Locating Renly’s tools in Path of Exile 2 can be pretty challenging. While the game generally makes it straightforward to find items—despite the randomized nature of areas—this particular task stands out as especially tricky. During Act One, the “Finding the Forge” quest requires you to track down Renly’s equipment.
The former blacksmith asks you to search for his tools as you pass through Ogham Village to face the Count in his eerie manor. Returning Renly’s tools grants access to a workbench that allows you to salvage specific gear, making the effort worthwhile. Here’s how to locate Renly’s tools in Path of Exile 2.
How to Begin Finding The Forge Quest In Path Of Exile 2
The “Finding the Forge” quest unlocks near the end of the Secrets in the Dark quest. As you embark on your journey through Ogham Village, you’ll encounter a common medieval blacksmith’s dilemma—missing tools. You’ll meet Renly in Clearfell Encampment, where he asks for your help recovering his lost equipment. This marks the start of the “Finding the Forge” quest, with your primary goal being to locate Renly’s tools.
Remember, returning Renly’s tools unlocks a workbench that allows you to salvage specific pieces of gear, making the effort well worth it.
Renly’s Tool Location in Path of Exile 2
Renly’s Tools are located in Renly’s Workshop, which can be found near one of two checkpoints in Ogham Village. Each checkpoint is either close to the boss, The Executioner, or near Renly’s Workshop. However, remember that with each playthrough, the map layout changes to provide a unique experience, and this RNG element makes pinpointing the exact location of Renly’s Tools challenging. However, Renly’s Workshop has a few clues that can help you locate it on any map. Here’s a dependable approach to help you find it:
- Begin at the entrance to the Ogham Farmlands.
- Search for a ruined, roofless hut with a corpse hanging from the rafters. This hut will be located either to the left or right of the Farmlands entrance.
- Stick to the wall on the same side as the ruined hut. For example, if the hut is on the right side of the entrance, follow the right-hand edge of the map.
- Continue along the wall until you come across a checkpoint between two huts. The entrance to the forge will be nearby.
Note: The checkpoint acts as a clue, confirming that you are on the correct path.
Enter Renly’s Workshop and defeat the group of enemies inside. Unlike other quest locations, there’s no boss to contend with here. Once the area is clear, collect the tools from the workbench and return to Renly at Clearfell Encampment whenever you’re ready. Remember that town portals are free to use, making it easy to make a quick round trip. Simply speak with Renly to complete the quest.
Completing Finding The Forge Quest in Path of Exile 2: Rewards
Once you’ve completed Finding the Forge, blacksmith Renly will install the Salvage Bench in the upper corner of the base camp. It’s accessible anytime and lets you destroy items to obtain specific materials. Since this process is irreversible, be sure you’re not salvaging something you might want to keep. If you need to clear out your inventory, don’t forget to use the stash located in the camp hub.
Remember, only rare-quality armor, weapons, and items with sockets can be salvaged. Doing so rewards you with Blacksmith’s Whetstones, Artificer’s Shards, and Armorer’s Scraps.
In Path of Exile 2, selling items and gear to NPC vendors typically earns you gold, unlike the first game, where you received various currency items. Regardless, be sure to loot everything you come across, make quick trips back to town, and sell or salvage your finds. While it takes some time, establishing this habit will pay off in the long run.
