I hate random loot with fierce passion.
The fact that itemization was randomized has always been my single major gripe about DOS 1 and 2.

Also, since you mentioned it in passing "random encounters" should never be completely random. Having a finite (if eventually long) list of pre-determined encounters that can happen pseudo-randomly while traveling in the world map is the way to do it.
Otherwise nonsensical garbage can (and will) happen.

Last edited by Tuco; 02/11/20 01:30 AM.

Party control in Baldur's Gate 3 is a complete mess that begs to be addressed. SAY NO TO THE TOILET CHAIN