"Live by the sword...Live a good loooooooong time!"

Minsc
Medium-size Male Human
Ranger3 Barbarian5

Hit Dice: (3d10)+(5d12)+24
Hit Points: 95 (105)
Initiative: +7
Speed: Walk 40'
AC: 19(17)
Attacks: Greatsword +15(17)/+10(12);
Damage: Greatsword 2d6+9(11);
Face/Reach: /5
Special Qualities: favored enemy (Gnolls) +1, Rage 2/day, Uncanny Dodge (Dex bonus to AC), Uncanny Dodge (can't be flanked)
Saves: Fortitude: +10, Reflex: +5, Will: +8(10) Immunity to Charm and Confusion from Lilarcor
Abilities: Str 19 (+4), Dex 16 (+3), Con 17 (+3), Int 8 (-1), Wis 6 (-2), Cha 9 (-1)
Skills: Climb 11; Handle Animal 4; Intimidate 5; Jump 11; Listen 2; Swim 8;
Feats: Ambidexterity, Armor Proficiency (Light), Armor Proficiency (Medium), Blind-Fight, Combat Reflexes, Improved Initiative, Martial Weapon Proficiency, Shield Proficiency, Simple Weapon Proficiency, Track, Two-Weapon Fighting, Weapon Focus (Longsword)
Challenge Rating: 8
Alignment: Chaotic Good

Possessions: Chain shirt +2, explorer's outfit, snacks for Boo ("Squeek!"), backpack, large bag of holding, Boo (Miniaturized Giant Space Hamster - Stats: Unknown) Lilarcor +3 (two-handed talking sword - see quotes below) Immunity to Charm and Confusion
"My last owner said I was sharp and edgy...he was such an ass."
"Can we go kill something now, huh?' 'How about now? ...hm, hm, hm, hmmmm, now?'"
"Oh come onnnnnnnnnnn!"
"Let's see what he looks like...on the inside heh heh heh."

Spells:
Ranger - Known: none

"Jump on my sword whilst you can, Evil. I shall not be as gentle!"

History:
Minsc proudly announces that he is a berserker warrior from the nation of Rasheman in the utter east. He is currently undertaking his dejemma, a ritual journey to manhood, and is seeking adventure and glory in battle. It is also his honor to be the bodyguard of a young Wychalarn of Rasheman named Dynaheir, and if anyone tries to harm her, he will beat sense into their heads until they reconsider. He is unsure as to why she has led them to the Sword Coast, but his loyalty is unquestioning. If he serves her well and distinguishes himself in battle, he hopes to be accepted into the Ice Dragon berserker lodge upon return to their homeland.

"Ahhh...we are all heroes. You, Boo and I.Hamsters and rangers everywhere! Rejoice! "

So far, Minsc considers his most notable experience in the world abroad to be the acquisition of his animal companion 'Boo,' a creature that he claims is a miniature giant space hamster. Apparently such things do exist in the Realms, but Minsc has surely taken too many blows to the head. He seems a good-natured fellow, but is all too willing to indulge his berserker nature.

"When the going gets tough...Someone hold my rodent!"

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A Chat With Minsc
GameSpy speaks with the legendary Minsc from the Baldur's Gate RPG series.
By - Lukas Kristjanson

GameSpy: Any advice for burgeoning rangers who want to walk the path of righteousness?

Minsc: Evil is a maze of deceit, and the cheese it hides is never worth the running. Oh, and never trust an ice weasel when your hamster is on the line.

GameSpy: You are a pretty good-natured fellow. What is it that sets you off? Any pet peeves? What bugs you most about evil?

Minsc: What bugs Minsc and Boo most about evil is that it is THERE. We need not dwell on tiny details trying to decide if someone is "a little evil" or "very evil." Ask a villain if Minsc is "a little large" or "very large" when I am in their face and they will not have an answer. Why? Because all that matters is that I am there and they are there, and that I will learn their nefarious heads a thing or six about justice before they become so utterly villainous that we must comprehend their deeds in bite-sized chunks of bad, instead of all together as a depraved whole that must be filled! I have no peeves, only a hamster.

GameSpy: What the hell's the deal with that purple tattoo on your head?

Minsc: Many warriors of Rashemen bear such trophies, mostly as scars from battle, but not everything important happens at the end of a sword. Yes, that surprised me too. On the journey with Dynaheir I met many people, and one was a valiant warrior from a land with traditions like my Rashemen, if a bit more reserved. She was well impressed with Boo and I on the battlefield, but was concerned that my fury might some day overwhelm Boo's calming influence. She had proven herself to me, so when she offered an exchange, I accepted. I am told the marking stands for balance and is well respected in her home. I wear it proudly, just as she wears the symbol of the Ice Dragon Berserker Lodge, though not placed quite so prominently... ahh, but Boo's stare has reminded me of an oath long promised, and I will speak no more of it.

GameSpy: If you had to choose between kicking evil in the head or the behind, which would you choose, and why?

Minsc: I'm not sure I understand the question. I have two feet, do I not? You do not take a small plate when the feast of evil welcomes seconds.

GameSpy: What is your favorite sword? Bow or crossbow?

Minsc: Now this topic I know well, though I care less for the weapon than the target. A fine sword will serve for years, but if evil will not wait for the forging, then a chair leg will do in a pinch. Yes, I have held many blades, though I am not fond of those found near Beregost. They seemed to break faster than the heads I hit with them. I have heard of something called "Crom Faeyr," but now I hold "Lilarcor," and it is well suited to my battle fury. All swords are meant for combat, but I never had one actually tell me so! I tell you, I thought I was hearing things, but Boo assured me I was not.

It is a good weapon, but my favorite... and you will be disappointed... my favorite was not magical at all. A simple two-handed blade, now at the bottom of Lake Ashane with the man that gave it, and again I will speak no more. Bow.

GameSpy: Final question: You've traveled much of Faerun. Any favorite vacation spots?

Minsc: So often Boo and I are at odds with the places and people we meet. You know, opposing a strange cabal here, deposing some villainous overlord there; it is hard to truly enjoy the sights when they are burning or under siege. Still, I hold high hopes for the future. Boo would like to see the jungles of Chult, but that is just the giant rodent in him speaking and he may find it too stressful once we arrive. I hear good things of Neverwinter, though I prefer my North good and cold. I have important business here in Amn you know, heroing and all, but I might cross the Trackless Sea someday. I think an old companion went that way.

And, of course, one day we will go home, right Boo? (Squeak)

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Other files

"Evil around every corner.. Be careful not to step in any!"

Minsc Groove mp3 - this one is rare, as it should be.

Neverwinter Nights Files - now you can have Minsc in your own NWN game!
Minsc Model pak - pretty good
Minsc Voice pak - replace the one that comes with the model pak with this one
Minsc Portriat - for player or npc portrait

"Swords, not words!" "Squeek!"

Jim Cummings - The voice of Minsc - see what other work this prolific voice actor has done.

More Quotes
Full plate and packing steel.
Minsc grows tired of yelling battle cries when fighting this mage! Boo will finish his eyeballs once and for all so he does not rise again!
Evil, meet my sword! SWORD, MEET, EVIL!!!!!!
There is no hope of ever separating Minsc and Boo. Boo is small and evasive, and there is ever so much of Minsc to search!
Minsc will lead with blade and boot! Boo will take care of the details.
Magic is impressive. But now, Minsc leads! Swords for everyone!
AAAH! Minsc will be free! These bonds will not hold my wrath! Butts will be liberally kicked in good measure!
Minsc and Boo stand ready!
Despair not! I shall inspire you by charging blindly on!
Go for the eyes, Boo, GO FOR THE EYES! RAAAAAAAAAAAURGH!!!
Squeeky wheel gets the kick!
Terrible hamster justice shall be wreaked upon you!
Jump on my sword while you can evil, I won't be as gentle!
Yes! Lead evil by example, and one day we need no longer put the boot to those who stray off the path of goodness into the muck and bile of of villainy and track great bloody footprints across our lily white tiles! Boo will have clean wood shavings you evil bastards!!
Boo: *squeak*
Minsc: Boo says "WHAT?"
Camaraderie, adventure, and steel on steel. The stuff of legends, right Boo?
Butt-kicking! For goodness!
(when in a Town) Cities always teem with evil and decay. Let's give it a good shake and see what falls out!
Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, watch it! I'm huge!
You point, I punch.
Evil 'round every corner. Careful not to step in any.
Take heart fellow adventurers, for you have curried the favor of Boo, the only miniature giant space hamster in the Realm!
There is strength in numbers, and I am two or three, at least.
The bigger they are, the harder I hit!
(when berserking): Fear not! I will inspire you all by charging blindly on!
(When hiding in shadows) None shall see me, though my battlecry may give me away..

Minsc has his own wikpedia entry.