There are a few NPCs that are unfortunately destined to die in order to create drama and tension:

Several brain-washed cultists or prisoners on the Nautiloid, Kanon, Arka or Findal (at least one of them), Mayrina's brothers, Meerna in the Underdark? (I wasn't there yet, but heard rumors about it.)


For others, it's optional, based on our choices:

The enthralled fisherman (currently patched out)
Nymessa & Damays
Nettie
Arabella
Brynna & Andrick
Owlbear Cub
Gandrel
Auntie Ethel
Kagha

Then additionally depending on which faction you fight: Goblins, Tieflings, Druids, Zhents, Githyanki Patrol etc. pp.

Last edited by Lotus Noctus; 26/01/23 10:31 PM.