You know what would be AWESOME!?? If they could release the new BGEE manual BEFORE the release date! It would be great for someone like me who is anticipating their first real playthrough, (although I did play around with the original 12 years ago but didn't make it very far because it wasn't my game.) I would love to go through it before, then I can just jump right into the game when it comes out.
I would love to brush up on the lore before playing. Also, because I'm super-ignorant on D&D rules and stuff like that, the second part of the manual would be handy to read before-hand too!
I think it would be a really nice (and free) treat for all of us pre-orderers to have early access to this manual. What does everyone else think?
CONTENT ENHANCEMENTS
New, three-part PDF manual.
BG:EE will come with a brand new manual in PDF format, comprising three different books: —
Volo's Guide to Baldur's Gate — Manual the First, a guide to the lore of the Sword Coast, its locales, and the most notable people and creatures you may encounter on your way through it;
Volo's Manual for All Things Magical — Manual the Second, a guide to the AD&D rules that govern the game, as well as to the spells and magic items you may find while adventuring;
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition — A User's Guide, by Volo, a comprehensive in-depth guide to the Graphic User Interface and gameplay of BG:EE.
Just like the original Baldur's Gate's manual, these books, too, feature quotes from Volothamp Geddarm and Elminster scattered throughout their pages.
I would love to brush up on the lore before playing. Also, because I'm super-ignorant on D&D rules and stuff like that, the second part of the manual would be handy to read before-hand too!
I think it would be a really nice (and free) treat for all of us pre-orderers to have early access to this manual. What does everyone else think?