Baldur’s Gate 3 includes separate worlds that the players can explore throughout their journey in that game. The expansive open-world exploration feature is something that makes Baldur’s Gate 3 different from its previous releases. The game requires the players to visit the Underdark, which is the underground area of the game. Nothing in the Underdark is simple, so the players must be careful with every move they make.

Underdark holds a lot of mysterious and spooky locations that the players will be required to explore in this area. One such location is the Arcane Tower, which is heavily guarded by two Arcane Cannons. Fortunately, there is a specific path the players can follow to get into this tower by avoiding the turrets. In this guide, we will show you how to enter the Arcane Tower in Baldur’s Gate 3.

How to Enter The Arcane Tower in BG3

While exploring around Underdark, you will reach the Arcane Tower at any point in your exploration. However, getting inside this tower is not easy, as you can find two Arcane Turrets guarding the tower’s entrance. These turrets will start attacking your party member as soon as you enter their range, and each hit by these turrets can be fatal.

There are two turrets placed at the entrance of the Arcane Tower. One can be found in the courtyard, and the other can be found in the upper stairs. You will need to sneak past both of the turrets to avoid getting any damage. Make sure you are out of the range of any of these two turrets so you don’t lose much health in the process.

Sneaking past these turrets is not hard if you know how to do it properly. You will activate the turn-based mode as soon as you approach this area. So select each character in your party and repeat the same process for everyone.

Take the path on your left from the ruins and keep progressing till you reach the cliff of the stairs. From the cliff, jump on the mushroom in front of you using the jump action. All of the characters will be able to do it without any issues. Now, from the first mushroom, keep jumping until you reach the red mushroom at the end of this side.

From the red mushroom, jump to the mushroom on the opposite side, adjacent to the tower. Now, keep hopping on more mushrooms and make your way to the cliff. Head along the cliff, and soon, you will find the entrance to the Arcane Tower.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 has the best RPG elements that players can experience in the world of gaming. The game has a long list of exciting quests for the players to complete throughout their journey. From slaying the foes to act as the world’s greatest detective, players will take on a lot of different roles while finishing this game. In Act 1 of Baldur’s Gate 3, players will embark on a quest to expose the evil Kagha.

In order to finish the Expose Kagha quest, the players need to find Kagha’s chest first. This chest is hidden in a secret chamber. Finding this chest without proper directions will be tough for you if you are playing the game for the first time. This guide will provide you with a detailed walkthrough to get Kagha’s Chest in Baldur’s Gate 3.

How to Find Kagha’s Chest in BG3

In the opening act of Baldur’s Gate 3, players will finish the Save Arabella quest. As soon as the quest ends, you will start the Expose Kagha quest. Throughout this quest, players will be required to go to several locations to expose Kagha. However, the first step will be to find a chest from which you can obtain valuable information.

At the beginning of the Expose Kagha quest, make your way to Kagha’s kingdom, the Emerald Grove. After reaching the Emerald Grove, head towards the Servant’s Quarter. After entering the Servant’s Quarter, you can find a large bookshelf in the center of the room. On your left, you will find a smaller bookshelf. If you look closely, you will further discover that there is a hidden chamber just behind it.

You can reach the chamber by vaulting on the broken wall on the adjacent right side of the smaller bookshelf. Jump through the wall and get to the chamber behind the shelf. In the chamber, you will find Kagha’s chest, the item that you were looking for.

Now, to open the chest, you will be required to use some Lockpicking skills. However, you can also pickpocket Kagha and steal the key from her when you first meet her. However, this action can be a bit risky if you don’t have a professional thief in your party.

After opening the chest, you will find a book and a half-torn note inside it. After reading the note, you will find a letter from Olodan, telling Kagha to meet him in the swamps. Now, head towards the swamps to continue on your quest to expose Kagha.

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Ram is a 1-speed, 3-health operator and is currently one of the unique support operators in the game. You can unlock Ram for 25000 Renown or 600 R6 Credits.

Here’s everything you need to know about this operator.

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Ram Operator Guide

BIOGRAPHY

“I may not have family, but I have Redhammer.”

Choi was born in Busan, South Korea. Although the circumstances of her early days are unclear, we know she was left at a fire department, then raised in a series of orphanages. Early caregivers describe a cunning child, who knew when to keep her head down and when to stand out. Hobbies that began in her youth, like interests in K-Metal and charcoal drawing, remain into her 30s — a testament to Choi’s consistency and loyalty.

Choi joined the Republic of Korea Armed Forces (ROKA) the moment she came of age, and began earning commendations, working swiftly up the ranks to Sergeant First Class (Sang-sa). She was soon recruited by the 35th Commando Battalion (Tarantula) where, in a tight-knit all-female unit, she mastered building clearance, hostage rescue, VIP protection, and the use of advanced technology when assaulting an enemy.

The Tarantula Unit is a high-performing CTU that deserves its renown, and Choi’s status as a standout about its specialists is notable, as she took the lead on a myriad of combat and intelligence operations. As other members retreated to the private sphere, she stayed, often the eldest in her unit. Performance reviews mention her thriving in this senior role, describing a fiercely protective soldier, who stops at nothing to keep her peers safe.

PSYCHOLOGICAL REPORT

Ram explained to me how women in the Korean military can only enter at a very high rank, then laughed and said she expects the same treatment in Redhammer. While we only have one Captain, she exudes leadership. A big sister vibe, really. Been awhile since I had one of those, so I’m not hating it.

She’s dialed in on the field to a very high degree. I envy her focus, whether it’s during a mission or in downtime when she’s got her headphones in and sketching charcoal.

In our line of work there’s a lot of, shall we say, “forced redundancy,” and if the axe falls on me one day, it’ll be good to know I’ve got a ready, willing and 100% capable replacement in Ram.

— Captain Jordan “Thermite” Trace, Redhammer Squad Leader

Best Weapon Loadout

• Primary Weapon: R4-C (ASSAULT RIFLE), LMG-E (LIGHT MACHINE GUN)
• Secondary Weapon: ITA12S (SHOTGUN), MK1 9MM (Handgun)
• Secondary Gadgets: HARD BREACH CHARGE, STUN GRENADE
• Unique ability: BU-GI AUTO BREACHER

Ram has two options for her primary weapon: the R4-C Assault Rifle and the LMG-E. The R4-C doesn’t need any introduction to any Siege player, as it is one of the fan-favorite weapons in the game. The R4-C is a really strong weapon in our eyes, because of its high damage and high fire rate. To put into context, the Assault Rifle can take away 39 HP with a single bullet in an operator’s body within 25m. Pairing it with the Extended Barrel attachment can increase this damage further to 43, making it a fierce option.

However, the gun has seen some recoil nerfs over the years, but nothing a seasoned player can’t manage. So, we using the flash hider or Compensator attachment paired with the 1.5x scope for this weapon. If you want a more controlled aim and are adjusted with 1x sights, then you can equip it as well.

On the other hand, the LMG-E is the light machine gun which you will recognize from Zofia’s loadout. The LMG-E is also considered one of the best LMGs in the game, as it has a huge magazine size that can hold 150 bullets, so you won’t need to worry about reloading much. However, if you have to reload then it won’t take as long as a typical LMG. Siege is past its LMG meta, as Ubisoft has nerfed the recoil of all LMGs really hard.

So which gun should you pick? We will heavily lean towards the R4-C as it is just too good of a gun to pass on. With this AR, you can support your team by playing vertically and also help by getting some kills in the later parts of a round.

For her secondary weapon, Ram’s two choices are ITA12S shotgun and MK1 9MM pistol. Here we highly recommend picking the ITA12S as it will help you cleanly break the floor if the BU-GI drone fails to do so.

Secondary Gadget

Ram has two secondary gadgets to choose from: the Hard Breach Charge and the Stun Grenade. Your decision should be based on your personal preference and the round’s game plan. We will argue that going for the Hard Breach Charge would be more advantageous. This would allow Ram to open hatches while playing vertically with the drone. So, take a moment to see what your teammates are selecting and adapt your choice accordingly.

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Unique Ability

Ram’s primary gadget is called the ‘BU-GI AUTO BREACHER‘ or shortly the BU-GI drone. This is a soft-breach gadget that moves slowly in the intended direction, methodically destroying the soft floor it travels over and any obstacles in its way. The drone can move in three settings: straight, left, or right.

Ram first throws the drone when pressing the primary gadget button, and then she can activate it by pressing the button again to start ramming the floor. But before activation, Ram can select the three trajectories by pressing the firing mode switch button and the path will be shown with a blue projection. Do keep in mind, that the left or right modes will slightly curve the direction of the drone. After activating the BU-GI drone will do its work automatically, allowing Ram to be proactive with her gun. This is a big upside compared to Sledge or Buck, where you have the risk of getting flanked.

Like Sledge or Buck, Ram primarily excels as a soft breacher on a team. In most rounds, defenders heavily reinforce bomb sites, creating a challenge for horizontal attacks. This is where Ram’s role becomes pivotal, as a soft breacher. By creating openings in the floor, Ram disrupts defenders’ fortified positions, forcing them into vulnerable situations. As defenders scramble or find themselves exposed, Ram’s skill in opening new lines of sight from above becomes crucial, often leading to significant attacker advantages. To maximize Ram’s effectiveness, focus on areas with ample soft surfaces where defenders are likely to be situated.

Ram’s BU-GI drone makes a loud grinding noise when it is activated, which you can use to your advantage. In Rainbow Six Siege, game sound is crucial, and as Ram you can activate your gadget to drown out the defender’s ability to hear audio cues such as footsteps or defuser planting sound.

Tips and Tricks

1. You can destroy wooden barricades of windows or doors by throwing the BU-GI drone and quickly get inside the map.
2. Create lines of sight with the shotgun and destroy Wall-Denial gadgets like Kaid or Bandit to help in hard-breaching.
3. Peek through your vertical holes after you’ve created multiple lines of sight from above.

How to counter Ram?

Ram’s BU-GI drone can be countered easily with any explosives like Impact Grenades or Nitro Cells. But there is also a vulnerable red rank of the gadget (like Mira’s canister) that you can pop to destroy it.

While Ram’s BU-GI drone has some electronic components, it doesn’t rely on them after being activated. Therefore, Mute’s jammer has no effect on the drone itself. But you won’t be able to activate the gadget if you are near a Mute jammer yourself.

Should you pick Ram?

Ram is a great addition to Rainbow Six Siege’s pool of soft breachers. Picking a soft breacher is almost mandatory in most maps and bombsites, so we will highly recommend this operator.

However, Ram’s full potential can be maximized in the hands of an experienced player. With better map knowledge, you can identify the common anchor spots of the defenders, and use the BU-GI drone to create multiple vertical angles and flush them out with the gun or a Stun grenade.

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Despite being a straightforward 2.5D platformer, the Trine series adds incredible details to the characters and environments, taking you on a mysterious journey through the world of fairy tales.

The latest addition to the Trine series, Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy, is no exception. The game just came out on Windows, PlayStation, XBOX, and Nintendo Switch. Trine 5 introduces thrilling new puzzles and a depth of difficulty in each level, making the 4-year wait well worth it.

However, there is a rising concern among PC players due to excessively high GPU usage and temperatures in Trine 5. Whether you have a high-end GPU or not, Trine 5 ramps up your GPU usage to the max, which seems really unusual for a 2.5D platformer.

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What Causes High GPU Usage in Trine 5?

The Trine series is notorious for maximizing GPU usage. It’s because the game is extremely GPU-hungry and will constantly use your core and memory clocks at 100%. Typically, you want your GPU to operate at maximum capacity. But for a game like Trine 5, it doesn’t make sense for your GPU to sweat that much.

Moreover, high GPU usage occurs not only in lower-medium-end graphics cards but also in the best graphics cards on the market, such as the 4090. So, a high-resolution monitor combined with a high-end graphics card will increase GPU usage in Trine 5.

High GPU usage may not always be a problem for many users. However, as Trine 5 runs for longer periods of time, the GPU temperature rises, ultimately degrading Trine 5’s performance. But don’t worry; there’s a simple solution.

How to Fix Trine 5 High GPU Usage

It is very simple to fix high GPU usage and keep temperatures under control while playing Trine 5. All you have to do in Trine 5 is limit your FPS. Based on your GPU’s capability and your Monitor’s resolution and refresh rate, the FPS limitation can vary.

However, it is not recommended that you keep Trine 5’s FPS higher than the refresh rate of your monitor, as you will not notice any visual difference. Besides that, it will only reduce overall performance and shorten the lifespan of your GPU.

You can obviously lower Trine 5 graphics settings. However, it will only increase your FPS and may not help decrease your GPU usage that much. Moreover, you’ll miss out on the incredible visuals if you lower the graphics settings.

Here, we’ll discuss two methods for how you can limit your FPS to lower GPU usage and Temperature in Trine 5:

Method 1 (Limit FPS from in-game settings)

You can use the in-game FPS limiter to limit Trine 5 FPS. To do that,

• Launch Trine 5.
• From the menu, go to Options
• Navigate to the Visuals tab
• Go to the FPS limit and set it to 60
  • Note: Depending on your monitor’s refresh rate, you can go above 60 FPS. So, try increasing FPS little by little to find the sweet spot where you get low GPU usage at a decent temperature without losing much performance.
• Now you’re all set! Enjoy Trine 5!

Method 2 (Limit FPS using RivaTuner)

Using the in-game FPS limiter may cause some screen flickering and input delay in Trine 5. So, another alternative way of limiting your FPS is by using the Riva Tuner. Riva Tuner is a third

To limit the Trine 5 FPS by using Riva Tuner. To do that,

• Go to Guru3d RTSS Rivatuner Statistics Server download page
• Scroll down and locate the Download Locations
• Download the latest RivaTuner version and install it
• After installing it open RivaTuner Statistics Server

• Click the green Add button from the bottom-left corner
• Locate the Trine 5.exe application and click on Open
• After you’ve added the game select Trine 5 from under the Global section
• From the right side of the window, you’ll see the Framerate limit option
• Now input 60 (or the desired number) and press enter to limit Trine 5 FPS

• Now launch Trine 5 normally

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There you go! Now you can enjoy Trine 5 without having to worry about your precious graphics card. So, get into Trine 5 and solve the difficult puzzles, fight new bosses, and explore the wilderness to save the Kingdom from the Evil Queen with your favorite character.

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Microsoft’s Game Pass subscription has been a blessing for many gamers around the world to try out new games instantly after their release. Game Pass for Xbox and PC has also been a great way to get new games cheaply. By paying a very cheap monthly rate, the subscribers can get access to a lot of new games, which typically would have cost them way more without the Game Pass subscription. Game Pass subscriber gets access to a wide variety of titles, starting from AAA Games to Indi ones.

Starfield is scheduled to be released on Xbox Series X/ S and PC platforms on September 6, 2023. The game is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated console and PC releases of 2023. With so many fans waiting for the game, fans are certainly wondering if Starfield is also going to be available in Game Pass. Here is everything that you need to know about Starfield’s release in Game Pass.

Will Starfield Release on Game Pass

Back in 2020, Microsoft brought Bethesda’s mother company ZeniMax Media, which made Bethesda Studio also a property of Microsoft. Being a game developed by a company owned by Microsoft, Starfield is also going to be released in Game Pass from day one. This means Game Pass subscribers for Xbox and PC and download the game from the first day of the release.

Players with a subscription can also pre-install Starfield on their devices ahead of the launch. Moreover, by making use of the Xbox Play Anywhere feature of Game Pass, players can transfer their in-game data from their Xbox consoles to their PC, meaning they won’t need to buy separately for the two platforms.

Starfield is going to be released on Game Pass on September 6, 2023. The PC Subscription to Game Pass will cost the players $10 monthly, whereas an Xbox subscription will cost them $11 monthly. The pre-install of Starfield on Xbox and PC started on August 17, 2023.

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Starfield is Bethesda’s newest and biggest game release of all time. Since the announcement of the game back in 2018, the game has certainly been one of the most anticipated games of all time. Starfield carries over the Skyrim and Fallout 4 legacy of Bethesda Studio and also added a lot of new features. Throughout the game, the players will get a very expansive RPG experience, which includes a lot of unique content.

Like every other RPG, Starfield also comes with difficulty levels. The difficulty levels certainly help the players’ progression through the game based on their skill level. While completing the game on Easy mode is actually very easy, doing it on Hard more is as hard. In this guide, we will show you all the difficulty levels of Starfield, along with how to change the difficulty settings of the game.

Starfield: Difficulty Levels

Here are all the levels of difficulty in Starfield, along with their damage input and output.

Finishing the game in Very Easy mode will take the least amount of time as you will deal the most amount of damage on the enemies while receiving the least amount of damage from them. At the same time, the Hardcore mode will give the players the toughest time to finish the game due to the low damage output and significantly high damage input.

How to Change Difficulty

In order to change the difficulty settings of Starfield, follow the given steps:

1. Open the Menu screen of the game.
2. Press on System Settings.
3. Go to the Difficulty tab.
4. Adjust the difficulty slider to set the difficulty level.

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Starfield is the latest RPG from renowned developer Bethesda Studio. The game is said to be the biggest Bethesda project to date, which includes an extraordinary RPG experience for the players. Like other Bethesda hit titles, Starfield is also a very resource-heavy game due to the broadness of the game. Players need to have a well-developed PC to play the game smoothly without any issues.

Despite being a resource-heavy game, players with a comparatively lower spec can still run the game. However, they would certainly face a lot of lag and buffering, which can ruin the entire gameplay experience. Just like other new-generation games, Starfield is built for higher PC specs in general. In this guide, we will show you the minimum and required PC requirements to run Starfield.

Starfield Minimum PC Specs

The minimum PC requirements for Starfield are a bit higher when compared to other games of this generation. Notably, the requirement to have 125 GB available space shows how big the game file of Starfield is. It also proves the presence of vast content and resources in the game.

Starfield Recommended PC Specs

The recommended PC specs to run Starfield surely fall under the high-end PC category. With the Graphics Card recommendation of AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT and the recommended Processor being Intel i5, it is evident that, in order to run the game smoothly, you would definitely need a very high-end PC.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 is the third and latest edition of the famous RPG series. The game includes unique and interesting RPG features, making it very popular among players. Players will come across numerous puzzles to solve throughout their journey in the game. Some puzzles might be solved very easily; however, some might require players to brainstorm a bit.

While exploring Blighted Village, the players will come across a cellar with a Wooden Hatch. Inside the cellar, there is a small puzzle for the players to solve in order to continue. However, compared to other puzzles in the game, this puzzle is very easy to complete. In this guide, we will give you a walkthrough to solve the Wooden Hatch puzzle in Blighted Village of Baldur’s Gate 3.

How to Solve the Wooden Hatch Puzzle in BG3

Players will be required to investigate an underground cellar while completing their quests in the Blighted Village. The cellar is situated under the Apothecary shop. After reaching the apothecary shop, you will find a wooden hatch in front of a table. Now, jump into the wooden hatch to reach the underground cellar.

After reaching the cellar, you will find a broken room with a reading table inside it. Get past the room, and you will come across a large bookshelf. Although it may initially seem normal, the bookshelf hides a hidden passage behind it to continue through the mission.

You cannot break the bookshelf using your attacks. The only way to find your way to the other side of the bookshelf is to finish the puzzle. On the left side of the bookshelf, you will find three wooden crates stacked up on each other, and your way to reach the bookshelf lies behind these crates.

Now, choose the wooden crate at the top and press on the Throw Item option. Select a location to throw the wooden crate to get it out of your way. After the wooden crate is moved, you can find a lever behind it. Afterward, interact with the lever to successfully move the bookshelf and make your way through the cellar. Moreover, you can also use your attacks to break the wooden crates and interact with the lever.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 offers the players a lot of quests where they will need to make the most use of their brains to proceed through the quests. In many stages, players will be required to solve numerous puzzles as they progress. Some puzzles might seem a bit tricky to players. However, you can solve them all if you know the correct technique.

There are several puzzles spread across the Emerald Grove area, which you will encounter while exploring this area. To enter the underground stairs in Emerald Grove, players are required to solve a puzzle called the Rune Puzzle. Solving this puzzle is not a very tricky task to do, however, you will be required to interact with a few NPCs to solve the puzzle. In this guide, we will show you how to solve the Emerald Grove Rune Puzzle in Baldur’s Gate 3.

How to Solve the Emerald Grove Rune Puzzle in BG3

In order to solve the puzzle, make your way to Emerald Grove, which is located in the middle of Druid Grove. After reaching the Emerald Grove, you will find a wooden statue with four slabs on four sides. All four slabs require a kind of rune to be combined into them. Although each of the slabs has a rune placed in it, there is an empty slab that needs to be combined by collecting the Rune of the Wolf.

Just beside the statue, you will meet an NPC called Nettie. Interact with Nettie and let her know about the mindflare parasite. Nettie will then take you to the Enclaved Library. Follow Nettie to enter the Enclave Library. Inside the library, you will find Rath, who is the ruler of this location.

You can find the Rune of the Wolf in Rath. Now, there are three ways to get the Rune of the Wolf from Rath: either you can pickpocket him, you can kill him, or you can do some extra questing to save Halsin and bring him to Rath to take the Rune of the Wolf.

However, pickpocketing Rath is the easiest way. As killing him would turn everyone around the location hostile towards you. Make sure to save the game and choose a character who is good at sneaking. Pickpocket Rath and immediately get out of the Enclaved Library and come near the statue.

Now, put the Rune of the Wolf in the slab with the Empty Socket and combine it. Sequentially, combine the other slabs in the following order: Rune of the Wolf, Rune of the Eagle, Rune of the Bear, and Rune of the Elk. This will make the statue move and open a stair to the underground.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 is the latest open-world action RPG released by developer Larian Studios. The game incorporates the classic tales from Dungeons and Dragons while adding some of its own essence. Over the three acts of Baldur’s Gate 3, players will be required to solve numerous quests in order to finish the game. These quests include stealing items, investigating murders, or even rescuing lost people.

During the quest “Save Vanra,” players will be assigned a task to rescue a lost kid named Vanra from an evil hag. Although this quest does not have a lot of combat involved, it certainly does require a lot of skill checks and exploration. Saving Vanra is a long quest to finish. However, with the proper guide, you can finish the quest in a very short time and without any extra hassle.

How to Save Vanra in BG3

To start the Save Vanra quest, make your way to the Basilisk Gate Barracks at these coordinates (X:52, Y:15). After entering the room, you will find an NPC called Lora complaining to Blaze Liara Portyr about her daughter, Vanra, going missing. She also reports that her daughter went missing from the Blushing Mermaid by the docks. After interacting with Lora, the “Save Vanra” quest in Baldur’s Gate 3 will automatically start.

Investigate The Blushing Mermaid

Afterward, head for The Blushing Mermaid in the Lower City and head to the second floor of the building. After reaching the second floor, enter the room on your right, and you will find a character called Captain Grisly. Go towards her and interact. During your conversation, Captain Grisly will reveal that Lora has already created chaos here, for which she wants to shut Lora up.

At this point, Grisly will offer you a lot of gold to kill Lora. However, you must reject this offer. Doing so, Grisly will show her actual face and (SPOILER ALERT!) reveal that she is actually Auntie Ethel, a character you killed back in Act 1 during the Save Mayrina quest. Ethel further explains that she had abducted Vanra because you spoiled her plan by rescuing Mayrina the last time. After the end of this conversation, Auntie Ethel disappears, starting a series of fights with her crew around the bar. Finish every enemy inside and get out of the building.

Help the Hag Survivors

Head towards the east till you reach Old Garlow’s Place. Inside this location, you will find Adrielle, Jatlo, and Kled. After passing the Persuasion check, the characters will reveal that they are also fighting against the evil hag Auntie Ethel.

Adrielle continues to share that they are all the survivors of the hag’s attack. Surprisingly, she reveals that they are working to help all the victims of the hag under the leadership of a woman, Mayrina. After you recognize Mayrina, Adrielle will continue to share that the hag has hexed Mayrina and is in a bad state in a room on the second floor of Old Garlow’s Place.

After reaching the second floor, you will discover that Mayrina has been turned into a sheep. Reach the table in the left corner of the room, and you will find a note written by Mayrina. At the end of the note, she mentions some doll that has been bothering her. If you look closely, you will see three dolls in the room. Destroying all the dolls will turn Mayrina into a normal person again.

After curing Mayrina, one of the hag’s survivors, Jatlo reveals himself as a devotee of Auntie Ethel. Finish him off, and he will drop you a key to Ethel’s Lair. Now head downstairs again to meet the cured Mayrina.

After talking to Mayrina, she will send you to the safe in the corner of the room. You will find three valuable items in the safe: a tear-stained Journal, Ashes of Dried Fey flowers, and A Hunter’s Guide to Hags. After obtaining these items, you will learn how to craft the Hag’s Bane, a potion to make a hag vomit their prey. Now, press “H“ to open the Alchemy menu, and press on Grenades. Then, click on Hag’s Bane and craft the item. The materials needed for this craft can be collected from the safe.

Auntie Ethel Boss Fight

After crafting the Hag’s Bane, go back to The Blushing Mermaid. After entering the bar, immediately enter the door on your right beside Bosun Gannet. Keep continuing through the path, and you will reach a dungeon. Throughout your journey inside the dungeon, you will get attacked by several waves of enemies.

Now keep heading inside the cellar till you reach Auntie Ethel’s room. Outside the room, you can find a tripwire set for you. Make sure to disarm the trap before you proceed to enter the room. Use the key you obtained before to unlock the wooden door. Entering the room will start the final fight against Auntie Ethel.

After the fight starts, your first objective is to rescue Vanra. Because if you kill Ethel, Vanra will die with her as well. Go near Ethel and throw the Hag’s Bane to make her vomit Vanra. After this, Auntie Ethel will make two more copies of her to deceive you. However, by this time, you must know that Auntie Ethel keeps herself alive through the presence of the Blue Mushrooms around her. So take your time, and destroy all the Blue Mushrooms to kill Auntie Ethel successfully.

After killing the hag, head back to the Lower City and towards Lora’s home. You will find that Vanra has already reached her mother. After finishing your conversation with Lora, she will show her gratitude by giving you the Duelist’s Prerogative and the Amulet of Windrider as rewards.

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