Baldur's Gate 3 DLC

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Descriptionh1. "{{fa(dice-d20, color=#555, size=2x)}}    The Gathering Storm":http://192.168.50.10:3010/projects/baulders-gate-3-dlc Here is a comprehensive project management setup for creating a Baldur’s Gate 3 DLC storyline, structured for use in a professional or fan-driven development context. This setup assumes you are developing an unofficial or prototype DLC narrative module, and can be adapted for full-scale collaboration with Larian Studios or a modding team. h2. 1. Goals and Objectives *Primary Goal*: Create a fully integrated DLC storyline for Baldur’s Gate 3 that expands the existing narrative with a new quest arc, new characters, and a unique location, fitting within the Forgotten Realms lore. *Objectives*: * Develop a self-contained, high-impact narrative arc that can be slotted into Act 2 or post-Act 3. * Introduce 1–2 recruitable companions, a morally complex antagonist, and an entirely new explorable region. * Create branching dialogue, cinematic sequences, and multiple endings. * Ensure mechanical balance and narrative consistency with core game systems (combat, skill checks, reactions, etc.). * Support modding tools or engine integration with Larian’s scripting tools (if available). h2. 2. Scope *Included in Scope*: * A 4–6 hour questline with cinematic dialogue, choices, and combat. * 1 new region (e.g., an Underdark pirate port or haunted planar island). * 2–4 new NPCs with full dialogue trees and companion approval systems. * Multiple quest resolutions (moral choices, character deaths, loyalty splits). * 2–3 new monsters, 3–5 new magical items, and a handful of spells or features. *Out of Scope*: * Total conversion or systems-level overhaul. * New classes or major ruleset changes. * Full voice acting (unless externally sourced). h2. 3. Deliverables |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Type* |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Description* | | Narrative Design Document | Quest arc, branching decisions, emotional beats | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Dialogue Scripts |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Companion and quest NPC dialogue, reactions, approvals | | Cinematic Sequence Map | List of cutscenes with camera movements and triggers | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Quest Journal Entries |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Log text for each stage of the questline | | Level Design Blockout | Greybox map for new region with encounter markers | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Combat Encounters |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Stat blocks, battlefield designs, encounter logic | | Game Assets List | Needed models, animations, music, and sound | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Technical Integration Plan |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Scripts, triggers, flags, and Larian modding tools | | Testing Checklists | QA test passes, bug logging, and player path coverage | h2. 4. Target Audience * Fans of Baldur’s Gate 3 seeking extended content post-campaign. * Players interested in deep lore, faction intrigue, or morally complex decisions. * Dungeon Masters and storytellers who want inspiration for tabletop ports. * Modders looking for high-quality narrative modules. h2. 5. Milestones & Timeline |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Milestone* |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Timeline* |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Deliverables* | | Preproduction | Week 1–2 | Narrative concept, theme, and quest hook | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Design Phase |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Week 3–6 |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Dialogue trees, quest logic, maps, encounters | | Prototype Phase | Week 7–9 | Implement core quest path with greybox map | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Alpha Build |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Week 10 |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Fully playable path with placeholder assets | | Beta Build | Week 12 | Polished branching paths, partial visuals/sound | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Final Build |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Week 14 |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Complete version with all assets and polish | | Community Testing | Week 15–16 | Open playtest or early access release | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Release |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Week 17 |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Upload to NexusMods / Steam Workshop / Larian Mod Tools | h2. 6. Core Modules and Tasks h3. Narrative Development * Design core theme, stakes, and emotional arc * Write branching dialogues and cinematics * Define choices and consequences trees * Companion loyalty paths or romance options (if any) h3. Game Design & Mechanics * Enemy stat blocks, scripted abilities, and AI behavior * Skill check DCs, puzzle logic, and reward balancing * Custom weapons, magic items, or terrain interactions h3. Level Design * World region layout (caves, strongholds, towns) * Environmental storytelling (visual cues, item placement) * Encounter pacing and traversal flow h3. Cinematics & Dialogue * Timeline of events and camera angles * Facial animations and expressions * Dialogue flags (approval, branching outcomes) h3. Scripting & Integration * Lua or visual scripting for quest logic * Triggers, variables, journal updates, encounter start points * Integration with core Baldur's Gate 3 campaign if needed h3. QA & Playtesting * Functional testing: triggers, flags, outcomes * Balance testing: enemies, loot, experience pacing * Branch testing: ensure all decisions play out cleanly h2. 7. Risks and Considerations |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Risk* |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Mitigation* | | Incompatibility with official updates | Use modular scripting, follow Larian update notes | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Voice acting limitations |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Use text-only or minimal vocal placeholders | | Branching complexity | Limit to 2–3 meaningful branches per scene | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Lore conflicts with Forgotten Realms canon |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Anchor events in underdeveloped lore regions | | AI pathing and scripting bugs | Thorough greybox testing before final map pass | h3. 8. Tools and Platforms |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Tool* |{background-color:grey; color:white}. *Use* | | Larian Studios Modding Tools | Map design, scripting, game integration | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Trello / Redmine / Notion |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Task tracking and documentation | | Twine / Articy:Draft | Narrative structure and branching dialogue planning | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Blender / Daz3D / Photoshop |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Custom asset creation (if needed) | | OBS / Premiere Pro | Promo videos, trailers, internal reviews | |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Discord / GitHub |{background-color:whitesmoke}. Team communication and version control | | NexusMods / Steam Workshop | Distribution platform | h2. Summary This project structure supports the development of a professional-grade DLC storyline for Baldur’s Gate 3, allowing for deep player choice, high-impact storytelling, and integration with modding platforms or official tools.

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