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| summary =  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 [[alchemy|alchemical]] ingredients that are hard to find elsewhere.
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== Overview ==
The Underdark in Baldur's Gate 3 is only a small portion of the true Underdark. The [[Drow]], [[Duergar]] and [[Gnome|Deep Gnomes]] are native to the Underdark.  


[[File:Underdark.jpg|500px|thumb|The caverns of the Underdark.]]
=== Locations ===
The '''Underdark''' is a [[Region]] of [[Faerûn]], and consists of multiple [[Location|locations]] in [[Chapter One]] of [[Baldur's Gate 3]].
{{div col}}
* {{Loc|Arcane Tower}}
* {{Loc|Decrepit Village}}
* {{Loc|Dread Hollow}}
* {{Loc|Ebonlake Grotto}}
* {{Loc|Grymforge}}
* {{Loc|Selûnite Outpost}}
* {{Loc|Storehouse}}
* {{Loc|The Festering Cove}}
{{div col end}}
=== Adjacent regions===
* {{Loc|Shadow-Cursed Lands}}
* {{Loc|Wilderness}}
=== Regional Waypoints ===
The following Waypoints are available within the Underdark.  
* {{WpCo|Underdark - Beach|22|-209}}
* {{WpCo|Underdark - Selûnite Outpost|180|-235}}
* {{WpCo|Underdark - Myconid Colony|101|-101}}
* {{WpCo|Underdark - Sussur Tree|49|-140}}
* {{WpCo|Underdark - Grymforge|-647|382}}
* {{WpCo|Underdark - Ancient Forge|-612|294}}


==Region Summary==
==Access==
The '''Underdark''' is a vast system of caverns and tunnels devoid of sunlight which stretch beneath the lands of Faerûn. It is a dangerous place, home to evil beings, powerful creatures, and outlandish flora. The [[Drow]], [[Duergar]] and [[Gnome|Deep Gnomes]] are native to the '''Underdark'''.  
Due to its immense size, there are multiple access points into the Underdark from over-land. All of them involve travelling (or falling) deep into the depths of the world.  


===Access===
The following locations contain known access points into the Underdark:
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.
* Ladder from the [[Defiled Temple]], arriving in the [[Selunite Outpost]].
 
* Elevator from the [[Zhentarim Hideout]], arriving in the [[Storehouse]].
The following locations contain known access points into the '''Underdark''':
* [[Mushroom Circle]] in the [[Overgrown Tunnel]] to a corresponding circle in [[#Torchstalk Gulch|Torchstalk Gulch]]
*Depart from the [[Defiled Temple]] to arrive in/near the South East Region.
* Falling into the hole in the [[Whispering Depths]], arriving in the [[#Minotaur Hills|Minotaur Hills]]. {{SAI|Feather Fall}} or the ability to {{SAI|Fly}} must be used or a cutscene will show the party falling to death.
*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.


== Areas ==
== Areas ==
Due to its immense size, the map of the '''Underdark''' features several nameless [[Location|locations]] with unique elements, or named locations that only appear on the player's minimap. To help navigate this region, the [[Location|locations]] below may include adjacent nameless areas of the '''Underdark'''.
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Storehouse and Minotaur Hills highlighted.]]
 
=== North East ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-NE.png|200px|thumb|The NE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
====Storehouse====
====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.
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Storehouse]].}}
 
The Storehouse is in the most north-eastern quadrant of the Underdark map. This area is recognisable 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" ====
Enter the Underdark through this area when departing from the over-world's [[Zhentarim Basement]].
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.


Enter the '''Underdark''' through this area when departing from the overland's [[Whispering Depths]].
==== Minotaur Hills ====
Considered part of the Storehouse, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable thanks to its bright green grass and whimsical red mushrooms with swirling paths featuring wandering [[Minotaur|Minotaurs]]. This area is directly to the south of the Storehouse via the rope netting.


=== North Central ===
[[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|The North Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
==== 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 recognisable for its densely packed oversized mushrooms, and roaming [[Myconid]]s 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 recognisable 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 recognisable for the giant bird's nest.


This unique area is directly adjacent to the south-west of [[Ebonlake Grotto]].
[[File:Underdark-Map-NW.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Dread Hollow and Bibberbang Grotto highlighted.]]
 
=== North West ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-NW.png|200px|thumb|The NW Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
==== 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 in the north-west of the Underdark. This area is recognisable for the large and brightly shining {{SmRarityItem|Sussur Tree Bark|Sussur Tree}}, as well as the roaming [[Hook Horror]]s and a hostile wizard, {{CharLink|Filro|Filro the Forgotten}}, living along its branched roots.  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]].
North-east of the Sussur Tree in the Dread Hollow section of the Underdark, the '''Bibberbang Grotto''' is an unnamed area of explosive and densely growing Bibberbang mushrooms, trapping {{CharLink|Baelen Bonecloak}}.


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 ===
[[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 in the south-west corner of the Underdark map. This area 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 to be part of the Arcane Tower and to its east, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable 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. It can be spoken to with {{SAI|Speak with Dead}}, which is detailed further down.


This unique area is adjacent and directly east of the [[Arcane Tower]].
Also, a few mushroom circles can be found here, one of which {{Coords|98|-283}} leads to the [[Sunlit Wetlands]] {{Coords|-74|210}}.
 
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 containing some [[Kuo-toa]] worshipping their god {{CharLink|BOOOAL}}. It can be reached by climbing down the cragged rock in Torchstalk Gulch {{Coords|80|-241}}.
It is reached after climbing down the cragged rock in the Torchstalk area at X: 80 Y-241.


=== South East ===
[[File:Underdark-Map-SE.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the Selûnite Outpost and Battlefields highlighted.]]
[[File:Underdark-Map-SE.png|200px|thumb|The SE Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
==== 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 in the south-east corner of the Underdark map. This area is recognisable 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 defences.


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 recognisable 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 ====
To the west of the Selûnite Outpost, this nameless area of the Underdark is recognisable by its purple [[Glowing Gems]] and several [[Petrified (Condition)|petrified]] [[Drow]] as well as one [[Spectator]].


==== "Petrified Battlefield" ====
[[File:Underdark-Map-C.png|200px|thumb|Map of the Underdark, with the central area highlighted.]]
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]].
==== Decrepit Village====
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Decrepit Village]].}}
The Decrepit Village is the central area of the Underdark and fairly vertical. It is recognisable for its ramshackle wooden structures and rope netting enclosures. The 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 party to [[Grymforge]] based on the story path of their choosing.


This unique area is directly adjacent west of the [[Selûnite Outpost]].
==== Grymforge ====
{{hatnote|Main article: [[Grymforge]].}}
Grymforge is an expansive and abandoned settlement on a separate map, containing the [[The Adamantine Forge (Location)|Adamantine Forge]]. It is accessible via the boat at the Decrepit Village.


=== Central ===
==Characters==
[[File:Underdark-Map-C.png|200px|thumb|The Central Quadrant of the Underdark, as seen on the map.]]
=== Notable NPCs ===
==== Decrepit Village====
{{div col}}
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.
Arcane Tower:
* {{MdCharLink|Bernard}}
Decrepit Village:
* {{MdCharLink|Gekh Coal}}
* {{MdCharLink|Garmor}}
* {{MdCharLink|Holvik}}
* {{MdCharLink|Lurgan}}
Dread Hollow:
* {{MdCharLink|Baelen Bonecloak}}
* {{MdCharLink|Filro}}
Ebonlake Grotto:
* {{MdCharLink|Blurg}}
* {{MdCharLink|Derryth Bonecloak}}
* {{MdCharLink|Gut}}
* {{MdCharLink|Omeluum}}
* {{MdCharLink|Spaw}}
Festering Cove:
* {{MdCharLink|BOOOAL}}
* {{MdCharLink|Pooldripp}}
Petrified Battlefield:
* {{MdCharLink|Dhourn}}


==== Beach ====
{{div col end}}
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 ====
=== Creatures ===
[[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.
* {{MdCharLink|Arcane Turret}}
* {{MdCharLink|Animated Armour}}
* {{MdCharLink|Bulette}}
* {{MdCharLink|Hook Horror}}
* {{MdCharLink|Minotaur}}
* {{MdCharLink|Spectator}}


=== Regional Locations ===
==Notable loot==
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 ===
=== Quest Items ===
The following {{SmIconLink|Waypoint Map Icon.png|Waypoints}} are available within the '''Underdark''' territory.
*{{MdRarityItem|Noblestalk}}
* Beach {{coords|22|-209}} in the [[Decrepit Village]]
*{{MdRarityItem|Scribbled Notes|Scribbled Note}}
* Selûnite Outpost {{coords|180|-235}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Tattered Scroll}}
* Myconid Colony {{coords|101|-101}} in [[Ebonlake Grotto]]
* Sussur Tree {{coords|49|-140}} in the [[Dread Hollow]]
* Grymforge {{Coords|?|?}}
** Ancient Forge {{Coords|?|?}}


==Characters==
=== Other notable ===
⚠️ ''Please note that while [[Grymforge]] and [[The Festering Cove]] are technically contained within the '''Underdark''' territory, due to having unique maps, their NPCs and Merchants are not listed here.''
[[File:Phalar Aluve Location.jpg|thumb|Phalar Aluve]]
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: {{verify}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Bloodguzzler Garb}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Dog Collar}} - by digging up the grave in [[Dread Hollow|Dread Hollow South]]
*{{MdRarityItem|Drow Studded Leather Armour}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Explorer's Ring}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Icy Crystal}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Helmet of Autonomy}}
*{{MdRarityItem|Phalar Aluve}} {{Coords|117|-192}}: by passing a [[Strength]] or [[Religion]] check to free this sword from a stone
*{{MdRarityItem|The Spectator Eyes}}


==== Notable NPCs ====
=== Hidden treasure===
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):
*Buried Chest {{Coords|?|?}}: Pass the check to dig up this chest near the Petrified Battlefield
*Giant Nest {{Coords|49|-153}}: Climb the mushrooms to reach the chest contained in this Giant Bird Nest
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|-41|-205}} Pass the check to dig up this chest
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|-74|-275}} Pass the check to dig up this chest in the Garden just outside the door of the ground floor [[Arcane Tower]].
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|11|-296}} Pass the check to dig up this chest near the [[Arcane Tower|arcane tower]]
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|122|-234}} Pass the check to dig up this chest near the [[petrified drow]]
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|-9|-65}}: Pass the check to dig up this chest near the center of the [[Underdark#Bibberbang_Grotto|Bibberbang Grotto]] in [[Dread Hollow]]
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|-408|310}} Pass the check to dig up this chest at [[The Festering Cove]]
*Buried Wooden Chest {{Coords|-413|241}} Pass the check to dig up this chest at [[The Festering Cove]]


*[[Baelen Bonecloak]]
== Related quests ==
*[[Dhourn]]
The following quests may all be found in unnamed areas of the Underdark region (additional quests are available in named locations within the Underdark):
*{{Quest|Find the Nightsong}}
*{{Quest|Find the Mushroom Picker}}
*{{Quest|Remove the Parasite}}
**{{SubQuest|Help Omeluum investigate the parasite}}
**{{SubQuest|Reach Moonrise Towers}}


== Monsters ==
== Speak with Dead ==
Throughout the Underdark are a few unnamed, dead NPCs can that provide insights about the area.


* [[Minotaur]]
=== Dead Drow ===
Located in Torchstalk Gulch, just at the foot of the mushroom platform wall leading to the Overgrown Tunnel.


==Regional Loot==
'''Party member:''' Who are you?


=== Quest Items ===
* '''Dead Drow:''' House Vandree... far scout... searching...
** '''Party member:''' What where you searching for?
*** '''Dead Drow:''' Quick path... to surface...


* [[Tattered Scroll]]
'''Party member:''' What happened to you?
* [[Scribbled Notes|Scribbled Note]]
* [[Noblestalk]]


=== Other Notable ===
* '''Dead Drow:'''  Threw backpack... too light... fell...
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: {{verify}}
** '''Party member:''' How did throwing a backpack make you fall?
*{{SmallIcon|Bloodguzzler Garb Icon.png}} [[Bloodguzzler Garb]]
*** '''Dead Drow:''' Mushrooms... disappear... guessed wrong...
*{{SmallIcon|Drow Studded Leather Armour Icon.png}} [[Drow Studded Leather Armour]]
*{{SmallIcon|Explorers Ring Icon.png}} [[Explorer's Ring]]
*{{SmallIcon|Icy Crystal Icon.png}} [[Icy Crystal]]
*{{SmallIcon|Leather Helmet Magical Icon.png}} [[Helmet of Autonomy]]


=== Hidden Treasure===
'''Party member:''' Did you have any allies nearby?
[[File:Phalar Aluve Location.jpg|thumb|Phalar Aluve]]


*[[Dog Collar]] {{Coords|?|?}}: dig up the grave in [[Dread Hollow|Dread Hollow South]]
* '''Dead Drow:''' Worked alone... better that way...
*[[Phalar Aluve]] {{Coords|117|-192}}: pass the [[Strength]] or [[Religion]] check to free this sword from a stone.
*Buried Chest {{Coords|?|?}}:  pass the check to dig up this chest near the Petrified Battlefield
*Giant Nest {{Coords|?|?}}:  climb the mushrooms to reach the chest contained in this Giant Bird Nest


== Related Quests ==
== External Links ==
The following quests may all be found in unnamed areas of the '''Underdark''' region (additional quests are available in named locations within the Underdark):
*[[Find the Mushroom Picker]]
*[[Remove the Parasite]]
**[[Help Omeluum investigate the parasite]]
**[[Reach Moonrise Towers]]
*[[Find the Nightsong]]


==External Links==
* {{FRWiki|Underdark|long}}
{{FRWiki|Underdark|long}}
* {{Wikipedia|Underdark|long}}
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Underdark en.wikipedia.org on the Underdark]


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[[Category:Locations]]
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Latest revision as of 18:26, 27 August 2024

The caverns of the Underdark.
The Underdark is a region in Act 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.

Overview[edit | edit source]

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.

Locations[edit | edit source]

Adjacent regions[edit | edit source]

Regional Waypoints[edit | edit source]

The following Waypoints are available within the Underdark.

  • caption = Underdark - Beach Underdark - Beach X: 22 Y: -209
  • caption = Underdark - Selûnite Outpost Underdark - Selûnite Outpost X: 180 Y: -235
  • caption = Underdark - Myconid Colony Underdark - Myconid Colony X: 101 Y: -101
  • caption = Underdark - Sussur Tree Underdark - Sussur Tree X: 49 Y: -140
  • caption = Underdark - Grymforge Underdark - Grymforge X: -647 Y: 382
  • caption = Underdark - Ancient Forge Underdark - Ancient Forge X: -612 Y: 294

Access[edit | edit source]

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

The following locations contain known access points into the Underdark:

Areas[edit | edit source]

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

Storehouse[edit | edit source]

Main article: Storehouse.

The Storehouse is in the most north-eastern quadrant of the Underdark map. This area is recognisable for its aging pale wooden interior and is free of any enemies.

Enter the Underdark through this area when departing from the over-world's Zhentarim Basement.

Minotaur Hills[edit | edit source]

Considered part of the Storehouse, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable 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[edit | edit source]

Main article: Ebonlake Grotto.

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

Myconid Minefield[edit | edit source]

Considered part of the Ebonlake Grotto and in its south-east part, this nameless area of the Underdark is recognisable 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[edit | edit source]

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 recognisable for the giant bird's nest.

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

Dread Hollow[edit | edit source]

Main article: Dread Hollow.

The Dread Hollow is in the north-west of the Underdark. This area is recognisable for the large and brightly shining Sussur Tree, as well as the roaming Hook Horrors and a hostile wizard, Filro Filro the Forgotten, living along its branched roots. A Bulette can also be spotted in the area.

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

Bibberbang Grotto[edit | edit source]

North-east of the Sussur Tree in the Dread Hollow section of the Underdark, the Bibberbang Grotto is an unnamed area of explosive and densely growing Bibberbang mushrooms, trapping Baelen Bonecloak Baelen Bonecloak.

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

Arcane Tower[edit | edit source]

Main article: Arcane Tower.

The Arcane Tower is in the south-west corner of the Underdark map. This area is recognizable by its neatly built stone entryway that opens to a front garden featuring Arcane Cannons.

Torchstalk Gulch[edit | edit source]

Considered to be part of the Arcane Tower and to its east, this unnamed area of the Underdark is recognisable 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. It can be spoken to with Speak with Dead Speak with Dead, which is detailed further down.

Also, a few mushroom circles can be found here, one of which X: 98 Y: -283 leads to the Sunlit Wetlands X: -74 Y: 210.

Festering Cove[edit | edit source]

Main article: The Festering Cove.

The Festering Cove is a partially hidden location containing some Kuo-toa worshipping their god BOOOAL 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[edit | edit source]

Main article: Selûnite Outpost.

The Selûnite Outpost is in the south-east corner of the Underdark map. This area is recognisable 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 defences.

The Outpost can be reached from the Shattered Sanctum.

Ancient Battlefield[edit | edit source]

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

Petrified Battlefield[edit | edit source]

To the west of the Selûnite Outpost, this nameless area of the Underdark is recognisable 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[edit | edit source]

Main article: Decrepit Village.

The Decrepit Village is the central area of the Underdark and fairly vertical. It is recognisable for its ramshackle wooden structures and rope netting enclosures. The 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 party to Grymforge based on the story path of their choosing.

Grymforge[edit | edit source]

Main article: Grymforge.

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

Characters[edit | edit source]

Notable NPCs[edit | edit source]

Arcane Tower:

Decrepit Village:

Dread Hollow:

Ebonlake Grotto:

Festering Cove:

Petrified Battlefield:

Creatures[edit | edit source]

Notable loot[edit | edit source]

Quest Items[edit | edit source]

Other notable[edit | edit source]

Phalar Aluve

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[edit | edit source]

  • Buried Chest X: ? Y: ?: Pass the check to dig up this chest near the Petrified Battlefield
  • Giant Nest X: 49 Y: -153: Climb the mushrooms to reach the chest contained in this Giant Bird Nest
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: -41 Y: -205 Pass the check to dig up this chest
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: -74 Y: -275 Pass the check to dig up this chest in the Garden just outside the door of the ground floor Arcane Tower.
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: 11 Y: -296 Pass the check to dig up this chest near the arcane tower
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: 122 Y: -234 Pass the check to dig up this chest near the petrified drow
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: -9 Y: -65: Pass the check to dig up this chest near the center of the Bibberbang Grotto in Dread Hollow
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: -408 Y: 310 Pass the check to dig up this chest at The Festering Cove
  • Buried Wooden Chest X: -413 Y: 241 Pass the check to dig up this chest at The Festering Cove

Related quests[edit | edit source]

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

Speak with Dead[edit | edit source]

Throughout the Underdark are a few unnamed, dead NPCs can that provide insights about the area.

Dead Drow[edit | edit source]

Located in Torchstalk Gulch, just at the foot of the mushroom platform wall leading to the Overgrown Tunnel.

Party member: Who are you?

  • Dead Drow: House Vandree... far scout... searching...
    • Party member: What where you searching for?
      • Dead Drow: Quick path... to surface...

Party member: What happened to you?

  • Dead Drow: Threw backpack... too light... fell...
    • Party member: How did throwing a backpack make you fall?
      • Dead Drow: Mushrooms... disappear... guessed wrong...

Party member: Did you have any allies nearby?

  • Dead Drow: Worked alone... better that way...

External Links[edit | edit source]

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