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to try to “Write Magic” and add the scroll spell to their spell list. Certain magical items may even have special
“Abilities” that can be accessed from this page - including the ability to configure the item’s magical powers.
Character Color
Clicking on the colored boxes will allow you to pick from a palette of colors for your character to use for
skin, hair and clothing colors. You can change these at any time.
Rest
L-click on this button to rest your characters. Some areas are better suited for resting than others, so select
your campsite carefully. Resting is normally allowed only in inns, outdoor areas (provided all the monsters in
the vicinity or on the map have been slain), or with permission from a local resident.
Gem Bags, Potion Bags, and Scroll Cases
There are several inventory items that can “store” other items of a similar type. Gem bags, for example, can
hold a number of gems inside without cluttering up your inventory, while potion bags and scroll cases can do
the same for potions and scrolls, respectively.
To use these bags and cases, simply right-click on the item. Now press the button “Open Container” to move
to the next screen. From this screen you can move your gems, potions, or scrolls from the right hand column
to the left hand column. This will move these items into you gem bag or scroll case. You can also drag a gem
or scroll to the appropriate container and release the L-Mouse button over top of it to deposit it in the
bag/case.
Character Record
The character record page shows all the vital statistics and abilities of the selected character.
The Character Record is divided between four sections; General, Weapons and Armor, Skills and Feats and
Miscellaneous. To access these pages use the buttons at the upper right of the screen.
Level Up
This button is dimmed until the character gains enough experience points to gain a level. When the player
clicks the “Level Up” button, a level up screen will be shown. All changes to the character sheet are highlight-
ed. At this time you will be able to distribute any skill points or feats your character may have gained. A new
feat slot requires a new feat to be chosen.
Information
This page is an in-game help system that will give you detailed information about ability scores, classes, races,
skills, and feats.
Customize
This page allows you to change a character’s appearance, voice, biography, or scripts (the computer code
that controls behaviors/reactions to situations).
Custom Biography: You can customize your character’s biography with the Customize button. Simply click on
the text and edit it.
Export
This allows you to save the character’s file to your computer for use in other games of Icewind Dale II. The
character’s current status will be saved, including hit points, experience points, level, class, inventory, etc.
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