Baldur’s Gate 3: First Umbral Gem | Gauntlet of Shar [1/3]

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The Gauntlet of Shar is a massive, puzzle-filled dungeon that’s required if you want to complete Act 2 of Baldur’s Gate 3. Before you can take on Ketheric Thorm, you’ll have to fight through this gauntlet of tough enemy encounters and trials. Before you can even reach the area, you’ll need to unlock special protection against the Shadow Curse. After that, getting there is a breeze — but the tough enemies protecting this lair are going to be a challenge if you’re not prepared.

You’ll want to be Level 7-8 before entering the Gauntlet of Shar. For this first part, we’ll talk about entering the gauntlet, meeting with Balthazar the Necromancer and finally unlocking our first Umbral Gem. You’ll need 4 Umbral Gems total to access the innermost chambers of the temple. The first gem is easily the hardest to acquire — the rest are a breeze when you know what to do.

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To reach the Gauntlet of Shar and find the Nightsong, play until Act 2 and the Shadow-Cursed Lands. In the deep darkness of the village north of Moonrise Towers, you’ll find the entrance to the Grand Mausoleum. This area is north of the House of Healing.

Press these three buttons and the doors in the back of the chamber will unlock. This leads to an