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Baldur's Gate 3: Dark Urge

Mar 4, 2024

Play Dark Urge.

For my first full play-through in Larian’s role-playing game, Baldur’s Gate 3 a Dungeon & Dragons game taking place in Forgotten Realms, I chose to play as a Dark Urge origin character, and I am very glad I did. If you have not tried it yet, or are just getting started with Baldur’s Gate 3—do not dally—play as Dark Urge. The story resides among the best stories in gaming. No matter if you like to play good or evil-aligned character, play Dark Urge origin!

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What is an origin character?

Similar to Larian’s previous game, Divinity: Original Sin 2, an origin character includes a story which weaves with the main story. In Baldur’s Gate 3 the player may choose to play as one of several origin characters each having a specific profession (class) and background. Playing an origin character gives the player that character’s perspective. The player may enjoy stories of other origin characters by including them in the party. With the exception of Dark Urge. The only way to experience the Dark Urge story is to play as Dark Urge origin. Unlike the other origin characters, the player may customize the class, race, and gender of the Dark Urge character.

Besides playing an origin character, the player may choose a custom non-origin character which some players refer to as Tav, the default name until the player changes it. Since Dark Urge may be customized, I recommend choosing Dark Urge for custom-character play. Playing a “Tav” feels like playing a supporting role for the origin characters.

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Sleep Intimate Version 3

Feb 13, 2024

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Sleep Intimate, a sleep overhaul with romance features for Fallout 4, update version 3 comes with three animations provided by AVilas. Kiss, hug, and dance with a romanced companion! In addition, this update brings other requested features such as at a seat, Relax activation may now choose between embrace and kiss, or select dance for a romantic slow dance with fully romanced companion.

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Heavy-Haul Route Maps Now with Kansas

Dec 28, 2023

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Wester Star 49X hauling equipment from Farm Machines DLC


Routes for Kansas added to the central region heavy-haul route map for non-divisible loads for use with “Heavy-Haul Trailers Adjustments” for American Truck Simulator by SCS Software. Plenty of rest areas in Kansas, and routes are free of limitaions except for a weight limit which is signed in game. This map continues as a work in progress.

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Heavy-Haul Route Maps Update

Aug 17, 2023

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Kenworth W900 customized using W900 Tuning Pack DLC from SCS


Oklahoma routes added to the central region heavy-haul route map for non-divisible loads for use with “Heavy-Haul Trailers Adjustments” for American Truck Simulator by SCS Software. This map continues as a work in progress, so more may be added to Oklahoma later. Also, I am in the process of moving from bitmap editing to vector drawing, so expect a visual difference in and around Oklahoma. Over the next few months I will redo all maps. The western region map also updated to include new roads near Oklahoma.

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Heavy-Haul Trailers Update 2.0

Jul 27, 2023

Heavy-Haul Trailers Adjustments update v2.0 for American Truck Simulator version 1.48. Heavy-haul route maps also updated.

  • Heavy Cargo DLC now optional due to package format change introduced in game version 1.48
  • this updtate requires game version 1.48!

For those using game version 1.47, the prior Heavy-Haul Trailers version (requires Heavy Cargo DLC) is still available. Get the file and review my guide at Heavy-Haul Trailers page. To update, download the new file and overwrite the old in your mods folder.

The western map updated to include length limits on two-lane highways in Oregon (110 feet) and Washington (105 feet) over which requires pilot vehicle. When using a triple lowboy (jeep and booster), consider most day cabs should meet 110-foot limit.

The central region map updated to include more highways in Texas added with game version 1.48.

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