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== Areas ==
== Areas ==
The Underdark features several distinct unnamed locations as well as named ones.
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Storehouse and Minotaur Hills highlighted.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Storehouse and Minotaur Hills highlighted.]]
====Storehouse====
====Storehouse====
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[[File:Underdark-Map-NC.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with Ebonlake Grotto, Myconid Minefield, and Giant Bird Nest highlighted.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-NC.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with Ebonlake Grotto, Myconid Minefield, and Giant Bird Nest highlighted.]]
==== 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.
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Ebonlake Grotto]].}}
The Ebonlake Grotto 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]] and in its south-east part, this nameless area of the ''' Underdark''' is recognizable for being full of dangerous mushrooms such as [[Timmask]] and [[Bibberbang]], which are a particularly dangerous combination with [[Torchstalk]] mushrooms that can quickly turn the area into a series of explosions.


==== 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: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 and to its south-west, this unnamed area is an unremarkable 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]].


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[[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|Map of the Underdark, with the Dread Hollow and Bibberbang Grotto highlighted.]]
==== 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.
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Dread Hollow]].}}
The Dread Hollow is a [[location]] to the north-west of the Underdark.  This area is recognizable for its brightly shining Sussur Trees and roaming [[Hook Horror]]s, with [[Filro]] living among them.  A [[Bulette]] can also be spotted in the area.


Entering the Underdark through this area from the surface is unknown.
To the south lies the tombstone of Myrna, a pet dog of [[Lenore]].


==== 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]].
Part of the [[Dread Hollow]] to the north, this unnamed 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]].


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[[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.]]
{{hatnote|Main article: [[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]]s.


==== 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]] and to its east, this unnamed 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. The corpse of an unfortunate Drow can be found, having been killed by an unexpected fall.


This unique area is adjacent and directly east of the [[Arcane Tower]].
A few mushroom circles can be found here, one of which leads to the [[Overgrown Tunnel]].
 
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]].  
{{hatnote|Main article: [[The Festering Cove]].}}
 
The Festering Cove is a partially hidden [[location]] on a separate Underdark map, containing the [[Kuo-toa]] worshipping their god, [[BOOOAL]]. It can be reached by climbing down the cragged rock in {{Coords|80|-241|Torchstalk Gulch}}.
It is reached after climbing down the cragged rock in the Torchstalk area at X: 80 Y-241.


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[[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|Map of the Underdark, with the Selûnite Outpost and Battlefields highlighted.]]
==== 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.
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Selûnite Outpost]].}}
The Selûnite Outpost is a [[location]] in the SE corner of the Underdark map. This area is recognizable by its 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]].
The Outpost can be reached from the [[Shattered Sanctum]].


==== Abandoned Battlefield ====
==== Ancient 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.
Directly north of the [[Selûnite Outpost]], this unnamed 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 ====
==== 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]].
To the west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]], this nameless area of the Underdark is recognizable by its purple [[Glowing Gems]] and several [[Petrified (Condition)|petrified]] [[Drow]] as well as one [[Spectator]].
 
This unique area is directly adjacent west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].


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[[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|Map of the Underdark, with the central area highlighted.]]
==== 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.  
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Decrepit Village]].}}
The Decrepit Village is the central [[location]] of the Underdark and fairly vertical. It is recognizable for its ramshackle wooden structures and rope netting enclosures.


==== 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.
The lowest level of the [[Decrepit Village]], this unnamed area 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.
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Grymforge]].}}
 
Grymforge is an expansive and abandoned settlement [[location]] on a separate map, containing the [[The Adamantine Forge (Location)|Adamantine Forge]]. It is accessible via the boat at the [[Decrepit Village]].
=== Regional Locations ===
The following [[Location|Locations]] are available within the '''Wilderness''' region.
* [[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.


=== 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.  
* Beach {{coords|22|-209}} in the [[Decrepit Village]]
* Beach {{coords|22|-209|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|Ebonlake Grotto}}
* Sussur Tree {{coords|49|-140}} in the [[Dread Hollow]]
* Sussur Tree {{coords|49|-140|Dread Hollow}}
* Grymforge {{Coords|?|?}}
* Grymforge {{Coords|?|?}}
** Ancient Forge {{Coords|?|?}}
** Ancient Forge {{Coords|?|?}}


==Characters==
==Characters==
While [[Grymforge]] and [[The Festering Cove]] are part of the Underdark, they are separate maps, so characters from those regions are listed on their respective pages.
=== Notable NPCs ===
=== Notable NPCs ===
The following NPCs may all be found in areas of the Underdark region that are <u>''unnamed''</u> on the player minimap (additional NPCs are available in named locations within the Underdark):
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Arcane Tower:
* [[Bernard]]
Decrepit Village:
{{#lst:Decrepit Village|npcs}}
Dread Hollow:
* [[Baelen Bonecloak]]
* [[Filro]]
Ebonlake Grotto:
{{#lst:Ebonlake Grotto|npcs}}
Petrified Battlefield:
*[[Dhourn]]
Grymforge:<ul>
{{#lst:Grymforge|npcs}}</ul>


*[[Baelen Bonecloak]]
{{div col end}}
*[[Dhourn]]


=== Monsters ===
=== Monsters ===

Revision as of 12:41, 8 October 2023

The caverns of the Underdark.

The Underdark is a Region of Faerûn, and consists of multiple Locations in Chapter One of Baldur's Gate 3. It is a vast series of caverns and tunnels devoid of sunlight but full of dangerous creatures and even more dangerous mushrooms, but also contains a multitude of alchemical ingredients that are hard to find elsewhere. The Underdark in Baldur's Gate 3 is only a small portion of the true Underdark. The Drow, Duergar and Deep Gnomes are native to the Underdark.

Access

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

The following locations contain known access points into the Underdark:

Areas

Map of the Underdark, with the Storehouse and Minotaur Hills highlighted.

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 unnamed area of the Underdark is recognizable thanks to its bright green grass and whimsical red mushrooms with swirling paths featuring wandering Minotaurs. This area is directly to the south of the Storehouse via the rope netting.

Map of the Underdark, with Ebonlake Grotto, Myconid Minefield, and Giant Bird Nest highlighted.

Ebonlake Grotto

Main article: Ebonlake Grotto.

The Ebonlake Grotto is recognizable for its densely packed oversized mushrooms, and roaming Myconids amidst which reside several NPCs and merchants.

Myconid Minefield

Considered part of the Ebonlake Grotto and in its south-east part, this nameless area of the Underdark is recognizable for being full of dangerous mushrooms such as Timmask and Bibberbang, which are a particularly dangerous combination with Torchstalk mushrooms that can quickly turn the area into a series of explosions.

View from within the Giant Bird Nest

Giant Bird Nest

Considered part of the Ebonlake Grotto and to its south-west, this unnamed area is an unremarkable corridor connecting Ebonlake Grotto, the Dread Hollow and the Decrepit Village. It is most recognizable for the giant bird's nest.

Map of the Underdark, with the Dread Hollow and Bibberbang Grotto highlighted.

Dread Hollow

Main article: Dread Hollow.

The Dread Hollow is a location to the north-west of the Underdark. This area is recognizable for its brightly shining Sussur Trees and roaming Hook Horrors, with Filro living among them. A Bulette can also be spotted in the area.

To the south lies the tombstone of Myrna, a pet dog of Lenore.

Bibberbang Grotto

Part of the Dread Hollow to the north, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognizable for being densely covered with the dangerous mushroom, Bibberbang, which has ensnared Baelen.

The SW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.

Arcane Tower

Main article: 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 Cannons.

Torchstalk Gulch

Considered part of the Arcane Tower and to its east, this unnamed 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. The corpse of an unfortunate Drow can be found, having been killed by an unexpected fall.

A few mushroom circles can be found here, one of which leads to the Overgrown Tunnel.

Festering Cove

Main article: The Festering Cove.

The Festering Cove is a partially hidden location on a separate Underdark map, containing the Kuo-toa worshipping their god, BOOOAL. It can be reached by climbing down the cragged rock in Torchstalk Gulch X: 80 Y: -241.

Map of the Underdark, with the Selûnite Outpost and Battlefields highlighted.

Selûnite Outpost

Main article: Selûnite Outpost.

The Selûnite Outpost is a location in the SE corner of the Underdark map. This area is recognizable by its 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 Outpost can be reached from the Shattered Sanctum.

Ancient Battlefield

Directly north of the Selûnite Outpost, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognizable by its field of scattered wooden barricades and long-dead skeletons of ancient fighters.

Petrified Battlefield

To the west of the Selûnite Outpost, this nameless area of the Underdark is recognizable by its purple Glowing Gems and several petrified Drow as well as one Spectator.

Map of the Underdark, with the central area highlighted.

Decrepit Village

Main article: Decrepit Village.

The Decrepit Village is the central location of the Underdark and fairly vertical. It is recognizable for its ramshackle wooden structures and rope netting enclosures.

Beach

The lowest level of the Decrepit Village, this unnamed area 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

Main article: Grymforge.

Grymforge is an expansive and abandoned settlement location on a separate map, containing the Adamantine Forge. It is accessible via the boat at the Decrepit Village.

Regional Waypoints

The following Waypoints Waypoints are available within the Underdark.

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

Characters

Notable NPCs

Arcane Tower:

Decrepit Village:

Dread Hollow:

Ebonlake Grotto:

Petrified Battlefield:

Grymforge:

Monsters

Notable loot

Quest Items

Other Notable

The following loot may all be obtained in the unnamed areas of the Underdark region (additional loot is available in named locations within the Underdark) whether looted, purchased, or obtained as a quest reward: [Needs Verification]

Hidden Treasure

Phalar Aluve
  • Dog Collar X: ? Y: ?: dig up the grave in Dread Hollow South
  • Phalar Aluve X: 117 Y: -192: pass the Strength or Religion check to free this sword from a stone.
  • Buried Chest X: ? Y: ?: pass the check to dig up this chest near the Petrified Battlefield
  • Giant Nest X: ? Y: ?: climb the mushrooms to reach the chest contained in this Giant Bird Nest

Related Quests

The following quests may all be found in unnamed areas of the Underdark region (additional quests are available in named locations within the Underdark):

External Links

Underdark on the Forgotten Realms Wiki

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