Description: A single player module designed primarily for young children. (My five year old daughter is very interested in NWN. Since I couldn�t find an appropriate module for her, I made one myself.) Find the missing dragon, rescue Cody, collect her allowance, and find hidden gems.
Content Rating: G This module was developed for my five year old daughter. There is no violence or weapons of any kind. The cast of characters does include a skeleton, a giant beetle, and a giant spider.
**Note: to ensure that the player cannot inadvertently (or intentionally) attack NPCs, please set the game�s difficulty level to normal or lower. If I can find a way to avoid this problem without adjusting the difficulty level, I will update the modules accordingly. **
**Note: This has been corrected in version 1.0.1 (currently available) All areas are set to no PvP regardless of the difficulty setting.**
Character: I recommend that you use a halfling or gnome (for the desired diminutive stature). Level and class are irrelevant as no special skills or spells are required. Furthermore, no experience is gained for completing the various quests. That said, playing a wizard can be fun because they can summon familiars and cast cantrips.
There are three versions of the module.
1. Missing Dragon (v1.0.2): This is the original version that was personalized for my own daughter (Fiona). If you play this version, I recommend that you either use the character provided or another female character named Fiona. The use of any other name could result in an identity crisis. The use of a male character could result in an inadequate wardrobe. This module can be customized for your own child. Please see Missing Dragon Tips.rtf for suggestions and instructions.
2. Missing Dragon G (v1.0.2): This version has been tailored for female players (with respect to wardrobe and henchman). No specific player name is required.
3. Missing Dragon B (v1.0.2): This version has been tailored for male players (with respect to wardrobe and henchman). No specific player name is required.
Special Features: Look for a usable easel, writing desk, oven, and food items as well as usable mounts.
If you would like to customize this module for your own child, please see the Missing Dragon Tips file for suggestions and instructions. This file was last updated on May 6, 2007.
Using Horses:
There are two classes of horses in the module: horses that you own and horses that you don't presently own. At the start of the game, you own the two horses in your barn and you may purchase any of the horses at the stables in the village.
You may only mount a horse that you own. One of the options in the conversation file for a horse in your possession is �mount horse�. Selecting this option will cause you to mount the horse. If your henchman is present and there is another horse in your possession present, they will mount too. Upon mounting, a dismount token will appear in your inventory. To dismount, use the token. This will cause you and your henchman to dismount. Selecting the conversation option �send horse home� will send the horse to your barn.
To purchase a horse from the stables, go to the stables office and speak with Varia. If you have at least 25gp, you will have the option of purchasing a horse. If you purchase a horse, you will receive a receipt. Take the receipt to the stables barn and engage a horse in conversation. If there is a receipt in your possession, one of the options will be �purchase horse.�
Update October 30, 2008: Uploaded Images.
Update May 29, 2009: Added a re-mastered version of the original module by Barry_1066. This version requires only CEP v2.2 and includes a number of enhancements to improve the look and feel of the game.
Wow, I finally crossed the ten vote threshold! Thanks everyone. When I originally posted this module, I expected a download count in the dozens at most. Between the different versions, the download count is now approximately 530. My daughter is starting to get bored with Missing Dragon, so I need to get more serious about finishing my next project. _________________________ Missing Dragon Forest Coast Add On
Posted by Makeham at 2008-03-1315:35:07
Maddyanne, thanks for the vote and your comments! I agree that changing the player?s appearance is critical feature for this age group. My daughter can spend hours just changing the player?s and henchman?s clothes. Sacred Nym, thanks for the vote! _________________________ Missing Dragon Forest Coast Add On
Posted by Maddyanne at on03/09/08
I think this is the last module I started before building ate me. I loved getting to use the easel and baking different things. I can't wait till Katie is old enough to play this. A note on heads--- I always play as a female character, so I don't know about the choices available for boys, but both the gnome female head with the hair ribbon and the halfling female head with the little beret make good child heads and don't look incongruously old. You have to be able to visibly change clothes or it's just not as much fun. _________________________ Madeleine
Posted by Sacred at on03/07/08
Haven't played but the concept is a great idea IMO.
Posted by Makeham at 2008-02-2904:13:56
That's a good idea. I'll keep it in mind for possible sequels. _________________________ Missing Dragon Forest Coast Add On
Posted by hmdai at 21:58:20 Voted9.50
hmm...maybe you could export the model of child head, put it into the hak and let the player choose that head model during character creation? _________________________ Overlooked Module Report February 2009 | Master List | Forum Thread Academy of Modding Excellence Romance Module List Horror Module Collection Starlight's favorite module list
Posted by Makeham at 2008-02-2603:35:28
The problem with the child models is that their appearance doesn't change when they equip outfits and changing outfits is a big part of the appeal to my girls. _________________________ Missing Dragon Forest Coast Add On
Posted by hmdai at 02:12:32 Voted9.50
Makeham, I just use the unmount token outside the entrance of dragon cave and they just disappear. I will try again later to see how can I encounter this problem. Although you suggest to create a character using gnome or halfling as race, the original design for them are young adults or adults and their face are a bit too old for the theme. Is it possible to generate some characters which are children and then include them into the module? I think this will more consistent with the theme. _________________________ Overlooked Module Report February 2009 | Master List | Forum Thread Academy of Modding Excellence Romance Module List Horror Module Collection Starlight's favorite module list
Posted by Makeham at 2008-02-2312:22:46
peej0000, What a fabulous idea. I?m glad you thought of it. I updated the category for this module today and I look forward to seeing other content in this category (I am still working on my sequel to missing dragon, but it is very slow going). Regards, Makeham _________________________ Missing Dragon Forest Coast Add On
Posted by Makeham at 2008-02-2312:21:05
hmdai (aka Starlight), Thanks for taking a look at the module and for your vote. I?m not sure what could be going wrong with the horses. Upon dismount, they are supposed to remain close to their original position unless you send them home through the dialog option. The only exception is when you are transported from the tower to the dragons? lair upon reaching the missing dragon. If you left your horse(s) outside the tower, they are moved to a location just outside the dragon cave. Thanks again, Makeham _________________________ Missing Dragon Forest Coast Add On
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