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*Depart from the [[Whispering Depths]] to reach the North East Region.
*Depart from the [[Whispering Depths]] to reach the North East Region.


==Wayfinding==
== Areas ==
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'''.  
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===
=== North East ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|The NE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|The NE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Storehouse====
====Storehouse====
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Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Zhentarim Basement]].
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Zhentarim Basement]].


===="Minotaur Hills"====
==== "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.
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]].
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Whispering Depths]].


===North Central Quadrant===
=== North Central ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-NC.png|200px|thumb|The North Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-NC.png|200px|thumb|The North Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Ebonlake Grotto====
==== 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.
[[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.
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area only after unlocking the [[Myconid Colony]] waypoint here.


===="Myconid Minefield"====
==== "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.
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]].  
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]], 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.
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]].
This unique area is directly adjacent to the south-west of [[Ebonlake Grotto]].


===North West Quadrant===
=== North West ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-NW.png|200px|thumb|The NW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-NW.png|200px|thumb|The NW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
==== Dread Hollow====
==== 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.
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.


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


===="Bibberbang Grotto"====
==== "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]].
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.
This unique area is directly adjacent approximately north of [[Dread Hollow]], on a lower level.


====Dread Hollow South====
==== 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.
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]].
This unique area is directly adjacent approximately south of [[Dread Hollow]].


===South West Quadrant===
=== South West ===
[[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 ====
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 Cannon|Arcane Cannons.]]
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 Cannon|Arcane Cannons.]]


===="Torchstalk Gulch"====
==== "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.  
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.  


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


====Festering Cove====
==== Festering Cove ====
The [[The Festering Cove|Festering Cove]] is a partially hidden [[location]] on a separate '''Underdark''' map, containing the [[Kuo-toa]] worshipping their god, [[BOOOAL]].  
The [[The Festering Cove|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.
It is reached after climbing down the cragged rock in the Torchstalk area at X: 80 Y-241.


===South East Quadrant===
=== South East ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-SE.png|200px|thumb|The SE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-SE.png|200px|thumb|The SE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Selûnite Outpost====
==== Selûnite Outpost ====
The [[Selûnite Outpost]] is a [[location]] in the SE corner of the '''Underdark''' map. This primary area, when labelled 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.
The [[Selûnite Outpost]] is a [[location]] in the SE corner of the '''Underdark''' map. This primary area, when labelled 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]].
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Goblin Camp]].


===="Abandoned Battlefield"====
==== "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.
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]].  
This unique area is directly adjacent north of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].  


===="Petrified Battlefield"====
==== "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 (Condition)|petrified]] [[Drow]] and a [[Spectator]].
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]].


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


=== Central Quadrant===
=== Central ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-C.png|200px|thumb|The Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-C.png|200px|thumb|The Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
==== Decrepit Village====
==== 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.  
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.  


====Beach====
==== 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.
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 ====
[[Grymforge]] is an expansive and abandoned settlement [[location]] on a separate '''Underdark''' map, containing the [[The Adamantine Forge (Location)|Adamantine Forge]] It is reached after taking the boat located at the [[Decrepit Village]] Beach.
[[Grymforge]] is an expansive and abandoned settlement [[location]] on a separate '''Underdark''' map, containing the [[The Adamantine Forge (Location)|Adamantine Forge]] It is reached after taking the boat located at the [[Decrepit Village]] Beach.


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


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