Baldur’s Gate 3 offers an expansive world teeming with adventures, and while characters like Tav are preoccupied with the dire situation of mind flayer parasites in their brains, they’re surprisingly afforded ample opportunities to engage in side quests. Whether you’re new to Faerûn or a seasoned explorer, you may stumble upon hidden quests that you weren’t aware of in your previous playthroughs.
Your keen investigative spirit has led you to uncover a treasure trove of new quests to experience next time you dive into this intricate RPG!
10 Find the Missing Letters
A Simple Fetch Quest With An Adorable Conclusion
| Act | Three |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Danzo Arkwright |
| Quest Location | Sword Coast Couriers |
While many players may overlook the courier service, Sword Coast Couriers in Rivington holds a charming quest involving missing letters and unfortunate pigeons. A little ingenuity—like casting “Speak with Animals”on the surviving birds and using “Misty Step”to reach the roof of Open Hand Temple—will lead you to Gale’s beloved Tressym, Tara.
9 Help the Devilish Ox
There’s More To This Bovine Than Meets The Eye…
| Act | Three |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Strange Ox |
| Quest Location | Rivington |
The Strange Ox is one of Baldur’s Gate 3’s most enigmatic NPCs, first met in the Emerald Grove. When players finally encounter him again in Act Three, they embark on a quest that involves smuggling the ox into the city disguised as an apple. The rewards include the Shapeshifter’s Boon ring and an invaluable ally for the ultimate battle against the Elder Brain.
8 Punish the Wicked
Even In Death, You Can’t Escape Justice
| Act | Two |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | He Who Was |
| Quest Location | Ruined Battlefield |
While traversing the treacherous Shadow Cursed Lands in Act Two, players may miss He Who Was, the quest-giver who prompts you to seek justice for the deceased Madeline. This quest will lead to Madeline’s ledger in the Waning Moon, revealing her betrayal of friends. Refusing to forgive her will please He Who Was and grant the reward of the Raven Gloves, allowing you to summon your own corvid companion.
7 Free the Artist
Who Keeps A Pet Painter, Anyway?
| Act | One |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Oscar Fevras |
| Quest Location | Zhentarim Basement |
In a twist of fate, Oskar Fevras finds himself imprisoned by the Zhentarim in Waukeen’s Rest. To secure his freedom, players must complete the Find the Missing Shipment quest, which is relatively simple if you can locate trader Brem. Although there are no tangible rewards, the satisfaction of rescue is worth the effort.
6 Aid the Underduke
Don’t Miss Out On This Fan-Favorite Companion
| Act | Three |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Farlin or Earspoon and Borgus Elamin |
| Quest Location | Western Beach or Sharess’ Caress |
Locating fan-favorite companion Minsc is no simple task. Unlike many characters you meet early on, you’ll need to delve into the Counting House to find this brawny ranger battling a deadly mimic. Confrontation leads to an entertaining battle with a shape-shifting Jaheira doppelgänger, culminating in securing Minsc as a valued party member.
5 Investigate Cazador’s Palace
Give The Pale Elf The Vengeance He Deserves
| Act | Three |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Ulma or The Vampire Spawn |
| Quest Location | Rivington or Fraygo’s Flophouse |
Cazador Szarr’s palace often eludes players, leading to some not completing Astarion’s questline. By discovering the elf’s siblings at Fraygo’s Flophouse, players get the palace’s location, which is concealed behind an unassuming door near the Lower City Central Wall waypoint.
4 Lift the Shadow Curse
Act Two Won’t Feel Complete If You Don’t
| Act | Two |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | I’m a nerd. |
| Quest Location | Shadow Cursed Lands |
Act Two revolves around the Shadow Curse, making it essential to resolve this plot point. Engaging with Art Cullagh at the Last Light Inn is pivotal; otherwise, players could miss out on fascinating NPC encounters and the chance to eradicate the long-standing curse from the land.
3 Deal with the Devil
Sometimes It Pays To Steal Stuff
| Act | Three |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Mamzell Amira or Korrilla |
| Quest Location | Sharess’ Caress |
To rescue Prince Orpheus from confinement, players have the option to negotiate with Raphael or take a daring route by infiltrating the Hells. Tracking down Helsik at The Devil’s Fee can yield valuable rewards, including the coveted Orphic Hammer, Amulet of Greater Health, and other powerful gear.
2 Find Dribbles the Clown
Clowns Have People “In Bits, ”But This Is Ridiculous!
| Act | Three |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | Lucretious |
| Quest Location | Circus of the Last Days |
This quest initiates benignly but can prove challenging to complete. Players embark on a quest to restore the dismembered Dribbles, requiring a scavenger hunt throughout the city. Success yields the coveted Spellmight Gloves, a prized possession for any spellcaster.
1 The Adamantine Forge
Forge Your Own Destiny… And A Sweet New Armor Set
| Act | Two |
|---|---|
| Quest Giver | The Great Furnace of Grymforge, Filro the Forgotten’s Journal, or Dhourn |
| Quest Location | Grimforge |
Don’t overlook the Adamantine Forge if you want to bolster your defenses; hidden in the Underdark, this quest can be tough but rewarding. Defeating Grym grants you access to unique crafting options, including legendary items made from Mithral Ore. The Adamantine Splint Armor and Shield are among the top choices offering a significant boost in armor class that every player will appreciate.
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