# Imoen Friendship

A Spellhold Studios mod for Baldur's Gate 2: SoA & ToB

Author: K'aeloree

Mod Website • Mod Forum • Version: 3.6

## Introduction

One of the things many find sorely lacking in the Bioware NPCs are the more complex relationships presented by modern NPC mods--especially in regards to "friendships", the relationships NPCs have with the PC when not romancing them.

This mod adds a series of dialogues with Imoen, the PC's sister, expanding on Imoen's experiences and struggles.

Visit the website or forum for all the latest updates.

## Installation

##### Windows

The Imoen Friendship is a WeiDU mod, packaged in an extractable .ZIP archive. Simply unpack the mod package into your Baldur's Gate II directory and run "setup-imoenfriendship.exe".

To un-install, run "setup-imoenfriendship.exe" again and select the un-install option.

##### Compatibility and Installation Order

The Imoen Friendship mod should be compatible with all WeiDU mods, however, we cannot test every single one. It is only compatible with BGII: ToB. If you do encounter an error, please contact K'aeloree or alternatively post on the forums.

Although it is not required for the Imoen Friendship to function properly, it is always a good idea install the latest version of the BG2 Fixpack.

## Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Imoen Friendship compatible with XYZ mod?
A: It most certainly should be, but we have not tested it with every single mod available. If you do encounter an error, please contact K'aeloree or alternatively post on the forums.

Q: When will the friendship start?
A: It should begin not too long after Imoen rejoins the party under Spellhold.

Q: This mod isn't in character at *all*.
A: We're always looking for ways to improve the characterisation in this mod, so please post any suggestions or constructive criticism on the forums.

Q: Have you got any plans to expand the mod by adding more dialogues in future?
A: There are no current plans to add to the mod, no, but feel free to make suggestions!

Q: How many dialogues are there added in total?
A: There are a total of 9 new dialogues added by the mod, 6 in SoA and 3 in ToB. Some of these do have particular circumstances in which they occur--for more information feel free to ask on the forum.

Q: Does this mod change the game in any way besides adding more dialogue to Imoen?
A: No, it shouldn't.

Q: Is there any chance that player initiated dialogue will be added in future?
A: There are currently no plans for it, but if players are interested in it we would be happy to consider adding some in future versions.

Q: I would like to translate the Imoen friendship into another language. Any chance you could TRAify the mod?
A: Sure, we'd be happy to. If you are interested in translating, just send us a line and I'll see what I can do for the next version.

## Credits

Author: K'aeloree
Coder: K'aeloree

##### Acknowledgements:

- French translation: Isaya and The d'Oghmatiques.
- Polish translation: Lava Del'Vortel.
- Russian translation: ArcaneCoast.ru, thanks to prowler and Ardanis_gen1e.
- Clan DLAN: Spanish Translation.
- Chinese translation: Merzbau.
- With thanks to: berelinde, cmorgan, -JR-, Choo Choo, Crazee, Lava Del'Vortel, Shadowhawke, Miloch, Picollo.
- Thank you to everyone on the Interaction Expansion project team, and everyone who has contributed to the mod!

##### Programs/tools used in creation:

- WeiDU, by Wes Weimer, Valerio Bigiani (the bigg) and Wisp.
- Near Infinity, by Jon Olav Hauglid, FredSRichardson, and Argent77.
- WinRAR, by Eugene Roshal/Alexander Roshal.
- IESDP, maintained by igi and lynx.

##### Copyright Notice:

The Imoen Friendship was developed by K'aeloree, based on material from the game Baldur's Gate II and its expansion.

All mod content is © K'aeloree.

Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn and Baldur's Gate II: Throne of Bhaal © TSR, Inc. The BioWare Infinity Engine is © BioWare Corp.

Please note that any and all redistribution and/or hosting of this mod is expressly unwanted without permission from the author(s).

## Version history

###### Version 3.6 (September 02, 2020)

- Added technical compatibility with Imoen 4 Ever.
- Added WEIGHT #-1 to all dialogues to make them independent on install order (with a mod that adds PID for Imoen).
- Added folder libiconv-1.9.2-1-src.7z with iconv licence info.
- Changed contact info in tp2 to SUPPORT and link to SHS forum.

###### Version 3.5 (December 14, 2019)

- Fixed an issue with Auto-Package Generator tool: new version of MacOS (Catalina) prevented the mod to be installed.
- Fixed wrong SHS links in readmes and metadata files.

###### Version 3.4 (November 24, 2019)

- Added imoenfriendship.ini metadata file to support AL|EN's "Project Infinity".
- tp2 file: fixed wrong strref for REQUIRE_PREDICATE GAME_IS, and added credits for translations.
- README command now accepts translated files.
- Component: added DESIGNATED number and "imoen_friendship" LABEL.
- Updated deprecated modding tools links.
- Lower cased files.
- Updated and renamed readme file to imoenfriendship-readme-%LANGUAGE%.html.
- Included Linux and Mac Os X versions in the same package (thanks AL|EN!).
- Updated WeiDU installer to v246.
- Transfered mod to SpellHold Studios GitHub account.

###### Version 3.3

- Added Chinese translation by Merzbau.

###### Version 3.2

- Isaya's .tra fixes.

###### Version 3.1

- Added Spanish translation (Clan DLAN).
- Fixed Hell talk.

###### Version 3.0 (August 24, 2017)

- Added French translation provided by Isaya.
- BG2EE/EET compatibility with translation support.

###### Version 2.1 (August 19, 2012)

- Added Polish translation by Lava Del'Vortel.

###### Version 2.0 (January 17, 2011)

- TRAified
- Added Russian translation by ArcaneCoast.ru, thanks to prowler and Ardanis_gen1e.
- Renamed folder/mod to 'imoenfriendship' from 'imoen', stopping technical conflict with Imoen Romance.
- That doesn't mean I condone using the two mods together! There could still be other incompatibilities, and there sure are conceptual ones!

###### Version 1.0 (April 28, 2010)

- Initial release.