------- IV. Frequently Asked Questions ------------------------------- Q: I do not see any additional content! A: Read each individual section for each character. As well, make sure that you have actually installed the mod. Open your game directory and run Setup-RE.exe. If this file is not there, repeat the installation process as described above. Q: Is Romantic Encounters compatible with mod X? A: Unless the mod destroys the characters the encounters were devised for, or replaces their dialogue entirely, yes, they should be compatible. Read each Readme file for the additional information. ----------- V. Credits ----------- Olga Silaeva (Kulyok) Writer Programmer Project Maintainer Ajnos Writer berelinde Writer Programmer Catseye Writer cmorgan Writer Programmer Domi Writer Programmer Evaine Dian Writer Programmer gertjanvh Writer jastey Writer Programmer magrat Writer Western Paladin Writer Aeryn Writer Cal Jones Writer Voice credits: -------------- Ascension64 Sound Engineering(Sheri) berelinde Voice of Rebecca Domi Voice of Sheri Elena Voice of Chanelle Sir Kalthorine Voice of Laran Playtesting, proofreading: Ankhesenpaaten, Ajnos, Angua, berelinde, Bex, Catseye, Clarion, cmorgan, Cygnea, Eleima, Evaine Dian, gertjanvh, jastey, KIrving, Kitanna, Kulyok, Lady Fiana, LiT, mac402, magrat, Niaroanc, Olorin, Star Dragonmaiden, RavenBlack, Western Paladin, Lord Ernie, Jadefang Thanks to everyone else who helped us in any way. Romantic Encounters was created using the resources provided by the IESDP. http://iesdp.gibberlings3.net Technical assistance, hosting for the testing period: Pocket Plane Group http://pocketplane.net Hosting: The Gibberlings Three http://gibberlings3.net Romantic Encounters was created with the following software: Audacity http://audacity.sourceforge.net DLTCEP http://gibberlings3.net/tools Infinity Explorer http://infexp.sourceforge.net Near Infinity http://www.idi.ntnu.no/~joh/ni NSIS http://nsis.sourceforge.net Ogg Vorbis http://www.vorbis.com WeiDU http://www.weidu.org winLAME http://winlame.sourceforge.net --------------------- VI. Version History --------------------- Version 4 - Sarevok encounter, by Aeryn - Cernd encounter, by Aeryn - Captain Cernick encounter, by Cal Jones - Updated to Weidu 208 - Minor corrections Version 3 - Isabelle's Fears, by gertjanvh - Anne's Rescue, by gertjanvh - The Queen, by Domi - Valygar Romance, by Kulyok - Rehearsal with Chandra, by Western Paladin - Goldander Blackenrock: After a Party, by magrat - A Chat with Viekang, by magrat - Cumulative Anomen reactions, by berelinde - Anomen's reaction to Bjornin encounter, by jastey - Adjusted audio decompression for better compatibility - Corrected minor issues with the protagonist's gender for some encounters - The guard should leave/disappear correctly in Ada encounter - Corrected some issues with weights in Logan Coprith's dialogue - Aerie's reaction to Haer'Dalis encounter triggers correctly - Updated to Weidu 204 Version 2 - Multiple language support - An internal RE timer, to ensure that only one RE encounter happens at rest - Additional pre-encounter reply for Aimi - Time of day becomes noon after Weathermistress Ada encounter - Weathermistress Ada encounter is now only available for 'tall' races - Ryan Trawl encounter is now available after Anarg's Cup has been returned - Paladin stronghold is available to female paladins after sleeping with Garren - Hendak encounter is now available to all alignments, but only for rep>11 - Reactions to Chanelle encounter are only available for male protagonists - Corrected some typographical errors Version 1 - Initial release ----------------------- VII. 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