How to get the Keepsake Ring in Baldur’s Gate 3? Explained

The Keepsake Ring is a rare item found in Act 3, Lower City in Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3), granting the user the spell Dominate Beast.

Consequences of Saving Mizora in BG3
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Baldur’s Gate 3 is a highly acclaimed CRPG from the renowned developer Larian Studios. Released in the summer of 2023 on all major platforms, it features an engaging storyline, memorable companions, and tactical turn-based combat. Additionally, there are many pieces of unique armour, weapons, accessories, and other items to find as you explore the world of Faerun. Some of these items require conquering difficult boss fights, solving intricate puzzles, or looting treasure chests.

In this guide, we’ll explore the Keepsake Ring, how to acquire it, and tips for using it effectively in Baldur’s Gate 3.

What is the Keepsake Ring in BG3?

The Keepsake Ring is found in Act 3 of Baldur’s Gate 3, which grants the use of the Dominate Beast spell once per long rest. This level 5 enchantment spell is useful for making a beast fight alongside you. This can include bears, eagles, and animals. While Dominate Beast requires concentration, it can be a powerful spell in certain fights where “beast” type of enemies are your opponents.

  • Cost: Action
  • Saving Throw: Wisdom
  • Range: 18 meters
  • Concentration: Yes
  • Description: Make a Beast fight alongside you. Every time the Beast takes damage, it makes a Wisdom Saving throw against your domination.

Keepsake Ring Abilities and Effects

Below are all the features, abilities, and effects of Keepsake Ring in Baldur’s Gate 3:

  • Armor: Ring
  • Proficiency Requirement: None
  • Weight: 0.05 kg / 0.1 lb
  • Value: 190 gp
  • Rarity: Rare
  • Location: Found in the basement of the Elfsong Tavern located in the Lower City of Baldur’s Gate at coordinates X: -859 Y: 531
  • Bonuses:
    • Dominate Beast: Grants level 5 spell once per long rest.

How to get the Keepsake Ring in BG3?

Baldur's Gate 3 Elfsong Tavern location map Chef Roveer Knights of the Shield Hideout

To get the Keepsake Ring in Baldur’s Gate 3, move to the Elfsong Tavern and enter the Knights of the Shield Hideout basement. Move north to the kitchen and use the hatch for the basement secret passage where the Emperor’s quest line is located. Once you enter the basement, you will trigger a fight with many rats. Once the rats are destroyed, you can loot the ring at coordinates X: -859 Y: 531

How to use Keepsake Ring in BG3?

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The best way to use the Keepsake Ring is to equip it when you face animal (beast) type enemies in Act 3. The Dominate Beast spell makes the enemies not only disregard attacking you but attack other enemies. This can create chaos for the enemies and help with hard fights.

An example of this in Act 3 ,wolf type of enemies in Szarr Palace, Astarion questline. The enemy’s name is Whitemist; try equipping the ring and casting a dominant beast during this fight.

FAQs about Keepsake Ring in BG3

Where can I find Keepsake Ring in Baldur’s Gate 3?

Found in the basement of the Elfsong Tavern located in the Lower City of Baldur’s Gate at coordinates X: -859 Y: 531.


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