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[[File:Underdark.jpg|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]


[[Category:Locations]]
=== Storehouse ===
[[Category:Chapter One Locations]]
[[File:Storehouse (underdark).jpg|thumb|right|The Zhentarim storehouse.]]
[[File:Underdark.jpg|500px|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]
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.
The '''Underdark''' is a territory comprised of multiple [[Locations|Location]] in [[Chapter One]].
===== 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.
{{clear}}


The '''Underdark''' supposedly runs underneath the entire surface of the continent of Faerûn, as a system of caverns and tunnels devoid of sunlight. Its reputation is a dangerous place that is home to evil beings, dangerous creatures, and outlandish flora. Races such as [[Drow]] and [[Deep Gnomes]] are native to the Underdark.  
=== 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.


==Access==
===== Notable Loot =====
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.
* [[Dog Collar]], buried in a grave to the south overlooking the Ebonlake


The following locations contain known access points into the Underdark:
{{clear}}
*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==
== Other Areas and Landmarks ==
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|location]] below may include adjacent nameless areas of the Underdark.


====List of Map Locations ====
=== Petrified Drow ===
[[File:Underdark_Map.jpg|500px|thumb|A map of the regions of the Underdark]]
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]].
*[[Arcane Tower]]
*[[Selûnite Outpost]]
*[[Ebonlake Grotto]]
*[[Storehouse]]
*[[Decrepit Village]]  
*[[Dread Hollow]]
⚠️ Please note that while [[Grymforge]] is technically contained within the '''Underdark''' territory, its [[location]] is on a separate map.


====Waypoints====
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.
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===
The petrified [[Drow]] can be unpetrified using [[Basilisk Oil]].
[[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" ====
=== Phalar Aluve ===
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.
[[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.


Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Whispering Depths]].
Succeed on a [[Strength]] or [[Religion]] check to retrieve the sword and receive:
* {{SmallIcon|Longsword PlusOne Icon.png}} [[Phalar Aluve]]
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===North Central Region===
=== Wandering Minotaurs ===
[[File:Ebonlakte_Grotto_South.png|200px|thumb|View from Ebonlake Grotto, looking to the south]]
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]].
==== Ebonlake Grotto ====
* This is also where the [[Whispering Depths]] entrance to the Underdark will take the player, atop the staircase of mushrooms.
[[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.
 
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.
 
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 ===
[[File:Arcane Tower South.png|200px|thumb|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]].
 
=== 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.
 
Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Goblin Camp]].
 
[[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|barricade]] and long-dead [[skeletons|skeleton]] 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 ===
[[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]] It is reached after taking the boat located at the Decrepit Village Beach.
 
== Related Quests==
*[[Remove the Parasite]]
**
*[[Find the Nightsong]]
*TBD
 
==External Links==
*{{FRWiki|Underdark|long}}

Latest revision as of 08:17, 13 August 2023

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The caverns of the Underdark.

Storehouse[edit source]

The Zhentarim storehouse.

The Storehouse is located at the northeastern edge of the Underdark X: 142 Y: -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[edit source]

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.

Dread Hollow[edit source]

The sussur tree growing in the Underdark.

A large Sussur tree grows west of the Ebonlake Grotto. Several Hook Horrors and a dangerous spellcaster, Filro the Forgotten, roam the area.

Notable Loot[edit source]
  • Dog Collar, buried in a grave to the south overlooking the Ebonlake

Other Areas and Landmarks[edit source]

Petrified Drow[edit source]

Just west of the Selûnite Outpost is a cliff ledge with several 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.

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.

The petrified Drow can be unpetrified using Basilisk Oil.


Phalar Aluve[edit source]

The sword in the stone.

A mysterious and magical Drow blade stands vigil alone, embedded in a slab of marked stone X: 116 Y: -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:

Wandering Minotaurs[edit source]

North of the Selûnite Outpost X: 158 Y: -146 are two wandering Minotaurs. When defeated, one of them will be carrying Amulet of the Unworthy.

  • This is also where the Whispering Depths entrance to the Underdark will take the player, atop the staircase of mushrooms.