2500 Gold and a Shovel

⭐ ⭐ (538 endorsements) 📥 27,771 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 12/18/2023
⚪ Last updated 2023

By JonHinkerton · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/18/2023 📅 Created: 12/18/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ BG3 Script Extender — BG3 Script Extender Download ↗
2🧩 Community Library — Community Library (Norbyte) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #469 of 515 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Tired of looting every item between your pod and Aron just to get your starting gear sorted? Pick up some coin and a shovel from the tutorial chest and leave the perfumed letter in that dead guy's pocket.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod adds 2500 gold and a shovel to the tutorial chest, giving new playthroughs a smoother start. It's a simple quality-of-life tweak for players who want a bit of extra help early on. With 538 endorsements and 27,771 downloads, it's a popular choice for those seeking a less grindy beginning.

✨ Key Features

Adds 2500 gold to the tutorial chest
Adds a shovel to the tutorial chest
Designed to provide a smoother start for new playthroughs

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Well-received by the community (538 endorsements)
  • High download count (27,771) shows it's widely used
  • Simple and effective—no complex setup, just grab your loot and go

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects the tutorial chest—if you're past that, you're out of luck
  • No custom options for adjusting the amount or items
  • Last updated in 2023—might not be compatible with the latest game version
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who find the early game grind tedious and want a quick boost to get going. Also great for those starting a new playthrough and wanting to skip some initial resource gathering. Skip if you prefer a pure vanilla experience or want more control over the starting items.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to grab the items from the tutorial chest before leaving the area—they won't be available later.
  • If you're using a mod manager, just drop the file into your mods folder and enable it before starting a new game.
  • This mod is best used with a fresh playthrough; it won't affect existing saves.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
JonHinkerton
Version
1.0
Downloads
27,771
Endorsements
538
Category
Gameplay
Created
12/18/2023
Updated
12/18/2023

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