I think it would have been nice if they had started the game somewhat more like a DND tabletop game for lvl 1. Not immediately in the nautiloid after tadpole insertion, but begin with a short intro in Baldur's gate city. Where you, as a beginning adventurer can stroll about, buy your first equipment and chat with some NPC's, like in chapter 3. The intro could vary somewhat depending on your background (thief, soldier or sage would visit different environments.) It would be a nice start for your character. Then the nautiloid kidnaps you and you switch to the actual beginning. Another nice thing is that you could find the items you bought in the intro back on the nautiloid.
