One Baldur’s Gate 3 player accidentally locked themselves out of some significant powers and abilities after they refused to rest for the first ten hours of their playthrough.
Navigating Baldur’s Gate 3 can be quite challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with D&D rules, as there are numerous things to keep track of in this complex game.
The intricacies of the game can overwhelm many players, leading them to avoid engaging with complex mechanics, which can hinder their understanding of the game early on.
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Despite the complexity, it’s uncommon for players to completely gloss over one of the most critical mechanics in the game—resting, which is vital for maintaining a healthy and powerful party. Resting allows for full healing, spell restoration, and the replenishment of short rests, thus aiding the party’s overall strength and progression.
However, one player severely misunderstood this vital mechanic, only utilizing it three times during a ten-hour playthrough.
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Baldur’s Gate 3 player only uses rest three times in ten hours
The player shared their frustrating experience on the Baldur’s Gate 3 forums, mistakenly believing that taking long rests would progress the story. Reluctant to skip ahead, they refrained from resting, resulting in an underpowered party.
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Reflecting on their error, the player expressed, “I played 10 hours on a save and only rested 3 times. I treated spells like an extremely scarce resource and wouldn’t use them until it was absolutely necessary. Boy did that make the game hard. I was trying to get as strong as I could without taking a long rest. I can’t wait to try out the game more without my stupidity.”
Hopefully, they will have a more enjoyable experience moving forward by understanding the game’s mechanics better.
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