baldur's gate 3 

I don’t really optimize, so I know that the builds I make aren’t min/maxed builds (though some are better than others). This project started for me as a way to plan out lore-focused builds for a playthrough with every companion (thanks No Party Limit Mod!), so winning combat encounters was not a huge concern. It evolved to me enjoying creating character-centric builds, playing around with item synergies, and having fun.

Here are particular ways that I do not optimize fully:

• I don’t change starting stats (rip to all the odd number stats in the origin characters)

• I try to keep multi-classing to a minimum, unless it fits within the narrative (no Rogue Thief levels just for another bonus action, etc.)

• I try to limit respeccing unless there is a pivotal moment of character development (like Shadowheart sparing Nightsong or Lae'zel abandoning Vlaakith)

• I pick items that feel like they “go together” even if another choice might be more optimized (like sacrificing AC to wear a complete set or because I prefer the look of another)