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'''The Netherbrain''' is the final boss of [[ | |name=The Netherbrain | ||
|level=20 | |||
|image=Netherbrain Illusion.webp | |||
|role=Overarching Antagonist | |||
|voice=Cissy Jones<br>Various | |||
|titles=The Absolute | |||
|race=[[Elder Brain]] | |||
|type=[[Aberration]] | |||
|age=Unknown}} | |||
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'''The Netherbrain''' is an [[Aberration]] of massive proportions that serves as the final boss of the game. An [[Elder Brain]] powered by the ancient [[Crown of Karsus]], the Netherbrain is the overarching antagonist of the game, its insidious plans having set in motion the events of the story. | |||
{{q|Bhaal's Chosen placed the Crown upon me in the depths of Moonrise Towers, and there I was born.|The Netherbrain}} | {{q|Bhaal's Chosen placed the Crown upon me in the depths of Moonrise Towers, and there I was born.|The Netherbrain}} | ||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
=== Background === | === Background === | ||
An [[Elder Brain]] enslaved by the [[Crown of Karsus]], the Netherbrain is the true identity behind the [[Absolute]] and its enigmatic [[Cult of the Absolute|cult]] that quickly spread all over the [https://forgottenrealms.fandom.com/wiki/Sword_Coast Sword Coast]. Chained and under control of the [[Chosen]] of the [[Dead Three]], in truth, the brain is the mastermind behind everything, using the proud Chosen merely as pawns to serve it the Crown, amass an army for it and plant the seeds to control over [[Baldur's Gate]] and beyond. | |||
=== | === Gameplay === | ||
* The Netherbrain is a level 20 Aberration type Elder Brain | |||
* It serves as the main antagonist throughout the game, as well as the final boss | |||
* Mentioned first in [[Act 1]], it briefly appears at the end of [[Act 2]] before becoming a proper enemy during [[Act 3]] | |||
* Depending on player choices, its fate can vary and affect the endings of the game | |||
* Dialogue choices can have an effect on its HP when entering the final battle | |||
===Quests=== | |||
* [[Confront the Elder Brain]] | * [[Confront the Elder Brain]] | ||
** [[Destroy the Elder Brain]] | ** [[Destroy the Elder Brain]] | ||
** [[Control the Elder Brain]] | ** [[Control the Elder Brain]] | ||
==Description== | |||
===Appearance=== | |||
The Netherbrain is a gargantuan elder brain easily towering above most buildings in the [[Lower City]]. The brain is flesh colored, with crimson blood vessels and purple-blue chitinous growths emerging from the sides and the top, shaped in menacing spikes running along its dome, the flesh noticeably darker where the growths surface. It has an extremely long spinal cord and tentacles adorn the front of the brain. The Crown of Karsus sits on top of its head, simple yet well-made, adorned with rose jewels and intricate details. | |||
When interacted with, it uses an illusion that grants it the visage of a familiar mind flayer. A huge face appears at the front of the brain, skin pale blue with eyes dark orange and pitch black pupils. The tentacles are larger, resembling that of a nautiloid, allowing it to emote similarly to other illithid. | |||
===Personality=== | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
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While the brain could be controlled, so long as all three Netherstones were separate from the Crown, it was still able to guide events to its favour. The Netherbrain granted [[the Emperor]] its freedom so it could retrieve the Prism, and planted the knowledge of Orpheus' power. Unwittingly following a larger plan, the Emperor and his protected allowed it so that at least one Netherstone would be brought back to the brain, and it would be liberated. | While the brain could be controlled, so long as all three Netherstones were separate from the Crown, it was still able to guide events to its favour. The Netherbrain granted [[the Emperor]] its freedom so it could retrieve the Prism, and planted the knowledge of Orpheus' power. Unwittingly following a larger plan, the Emperor and his protected allowed it so that at least one Netherstone would be brought back to the brain, and it would be liberated. | ||
== | == Involvement == | ||
=== | ===Act One=== | ||
=== | ===Act Two=== | ||
===Act Three=== | |||
== | == Combat == | ||
{{Hatnote|See main article: [[The Netherbrain/Combat]]}} | |||
The Netherbrain serves as the final boss of Act 3 and of the game. Its defeat marks the end of the main adventure, giving way to the [[Endings]] and the [[Epilogue]]. | |||
==== | === Loot === | ||
The Netherbrain cannot be looted as the game ends immediately after it is defeated. | |||
==Achievements== | ==Achievements== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery heights=" | <gallery heights="250px" mode="packed"> | ||
File:Wayne-chu-bg3-elder-brain-render-wayne-chu-3.jpg|Concept art | File:Wayne-chu-bg3-elder-brain-render-wayne-chu-3.jpg|Concept art | ||
File:Wayne-chu-bg3-netherbrain-render-waynechu-2.jpg|Illusion | File:Wayne-chu-bg3-netherbrain-render-waynechu-2.jpg|Illusion | ||
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File:Netherbrain.webm|Cinematic | File:Netherbrain.webm|Cinematic | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
== Notes == | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
{{FRWiki|The Netherbrain|long}} | {{FRWiki|The Netherbrain|long}} | ||
{{NavAct2Finale}} | {{NavAct2Finale}} | ||
{{NavBaldursGate}} | {{NavBaldursGate}} | ||
[[Category: Aberrations]][[Category: Bosses]] | [[Category: Aberrations]][[Category: Bosses]] |