BG3 Find the Mushroom Picker Quest Guide
Exploring the Underdark in Baldur's Gate 3 presents players with numerous environmental puzzles and high-stakes rescue missions. One of the most memorable side activities in Act One is helping Derryth Bonecloak locate her lost husband, Baelen. Navigating this quest requires tactical thinking to avoid triggering explosive hazard fields while securing valuable rare materials.
Starting the Quest in Ebonlake Grotto
To begin the mission, travel to the Myconid Colony located in Ebonlake Grotto within the Underdark. Speak with Derryth Bonecloak, a dwarven merchant who reveals that her husband has gone missing while searching for herbs. Accepting her request adds the search marker to your journal map.
Head southwest from the colony and follow the narrow paths toward the cavern filled with dangerous hazards. You will soon encounter a vast field filled with volatile Bibberbang mushrooms. Baelen is trapped right in the middle of this dangerous explosive patch.
How to Safely Rescue Baelen
Approaching Baelen directly will cause the Bibberbang mushrooms to release toxic fumes and detonate, which usually results in his immediate death. To save him safely, you must deliver his supply bag to him without stepping near the plants. The bag contains scrolls that allow him to teleport out of danger instantly.
Using a summon like Mage Hand is one of the most reliable methods to move his backpack closer to him. Alternatively, casting Misty Step or Jump allows an agile party member to retrieve the bag or throw a teleportation scroll directly to Baelen. You can also extinguish his lit torch with water to reduce the chance of massive fire explosions.
Securing the Rare Noblestalk Mushroom
Rescuing Baelen is only half of the objective, as the rare Noblestalk mushroom remains growing on the nearby cavern wall. If any Bibberbang explodes during the rescue, the resulting fire will permanently destroy this delicate item. It is best to secure the mushroom immediately after guiding Baelen to safety.
Send a character with Misty Step or Flight to carefully pluck the Noblestalk from the rock face. This item is highly versatile and serves multiple narrative purposes depending on who receives it. Keeping the field intact ensures you harvest this valuable resource successfully.
Quest Rewards and Impact on Your Journey
Returning to Derryth with news of Baelen completes the quest and earns you useful item rewards. Delivering the Noblestalk to her unlocks the Gloves of Uninhibited Kushigo and guarantees access to her shop later in the story. Alternatively, you can give the item to companions like Shadowheart to help restore lost memories.
Choosing how to resolve the situation gives players control over character storylines and inventory growth. Whether prioritizing merchant relations or personal character arcs, completing this Underdark rescue provides strategic benefits for the rest of your campaign.