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'''Rescue the Gnome''' is a [[quest]] in [[Act One]] of Baldur's Gate 3. It is initiated by discovering a group of goblins in the [[Blighted Village]] laughing at having tied [[Barcus Wroot]] to the blade of a windmill.  
[[File:Barcus on Windmill Quest.jpg|thumb|{{noexcerpt|Barcus is tormented by goblins.}}]]
 
'''Rescue the Gnome''' is a [[Quest]] in [[Act One]] of Baldur's Gate 3. It is initiated by discovering a group of goblins in the [[Blighted Village]] laughing at having tied {{CharLink|Barcus Wroot}} to the blade of a windmill.  
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[[File:Barcus on Windmill Quest.jpg|thumb|Barcus is tormented by goblins.]]
{{SpoilerWarning}}
==Objectives==
==Objectives==
''Objectives and journal entries may vary pending player decisions and outcomes.''
''Objectives and journal entries may vary pending story decisions and outcomes.''
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed">
{{Quest objective|Approach the goblins.|
<div style="font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.6;">Approach the goblins.</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* We spotted a deep gnome tied to the blades of a windmill. He's being tormented by a group of goblins.
* We spotted a deep gnome tied to the blades of a windmill. He's being tormented by a group of goblins.
</div></div>
}}
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{{Quest objective|Defeat the goblins.|
<div style="font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.6;">Defeat the goblins.</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* The goblins attacked us.
* The goblins attacked us.
</div></div>
}}
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{{Quest objective|Stop the windmill.|
<div style="font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.6;">Stop the windmill.</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* We've defeated the goblins. If we want to help the gnome, we'll have to stop the windmill.
* We've defeated the goblins. If we want to help the gnome, we'll have to stop the windmill.
* It took some convincing, but the goblins left. If we want to help the gnome, we'll have to stop the windmill. (70 XP Rewarded)
* It took some convincing, but the goblins left. If we want to help the gnome, we'll have to stop the windmill. (70 XP Rewarded)
</div></div>
}}
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="border-top: none;">
{{Quest objective|Untie the gnome.|
<div style="font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.6;">Untie the gnome.</div>
* Now that the windmill has stopped spinning, we should be able to untie the gnome. (15 Xp Rewarded)
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* Now that the windmill has stopped spinning, we should be able to untie the gnome.
{{Quest objective|Quest Complete|
</div></div>
<div class="toccolours mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="border-top: none;">
<div style="font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.6;">Quest Complete</div>
<div class="mw-collapsible-content">
* After rescuing Barcus Wroot, we parted ways with him.
* After rescuing Barcus Wroot, we parted ways with him.
* We invited Barcus Wroot to our camp.
* We invited Barcus Wroot to our camp.
* The deep gnome was killed.
* The deep gnome was killed.
* We left without helping the deep gnome.
* We left without helping the deep gnome.
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== Walkthrough ==
== Walkthrough ==
The objectives of this quest are relatively simple - free Barcus. Approaching the Windmill (X:13, Y:418) automatically initiates a conversation with [[Fezzerk]] the goblin leader of the group. From there, the player has multiple ways to resolve the situation.
The only objective of this quest is to free {{CharLink|Barcus Wroot}}. Approaching the Windmill (X:13, Y:418) automatically initiates a conversation with {{CharLink|Fezzerk}} the goblin leader of the group. There are several options to resolve the situation.


* Convince Fezzerk with different social [[Skill Check|Skill Checks]] or using Illithid Persuasion.
=== Solving the encounter peacefully ===
** A [[Performance]], [[Deception]] or [[Intimidation]] at a [[Difficulty Class|DC]] 5.  
If demanding to free the gnome, there will be the following choices:
** Using a Illithid Persuasion at a DC 2.
* {{Dialogue option|We're allies - I have the Absolute's Brand. Leave the gnome to me.|tags=Branded|roll=Deception|dc=5}}
* The player can also choose to use violence by attacking them.
* {{Dialogue option|We're allies, you and I. Servants of the Absolute.|roll=Deception|dc=15}}
* The player is also free to do nothing and leave Barcus spinning.  
* {{Dialogue option|You dare refuse a ''githyanki warrior''?|tags=Lae'zel|roll=Intimidation|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|I won't let you harm a defenseless being - not without a fight.|roll=Intimidation|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Read the goblin's mind.''|roll=Wisdom}}
** {{Dialogue option|You don't have the stomach for a fight.}}
* {{Dialogue option|Negotiations are over. Either leave or die.|roll=Intimidation|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|'''''ROAR.'''''|tags=Berserker|roll=Intimidation|dc=15|advantage=y}}
* {{Dialogue option|'''Mine.'''|tags=Barbarian|roll=Intimidation|dc=15|advantage=y}}
* {{Dialogue option|I'm not bargaining with you. Free him, or I swear on my oath, you will ''die.''|tags=Paladin|roll=Intimidation|dc=15|advantage=y}}
* {{Dialogue option|All of you lot against one deep gnome? You should go find a better target.|roll=Persuasion|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|You've had your fun - it's high time you found someone else to torment.|roll=Persuasion|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Don't utter a word. Just stare down the goblin.''|tags=Half-Orc|roll=Intimidation|dc=10}}
* {{Dialogue option|I consider the gnome under my protection. You ''don't'' want to fight me for him.|tags=Paladin|roll=Intimidation|dc=15|advantage=y}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Show him your brand and say you're taking the gnome. The Absolute wills it.''|tags=Branded|roll=Deception|dc=5}}
* {{Dialogue option|Your skull will make a fine chalice one I plug those beady eye sockets.|tags=Barbarian}}
* {{Dialogue option|You're making a mistake. You can think it over in the Fugue Plane.|tags=Fighter}}


[[File:Brake Lever.jpg|thumb|The brake lever that will safely stop the windmill. ]]
If using the tadpole:
Should the player choose the violent approach, they only need to damage Fezzerk to near death to force the entire group to surrender. Killing Fezzerk similarly forces the rest of his group to flee.  
* {{Dialogue option|You ''will'' release the gnome. That's an order.|tags=True Soul, Illithid|roll=Wisdom|dc=2}}
* {{Dialogue option|I am a True Soul. Now once again - release the gnome.|tags=True Soul, Illithid|roll=Wisdom|dc=2}}
 
If convinced to walk away, the party will be rewarded experience as if the party had defeated the whole group.
 
If the party just tries to pass, Fezzerk will say that's what Barcus wanted too and will demand 1000 gold, leading to a variety of choices:
 
* {{Dialogue option|''Pay the goblin.''}}
* {{Dialogue option|I might be willing to part with a more reasonable sum. (100)|roll=Persuasion|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|Here's my counter-offer: a far more reasonable sum. (500)|roll=Persuasion|dc=10}}
* {{Dialogue option|That's a ridiculous amount. I'll make you a realistic offer. (250)|roll=Persuasion|dc=10}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Haggle with the goblin, though you lack even a modest sum of gold.''|roll=Persuasion|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Read the goblin's mind.''|roll=Wisdom}}
** {{Dialogue option|Your price is absurd and you know it.}}
* {{Dialogue option|I can pay twice that much. I just have to go and fetch it.|tags=Deception|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|Here's my counter-offer: you can all live so long as you leave right now.|roll=Persuasion|dc=15}}
* {{Dialogue option|This will lead only to pain, not fulfillment.|tags=Monk}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Provide directions to a non-existant cache of gold.|tags=Rogue}}
* {{Dialogue option|'''OR YOU CAN LEAVE. ALIVE.'''|tags=Berserker|roll=Intimidation|dc=15|advantage=y}}
* {{Dialogue option|Leave. '''Or die.'''|tags=Barbarian|roll=Intimidation|dc=15|advantage=y}}
 
No matter which of the above checks succeed, '''Fezzerk''' will lower the price to 5 because he can't count. The [[Illithid Persuasion]] check can be done to pay nothing and have his group leave. If paid, the party will be allowed to leave, but if approaching again a fight will break out.
 
* {{Dialogue option|Not an orator, eh? I could teach you how to talk gold out of any purse, for free passage.|tags=Bard}}
** {{Dialogue option|Wait! Just let me go...''please.''|roll=Performance|dc=5}}
* {{Dialogue option|I'm going to pay nothing and you and your cronies are going to leave.|tags=Illithid|roll=Wisdom|dc=5}}
This will make '''Fezzerk''' and his group leave, rewarding experience as if the party had defeated them all.
 
=== Attacking the goblins ===
If attacking the goblins without attempting to convince them to stop or let the party pass (it is possible to ask what and why he is doing this first) nets {{Approval|Wyll|+5}} {{Approval|Lae'zel|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|-1}}.
 
If a fight does break out, he will surrender when nearly killed, making the rest of his group flee. It's possible then to interrogate him, to demand that he gives up his belongings and / or kill him. There won't be experience for those who run away, however, so to get the most experience while still engaging in his surrender the party must kill all others first.
 
[[Barbarian]]s have a unique dialogue path:
 
* {{Dialogue option|''Ignore the rage. Listen to your head. There is nothing to gain from being rash.''|roll=Wisdom|dc=10|disadvantage=y}}
* {{Dialogue option|'''''Give in. KILL THE MAGGOT.'''''|tags=Berserker}}
* {{Dialogue option|''Leave reason to the reasonable. Kill the runt.''}}
 
Otherwise, the party can interrogate him:
 
* {{Dialogue option|I want the gold you took. Now.}}
* {{Dialogue option|Give me my gold back - and anything else you have, too.}}
* {{Dialogue option|Talk and you might live. ''If'' it's worth my while.}}
* {{Dialogue option|Your valuables - now.}}
* {{Dialogue option|I want everything of value you have.}}
* {{Dialogue option|Your valuables are mine now. Hand them over.}}


Once the Goblins have been dealt with, the player needs to go to the interior of the windmill to stop it from spinning, and allowing them to free Barcus. It is important to note that there are two levers inside the Windmill, and that the player must choose the "'''Brake'''" lever to safely stop the Windmill.
... or potentially just kill him or release him:
* {{Dialogue option|''No mercy. Kill the goblin.''}} {{Approval|Astarion|+1}} {{Approval|Lae'zel|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}} {{Approval|Wyll|+5}} {{Approval|Karlach|-1}}
* {{Dialogue option|Run along, goblin. Before I change my mind.}} {{Approval|Astarion|-1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|-1}} {{Approval|Wyll|-5}}


Choosing to use the "'''Release Brake'''" lever instead forces the windmill to an abrupt, violent stop, leading to Barcus being launched into the sky by inertia, and subsequently dying.
=== Freeing Barcus ===
[[File:Brake Lever.jpg|thumb|The brake lever that will safely stop the windmill. ]]
Once the Goblins have been dealt with, the party needs to go to the interior of the windmill to stop it from spinning, allowing them to free Barcus. There are two levers inside the Windmill, amd the "'''Brake'''" lever must be chosen to safely stop the Windmill. Using the "'''Release Brake'''" lever instead causes the windmill machinery to spin much faster, resulting in Barcus being launched into the sky by inertia, and subsequently dying. His body can then be found on the western road leading out of Blighted Village.


If the windmill is stopped properly, the player can then free Barcus by interacting with him. Barcus offers the player his luggage (which contains various goods, including a [[Smokepowder Satchel]]) in the basement of the windmill, reasoning that lugging around the extra weight was what got him caught in the first place. Note - actually saving Barcus is not required to obtain this quest reward, as his luggage will be in the basement regardless.  
If the windmill is stopped properly, the party can then free Barcus by interacting with him. Barcus offers the party his luggage (which contains various goods, including a {{SmRarityItem|Smokepowder Satchel}}) in the basement of the windmill, reasoning that lugging around the extra weight was what got him caught in the first place. Saving Barcus is not required to obtain this quest reward, as his luggage will be in the basement regardless.


== Quest Rewards ==
== Quest rewards ==
* {{SmallIcon|Throwable Smokepowder Satchel Icon.png}} [[Smokepowder Satchel]]
* {{MdRarityItem|Smokepowder Bomb}}, if Fezzerk is killed and didn't use it
* {{SmallIcon|The Speedy Lightfeet Icon.png}} [[The Speedy Lightfeet]] in the heavy chest next to Barcus' satchel
* {{MdRarityItem|Smokepowder Satchel}}
* {{MdRarityItem|The Speedy Lightfeet}} in the heavy chest next to Barcus' satchel
* {{MdRarityItem|Very Heavy Greataxe}}, if Fezzerk is killed
* 75 xp for saving Barcus Wroot


== Consequences ==
== Consequences ==
Saving Barcus has far reaching consequences for many quests, including [[Save the Grymforge Gnomes]], [[Rescue Wulbren]], and [[Avenge the Ironhands]]. He can be seen throughout [[Act Two|Acts Two]] and [[Act Three|Three]] if he is rescued.
Saving Barcus has far reaching consequences for many quests, including {{Quest|Save the Grymforge Gnomes}}, {{Quest|Rescue Wulbren}}, and {{Quest|Avenge the Ironhands}}. He can be seen throughout [[Act Two|Acts Two]] and [[Act Three|Three]] if he is rescued.


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Latest revision as of 09:56, 19 November 2024

Barcus is tormented by goblins.

Rescue the Gnome is a Quest in Act One of Baldur's Gate 3. It is initiated by discovering a group of goblins in the Blighted Village laughing at having tied Barcus Wroot Barcus Wroot to the blade of a windmill.

Objectives[edit | edit source]

Objectives and journal entries may vary pending story decisions and outcomes.

Approach the goblins.
  • We spotted a deep gnome tied to the blades of a windmill. He's being tormented by a group of goblins.
Defeat the goblins.
  • The goblins attacked us.
Stop the windmill.
  • We've defeated the goblins. If we want to help the gnome, we'll have to stop the windmill.
  • It took some convincing, but the goblins left. If we want to help the gnome, we'll have to stop the windmill. (70 XP Rewarded)
Untie the gnome.
  • Now that the windmill has stopped spinning, we should be able to untie the gnome. (15 Xp Rewarded)
Quest Complete
  • After rescuing Barcus Wroot, we parted ways with him.
  • We invited Barcus Wroot to our camp.
  • The deep gnome was killed.
  • We left without helping the deep gnome.

Walkthrough[edit | edit source]

The only objective of this quest is to free Barcus Wroot Barcus Wroot. Approaching the Windmill (X:13, Y:418) automatically initiates a conversation with Fezzerk Fezzerk the goblin leader of the group. There are several options to resolve the situation.

Solving the encounter peacefully[edit | edit source]

If demanding to free the gnome, there will be the following choices:

  • [BRANDED] [DECEPTION] We're allies - I have the Absolute's Brand. Leave the gnome to me. (DC 5)
  • [DECEPTION] We're allies, you and I. Servants of the Absolute. (DC 15)
  • [LAE'ZEL] [INTIMIDATION] You dare refuse a githyanki warrior? (DC 15)
  • [INTIMIDATION] I won't let you harm a defenseless being - not without a fight. (DC 15)
  • [WISDOM] Read the goblin's mind.
    • You don't have the stomach for a fight.
  • [INTIMIDATION] Negotiations are over. Either leave or die. (DC 15)
  • [BERSERKER] [INTIMIDATION] ROAR. (DC 15 Advantage Icon.png)
  • [BARBARIAN] [INTIMIDATION] Mine. (DC 15 Advantage Icon.png)
  • [PALADIN] [INTIMIDATION] I'm not bargaining with you. Free him, or I swear on my oath, you will die. (DC 15 Advantage Icon.png)
  • [PERSUASION] All of you lot against one deep gnome? You should go find a better target. (DC 15)
  • [PERSUASION] You've had your fun - it's high time you found someone else to torment. (DC 15)
  • [HALF-ORC] [INTIMIDATION] Don't utter a word. Just stare down the goblin. (DC 10)
  • [PALADIN] [INTIMIDATION] I consider the gnome under my protection. You don't want to fight me for him. (DC 15 Advantage Icon.png)
  • [BRANDED] [DECEPTION] Show him your brand and say you're taking the gnome. The Absolute wills it. (DC 5)
  • [BARBARIAN] Your skull will make a fine chalice one I plug those beady eye sockets.
  • [FIGHTER] You're making a mistake. You can think it over in the Fugue Plane.

If using the tadpole:

  • [TRUE SOUL] [ILLITHID] [WISDOM] You will release the gnome. That's an order. (DC 2)
  • [TRUE SOUL] [ILLITHID] [WISDOM] I am a True Soul. Now once again - release the gnome. (DC 2)

If convinced to walk away, the party will be rewarded experience as if the party had defeated the whole group.

If the party just tries to pass, Fezzerk will say that's what Barcus wanted too and will demand 1000 gold, leading to a variety of choices:

  • Pay the goblin.
  • [PERSUASION] I might be willing to part with a more reasonable sum. (100) (DC 15)
  • [PERSUASION] Here's my counter-offer: a far more reasonable sum. (500) (DC 10)
  • [PERSUASION] That's a ridiculous amount. I'll make you a realistic offer. (250) (DC 10)
  • [PERSUASION] Haggle with the goblin, though you lack even a modest sum of gold. (DC 15)
  • [WISDOM] Read the goblin's mind.
    • Your price is absurd and you know it.
  • [DECEPTION] I can pay twice that much. I just have to go and fetch it. (DC 15)
  • [PERSUASION] Here's my counter-offer: you can all live so long as you leave right now. (DC 15)
  • [MONK] This will lead only to pain, not fulfillment.
  • [ROGUE] Provide directions to a non-existant cache of gold.
  • [BERSERKER] [INTIMIDATION] OR YOU CAN LEAVE. ALIVE. (DC 15 Advantage Icon.png)
  • [BARBARIAN] [INTIMIDATION] Leave. Or die. (DC 15 Advantage Icon.png)

No matter which of the above checks succeed, Fezzerk will lower the price to 5 because he can't count. The Illithid Persuasion check can be done to pay nothing and have his group leave. If paid, the party will be allowed to leave, but if approaching again a fight will break out.

  • [BARD] Not an orator, eh? I could teach you how to talk gold out of any purse, for free passage.
    • [PERFORMANCE] Wait! Just let me go...please. (DC 5)
  • [ILLITHID] [WISDOM] I'm going to pay nothing and you and your cronies are going to leave. (DC 5)

This will make Fezzerk and his group leave, rewarding experience as if the party had defeated them all.

Attacking the goblins[edit | edit source]

If attacking the goblins without attempting to convince them to stop or let the party pass (it is possible to ask what and why he is doing this first) nets Wyll approves +5 Lae'zel approves +1 Shadowheart disapproves -1.

If a fight does break out, he will surrender when nearly killed, making the rest of his group flee. It's possible then to interrogate him, to demand that he gives up his belongings and / or kill him. There won't be experience for those who run away, however, so to get the most experience while still engaging in his surrender the party must kill all others first.

Barbarians have a unique dialogue path:

  • [WISDOM] Ignore the rage. Listen to your head. There is nothing to gain from being rash. (DC 10 Disadvantage Icon.png)
  • [BERSERKER] Give in. KILL THE MAGGOT.
  • Leave reason to the reasonable. Kill the runt.

Otherwise, the party can interrogate him:

  • I want the gold you took. Now.
  • Give me my gold back - and anything else you have, too.
  • Talk and you might live. If it's worth my while.
  • Your valuables - now.
  • I want everything of value you have.
  • Your valuables are mine now. Hand them over.

... or potentially just kill him or release him:

  • No mercy. Kill the goblin. Astarion approves +1 Lae'zel approves +1 Shadowheart approves +1 Wyll approves +5 Karlach disapproves -1
  • Run along, goblin. Before I change my mind. Astarion disapproves -1 Shadowheart disapproves -1 Wyll disapproves -5

Freeing Barcus[edit | edit source]

The brake lever that will safely stop the windmill.

Once the Goblins have been dealt with, the party needs to go to the interior of the windmill to stop it from spinning, allowing them to free Barcus. There are two levers inside the Windmill, amd the "Brake" lever must be chosen to safely stop the Windmill. Using the "Release Brake" lever instead causes the windmill machinery to spin much faster, resulting in Barcus being launched into the sky by inertia, and subsequently dying. His body can then be found on the western road leading out of Blighted Village.

If the windmill is stopped properly, the party can then free Barcus by interacting with him. Barcus offers the party his luggage (which contains various goods, including a Smokepowder Satchel) in the basement of the windmill, reasoning that lugging around the extra weight was what got him caught in the first place. Saving Barcus is not required to obtain this quest reward, as his luggage will be in the basement regardless.

Quest rewards[edit | edit source]

Consequences[edit | edit source]

Saving Barcus has far reaching consequences for many quests, including Save the Grymforge Gnomes Save the Grymforge Gnomes, Rescue Wulbren Rescue Wulbren, and Avenge the Ironhands Avenge the Ironhands. He can be seen throughout Acts Two and Three if he is rescued.

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