In the grim shadows of Fort Joy Ghetto, hope can be as rare and precious as a single flame in a vast, dark cavern. For Sahelia, a determined elf, that hope is pinned on the player's willingness to undertake a delicate and dangerous task: securing the freedom of her companion, Amyro. This quest, known as "The Imprisoned Elf," is a pivotal early-game endeavor in Divinity: Original Sin 2, weaving a tale of negotiation, subtle theft, and liberation that tests a player's diplomatic and exploratory skills more than their martial prowess. It begins not with a clash of steel, but with a whispered plea for help in a hidden underground refuge.
The journey starts in the cavern beneath Fort Joy Ghetto, a sanctuary of sorts for the downtrodden. Here, by the flickering light of a bonfire, players will find Sahelia. Engaging her in conversation and inquiring about escape routes will naturally lead her to reveal the plight of Amyro, who is being held captive by the local authority figure, Camp Boss Griff. Adding this quest to the journal sets the stage for a tense negotiation.
Negotiating with the Boss
The next step requires a direct approach to power. Players must seek out Camp Boss Griff, who holds court in the Camp Kitchen near the area's center. Confronting him about Amyro's captivity reveals a pragmatic, if unscrupulous, character. He is not interested in altruism; his currency is trade. He proposes a deal: Amyro's freedom in exchange for the return of his stolen supplies—a cache of precious oranges. This turn of events transforms a simple rescue into a retrieval mission, where the key to a cell is not a physical key, but a piece of fruit. Accepting this bargain is like agreeing to untangle a knot by first finding the single, elusive thread that started it all.
The Hunt for the Stolen Goods
Following Griff's directions leads to an alcove just west of the cavern entrance. The promised crate is there, but it stands empty, a silent testament to a theft within a theft. The solution, however, is sleeping nearby. A lizard named Stingtail slumbers by a fire, the missing oranges likely cradled close. Players have two primary paths here, each reflecting the game's deep role-playing freedom:
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The Silver-Tongued Approach: Engage Stingtail in conversation. A successful persuasion check using the Finesse option can smooth-talk the oranges right out of his claws. This method leaves no blood spilled and is the most elegant solution.
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The Light-Fingered Alternative: For those with a knack for stealth, the oranges can be pilfered directly from Stingtail's inventory. This requires careful positioning and a high enough Sneaking skill to avoid detection.
There is a raw, almost primal simplicity to this middle segment; tracking down these oranges feels less like following a quest marker and more like observing the trail of a clever, food-hoarding rodent through a complex warren.
Sealing the Deal and Claiming the Reward
With the citrus bounty secured, the return to Griff is a formality. Handing over the oranges fulfills the bargain. True to his word (a rarity in Fort Joy), Griff releases Amyro. The freed elf's gratitude is immediate and practical—he offers to show the player a secret escape route from the prison colony, a reward potentially more valuable than any trinket.
The quest's conclusion is a quiet moment of resolution back in the cavern. Returning to Sahelia with the good news allows Amyro to reunite with his friend. This conversation formally completes "The Imprisoned Elf" quest and presents the player with a choice of rewards. Sahelia, acting as a grateful quest-giver, typically offers a selection of items or gold as thanks for her companion's safe return.
Quest Rewards & Strategic Impact
Completing this quest yields tangible benefits that aid the early-game struggle:
| Reward Type | Typical Examples | Benefit |
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| Consumables | Potions, Scrolls, Grenades | Provides immediate combat or utility advantages. |
| Equipment | A piece of armor or a weapon | Offers a straightforward power boost. |
| Gold | A modest sum of coins | Allows for purchasing better gear from vendors. |
| Information | The secret escape route from Amyro | Unlocks new exploration opportunities and progression. |
Beyond the loot, the quest's true value lies in its demonstration of Divinity: Original Sin 2's core philosophy. It shows that problems can be solved with words as effectively as with swords, that every character has an agenda, and that even the most straightforward task can branch into multiple solutions. Freeing Amyro is a small act of defiance in Fort Joy, but it resonates like the first, clear chime of a bell in a fog-shrouded harbor, signaling that change—and escape—is possible. It reinforces the player's role not just as a fighter, but as a negotiator and a problem-solver in a richly reactive world.