Yes, this is a remake of the original NWN's OC. Or at least the start of it.
Original story, original characters, all in the improved graphics of NWN2.
BUT...there are some things I should note before I get anyone's hopes too high.
1) First off, this is my first module to make with the NWN2 Toolset, ever! Also, all my script programming is self taught, done by trial and error and observing existing scripts. I still haven't discovered everything that the NWN Toolset has to offer, but I gave this my best shot. Constructive criticism is welcomed, of course, and I'll probably be getting a lot of it. Some helpful tutoring would be welcomed as well wherever.
2) This is a Beta version. I Alpha tested this as a Human, Male Paladin, my favorite class, and things seemed to work out well enough. How it works with others, I'm not so sure. I did alter the scripts to make this module Warlock playable, and they seemed to work okay. Not certain at the time of release, however.
3) Don't expect this to play EXACTLY like the original. For example:
a) This module is NOT a tutorial. I'm assuming you already know how to play using the NWN2 controls.
b) I've eliminated all the lengthy tutorial conversations. Bim was pretty much all this, so he doesn't make an appearance.
c) Pavel is a fully controllable companion. He doesn't gain any exp or levels, but he'll be gone by the end of the mod.
d) Dismissing Pavel causes him to respawn at spot where you first joined up instead of where you dismissed him.
4) This is just the Prelude. The mod ends when you exit the Stables.
5) Some assembly required. Please follow the instructions in the readme. You'll also need your own copy of NWN1 in order to see the opening and closing movies. This is not meant to be a copyright challenge, so I won't be making everything availible online.
6) Lastly, don't expect a remake of Chapter 1 to be released anytime soon, and please don't ask me for an ETA, 'cause I don't know. I'm just one guy who's trying to start college, and I have enough pressure from real life as it is.
I hope you all enjoy taking this trip down memory lane as you explore the NWN Academy. Seeing Aribeth, Fenthick, Desther, and even Pavel, in a new way really brushed the dust of this personal favorite of mine. Hey, it was the first module I ever finished. That's got to count for something, right?
My thanks go out to Nytir for the excellent rendition of Aribeth's armor. To Cyric_the_Dark for the Yaun-ti reskin. And of course to the Bioware team for making the original NeverWinter Nights.
WARNING!!!
This module has two points where it auto-saves the game! If you want to keep your current auto-save file, say, one for another mod, back it up before playing!
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Update 01/05/08: Some bugs debugged, at the ones I figured out how to fix.
1) Pavel will speak more slowly when saying good-bye.
2) Olgerd has learned the wisdom of finishing a conversation before opening shop.
3) Herban has gotten over his predjudice of monks and now accepts them as fighters.
4) Ketta will no longer speak in the cryptic code of "repeat one thing and mean something else."
5) Desther advised Fenthick that they should put away their crossbows before speaking, and, of course, Fenthick listens.
Zip version of the .mod file. Updated 01/05/08. Unzip to "C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\My Documents\Neverwinter Nights 2\modules" or wherever your module file is.
Zip version of the Resource file. Contains the readme.txt file and everything that you should unzip to "C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\My Documents\Neverwinter Nights 2\override" or wherever your override file is.
Rar version of the Resource file. Contains the readme.txt file and everything that you should unrar to "C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\My Documents\Neverwinter Nights 2\override" or wherever your override file is.
Rar version of the .mod file. Updated 01/05/08. Unrar to "C:\Documents and Settings\Owner\My Documents\Neverwinter Nights 2\modules" or wherever your module file is.
Shivarkah Viswords, Thank you for putting this together, I certainly enjoyed myself. I really enjoyed all the voice overs, they were extremely well done, are these from the NWN 1 O.C.? _________________________ Help is good when asked for, Better when needed. Gaming Parents Studios
Posted by willenzor at on02/17/08
do we have any volunteers? i'd love to hear someone will take the job cuz i'd love to see it done. i dont have any building skills or i'd do it myself.
Posted by Filgrind at on02/17/08
Very good adaptation. Excacltly as NWN1. Thank you
Posted by johnrbelt at 2008-02-1703:00:40
I for one appreciate your letting everyone know your desire to put this project aside and the offer to allow someone to continue in your stead. I wish others that start a project would do the same. Many very good ideas just stop. If people would put what they have finished up for general use, I am sure many of these projects would see the light of day eventually. Thanks for what you have done and good luck on any future endeavors. _________________________ Failure is not an option
Posted by Filgrind at on02/17/08
I dont't understand if I have to put all the folders, as they are in the override folder or if I only put the files in the ovverride and not the differents folders. Could someone answer me please ?
Posted by isa0005 at 01:42:09 Voted10.00
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I'M MELTING! Not really it is a great pity to hear that one such as your self has so easily "given up" the task that I think quite possibly would have been something great but I suppose that?s the way things are. Any way just so you know if you do choose to keep on going know that you will have some one waiting in anticipation and excitement and I am sure I am not the only one. Good luck and farewell isa0005
Posted by Shivarkah at 2008-02-1621:31:11
I've been reluctant to say this, but it needs to be said. How to put this so I don't have an angry mob coming after me... Sorry to dissapoint, especially for such a big item as this, but I'm going to have to put this project on hold...possibly indefinitely. If anyone feels the desire to finish what I could not, please feel free to, and good luck with those city exteriors as I've discovered that the NWN1 and NWN2 buildings have NOTHING in common. As for my myself, I'm bidding the community a fond farewell for now. My thanks to those that downloaded, voted, and commented, and my apologies to those who's hopes I've shattered. It was fun while it lasted, everyone. Thanks again.
Posted by ericdoman at on02/15/08
Surprised at lack of votes and probably downloads. This was based on NWN OC, it kicked off NWN! Played through with a cleric (intention of becoming a stormlord) and OK for a few hours gaming. Only prob for me is I must have downloaded incorrectly as no voices. My fault there. Looking forward to anything new of which I will definitely give it a go. thank you for your time
Posted by isa0005 at 15:39:02 Voted10.00
I demmand you finish this i have been waiting ages and i was getting really exsited comn man how long can it take!!!
Posted by quickthorn at 2008-02-1111:14:42
A promising start, although I've got to admit that I was always quite so-so about the OC and would much rather see a remake (with a couple of missing dialogues added) for HOTU. (Sidenote to eric_the_blue - I tried the same as you and got the same problem). I couldn't find any huge bugs with the Prelude and it ran smoothly. With the last couple of cutscenes it feels like there could be a few small tweaks. Fenthick needs to face Desther when he's talking to him and also Pavel's gestures during the 'you saved my life' talk were wildly exaggerated - perhaps cut down on the animations in that scene somewhat.
10 - A Masterpiece, Genuinely Groundbreaking 9 - Outstanding, a Must Have 8 - Excellent, Recommended to Anyone 7 - Very Good, Deserves a Look 6 - Good, Qualified Recommendation 5 - Fair, Solid yet Unremarkable 4 - Some Merit, Requires Improvements 3 - Poor Execution, Potential Unrealized 2 - Very Little Appeal 1 - Not Recommended to Anyone
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