Laura Smith
In Baldur's Gate 3, players can embark on a quest called Find the Mushroom Picker in Act One. This quest involves searching for a mushroom picker named Baelen, who has gotten himself trapped in a cluster of Bibberbang mushrooms, which are highly toxic and inflammable. Players can find Baelen in the Ebonlake Grotto, a myconid colony in the Underdark, by exiting the grotto from the southwest and following the path north. Along the way, they will encounter the Bibberbang mushrooms, which they must carefully navigate or destroy from a distance to avoid setting them off. The objective is to rescue Baelen and find the Noblestalk Mushroom, a rare and delicate mushroom with powerful curative properties.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Game | Baldur's Gate 3 |
| Quest Name | Find the Mushroom Picker |
| Quest Giver | Derryth Bonecloak |
| Quest Objective | Find Derryth's husband Baelen and a Noblestock Mushroom |
| Quest Location | Myconid Village in the Underdark, Ebonlake Grotto, Dread Hollow region |
| Quest Rewards | Scroll of Invisibility, Gloves of Uninhibited Kushigo, Tarnished Ring |
| Mushroom Type | Noblestalk, Bibberbang, Tongue of Madness, Timmask |
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What You'll Learn
Find Baelen Bonecloak in the Underdark
To find Baelen Bonecloak in the Underdark, players must begin by speaking to his wife, Derryth Bonecloak, in the Myconid Colony. Derryth, a vendor standing on the west side of the colony, is looking for her husband, Baelen, who is lost somewhere in the Underdark. Although she does not seem overly concerned about his safe return, players can still choose to look for him.
To reach Baelen, exit the colony from the southwest exit and follow the walkway west. Players may encounter a patrolling monster, so it is advisable to wait for it to move away before sneaking over and climbing down the cliff. North of the colony is a field of green fungus, and as players approach, Baelen will call out to them, warning them not to come closer. He is trapped in the middle of a patch of Bibberbang, a type of fungus that emits flammable fumes, and if anyone gets too close, the entire area will ignite.
To rescue Baelen, players need to bring him his bag, which contains Scrolls of Misty Step. This can be achieved in several ways. If players have a flying summon, such as a Warlock's Conjured Imp, they can fly over the Bibberbang and drag the bag to Baelen. Alternatively, Mage Hand can be used to bring the bag to him, and this method is preferred as it preserves spells. Once Baelen has his bag, he can teleport to safety. Another option is to use the spell Misty Step to teleport to Baelen's bag and then throw the bag to him, although this may be challenging if the player's character is not strong enough.
After saving Baelen, players can attempt to procure the Noblestalk, a valuable rare mushroom with powerful curative properties. However, this is not a required objective of the quest. If players choose to retrieve the Noblestalk, they must first remove the source of ignition, a lit torch near Baelen's pack, to avoid setting off the flammable Bibberbang spores. Once the immediate danger is removed, players can safely collect the Noblestalk without worrying about the chain reaction of explosions.
The Noblestalk can be given to Baelen, restoring his mind and causing him to act more aggressively towards Derryth. Alternatively, it can be fed to Shadowheart in an attempt to restore her memories. If given to Derryth, she will sell 2-3 Noblestalk in her shop during each long rest, but these cannot be used to restore memories.
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Save Baelen from the Bibberbang mushrooms
To save Baelen from the Bibberbang mushrooms, players must first find him. Baelen can be found by exiting the Ebonlake Grotto from the southwest exit and turning right. This leads to a root bridge with several Bibberbang mushrooms at the far end. Players should avoid getting too close to the mushrooms as they will explode and send off poisonous gas, which could harm Baelen.
Once players have located Baelen, they should use ranged weapons or cantrips to destroy the mushrooms from a distance. Players should then approach the north end of the root bridge, where they will find Baelen. He will warn the party to stay away but will also ask them to retrieve his pack. To help Baelen escape, players can throw a Scroll of Misty Step from inside the bag to him, allowing him to teleport out of the cave.
Alternatively, players can first remove the source of ignition, such as a lit torch near Baelen's pack, and then intentionally set off the Bibberbang mushrooms from a distance without harming Baelen or the Noblestalk mushroom he is seeking. Once the cloud settles, players can enter the cave and speak to Baelen, who will reward them with a scroll of Invisibility.
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Speak to Derryth Bonecloak in Ebonlake Grotto
To find the mushrooms in Baldur's Gate 3, players must first speak to Derryth Bonecloak in Ebonlake Grotto. Derryth is a dwarf trader and is located at coordinates X:51 Y: -96, west of the Guardian Gate. She is looking for her lost husband, Baelen Bonecloak, who went out to pick mushrooms and never returned. Derryth will not offer a reward for her husband's safe return, but players can begin the "'Find the Mushroom Picker'" quest by speaking with her.
Upon agreeing to help Derryth, players will learn that Baelen is located outside of Ebonlake Grotto. Exiting the grotto from the southwest and turning right will lead players to a root bridge with several Bibberbang mushrooms at the far end. These mushrooms are highly toxic and inflammable, and will explode if a character gets too close. Players should use ranged weapons or cantrips to destroy these mushrooms from a distance.
Continuing north past the Bibberbang mushrooms, players will find a set of knotted roots leading down to a lower level. Another root bridge leads to a cave packed with more Bibberbang mushrooms. This time, players should avoid setting off the mushrooms. Instead, they should approach the north end of the root bridge, where they will find Baelen. He will warn the players to stay back but will ask them to retrieve his pack.
To help Baelen escape, players can throw a Scroll of Misty Step from inside his bag, allowing him to teleport out of the cave. Once he is safe, players can choose to blow up the remaining Bibberbang mushrooms and wait for the fire to die down before exploring the cave. In the far corner, they will find the Noblestalk mushroom, a rare mushroom with powerful curative properties. This mushroom is extremely fragile, so it will be destroyed if the Bibberbang mushrooms explode.
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Retrieve the Noblestalk mushroom
In Baldur's Gate 3, the Noblestalk mushroom can be found in Act 2 of the game. It is a rare and valuable mushroom with powerful curative properties. To retrieve the Noblestalk mushroom, players must first locate Baelen Bonecloak, who is trapped in a field of Bibberbang mushrooms at coordinates X: -21, Y: -62. These Bibberbang mushrooms are highly volatile and will explode if triggered, so players must act carefully to rescue Baelen without setting off the mushrooms.
One way to save Baelen is by using the "Misty Step" scroll or spell to teleport to his bag, which contains a scroll that will allow him to escape. Players can then throw the bag to Baelen, allowing him to use the scroll and escape the Bibberbang field. Alternatively, players can use the "Mage Hand" spell to drag Baelen's bag to him, or they can use teleportation or enhanced leap abilities to reach the bag and retrieve it without triggering the mushrooms.
Once Baelen is rescued, players can find the Noblestalk mushroom mixed in with the Bibberbang mushrooms. To retrieve it safely, players can use the "Mage Hand" spell to drag the mushroom away from the Bibberbang field and avoid any damage. Another important step is to put out the lit torch near Baelen's bag, as the fire can ignite the flammable spores of the Bibberbang mushrooms, causing a chain reaction that will destroy the Noblestalk.
With the Noblestalk mushroom in hand, players can choose to save it for later use or use it immediately. The Noblestalk mushroom can heal a character and remove any negative effects, making it a valuable item for players. Additionally, the mushroom can be used to restore memories, such as when given to Shadowheart or the Dark Urge. Players can also choose to give the Noblestalk mushroom to different characters, such as Derryth Bonecloak or Thulla, which will lead to different outcomes and story paths.
Overall, retrieving the Noblestalk mushroom requires careful navigation of hazardous areas and offers players multiple choices that can impact the story and their relationships with various characters in Baldur's Gate 3.
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Rewards for rescuing Baelen
The Find the Mushroom Picker quest in Baldur's Gate 3 involves rescuing Baelen, a mushroom picker who has gone missing in the Underdark. Here are the rewards players can expect for rescuing Baelen:
Scroll of Invisibility
After being rescued, Baelen rewards players with a Scroll of Invisibility. This scroll can be obtained by speaking to Baelen or as a result of successfully rescuing him from the Bibberbang field.
Gloves of Uninhibited Kushigo
Derryth, Baelen's wife, rewards players with the Gloves of Uninhibited Kushigo, a rare magic item that adds 1d4 damage to throw attacks and improvised weapons. While she initially claims to have no reward to offer, she provides this item upon her husband's safe return.
Explorer's Ring
Although not directly related to rescuing Baelen, players can find the Explorer's Ring on a skeleton located on one of the ledges in the cavern. This ring grants bonuses to both Survival and Nature skills.
Noblestalk
Noblestalk is a rare and valuable mushroom with powerful curative properties. It can be found on the eastern side of the Bibberbang field after rescuing Baelen. Players can choose to give the Noblestalk to Baelen, which will clear his mind, or keep it for themselves to use or trade.
Derryth's Wedding Ring
Players can obtain Derryth's wedding ring by passing a DC 10 Intimidation check when offering her the Noblestalk. While it is not very valuable, players can choose to accept the ring or keep both the ring and the Noblestalk.
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Frequently asked questions
The Mushroom Picker quest can be started by talking to Derryth Bonecloak in Ebonlake Grotto.
Baelen can be found by exiting Ebonlake Grotto from the southwest exit, then following the path north. He is stuck in the middle of a Bibberbang cluster, which are toxic and inflammable mushrooms.
Players can save Baelen by throwing him a Scroll of Misty Step so that he can teleport out of the Bibberbang cave.
The Noblestalk mushroom can be found in the mushroom cave at coordinates X: -4 Y: -62. It is a delicate mushroom that will be destroyed by the slightest damage, including the explosion of the Bibberbang mushrooms.
