Grachus Options

[Lemernis]

I hate to admit it, but I wonder if Grachus's Wind Horrors are too much for the particular party I'm using. My guess is I could probably take Grachus and only the three summoned undead humans. But not along with those four Horrors as well.

I'm using an unconventional party composition, and I guess it's now catching up with me:

PC Wild Mage 7
Imoen Thief 8
Minsc Berserker 8 (via Drew's mini-mod)
Xzar Necomancer 7
Tiax Cleric 6/Thief 7
Finch Cleric 7

I just cannot seem to find a way to fend off Grachus' seven powerful undead summons. I'm at the point where I'm considering going back to a pre-Grey Clan save and leaving this adventure for a future, more conventional party.

Before I give up, any thoughts on how I can get defeat Grachus with this bunch?

(Note: I'm playing with Sword Coast Stratagems installed. I have no idea if those amazing AI tweaks overlap with TGC's content or not, but they don't appear to.)

This post has been edited by Lemernis: Sep 6 2006, 06:44 PM

[Baronius]

With a BG1 party, I am taking on an opponent who best I can reckon would probably defeat some of the most formidable enemies in Throne of Bhaal. Why am I even attempting this, lol?

CHARNAME and his party often faces higher level enemies, though not as much more powerful as in Grey Clan, but well, you've powerful allies too, as you've said. A story where you're not the big saviour and hero, just *one* hero from many.

What's the main problem anyway? Grachus regenerates too fast? Destroys everyone?
How much damage can you deal to him? Do you have too many missed attacks?

The power of Grachus is enormous, but still limited. He has three Blue Tattoos, and one Necromantic Soul Split. If you manage to get so far that he is forced to use the latter ability, you can be sure that his power has significantly decreased.

I still recommend Damien. Compared the effort you've made so far to win this battle, it's not a big trouble if you lure him to Lord Jesacco. They're one of the best warriors of Amn. Hint: Grachus knows how powerful Tergius and the Elite Flaming Fist is, but he thinks he can easily slay some armed men from Amn even without the help of Moon Horrors.

If you've already tried Damien with no luck, make another attempt: summon creatures to protect the archer and to occupy Grachus while the Lord and John are attacking him in melee. Heal them if required. Apply Dispel Magic as soon as Grachus becomes mirror imaged and/or invisible, so the attacks can disrupt his healing spells and cause damage.