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==Objectives== | ==Objectives== | ||
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* We discovered Cora Highberry, one of the people noted on the Bhaalist target list, slaughtered brutally. Figaro Pennygood is next on the list - we need to find him before the killer does. | * We discovered Cora Highberry, one of the people noted on the Bhaalist target list, slaughtered brutally. Figaro Pennygood is next on the list - we need to find him before the killer does. | ||
* We saved Cora Highberry from a Bhaalist serial killer disguised as a wine merchant. Figaro Pennygood is next on the target list - we need to find him before the killer does. | * We saved Cora Highberry from a Bhaalist serial killer disguised as a wine merchant. Figaro Pennygood is next on the target list - we need to find him before the killer does. | ||
* We stopped a spree of murders by taking down the killer - a dwarf named Dolor. We should check his body for any clues about finding the Bhaalist cult. | |||
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== Walkthrough == | == Walkthrough == | ||
=== A Bhaalist Plot === | === A Bhaalist Plot === | ||
According to [[Enver Gortash]], [[Orin the Red]] can be found by following the murders in the city, starting with the latest reported murder at the Open Hand Temple. Completing [[Solve the Open Hand Temple Murders]] provides more information on Father Lorgan, the latest victim of the Bhaalist plot, as well as information on the killer behind the murders. | According to [[Enver Gortash]], [[Orin the Red]] can be found by following the murders in the city, starting with the latest reported murder at the Open Hand Temple. Completing [[Solve the Open Hand Temple Murders]] provides more information on [[Father Lorgan]], the latest victim of the Bhaalist plot, as well as information on the killer behind the murders. In this case, the party will encounter Inspector [[Valeria]] who is charged with investigating the murders, and she refers the party to [[Devella Fountainhead|Gauntlet Devella]] once they've shown her sufficient proof of Bhaal's involvement in the murders. | ||
The party can also come across information on the murders by going up the stairs in the [[Elfsong Tavern]] and encountering the murder scene of Duke [[Belynne Stelmane]]--note that the quest marker may confusingly seem to lead the party to the downstairs room where the bard is performing. Upstairs, the party meets Gauntlet [[Devella Fountainhead]], who is investigating the murders in town and believes they are part of a Bhaalist conspiracy. The party can tell her they are adventurers, and use Perception, Investigation, or Insight to convince Devella they can be of use. If Devella believes they can help, she will give a [[Map of Murder]] that points to another crime scene. | |||
Speaking to any of the deceased victims, or speaking with the rats in Rainforest's home, reveals that they were killed by a dwarf in red. Speaking to [[Ffion Goldgrind|Ffion Goldgrind's]] corpse in [[Fraygo's Flophouse]] reveals his name is [[ | Speaking to any of the deceased victims, or speaking with the rats in Rainforest's home, reveals that they were killed by a dwarf in red. Speaking to [[Ffion Goldgrind|Ffion Goldgrind's]] corpse in [[Fraygo's Flophouse]] reveals his name is [[Dolor]] and he is her son, who killed her after she found out he was a serial killer. | ||
=== The Murder List === | === The Murder List === | ||
[[Fraygo's Flophouse]] (X:-6, Y:72) is across the way from Sharess' Caress. After going up the stairs of the Flophouse, a ladder (X:-12, Y:87) can be taken up to the top floor. On this floor, a red wardrobe can be found (X:-17, Y:82). | [[Fraygo's Flophouse]] (X:-6, Y:72) is across the way from [[Sharess' Caress]]. After going up the stairs of the Flophouse, a ladder (X:-12, Y:87) can be taken up to the top floor. On this floor, a red wardrobe can be found (X:-17, Y:82). | ||
There are multiple ways to get into the secret room on the uppermost floor of the Flophouse: | There are multiple ways to get into the secret room on the uppermost floor of the Flophouse: | ||
* Passing a lockpicking check of 25 | * Passing a lockpicking check of 25 | ||
* Using the spell [[Knock]] | * Using the spell [[Knock]] | ||
* Completing [[Solve the Open Hand Temple Murders]] and obtaining the [[Key with a flower motif]] | * Completing [[Solve the Open Hand Temple Murders]] and obtaining the [[Flowery Key|key with a flower motif]]. | ||
On the table to the right of the room's entrance is a [[Bloodstained Parchment]]. This parchment contains a list of murder victims and can be picked up to present to Valeria or Devella as hard evidence of a Bhaalist plot. | On the table to the right of the room's entrance is a [[Bloodstained Parchment]]. This parchment contains a list of murder victims and can be picked up to present to Valeria or Devella as hard evidence of a Bhaalist plot. | ||
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==== Nesha Leesha ==== | ==== Nesha Leesha ==== | ||
Nesha Leesha wanders the outer decks near the Blushing Mermaid's entrance. The party can warn her that she is a target for murder, but Nesha initially takes it as a joke. She doesn't think anyone would want to murder her. With a successful Persuasion roll (DC 15), she can be convinced that her life is in danger, after which she walks off to take care of her tab at the bar. | [[Nesha Leesha]] wanders the outer decks near the [[Blushing Mermaid]]'s entrance. The party can warn her that she is a target for murder, but Nesha initially takes it as a joke. She doesn't think anyone would want to murder her. With a successful [[Persuasion]] roll (DC 15), she can be convinced that her life is in danger, after which she walks off to take care of her tab at the bar. | ||
==== Cora Highberry ==== | ==== Cora Highberry ==== | ||
[[File:Cora Highberry Quest.jpg|thumb|Cora simply wanted to run a wine tasting to benefit orphaned children. Dolor had other plans.]] | [[File:Cora Highberry Quest.jpg|thumb|Cora simply wanted to run a wine tasting to benefit orphaned children. Dolor had other plans.]] | ||
Cora Highberry is at a table at the wine festival southwest of Elfsong Tavern. Speaking to her, she tells the party she's about to taste some of "Master Meztli's" wine. A successful | [[Cora Highberry]] is at a table at the wine festival southwest of Elfsong Tavern. Speaking to her, she tells the party she's about to taste some of "Master Meztli's" wine. A successful medicine check reveals that the wine smells sickly sweet, with an acrid note on the periphery, indicating poison. | ||
* Cora Highberry, your life is in danger. A serial killer is after you. | * Cora Highberry, your life is in danger. A serial killer is after you. | ||
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* ''Attack the poisoner.'' | * ''Attack the poisoner.'' | ||
Choosing "I would love a glass" or "I hope you enjoy your wine" results in Cora being poisoned and killed. Otherwise, "Master Meztli" reveals himself to be the serial killer Dolor and is infuriated that his perfect crime was interrupted. He retreats, summoning multiple doppelgangers to keep the party busy. Dolor uses Boots | Choosing "I would love a glass" or "I hope you enjoy your wine" results in Cora being poisoned and killed. Otherwise, "Master Meztli" reveals himself to be the serial killer Dolor and is infuriated that his perfect crime was interrupted. He retreats, summoning multiple doppelgangers to keep the party busy. Dolor uses a (scripted variation of) [[Spaceshunt Boots|boots with Dimension Door]] at level 5 that teleports 100 meters (66~ feet) away. One of the corpses contains a [[Tombstone Shop Key]] necessary for later on in the quest. Successfully warning Cora Highberry earns the [[File:Inspiration Icon.png|20x20px|link=]][[Inspiration|Inspirational Event]] ''Wine Connoisseur'' ([[Noble]] background). | ||
However, his [[Dimension Door]] can be [[Counterspell|Counterspelled]], meaning the player can simply kill him at his initial appearance and avoid the fight at [[Facemaker's Boutique]], if you are going to kill him here after the Counterspell he will likely to throw a potion to paralyze party member followed by a modified sneak attack that doesn't require an advantage and will always drink an invisibility potion to attempt a second escape, if he reaches his next turn he will cast Dimension Doors again at level 5. | |||
==== Figaro Pennygood ==== | ==== Figaro Pennygood ==== | ||
Figaro Pennygood | Only after fleeing from the wine festival will Dolor be found with his last target, [[Figaro Pennygood]], at [[Facemaker's Boutique]], near the Baldur's Gate waypoint. Figaro and Gauntlet Devella can be found in the back room, paralyzed, while Dolor prepares to murder them. If the party chooses the option to sneak into a better position, Dolor is able to kill Figaro, while announcing themselves immediately saves Figaro's life. During the battle, Dolor will target Devella first, making it imperative to heal (or cast [[Sanctuary]] on) her. Entering through the right (southmost) double door can also put you in a better position to save Devella. After the fight, Devella thanks the party and suggests searching Dolor's body for clues on what he intended to do next. | ||
Killing Dolor grants the party a bag of his victims' hands, as well as a [[Torn and Bloody Page]] with a poem from the Dirge of the Unholy Assassin. Reading the page provides a passphrase, 'Sicarius,' and a location, | Killing Dolor grants the party a bag of his victims' hands, as well as a [[Torn and Bloody Page]] with a poem from the Dirge of the Unholy Assassin. Reading the page provides a passphrase, '''Sicarius'',' and a location, [[Candulhallow's Tombstones]]. Successfully killing Dolor awards the [[File:Inspiration Icon.png|20x20px|link=]][[Inspiration|Inspirational Event]] ''Culling the Imitator'' ([[Haunted One]]<nowiki/> background). | ||
=== Murder the Victims === | === Murder the Victims === | ||
[[File:Olfaith Olumssdottir Quest.jpg|thumb|Olfaith Olumssdottir approaches the party after a successful murder.]] | [[File:Olfaith Olumssdottir Quest.jpg|thumb|Olfaith Olumssdottir approaches the party after a successful murder.]] | ||
In contrast to saving the victims, the party can choose to murder the remaining victims for themselves and claim their hands as trophies. While Dolor is busy with Cora Highberry, the party can target Figaro Pennygood. The party can also take out Nesha Leesha and Roveer, either by announcing they've come to kill them or by using subterfuge (ie utilizing Greater | In contrast to saving the victims, the party can choose to murder the remaining victims for themselves and claim their hands as trophies. While Dolor is busy with Cora Highberry, the party can target Figaro Pennygood. The party can also take out Nesha Leesha and Roveer, either by announcing they've come to kill them or by using subterfuge (ie utilizing [[Greater Invisibility]] or [[Darkness]]). If the party announces they intend to kill the targets, the targets become hostile and are joined by friendly NPCs. | ||
After the first kill, the party is approached by [[Olfaith Olumssdottir]] who congratulates them and asks them to kill another target on the list. Once this is done, he directs the party to Canduhallow's Tombstones and gives them the secret passphrase - 'Sicarius.' | After the first kill, or after killing Devella, the party is approached by [[Olfaith Olumssdottir]] who congratulates them and asks them to kill another target on the list. Once this is done, he directs the party to Canduhallow's Tombstones and gives them the secret passphrase - 'Sicarius.' | ||
=== Candulhallow's Tombstones === | === Candulhallow's Tombstones === | ||
[[File:Candulhallows Tombstones Entrance.jpg|thumb|Entrance to Candulhallow's Tombstones]] | [[File:Candulhallows Tombstones Entrance.jpg|thumb|Entrance to Candulhallow's Tombstones]] | ||
Candulhallow's Tombstones (X:74, Y:25) is northeast of Elfsong Tavern. Its entrance can either be lockpicked, broken (normal attack), or a key used if the party killed Dolor. Move into the back office room and remove the Butterfly on Skull painting (X:87, Y:15) to find a button. Press the button to reveal a secret door. The only way to get past this door is to know the passphrase, ''Sicarius''. | |||
[[File:Candulhallows Tombstones Painting.jpg|thumb|The painting that hides the button.]] | [[File:Candulhallows Tombstones Painting.jpg|thumb|The painting that hides the button.]] | ||
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* I didn't kill this person. But I will kill you. | * I didn't kill this person. But I will kill you. | ||
If the soul was actually slain by the party, then no deception checks are needed. Choosing the first two options or the last option make Sarevok and the echoes hostile. Otherwise, Sarevok leads the party to the Dread Lord's Abattoir, for the next challenge. Inside the abattoir is the hollyphant investigator, | If the soul was actually slain by the party, then no deception checks are needed. Choosing the first two options or the last option make Sarevok and the echoes hostile. Otherwise, Sarevok leads the party to the Dread Lord's Abattoir, for the next challenge. Inside the abattoir is the hollyphant investigator, Valeria. The party must choose to kill Valeria, becoming a holy assassin of Bhaal, or slay Sarevok. | ||
An additional scene plays if either [[Minsc]] or [[Jaheira]] is in the party during the tribunal. Sarevok instantly recognizes them and declares them traitors. The party can respond by stating they are sacrifices offered up to Bhaal and kill them, or go through Intimidation or Performance checks to having Jaheira/Minsc kneel before the Tribunal. Doing the latter satisfies Sarevok enough to allow the Tribunal to continue and both Minsc and Jaheira can be baptised as unholy assassins. | An additional scene plays if either [[Minsc]] or [[Jaheira]] is in the party during the tribunal. Sarevok instantly recognizes them and declares them traitors. The party can respond by stating they are sacrifices offered up to Bhaal and kill them, or go through Intimidation or Performance checks to having Jaheira/Minsc kneel before the Tribunal. Doing the latter satisfies Sarevok enough to allow the Tribunal to continue and both Minsc and Jaheira can be baptised as unholy assassins. | ||
== Quest Rewards == | == Quest Rewards == | ||
* {{ | *{{RarityItem|Amulet of Bhaal}} | ||
* {{ | *{{RarityItem|Map to Bhaal Temple}} | ||
* {{ | *{{RarityItem|Sword of Chaos}} | ||
*{{RarityItem|Sarevok's Horned Helmet}}, if Sarevok is killed. | |||
== Companion approval== | |||
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In the confrontation at Figaro's shop: | |||
* Order Meztli to stop (either the first option or any class option) {{Approval|Astarion|-1}} {{Approval|Minthara|-1}} {{Approval|Halsin|+1}} {{Approval|Jaheira|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Lae'zel|+1}} {{Approval|Minsc|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}} {{Approval|Wyll|+1}} | |||
* Tell Meztli to back off of your kill {{Approval|Halsin|-1}} {{Approval|Jaheira|-1}} {{Approval|Karlach|-1}} {{Approval|Minsc|-1}} {{Approval|Wyll|-1}} {{Approval|Astarion|+1}} {{Approval|Lae'zel|+1}} {{Approval|Minthara|+1}} | |||
* Offer to investigate the tribunal {{Approval|Halsin|+1}} {{Approval|Jaheira|+1}} {{Approval|Karlach|+1}} {{Approval|Minsc|+1}} {{Approval|Wyll|+1}} | |||
* Sacrifice [[Devella Fountainhead|Gauntlet Devella Fountainhead]] {{Approval|Halsin|-1}} {{Approval|Gale|+1}} {{Approval|Shadowheart|+1}} {{Approval|Jaheira|-1}} {{Approval|Karlach|-1}} {{Approval|Minsc|-1}} {{Approval|Minthara|-1}} {{Approval|Wyll|-1}}{{Approval|Astarion|+1}} | |||
== Notes == | ==Notes== | ||
* This quest intertwines heavily with [[Impress the Murder Tribunal]], which is completed at the same time as this quest. | *This quest intertwines heavily with [[Impress the Murder Tribunal]], which is completed at the same time as this quest. | ||
* Several of the murder sites also contain body parts for [[Find Dribbles the Clown]]. | *Several of the murder sites also contain body parts for [[Find Dribbles the Clown]]. | ||
* Warning Roveer and Nesha does not appear to make a difference - Dolor only targets Cora and Figaro. | *Warning Roveer and Nesha does not appear to make a difference - Dolor only targets Cora and Figaro. | ||
*While this Quest doesn't seem to have a time limit, It should be noted that if the Player takes a Long Rest after entering the Lower City and sees the Wine Festival but not interact with anyone, Cora will be murdered the next day. | |||
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