Dark amethyst Baldur's Gate 3 - a unique gem that can open "Necromancy of Thay". After reading the magic book, you can learn the useful spell “Conversation with the Dead” and unlock the ability to conduct dialogues with the dead. From the dead you will be able to learn a lot of important information that will save time or lead to new plot forks.
The main problem is that the desired gem is hidden deep underground and is guarded by a dangerous enemy - the phase spider matriarch. This guide will tell you how to find the Dark Amethyst in BG3, as well as deal with the formidable enemy and his minions.
Where to find Dark Amethyst in Baldur's Gate 3
Dark Amethyst is found in the Whispering Abyss. To get there, teleport to the Extinct Village and go down into the well located near the teleport.
How to get Dark Amethyst
To find the Dark Amethyst, head to the far end of the dungeon (X:-557, Y:-357). On the way to the desired point, you will meet several phase spiders. You can try to kill them with long-range spells, or set fire to the web they are sitting on - then the enemies will receive serious damage and will not be able to move for a couple of turns.
The gem is guarded by the phase spider patriarch - a very powerful enemy. If you don't want to engage in battle, you can carefully walk around the enemy and quietly pick up the amethyst. The main thing is not to touch the web, otherwise the battle will immediately begin. The required item is on the lower level - use an invisibility potion to by all the spiders and retreat safely. However, if you want to get valuable loot, it is recommended not to avoid combat.
How to Defeat the Matriarch Phase Spider in Baldur's Gate 3
Before you engage in battle with the matriarch spider, you must destroy the remaining spiders that are nearby. This will make the boss fight much easier.
The phase spider has a different health indicator, depending on the selected difficulty level:
- Traveler - 87 HP;
- Balance – 125 HP;
- Tactics - 162 HP.
At the same time, the enemy has the following features:
- Poison resistance;
- Extraordinary attack;
- Night vision;
- Walking on the web.
When a phase spider matriarch's health decreases, it enters a state the wrath of the spider queen. At this moment, the enemy's attack power increases by 2, armor class is reduced by 1, and for each move an additional action is added. The state of anger will not disappear until the spider dies.
Destroy small spiders
During the battle, the matriarch spider can summon small spiders - they are able to surround the characters and inflict good damage on them, so there is no need to ignore opponents. Spells such as thunder wave (available Wizard, Mystical Trickster and Eldritch Knight) or Burning Hands (Available to Wizard, Beast, Mystic Trickster and Eldritch Knight). However, it is better to take care of your opponents in advance and destroy all egg clutches in the location before the battle.
Destroy the web
The phase spider matriarch will take the most damage if it falls from the web bridge. When the enemy is on it, use igniting spells or items: they will do Burning Hands or fire arrows. The fall will incapacitate the enemy for a couple of turns, then the matriarch will jump onto another bridge from the web, from where he can also be thrown off.
In the center of the room there is an abyss covered in cobwebs. If you throw a spider there, it will kill it instantly, but you can forget about the reward. If you need loot from the enemy, avoid this pit.
Avoid the Spider Web Bridge
When ing through stealth, you will have to avoid not only the spiders themselves, but also the web - if one of the characters touches it, he will inevitably get stuck in it, while the phase spider matriarch will immediately go to the hero and the battle will begin. It is better to go around the bridges at the top and go down to the amethyst along knotty roots.
Come downstairs
Once at the bottom, don't go directly to the web, near which the enemy is sitting, otherwise a battle will begin. Better go around on the right sideuntil the phase spider blocks the path to the amethyst - wait until the enemy moves away a little and head towards the rock. To make sure you don't get caught, you can use an invisibility potion - its duration will be enough to by all opponents.
Attack from the cliff
If you decide to engage in battle, then climb up the nearest rock, then the character will be directly behind the matriarch spider. Take advantage and attack the enemy from behind. For a powerful combo that will take out the enemy's maximum health, set fire to the web and attack the fallen spider. The strongest character can be left below, under the web, and deliver a series of crushing blows while the enemy misses his turns.
Awards
Dropped by Matriarch Phase Spider Poisoner's Robe - an unusual item that has the ive skill Traces of Poison - each time the owner casts a spell that deals poison damage, it deals an additional 1-4 units. poison damage.
Now that the zone is safe, you can freely pick up the Dark Amethyst.
What is Dark Amethyst used for?
Dark Amethyst is needed to open "Necromancy of Thay". Follow the link to find a detailed guide that will help you complete the tasks faster.
We hope the guide helped you defeat the phase spider matriarch and get Dark Amethyst in Baldurs Gate 3. Write to comments, if something remains unclear. In the corresponding section of our website you can also familiarize yourself with other Baldur's Gate 3 guides.
