Arriving in Rivington during Act 3 of Baldur's Gate 3 immediately pulls players into a dark mystery centered at the Open Hand Temple. Investigating the tragic death of Father Lorgan requires looking past hasty accusations to uncover a much deeper conspiracy. This complete guide walks you through every essential step to gather evidence and solve the case effectively.
Starting the Investigation at Open Hand Temple
Begin by speaking with the inhabitants of the Open Hand Temple in Rivington to understand the initial setup of the crime. Investigator Valeria quickly blames the novice Brilgor, but further inquiries suggest a much more complex plot. You can gain critical insights by speaking with Sister Rose and Brother Donnick around the premises.
To obtain direct details from the victims, consider using supernatural assistance. Casting Speak with Dead on Father Lorgan's body or digging up Brilgor's grave behind the temple reveals valuable clues about the killer. The deceased describe a dwarf in red attire, confirming that the initial accusations were entirely mistaken.
Exploring the Hidden Crypt and Caverns
Head to the temple kitchen and locate the floor hatch that leads down into the subterranean crypt. Inspect the main room carefully to spot hidden buttons concealed behind heraldic wall crests on either side. Pressing these buttons unlocks a secret passage that reveals a hidden cavern area.
Inside the cavern, prepare for battle against a group of hostile shapeshifters waiting near several corpses. Defeating these enemies lets you search their bodies to acquire a unique Flower Key marked with a number. Additionally, search the nearby hole along the cave wall to recover Stillmaker, the actual murder weapon.
Tracking Clues to Fraygo's Flophouse
With the Flower Key in your possession, head north through the Rivington checkpoint toward Wyrm's Crossing. Locate Fraygo's Flophouse on the left side of the street and head up to the top floor. Use the key to interact with the hidden wardrobe mechanism, revealing a secret room beyond the wall.
Inside this hidden space, thoroughly search the desk to discover a crucial Bloodstained Parchment. This document outlines an extensive list of assassination targets across Baldur's Gate, proving the murders are linked to a sinister cult plot. You can also search under the bed to uncover another hidden victim linked to local rumors.
Reporting Findings to Inspector Valeria
Once all the evidence is collected, exit the flophouse and cross the street to Sharess' Caress. Head to the upper floor to locate Inspector Valeria enjoying a drink. Presenting the assassination list and the murder weapon clears Brilgor's name and convinces Valeria of the wider threat.
Valeria will reward your thorough investigative work with a Lower City Pass, granting access to the next district. She directs you to alert Flaming Fist authorities in the city to protect remaining targets on the list. Completing this exchange officially resolves the temple murder case and advances the overarching storyline.
