The Nameless Isle in Divinity: Original Sin 2 holds numerous secrets, and one of the most intriguing involves the dilapidated autel and the enigmatic Black Circle. This guide delves into the quest surrounding the Black Circle leader, the Pale Man, and the steps required to navigate this challenging encounter.
Before embarking on your journey to the Nameless Isle, speak with Almira in Driftwood if you assisted her previously. She will shed light on the leader of the Black Circle, the Pale Man, and the possibility of negotiating with him in his cave.
Your first destination is the altar of Rhalic, located at coordinates x:200, y:824. Here, you’ll witness a fierce battle between Magisters and Black Circle members. Assist the Magisters when Scawl attacks; this choice won’t affect your standing with the rest of the Circle. After the battle, loot Scawl’s body to obtain the Black Circle Dark Mirror. Use this mirror with the character possessing the highest Strength attribute and choose the option to firmly grip it.
Black Circle Encounter in Divinity Original Sin 2
The Pale Man will appear, demanding Alexandar’s head in exchange for the power you seek. Continue your journey and encounter Shriekers at x:282, y:881. Eliminate them using a Purge Wand found on a nearby Black Circle member (x:245, y:879).
As you progress, a paladin from the Tir-Cendelius temple will confront you. Declare yourself as a Godwoken and refuse to leave. The paladin will eventually relent, revealing that Alexandar and his forces have sought refuge within the temple.
Locate Alexandar, the son of Lucian, and decide his fate. Upon defeating him, retrieve his head for the Pale Man and acquire the Sight Beyond Sight Helm, granting you the Dispel Illusions skill crucial for finding your target.
Proceed to the cave at x:276, y:807. Convince Krug the Troll to grant you passage or defeat him (a challenging feat due to his immense regeneration – consider teleporting him into the lava below or using Source skills to manipulate the environment).
Inside the cave, behind the autel délabré, utilize Dispel Illusions on the back wall to reveal a hidden passage. Proceed until you encounter the Pale Man. Alternatively, placing Alexandar’s head on the altar will achieve the same effect.
Present Alexandar’s head to the Pale Man. He will offer to exchange one of your Source tags (you cannot choose which one is relinquished) and then request your allegiance to the God King for entry into the Council of Seven. Refusing his offer will lead to a confrontation. Defeating the Pale Man is inevitable to progress in your quest.
The autel délabré in Divinity 2 serves as a pivotal point in this questline, leading to significant choices and challenging encounters that will shape your journey on the Nameless Isle.
