Navigating the perilous Shadow-Cursed Lands in Act 2 of Baldur's Gate 3 presents players with numerous dangerous side quests, including the search for Rolan. If you persuaded the tiefling wizard and his siblings to stay with the refugees in Act 1, he reappears at the Last Light Inn heavily distressed over the capture of Cal and Lia. Finding him before he perishes to the darkness requires quick action and precise positioning.
Finding Rolan at the Last Light Inn
Upon arriving in the Shadow-Cursed Lands, your first encounter with Rolan occurs inside the Last Light Inn. He can be found drinking near the bar, frustrated that his family was captured during the cultist attack. Speaking with him reveals his plan to venture out into the deadly curse alone to rescue his siblings from Moonrise Towers.
Once you leave the inn or visit your camp, Rolan will leave his post to begin his dangerous rescue attempt. A projection or message left behind will indicate that he has headed south toward Moonrise Towers. It is critical to follow his trail promptly to avoid arriving too late.
Exact Location of Rolan in the Shadow-Cursed Lands
Rolan can be located in the southern portion of the battlefield map, positioned near the broken bridge northeast of the Reithwin Tollhouse and east of Moonrise Towers. He is ambushed by two aggressive Shadows as soon as your party draws near his location. Approaching the area automatically triggers turn-based combat, so you must act quickly to draw attention away from him.
Because Rolan has a small health pool, the enemies can defeat him in just a few turns if left unchecked. Players should send high-initiative party members forward to engage the Shadows immediately and cast protective or healing spells on Rolan. Clearing the monsters rapidly ensures his survival and allows him to safely return to the refuge.
Completing the Rescue Quest and What Follows
After defeating the Shadows, talk to Rolan to trigger a dialogue where he realizes the folly of his solo mission. Though upset with his own weakness, he will take your advice and head back to the Last Light Inn. Returning to the inn allows you to verify his safe arrival and talk with his family once they are freed from Moonrise Towers.
Rescuing Rolan in Act 2 ensures he remains a key ally moving into the final chapter of the game in Baldur's Gate. Keeping him alive not only yields experience points and gold but also unlocks unique story moments during Act 3. Failing to intervene in time results in his permanent death or transformation into a shadow-cursed creature.
