Originally Posted by Wrathbone
I'd say about a third of the encounters so far have had some form of environmental spillage going on. And let's not forget the fact that many spells now create surfaces where the 5E rules state nothing of the sort. Surfaces may not be as big a thing in BG3 as OS, but pretending they're not a substantial part of combat and have warped the 5E rules somewhat to accommodate them is a bit disingenuous. Like it or not, OS mechanics that have little or nothing to do with D&D are very much part of BG3 at the moment. Personally I wish that wasn't the case.


Same... I really hope Larian reconsiders there, and hard. Only because the engine can do it, doesn't mean it has to be there, and it makes things like Cantrips and thrown weapons much to powerful and vital for combat balance.