I just discovered your channel and only watched half of this video plus skimmed through a few others over your videos and I can already say you're the best DND lore TH-camr out there. I'm a DND lore but have been watching channels like mighty glue stick, DM Scotty, Jordan, ECT and I always fantasized finding a channel like yours. Either videos have great visuals that match what is being said but are only 5 to 10 minutes long. Not going into great detail. Or they will be detailed 30 minute videos with just showing the first Page or search results on Google images. This channel is going to grow massive
Wow! Thank you for saying such kind things! I do not know that I deserve that level praise just yet, but the words sure are motivating! :) I try to make every video better than the last and while that is not always the outcome, its a good principle to work under. Here is a little peak behind the curtain... there are many times when the production of these videos gets into the 40th or 50th hour and I REALLY do think about cutting some corner to "wrap it up"... but then I find/remember a comment like this and it truly keeps me on track... so sincerel... thank you!
Greyhawk was better. Forgotten Realms, and 2nd Eddition in general were rife with player characters being elevated to "godhood" status; as TSR made the move to "un-Gygax" D&D.
Sam, although Dungeons and Dragons Online, the same ne set in Eberron, gave that realm a special place in my heart. Back when DDO first released, oh boy, having a mix of MMO but that was narrated by a DM, it was such a fun time in my gaming history.
Right? I grabbed the novelization on audible but it just felt really off. I guess the official canonization of the story has been updated in the years since the original was released.
Man I missed out on the OG dragon age games but Origins was bloody incredible. So unique to me at the time can’t believe I slept on the predecessors. How did it stack up to the originals for a vet?
You sure brought back some great memories. When this game first came out in the 90's, it reminded me of my younger DnD playing days with childhood friends. Became an instant fan and went on to play all those early titles, BD2 , the ice Wind Dale series and later the Neverwinter Nights. Good Job!
i thought there was still debate on whether or not abdel even WAS the canon CHARNAME of BG1+2, since some things do not really check out between the 2 entities
@erbgorre Abdel is Canon. He's a Grand Duke of Baldur's Gate (and one of two remaining Bhaal-Spawn) in the official encounter adventure "Murder in Baldur's Gate" by WotC.
A blast from the past! Bringing back many good memories from teenage years playing the whole series. Hooked me so bad I read almost entire forgotten realms book series. Wonderful video. Was great to hear this story again. Will be watching the rest of the series as time allows.
Every 2-3 years, I play Baldurs Gate 1 and 2. I start over, so I can follow my character from level 1 to well above 30. I love these games, and the expansions just gives a bit more flavor. BG 2 is my favourite game of all time. Now I will go play them again from level 1
@ndk0 Are you familiar with all the mods from Weidu and Ascension? I'm sure you are, as a true fan, but if not, I encourage you to check them out. They add so much to an already wonderful game without disrupting the atmosphere or lore of the original. Ascension is created by the original developers as a labor of love.
I did that for a long time, then stopped about 5 years or so because I played them so much I felt like I killed it. Then I played them again a few weeks ago from the beginning... and they're still great. Almost done with Throne of Bhaal.
I gotten Baldur's Gate 1 & Baldur's Gate 2 on my Nintendo Switch a few years ago even before Baldur's Gate became popular from Baldur's Gate 3 & loved playing it a lot & I eventually got an Xbox SeriesX for my birthday & finally played Baldur's Gate 3 & LOVED it & in my mind it is cannon that The Baldur's Gate 1 & 2 protagonist is a Half-Orc & same thing with Baldur's Gate 3.
As a huge fan of Forgotten Realms and a D&D player and one who has read the novel series and played all the Baldur’s Gate games from PC to video game consoles you did a great job of retelling this epic story that I find on par with lord of the rings.👍🏼👍🏼💯
I remember watching my dad play bdg 1 when I was little. Soon after I found his collection on second edition books. I’ve been I love with storytelling ever since.
I took staff because staff of the Magi could dispel magic on hit. I forget what the % was but when hasted and Berserk I could hit the target about 10 times. Awesome 🤪
New sub! This is amazing and I’m only like 5 minutes in. Thank you for this. It’s so nostalgic and refreshing at the same time with all the illustrations. Hoping you do BG2 and character origins at some point, but I have no doubt this kind of quality takes time. Take it! I’ll be here 😊
Its pretty obvious that Abdel lost the final confrontation with his half brother Veikang that cost him his life. In Throne of Bhaal Abdel gave up his devinity to become a regular mortal meaning his connection with Bhaal was severed, he lost all his devine essence and Bhaalspawn powers like Imoen, it also becomes paifully clear that he lost his ability to become rhe slayer as whell. So that ambiguity of who lost the final confrontation makes little sence as its pretty obvious Abdel Adrian was defeated by Veikang who became the Slayer and was killed by the flaming fist. What i find weird is why Veikang confronted Abdel at all, because when Abdel gave up his devinity Veikang was the absolute last Bhaalspawn remaining
I’ve burned through all your videos in about 3 days and now I’m starving for content lol. As someone who knows little about dnd and hasn’t played it ( but I intend to soon when life allows) I can freely say I don’t mind what videos you make. Hell, heavens, fey wild, intricate details about magic , different gods, areas of faerûn, how magic items are made, evil cults, elemental planes, cities, I don’t mind. I will watch anything because I know you’ll do it justice.
Well there's 4 or 5 decades worth of writing he can draw from... I grew up with this stuff. It's pretty interesting. With the right group of people, it's an awesome backdrop to run campaigns with. And when you make your character, don't fret too much at the beginning. We all start off weak AF. Don't spend too much time worrying about it.
Baldurs Gate 3 has introduced me to such a vast world full of lore and history. I never played the actual physical game but this is my new obsession. I loved the games mechanics, history and lore. I want more. This is literally so good. I cannot wait for this game to be made a show or movie. Literally the new game of thrones
Super kind of you to say, thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. I do have BG2 and BG3 on my roadmap and hope to have them complete sooner rather than later :)
Damn, this was amazing. Sir, you earned yourself a sub from me and I'm sending this to all my friends who play BG3. I can't wait for your story for BG2!
Thorough as always! I had been waiting for your next submission, and it definitely did not disappoint. It is obvious how much time and effort you invest into each video!
Pretty awesome to see all these newcomers to BG series. Thanks Riches and Liches! I killed Drizzt for Twinkle and IcingDeath and I'd do it again in BG1!
Well done. This came out when I was a freshman in college, and I picked it up some time in the first year. Played it then and several more times since. The second is probably the better game, but I have more good memories surrounding this one. Keep up the good work.
I'm on my second playthrough in BG3, it's an amazing RPG, can be considered among the pantheons of greatest games of all time. So I knew I couldn't dedicate the time to play BG1 and 2, hence this video is just what I need.
Just an idea - you could also videos on specific quest lines or locations in the baldurs gate universe, for example I’d love for you to do a video on Durlag’s Tower. Also, individual characters like Minsc, Jon Irenicus, etc. I love your baldurs gate content. I have played the games but I am not familiar with the larger DnD universe. So, your content that goes through the game stuff and ties it into the larger world is very helpful and satisfying - it touches my nostalgia for these games but also educates me about their origins and larger connections.
Those are some great ideas and i have jotted them down. I have some really grand plans for the new year, having learned a lot of good but hard lessons in 23! Thanks for the comments and stay tuned, lots more coming.
Ya I the only major thing I don't like about this retelling is the absence of my favorite bg characters Misc and Boo. May not be the best tank but damn if he isn't the funniest and most lovable in my opinion. Also looking forward to the next part. I wonder if it will be siege of dragonspear or shadows of amn.
Really good storytelling, although some things are not canon (you can hardly defeat Sarevok on your own e.g., because of his other goons present), but hey, most things seem canon, and you slowly build tension of storytelling, while also creating temporary release now and then, in what seems a very natural way. It is sad though that you mention nothing of Minsc or Dynaheir, who also belong to the canon party of BG1. Would have been nice with fleeting mention of a few other possible party members, Abdel either declining their offers, or only keeping them in the party for a short while, so as to not make the story far too long.
You are not wrong... I was trying to stay true to my first playthrough memories from so many years ago, but the story would have been enhanced by adding both. You can fully expect a more "creative" telling with Minsc included in the BG 2 story that is in the works.
I never comment on lore videos. I must say I've been following your lore videos from day one. I'm running Decent into Avernus and your videos on the Hells have inspired me. The great story art in my eyes is some of the best I've seen. Riley Tome Keeper : ) is great! Your lore videos on the lich are equally impressive. This is why I think you would do an impressive video on two liches that don't get much love in D&D lore. One is Szass Tam who got some recognition from the "Honor Amongest Thieves" D&D movie. I've seen very few videos of him and the ones that I have maybe one is good. The other is a Netherness lich Larloch. This one you might find interesting. Both are from the Forgotten Realms setting. With your in-depth reacher and eye for detail. I think you would knock it out of the park! Keep up the good work it hasn't gone unnoticed!! Now on to this Baldur's Gate lore!
As someone who just finished bg3. I was delighted to hear this fantastic story about bg1. Especially since Jaheira and Khalid was among the main party. And Sarevok too, no wonder he bears deep grudge to Jaheira and the harpers. I'm new to the lore of dnd and baldur's gate and I may not have the time to play the previous iterations so I appreciate this storytelling coupled with good voice acting. It was fun to listen to. Now I'm off to find the next chapter.
Unfortunately, Khalid is not in BG3, he had passed away long before the events of the game. You may be referring to Jaheira's close friend Minsc, though.
@@RobThePrincess he was not there in the flesh but he was introduced to me once I came to Jaheira's secret hideout. She even got his scimitar back that had a short mention on one of the books there.
I want a open world, free to wander, storied, world builder like war & starcraft yet Baldur's gate too. Karma system. Enhanced edition graphics. If you have the stuff then voice acting & all too for character creation. We should call it; Abeir-Toril starting with....THE BEGINNING. 🧐
@@nicolasmunoz2264 agreed. I feel like it's kind of wrong and deceptive for the creator to accept praise for collecting fan art and not point out or correct them to let them know that it's not fan art, and was AI generated. There's nothing wrong with using Midjourney or Dall-E to bring a story to life for others, but misleading people into believing that it's fan art is dishonest imo.
This is some of the best content on TH-cam. And while I am sure the workload is a massive undertaking I’d LOVE to see you tackle the expansions and BG2 as well.
This is an amazing quality channel. I hope I can inspire you by saying this is an amazing channel with incredible quality. I really hope you do a Baldur’s Gate 2 equivalent of this because there is none other on TH-cam.
Great work! This one must have taken some serious blood sweat and tears. Thanks for a truly epic video. The art work was amazing as always. The voice work the best of any of your videos. Can't wait for the next one. It has been a great journey watching your channel grow from the first day till now. Looking forward to seeing it continue grow and thrive.
Thank you sir, really appreciate the continued support. The stories really take a lot longer than the - already long - lore videos, so the kind words are very encouraging.
I love lore videos like this. The only problem is I can never remember is Glubglub is the leader of the mupblorks or if flubplub is the bluschork fluber.
i was surprised to see Sarevok in BG3. not only is he alive (!) but he is a preist of Baal (!!). what the heck! did those Larian guys even see bg 1 and 2?
@@DmSereb ooof minor spoiled a little there, but yea, she is and her story about getting away from a dangerous cult life, pretty much just shot in the foot with where Larian wrote her.
This was an amazing video, overview! Played this game years ago, missed some of this lore. I hope these keep coming and I'll cross my fingers you might take a look at Icewind Dale!
I'm not a gamer but enjoy the stories, lore and artwork. There's a audiobook, Baldurs Gate but its slightly different. I would like to hear this version but this cool too. Thanks
So i randomly came across this video, have never played DnD but have mainly played other RPG's After watching some videos explaining the different races/classes and gods. I have to say this is very interesting :) looking forward to watching your series/ videos about this world!!
@@bartell20j You never read on them the Player character sheet or non that huh? You should look up on them fascinating blue nosed bastards. Dragonlance setting aside those Hobgoblins are terrible.
This is amazing thank you looking forward to bg2 and expansions stories. I know it's not your usual video but if you're a morrowind fan then a vid of the morrowind stories in this style would be crazy good. Subbed for dnd content.
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I just discovered your channel and only watched half of this video plus skimmed through a few others over your videos and I can already say you're the best DND lore TH-camr out there. I'm a DND lore but have been watching channels like mighty glue stick, DM Scotty, Jordan, ECT and I always fantasized finding a channel like yours. Either videos have great visuals that match what is being said but are only 5 to 10 minutes long. Not going into great detail. Or they will be detailed 30 minute videos with just showing the first Page or search results on Google images. This channel is going to grow massive
Wow! Thank you for saying such kind things! I do not know that I deserve that level praise just yet, but the words sure are motivating! :)
I try to make every video better than the last and while that is not always the outcome, its a good principle to work under.
Here is a little peak behind the curtain... there are many times when the production of these videos gets into the 40th or 50th hour and I REALLY do think about cutting some corner to "wrap it up"... but then I find/remember a comment like this and it truly keeps me on track... so sincerel... thank you!
Baldurs gate 3 is my first taste of the world and I'm so hooked into all of it
haha bg1 came with my first pc for free, good days
I started too play DnD in 1980 and the forgotten realms was the best game setting they ever did
I love a lot of settings... Dark Sun and Planescape are among my favorites... but the realms feel like home. :)
❤
Forgotten realms is the top tier setting
Greyhawk was better. Forgotten Realms, and 2nd Eddition in general were rife with player characters being elevated to "godhood" status; as TSR made the move to "un-Gygax" D&D.
Sam, although Dungeons and Dragons Online, the same ne set in Eberron, gave that realm a special place in my heart. Back when DDO first released, oh boy, having a mix of MMO but that was narrated by a DM, it was such a fun time in my gaming history.
As a new BG3 player, I am very appreciative to hear the story about the previous game.
Same. Forgotten Realms as a whole has so much lore and fantasy inspired by Tolkien and the wheel of time, it's amazing.
You guys should try it ❤it's an amazing game
You should play it, from start to finish (BG1 & 2).
Right? I grabbed the novelization on audible but it just felt really off. I guess the official canonization of the story has been updated in the years since the original was released.
new degeneration of turnbased trash Larian garbage
>Gorion's ward
>Not a dual-katana wielding human chainsaw kensai/mage
You had one job lol. I'm kidding, of course.
Kensai/Wizard makes quite some sense!
I sincerely hope you do Baldur's Gate 2. This is helping me catch up on this amazing game and story!
Its definitely on my roadmap, it is just a lot more work than the lore videos so its going to take some time.
Groovy. @@RichesandLiches
This series and the Dragon Age series were my favorites growing up.
Man I missed out on the OG dragon age games but Origins was bloody incredible. So unique to me at the time can’t believe I slept on the predecessors. How did it stack up to the originals for a vet?
BG3 is my first BG/D&D experience, and I’m hooked! Great story video!
You sure brought back some great memories. When this game first came out in the 90's, it reminded me of my younger DnD playing days with childhood friends. Became an instant fan and went on to play all those early titles, BD2 , the ice Wind Dale series and later the Neverwinter Nights. Good Job!
Abdel's story is one I remember as being particularly badly written, to be a canon D&D book. so 'reformats' like this are appreciated.
Thanks for much for the kind words and watching.
i thought there was still debate on whether or not abdel even WAS the canon CHARNAME of BG1+2, since some things do not really check out between the 2 entities
@@erbgorre never considered it more than 'official fanfiction', myself.
@erbgorre Abdel is Canon.
He's a Grand Duke of Baldur's Gate (and one of two remaining Bhaal-Spawn) in the official encounter adventure "Murder in Baldur's Gate" by WotC.
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A blast from the past! Bringing back many good memories from teenage years playing the whole series. Hooked me so bad I read almost entire forgotten realms book series.
Wonderful video. Was great to hear this story again. Will be watching the rest of the series as time allows.
Meee too! I fell in love with the realms back then, and it's been a torrid affair since. Helped me to change my mind about some other things too...
Every 2-3 years, I play Baldurs Gate 1 and 2. I start over, so I can follow my character from level 1 to well above 30. I love these games, and the expansions just gives a bit more flavor. BG 2 is my favourite game of all time. Now I will go play them again from level 1
Damn that's a true fan
I do the same with the Age of Empires game series
@ndk0 Are you familiar with all the mods from Weidu and Ascension? I'm sure you are, as a true fan, but if not, I encourage you to check them out. They add so much to an already wonderful game without disrupting the atmosphere or lore of the original. Ascension is created by the original developers as a labor of love.
I did that for a long time, then stopped about 5 years or so because I played them so much I felt like I killed it. Then I played them again a few weeks ago from the beginning... and they're still great. Almost done with Throne of Bhaal.
I gotten Baldur's Gate 1 & Baldur's Gate 2 on my Nintendo Switch a few years ago even before Baldur's Gate became popular from Baldur's Gate 3 & loved playing it a lot & I eventually got an Xbox SeriesX for my birthday & finally played Baldur's Gate 3 & LOVED it & in my mind it is cannon that The Baldur's Gate 1 & 2 protagonist is a Half-Orc & same thing with Baldur's Gate 3.
As a huge fan of Forgotten Realms and a D&D player and one who has read the novel series and played all the Baldur’s Gate games from PC to video game consoles you did a great job of retelling this epic story that I find on par with lord of the rings.👍🏼👍🏼💯
GO FOR THE EYES!!! GO FOR THE EYES!!!! ARRRRRRGGGGGHHHH!!!!
I remember watching my dad play bdg 1 when I was little. Soon after I found his collection on second edition books. I’ve been I love with storytelling ever since.
I ran a level 10 berserker, 30 Mage. Special weapon staff 5 levels. Boss killing machine.😊
Definitely sounds like it! :)
40th level Paladin here
I took staff because staff of the Magi could dispel magic on hit. I forget what the % was but when hasted and Berserk I could hit the target about 10 times. Awesome 🤪
I never did any Modulals for dnd. I started in 2005 when I turned 5. But I have adored the lore of dnd for the longest time
All my manuals have Gary Gygax’s name on the spine…
Love Forgotten Realms but Greyhawk is where it started…
Greyhawk was awesome. It's what we always played
Yeah, or Lankhmar. But: The poverty and squalor of #Greyhawk somehow were blend-out of my fond memories. The novels were cool!
New sub! This is amazing and I’m only like 5 minutes in. Thank you for this. It’s so nostalgic and refreshing at the same time with all the illustrations. Hoping you do BG2 and character origins at some point, but I have no doubt this kind of quality takes time. Take it! I’ll be here 😊
Its pretty obvious that Abdel lost the final confrontation with his half brother Veikang that cost him his life. In Throne of Bhaal Abdel gave up his devinity to become a regular mortal meaning his connection with Bhaal was severed, he lost all his devine essence and Bhaalspawn powers like Imoen, it also becomes paifully clear that he lost his ability to become rhe slayer as whell. So that ambiguity of who lost the final confrontation makes little sence as its pretty obvious Abdel Adrian was defeated by Veikang who became the Slayer and was killed by the flaming fist.
What i find weird is why Veikang confronted Abdel at all, because when Abdel gave up his devinity Veikang was the absolute last Bhaalspawn remaining
I remeber the original games but had forgotten most of this. Thanks for refreshing my memory. Great vid!
You are very welcome... and thank you for watching and commenting as usual! :)
I’ve burned through all your videos in about 3 days and now I’m starving for content lol. As someone who knows little about dnd and hasn’t played it ( but I intend to soon when life allows) I can freely say I don’t mind what videos you make. Hell, heavens, fey wild, intricate details about magic , different gods, areas of faerûn, how magic items are made, evil cults, elemental planes, cities, I don’t mind. I will watch anything because I know you’ll do it justice.
Or time.ines of the world, famous people, weapons…. I don’t mind
Yey r&l noticed me!
Well there's 4 or 5 decades worth of writing he can draw from...
I grew up with this stuff. It's pretty interesting. With the right group of people, it's an awesome backdrop to run campaigns with.
And when you make your character, don't fret too much at the beginning. We all start off weak AF. Don't spend too much time worrying about it.
Of course i did... I read every single comment and try to reply to as many as father time will allow. :)
Baldurs Gate 3 has introduced me to such a vast world full of lore and history. I never played the actual physical game but this is my new obsession. I loved the games mechanics, history and lore. I want more. This is literally so good. I cannot wait for this game to be made a show or movie. Literally the new game of thrones
Super kind of you to say, thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. I do have BG2 and BG3 on my roadmap and hope to have them complete sooner rather than later :)
This fan art made me realize Abdel is very " Bane" like. (Vise versa)
just bought BG3 for the weekend :D watching these lore recaps of the first two while it downloads !
Damn, this was amazing. Sir, you earned yourself a sub from me and I'm sending this to all my friends who play BG3. I can't wait for your story for BG2!
Thank you for the watch and the kind words... very much appreciated!
These are incredible. Obviously labors of love. I’m sure the consistency will see your subscribers grow.
From your mouth (and fingers) to the YT Gods ears (and algorithm!)
Thank you! /bow
Thorough as always! I had been waiting for your next submission, and it definitely did not disappoint. It is obvious how much time and effort you invest into each video!
That statement has never been more true than with those stories... they take sooo long!
Thanks for watching and the kind words!
Pretty awesome to see all these newcomers to BG series. Thanks Riches and Liches!
I killed Drizzt for Twinkle and IcingDeath and I'd do it again in BG1!
Abdel a human? Says you! Mine was Dyl Lannson the Gnome
"Your quest is VAIN!!!!!!!" Anybody that has played the first one will know.
"We're all doooomed!!!"
The bustle of the city makes me feel...insignificant.
"Go for the eyes Boo... go for the eyes!!"
Will you do something similar for BG2? I really love this video and would like to know what happened in BG2 including the expansion.
Short answer -Yes :)
@@RichesandLiches Nice! Can't wait to check that one out. 😁🍻
I really enjoyed this! I would love to hear you do the other expansions and sequels.
Well done. This came out when I was a freshman in college, and I picked it up some time in the first year. Played it then and several more times since. The second is probably the better game, but I have more good memories surrounding this one.
Keep up the good work.
Ah but have you played siege of dragonspear....it's bg1.5 tells what took place between one and 2
@@degarius1832 You've got me on that one. I'll have to look into it.;
Great series and very easy to listen to voice over thank you!!!
This is fantastic. So well thought out. This reminds me of masterful DM storytelling in a well run tabletop game!
Super kind of you to say, thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment. I cannot tell you how motivating words like these are... /bow
I will say that the stakes have risen quite a bit since BG1. The price of iron isn't that big of a deal.
I'm on my second playthrough in BG3, it's an amazing RPG, can be considered among the pantheons of greatest games of all time. So I knew I couldn't dedicate the time to play BG1 and 2, hence this video is just what I need.
This was really nice to listen to. Can't wait for part 2.
Just an idea - you could also videos on specific quest lines or locations in the baldurs gate universe, for example I’d love for you to do a video on Durlag’s Tower. Also, individual characters like Minsc, Jon Irenicus, etc. I love your baldurs gate content. I have played the games but I am not familiar with the larger DnD universe. So, your content that goes through the game stuff and ties it into the larger world is very helpful and satisfying - it touches my nostalgia for these games but also educates me about their origins and larger connections.
Those are some great ideas and i have jotted them down. I have some really grand plans for the new year, having learned a lot of good but hard lessons in 23!
Thanks for the comments and stay tuned, lots more coming.
Ya I the only major thing I don't like about this retelling is the absence of my favorite bg characters Misc and Boo. May not be the best tank but damn if he isn't the funniest and most lovable in my opinion. Also looking forward to the next part. I wonder if it will be siege of dragonspear or shadows of amn.
Looking forward to more Baldur’s Gate lore and if you haven’t, Temple of Elemental Evil lore.
Really good storytelling, although some things are not canon (you can hardly defeat Sarevok on your own e.g., because of his other goons present), but hey, most things seem canon, and you slowly build tension of storytelling, while also creating temporary release now and then, in what seems a very natural way.
It is sad though that you mention nothing of Minsc or Dynaheir, who also belong to the canon party of BG1. Would have been nice with fleeting mention of a few other possible party members, Abdel either declining their offers, or only keeping them in the party for a short while, so as to not make the story far too long.
You are not wrong... I was trying to stay true to my first playthrough memories from so many years ago, but the story would have been enhanced by adding both. You can fully expect a more "creative" telling with Minsc included in the BG 2 story that is in the works.
Very good telling of the story, thank you.
I am very glad you enjoyed... thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!
The forgotten realms was excellent, but I truly miss Grayhawk and Gord the Rogue
I never comment on lore videos. I must say I've been following your lore videos from day one. I'm running Decent into Avernus and your videos on the Hells have inspired me. The great story art in my eyes is some of the best I've seen. Riley Tome Keeper : ) is great! Your lore videos on the lich are equally impressive. This is why I think you would do an impressive video on two liches that don't get much love in D&D lore. One is Szass Tam who got some recognition from the "Honor Amongest Thieves" D&D movie. I've seen very few videos of him and the ones that I have maybe one is good. The other is a Netherness lich Larloch. This one you might find interesting. Both are from the Forgotten Realms setting. With your in-depth reacher and eye for detail. I think you would knock it out of the park! Keep up the good work it hasn't gone unnoticed!! Now on to this Baldur's Gate lore!
I have Szass Tam on my roadmap and just wrote down Larloch (The Shadow King)... so they will be coming.
When you say you never comment its like your saying he should be thankful that you commented on his video lol
Great video! never really comment on things but felt this deserved a kudos
I am glad you enjoyed it and really appreciate the time and comments! Hope you stick around, a lot more coming. :)
I love everything about this ive watched this 3 times already ..keep it going!
I played these new i was a young freshmen dang im getting old ❤your vids
Loved BG2 in high school. Never got around to playing the first one so this is a great summary. Liked and subscribed.
Awesome, once again. You have the voice for it too! Thank you tons.
Thanks for watching and commenting, really appreciate the time and kind words!
Cant wait for baldurs gate 2 story video
Blessings of the youtube algorithm upon ye
Fantastic combination of story and art! Please MOAR!!!
I am hard at work on content, i promise! :)
Thank you for the kind words.
Well seems auto play gave me some good content for once. Fantastic video bud. Made my day at work a breeze.
Thank you for watching and commenting!
Epic! Subscribed! I love things like this. Great job!
Brilliant work!! I have been looking for a D&D channel to inspire .......found.
As someone who just finished bg3. I was delighted to hear this fantastic story about bg1. Especially since Jaheira and Khalid was among the main party. And Sarevok too, no wonder he bears deep grudge to Jaheira and the harpers. I'm new to the lore of dnd and baldur's gate and I may not have the time to play the previous iterations so I appreciate this storytelling coupled with good voice acting. It was fun to listen to. Now I'm off to find the next chapter.
Unfortunately, Khalid is not in BG3, he had passed away long before the events of the game. You may be referring to Jaheira's close friend Minsc, though.
@@RobThePrincess he was not there in the flesh but he was introduced to me once I came to Jaheira's secret hideout. She even got his scimitar back that had a short mention on one of the books there.
I want a open world, free to wander, storied, world builder like war & starcraft yet Baldur's gate too.
Karma system.
Enhanced edition graphics.
If you have the stuff then voice acting & all too for character creation.
We should call it; Abeir-Toril starting with....THE BEGINNING. 🧐
However, Dabiorn's magic would prove n match for the might of Story Mode
Awesome work collecting fan art and narrating ! Really liked this style of story telling
More to come! Thank you for the kind words!
is not fan art collection is Ai Art, big diference, i like the storytelling thou
This is almost entirely generative AI art. Sorry, can't support that bullshit. I like your storytelling, and I appreciate the format, though.
@@nicolasmunoz2264 agreed. I feel like it's kind of wrong and deceptive for the creator to accept praise for collecting fan art and not point out or correct them to let them know that it's not fan art, and was AI generated. There's nothing wrong with using Midjourney or Dall-E to bring a story to life for others, but misleading people into believing that it's fan art is dishonest imo.
Fan art or AI art, I am here for it!
Excellent my guy. Notifications are on. Can’t wait to
See more!
Awesome! Thank you so much!
This is some of the best content on TH-cam. And while I am sure the workload is a massive undertaking I’d LOVE to see you tackle the expansions and BG2 as well.
This is an amazing quality channel. I hope I can inspire you by saying this is an amazing channel with incredible quality. I really hope you do a Baldur’s Gate 2 equivalent of this because there is none other on TH-cam.
Thank you fr the kind words, really appreciated!
BG 2 is in the pipeline.
Thank you so much for making such an amazing video for the fan base!!!
Just found the channel and I’m loving it! Keep it up!
Welcome! Thank you for the time and kind words!
Absolute perfection storytelling. Thank you.
No... thank you. This channel exists because of this awesome community!
Today you have earned a new patron... Thank you for your service...
Wow... thank you my friend. I really appreciate the support. Makes these 80 hour weeks worth it.
@@RichesandLiches You are velcome
Liked, subbed, commented, give me the next one!! Notification is on! Well done 👏
Mystery in x the Kersh.
ArchipelagO.
Absolutely fantastic! I hope that you are able to do the other two games.
I have already started some pre-production on BG2.
Thank you for the time and the kind words. :)
@@RichesandLiches omg yessss! This is such amazing news!!!!
Great work! This one must have taken some serious blood sweat and tears. Thanks for a truly epic video. The art work was amazing as always. The voice work the best of any of your videos. Can't wait for the next one. It has been a great journey watching your channel grow from the first day till now. Looking forward to seeing it continue grow and thrive.
Thank you sir, really appreciate the continued support. The stories really take a lot longer than the - already long - lore videos, so the kind words are very encouraging.
I really enjoyed this. Thank you.
I love lore videos like this. The only problem is I can never remember is Glubglub is the leader of the mupblorks or if flubplub is the bluschork fluber.
You did a very good job on this due to following the original story line closely and adding your own images.
I like your story better than the dish we got in BG1 back then! Please, make a video game about it.
i was surprised to see Sarevok in BG3. not only is he alive (!) but he is a preist of Baal (!!). what the heck! did those Larian guys even see bg 1 and 2?
i was also thinking about this alot, same with Viconia DeVir, kinda butchered their stories.
@@jameslynch2110 is she there too?
@@DmSereb ooof minor spoiled a little there, but yea, she is and her story about getting away from a dangerous cult life, pretty much just shot in the foot with where Larian wrote her.
Please do BG2
This was an amazing video, overview!
Played this game years ago, missed some of this lore.
I hope these keep coming and I'll cross my fingers you might take a look at Icewind Dale!
I can't promise it will be soon... but I definitely have it on my roadmap, great games! They hold a special place in my memory. :)
I'm not a gamer but enjoy the stories, lore and artwork. There's a audiobook, Baldurs Gate but its slightly different. I would like to hear this version but this cool too. Thanks
I'm doing my first BG run through because of this video and let me just say, thank you!! Even in 2024 this story and game are amazing 🔥
So i randomly came across this video, have never played DnD but have mainly played other RPG's
After watching some videos explaining the different races/classes and gods.
I have to say this is very interesting :) looking forward to watching your series/ videos about this world!!
1 and 2 were mint.
Please yes! Part 2! Huzzah!
As one who loves Hobgoblins the representation of the A.I "Hobgoblin" angered me but the story is great.
If you knew how many throw aways I had just to get what I put in there, you might weep for me :) but you are not wrong, the hobgoblin could be better!
You love hobgoblins? That's a new one 😮
@@bartell20j You never read on them the Player character sheet or non that huh? You should look up on them fascinating blue nosed bastards. Dragonlance setting aside those Hobgoblins are terrible.
Shar! Guide my hand!
This is amazing thank you looking forward to bg2 and expansions stories. I know it's not your usual video but if you're a morrowind fan then a vid of the morrowind stories in this style would be crazy good. Subbed for dnd content.
keep up the great work
Great job! Classic game! Keep up the awesome content!
Thanks! Will do!
No Minsc or Boo is almost sacrilegious.
Yeah, I understand. Apologies.
No butt-kicking for goodness = saddlebag squeeks
Jeez are you kidding? Everyone knows the bhallspawn's called CHARNAME....
Well played sir! :)
Great video!
He doesn't face that first mage until the Friendly Arm, then finds the first bounty note
I definitely think you should do the expansion and sequels!
oh the trance like state .. this is gonna be good
I didn't realize that the Bhaalspawn who rejected Bhaal which Jaheira and Minsc kept referencing in BG3 was the protagonist of BG1
Very interesting. Good narration. ❤️
Thanks for giving it a watch Red... you have been around here since the beginning, always look forward to your feedback, good or constructive :)
Thank you. I fear for Abdel. If this were my character.... I would be terrified.
I've never been one to trade control for power.
Amazing content
AWESOME!!!
Do you have a link/credit for the art you use? It is amazing and I’d love some of them as wallpapers
Image credit attributed in the videos but the vast majority of the art I own the rights to. I have a commercial license to create and own. I have HD image packs on my patreon, but I also post images in the community tab for all.
If you have a specific image you'd like, feel free to shoot me an email and I would be happy to send you the HD of it (include specifics including video and timestamp so I can locate it for you).
richesandliches@gmail.com
No Minsk? 😔
Part 2 perhaps? :)