Faerun in Baldur’s Gate 3 is a treasure trove of unique and formidable artifacts, including the elusive weapon known as Rhapsody. The more potent the weapon, the more challenging it is to acquire, making Rhapsody one of the more formidable blades to obtain in the game.
This rare dagger represents a reward for players who navigate a comprehensive questline, delving into the darker corners of Baldur’s Gate. Rhapsody stands out as a valuable asset for those interested in crafting a robust Rogue build.
What is Rhapsody in Baldur’s Gate 3?
Rhapsody is classified as a very rare dagger in Baldur’s Gate 3, capable of functioning as either a main-hand or off-hand weapon. Its unique abilities make it particularly advantageous for Rogues, Rangers, or Bards who favor dual-wielding.
Key Abilities of Rhapsody
- Scarlet Remittance: Grants a +1 bonus to attack rolls, damage, and spell save DC for each enemy you defeat, stacking up to +3.
- Sweet Bloodletting: Has the potential to trigger a bleeding status effect on enemies when you strike while hidden or invisible.
Rhapsody synergizes well with other weapons such as the Blade of the First Blood, which provides a counterattack option against missed strikes and grants True Strike. Another excellent pairing is with Bloodthirst, as it enables you to impose vulnerability to piercing damage on foes when held in your main hand.
How to Acquire Rhapsody in Baldur’s Gate 3
To get your hands on Rhapsody, you must complete The Pale Elf questline associated with the character Astarion. This involves infiltrating Cazador’s manor in Baldur’s Gate 3.
Throughout Astarion’s questline, maintaining communication with him is essential. Here are key milestones to achieve during your adventure:
- Recruit Astarion after the crash of the Nautiloid.
- Engage in combat with the monster hunter pursuing Astarion.
- Discuss Astarion’s scars with Raphael.
- Locate Raphael in the Shadow-Cursed Lands during Act II.
- Defeat the Orthon.
- Acquire knowledge about the Rite of Profane Ascension from Raphael.
- Access Cazador’s Palace within Baldur’s Gate.
- Confront and defeat Cazador.
Cazador’s Palace is positioned atop the Lower Wall in Baldur’s Gate, accessible via the Lower City Central Wall waypoint. Ascend the staircase to enter the palace.
Upon arrival at Cazador’s Palace, navigate through the structure to find the Dais located behind a large locked door. This leads you deeper into the dungeon, ultimately bringing you to Cazador himself.
Defeating Cazador poses a significant challenge, so consider utilizing spells like Daylight for an advantage. Having a Cleric in your party is advisable for additional healing during the encounter, as things can quickly turn dire.
Once you emerge victorious, you can claim Rhapsody from Cazador’s corpse. Although you can confront Cazador without Astarion in your group, completing his quest beforehand not only enriches your story experience but also grants you the advantage of bringing him into the final battle.
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