Editing Defeat the Duergar Intruders

Ebonlake Grotto is in the northeastern corner of the [[Underdark]], and Sovereign Spaw is on a mushroom platform in the heart of the Grotto {{coords|78|-102}}. As the party approaches the Grotto, a group of myconids approach and confront them on why they are in the Underdark. There are several options to enter the Grotto peacefully:

* ''Focus on your parasite and connect with the sovereign.''

* ''Tell the truth of the parasite. You only seek safe passage in your search for treatment.''

* [INSIGHT] ''Seek understanding. Focus on the sovereign's song.'' (DC 5)

If the origin character is a [[Duergar]], it is much harder to convince the sovereign not to become hostile, but it's not impossible:

* [PERSUASION] ''Conjure tranquil memories in hopes of calming the sovereign.'' (DC 5)

* [PERSUASION] ''Kneel in submission.'' I mean no harm to you. (DC 10)

Once things have been resolved peacefully with the sovereign, it explains that a group of Duergar slaughtered the myconids and greatly reduced their numbers. The duergar responsible are still lurking within the Underdark and the myconid circle is imperilled unless they are defeated. Spaw asks the party to deal with these duergar. Agreeing to help initiates the quest.

The duergar are in the {{coords|11|-195|Decrepit Village}} to the south-west. If [[Thulla]] is cured in [[Cure the Poisoned Gnome]], she marks their location on the map. The duergars in question are led by [[Gekh Coal]], who instantly becomes hostile if the party recruited [[Glut]] for [[Avenge Glut's Circle]]. Gekh Coal is joined by several duergar allies - [[Lurgan]], [[Holvik]], and [[Novice Garmor]]. Several [[Reanimated Corpse]]s are also controlled by the duergar.

Once the duergar are dealt with, return to Spaw. He thanks the party and tells them their reward is opened; the {{coords|56|-89|Guardian Gate}} which holds the treasure is north of Spaw's location. Most of the important items are on a [[Pale Corpse|pale corpse]], including a book needed for [[The Adamantine Forge (Quest)|The Adamantine Forge]].

Spaw names the party Peacebringer, and tells them it has one more quest for them. There is a Drow called [[Nere]] in [[Grymforge]] who has also hurt the myconids. Spaw wants his head brought to it, starting [[Deliver Nere's Head]].

* {{Cond|Bliss Spores}} until next long rest.

* Access to the [[Guardian Gate]] room:

** {{MdRarityItem|Icy Metal}} (on the dead drow)

** {{MdRarityItem|Shadow of Menzoberranzan}}

** {{MdRarityItem|Flumph Mating Rituals}} (on the dead drow)