How to open Gilded Chest in Baldur’s Gate 3

A gameplay snippet in Baldur’s Gate 3

A gameplay snippet in Baldur’s Gate 3
January 3, 2024: Open the Gilded Chest in Baldur's Gate 3 in no time.

Let's look at some instructions on how to open the Gilded Chest in Baldur's Gate 3. The Gilded Chest of Selûne can be found in Owlbear Cave, which is located in the forest northeast of the Blighted Village, close to the river.

While opening chests is a common task in Baldur's Gate 3, this one comes with a few twists. It can be quite challenging if you don't know how to nullify the magical protection around it, and you might end up taking significant damage. In this article, we will walk you through the steps on how to open the Gilded Chest in Baldur's Gate 3. We will also provide some tips and precautions to help you along the way.

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How to open Gilded Chest in Baldur’s Gate 3

To find the Gilded Chest in Baldur's Gate 3, you need to reach Owlbear Cave. Assuming you are already there, our main concern is how to open the chest safely.

The Gilded Chest in Owlbear Cave is a sacred item, and approaching it without precautions can have serious consequences. Trying to open it normally will trigger a powerful magical blast, causing significant damage.

Jump across the stream and reach the statue
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Jump across the stream and reach the statue

To unlock the chest, you need to perform a specific prayer to neutralise the magical shield. The prayer is written on the Selunite Prayer Sheet, which you can find nearby.

Spot the "Selûne's Prayer Sheet" on the ground
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Spot the "Selûne's Prayer Sheet" on the ground

To get it, jump across the stream and reach the statue. Your character will automatically make a Perception check, and if successful, you will spot the "Selûne's Prayer Sheet" on the ground. If you fail the checks, try again with a different character.

Shadowheart will be upset if you open the chest
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Shadowheart will be upset if you open the chest

Be aware that Shadowheart will be upset if you open the chest, so prepare for a conversation with her and choose the appropriate responses, as it will also involve a skill check.

After obtaining the Selûne's Prayer Sheet, return to the chest and click on it to "read" it. Your character will then make a Religion check. If successful, the chest will unlock. Once it's unlocked, you can open it and claim your loot. This includes items like Bloodstone, Idol of Selune, Selunite Rite, Silver necklace, and more.

That's all you need to know about how to open Gilded Chest in Owlbear Cave in Baldur's Gate 3. In the meantime, you can check how to pause in Baldur's Gate 3, or if you are interested in leveling up fast you can check our guide on how to level up fast in Baldur's Gate 3. For more on the game mechanics and guide, check out our Baldur's Gate 3 class tier list and multiplayer guide. We've also got a look at the Baldur's Gate 3 preload details.