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Introduction
The House of Grief in BG3 is an important location since it ultimately concludes Shadowheart’s journey by assisting her in confronting her past and confronting the Cult of Shar, who raised her. The choices you make inside this location will not only shape Shadowheart’s fate but also influence the overall story. Despite the importance of this quest step, it can be difficult to locate the House of Grief or the Sharran lookout where Shadowheart is present. Let’s delve into the guide to unveil the mysteries and secrets of House of Grief in BG3.
Where to Find the House of Grief?
The House of Grief is located on the extreme northwestern side of the Lower City of Baldur’s Gate, further west than the Baldur’s Gate Waypoint and Upper City entrance. From Baldur’s Gate Waypoint, proceed south until you reach the Balduran statue, then take a shortcut west through the garden and north across the bridge. You must cross this little bridge to reach the House of Grief.
How to get to the House of Grief in BG3?
To get into the house of grief in BG3, you’ll have to investigate the house of grief by talking to one or two characters. These are:
- Sharran Lookouts (Ferg Drogher, among the refugees in Rivington)
- Arves (a confused merchant outside the house of grief).
Where to Find the Sharran Lookout
When you arrive in Rivington in Act Three, find the Sharran lookout, Ferg Drogher, on the east side near the Requisitioned Barn. He won’t speak to you unless you approach him. Have Shadowheart in your party. Talk to him, and he’ll guide you to the cloister, helping you progress to the Daughter of Darkness quest.
What to do in the House of Grief?
Once inside the house of grief, have Shadowheart sit on the granite bench to trigger a cutscene with the enclave’s Mother Superior. It’s best to let Shadowheart handle the dialogue, as it advances the storyline and earns her the Rites of Loss Inspiration point. You’ll discover that the Mother Superior is Viconia DeVir, serving Shar.
Choices You Can Make In The House Of Grief: Encountering Viconia
Inside the House of Grief, you will encounter Viconia DeVir. This confrontation is tense as Viconia attempts to impose the doctrine of Shar onto Shadowheart. You will be given options to either Save Shadowheart or Give Her to the Mother Superior, Viconia.
Save Shadowheart or Give Her to the Mother Superior
Saving Shadowheart will result in a battle with Viconia and over a dozen disciples. There is another choice. Instead of confronting Viconia, you can choose to align with her betrayed Shadowheart and give her to Viconia. This will allow you to have Lady Shar’s followers join you as friends in the battle against the Elder Brain. The consequence is that Shadowheart will permanently depart your group.
If you choose to save Shadowheart, this action will strengthen her resolve to break away from Shar’s oppressive control. If you surrender her to Viconia, Shadowheart becomes a devoted servant of Shar.
How To Defeat Viconia Devir
After confronting Viconia, you must engage in battle if you oppose her. Viconia is a formidable foe, utilizing both divine magic and deadly tactics in combat. To defeat Viconia, target her support first, such as clerics and ranged attackers, before focusing on her. Utilize crowd control and protection spells to minimize damage and prioritize taking out her healers.
What To Do With Viconia: Should You Spare or Kill Her?
Once you’ve defeated Viconia, you must speak with her. You’ll be given a few options:
- Kill Viconia.
- Spare Viconia.
- Have Shadowheart kill Viconia.
If you spare Viconia, you will not receive any of her possessions, resulting in a significant loss of loot and the key needed to access the back room. Killing her will reward you with a few keys and her legendary shield, Viconia’s Walking Fortress.
What to Do with Shadowheart’s Parents
In the House of Grief in BG3, you find Shadowheart’s parents magically chained in the inner sanctum. Shar warns that if she frees her parents, she will continue to suffer from her curse. Shadowheart faces a difficult decision: free her parents and continue her suffering, or let them die to break free from Shar’s hold. If she ends their suffering, their spirits will become Moonmotes and stay with her.
Alternatively, passing a DC20 Religion or Persuasion check allows her parents to survive and stay at your camp, where they later reconcile with her.
The Mirror of Loss
The Mirror of Loss is located in the farthest section of the House of Grief, behind Arnell and Emmeline Hallowleaf. To use it, you must pass both a Religion (DC20) and Arcana (DC25) check. Once unlocked, the mirror allows you to trade two points from one stat to gain two in another. While the stat loss is a curse, it can be removed with Remove Curse, giving you a permanent +2 stat bonus with no lasting penalty.
Where To Find Nocturne
Inside the House of Grief, two rooms are particularly important: the Dormitory and the Night Orchid Cave. The Dormitory is located on the north side of the central chamber, behind large wooden doors. Inside, you’ll find Nocturne, Shadowheart’s childhood friend. Nocturne is a non-hostile NPC and a trader who can help Shadowheart recover lost memories. In the Dormitory, you can also unlock Viconia’s chest, which contains a key to her vault in the Counting House.
Where To Find Night Orchid Cave
The Night Orchid Cave, a special place for Shadowheart, is located behind a wooden barricade in the southeastern room of Shar Cloister. Break the barricade to reveal a ladder that leads to the cave. Inside, you’ll find night orchids. Giving one to Shadowheart unlocks special dialogue and can trigger the achievement “To Bloom in the Darkest Night.” This interaction can happen anytime after Shadowheart reveals her favorite flower, as early as Act One.
Conclusion
The House of Grief in BG3 is a key location where Shadowheart faces critical decisions about her past, her parents, and her future. Encounters with Viconia DeVir, the Dormitory, and the Night Orchid Cave offer moments that shape both Shadowheart’s fate and the game’s storyline. The choices made here carry lasting consequences, influencing Shadowheart’s personal journey and the party’s progression.
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FAQs
The House of Grief in BG3 is located in the Lower City of Baldur’s Gate, northwest of the Baldur’s Gate Waypoint. Cross the garden and the bridge to reach it.
You can surrender her while encountering Viconia. Losing her will result in two ways. You will no longer be Shadowheart’s follower. You opt out of a battle with Viconia DeVir.
Yes, you can help save Shadowheart’s parents by passing a DC20 Religion or Persuasion check, allowing them to stay at your camp and reconcile with her.
