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• Cloisterwood Exploration Tips

In Divinity: Original Sin 2, the Blackroot herb stands out as a crucial component within Rivellon. It's essential for the Miester's Ritual in Act Four, under the guidance of Miester Siva. To access the Hall of Echoes and gain the Night Vision skill, you'll need to craft a special Ritual Bowl. This involves combining a ritual bowl, a bloody obsidian lancet, and the elusive Blackroot.

The initial ritual can be performed using ingredients found in Siva's basement. However, subsequent rituals require you to source these items yourself after earning each Source point. While the ritual bowl and obsidian lancet are relatively easy to come by—often already in your inventory—locating Blackroot can be quite the challenge. If your search for Blackroot has been fruitless, this guide is here to assist.

Venture Into Cloisterwood

Cloisterwood, a dense forest in the northwestern part of Reaper's Coast, is a short journey north from Driftwood. Once immersed in the forest, use the left ALT key to highlight all interactable items.

You'll soon discover various herbs, including Blackroots, near the bases of trees. Though only one Blackroot is needed for the ritual, it's wise to collect several as a precaution. This guide refrains from detailing the frequency of the ritual to avoid spoilers, but remember, you can perform it each time you gain a Source point.

Cloisterwood Exploration Tips

Cloisterwood is rich with secrets, including encounters with NPCs like Hannag and Jahan, who can each help you earn a Source point. Jahan also plays a role in advancing Lohse's storyline. Within some ruins, you'll find Eithne, an undead trader, who can offer a side quest related to the "Divine Order."

Further north, at the pier, the Dead Ferryman NPC awaits to transport you to Bloodmoon Island. These are just a few of the notable characters you might meet in Cloisterwood. The forest also holds other mysteries, such as the Wrecker's Cave and the potential to acquire a unique loremaster amulet by conversing with a ship captain's spirit. If you're exploring Cloisterwood for the first time, take your time to thoroughly investigate the area. It's advisable to avoid confronting the crucified witch, Alice Alisceon, until you reach at least level 15.