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+++ BG:EE NPC REVAMP +++
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Author: Llewren
Version: 0.1
Platform: BG:EE

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-- Introduction --
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Disclaimer: This is a pre-release project. Everything contained within this mod is subject to change!

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-- Installation --
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Ensure that your game is updated to the latest version and unpack the archive into the main Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition folder, then run setup-BGEE-NPC-Revamp and follow the installation instructions. Below is a breakdown of what each component offers. If you are looking for the intended experience, install all components.

Starting a new game is recommended. If you are playing using Steam or GOG and have Siege of Dragonspear installed, make sure you download and install DLC Merger (by Argent77) or modmerge (by Scott Brooks) before downloading this and any other mods.


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-- Components --
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AJANTIS REVAMP (currently) contains:
- 2 on-the-road conversations with Ajantis.
- A branching questline for Ajantis, starting in North Baldur's Gate.
- A small expansion for the Temple of Helm in Baldur's Gate.
- A small black market merchant in the Undercellar.
  
CORAN REVAMP (currently) contains:
- 2 on-the-road conversations with Coran.
- Conversations tied to his quests, ‘Coran the Wyvern Hunter’ and ‘Brielbara’s Baby’.
- Additional lines within his quests.

PARTY BANTER REVAMP (currently contains):
- At least one banter between Ajantis and every other companion.
- At least one banter between Coran and every other companion.
- Unique banters that trigger after the completion of companion quests.

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-- FAQ --
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Q: What versions of Baldur’s Gate does this mod work with?
A: Only Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition v2.6.6 and later has been tested

Q: Will there be romances?
A: No, and that is unlikely to change. There will be some characters that will possibly flirt and agree to a one-night stand, but it won’t go anywhere further than that.

Q: Will every companion receive a quest?
A: Some companions will receive expanded/extended content for their existing quests, rather than full new questlines — at least at this point in development.

Q: Will there be new voiced lines?
A: Unless I choose to pay for voice-acting or repurpose existing lines, then no. I will not use AI-voicing for this mod.

Q: Is the mod EET compatible?
A: I am not taking steps to make the mod EET compatible while it is still in Alpha.

Q: Is this mod related to the BG1 NPC Project?
A: No, beyond a similar name.

Q: Do I need Siege of Dragonspear to play this?
A: No.

Q: Where do I contact you about bugs or typos?
A: Contact me on the Beamdog Forums, or and leave a comment at https://smolderingmodsbar.com/

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-- Credits --
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Mod Author: Llewren

Special thanks to all the readers of the Smoldering Mods Bar, your kind words of encouragement helped spur on the development of this mod.

This project is based on material developed by BioWare and Beamdog from Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition and Baldur's Gate: Siege of Dragonspear.

All original content contained in this mod is © Llewren. Please do not redistribute and/or host this mod without explicit permission from the author.

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-- Version history --
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September 2025 — v0.1.1
- Two new on-the-road conversations with Ajantis
- Banter fixes

July 2025 — v0.1.0
- Initial alpha release