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Dragon’s Dogma 2: How to unlock Magick ArcherHow to unlock the Magick Archer vocation in Dragon’s Dogma 2
How to unlock the Magick Archer vocation in Dragon’s Dogma 2
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Capcom
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Capcom
Looking for how to unlock the Magick Archer vocation in Dragon’s Dogma 2?As one of the advanced vocations inDragon’s Dogma 2, the Magick Archer isn’t available from the game’s beginning. You’ll need to make your way to the bottom of the world map and endure a fairly lengthy escort mission before the ability to weave spells into your arrows finally becomes available. As one of thebest vocations in Dragon’s Dogma 2, however, the Magick Archer is more than worth the trouble.
In this guide, we’ll explain how to unlock the Magic Archer vocation to ensure that you can blast richocheting arrows full of arcane energy as soon as possible.
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How to unlock Magick Archer in Dragon’s Dogma 2
It’s worth noting that theWarfarerbecomes available at about the same time as the Magick Archer. If you’re interested in this jack-of-all-trades class, take a peek at our guide onhow to unlock the Warfarer vocation. You’ll need to pay a visit to Bakbattahl before you make any other moves.
Conquering the tunnels of Drabnir’s Grotto is the fastest way to reach Agamen Volcanic Island. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Capcom
Gautstafr is a nice guy who can’t walk very fast. Pick him up, and he’ll be very grateful, even saying, “I’ll be!” |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Capcom
Upon reaching the house, you’ll learn that Gautstafr’s wife is an elf named Cliodhna. The two will bicker for a bit, and then Gautstafr will ask you to accompany him to theGeyser Hamlethot spring in theVolcanic Island Campon the eastern edge of the island. This is the most laborious part of the quest, as you’ll have to tag alongside (or carry) the old man as he lumbers along, fighting monsters along the way. There are atonneof hobgoblins near the road, as well as a cave that contains a minotaur, so don’t be afraid to drop Gautstafr off on the sidelines as you and your pawns run ahead a bit to tackle these foes.
Once you finally reach the Volcanic Island Camp, climb the ladders to make it to the hot spring. After Gautstafr heads off to enjoy a warm spa treatment, Cliodhna - who has covertly been following you all along - emerges. Turns out she’s a Magick Archer herself, and she’ll give you access to the vocation as thanks for protecting her hubbie. Talk to her one more time and she’ll also gift you theSpellbow’s Paradoxscroll, which unlocks the Magick Archer skillMartyr’s Bolt.
Here’s what Cliodhna looks like. She might seem harsh at first, but she’s just concerned about her husband and wary of the world for judging their interracial union. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Capcom
This finishes our guide to unlocking the Magick Archer vocation. For a more in-depth look at the flashy arrow spells that constitute this hybrid class, check out our guide on thebest skills and augments for the Magick Archer. If you’re just starting your Dragon’s Dogma 2 adventure and seeking extra wisdom on all of the intricacies of questing as the Arisen, feel free to take a peek at ourbeginner’s guide of tips and tricks.
