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The Druids of the Emerald Grove are led by [[Kagha]] who serves as the leader of the druids in First Druid [[Halsin]]'s absence. They are providing a temporary refuge for the [[Tiefling Refugees]] from [[Elturel]], though tensions are high. The Grove is on high alert due to the aggression of nearby [[goblin]]s. Kagha has ordered the [[Rite of Thorns]] be performed to shut the grove off, which would displace the Tieflings.

The south of the Emerald Grove is protected by ramparts. The thick gate can be only be opened by the nearby gate winch. A war horn [[Rally|rallies]] the defenders should the Grove come under attack. To the east of the ramparts is a tall hill, where the tiefling [[Nadira]] has set up with her telescope. The party may intervene to save her. A path winds down north from the hill towards the elevator to the Sacred Pool. Until [[Tuffet]] the bear can be convinced to move, the elevator is inoperable.  

When the party first approaches the ramparts before the [[Emerald Grove]], [[Aradin]] and his fellow mercenaries will be found fleeing to the gates, pursued by a hunting band of [[Goblin|goblins]]. [[Wyll]] will also make an appearance to help defend the gates. If no allied defenders are killed, the [[File:Inspiration Icon.png|21x21px|link=]][[Inspiration|Inspirational Event]] ''No One Left Behind'' ([[Soldier]] background) will be awarded. Afterwards, you can enter the grove.  

After the fight, several tieflings may be found atop the ramparts, processing the death of [[Kanon]]. If you head there immediately, you may be able to speak to his sister [[Arka]], but she leaves for the [[Makeshift Prison]] soon after his death.  

On the path past the gates, [[Aradin]] and [[Zevlor]] will be found in heated argument argument, which may come to blows unless the party intervenes. Aradin's later location might vary depending on this outcome. Once the mercenaries are gone, [[Zevlor]] will thank you for your help and request your aid with the refugees' imminent expulsion from the grove, initiating the quest {{Quest|Save the Refugees}}.

[[Nadira]], a tiefling refugee, can be found on the hill to the east of the ramparts at {{Coords|242|451}}, stalked by a [[bugbear]] [[assassin]]. She will be murdered if the party takes too long to rescue her. Interacting with the telescope by Nadira allows an early glimpse of a nearby red dragon.

The [[Strange Ox]] can be encountered for the first time in [[The Hollow]]. If killed, it drops {{SmRarityItem|Shapeshifter's Boon Ring}}.  

[[Dammon]], a [[tiefling]] blacksmith and [[Traders|trader]] can be found  at{{Coords|180|561}}. He plays an integral role in [[Karlach]]'s personal quest, {{Quest|The Hellion's Heart}}. A {{SmRarityItem|Breastplate +1}} can be found on a table near him.

The [[Sacred Pool]] is at the heart of the Emerald Grove. The [[Idol of Silvanus]] is at the centre of the Sacred Pool. It is the site where the [[Rite of Thorns]] is being performed by the druids. A couple druids stand guard at the bottom of the stairs to the Hollow, preventing most outsiders from entering the Sacred Pool during the rite.  

[[Volo]] is found interviewing a bear in the [[Sacred Pool]]. He serves as a [[Traders|trader]], including [[The Whispering Promise]] among his wares.  

The [[Inner Sanctum]] is a subterranean location accessed through the Stone Door in the [[Sacred Pool]]. There are four frescos in the Inner Sanctum, depicting the history of the Emerald Grove. [[Kagha]], the acting leader of the druids, can be found in the Inner Sanctum.  

The Servant Quarters can be found to the North-East, and the [[Druids' Chambers]] to the North. The Healer Nettie can be found in the Druid's Chamber, and is capable of unlocking the entrance to the [[Enclave Library]].