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• Cloisterwood Exploration Tips

In the expansive world of Divinity: Original Sin 2, the Blackroot stands out as one of the most crucial herbs you'll encounter in Rivellon. This vital ingredient is essential for the Miester's Ritual, which you'll need to perform during the fourth act of the game under the guidance of Miester Siva. To successfully complete the ritual, you must craft a special Ritual Bowl using a ritual bowl, a bloody obsidian lancet, and the elusive Blackroot. This concoction grants you access to the Hall of Echoes and bestows upon you the invaluable Night Vision skill.

The first ritual is relatively straightforward, with all required ingredients readily available in Siva's basement. However, subsequent rituals require you to gather these components independently. While finding a ritual bowl and an obsidian lancet is usually manageable and you might already possess them, locating Blackroot can be a daunting task. If your search for Blackroot has been fruitless, this guide aims to steer you in the right direction.

Venture Into Cloisterwood

Cloisterwood, a dense forest situated in the northwestern part of Reaper's Coast, is a short trek north from Driftwood. Once you delve into the forest, press and hold the left ALT key to reveal all nearby pickups. Keep an eye out for herbs scattered at the base of trees, including the coveted Blackroots. Although one Blackroot is sufficient for the ritual, it's wise to gather a few extras as a precaution. While this guide refrains from revealing how many times you'll need to perform the ritual to avoid spoilers, remember that you can undertake it each time you earn a Source point.

Cloisterwood Exploration Tips

Cloisterwood is a treasure trove of hidden secrets, featuring two NPCs who can assist in earning Source points, an undead trader, and a formidable witch ready for battle.

The NPCs Hannag and Jahan are your keys to acquiring Source points, with Jahan also playing a significant role in advancing Lohse's storyline. Amidst some ruins, you'll encounter Eithne, the undead trader. By choosing the "Divine Order" option in your conversation with her, you can embark on a side quest.

Heading north within Cloisterwood leads you to a pier where the Dead Ferryman NPC awaits, offering passage to Bloodmoon Island. These are just a few of the notable characters you can encounter in Cloisterwood. The forest is brimming with additional secrets, such as the Wrecker's Cave and the opportunity to acquire a unique loremaster amulet by conversing with a ship captain's spirit. For those exploring Cloisterwood for the first time, a thorough exploration is recommended. However, it's wise to steer clear of the crucified witch Alice Alisceon until you reach at least level 15.