Steal the Idol of Silvanus

Key takeaways

Keep the theft separate from the hand-in: obtaining the idol is the dangerous part, while delivering it to Mol is what secures the quest reward.

Find Mol first The quest comes from Mol, so speak with her before taking the idol if you want the theft to have a clear hand-in objective.
Expect a social risk The idol is tied to the druid ritual, and removing it at the wrong moment can make the grove hostile rather than producing a quiet theft.
Use a controlled approach Invisibility and Mage Hand are specifically useful methods for creating distance between the character taking the idol and the party members who may be blamed for the theft.
Do not delay the delivery The quest must be completed before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove; carrying the idol without returning it to Mol can cost the intended reward.
Treat the item as dangerous loot Putting the idol in camp is not automatically safe. Camp followers may react aggressively when they notice the stolen sacred object.

Steal the Idol of Silvanus: overview

Steal the Idol of Silvanus is an optional Act 1 quest that asks the party to take a sacred druidic object from the Emerald Grove and hand it to Mol.

Mol, a tiefling child in the Emerald Grove, can recruit the party for this theft. Her target is the Idol of Silvanus, a sacred object being used as the focus of a druid ritual. The request looks simple on paper, but taking the idol while the ritual is active can turn the grove’s druids hostile and place nearby tieflings in danger.

The central challenge is not carrying the idol away; it is creating a safe opportunity to remove it. The party can use stealth-oriented approaches such as invisibility or Mage Hand, or can first pursue relevant grove business so that the ritual no longer creates the same immediate obstruction. The exact risk depends on the state of the grove and the method used.

After taking the idol, the quest is completed by delivering it to Mol rather than treating it as ordinary camp loot. The reward is a valuable Ring of Protection. The quest is time-sensitive in practical terms: the delivery must happen before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove, and placing the stolen object in camp can provoke an aggressive reaction from camp followers.

Where this sits

Arrive at the Emerald GroveReach the grove and locate its tiefling community.

Accept Mol’s requestTake the optional theft objective.

Create a safe openingAvoid or manage the ritual’s response.

Take the idolRemove the Idol of Silvanus from the ritual area.

Return to MolDeliver the item before the tieflings depart.

●Steal the Idol of Silvanusside questCurrent quest

The quest begins and ends in the Emerald Grove, but its safe completion depends on the grove’s changing situation.

Requirements

The only confirmed prerequisite is access to Mol and the Emerald Grove. The party does not need a specific class, but a stealth or utility solution makes the theft easier to control.

RequiredReach the Emerald GroveThe Idol of Silvanus is located in the grove during Act 1, where it is connected to the druid ritual.
RequiredSpeak with MolAccept the request from the tiefling child before attempting the hand-in.
RequiredPlan for the ritualTaking the idol while it is serving as the focus of the ritual can trigger hostility within the grove.
RecommendedPrepare a low-profile methodInvisibility or Mage Hand can help separate the theft from the party and reduce the chance of an immediate confrontation.
RequiredResolve the hand-in promptlyDeliver the idol before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove.

Objectives

Speak with MolFind the tiefling child and accept her request to steal the idol.
Take the Idol of SilvanusRemove the sacred object from the druid ritual without allowing the situation to become an uncontrolled grove-wide conflict.
Deliver the idol to MolReturn the item to its quest giver before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove.
Claim the Ring of ProtectionComplete the delivery to receive the quest’s valuable protective ring.

Walkthrough

01
Find Mol
Enter the Emerald Grove and locate Mol
Make your way into the Emerald Grove and look for the tiefling child Mol in the tiefling hideout. Speak with her before taking the idol so that the theft is attached to the intended quest and you know where the eventual hand-in belongs.
Location: Emerald Grove, tiefling hideout
TipKeep the conversation with Mol in mind before approaching the ritual area; taking the item first can complicate the clean quest sequence.
02
Accept Mol’s quest
Accept the request to steal the idol
Agree to help Mol obtain the Idol of Silvanus. The request identifies the target, but it does not make the object safe to remove: the idol is still being used as the focus of a druid ritual.
Location: Tiefling hideout
03
Assess the theft
Survey the ritual area before acting
Approach the area containing the Idol of Silvanus and observe the surrounding druids and the ritual state. Do not treat the idol as an unattended container item, because removing it during the ritual can make people in the grove hostile.
Location: Emerald Grove ritual area
Watch outA careless theft can trigger hostility within the grove and put nearby tieflings at risk.
04
Prepare the theft
Choose a method that limits exposure
Use a controlled approach rather than having the whole party walk up and take the idol. Invisibility can conceal the character performing the theft, while Mage Hand can let the party manipulate or move the object from a safer position.
Location: Emerald Grove ritual area
TipSeparate the thief from the rest of the party when possible; this gives you more control if the theft is noticed.
05
Reduce the risk around the ritual
Create a safer opportunity if needed
If the ritual is still active and the grove is reacting strongly, consider completing the relevant grove-related objective that changes the ritual’s situation before returning for the idol. This is safer than repeatedly attempting the same theft while the druids are watching.
Location: Emerald Grove
Watch outThe source material does not establish one universal safe sequence for every grove state, so save before experimenting with the timing.
06
Steal the Idol of Silvanus
Take the Idol of Silvanus
Once your chosen opening is ready, remove the Idol of Silvanus and immediately assess whether the grove has become hostile. Avoid unnecessary movement through the settlement while carrying it, and do not assume that a camp transfer has removed the consequences of the theft.
Location: Emerald Grove ritual area
Watch outStealing the idol can cause hostility in the grove; if combat begins, nearby allies and civilians may be caught in the fallout.
CheckpointMissable
07
Deliver the idol to Mol
Return to Mol before the tieflings leave
Bring the idol back to Mol in the tiefling hideout and complete the hand-in. The quest’s reward depends on delivering the item to her, and waiting until after the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove can prevent completion.
Location: Emerald Grove, tiefling hideout
CheckpointMissable
08
Receive the reward
Collect the Ring of Protection
After Mol receives the idol, take the Ring of Protection as the quest reward. The supplied material identifies it as highly valuable, but does not provide a complete stat breakdown for the ring.
Location: Tiefling hideout

Mission mechanics

This quest is governed by the relationship between an object and the people watching it. The Idol of Silvanus is not merely a quest item sitting in a quiet room; it is the focus of a druid ritual. Removing it can therefore be interpreted as an attack or serious violation, causing hostility inside the Emerald Grove.

The most useful distinction is between concealment and remote interaction. Invisibility can hide the character who physically performs the theft, while Mage Hand offers a way to interact with the target without placing every party member directly beside it. Neither method should be treated as a guarantee against every consequence, because the grove’s state and the game’s detection rules still matter.

The alternative approach is to change the surrounding quest state before stealing. The source material confirms that specific quest completion can provide a safer opportunity, but it does not define a single universal order that applies to every playthrough. Make a manual save before the attempt and be prepared to retreat or reload if the grove turns hostile.

What works and what does not

Strengths

The quest offers a valuable Ring of Protection for a relatively focused optional objective.
The theft supports multiple play styles, including stealth, invisibility, remote manipulation with Mage Hand, and quest-state management.
The Idol of Silvanus is useful while held because it provides bonuses to Nature and Animal Handling checks.

Weaknesses

Taking the idol during the ritual can turn the Emerald Grove hostile.
A failed attempt can endanger nearby tieflings and create consequences beyond the immediate theft.
The quest is missable if the idol is not delivered before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove.
Moving the idol to camp is not necessarily safe because camp followers may react aggressively.

Best uses

Use a stealth-focused character when attempting the theft.
Use Mage Hand or invisibility to reduce the number of party members exposed at the ritual site.
Complete the hand-in immediately after securing the idol instead of storing it for later.

Choices and consequencesSpoilers

Steal the idol while the druid ritual is active
The theft can trigger hostility within the Emerald Grove and may place nearby tieflings in danger.
Spoiler
Use invisibility or Mage Hand for the attempt
These methods can reduce direct exposure and help the party attempt the theft without immediately committing everyone to the confrontation.
Complete relevant grove-related objectives before taking the idol
Changing the quest state can create a safer opportunity, although the precise sequence is dependent on the playthrough’s state.
Spoiler
Place the idol in camp instead of delivering it to Mol
Camp followers may react aggressively to the stolen sacred object, so camp storage should not be treated as a consequence-free solution.
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Delay the hand-in until after the tieflings leave
The quest can become impossible to complete and the Ring of Protection can be missed.
Spoiler

Checklist

Reach the Emerald GroveThe idol is found in the grove during Act 1.
Find Mol in the tiefling hideoutShe is the quest giver.
Accept the request before taking the idolThis keeps the intended hand-in available.
Inspect the druid ritual stateThe ritual is the main reason the theft can become hostile.
Prepare invisibility, Mage Hand, or another controlled approachOptional
Make a manual save before attempting the theftThe exact result can depend on the grove’s current state.Optional
Take the Idol of SilvanusBe ready for hostility if the theft is detected.
Avoid leaving the item in campCamp followers may react aggressively.
Return the idol to Mol before the tieflings leaveThis is required for the intended completion.
Collect the Ring of ProtectionIt is the stated quest reward.

Collectibles and secrets

01
Idol of Silvanus
Where: Druid ritual area in the Emerald Grove
The quest target and a sacred object associated with the ritual. When held by a character, it provides bonuses to Nature and Animal Handling checks.
Missable
02
Ring of Protection
Where: Mol’s hand-in reward
A highly valuable ring awarded for successfully delivering the Idol of Silvanus to Mol.
Missable

Failure conditionsSpoilers

Theft triggers grove hostilityRemoving the idol while it is the focus of the druid ritual can cause hostility within the Emerald Grove.
Nearby tieflings are endangeredA conflict caused by the theft can affect the tieflings in the grove rather than remaining a private confrontation.
The tieflings leave before hand-inIf the idol is not delivered to Mol before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove, the quest and its intended reward can be missed.
Camp followers react to the idolPlacing the stolen item in camp may cause camp followers to react aggressively.

On failure

Save before taking the idol and again after securing it. The supplied facts support several approaches, but do not establish one guaranteed outcome for every grove state.

Rewards

Ring of Protection
Mol awards this highly valuable ring when the stolen idol is successfully delivered to her.
Idol of Silvanus
The quest target can remain in the party’s possession if it is not handed over, and it provides bonuses to Nature and Animal Handling checks when held by a character.

AftermathSpoilers

Deliver the idol before the grove changes

The quest is not safely finished when the Idol of Silvanus enters your inventory. Return it to Mol before the tieflings leave the Emerald Grove, and avoid assuming that camp storage is harmless: camp followers may react aggressively to the stolen object.

Trivia

The Idol of Silvanus is both the objective of the quest and an item that provides bonuses to Nature and Animal Handling checks while held.
The quest’s reward and its target have different practical uses: the idol is associated with exploration and nature-related checks, while the Ring of Protection is the completion reward.
Mol’s request turns an object embedded in a public ritual into a theft objective, which is why the quest can escalate even without a conventional boss encounter.

Sources

Community reference on Steal the Idol of Silvanus — reddit.com
Guide reference for stealing the Idol of Silvanus — dualshockers.com
Video reference for the idol theft — youtube.com
Community discussion of quest outcomes — reddit.com
Video walkthrough reference — youtube.com
Community guide reference — steamcommunity.com

Relationships

characters

MolQuest giverMol asks the party to steal the Idol of Silvanus and later receives it.

places

Emerald GroveLocationThe quest takes place in the Emerald Grove, including the druid ritual area and tiefling hideout.

items

Idol of SilvanusQuest targetThe sacred object that must be stolen and delivered to Mol.
Ring of ProtectionRewardThe valuable ring awarded after the idol is delivered to Mol.