Reusable Iron Flask - Catch and Release
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #67 of 102 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Enables the Iron Flask to be reused, in order to capture another creature and release it an infinite amount of times.
Can only have 1 creature at a time, multiple Iron Flasks will not make a difference
Configuration
On first launch a config will be generated at AppData\Local\Larian Studios\Baldur's Gate 3\Script Extender\ReusableIronFlask\config.json
with the following default values:
"DOMINATE_DURATION" : 5,
"DOMINATE_ON_RELEASE" : 1,
"MOD_VERSION" : "3. 0. 0",
"ONLY_CAPTURE_ENEMIES" : 1,
"SAVING_THROW_ABILITY" : 3,
"SAVING_THROW_DC_OVERRIDE" : 17,
"SAVING_THROW_TO_CATCH" : 1
MOD_VERSION is not configurable, its purely as a debug tool
Booleans (True or False / 1 or 0):
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[]SAVING_THROW_TO_CATCH (Enable to use a saving throw to catch the target)
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]ONLY_CAPTURE_ENEMIES (Enable to only be able to capture enemies of the thrower)[]DOMINATE_ON_RELEASE (Enable to dominate the target when released from the flask)
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[]DOMINATE_DURATION (Duration in turns to dominate the released creature for)
[]SAVING_THROW_ABILITY (Ability to use for the saving throws, 1-6 are the only accepted values, 1 is Strength and 6 is Charisma)
[]SAVING_THROW_DC_OVERRIDE (DC to use for the Saving Throws, 0-20 is valid)
Other Files:
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[]TreasureTable: Adds the flask to the chest in the Nautiloid and to Arron in the grove. Can summon the chest using the Tutorial Chest Summoning mod
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]Default Config: Gives a sample config to use to avoid having to launch the game to generate oneRequirements
Functionality
Removes the target from the stage and stores its ID, upon throwing the target is Shown on the stage once more and teleported to the point of impact.
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[]TreasureTable: Adds the flask to the chest in the Nautiloid and to Arron in the grove. Can summon the chest using the Tutorial Chest Summoning mod
Reusable Iron Flask - Catch and Release turns the Iron Flask into a Pokeball, allowing you to capture and release creatures around Faerun. A niche utility mod with 115 endorsements, last updated December 2023.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Fun novelty for collectors who want to catch 'em all in Baldur's Gate.
- Reusable design means you can experiment without wasting the flask.
- Small but active community (115 endorsements) suggests it works as advertised.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author.
- Last updated December 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
- Limited scope: only affects the Iron Flask, so it's a one-trick pony.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who enjoy quirky, roleplay-driven mechanics and want to add a Pokemon-style twist to creature encounters. Skip if you're looking for serious gameplay overhauls or if you rarely use the Iron Flask.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the Iron Flask in your inventory before trying to capture anything.
- Test the mod on a save where you haven't used the flask yet to avoid conflicts.
- Check the mod's comments section for any user-reported issues with specific creatures.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Loz
- Version
- 3.0.1
- Downloads
- 5,834
- Endorsements
- 115
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 10/19/2023
- Updated
- 12/10/2023
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