Entering the Prison

Of the two ways of entering the prison, the quickest (though not necessarily the easiest) can be found by entering the sewers.

The Sewers

The sewer entrance is just to the south of the prison. Inside, you'll face a gang leader (2nd-level fighter/5th-level rogue), who will be pretty tough if this is the first area you've visited. Even if you plan on entering through the Tanglebrook Estate, you may want to visit the sewers to get the experience points. Kill the gang leader and search his body for the prison key. Now you can just stroll into the prison through the front doors.

The Tanglebrook Estate

A-To Peninsula B-Bedroom C-Library D-To Tanglebrook Tunnels

If you talked to Master Johns, you'll know that the key to this estate is under the welcome mat. And if you didn't talk to Master Johns, you know it now. Pick up the mat and get the key.

In the foyer, you can find some loot in the nearby containers. You'll want to open the door to the bedroom--inside you'll find Lady Tanglebrook's journal, which describes a noise she heard coming from the tunnels beneath her house. These tunnels connect directly to the prison, which is convenient, to say the least. It'll be a while until you discover the source of the noise, but here's a clue: It wasn't rats.

In the hallway at the east end of the house, you'll encounter two stinkbugs. These will emit Stinking Cloud, which can temporarily stun you and your henchman. Try to deal with them from a distance, if possible.

Disarm the trap on the library door. Inside you'll find a chest containing the celestial elixir needed for Sharwyn's henchman quest.

Next, it's time to explore the tunnel. You'll find an enormous chessboard, and you'll want to enter detect mode to cross it because it's covered with traps. Examine the body of Lady Tanglebrook and pick up the +1 two-bladed sword at her side. Check the chests for loot, then continue to the door to the prison.

Prison: Main Floor

A-Main Entrance B-Entrance from Tanglebrook Tunnels C-Prison Office D-South Wing Lever E-North Wing Lever F-Former Guard G-Gang Leader H-Stairs to Containment Level

Whichever way you enter the prison, you'll want to enter the prison office first and read the prison logbook, which contains some information about the rebellion and Captain Alaefin's role. You'll also want to flip the switches for the north and south wings, which will open the cells and allow you to loot the contents.

In the north wing, you'll find a former guard. He'll give you some more information and then flee for the main doors.

The large wing to the west is crawling with convicts, so try to take them out slowly from the adjacent hallways. There's a gang leader (2nd-level rogue/5th-level fighter) blocking the stairs down to the next level, and you don't want to face him and a dozen prisoners at the same time. Once the coast is clear, go downstairs.