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Minsc isn't the brightest but he is brave and loyal and has the cutest familiar - Boo

Greetings[edit | edit source]

Depending on their approval rating, Minsc may greet the player with:

Negative (<0):

  • "What."
  • "What is it you want?"

Neutral and above - In camp (0+):

  • "What is it my friend?"
  • "A little rest to brush the road from Boo's fur, and then back to our adventuring."
  • "You come to speak of the last time Minsc stood watch? The snoring, it was Boo!"
  • "You will grow to like Jaheira's incense in time. Like - chewing herbs and soap, yes?"
  • "Make sure you are refreshed before we set out again, friend. The road to justice is paved with kicked buttocks."

Neutral and above (0+) - In party

  • "Why do we stop, my friend? There is evil somewhere with its small-pants yet unsoiled."
  • "What? Minsc has the itch that only a butt can scratch! A kicked butt, I mean."
  • "Stop wriggling, Boo, and prick up your ears."
  • "Yes, my friend?"

Approval[edit | edit source]

The following story and dialogue choices will cause Minsc to gain approval.

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Act Three

Rivington[1]

Note: These options are available only if Orin is not impersonating the Thug

Note: This option is available only if tiefling kids survived in Acts One and Two

  • Talk to Fist Rowan outside the barn, and when he asks you to give him "one good reason", answer "Barn". Minsc approves +1

Note: This option is available only if Orin is not impersonating Rowan

  • Agree to chase refugees out from Arfur's Mansion for half-price, and punch Zenovia Dawg when she tries to extort full sum from you Minsc approves +1 (requires failing Persuasion roll against her first)
  • In the smugglers' cave, defeat Caïros and his thugs, and if Farlin survived, say you don't want gratitude from criminals Minsc approves +1
  • In the Abandoned Windmill basement, attack the newborn mind flayer Minsc approves +1 (The option works regardless you wake it first or not)
    • OR, Playing as a Barbarian, yell "WAKE UP, SQUIDFACE!" Minsc approves +1
  • Playing as Astarion origin, at the Gur Camp tell Ulma you will do what you can for her tribe's children Minsc approves +1

At the Sword Coast Couriers:

Circus of the Last Days

  • At the entrance, convince Klaus to let you in, bribing him, using Persuasion, Intimidation, Deception or any class-based option except pretending to be a friend of Gortash'sMinsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, say you used to be a murderer Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as an Archfey Warlock, first say that you never pass up a faerie mischief Minsc approves +1
  • Speaking with Zara the mummy, say you don't understand her, and then mime her grunting Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Akabi the djinni:

  • Tell him that he is VERY LOUD. Minsc approves +1
  • Play the game and accuse the djinni of rigging the wheel Minsc approves +1
    • If successful, play again and try to distract Akabi, letting out a loud fart Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Bard, ask him about his adventures Minsc approves +1
    • OR Provoke him to transform you Minsc approves +1
  • After returning from jungle, talk to the djinni again and say you have had much fun OR promise he will pay for it Minsc approves +1 (either option)
  • Talking to Boney the mephit, call his wife Stoney magnificent Minsc approves +1
    • OR Note that she's a lot bigger than himself Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Druid, say they both are magnificent Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say she's not your type Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Popper the kobold trader:

Note: Class-based Deception lines for Wizard, Warlock or Sorcerer do not give approval [Needs Verification]

  • Playing as a Paladin or a Cleric, tell him that graverobbing is a profane act Minsc approves +1
  • If talking to Popper after defeating false Dribbles, say that offering 'treatoes' now is a bit callous. Minsc approves +1

Dealing with caged beasts:

  • Talking to Shadow-Whiskers, break the lock on her cage. Minsc approves +1 (works with or without Speak with Animals Speak with Animals)
  • Talking to Crimson, give him some meat OR promise to bring it later (if you don't have any in inventory) Minsc approves +1 (either option)
    • After defeating false Dribbles, talk to Crimson again and scold the circus staff for starving him OR propose to open his cage up.Minsc approves +1 (either option)
    • OR, Say you'd have killed him before he hurts anyone else Minsc approves +1

Watching Dribbles's show:

  • Say "What a corny joke." Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Bard, interrupt him with your own pun Minsc approves +1
  • Volunteer any companion to the stage as Dribbles's assistant, except Minsc himself and Astarion Minsc approves +1
    • Then insist on your choice and cheer them Minsc approves +1 (including unique lines for Minthara and Jaheira)

Note: If you volunteer Astarion to the stage, you'll get Minsc approves +2  instead of  [+1]  each time

  • If going on stage yourself, suggest any available explanation on why you're special, except "something about my brain" and unique line for The Dark Urge Minsc approves +1

Talking to Lucretious:

  • When she's training up skeletons (before fighting doppelgangers), tell her that she is being a little harsh Minsc approves +1
  • After defeating false Dribbles, tell her that killing clowns is a rare treat Minsc approves +1
  • When Lucretious asks you to find real Dribbles, answer that you are expensive Minsc approves +1
  • When you deliver her Dribbles's remains, say it was pleasure to meet her Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask whether she is hiring personnel Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Orin's guises:

  • If Orin is impersonating Gyldro Angleiron, tell her you would never kill someone you cared about. Minsc approves +1

Note: When playing as Karlach or Wyll origin, this option will have an unique formulation, but still take its place (line 3)

    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, tell her you do all you can to keep your loved ones safe from your blade Minsc approves +1
  • If Orin is impersonating Fist Rowan, tell her that one can't just kill innocent people Minsc approves +1

Note: This line goes for the Custom origin (Tav). If playing as any other Origin, except Dark Urge, it might have unique formulation

    • OR Tell her that you're going to report to the commanding officer Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, tell her that mindless slaughter is not the answer Minsc approves +1
  • If Orin is impersonating Dying Stone Lord Thug, succeed a passive DC 20 Perception check, and then:
  • Say you'll stay with him until the end Minsc approves +2
    • OR Say you'll make it quick Minsc approves +2
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, resist the urge to torment him Minsc approves +2

In the Angleiron's Cellar:

  • Talking to Wulbren, refuse to take Runepowder Bomb but promise you'll destroy the Steel Watch Foundry your way. Minsc approves +1
    • OR Refuse, saying that the real enemy is Gortash, not the Gondians, and you'll find another way Minsc approves +1
    • OR Suggest to contact the Gondians first, so that they might see reason. Minsc approves +1
    • OR, if Barcus Wroot is nearby and butts in, agree and say it sounds like a mass murder Minsc approves +2

Open Hand Temple

Wyrm's Crossing

  • At the entrance gate, consent to be arrested by the Steel Watcher Minsc approves +1
  • At Fraygo's Flophouse, tell Adventurer Drim that the word "adventurer" means nothing anymore. Minsc approves +1
  • At Carm's Garm, when Naaber pretends to be a dog, choose "nobody likes Naaber" line. Minsc approves +1
    • When he tries to imitate a bard, ask him to never sing again Minsc approves +1

Note: It may take several sequential attempts to speak with Naaber to get to these lines

Wyrm's Rock Fortress

At the Flaming Fist barracks:

  • Convince the Flaming Fist quartermaster Arkleia Oloril to trade with you. Minsc approves +1

When you spot Fist Reynash trying to open a chest:

  • Wake other guards Minsc approves +1

Note: Waking guards gains approval only after discovering by any available means that Reynash was stealing from others.

  • OR Give Reynash 300 gold to take the ferry Minsc approves +1

Speaking to Manip Bakshi (regardless of whether you succeeded a check to discover Reynash's thievery or not):

  • Successfully use Detect Thoughts Detect Thoughts on him and pretend to be a new recruit Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell him you've spotted another guard on stealing Minsc approves +1
  • Then leave barracks (or let him escort you out) Minsc approves +1

At the Audience Hall:

Note: This dialogue appears only if Karlach is not in the party

  • Playing as The Dark Urge, when Gortash explains your previous dealings, answer that you've come to end this evil plot Minsc approves +1
  • Refuse to make an alliance with him and confirm your decision Minsc approves +1
    • OR Threaten to "end this here" Minsc approves +1 (Immediately starts a combat with Gortash and all the guards and Steel Watchers)
  • Tell Gortash that you have no interest in this sham of a coronation Minsc approves +1
    • At the climax of the ceremony, prepare to object, and then do declare that Gortash and Ravengard are with the Absolute Minsc approves +1 (Immediately starts a combat with Gortash and all the guards and Steel Watchers)
  • After killing Orin, speak to Gortash and surrender two your Netherstones to him, then fight when he attacks afterwards Minsc approves +1

Talking to Duke Ravengard after the coronation:

  • Ask him whether the "new dawn" is what they call tyranny now Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell the Duke that Florrick sent you, then probe Ravengard's mind to discover councellor's location, and tell him that Gortash is a tyrant Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask Ravengard whether he knows that he is infected Minsc approves +1
  • As a Baldurian character, ask what has happened to the city's great hero Minsc approves +1


Lower City

At the Basilisk Gate Barracks:

  • Talking to Fist Murphy, ask why he is standing on one leg, and then:
    • Outrage at him for stealing from people he is supposed to protect Minsc approves +1
    • OR Pretend to push him off his balance Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Half-Orc Half-Orc, say is he was truly sorry, he'd be willing to die for forgiveness Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Drow Drow, tell him you'd make you cut off his hand were you his master Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Monk Monk, praise him for a good discipline for a guard Minsc approves +1
  • Playing as a Fighter Fighter, talk to Gauntlet Thunder about proper punishment for two soldiers who screwed up, and then:
    • Advise her to double their shifts and dock their pay Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell her to let it slide, just for once Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Fist 'Edge' Arensen at the gallows, ask him why don't he wait with threats until you commit a crime Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say a big guy like him makes an easy target Minsc approves +1
    • Tell him you'll stay out of trouble Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Fist Miller after Florrick had been executed, say she didn't deserve to die Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say it's a cruel way of talking about her Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Thrastle Muria, ask if everyone in her neighbourhood is as friendly as she is Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say that you are no builder but still are handy with a hammer Minsc approves +1

Speaking to Liara Portyr and Lora Bergauz:

  • Tell Lora to calm down and let Liara alone Minsc approves +1
    • Then call Liara a typical Fist who never listens Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell Lora it wasn't very responsible to take a kid to a tavern Minsc approves +1
  • Promise to help Lora find her daughter Minsc approves +1 (A Paladin Paladin character will have a unique line here)
    • Propose to help Lora find her daughter for a certain price Minsc approves +1
  • If you already know that Vanra died, tell this to Lora, then say you did your best Minsc approves +1


At The Blushing Mermaid:

  • Talking to Bosun Gannet, when he instructs you about the tavern rules, say you'll keep to them Minsc approves +1
    • Ask Gannet what to do if you want to use the latrine Minsc approves +1
  • Ask Gannet about Vanra, and then:
    • Say you didn't think a tough guy would be scared of a little knife Minsc approves +1
    • Tell him you'd love to see him try to kick you out Minsc approves +1
  • After dealing with the hag, if real Captain Grisly died, tell Gannet you are sorry for not saving her Minsc approves +1
  • When Talking to the hag masking as Captain Grisly, inquire her about Vanra, and then ask how do you know she's not lying Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Rogue Rogue or a Fighter Fighter, ask whether a little knife caused such trouble Minsc approves +1
  • When looking for a decision, propose to talk to Lora and calm her down Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say you want to get to the bottom to the story of a missing child Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Half-Orc Half-Orc, say Lora acted out of fear and anger Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Vengeance Paladin Vengeance Paladin, say the punishment is in order Minsc approves +1
  • When the hag offers you money for killing Lora, refuse to do the dirty work for her Minsc approves +1 (A Devotion Paladin Devotion Paladin character will have a unique line here)
    • OR, Playing as a Rogue Rogue, agree to do it if she doubles the price Minsc approves +1
  • Agree to kill Lora for disguised hag, but then return and say you can't do it Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell the hag you've changed your mind and she should surrender Vanra Minsc approves +1
  • After Auntie Ethel reveals herself and confesses that she actually ate Vanra, call her a monster, and then:
    • Tell her to surrender the child immediately. Minsc approves +1
  • If you have already killed Lora, tell Ethel to thank you Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say you don't like being used Minsc approves +1
  • When Ethel offers you to let her go in exchange of being an ally in your crusade, decline her deal, choosing either "Not a chance" or "Time to die" lines WMinsc approves +1 (either option)
    • OR, Playing as a Warlock Warlock, tell her to make a better offer or die Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Paladin Paladin, say you will find glory in spilling the guts of a monster Minsc approves +1 (This option is available for Oathbreakers Oathbreakers, too)

Speaking to Svend and Siggy:

  • Ask whether Svend is really worried about a date when the army of the Absolute can attack any moment Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say Siggy clearly loves him and worries about him Minsc approves +1
    • OR Persuade Svend he would leave the city at the first chance Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Halfling Halfling, tell Svend to skip the date for a free drinks Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Rogue Rogue, convince Svend to stay, asking what's life without a little danger Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Monk Monk, tell him to forego the date Minsc approves +1
    • OR, PLaying as a Bard Bard, tell Svend to save the angst for romance novels Minsc approves +1
    • OR Choose to stay out of their debate and do not meddle in Minsc approves +1

Other patrons:


At the Old Garlow's Place:

First time visiting the place:

  • If you found the group without reading any of their posters, ask Adrielle to calm down Minsc approves +1

Dealing with hexed Mayrina:

  • Speaking to Mayrina in the sheep form via Speak with Animals Speak with Animals:
    • Tell her to SPIT IT OUT Minsc approves +1
    • Tell her you are here to help her Minsc approves +1
    • OR Call her condition hilarious Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Mayrina without Speak with Animals Speak with Animals, ask how did she get herself turned into a sheep Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Adrielle, offer to have a look at the hex Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say that she protected Mayrina until now, and that's worth something Minsc approves +1
  • OR Tell her you hate dolls Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Jatlo (before removing his hex), tell him "Less complaining, more searching" Minsc approves +1
    • When he accuses you of showing up at the convenient moment, call Mayrina an old friend Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell him to say if they don't want your help Minsc approves +1

Speaking to Jatlo after you have removed his hex:

  • Tell him he has been charmed by hag Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Rogue Rogue, say you know ten ways to kill him before he blinks Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Ranger Ranger, a Druid Druid or an Ancients Paladin Ancients Paladin, say he is serving a perversion of nature Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Fighter Fighter, say he is outnumbered and outmatched Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, say that true cruelty rules with fear alone Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask him to tell the hag you're coming for her Minsc approves +1 (The option is not available for the Fighter characters)

After removing the hex and killing Jatlo:

  • Speaking to Mayrina, ask her how is her husband's condition Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Mayrina she was an adorable sheep Minsc approves +1
  • Offer Mayrina help with the hag Minsc approves +1 (A Devotion Paladin Devotion Paladin character will have a unique line here)
  • Tell Hydrangea Wubb she coudn't have known the spy in disguise Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say they need to do a better job protecting Mayrina Minsc approves +1

Note: Hydrangea will be present only if you knocked her out (as the Mask of Regret) in the Overgrown Tunnel AND killed the hag in Act One

  • Talking to Kled, tell him that they are safe now Minsc approves +1
  • Say the dragonborn was only pretending to be a friend Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Adrielle, tell her to get out there and kill the hag, not act like cowards Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say that hags and their agents are liars and cheats Minsc approves +1
  • After Adrielle says she has discovered an ultimate way to kill a hag, offer to deal with the hag OR say you won't let the hag harm her Minsc approves +2 (either option)

If you have met Auntie Ethel, but haven’t dealt with her yet:

  • After telling Mayrina that Auntie Ethel is back, tell her to just let Connor die Minsc approves +1

If you have killed Ethel:

  • Talking with Mayrina, persuade her to let Connor go Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell her to take time and celebrate Minsc approves +1
  • If you haven't raised Connor from dead in Act One, tell Mayrina that killing the hag was even more amazing than revenge Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say it wasn't so amazing when the hag was vomiting a child Minsc approves +1
    • OR, If Vanra died, say you don't feel amazing because of it Minsc approves +1
  • When Mayrina asks you whether you have saved Vanra, answer that of course you did it Minsc approves +1
  • Playing as a Ranger Ranger or a Druid Druid, tell EITHER Mayrina OR Kled that you killed a perversion of everything natural Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Adrielle, say the hag is finally dead, thanks to you Minsc approves +1


At Crimson Draughts:

  • If you are partnered with Astarion and he is in the party, refuse Araj Oblodra's invitation to come in, saying you saw how Araj made him feel Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell Astarion that you all can leave if he doesn't want to be around Araj Minsc approves +1

Note: This option is available and brings approval if you did not convince the spawn to drink Araj's blood in Act Two AND if his personal quest is not finished yet.

  • At the Flaming Fist cordon near the Upper City gate, when the Emperor warns you about becoming a thrall, choose to turn back Minsc approves +1

Note: This dialogue will occur if you come close to the gate without having all three Netherstones

In Cazador's Dungeon:

  • Talk to Sebastian and promise to set him and other spawn free Minsc approves +1


At the Counting House:

  • Bargain with Rakath Glitterbeard to return him less money than had been stolen Minsc approves +1
  • At the bridge leading to the entrance, give Rags Deelarma a handful of coins Minsc approves +1


At the Elfsong Tavern:

  • Playing as a Barbarian Barbarian, a Bard Bard, a Sorcerer Sorcerer, a Rogue Rogue or a Wizard Wizard, convince Alan Alyth to lower the room price or to rent you it for free, using any available class-based option Minsc approves +1 (Requires various skill checks with DC from 18 to 20)
  • Meeting Lakrissa in the tavern hall, remind her about your bet in the druid's grovw, then say she owes you nothing Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask for a kiss instead Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Lakrissa you never pictured her as a barmaid, then say she should never call herself cheap Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say you missed her Minsc approves +1
  • Speaking to Alfira and Lakrissa on the tavern's roof, say the two of them are very cute together Minsc approves +1
    • When Alfira tells you about her plans of opening a bard school, say you're proud of her Minsc approves +1
  • Talking to Doora Thumbfoot, agree to buy the necklace from her Minsc approves +1
    • OR Give her some money and tell to keep the necklace, too Minsc approves +1
  • Speaking to Harvard Willoughby, agree to participate in Laff Riot, and then, in first round:
    • Joke about Harvard smelling funny Minsc approves +1
    • Joke about 'Wizard and shatter' Minsc approves +1
    • Playing as a Barbarian Barbarian, say "Laugh. Now" to the listeners Minsc approves +1
  • In the second round:
    • Joke about 'Vampires' Minsc approves +1
    • Joke about 'Sleeping with a dragonborn' Minsc approves +1
    • Joke about 'Zombie reanimator' Minsc approves +1
    • Intimidate the public Minsc approves +1 (Requires successful DC 20 Intimidation check)
  • In the third round:
    • Joke about the Dead Three Minsc approves +1
    • Joke about 'Mind flayer and duergar' Minsc approves +1
    • Joke about 'A cleric and ham' Minsc approves +1
    • Intimidate the public Minsc approves +1 (Requires successful DC 25 Intimidation check)
  • Talking to Dez Kanshaw, say he won't find courage on the bottom of a bottle Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say he has enough left to buy a drink Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Halfling Halfling, say the answer is always yes. Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Half-Orc Half-Orc, tell him that deep courage comes from a full belly Minsc approves +1
  • When Dez tells you about the job offered to his son by Three-Piece:
    • Playing as a Half-Orc Half-Orc, say that the boy must find his own path, as you did Minsc approves +1

Talking to Enforcer Skoona:

  • Playing as a Barbarian Barbarian, say you approve her arms Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Monk Monk, say it is she who decides her fate, no one else Minsc approves +1
  • Speaking to Dame Guisarme, say the Flaming Fist are good only to handling riots Minsc approves +1

At Lora's House:

  • If you haven't resolved the quest yet:
    • Ask Lora whether she really did threaten the tavern staff with a knife Minsc approves +1
  • After you have saved Vanra:
    • Say the hag was you problem to deal with Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell her to keep a closer eye on her daughter Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say she is damn lucky you found Vanra Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell Lora it isn't her fault that she couldn't protect Vanra Minsc approves +1


Talking to Golbraith Stredivas:

  • Ask him whether his son needs any help Minsc approves +1 (A Duergar Duergar character will have a unique line here)
    • OR, Playing as a Drow Drow, say you're almost impressed by a surface dweller who hunts illithids Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Ranger Ranger, tell Golbraith you see the mark of a true hunter about him Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Fighter Fighter or a Barbarian Barbarian, tell Golbraith you see the mark of a true warrior about him Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Wizard Wizard, say you've read his book on psionics Minsc approves +1
  • Say that mind flayers are dangerous, and then add that you'll take it from here Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say that if his son is half a hunter as Golbraith himself, he'll be fine Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell him to leave the city ALL -1
    • OR Tell Golbraith that he should be fighting, hot hiding ALL -1
    • OR, Playing as a Good/Neutral Cleric Cleric, say you'll pray for his son swift return Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as an Evil Cleric Cleric, say you'll pray that her son murdered the mind flayer brutally and swiftly Minsc approves +1


Talking to Big Huido at the docks:

    • Succeed the DC 15 Deception check to pretend a Guild representative Minsc approves +1 (Bard Bard and Rogue Rogue characters will have unique lines here)
  • OR Intimidate him into surrendering the Guild shipment Minsc approves +1 (Barbarian Barbarian and Fighter Fighter characters will have unique lines here)


At Highberry's Home:


The Graveyard:

Dealing with Bugthimble at the "M.Kurwin" grave:

  • Ask whether he was buried here, and then pay him the "fee" he demands Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Dragonborn Dragonborn, say you and he are practically kin Minsc approves +1
  • Say "Thank goodness, you can keep it", and then:
    • Use Deception to convince him the treasure is cursed Minsc approves +1
    • Say the crate was promised for Nine-Fingers, then use Intimidation to convince him to pay the fee for not breaking his snout Minsc approves +1
  • Intimidate him into surrendering the loot to you Minsc approves +1
  • OR, Playing as a Dragonborn Dragonborn, ask her whether he would loot the corpse despite their shared blood Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Draconic Sorcerer Draconic Sorcerer, warn him not to test the dragon's blood in your veins Minsc approves +1

Dealing with Nina Dortmell and Mortarch Gracie Scyre:

  • Speaking with Nina for the first time, tell her to stop, because magic isn't a game Minsc approves +1
    • Ask who she wants to raise, then say she must never do it again Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell Nina to let her brother rest in peace Minsc approves +1 (A Monk Monk character will have a unique line here)
  • Report Nina's attempts to Mortarch Gracie Scyre Minsc approves +1
    • Then tell Nina the Mortarch is right Minsc approves +1

Talking to Valmorba:

  • Ask her to give you a shovel (if you don't have one) Minsc approves +1
  • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, tell her there's usually not much left once you're done with the body Minsc approves +1


At the Chromatic Scale:

  • Playing as a Bard Bard, discuss with Thomas C. Quirkilious the benefits of using lute strings made of ‘’worg’’ hair Minsc approves +1


At the Murder Tribunal:

  • Speaking with Sarevok Anchev:
  • Tell Sarevok you actually were deciding who should get to kill him Minsc approves +5
    • OR Ask Jaheira, Minsc, or them both, whether they would like to kill the old man, or you should do it yourself Minsc approves +5
  • Being judged, tell Sarevok that you didn’t kill this person, but you will kill him instead Minsc approves +5


In the Lady Jannath's Estate:
If Oskar Fevras was not saved in Act One:

  • Playing as The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, at the entrance ask Tarhun Mnemonis about icons depicting Bhaal, then tell him not to sell "this evil junk" Minsc approves +1
  • Speaking with Sir Gorran Penghyst and Lord Delwaer Jeth, tell them to stop or you will stick both their heads through the bloody painting Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 18 Intimidation check)
    • OR, Playing as a Half-Orc Half-Orc, tell them to solve the matter with blades Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Fighter Fighter, propose to be a second for them both Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Vengeance Paladin Vengeance Paladin, tell them that such actions demand retribution OR that the duel is the only answer Minsc approves +1 (either option)


In the Bloomridge Park:

  • Speaking to Albert, say Sparky is doing a great job running Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Druid Druid, say that Sparky is just doing what dogs do Minsc approves +1



In the Heapside Prison:

  • Talking to Skittle via Speak with Animals Speak with Animals
    • Call him a "rat-ical mercantile rodent" Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask what does obtaining goods in the prison en-tail Minsc approves +1
    • OR Ask to have a squeak at what he’s got Minsc approves +1
  • Ask him whether his business is rat-ified by the local merchant's league Minsc approves +1


At the Facemaker's Boutique:

  • Interrupt Dolor when he’s about to kill Figaro Pennygood, saying "Stop right there!", using any of class-based lines or unique Half-Orc Half-Orc line Minsc approves +1

Talking to Devella Fountainhead:

    • Propose to investigate the cult for her Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, propose to infiltrate the cult to tear it down from within Minsc approves +1

Note: Both these lines will differ slightly depending on whether you actually have or have not any ritually cut hands in your inventory


In the Lower City Sewers, talking to Lorna Esthelian:

  • Tell her that her date was a vampire Minsc approves +1


At the Sorcerous Sundries
Talking to Aradin near the entrance:

  • Successfully deceive him, saying you haven’t found the Nightsong Minsc approves +1
  • If you let slip to Aradin that you’ve found the Nightsong, tell him that she is immortal and tough Minsc approves +1
    • OR Deceive Aradin, saying that you have let the Nightsong go Minsc approves +1
    • OR Use Intimidation or Persuasion to make him stop pursuing the Nightsong Minsc approves +1

Note: Good/Neutral/Evil Cleric Cleric characters will all have unique lines here. The Persuasion option is available for Monk Monk characters only

Talking to Lorroakan before resolving Dame Aylin’s fate:

  • Tell Lorroakan you’ll ask Nightsong to come to the tower, so that she ripped him to shreds Minsc approves +1
    • OR Use Deception to convince Lorroakan that Aylin is dead Minsc approves +1

Note: A Wizard Wizard, a Warlock Warlock or a Sorcerer Sorcerer characters will have a common unique line here

    • OR, Playing as a Bard Bard or a Sorcerer Sorcerer, use a class-based line to mock Lorroakan over his plan Minsc approves +1

Facing Lorroakan along with Dame Aylin:

  • Tell the wizard you’ve come to stop him Minsc approves +1
  • Tell Lorroakan that Ketheric Thorm already tried to steal Aylin’s immortality and is dead now Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell Lorroakan that one more word about catching Aylin will be his last Minsc approves +1
    • OR, PLaying as Gale origin, ask him to reconsider his position Minsc approves +1

If you have betrayed Dame Aylin to Lorroakan:

  • After Aylin is defeated, tell Lorroakan that this feels wrong Minsc approves +1

At the Sorcerous Vault:

  • Speaking to Yafeu once he's escaped the Peculiar lamp:
    • Demand to release your 'master' or die Minsc approves +1
    • Ask him politely to release your companion now Minsc approves +1 (The option is available to all characters except Wizard Wizard)


Talking to children playing at X: -166 Y: -75:

  • Succeed a passive DC 7 Perception check and ask Cinnamon what is she hiding in her pocket Minsc approves +1
  • Ask Punkins to scan you Minsc approves +1
    • OR First refuse to be scanned, then say you will comply Minsc approves +1
    • OR, If you detected Cinnamon’s "spy candy", tell Punkins about it Minsc approves +1


At the Grey Harbour Docks:

  • Convince Captain Sleam to take aboard the whole Brislen family via Intimidation, Persuasion, or simply paying the sum they’re lacking Minsc approves +1


In the Stormshore Tabernacle:

  • Make an offering to Mielikki Mielikki, the Supreme Ranger Minsc approves +1

Note: Any approval benefits here will be gained only if the offering is enough to receive the blessing


At the Water Queen's House:

  • Attending the funeral of Holli Dylford, tell Allandra Grey you’ve brought gold as an offering Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say you’ve brought a prayer Minsc approves +1 (This option is not available for Barbarian Barbarian and Monk Monk characters)
    • OR, Playing as a Cleric Cleric, answer Allandra with a class-based line Minsc approves +1

Note: Using this option, the players may choose either a "general" line or a line reflecting exactly the deity their character is allied to

    • OR, Playing as a Monk Monk, say you wish her soul the stillness of a calmed ocean. Minsc approves +1


At the Society of Brilliance Lodge:
Talking to Havkelaag:

Talking to Ptaris:
Note: These options are available only if you have sold the Githyanki Egg from the Creche Y’llek to Lady Esther in Act One

  • When Ptaris asks you whether you are good or bad person, answer you think yourself good, and then:
    • Tell him he would be destroyed if you haven’t saved him Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 20 Persuasion check for a Githyanki Githyanki characters, and a DC 25 Persuasion check for all others)
    • OR Successfully use Detect Thoughts Detect Thoughts on him and then say that it’s his conscience that tells him to stop Minsc approves +1
    • OR, Playing as a Barbarian Barbarian, say that you are no more ‘bad’ than he is Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 20 Persuasion check)
    • OR, Playing as a Warlock Warlock, tell Ptaris you gave him same that your patron gave you Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 20 Persuasion check)

Talking to Blurg:

  • Tell him that bravery is no bad thing Minsc approves +1


At the Steel Watch Foundry
Talking to Tamia Holzt, if she spotted you in the Foundry:

  • Succeed a DC 7 Religion check and pretend to be a relief crew for Banite guards Minsc approves +1
    • OR Say you’ve come to bathe in Banites’ blood Minsc approves +1
    • OR Use any of class-based options to inspire Gondians to rebel Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 18 Intimidation check or DC 18 Persuasion check, depending on character class)

Talking to Zanner Toobin once you have reached the laboratory wing:

  • When Toobin says that Gondians are being subjugated through the collars, ask whether they will fight if you save their families Minsc approves +1
  • If you have killed Banites in the workroom, tell Toobin about it Minsc approves +1

If you failed to switch off an activated Motivator while assaulting the Foundry:

Resolving the conflict between the Gondians and Ironhands after razing down the Foundry:

Note: According to game files, a Vengeance Paladin Vengeance Paladin character will have a DC 18 Persuasion check instead of Intimidation for all others

  • Take Zanner Toobin’s side and tell Wulbren you won’t let hurt them Minsc approves +1 (Wulbren and other Ironhands become hostile)
  • OR, Convince Wulbren to let the Gondians go away Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 20 Persuasion check)

Note: A Deep Gnome Deep Gnome, a Good Cleric Cleric, a Devotion Paladin Devotion Paladin will have a unique line here and a DC 18 Persuasion check instead of basic one. Deep Gnome Deep Gnome characters roll Performance instead of Persuasion

Talking to Barcus Wroot after resolving the conflict:

  • If you have sided with Gondians:
    • Tell Barcus that Wulbren was past saving Minsc approves +1
  • If you convinced both factions to make peace:
    • Tell Barcus you’re impressed how he stood up to Wulbren OR that he’ll make a great leader of the Clan Ironhand Minsc approves +1 (either option)


The Iron Throne

  • After docking at the prison, when Omeluum approaches your mind:
    • Convince him that other prisoners must be saved, too Minsc approves +1 (Requires DC 20 Persuasion check)


In the House of Hope

Speaking to Hope’s spirit in front of the Archive:

  • Say you need to get her out before the jailor kills her Minsc approves +1
  • After freeing Hope from her chains, speak to her Minsc approves +1

In the Boudoir:

  • Provoke the fight with Haarlep Minsc approves +1 by either way of listed below:
    • When Haarlep asks you why you are here, answer you’ve come to kill them
    • OR Refuse to undress for Haarlep
    • OR Choose to attack the incubus (This option is available either before you shed your clothes or when they prompt you to lie on the bed)
    • OR Agree to lie down, then fail a Wisdom or Performance check to resist the incubus and choose to fight your way out
    • OR Plead to gods to get you out of here when the incubus approaches you
    • OR Refuse to vow your body to the incubus at the climax of the sexual intercourse


The Bhaal Temple

Speaking to Avatar of Bhaal after defeating Orin:
Note: These options are available to The Dark Urge The Dark Urge characters only.

  • Tell Bhaal that you have no desire to harm anyone else Minsc approves +1
    • OR Tell him that every night he possesses you your friends are in danger, and you won’t stand it Minsc approves +1
  • Reject your Father’s gift and blessings Minsc approves +10

Note: Through the dialogue, there are several potential points where the final yes/no decision might be taken, but the result will be the same


Elerrathin's Home

  • When speaking with Rion for the first time, tell her "Not in this lifetime." Minsc approves +1
  • (Requires Jaheira in the party) Tell Rion that "There are refugees outside. They'll need protection." when asked what to do. Minsc approves +1


Guildhall

  • When talking to Roah Moonglow as the Zhentarim are trying to seize control of the guild, reply to her that "You're mistaken. Minsc of Rashamen always knows the right thing to do." Minsc approves +10
  • When talking to Minsc in Guildhall after resolving the Guildhall conflict, reply to him that "Everyone has the potential for good." or "I'm just trying not to die." Minsc approves +10
  • When talking to Minsc about the meaning of nydeshka, successfully persuade him. Minsc approves +10


House of Grief

  • After defeating Viconia speak to her, then kill her. Minsc approves +1


Camp/Conversation

  • Tell him that wychlaran to him is the same as a friend. Minsc approves +5
  • After Aylin leaves to meet and fight Lorroakan, tell Isobel that you’re going to help the aasimar Minsc approves +1

Disapproval[edit | edit source]

The following story and dialogue choices will cause Minsc to lose approval.

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Act Three

Rivington


Circus of the Last Days:

  • At the entrance, convince Klaus to let you in, pretending to be a friend of Gortash's (class-based Deception check) Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talking to Shadow-Whiskers with Speak with Animals Speak with Animals, note that her cage looks comfy. Minsc disapproves -1
    • Then tell her to murder whoever she wants OR say "Sure thing, pussycat".Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
    • Without Speak with Animals Speak with Animals, choose the line "Kill them all, kitty". Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talking to Crimson, refuse to feed him via Speak with Animals Speak with Animals or mock him for being hungry (without the spell) Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
  • Dealing with Akabi, successfully catch him on rigging the wheel, but apologise and say you were mistaken Minsc disapproves -1

Watching Dribbles's show:

  • Yell "Boo! Get off the stage!" Minsc disapproves -1
  • When false Dribbles asks for an assistant, choose to cross your arms and glare Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Just answer "No." Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talk to Lucretious after defeating false Dribbles, and when she asks you to find real clown, say that he is probably dead now Minsc disapproves -1

Dealing with Orin's guises:

  • If Orin is impersonating Gyldro Angleiron, say you would kill someone close to you without hesitation.Minsc disapproves -1

Note: When playing as Lae'zel origin, this option will have an unique formulation, but still take its place (line 4)

  • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, say that you have already done it Minsc disapproves -1 (This option is available if you have killed either Isobel or your partner in Act Two on demand of your Urge)
  • If Orin is impersonating Fist Rowan, tell her that both sides need a lesson Minsc disapproves -1

Note: This line goes for the Custom origin (Tav). If playing as any other Origin, except Dark Urge, it might have unique formulation

  • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, propose to kill and kill again Minsc disapproves -1
  • If Orin is impersonating Dying Stone Lord Thug:
  • Playing as an Evil Cleric, choose to make him suffer Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, choose to prod his wound OR to spin the blade Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
  • If you succeeded a passive DC 20 Perception check, choose to make him scream Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge, say that you'll enjoy watching him die slowly Minsc disapproves -1

In the Angleiron's Cellar:

Note: Druid, Rogue and Sorcerer characters will have unique lines for this option

  • OR Tell him that you'll take the bomb but use it only as a last resort. Minsc disapproves -1
  • OR Refuse, saying that his plan is too messy and you're out.Minsc disapproves -1

Wyrm's Crossing:

Wyrm's Rock Fortress

    • Trying to get access into Wyrm's Rock Fortress, choose to leave when Blaze Elin stops you Minsc disapproves -1

At the Flaming Fist barracks:

When you spot Fist Reynash trying to open a chest:

  • Intimidate OR blackmail him into giving you his stash Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)
    • OR Fail the Intimidation check to make him surrender his stash Minsc disapproves -1 (makes him hostile)
    • OR Attack Reynash straightaway Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Manip Bakshi afterwards (regardless of whether you succeeded a check to discover Reynash's thievery or not), let him arrest you Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Attack him straightaway or after speaking with him Minsc disapproves -1

At the Audience Hall:

  • Speaking to Lord Amber's Bodyguard and attendants of Lady Durinbold and Lord Shattershield about the Steel Watch, say that you couldn't feel safer Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as a Drow or a Half-Orc, say that you feel safer than with some Minsc disapproves -1
  • Playing as The Dark Urge, when Gortash explains your previous dealings:
    • Say that you'll make Orin pay for taking your place Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Reply that you don't remember a thing, but the plan sounds brilliant Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Gortash after killing Orin, surrender two your Netherstones to him Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say you two can be allies, but you'll keep Ketheric's and Orin's stones Minsc disapproves -1

In the Wyrm's Rock Prison:


Lower City

At the Basilisk Gate Barracks:

  • Talking to Fist Murphy, ask why he is standing on one leg, and then:
    • Playing as a Barbarian Barbarian, tell him to prove Liara Portyr he is not a weakling Minsc disapproves -1

Speaking to Liara Portyr and Lora Bergauz:

  • If you already know that Vanra died, tell this to Lora, adding it's true no matter Lora believes you or not Minsc disapproves -1


At The Blushing Mermaid:

  • When Talking to the hag masking as Captain Grisly, inquire her about Vanra, and then:
  • When looking for a decision, suggest to pay Lora off Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as a The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, mention that killing Lora sounds like the best way Minsc disapproves -1
  • When the hag offers you money for killing Lora, agree to do it Minsc disapproves -1
  • After Auntie Ethel reveals herself and confesses that she actually ate Vanra, call her a monster, and then:
    • Say you'll leave now Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say "That’s so evil, even I’m impressed." Minsc disapproves -1
  • When Ethel offers you to let her go in exchange of being an ally in your crusade, agree to have a deal Minsc disapproves -1 (An Oathbreaker Paladin Oathbreaker Paladin character will have a unique line here)

Other patrons:

  • Speaking to Zena, tell her that if a child was in this dump, they deserve to be 'nabbed' Minsc disapproves -1


At the Old Garlow's Place:

First time visiting the place:

  • If you found the group without reading any of their posters, taunt Adrielle, saying you will "EAT THEIR SOULS, RAAAGH" Minsc disapproves -1
  • After the Hag Survivors attacked the party, tell Hydrangea Wubb that all you care about is killing the hag Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say you are not getting mixed up in this Minsc disapproves -1

Note: Hydrangea will be present only if you knocked her out (as the Mask of Regret) in the Overgrown Tunnel AND killed the hag in Act One

Dealing with hexed Mayrina:

  • Talking to Adrielle, say her that if they have pissed off a hag, they're screwed Minsc disapproves -1

After removing the hex and killing Jatlo:

  • Speaking to Mayrina, wonder why has she been still dragging this corpse around Minsc disapproves -1
  • Say you're helping her for the last time Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say they will have to deal with this themselves Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talking to Kled, say you aren't getting mixed up in this Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say that Mayrina can be very annoying Minsc disapproves -1
  • Talking to Adrielle, say you are not getting mixed up in this Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Tell her that her actions were moronic and she endangered everyone Minsc disapproves -1
  • After Adrielle says she has discovered an ultimate way to kill a hag, say the hag is their problem Minsc disapproves -1

If you have killed Auntie Ethel:

  • Talking with Mayrina, tell her you killed Ethel and expect a reward Minsc disapproves -1
  • If you haven't raised Connor from dead in Act One, tell Mayrina that you prefer thank-yous of a coin variety Minsc disapproves -1


At the Baldur's Mouth and dealing with its employees:

  • Talking to News Hawker Luan at X: 122 Y: -69, tell him that his salesmanship is terrible Minsc disapproves -1
    • Then say you don't care about he's only six Minsc disapproves -1


At the Flymm Cargo:


  • At the Flaming Fist cordon near the Upper City gate, when the Emperor warns you about becoming a thrall, say you don't care, let's go through Minsc disapproves -1

Note: This dialogue will occur if you come close to the gate without having all three Netherstones


In Cazador's Dungeon:

  • Talk to Sebastian and say you have no intention of freeing a bunch of ravenous spawn Minsc disapproves -1


At the Elfsong Tavern:

  • Meeting Lakrissa in the tavern hall, spur her to work instead of talking Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Alfira and Lakrissa on the tavern's roof, tell Lakrissa to get back to work, or you will tell Alan about it Minsc disapproves -1
    • Say you are shocked that Alfira hasn't been arrested for making noise Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Harvard Willoughby, agree to participate in Laff Riot, and then, in first round:
    • Joke about 'Dwarf and bulette' Minsc disapproves -1


At Lora's House:

  • After you have saved Vanra, tell Lora you have come to collect the reward Minsc disapproves -1


Talking to Golbraith Stredivas:

  • Say that mind flayers are dangerous, and then tell him to leave the city Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Tell Golbraith that he should be fighting, hot hiding Minsc disapproves -1


Talking to Big Huido at the docks:

    • Succeed the DC 15 Deception check to pretend a Guild representative, then say you'll just loot his corpse instead Minsc disapproves -1
  • OR Intimidate him into surrendering the Guild shipment, then Intimidate him again to turn out his pockets, too Minsc disapproves -1 (Barbarian Barbarian and Rogue Rogue characters will have unique lines here)
  • Ask him what if you just kill him and take everything Minsc disapproves -1


At Highberry's Home:

  • If you successfully detected poisoned wine at the Wine Festival, refuse to drink but tell Roger and Cora Highberry you hope they enjoy it Minsc disapproves -1

Note: This option requires a passive DC 18 Medicine check, or DC 10 Perception check for a Barbarian Barbarian character


At the House of Grief:

  • In front of House of Grief, deceive Arves into giving you money (with or without using Detect Thoughts Detect Thoughts on him first) Minsc disapproves -1

Note: Both options require DC 20 Deception check


The Graveyard:

Dealing with Bugthimble at the "M.Kurwin" grave:

  • Ask what he was doing in your father's grave Minsc disapproves -1 (Requires DC 25 Deception check)

Dealing with Nina Dortmell and Mortarch Gracie Scyre:

  • Report Nina's attempts to Mortarch Gracie Scyre and then:
    • Advise the girl to practice for a decade, then try again Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, Playing as The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, offer Nina to join her brother instead of raising him Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Anita and Elias Fischer, suggest a "much cheaper" solution to their problem Minsc disapproves -1
  • Speaking to Maude, ask what use do the dead have with flowers Minsc disapproves -1


At the Murder Tribunal:

  • Speaking with Sarevok Anchev, offer either Jaheira or Minsc, or both as a sacrifice to the Tribunal Minsc disapproves -50
  • Being judged, say you’ve ended your victim and then cut off their hand Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say you killed them with a smile on your face and pleasure in your heart Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say you killed them slowly and painfully Minsc disapproves -1

Note: All these options bring approval only if the victim is indeed your kill. Successful Deception rolls on corresponding options do not give approval points

  • Agree to sacrifice Valeria in Bhaal’s name, on Sarevok’s order Minsc disapproves -1

Note: The Dark Urge The Dark Urge characters will have four different options in this dialogue, all bringing same amount of points


In the Lady Jannath's Estate:
If Oskar Fevras was saved in Act One and the estate is now haunted:


In the Heapside Prison:


  • Meeting Olfaith Olumssdottir for the first time, ask him what you must do to become an avatar of slaughter Minsc disapproves -1


At the Facemaker's Boutique:

Note: This option is available if you have found and read at least one copy of Dolor’s list of victims

  • Choose to stay in the shadows and watch Dolor killing Figaro Minsc disapproves -1 (Requires DC 15 Stealth check; a Rogue Rogue character will have a unique line here)

Talking to Devella Fountainhead:

  • Playing as The Dark Urge The Dark Urge, tell Devella you are here to sacrifice her Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR, If you have saved her from Dolor, say you did it only to kill her yourself Minsc disapproves -1 (Makes Devella and any nearby Flaming Fist hostile to the party)


In the Lower City Sewers, talking to Lorna Esthelian:

  • Tell her that her boyfriend will show up eventually Minsc disapproves -1


At the Sorcerous Sundries
Talking to Aradin near the entrance:

  • If you let slip to Aradin that you’ve found the Nightsong, tell him that she is in your camp Minsc disapproves -1

Talking to Lorroakan before resolving Dame Aylin’s fate:

  • Tell Lorroakan you might hand the Nightsong over for a right price Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say you know where she is and might be willing to tell him, too Minsc disapproves -1

Facing Lorroakan along with Dame Aylin:

  • Tell Aylin that things will be easier if she goes quietly Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Tell Lorroakan that he can have the aasimar, but you’re expecting a fine reward in return Minsc disapproves -1

In the Sorcerous Vault:

  • Speaking to Yafeu once he's escaped the Peculiar lamp:
    • Say you didn't like your 'master' anyway Minsc disapproves -1
    • Ask the djinni for some gold Minsc disapproves -1


At the Society of Brilliance Lodge:

Talking to Havkelaag:

  • Sell him the Githyanki Egg that you have obtained in the Creche Y'llek Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Donate it for free when Havkelaag says he hasn’t got any money Minsc disapproves -1

Speaking to Omeluum after you have rescued it from the Iron Throne:

  • If you have failed to save the majority of Gondian prisoners, say they meant nothing to you Minsc disapproves -1


At the Steel Watch Foundry

Talking to Zanner Toobin once you have reached the laboratory wing:

  • When Toobin says that Gondians are being subjugated through the collars, say that killing them all would be a good thing Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say it is selfish to value their families more than an entire city Minsc disapproves -1

Resolving the conflict between the Gondians and Ironhands after razing down the Foundry:

  • Side with Wulbren and Ironhands and tell Toobin they have to die for the city OR tell Toobin that the gnomes came for him Minsc disapproves -1 (either option)

Talking to Barcus Wroot after resolving the conflict:

  • If you have sided with Wulbren Bongle:
    • Tell Barcus that there was no other way Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Ask whether he wants to die, too Minsc disapproves -1
  • If you killed both Gondians and Ironhands:
    • Tell Barcus you did what you could Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Say that it is for the best if no one of them takes Baldur’s Gate Minsc disapproves -1
  • If you have sided with Gondians:
    • OR Say that Wulbren deserved to die Minsc disapproves -1
  • If you convinced both factions to make peace:
    • Say he should have killed Wulbren Minsc disapproves -1


In the House of Hope
Speaking to Hope’s spirit upon arriving to the House:

  • When her projection flickers, say the last thing you needed was a mad apparition Minsc disapproves -1
    • OR Continue the dialogue, then tell her she’s mad Minsc disapproves -1

Speaking to Hope’s spirit in front of the Archive:

  • Say she is as helpful as a blunt dagger Minsc disapproves -1
  • After freeing Hope from her chains, say you barely stand to look at her Minsc disapproves -1

In the Boudoir:

  • Tell Haarlep they can have your body, but not your mind Minsc disapproves -1
    • Vow your body to Haarlep Minsc disapproves -1
  • When Raphael comes to prevent you from leaving his yield, ssk him to let you leave Minsc disapproves -1


The Bhaal Temple

Talking to Orin:

  • Tell her that you’re not interested in abducted companion’s fate Minsc disapproves -5
  • OR Tell her you won’t stop her to kill the abductee Minsc disapproves -5
  • Tell Orin that her vision of the fate of Baldur’s Gate is exquisite Minsc disapproves -1

Speaking to Avatar of Bhaal after defeating Orin:

  • Accept your Father’s gift and blessings Minsc disapproves -10

Note: This option is available to The Dark Urge The Dark Urge characters only. Throughout the dialogue, there are several potential points where the final yes/no decision might be taken, but the result will be the same.
Note 2: After the dialogue with the Avatar of Bhaal ends, the dialogue with Minsc (and Jaheira, if she is in party) starts immediately. Throughout it, Minsc disapproves -∞ leaves the party and becomes hostile.

Notes[edit | edit source]

  1. At the entrance point into refugees' camp at Rivington, the automatically starting dialogue with Yenna has most part of approval points envisioned for Minsc, too. This might mean that initial ideas probably supposed his recruitment before entering Act Three, but were discarded later.