BG3 Meenlock Guide: Finding, Fighting & Rewards in Last Light Inn Cellar (2026)

Let's be real, exploring the Last Light Inn's cellar in Baldur's Gate 3 feels like a cozy break from the Shadow-Cursed Lands... until it isn't. 😅 You're down there, probably looking for supplies or a quiet corner, and BAM – you're ambushed by these freaky, crab-like nightmares from the Feywild called Meenlocks. They might not be the absolute toughest fight in Act 2, but if you're unprepared, they can turn your party into a bunch of paralyzed, frightened statues real quick. I learned that the hard way on my first playthrough. So, grab a torch, take a deep breath, and let's break down everything you need to know to turn these creepy crawlies into XP in 2026.

First things first, where to find these buggers. They're hiding in the cellar of the Last Light Inn, specifically in the room with the Selûnite shrine. There are seven total: four chilling on the stage around the shrine itself, and three more lurking on the northwestern cliffs within the same cavern.

You've got two main approaches:

• The Smashy Way: Move the crates against the left wall (around X:28, Y:-718), clear the cobwebs, and use a smokepowder barrel to blow up the cracked wall. This path puts you closer to the three Meenlocks on the cliffs. Perfect for a dramatic entrance! 💥

• The Sneaky Way: Enter through the prison cell (X:26, Y:-758), move more crates, and break another cracked wall. Follow the path, lockpick a metal door, and you'll reach a wooden door (X:44, Y:-719). This lets you get the drop on the four Meenlocks on the stage. Stealth archers, this is your moment.

Alright, prep time! This fight is all about exploiting weaknesses. The game gives you a huge hint with a passive Arcana check: Meenlocks HATE light. This isn't just flavor; it's your primary weapon.

Your Light Arsenal:

• Spells: Daylight, Dancing Lights, or the Light cantrip are MVP here.

• Even a simple torch works! Light triggers their Light Sensitivity, giving them Disadvantage on attacks and Perception, and it cripples their Shadowy Teleport range.

Pro-Tips Before Combat:

1. Get the Surprise Round! Use Hide to scout their sight lines and hit them first with a ranged attack or spell. A free round of damage is huge.

2. Buff Against Fear: Meenlocks have a passive fear aura. Spells like Heroism or Calm Emotions grant immunity. Lifesavers!

3. Consider Protection from Evil and Good since they're Fey. Every bit of defense helps.

Time for the main event! Here’s the lowdown on what you're fighting:

Their Deadly Toolkit:

• Meenlock Fear (Passive): Chance to Frighten everyone within 4m. Can't move = bad time.

• Claws (Action): Deals 3d4+3 Slashing damage and has a chance to Paralyze for two rounds. This is their scariest move.

• Shadowy Teleport (Bonus Action): Lets them zip to dark spots up to 16m away. Keep things lit!

Their game plan is simple: swarm your group to trigger fear, then focus on paralyzing targets with their claws. Our counter-strategy? Keep your distance and play support.

Here’s the secret weapon most guides don't emphasize enough: Arrows of Salving . You should have access to a few by this point. Why are they genius here?

• If you're Frightened or Paralyzed, you can't move to cast Lesser Restoration.

• But you CAN still shoot a bow! An Arrow of Salving cures Paralysis/Frighten on hit.

My winning strategy:

1. Spread out to minimize the fear aura effect.

2. Designate one ranged character (your fighter with a bow works!) to hold Arrows of Salving.

3. Focus fire on Meenlocks one by one. Force them to waste actions Dashing to you.

4. The moment a party member gets Paralyzed, shoot them with the healing arrow. It sounds wrong, but it's so right. 🤣

5. Keep your light sources up and keep pounding away. Control and distance win this fight.

Alright, loot time! Gotta be honest, the Meenlocks themselves are kinda broke. 🥲 Each one only drops 50 XP, and their corpses have nothing to loot. A bit anticlimactic, I know.

BUT, the room itself has the real treasure:

• Scattered Crates: Check 'em! They often contain silver plates and chalices worth a decent chunk of gold.

• Key Item: On a table, you'll find the Last Light Side Entrance Key. Handy for exploration!

• Quest Item: There's also a letter that progresses the "Investigate the Selûnite Resistance" quest. Don't miss it!

So, while the fight might not fill your pockets directly, the side rewards and quest progress are totally worth the effort. Clear the room, shake off the lingering fear (maybe with a Calm Emotions for yourself IRL), and get back out there. The Shadow-Cursed Lands won't explore themselves! Remember, in 2026, light is your best friend against these Feywild fiends. Good luck!