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How to Open Silent Chests in Diablo 4
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How to Open Silent Chests in Diablo 4

Discover how to find and open elusive Silent Chests in Diablo IV. Learn where to get Whispering Keys using Obols from world events and what loot awaits.

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Discover how to find and open elusive Silent Chests in Diablo IV. Learn where to get Whispering Keys using Obols from world events and what loot awaits.

Alright, so you've been exploring Sanctuary and stumbled upon one of those mysterious Silent Chests. Don't worry, they're not impossible to open! You just need a special item. Think of it like a secret handshake for treasure.

Here's the lowdown:

  • Find a Silent Chest: Keep an eye out in the open world. There's a small chance regular chests will respawn as these special Silent Chests.
  • Head back to Town: Once you spot one, make a note of its location. You'll need to travel back to the main town in the region.
  • Visit the Purveyor of Curiosities: In town, find the Purveyor of Curiosities. This vendor is your go-to for the item you need.
  • Buy a Whispering Key: The item you're looking for is called a Whispering Key. It's usually found at the bottom of the Purveyor's gambling loot list.
  • Gather Obols: Whispering Keys cost 20 Obols. You earn Obols by completing various world events like Cursed Chests in Dungeons, escorting ghosts, or activating ritual sites. These events typically give you enough Obols for at least one key.
  • Open the Chest: With your Whispering Key in hand, you can now return to the Silent Chest and open it!

Why bother? Opening these chests offers a better chance at getting some really good loot, including Legendaries. So, if you've got the Obols, it's definitely worth stocking up on a few Whispering Keys to snag that extra treasure whenever you find a Silent Chest.

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