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[[Category:Locations]]
[[Category:Chapter One Locations]]
[[File:Underdark.jpg|500px|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]
[[File:Underdark.jpg|500px|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]
The '''Underdark''' is a [[Region]] of [[Faerûn]], and consists of multiple [[location]]s in [[Act One]] of [[Baldur's Gate 3]]. It is a vast series of caverns and tunnels devoid of sunlight but full of dangerous creatures and even more dangerous mushrooms, but also contains a multitude of [[alchemy|alchemical]] ingredients that are hard to find elsewhere. The Underdark in Baldur's Gate 3 is only a small portion of the true Underdark. The [[Drow]], [[Duergar]] and [[Gnome|Deep Gnomes]] are native to the Underdark.  
The '''Underdark''' is a [[region]] of [[Faerûn]], and consists of multiple [[Location|locations]] in [[Chapter One]] of [[Baldur's Gate 3]].


==Access==
==Region Summary==
Due to its immense size, there are multiple access points into the Underdark from over-land. All of them involve travelling (or falling) deep into the depths of the world.  
The '''Underdark''' is a vast system of caverns and tunnels devoid of sunlight which stretch beneath the lands of Faerûn. It is a dangerous place, home to evil beings, powerful creatures, and outlandish flora. The [[Drow]] and [[Gnome|Deep Gnomes]] are native to the '''Underdark'''.  


The following locations contain known access points into the Underdark:
===Access===
* Ladder from the [[Defiled Temple]], arriving in the [[Selunite Outpost]].
Due to its immense size, there are multiple access points into the '''Underdark''' from over-land. All of them involve traveling (or falling) deep into the depths of the world.  
* Elevator from the [[Zhentarim Hideout]], arriving in the [[Storehouse]].
* Mushroom circle in the [[Overgrown Tunnel]] to a corresponding circle in [[#Torchstalk Gulch|Torchstalk Gulch]]
* Falling into the hole in the [[Whispering Depths]], arriving in the [[#Minotaur Hills|Minotaur Hills]]. ([[Feather Fall]] or the ability to fly must be used or a cutscene will show the party falling to death).


== Areas ==
The following locations contain known access points into the '''Underdark''':
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Storehouse and Minotaur Hills highlighted.]]
*Depart from the [[Defiled Temple]] to arrive in/near the South East Region.
*Depart from the [[Zhentarim Hideout]] to reach the North East Region.
*Depart from the [[Riverside Teahouse]] to reach the South West Region.
*Depart from the [[Whispering Depths]] to reach the North East Region.
 
==Wayfinding==
Due to its immense size, the map of the '''Underdark''' features several nameless [[Location|locations]] with unique elements, or named locations that only appear on the player's minimap. To help navigate this region, the [[Location|locations]] below may include adjacent nameless areas of the '''Underdark'''.
 
===North East Quadrant===
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|The NE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Storehouse====
====Storehouse====
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Storehouse]].}}
The [[Storehouse]] is a [[location]] in the most north-eastern quadrant of the '''Underdark''' map. This primary area, when labeled on the player minimap, is recognizable for its aging pale wooden interior and is free of any enemies.
The [[Storehouse]] is a [[location]] in the most north-eastern quadrant of the Underdark map. This area is recognisable for its aging pale wooden interior and is free of any enemies.  
 
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Zhentarim Basement]].
 
===="Minotaur Hills"====
Considered part of the [[Storehouse]], this nameless area of the '''Underdark''' is recognizable thanks to its bright green grass and whimsical red mushrooms with swirling paths featuring wandering [[Minotaur|Minotaurs]]. This unique area is directly adjacent to the south of the [[Storehouse]], after climbing down the rope netting.


Enter the Underdark through this area when departing from the over-world's [[Zhentarim Basement]].
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Whispering Depths]].


==== Minotaur Hills ====
===North Central Quadrant===
Considered part of the [[Storehouse]], this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable thanks to its bright green grass and whimsical red mushrooms with swirling paths featuring wandering [[Minotaur|Minotaurs]]. This area is directly to the south of the [[Storehouse]] via the rope netting.
[[File:Underdark-Map-NC.png|200px|thumb|The North Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Ebonlake Grotto====
[[Ebonlake Grotto]] is a [[location]] centered between the NE and NW corners of the '''Underdark''' map. This primary area, when labeled on the player minimap, is recognizable for its densely packed oversized mushrooms, and roaming [[Myconids]] amidst which reside several NPCs and merchants.


[[File:Underdark-Map-NC.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with Ebonlake Grotto, Myconid Minefield, and Giant Bird Nest highlighted.]]
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area only after unlocking the [[Myconid Colony]] waypoint here.
==== Ebonlake Grotto ====
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Ebonlake Grotto]].}}
The Ebonlake Grotto is recognisable for its densely packed oversized mushrooms, and roaming [[Myconid]]s amidst which reside several NPCs and merchants.


==== Myconid Minefield ====
===="Myconid Minefield"====
Considered part of the [[Ebonlake Grotto]] and in its south-east part, this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognisable for being full of dangerous mushrooms such as [[Timmask]] and [[Bibberbang]], which are a particularly dangerous combination with [[Torchstalk]] mushrooms that can quickly turn the area into a series of explosions.
Considered part of the [[Ebonlake Grotto]], this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognizable for being full of dangerous mushrooms such as [[Timmask]] and [[Bibberbang]]. Pass through and speak to the [[Myconid]] NPCs when you arrive in this area if you wish.


This unique area is directly adjacent to the south-east of [[Ebonlake Grotto]].
[[File:Giant_Bird_Nest.png|200px|thumb|View from within the Giant Bird Nest]]
[[File:Giant_Bird_Nest.png|200px|thumb|View from within the Giant Bird Nest]]
==== Giant Bird Nest ====
===="Giant Bird Nest"====
Considered part of the Ebonlake Grotto and to its south-west, this unnamed area is an unremarkable corridor connecting [[Ebonlake Grotto]], the [[Dread Hollow]] and the [[Decrepit Village]]. It is most recognisable for the giant bird's nest.
Considered part of the [[Ebonlake Grotto]], this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is a rather unremmarkable corridor connecting [[Ebonlake Grotto]], the [[Dread Hollow]] and the [[Decrepit Village]]. It is most recognizable for the giant bird's nest.
 
This unique area is directly adjacent to the south-west of [[Ebonlake Grotto]].


[[File:Underdark-Map-NW.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Dread Hollow and Bibberbang Grotto highlighted.]]
===North West Quadrant===
==== Dread Hollow ====
[[File:Underdark-Map-NW.png|200px|thumb|The NW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Dread Hollow]].}}
==== Dread Hollow====
The Dread Hollow is a [[location]] in the north-west of the [[Underdark]].  This area is recognisable for the large and brightly shining [[Sussur Tree]], as well as the roaming [[Hook Horror]]s and hostile wizard, [[Filro|Filro the Forgotton]], living along its branched roots.  A [[Bulette]] can also be spotted in the area.
The [[Dread Hollow]] is a [[location]] in the NW corner of the '''Underdark''' map.  This primary area, when labeled on the player minimap, is recognizable for its brightly shining Sussur Trees, and the roaming [[Hook Horror|Hook Horrors]], amidst which resides a singular NPC.


To the south lies the tombstone of Myrna, a pet dog of [[Lenore]].
Entering the '''Underdark''' through this area from the surface is unknown.


==== Bibberbang Grotto ====
===="Bibberbang Grotto"====
North-east of the [[Sussur Tree]] in the [[Dread Hollow]] section of the [[Underdark]], the '''Bibberbang Grotto''' is an unnamed area of explosive and densely growing [[Bibberbang]] mushrooms, trapping [[Baelen|Baelen Bonecloak]].
Considered part of the [[Dread Hollow]], this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognizable for being densely covered with the dangerous mushroom, [[Bibberbang]], which has ensnared [[Baelen]].


This unique area is directly adjacent approximately north of [[Dread Hollow]], on a lower level.
====Dread Hollow South====
Considered part of the [[Dread Hollow]] this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognizable for being a sparse soil clearing, featuring a lonely Tombstone amidst the rocks lining this area.
This unique area is directly adjacent approximately south of [[Dread Hollow]].
===South West Quadrant===
[[File:Underdark-Map-SW.png|200px|thumb|The SW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-SW.png|200px|thumb|The SW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
==== Arcane Tower ====
====Arcane Tower====
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Arcane Tower]].}}
The [[Arcane Tower]] is a [[location]] in the SW corner of the '''Underdark''' map.  This primary area, when labeled on the player minimap, is recognizable by its neatly built stone entryway that opens to a front garden featuring [[Arcane Turrets]].
The Arcane Tower is a [[location]] in the south-west corner of the Underdark map.  This area is recognizable by its neatly built stone entryway that opens to a front garden featuring [[Arcane Cannon]]s.


==== Torchstalk Gulch ====
===="Torchstalk Gulch"====
Considered to be part of the [[Arcane Tower]] and to its east, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable by its dark brown paths paved with deep red mushroom clusters and spots of [[Torchstalk]] that cast floating embers into the air. The corpse of an unfortunate Drow can be found, having been killed by an unexpected fall. Can be spoken to with {{SAI|Speak with Dead}}, which is detailed further down.
Considered part of the [[Arcane Tower]], this nameless area of the '''Underdark''' is recognizable by its dark brown paths paved with deep red mushroom clusters and spots of [[Torchstalk]] that cast floating embers into the air.  


A few mushroom circles can be found here, one of which leads to the [[Overgrown Tunnel]].
This unique area is directly adjacent east of the [[Arcane Tower]].  


==== Festering Cove ====
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Gnarled Teahouse]] via the [[Mushroom Circle]].
{{hatnote|Main article: [[The Festering Cove]].}}
The Festering Cove is a partially hidden [[location]] on a separate Underdark map, containing the [[Kuo-toa]] worshipping their god, [[BOOOAL]]. It can be reached by climbing down the cragged rock in Torchstalk Gulch {{Coords|80|-241}}.


[[File:Underdark-Map-SE.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Selûnite Outpost and Battlefields highlighted.]]
====Festering Cove====
==== Selûnite Outpost ====
The [[The Festering Cove|Festering Cove]] is a partially hidden [[location]] on a separate '''Underdark''' map, containing the [[Kuo-toa]] worshipping their god, [[BOOOAL]].  
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Selûnite Outpost]].}}
The [[Selûnite]] Outpost is a [[location]] in the SE corner of the Underdark map. This area is recognisable by its crumbling stone walls, grated windows, and tattered blue banners to the goddess Selûne. A statue of the goddess holds up a bright moonstone, which channels energy into the front gate's defences.


The Outpost can be reached from the [[Shattered Sanctum]].
It is reached after climbing down the cragged rock in the Torchstalk area at X: 80 Y-241.


==== Ancient Battlefield ====
===South East Quadrant===
Directly north of the [[Selûnite Outpost]], this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable by its field of scattered wooden barricades and long-dead skeletons of ancient fighters.
[[File:Underdark-Map-SE.png|200px|thumb|The SE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Selûnite Outpost====
The [[Selûnite Outpost]] is a [[location]] in the SE corner of the '''Underdark''' map.. This primary area, when labeled on the player minimap, is recognizable by it's crumbling stone walls, grated windows, and tattered blue banners to the goddess Selûne. A statue of the goddess holds up a bright moonstone, which channels energy into the front gate's defenses.


==== Petrified Battlefield ====
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Goblin Camp]].
To the west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]], this nameless area of the Underdark is recognisable by its purple [[Glowing Gems]] and several [[Petrified (Condition)|petrified]] [[Drow]] as well as one [[Spectator]].


[[File:Underdark-Map-C.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the central area highlighted.]]
===="Abandoned Battlefield"====
==== Decrepit Village====
Considered part of the [[Selûnite Outpost]], this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognizable by its field of scattered wooden barricades and long-dead skeletons of ancient fighters.
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Decrepit Village]].}}
The Decrepit Village is the central [[location]] of the Underdark and fairly vertical. It is recognisable for its ramshackle wooden structures and rope netting enclosures.


==== Beach ====
This unique area is directly adjacent north of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].  
The lowest level of the [[Decrepit Village]], this unnamed area features a sandy beach strewn with the bodies of dead Deep Gnomes and Duergar. A boat rests at one dock, ready to take the party to [[Grymforge]] based on the story path of their choosing.


==== Grymforge ====
===="Petrified Battlefield"====
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Grymforge]].}}
Considered part of the [[Selûnite Outpost]], this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognizable by it's purple [[Glowing Gems]] and several [[Petrified (Condition)|petrified]] [[Drow]] and a [[Spectator]].
Grymforge is an expansive and abandoned settlement [[location]] on a separate map, containing the [[The Adamantine Forge (Location)|Adamantine Forge]]. It is accessible via the boat at the [[Decrepit Village]].


== Regional Waypoints ==
This unique area is directly adjacent west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].
The following {{SmIconLink|Waypoint Map Icon.png|Waypoints}} are available within the Underdark.
* Beach {{coords|22|-209|Decrepit Village}}
* Selûnite Outpost {{coords|180|-235}}
* Myconid Colony {{coords|101|-101|Ebonlake Grotto}}
* Sussur Tree {{coords|49|-140|Dread Hollow}}
* Grymforge {{Coords|?|?}}
** Ancient Forge {{Coords|?|?}}


==Characters==
=== Central Quadrant===
=== Notable NPCs ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-C.png|200px|thumb|The Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
{{div col}}
==== Decrepit Village====
Arcane Tower:
The [[Decrepit Village]] is the most central [[location]] on the '''Underdark''' map, and a multi-level area. When labeled on the player minimap, is recognizable for its ramshackle wooden structures and rope netting enclosures, though the north-eastern most portion has more mushrooms and a typical underdark appearance.
* [[Bernard]]
Decrepit Village:
{{#lst:Decrepit Village|npcs}}
Dread Hollow:
* [[Baelen Bonecloak]]
* [[Filro]]
Ebonlake Grotto:
{{#lst:Ebonlake Grotto|npcs}}
Festering Cove:
* [[BOOOAL]]
* [[Pooldripp the Zealous|Pooldripp]]
Petrified Battlefield:
*[[Dhourn]]
Grymforge:<ul>
{{#lst:Grymforge|npcs}}</ul>


{{div col end}}
====Beach====
Part of the [[Decrepit Village]] location, this lowest level of the Decrepit Village features a sandy beach strewn with the bodies of dead Deep Gnomes and Duergar. A boat rests at one dock, ready to take the player to [[Grymforge]] based on the story path of their choosing.


=== Creatures ===
====Grymforge ====
* [[Arcane Cannon]]
[[Grymforge]] is an expansive and abandoned settlement [[location]] on a separate '''Underdark''' map, containing the [[Adamantine forge|Adamantine Forge]] It is reached after taking the boat located at the Decrepit Village Beach.
* [[Animated Armour]]
* [[Bulette]]
* [[Hook Horror]]
* [[Minotaur]]
* [[Spectator]]


==Notable loot==
===Regional Locations===
The following [[Location|Locations]] are available within the '''Wilderness''' region.
*[[Arcane Tower]]
*[[Ebonlake Grotto]]
* [[Decrepit Village]]
*[[Dread Hollow]]
* [[The Festering Cove]]
*[[Selûnite Outpost]]
*[[Storehouse]]
⚠️ Please note that while [[Grymforge]] and [[The Festering Cove]] are technically contained within the '''Underdark''' territory, their [[location|locations]] are found on separate maps.


=== Quest Items ===
===Regional Waypoints===
The following [[Waypoint]]s are available within the '''Underdark''' territory.
* Beach {{coords|22|-209}} in the [[Decrepit Village]]
*Selûnite Outpost {{coords|180|-235}}
*Myconid Colony {{coords|101|-101}} in [[Ebonlake Grotto]]
*Sussur Tree {{coords|49|-140}} in the [[Dread Hollow]]
*Grymforge {{Coords|?|?}}
** Ancient Forge {{Coords|?|?}}


*{{MdRarityItem|Tattered Scroll}}
==Notable Characters==
*{{MdRarityItem|Scribbled Notes|Scribbled Note}}
⚠️ ''Please note that while [[Grymforge]] and [[The Festering Cove]] are technically contained within the '''Underdark''' territory, due to having unique maps, their NPCs and Merchants are not listed here.''
*{{MdRarityItem|Noblestalk}}


=== Other notable ===
===Merchants===
The following loot may all be obtained in the unnamed areas of the Underdark region (additional loot is available in named locations within the Underdark) whether looted, purchased, or obtained as a quest reward: {{verify}}
*''(Contribute to the wiki if you are aware of any Merchants in nameless regions of the Underdark)''
*{{MdRarityItem|The Spectator Eyes}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Bloodguzzler Garb}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Drow Studded Leather Armour}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Explorer's Ring}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Icy Crystal}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Helmet of Autonomy}}


=== Hidden treasure===
===NPCs ===
[[File:Phalar Aluve Location.jpg|thumb|Phalar Aluve]]
The following NPCs may all be found in areas of the '''Underdark''' region that are <u>''unnamed''</u> on the player minimap (additional NPCs are available in named locations within the Underdark):


*[[Dog Collar]] {{Coords|?|?}}: Dig up the grave in [[Dread Hollow|Dread Hollow South]]
*[[Baelen Bonecloak]]
*[[Phalar Aluve]] {{Coords|117|-192}}: Pass the [[Strength]] or [[Religion]] check to free this sword from a stone
*[[Dhourn]]
*Buried Chest {{Coords|?|?}}: Pass the check to dig up this chest near the Petrified Battlefield
*Giant Nest {{Coords|49|-153}}: Climb the mushrooms to reach the chest contained in this Giant Bird Nest
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|?|?}}: Pass the check to dig up this chest near the center of the [[Underdark#Bibberbang_Grotto|Bibberbang Grotto]] in [[Dread Hollow]]


== Related quests ==
==Related Quests==
The following quests may all be found in unnamed areas of the Underdark region (additional quests are available in named locations within the Underdark):
The following quests may all be found in unnamed areas of the '''Underdark''' region (additional quests are available in named locations within the Underdark):
*[[Find the Mushroom Picker]]
*[[Find the Mushroom Picker]]
*[[Remove the Parasite]]  
*[[Remove the Parasite]]  
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*[[Find the Nightsong]]
*[[Find the Nightsong]]


== Speak with Dead ==
==Regional Loot==
Throughout the Underdark are a few unnamed, dead NPCs can that provide insights about the area.
The following loot may all be obtained in the unnamed areas of the '''Underdark''' region (additional loot is available in named locations within the Underdark) whether looted, purchased, or obtained as a quest reward: {{verify}}
 
*{{SmallIcon|Bloodguzzler Garb Icon.png}} [[Bloodguzzler Garb]]
=== Dead Drow ===
*{{SmallIcon|Drow Studded Leather Armour Icon.png}} [[Drow Studded Leather Armour]]
Located in Torchstalk Gulch, just at the foot of the mushroom platform wall leading to the Overgrown Tunnel.
*{{SmallIcon|Explorers Ring Icon.png}} [[Explorer's Ring]]
 
*{{SmallIcon|Icy Crystal Icon.png}} [[Icy Crystal]]
'''Party member:''' Who are you?
*{{SmallIcon|Leather Helmet Magical Icon.png}} [[Helmet of Autonomy]]
 
* '''Dead Drow:''' House Vandree... far scout... searching...
** '''Party member:''' What where you searching for?
*** '''Dead Drow:''' Quick path... to surface...


'''Party member:''' What happened to you?
* [[Tattered Scroll]]
*[[Scribbled Notes|Scribbled Note]]
*[[Noblestalk]]


* '''Dead Drow:'''  Threw backpack... too light... fell...
=== Hidden Treasure===
** '''Party member:''' How did throwing a backpack make you fall?
*** '''Dead Drow:''' Mushrooms... disappear... guessed wrong...


'''Party member:''' Did you have any allies nearby?
*[[Dog Collar]] {{Coords|?|?}}: dig up the grave in [[Dread Hollow|Dread Hollow South]]
*[[Phalar Aluve]] {{Coords|?|?}}: pass the check
*Buried Chest {{Coords|?|?}}:  pass the check to dig up this chest near the Petrified Battlefield
*Giant Nest {{Coords|?|?}}:  climb the mushrooms to reach the chest contained in this Giant Bird Nest


* '''Dead Drow:''' Worked alone... better that way...
==External Links==
 
{{FRWiki|Underdark|long}}
== External Links ==
 
* {{FRWiki|Underdark|long}}
* {{Wikipedia|Underdark|long}}
 
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