With Version 4.6 just around the corner we already know Genshin Impact is bringing Arlecchino as the latest 5-star along with DPSs like Lyney, and Wanderer. But what about the characters in the upcoming versions 4.7 & 4.8?

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That’s what I am going to discuss in this article. Keep in mind all the info gathered here is from leakers and speculations from the community. Hoyoverse hasn’t provided any confirmation regarding the following info.

Therefore, take everything with a grain of salt.

Upcoming Character Banners in Version 4.7

1^st Half: Clorinde & Furina

The first half of 4.7 is rumored to have Clorinde as the latest 5-star character entering the mix.

She’s said to be an Electro main DPS with unique dodge mechanics and invincibility frames. We can also expect her to use her gun as it’s already been showcased in her past animations. The 4 star character Sethos will also accompany in either the first half or the second half.

Accompanying the strongest duelist of Fontaine is none other than the former Hydro Archon Furina. She’s arguably the strongest support you can get in the game so save your pulls if you need her!

2^nd Half: Sigewinne & Wriothesley

As for the second half, Sigewinne & Wriothesley will take the stage. Sigewinne was introduced in the version 4.1 story quest and is rumored to be a hydro bow-wielding character.

Many leakers claimed her to be a healer as it is her profession in the Fortress of Meropide. But the latest rumors suggest she will be a sub-dps/support healer with the bond of life mechanic. This might be a hint that she’ll synergize perfectly with Arlecchino. But only time will tell.

Wriothesley got his first banner with Nuevillette so it’s high time he gets his rerun banner as all the other Fontaine characters already got their rerun. It also makes sense that he will get a rerun with Sigewinne. He is her boss after all.

Chronicle Wish Banner

We won’t be getting any expansion or archon quest continuation in 4.7 making it a filler version which is the ideal time for Chronicle Wish Banner to Return.

I believe Liyue characters will fill the slots. We are likely to see popular characters like Hu Tao, Yelan, Ganyu, and Tartaglia and their signature weapons in the banner. Shenhe won’t be getting a rerun here as she hasn’t been featured in three banners yet.

Upcoming Character Banners in Version 4.8

There won’t be any new characters coming out in version 4.8. This means it will be packed with rerun characters. Navia is definitely will be featured in the first or second half (likely in the first half). Along with her Shenhe seems to be the best choice as she won’t have her rerun for 12 versions now.

Other rerun characters may include Nilou, Alhaitham, and Kokomi. There is also a possibility of Klee getting her rerun banner as usually the .8 banners are when her mom seems to send her on a vacation with the traveler.

There aren’t any possible rumors about the chronicle banners, but Hoyoverse can always surprise us. That’s all for now, again note that all of these are rumors, leaks, and speculations. Best of luck with your pulls!

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Maisters in Dragon’s Dogma 2 are masters of each vocation who can provide you with knowledge tomes that will allow you to master the ultimate skills of your vocation.

There are 10 vocation Maisters scattered across the map. They have different prerequisites And in this guide, I will show you how to get all the Maister’s teachings in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

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All Maister’s Teachings Locations

The 10 maister you’ll find in Dragon’s Dogma 2 are:

1. Fighter Maister Lennart
2. Archer Maister Taliesen
3. Theif Maister Srail
4. Mage Maister Eini
5. Sorcerer Maister Myrddin
6. Warrior Maister Beren
7. Magick Archer Maister Cliodhna
8. Mystic Spearhand Maister Sigurd
9. Trickster Maisrter Luz
10. Warfarer Maister Lamond

Fighter Maister Lennart

You will find Lennart at the heart of Melve. To get the tome from him you will have to do the following:

• Complete the Scaly Invaders Quest
• Complete either Disa’s Plot, Monster Culling, or The Caged Magistrate Quest
• Fend off the Dragon Dwelling in Melve

Rewards: Riotous Fury

Archer Maister Taliesen

Taliesen has secluded himself in his home in Sacred Arbor. To find him you should follow the main storyline where you will interact with Glywndr who will lead you to Sacred Arbor. You can find Glywndr in the Smithy near Vernsworth.

To obtain his tome you will have to:

• Complete the Glywindr’s Questline

Rewards: Heavenly Shot

Theif Maister Srail

Finding Srail is a bit tricky as first, you will most likely encounter Flaude who is a fake Maister. You will have to complete a set of tasks for him but then go directly to Srail who is the actual master of the craft. They are both located in the Nameless Village’s Manor.

Here’s what you will need to do to get the tome:

• Complete The Nameless Village Quest
• Interact with Flaude
• Complete the Obstacles underneath the Manor to reach and interact with Srail

Rewards: Blades of the Pyre, Formless Feint

Mage Maister Eini

The once revered Mage is now a doting grandmother who loves her granddaughter more than anything. To obtain her knowledge tome you will have to interact with her granddaughter in her home on the northern side of the Melve.

Do the following to interact with Eini:

• Give Trysha (Eini’s Granddaughter) five spell tomes. (This is also required if you want to get the sorcerer tome from Trysha but there are some specific requirements)
• Talk to Eini afterward.

Rewards: Celestial Paean

Sorcerer Maister Myrddin

Myrddin is found in a noble’s house in checkpoint rest town, where he will require you to give spells to give you his tutelage. On the other hand, you can obtain another sorcerer maister tome from Trysha when following Eini’s tome questline.

To get Myrddin’s Tome you will have to do the following:

• Forge these spells: Fulminous Shield, Howling Blizzard, Nation’s Death Knell, Towering Earth, and Let There Be Light. (Keep in mind that you don’t need to forge them if you don’t intend to get Trysha’s Tome)
• Give your forged spells to Myrddin while wearing the Noble Cloth Set

If you want to get Trisha’s Tome then:

• Give the original spell tomes to her
• Defeat her after she fails to control her magick.

Rewards: Meteoron, Maelstrom

Warrior Maister Beren

Beren is first located in the Borderwatch Outpost where he will be training the new recruits. He then moves to Moonglow Garden and then to his home in Checkpoint rest town.

To get the tome from him, you will need to:

• Complete the Claw Them Into Shape Quest.
• Complete Beren’s Final Lesson Quest.

Rewards: Arc of Might

Magick Archer Maister Cliodhna

Getting the tome from Cliodhna is quite simple. You will find her in Winwalker’s Home from where you can start her quest and after completion, you will get her tome.

To learn from her you’ll have to:

• Complete Put a Spring in Thy Step quest.

Rewards: Martyr’s Bolt

Mystic Spearhand Maister Sigurd

Sigurd is found in Melve while completing the Readvent of Calamity Quest. Afterward, he can be found in Dragonsbreath Tower in Harve Village.

To get his tome do the following:

• Interact with Sigurd after entering Dragonsbreath Tower.

Rewards: Wild Furie

Trickster Maisrter Luz

You will find the illusion of Luz in the Revenant Shrine. To obtain her tome consider the following steps:

• Reach Rank 2 in Trickster Vocation.
• Find the actual body of Luz which is located above the ladder found on the left side of the Revenant Shrine.

Rewards: Dragon’s Delusion

Warfarer Maister Lamond

 The last maister is the Warfarer Lamond who is found in the Hot Springs of the Volcanic Island Camp. To obtain his tome you need to:

• Complete Scotted Sage Quest.

Rewards: Rearmament

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When it comes to builds and character customizations, Dragon’s Dogma 2 offers players a plethora of options. Your build will primarily focus on the weapon you are choosing and the gears you’re dawning. With over 50 weapon skills and more coming from Capcom, it can be quite daunting, especially if this is your first playthrough.

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Don’t worry, as in this guide, I will list all weapons skills in Dragon’s Dogma 2, their requirements, and costs. Remember, some skills can be obtained without paying any gold. So, make sure to keep an eye out for them too!

All Weapon Skills in Dragon’s Dogma 2

Here are the lists of all the weapon skills you will be able to purchase or obtain in the game:

All Fighter Weapon Skills

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All Warrior Weapon Skill

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All Warfare Weapon Skill

All Archer Weapon Skill

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All Magick Archer Weapon Skill

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All Trickster Weapon Skill

All Thief Weapon Skill

All Mage Weapon Skill

All Sorcerer Weapon Skill

All Mythic Spearhead Weapon Skill

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Dragon’s Dogma 2, which is the latest sequel in Capcom’s massively successful Dragon Dogma franchise, is an action-adventure RPG that sets the players on an epic adventure throughout the lands. In your journey, you will encounter challenges, puzzles, and adversaries. So, it is better to be well-equipped before you set off, don’t you think?

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That’s why, in this guide, I will showcase every armor in Dragon’s Dogma 2, so you can select the ones that suit you and your pawns the best!

List of All Armor in Dragon’s Dogma 2

Here is the list of armor you will find in Dragon’s Dogma 2:

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List of All Rings in Dragon’s Dogma 2

Here is the list of rings you will find in Dragon’s Dogma 2:

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Dragon’s Dogma 2 is Capcom’s latest AAA single-player adventure title that offers players to traverse a land of myth and magic. Your journey is full of trials and woes.

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Therefore, it’s better to be equipped with the necessary gear. Weapons are a core part of your arsenal and will determine how smooth your journey will go. That’s why, in this guide, I will list every weapon in Dragon’s Dogma 2 that you can get through merchants or quests.

So, without any delay, let’s dive into the details, shall we?

List of All Weapons in Dragon’s Dogma 2

Here is the list of weapons you will find in Dragon’s Dogma 2:

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Dragon’s Dogma 2 offers you epic quests, magnificent adventures, and some sprinkle of romance here and there. Capcom went all out with the storytelling, and the sudden encounter factors are quite impressive.

They have also mixed in romance quite well as there are certain quests and puzzles that actually require you to bring romantic interests to play (eg. the Sphinx Puzzles).

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That’s why advancing your romantic journey is a good choice in Dragon’s Dogma 2. So, if you want to get started on your romantic journey, then I will discuss all romance options Dragon’s Dogma 2.

All Romanceable Characters in Dragon’s Dogma 2

Currently, there are two possible romance options in the game, and both are female NPCs. There might be male romanceable NPCs in future updates. Currently, players are able to romance the following NPCs:

1. Wilhelmina
2. Ulrika

How to Romance Wilhelmina

You will encounter Wilhelmina in Vernworth, around the Rose Chateau Borderlie. To start romancing her, you will need to initial the side quest: Every Rose Has Its Thorns. Keep in mind that the quest can only be triggered once you have finished the main story quest Feast of Deception.

How to Romance Ulrika

While there aren’t any canon relationships in Dragon’s Dogma 2, personally I prefer Ulrika as the main romantic interest in the game. Furthermore, not only does she have more character depth, but she is also involved in not one but three side quests before reaching a positive romantic conclusion.

You will find Ulrika in the Harve village. She is part of the Readvent of Calamity side quest, which will unlock the Trouble of the Cape quest. After finishing the quest, you will be able to build your relationship with Ulrika. If things are going well (you are giving the right gifts), then she will send you gifts which can be found in your house in Vernworth.

But to successfully romance Ulrika, you must complete the Home is Where the Hearth Is quest and reach max relationship stats.

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Dragon’s Dogma 2 seems to be Capcom’s answer to an open-world RPG that presents a vast land of adventure, magic, and stories. Your journey as the Arisen will be filled with challenges. So, the best way to approach them is to be strong from the get-go.

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That is why, in this guide, I will provide you with my personal picks for the best early-game equipment for each vocation and how to get them.

Best Early Game Equipment for Each Vocation

There are 4 vocations to choose from in the early game of Dragon’s Dogma 2. They are:

1. Fighter
2. Archer
3. Mage
4. Thief

Best Early-Game Fighter Equipment

The fighter will be the frontline of your party, so making him tankier and giving him more defense and attack power should be your priority.

Equipment	Name	Stats	How to Get	Image
Head Armor	Winged Sallet	Defense: 160 Mahick Defense: 118 Knockdown Res: 77 Elemental Res: +2% Lightning Resistance Debilitation Res: +10% Silence Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 13,800 Gold
Body Armor	Dominion Armor	Defense: 226 Magick Defense: 142 Knockdown Res: 90 Elemental Res: +5% Lightning Debilitation Res: +20% Silence Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 20,800 Gold
Leg Armor	Raptor Claws	Defense: 192 Magick Defense: 123 Knockdown Res: 74 Elemental Res: +2% Lightning Debilitation Res: +5% Drenched Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 16,500 Gold
Weapon (Elemental Damage Build)	Almace	Strength: 358 Magick: 236 Slash Strength: 100 Knockdown Power: 185 Element: +120% Ice	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 20,800 Gold
Weapon (Physical Damage Build)	Flamberge	Strength: 403 Magick: 156 Slash Strength: 100 Knockdown Power: 297	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 20,800 Gold
Shield	Shield of Vernworth	Strength: 136 Magick: 229 Strike Strength: 100 Knockdown Power: 256	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 8,700 Gold
Cloak	Expeditioner’s Cloak	Defense: 265 Magick Defense: 67 Slash Res: 1 Strike Res: 11 Knockdown Res: 101	Obtained from Marcher’s Armor Set in Venworth Castle Gaol Tower Well
Rings (Optional)	– Ring of Tenacity – Ring of Accrual	–	–	–

Best Early-Game Archer Equipment

Archers need to be fast and effective. They will watch your party’s flank and provide sniping and support, which requires them to be lightweight.

Equipment	Name	Stats	How to Get	Image
Head Armor	Sage’s Hood	Defense: 160 Magick Defense: 135 Knockdown Res: 69 Debilitation Res: +2% Sleep Resistance, +5% Silence Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 13,800 Gold
Body Armor	Wildeagle Padded Armor	Defense: 210 Magick Defense: 160 Knockdown Res: 76 Elemental Res: +5% Fire Resistance, +2% Ice Resistance Debilitation Res: +8% Caught Fire Resistance, +5% Frostbite Resistance, +8% Sleep Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 20,800 Gold
Leg Armor	Beast Leather Breeches	Defense: 186 Magick Defense: 122 Slash Res: 1 Knockdown Res: 58 Debilitation Res: +2% Blighted Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 14,800 Gold
Weapon	Veteran’s Arc	Strength: 359 Magick: 156 Strike Strength: 100 Knockdown Power: 195	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 21,200 Gold
Rings (Optional)	– Ring of Tenacity – Ring of Proximity	–	Complete Quest	–

Best Early-Game Mage Equipment

Your most prominent magic provider. Mages can be both offensive and defensive support and usually take the fight in mid-range.

Equipment	Name	Stats	How to Get	Image
Head Armor	Bishop’s Crown	Defense: 142 Magick Defense: 149 Slash Res: 3 Strike Res: 3 Knockdown Res: 67	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 19,800 Gold
Body Armor	Verger Gown	Defense: 145 Magick Defense: 282 Knockdown Res: 58 Elemental Res: +2% Frozen Resistance, +5% Lightning Resistance Debilitation Res: +5% Frozen Resistance, +5% Sleep Resistance	– Obtained from Bjorn’s Armory – Cost: 10,200 Gold
Leg Armor	Euphoric Hosen	Defense: 158 Magick Defense: 150 Slash Res: 3 Strike Res: 3 Knockdown Res: 68	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 13,700 Gold
Weapon	Goblin Bane	Strength: 476 Magick: 376 Strike Strength: 100 Knockdown Power: 176	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 25,000 Gold
Rings (Optional)	– Ring of Tenacity – Ring of Exultation	–	–	–

Best Early-Game Thief Equipment

For sneak gameplay and quick attacks, the thief is the ideal vocation. Lightweight and fast status build-up are all you need to remember at first.

Equipment	Name	Stats	How to Get	Image
Head Armor	Scale Band	Defense: 162 Magick Defense: 115 Knockdown Res: 64 Elemental Res: +2% Fire Resistance, +1% Ice Resistance Debilitation Res: +4% Caught Fire Resistance, +2% Frostbite Resistance, +4% Sleep Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 14,400 Gold
Body Armor	Wildeagle Padded Armor	Defense: 210 Magick Defense: 160 Knockdown Res: 76 Elemental Res: +5% Fire Resistance, +2% Ice Resistance Debilitation Res: +8% Caught Fire Resistance, +5% Frostbite Resistance, +8% Sleep Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 20,800 Gold
Leg Armor	Beast Leather Breeches	Defense: 186 Magick Defense: 122 Slash Res: 1 Knockdown Res: 58 Debilitation Res: +2% Blighted Resistance	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 14,800 Gold
Weapon	Spite	Strength: 358 Magick: 156 Slash Strength: 100 Knockdown Power: 201 Debilitations: +18% Blighted	– Obtained from Celeste’s Smithy – Cost: 27,800 Gold
Rings (Optional)	– Ring of Tenacity – Ring of Profusion	–	–	–

There you go; with these equipments and regular upgrades, you should easily breeze through to the late game in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

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One of the many exciting side quests and puzzles you can encounter in Dragon’s Dogma 2 is the Sphinx’s riddles. There are a total of 10 riddles that you will have to answer, which will unlock the achievement: Full Marks and also complete the quest: A Game of Wits along with the reward Eternal Wakestone which is quite rare to find.

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But completing this puzzle and the quest is more difficult than it seems, as you will only get one shot. Get the Riddle wrong, and you won’t get all the rewards, as the Sphinx will attack you (just like in the myth).

Therefore, if you want to solve all Sphinx riddles in Dragon’s Dogma 2, then you need to answer them correctly. So, let’s get started!

How to Find the Sphinx

It is quite obvious that you won’t trigger the puzzle if you don’t find the Sphinx first. But she isn’t that far away from your starting town. She’s actually placed in two locations. She moves to the second one once you have completed the first five riddles.

First Location

At the northeast point of the Checkpoint Rest Town, you will find the Ancient Battleground. There is a half-destroyed fortress there. At the apex of the Mountain Shrine, you will see the Sphinx, which is located on the hilltop.

Second Location

When you’ve successfully answered the first five riddles, the Sphinx will say that it’s leaving for another location, and you will have to find her again to play. This new location is in the Frontier Shrine. You can find this location by following the river flowing to the west side of the Checkpoint Rest Town.

Tip: An easy trick that you can do is to hop into the back of the Sphinx when it is preparing to take flight after your conversation. This way, the Sphinx itself will take you to the 2^nd location.

Answers to All the Sphinx Riddles

Here is everything you need to do to answer the riddles of the Sphinx:

Riddle 1: The Riddle of Eyes

“Our eyes are our allies, yet oft they betray, for eyes tell lies, so I advise, and thence do lead astray. Yet how will your eyes advise you? Venture through yonder door, and retrieve that which is of greatest value.”

Solution: Here, the Sphinx is asking you to bring the most valuable item to the nearest cave. There is a door that will open for you to access. Upon entering the designated door, immediately turn around and locate a chest above the entrance door. Inside, you’ll find the “Sealing Phial,” the most valuable item in the area. Present this item to the Sphinx.

Reward: Wakestone

Riddle 2: The Riddle of Madness

“Love is as twin to madness, they say. They are bound fast, as night is to day. So bring forth your most beloved to me, that I might gauge the depth of your insanity.”

Solution: Bring a character with whom you’ve reached max relationship status, such as Ulrika, to the Sphinx. Place them on the platform to respond to the riddle.

Reward: Portcrystal

Riddle 3: The Riddle of Wisdom

“The parent knows the child, yet the reverse is far from true. The child knows not the parent: such is the parent’s due. I am a lost child; for kinship do I yearn. So bring to me my ‘Parent’, that I might better learn.”

Solution: Recruit the Capcom-made pawn called “SphinxFather” found inside Riftstones. Place him on the platform in front of the Sphinx.

Reward: 1200 RC (Rift Currency)

Riddle 4: The Sphinx’s Riddle of Conviction

“Life is an enigma – a lender of mortal debt. Yet a lighter pack makes fleeter foot and challenge nimbly met. So grant to me what you most prize, and thence elude your ponderous demise.”

Solution: Present any item to the Sphinx. It will reward you with a duplicate of the item you presented. Therefore, make sure to give it something expensive.

Reward: Duplicates the item you give

Riddle 5: The Riddle of Rumination

“It’s ever the first we keep fond in our breast, and ever the first that eclipses the rest. You know of the Seeker’s Tokens, I trust? Those keepsakes of a fondly remembered journey? Yet where was it that you found your first? Retrace your steps, if you can – you might make a new discovery. Seven days, shall we say, ere you return? May your journey be a pleasant one.”

Solution: Return to the location where you found your first Seeker Token in this playthrough. Retrieve the unique item called a Finder’s Token from that spot and bring it back to the Sphinx.

Tip: It is better to screenshot where you got your first token.

Reward: 3 x Ferrystones

Riddle 6: The Riddle of Reunion

This Riddle is automatically solved upon finding the Sphinx in its second location. The chest on the left will be unlocked upon finding it.

Reward: 100,000 G

Riddle 7: The Riddle of Recollection

“Now, questions beget questions, and I have one for you. How many riddles have you solved thus far? My memory fails me, you see. Remind me, and make it plain. Let yonder statues be your means. For every Riddle aptly answered, bring one here before me.”

Solution: Pick up stone statues to correctly represent the number of riddles you’ve solved and place them in front of the Sphinx. So, if you are following from the start, then you will need to put 6 statues in front of the Sphinx, not seven (people mess that up a lot).

Reward: Unmaking Arrow

Riddle 8: The Riddle of Contest

“Though ours is a battle of wits, tests of mettle are more to your strength. Is that not so? Come, try your arm – though he shall be your opponent, not I. However, I am not one to be amused by a simple duel. Bear this ring into battle, that I might gauge your true strength.”

Solution: Defeat the enemy that spawns to the right of the Sphinx in battle (push it off the cliff).

Reward: Ring of Ambition

Riddle 9: The Sphinx’s Riddle of Futility

“How easily the mind unravels! Some say it’s pain that does it best, others darkness – but I say neither. Rather, I say a mind cannot be more soundly broken than when it beholds its earnest efforts laid low in a single stroke. Could you survive such despair? We shall see. Here I have an amphora destined for Ser Maurits in Battahl. Deliver it to him, but beware; it’s rather fragile.”

Solution: Carry the vase given by the Sphinx to Ser Maurits in Battahl without breaking it.

Reward: Eternal Bond (Ring)

Riddle 10: The Riddle of Differentiation

“So vast is the world, and full of life; you are but one of many. Indeed, in the grand scheme, we are as distinct from one another as pebbles on a beach – yet we do so love to extol our differences. But are these differences so great? If you believe so, this next task should prove exceedingly simple. I seek this man. If men are so distinct, I’m sure you’ll find him in a trice.”

Solution: Here, the Sphinx will find you one of the twins Dante and Vergil (a fun nod to DMC). They are discriminated against because of their scars and hair. Dante has straight hair, and Vergil is curly. So, make sure to take a screenshot or remember the details. Identify and bring back the NPC shown by the Sphinx. Compare the provided image with Dante or Vergil and retrieve the correct character.

Dante is found in Checkpoint Rest Town, and Vergil is found in Bakbattahl.

Reward: Whimsical Daydream

Kill the Sphinx

Once you have obtained all the 10 battle rewards, you can just attack the Sphinx and kill it to get the final reward which is the Eternal Wakestone.

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Dragon’s Dogma 2 is the latest entry in the Dragon Dogma series by Capcom. With extremely detailed story quests and sudden encounters, this game is set to provide a completely new adventure RPG experience for the players.

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A key part of the game is the storyline and how long it can take to complete all of them. If you are a casual player, then you might need more time, but if you are into completionism, how long it will take for you to beat Dragon’s Dogma may differ.

While it may be difficult to predict the exact time, upon my initial playthrough and others’ review, we can conclude that there is some standard completion time. So, how long does it take to beat Dragon’s Dogma 2? Let’s find out!

Dragon’s Dogma 2 Completion Time

In a casual playthrough, it might take you around 32 to 34 hours to finish the game. Keep in mind that a casual playthrough is when you follow the main story along with some side quests.

If you just focus on the main story, then it can take from 28 hours to 30 hours, based on your skills and encounters in the game. On the other hand, if you are doing all the main and side stories, then it can take about 33 to 34 hours.

Lastly, if you are a completionist hunting for all the trophies and achievements, then it can take you over 35 hours to finish the game.

Remember that there are sudden encounters in the game that are entirely irrelevant to the main or side story. And they can take up a good chunk of time in your playthrough. This can heavily affect how long it takes you to beat the game.

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After the initial release of Dragon’s Dogma back in 2012, fans of the game have been eagerly waiting for a sequel. With the standard being high from the first game, Capcom needed to set something in motion that would get the attention of players, both new and old, to the franchise. Their answer seems to be in the character creation menu.

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The character creation feature in Dragon’s Dogma 2 is just out of the world. It is more detailed than any other titles that offer similar mechanics and is actually a determining factor in your overall gaming experience.

So, if you want to create the best possible Dragon’s Dogma 2 Arisen and main pawn for your journey, then continue reading, as I will break down everything in the Dragon’s Dogma 2 Character Creation menu.

Character Creation Menu in Dragon’s Dogma 2

The first thing that you will have to decide when using the character creation menu is who you are building. You will have two options:

• Arisen
• Main Pawn

Arisen will be you, the main character of the story, and unlike other adventure + strategy games, Dragon’s Dogma 2 uses pawns (NPC AIs); a total of 3 of them can be recruited in your party, each with different characteristics and skills. But your main pawn will be from your own design and creation. The main pawn creation should complement your Arisen creation, which I will touch on later.

When you pick your choice (Arisen or Main Pawn) you will be taken to the character creation screen, where you can select from the preset or create your own. There are 14 preset characters for you to choose from. If you pick preset, then there is nothing to worry as you can change the details to fit your preference.

If you go for a completely new character, then you will have to start by selecting your race and gender. Currently, there are two races: Human & Beastern. Therefore, you will get to pick from 4 avatars.

Afterwards, you will proceed to pick a base body from 9 different body types. These aren’t permanent, and you can change the details later.

Next, you will have to select the base head. Here, you will have the option to choose from 45 different head styles. Then, you will be presented with 9 different options on that head preset and another 5 afterwards. These are primarily for jaw styles and skin color, which you can update later. To be precise, the only thing that you can’t change is your race.

Once you are done, you will be presented with the detailed version of the character creation menu, and you will start working on your character from the ground up.

There are 5 base categories with sub-sections and enhancements in the character creation menu:

1. Body
2. Head
3. Body Hair
4. Makeup
5. Tattoos/Markings

Body

The most crucial part of the character creation that heavily affects your gameplay is the settings you pick for the body. Here, you will be working with 5 sections:

1. Body
2. Head
3. Upper Body
4. Lower Body
5. Posture

Body

In the Body section, you will be able to decide the height and most of the weight of your character. Depending on your build, going higher or lower will be the best option.

Generally, higher height indicates how fast you will be moving, and how long your character’s melee reach is and also has an effect on your encumbrance.

On the other hand, a lower height ensures that your hitbox is low for the enemies, meaning you will get hit less.

Weight affects your stamina consumption, and its overall regeneration rate. High weight will also increase your carrying capabilities. You will also be able to wear heavier armor with more defense than a heavyweight.  

Head

This section is more for the aesthetic of your character. You will shape the head of the character, giving him/her the expression you are looking for.

Upper Body

Your selection will slightly affect the overall weight especially the arm size, thickness, and forearm thickness. Arm length will not only increase health but also add a bit more reach if you are going for a melee build.

Lower Body

Similar to the upper body, size factors will have an impact on the weight. Namely increasing them will increase the weight but decreasing them will have a lower effect.

Here, the gameplay effects come to an end for character creation. From this point on, everything is about the aesthetic and design of your character. Any alterations or decisions won’t bother your gameplay experience.

Posture

This section will decide how your character will walk and move.

Fur

Head

This section offers 8 more subsections for your character’s customization:

1. Head
2. Skin
3. Brow
4. Eyes
5. Nose
6. Ears
7. Cheeks
8. Mouth
9. Jaw/Chin

Head

Skin

Brow

Eyes

Nose

Ears

Cheeks

Mouth

Jaw/Chin

Body Hair

There are 4 subsections here:

1. Hairstyle
2. Eyebrows
3. Facial Hair
4. Body Hair

Hairstyle

Eyebrows

Facial Hair

Body Hair (Human Only)

Makeup

There are 8 sub-sections all of which are focused on aesthetics:

1. Eyes
2. Eyelashes
3. Eyeshadow
4. Eyeliner
5. Freckles
6. Cheeks
7. Lips
8. Teeth

Eyes

Eyelashes

Eyeshadow

Eyeliner

Freckles

Cheeks

Lips

Teeth

Tattoos/Markings

There are 13 sub-sections here all of which target different markings and designs that you can dawn in your character’s body. These are:

1. Tattoo Presets
2. Body Tattoos
3. Right Arm Tattoos
4. Left Arm Tattoos
5. Right Leg Tattoos
6. Left Leg Tattoos
7. Scar Presets
8. Body Scars
9. Right Arm Scars
10. Left Arm Scars
11. Right Leg Scars
12. Left Leg Scars
13.  Dirt

Select Your Vocation & Vocal

There are 4 starting vocations in the game:

1. Melee
2. Archer
3. Mage
4. Thief

You will unlock more as you progress, but these are key factors that determine your playstyle throughout the game.

Melee is best for close combat, while Archer is suited for long rage. Mage builds are preferred for long-range to mid-range combat. Thief is best for fast and sneak-based style. You can also pick up 2 different types of vocals for your characters as well.

How to Customize Your Arisen and Main Pawn

Your customization will revolve around the vocation you are going with. For Melee, my personal recommendation would be to go with high height and weight. This will allow you to hit harder and dawn the strongest armors.

The main pawn should go with either a Mage or Archer for longer-range supports. They should be of standard height and lightweight. However, for the mage, high weight is necessary at times as magic requires stamina.

On the other hand, if you are playing Thief, then it is better to be lightweight and short to avoid combat. But your pawn will have to be heavy enough to carry your items without being encumbered.

The Mage or Archer build will be similar to the main pawn for Melee. But this time, high height is necessary. This way, you will be set to have the perfect combo at your early levels.

And there you have it. That’s all the details you need to know to understand character creation in Dragon’s Dogma 2. Best of luck with your journey!

Read More: All Available Classes (Vocations) in Dragon’s Dogma 2 (DD2)

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