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While exploring the Shadow-Cursed Lands of Act 2 withinBaldur’s Gate 3,players will stumble upon an enemy known as the Shadow-Cursed Shambling Mound. This enemy, like many in the area, hides itself as a plant.
Upon finding it, players will need to pass a Perception Check of 30 to not be ambushed. Otherwise, the enemy will take the player and their group by surprise, putting them at a disadvantage. Here’s how to find and defeat the creature.
Where Is The Shadow-Cursed Shambling Mound In BG3?
The Shadow-Cursed Shambling Mound can be found near theShadowed Battlefield Waypoint, just south oftheLast Light Inn(the main area of Act II). As mentioned above, upon finding the creature, players will need to pass aPerception Checkif they don’t want to be surprised by the entity. It will summon a mob of enemies to fight alongside it, making the failed Perception Check even deadlier than players may originally think.
How To Defeat The Shadow-Cursed Shambling Mound In BG3
Preparing for the battle is just as important as the battle itself. While it can be simple, if players fail the Perception Check, they will automatically lose a whole turn where the creature gets to go, closing in on them. Additionally, the mobs that are summoned are what can truly make or break a player during this fight. There are a few ways that players can go about winning this battle. Here’s a breakdown of those methods:
Tips For The Battle Itself
The battle is another difficult part of this. Here’s how to deal with it:
