My score: 9.5 - Excellent, Recommended to Anyone
Character: Began w/ lv. 2 rogue/ranger, ended level 6 (barely)
I'm a sucker for a great story. And that is a big part of what makes Cave of Songs so great. Not only is there a brilliantly creative concept at the heart of the tale, but the execution of that concept is terrific. You begin in a small tavern in a small town near the Grimwood forest, where you hear tales of a mysterious Cave of Songs. Everyone has heard a different story about what can be found there, and the stories only get more interesting as you make your way through Grimwood and into the cave itself. This is one of those stories that I will remember for years, at least in its general essence.
In many ways, I was reminded of Torslunda, which was a classic, relatively short, low-level mod that was published several years after Cave of Songs. Both have a fairly linear but interesting story with sidequests, and are ideal ways to get that low-level experience. I recommend Cave of Songs to anyone.
Upon reading the walkthrough, it appears that the mod is more non-linear than I realized! Beyond just the decision to avoid the deeper parts of the woods, In at least three places, there are alternative ways to advance the plot. Kudos!
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