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[[File:Underdark.jpg|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]
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The '''Underdark''' is a large region and [[Location]] within [[Chapter One]] of [[Baldur's Gate 3]]. It is one of the main areas of [[Chapter One]] and contains many other locations.
[[Category:Chapter One Locations]]
[[File:Underdark.jpg|500px|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]
The '''Underdark''' is a territory comprised of multiple [[Location|locations]] in [[Chapter One]].
 
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'''.
 
==Access==
Due to its immense size, there are multiple access points into the '''Underdark''' from overland. All of them involve traveling (or falling) deep into the depths of the world.
 
The following locations contain known access points into the '''Underdark''':
*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.
 
==Regions and Locations==
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'''.
 
====List of Map Locations====
*[[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.
 
====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|___|___}}
 
===North East Region===
[[File:Storehouse_South.png|200px|thumb|View from the Storehouse, looking to the south]]
====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.
 
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 overland's [[Whispering Depths]].
 
===North Central Region===
[[File:Ebonlakte_Grotto_South.png|200px|thumb|View from Ebonlake Grotto, looking to the south]]
====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.
 
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area only after unlocking the [[Myconid Colony]] waypoint here.
 
===="Myconid Minefield" ====
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:Underdark_Giant_Bird_Nest.png|200px|thumb|View from the Storehouse, looking to the south]]
===="Giant Bird 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.


The Underdark is a vast underground network of caverns and tunnels underneath the surface of [[Faerûn]]. These dangerous caverns host a multitude of evil beings and dangerous creatures. The [[Drow]] and [[Gnome#Deep_Gnome|Deep Gnomes]] are native to the Underdark.
This unique area is directly adjacent to the south-west of [[Ebonlake Grotto]].  


===North West Region===
[[File:Dread Hollow South.png|200px|thumb|View of Dread Hollow, looking south from the Sussur Tree]]
====Dread Hollow====
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.


==Getting to the Underdark==
Entering the '''Underdark''' through this area from the surface is unknown.
There are several ways to get to the Underdark, which all involve somehow traveling deep underground. The following locations contain ways to get into the Underdark:
* [[Defiled Temple]]
* [[Zhentarim Hideout]]
* [[Gnarled Teahouse]]
* [[Whispering Depths]]


== Underdark Locations ==
===="Bibberbang Grotto"====
* [[Selûnite Outpost]]
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]].
* [[Ebonlake Grotto]] (Myconid Colony)
* [[Arcane Tower]]
* [[The Festering Cove]]


== Sub Areas ==
This unique area is directly adjacent approximately north of [[Dread Hollow]], on a lower level.
''The following locations are named areas inside the Underdark, but are not notable enough to appear on the Underdark map.''


=== Storehouse ===
====Dread Hollow South====
[[File:Storehouse (underdark).jpg|thumb|right|The Zhentarim storehouse.]]
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.
The Storehouse is located at the northeastern edge of the Underdark {{Coords|142|-104}}. It contains a lift that leads to the [[Zhentarim Hideout]]. The lift cannot be used until it has been enabled from inside the hideout.
===== Notable Loot =====
The Storehouse contains many crates and containers. Inside, the following types of items may be found:
* Poison
* Camp Supplies
* Jewelry
Note that the Heavy Chest near the elevator is trapped.
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=== Dread Hollow ===
This unique area is directly adjacent approximately south of [[Dread Hollow]].
[[File:Dread Hollow.jpg|thumb|right|The sussur tree growing in the Underdark.]]
A large Sussur tree grows west of the [[Ebonlake Grotto]]. Several [[Hook Horror]]s and a dangerous spellcaster, [[Filro the Forgotten]], roam the area.
* [[Sussur Bloom]]s and [[Sussur Tree Bark]] can be found on the limbs of the sussur tree growing here.


===== Waypoints =====
===South West Region===
This location contains the following [[Waypoint]]:
[[File:Arcane Tower South.png|200px|thumb|View from the Arcane Tower, looking to the east]]
* Underdark - Sussur Tree {{Coords|-50|-139}}
====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]].


===== Creatures =====
===="Torchstalk Gulch"====
* [[Hook Horror]]
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.


===== Notable Loot =====
This unique area is directly adjacent east of the [[Arcane Tower]].  
* [[Dog Collar]], buried in a grave to the south overlooking the Ebonlake
* {{SmallIcon|Icy Crystal Icon.png}} [[Icy Crystal]]
* [[Sussur Tree Bark]]
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== Other Areas and Landmarks ==
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Gnarled Teahouse]] via the [[Mushroom Circle]].


=== Petrified Drow ===
====Festering Cove====
Just west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]] is a cliff ledge with several [[Conditions#Petrified|Petrified]] [[Drow]] and a [[Spectator]]. The [[Spectator]] will attack on sight, and will use its [[Unpetrification Ray]] to free the Drow and force them to attack alongside it by inflicting them with [[Spectator's Charm]]. The Drow can be freed of this charm by damaging them, at which point they will turn friendly and fight against the [[Spectator]].
The [[The Festering Cove|Festering Cove]] is a partially hidden [[location]] on a separate '''Underdark''' map, containing the [[Kuo-toa]] worshipping their god, [[BOOOAL]].  


One of the Drow, [[Dhourn]], carries a memory shard. It contains a vision of the Adamantine Forge in [[Grymforge]]. Dhourn can be convinced to give the shard to the player, or alternatively, it can be looted from him. Activating the shard requires succeeding on an [[Arcana]] check or speaking the the password. [[Dhourn]] can also be persuaded to provide the password, or if he is dead, he will tell the player if [[Speak with Dead]] is cast on him.
It is reached after climbing down the cragged rock in the Torchstalk area at X: 80 Y-241.  


The petrified [[Drow]] can be unpetrified using [[Basilisk Oil]].
===South East Region===
[[File:Selunite_Outpost_North.png|200px|thumb|View from the Selûnite Outpost, looking to the North]]
====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.


===== Creatures =====
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Goblin Camp]].
* [[Spectator]]


[[File:Selunite Outpost West.png|200px|thumb|View from the Selûnite Outpost, looking to the West]]
===="Abandoned Battlefield"====
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.


=== Phalar Aluve ===
This unique area is directly adjacent north of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].  
[[File:Phalar Aluve location.jpg|thumb|right|The sword in the stone.]]
A mysterious and magical [[Drow]] blade stands vigil alone, embedded in a slab of marked stone {{Coords|116|-192}}. This blade can be found by leaving the [[Selûnite Outpost]] and taking the first left along the path.


Succeed on a [[Strength]] or [[Religion]] check to retrieve the sword and receive:
===="Petrified Battlefield"====
* {{SmallIcon|Longsword PlusOne Icon.png}} [[Phalar Aluve]]
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]].
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=== Wandering Minotaurs ===
This unique area is directly adjacent west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].
North of the [[Selûnite Outpost]] {{Coords|158|-146}} are two wandering [[Minotaur]]s. When defeated, one of them will be carrying {{SmallIcon|Amulet of the Unworthy Icon.png}} [[Amulet of the Unworthy]].
* This is also where the [[Whispering Depths]] entrance to the Underdark will take the player, atop the staircase of mushrooms.


===Central Region===
[[File:Decrepit Village.png|200px|thumb|View from the Decrepit Village, overlooking it from the South]]
====Decrepit Village====
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.
You may find [[Holvik]], [[Gehk Coal]], [[Novice Gamor]], and [[Lurgan]] here.
====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.
====Grymforge====
[[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.
==Notable NPCs==
⚠️ 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.
*[[Baelen Bonecloak]]
*[[Bernard]]
*[[Dhourn]]
*[[Filro the Forgotten]]
*[[Glut]]
*[[Pooldripp the Zealous]]
*[[Spaw]]
*[[Thulla]]
*[[Omeluum]]
===Merchants===
*[[Blurg]]
*[[Derryth Bonecloak]]
==Related Quests==
*[[Avenge Glut's Circle]]
*[[Defeat the Duergar Intruders]]
*[[Find the Missing Boots]]
*[[Find the Mushroom Picker]]
*[[Remove the Parasite]]
**[[Help Omeluum investigate the parasite]]
**[[Reach Moonrise Towers]]
*[[Find the Nightsong]]
===Quest-related Items===
Quest-related items obtained in this location.
*[[Boots of Speed]]
*[[Tattered Scroll]]
*[[Scribbled Notes|Scribbled Note]]
*{{SmallIcon|Sussur Tree Bark Icon.png}} [[Sussur Tree Bark]]
*[[Noblestalk]]
*[[Tongue of Madness]]
*[[Timmask Spores]]


== Notable Loot ==
== Notable Loot ==
* {{SmallIcon|Bloodguzzler Garb Icon.png}} [[Bloodguzzler Garb]] (found on a roaming [[Bulette]])
Notable items obtained in this location, whether looted, purchased, or obtained as a quest reward:
* {{SmallIcon|Drow Studded Leather Armour Icon.png}} [[Drow Studded Leather Armour]] (in a locked chest near [[The Festering Cove]] entrance)
*[[Dog Collar]]
* {{SmallIcon|Skybreaker Light Hammer Icon.png}}[[Skybreaker]] (in a locked chest outside of the [[Arcane Tower]])
*[[Phalar Aluve]]
* {{SmallIcon|Explorers Ring Icon.png}} [[Explorer's Ring]] (in the [[Bibberbang]] field)
*{{SmallIcon|Icy Crystal Icon.png}} [[Icy Crystal]]
* {{SmallIcon|Leather Helmet Magical Icon.png}} [[Helmet of Autonomy]] (next to [[The Festering Cove]] entrance)
*{{SmallIcon|Bloodguzzler Garb Icon.png}} [[Bloodguzzler Garb]]
[[Category:Locations]]
*{{SmallIcon|Drow Studded Leather Armour Icon.png}} [[Drow Studded Leather Armour]]
[[Category:Chapter One Locations]]
*{{SmallIcon|Explorers Ring Icon.png}} [[Explorer's Ring]]
*{{SmallIcon|Leather Helmet Magical Icon.png}} [[Helmet of Autonomy]]
==External Links==
{{FRWiki|Underdark|long}}

Revision as of 07:18, 13 August 2023

The caverns of the Underdark.

The Underdark is a territory comprised of multiple locations in Chapter One.

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 Deep Gnomes are native to the Underdark.

Access

Due to its immense size, there are multiple access points into the Underdark from overland. All of them involve traveling (or falling) deep into the depths of the world.

The following locations contain known access points into the Underdark:

Regions and Locations

Due to its immense size, the map of the Underdark features several nameless locations with unique elements, or named locations that only appear on the player's minimap. To help navigate this region, the locations below may include adjacent nameless areas of the Underdark.

List of Map Locations

⚠️ Please note that while Grymforge and The Festering Cove are technically contained within the Underdark territory, their locations are found on separate maps.

Waypoints

The following Waypoints are available within the Underdark territory.

  • Beach X: 22 Y: -209 in the Decrepit Village
  • Selûnite Outpost X: 180 Y: -235
  • Myconid Colony X: 101 Y: -101 in Ebonlake Grotto
  • Sussur Tree X: 49 Y: -140 in the Dread Hollow
  • Grymforge X: ___ Y: ___
    • Ancient Forge X: ___ Y: ___

North East Region

View from the Storehouse, looking to the south

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.

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 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 overland's Whispering Depths.

North Central Region

File:Ebonlakte Grotto South.png
View from Ebonlake Grotto, looking to the south

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.

Enter the Underdark through this area only after unlocking the Myconid Colony waypoint here.

"Myconid Minefield"

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:Underdark Giant Bird Nest.png
View from the Storehouse, looking to the south

"Giant Bird 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.

North West Region

View of Dread Hollow, looking south from the Sussur Tree

Dread Hollow

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 Horrors, amidst which resides a singular NPC.

Entering the Underdark through this area from the surface is unknown.

"Bibberbang Grotto"

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 Region

View from the Arcane Tower, looking to the east

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.

"Torchstalk Gulch"

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.

This unique area is directly adjacent east of the Arcane Tower.

Enter the Underdark through this area when departing from the overland's Gnarled Teahouse via the Mushroom Circle.

Festering Cove

The Festering Cove is a partially hidden location on a separate Underdark map, containing the Kuo-toa worshipping their god, BOOOAL.

It is reached after climbing down the cragged rock in the Torchstalk area at X: 80 Y-241.

South East Region

View from the Selûnite Outpost, looking to the North

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.

Enter the Underdark through this area when departing from the overland's Goblin Camp.

View from the Selûnite Outpost, looking to the West

"Abandoned Battlefield"

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.

This unique area is directly adjacent north of the Selûnite Outpost.

"Petrified Battlefield"

Considered part of the Selûnite Outpost, this nameless area of the Underdark is recognizable by it's purple Glowing Gems and several petrified Drow and a Spectator.

This unique area is directly adjacent west of the Selûnite Outpost.

Central Region

View from the Decrepit Village, overlooking it from the South

Decrepit Village

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.

You may find Holvik, Gehk Coal, Novice Gamor, and Lurgan here.

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.

Grymforge

Grymforge is an expansive and abandoned settlement location on a separate Underdark map, containing the Adamantine Forge It is reached after taking the boat located at the Decrepit Village Beach.

Notable NPCs

⚠️ 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.

Merchants

Related Quests

Quest-related Items

Quest-related items obtained in this location.

Notable Loot

Notable items obtained in this location, whether looted, purchased, or obtained as a quest reward:

External Links

Underdark on the Forgotten Realms Wiki

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