Oh, you’re wonderin’ how to get rid of that “Paid the Price” thing in Baldur’s Gate 3, huh? Well, let me tell ya, I’ve been around the block a few times, and this ol’ “debuff” is a right tricky thing! You mighta gotten it if ya went and did some business with that Auntie Ethel, the witchy ol’ hag. She can be found in Act 1, over at that Riverside Teahouse place, lurin’ folks in with promises of “help” with their problems, like gettin’ rid of that pesky parasite. But as they say, there ain’t no such thing as a free lunch, and Ethel’s “help” comes with a heavy cost.
What Does “Paid the Price” Do?
Alright, so ya accepted her deal, huh? Now you’ve got yourself stuck with this debuff called “Paid the Price.” Basically, it messes with ya by hurtin’ your crit chance and makin’ it harder to hit those big, powerful attacks. Any time you’re lookin’ to land a crit, ya might find yourself missin’ a lot more often. It’s like tryin’ to swat a fly with a broom – you might get lucky once in a while, but more often than not, you’re just wavin’ air!
So now, ya want to get rid of it. Can’t say I blame ya; nobody wants to be missin’ their best shots. So, lemme tell ya a few things ya can try. Mind ya, it’s a bit like takin’ a thorn outta a bull’s hoof – ain’t easy, and sometimes ya just gotta live with it.
Ways to Get Rid of “Paid the Price”
- Find the Hooded Skeleton: Some folks say if ya got this Hooded Skeleton in your camp, ya can use ‘im to fix things up. What ya do is, take the character who’s got “Paid the Price,” put ’em somewhere safe, like outta the way, then – now don’t get mad here – ya might need to kill ’em off. I know it sounds harsh, but it’s just part of the game, ya know? Afterward, go back to camp and ask that Hooded Skeleton fella to bring ’em back to life, and they should be good as new.
- Respec the Character: If ya got the gold to spare, another option folks talk about is respeccin’ your character. That way, you might get rid of any debuffs they got on ’em. It’s kinda like givin’ ‘em a whole new life, without that nasty baggage. Not sure if it’s a surefire fix for “Paid the Price,” but worth a shot if ya feel like it.
- Save and Reload Strategy: If ya happen to have a save from before ya took Ethel’s deal, ya can always load it up and try a different path. Sometimes, goin’ back and makin’ a better choice is the only way to fix things in this game. Not ideal if ya didn’t save beforehand, though, so if you can’t, best keep on readin’ for other ideas.
Should Ya Just Live With It?
Now, I know it sounds rough, but there’s some who say ya can live with “Paid the Price” if you’re clever about it. Ya see, some folks reckon that if ya build your character right, you can still hit a lot of your shots and do solid damage even with this here debuff. For example, if your character’s main stats are beefed up real high, the debuff might not mess with ya too bad. Plus, some characters are more about skill than crits anyway. So, if ya don’t mind missin’ a crit here and there, maybe it ain’t so bad after all.
A Word on Dealin’ with Auntie Ethel
Listen here, if ya run into Auntie Ethel again, just remember she’s a sly one, and she don’t do nothin’ for free. Next time, maybe think twice before takin’ any deals. She may be smilin’, but that smile’s as crooked as a snake’s tail. Folks say ya can take her down if ya got the strength, and then maybe ya won’t have to deal with any more “prices” she wants ya to pay. But be careful; she’s a tough one, and ya better be prepared for a right dirty fight if ya go down that road.
Final Thoughts
So, there ya have it, a few ideas for tryin’ to shake off that “Paid the Price.” Whether ya go lookin’ for that Hooded Skeleton, try a respec, reload an old save, or just tough it out – well, that’s all up to you. It’s a bit of a pickle, sure enough, but in Baldur’s Gate 3, sometimes a pickle’s just part of the journey. Ain’t no shame in it – ya learn as ya go, and maybe next time, ya won’t be so quick to trust ol’ Auntie Ethel.
Good luck, and remember, don’t go makin’ deals with witches unless ya know what yer gettin’ into!
Tags：[BG3, Paid the Price, Auntie Ethel, Debuff, Hooded Skeleton]
