Jimnymebob
Member
I think one of the Yellow vocations actually has a dodge roll as an unlockables skill.
Like you said, two mages aren't good together. Two (or more) Sorcerers on the other hand is fantastic.
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Dragons Dogma: Dark Arisen PS4/XB1 |OT| They're master ports all, you can't go wrong
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I think one of the Yellow vocations actually has a dodge roll as an unlockables skill.
Like you said, two mages aren't good together. Two (or more) Sorcerers on the other hand is fantastic.
Well, I'd say that if story is the main thing you need to motivate you to play, then going through 85% mediocre to bad writing with a few moments of decency just for what is a pretty polarizing 15% probably isn't worth it.
With that said, I do find the story of bitterblack isle and what I felt was a shift to focus on visual storytelling rather than exposition through conversation by uninspired VA's to be good enough to stand out on its own.
WhiskerFrisker
Member
Notice board quests as in escort missions are advised against.
Where at? I will run through later on in the day.
Got it from a Lv. 2 or 3 novelty. I think I got it from the chest all the way at the top of the Midnight Helix, but it's probably gonna be random.
Jimnymebob
Member
Yep, those sort of things are random.
Wouldn't recommend going to BBI for newcomers btw, everything there is so OP it will make running through the story even easier than what it is.
Ignoring notice boards is a bad advise IMO. Some of them are "kill X enemies" that you can do while exploring around, so basically free money. The escorts quests though, those are not that worth it.
Level 5 Strides gives you a roll, and a very good one too (it was shit in the original release but got changed in Dark Arisen). A must , should be standard in all vocations if you ask me.
Ignoring notice boards is a bad advise IMO. Some of them are "kill X enemies" that you can do while exploring around, so basically free money. The escorts quests though, those are not that worth it.
Level 5 Strides gives you a roll, and a very good one too (it was shit in the original release but got changed in Dark Arisen). A must , should be standard in all vocations if you ask me.
WhiskerFrisker
Member
I don't even know big I can run through without getting one shot. I'll still run through because of the possible loot drops.
usp84
Member
Retro Edge
Member
2 questions.
Climbing big monsters is amazing, but can I learn some other attacks later for when I hang on someone or do I only have the normal attack on the square button?
When I level Fighter now and switch later to another class, what do I have from all the time in that I skilled the Fighter? Will this all be lost or can I carry some attacks over or do I need to level some classes to unlock stuff or is it just lost time when I level a class now but could already switch to another one? I still don't know if its worth to continue to play with Fighter or better use another one.
Hope you know what I mean, my english is awful today.
Climbing big monsters is amazing, but can I learn some other attacks later for when I hang on someone or do I only have the normal attack on the square button?
When I level Fighter now and switch later to another class, what do I have from all the time in that I skilled the Fighter? Will this all be lost or can I carry some attacks over or do I need to level some classes to unlock stuff or is it just lost time when I level a class now but could already switch to another one? I still don't know if its worth to continue to play with Fighter or better use another one.
Hope you know what I mean, my english is awful today.
dragonzdogma
Member
Yes there are other skills when climbing and pressing square that certain classes can unlock.
No, you wont loose some skills when you switch to a different class.
Actually you get to keep certain Augments.
You can do it in ng+
F0rneus
Tears in the rain
Perfect. Thanks.
Mihael Mello Keehl
Banned
So yesterday I went to my first dungeon I guess.. I played until I was fighting the tentacle things coming out the ground.. was I suppose to be fighting them? They were kinda strong. Then again I only have 2 pawns with me when I think I could have 3?
WhiskerFrisker
Member
You're supposed to run. And yes, you can have 3 pawns.
Not suppose to fight the tentacles, they keep spawning. Gotta run back to the entrance.
Mihael Mello Keehl
Banned
I'm supposed to run away from them? shit lol nvm then
edit: Thanks guys. I think I wouldve eventually learned that but I cant stop thinking about them at work lol
Švejk
Banned
I believe this is what I'm feeling now as well... Every time this thread pops up, it makes my heart flutter and want to drop everything and go play it.
montycliff13
Member
Should i play this game and should i make my pawns the cast of the hit tv sitcom seinfeld?
Morrigan Stark
Arrogant Smirk
People: stop worrying about stat growth.
It's literally meaningless. Gear matters far, far more. With good dragonforged gear and Periapt buffing items, you can be extremely powerful and not worry about damage output, even on Hard Mode.
Experiment with vocations. Stick with one you like, or change constantly to unlock augments and experiment with weapons, or whatever. Play how you like, but don't worry about the stat growth because min-maxing is a total waste of time and I guarantee you that the game will not be as fun, especially for a first playthrough.
It's literally meaningless. Gear matters far, far more. With good dragonforged gear and Periapt buffing items, you can be extremely powerful and not worry about damage output, even on Hard Mode.
Experiment with vocations. Stick with one you like, or change constantly to unlock augments and experiment with weapons, or whatever. Play how you like, but don't worry about the stat growth because min-maxing is a total waste of time and I guarantee you that the game will not be as fun, especially for a first playthrough.
Was killing some time waiting for the dad to spawn for "Land of Opportunity", managed to get a good pic of my pawn for now:
Gamertag: Zeta Ori
Pawn name: Ori
Pawn level: 18
Pawn vocation: Fighter
Additional details: Aggressive, skills not finalized
Looking great!He didn't turn out so bad.
Bonus points for not having a scantily clad red-haired female mage, you guys are cool
Trophies are inherently inconsequential, and the affinity system can be completely bypassed with the Arison's Bond. So yes, Escort Quest are largely inconsequential. Do them if you want/enjoy them but they are pretty much the definition of filler.
....Yes
black cobra
Member
Does anyone have server connection issues? I can rent pawns easily, but wen i rest at inns it simply won't connect. I also lost around 15 k of Rc due to this issue.
Sorry Dragon's Dogma gaf if my pawn is not up to snuff :/
Sorry Dragon's Dogma gaf if my pawn is not up to snuff :/
Not sure if it's been mentioned, but-
I would definitely recommend NOT using the infinite teleport stone until after the endgame.
The game was designed around the risk-reward of starting a journey in the morning and getting back to safety by night. It is one of the few RPGs that have this sort of system, and it is really fun to play. Do you push just a bit further and try to get back while it's dark? Night time is terrifying.
The infinite teleport object completely ruins this aspect, which IMO was one of the best parts of Dragon's Dogma.
I would definitely recommend NOT using the infinite teleport stone until after the endgame.
The game was designed around the risk-reward of starting a journey in the morning and getting back to safety by night. It is one of the few RPGs that have this sort of system, and it is really fun to play. Do you push just a bit further and try to get back while it's dark? Night time is terrifying.
The infinite teleport object completely ruins this aspect, which IMO was one of the best parts of Dragon's Dogma.
disappeared
Banned
They mayeswell have just called them "affinity" missions cuz that's all they're really good for.
xxRONN1Nxx
Member
How do I change vocations??
And is there a way to tell Story quest from side quest?
And is there a way to tell Story quest from side quest?
Playing on Xbox One. Having issues by the river north west of Gran Soren. I was walking on one side of the river and the game crashed a couple of times. Tried to walk the other side and the trees near the beach look all blurry (very different to the trees everywhere else) and if I pause the game to check the map it freezes. Anyone else having issues there or no?
You have to reach Gran Soren, the capital of Gransys. You go there normally during the quest where you escort the hydra head that you sever in the encampment near Cassardis. Not sure if you can go there early. I don't remember. Anyway, there's an innkeeper guy there who will let you switch vocations, and present you with six additional vocation options: Warrior, Ranger, Sorcerer, Mystic Knight, Magick Archer, and Assassin
xxRONN1Nxx
Member
Cool thanks. Also I'm having so much hell finding a vendor lol.
Is there some indication who a vendor is or where on map?
There should be at least one in every major settlement, plus some wandering the roads. I feel like there are markers to indicate the ones in settlements, if you look at the local map. Would have to double check though.
WhiskerFrisker
Member
Just a reminder to all to rent my pawn out. I need RC and beast knowledge. Please drag her around.
PSN ID: humbleboy13
Pawn name: Arys
Pawn level: 30
Pawn vocation: Strider (Challenger/ Mitigator; She has a good strength and health stat since she started as a fighter if that matters to you)
Additional details: If you're going to add me, please tell me your GAF name.
PSN ID: humbleboy13
Pawn name: Arys
Pawn level: 30
Pawn vocation: Strider (Challenger/ Mitigator; She has a good strength and health stat since she started as a fighter if that matters to you)
Additional details: If you're going to add me, please tell me your GAF name.
I'll give it a look when I get home since I'm on Xbox as well.
Ta
I've got your pawn with me at the mo' If it's an issue for other people too then I hope it's patched soon. If it's just an issue for me i'll have to try redownloading.
Blurry trees and map freezes were on the side of the river closest to Gran Soren. Regular crashes were on the other side. Both were I think about halfway along
(Can't check because of the map crashing...)WiiredShawn
Member
My girlfriend asked me to put an update that her pawn is now in the 40s, dressed scantily
(as a dude), and still loves adventure.
PSN ID: Agacerie
Pawn name: Sofiane
Pawn vocation: Ranger, Rank 7
Pawn level: 43
She tries to take out the pawns of people who friend her, so feel free to add and she'll add you back.
(as a dude), and still loves adventure.
PSN ID: Agacerie
Pawn name: Sofiane
Pawn vocation: Ranger, Rank 7
Pawn level: 43
She tries to take out the pawns of people who friend her, so feel free to add and she'll add you back.
Actually just took him for a spin right before reading this. We killed 2 elder ogres (100,000+ exp) so hopefully that translates into some good rift crystal income.
I like the new design, with his shirt off he reminds me a little of Link during that sumo wrestling mini-game in Twilight Princess.
I always just upgrade to the highest level if I can, so I think it doesn't matter? At least I hope it doesn't.
Jimnymebob
Member
100% agree.
Hell, I didn't use a normal ferrystone until I'd reached the
Greatwall Encampment
Stallion Dan
Member
If you rented pawns that already done the quest they would have told you to run.
black cobra
Member
Which is why i love this game.
Maybe just a quick update:
PSN ID:
Pawn name: Gwen
Pawn level: 19
Pawn vocation: Mage (redhead, i know...)
Additional details: Utilitarian/Acquistior
will summon gaf pawns as much as i can
dragonzdogma
Member
Besides the OP ps3 to ps4 changes are there any others changes not mentioned?
Infliction is no longer bugged
I see an option to disable the pawn chatter
what else?
I don't think the little witch escort mission or Quina escort missions are useless,
I think they open up other story branches...I'm almost sure of it.
I could be wrong?
Infliction is no longer bugged
I see an option to disable the pawn chatter
what else?
I don't think the little witch escort mission or Quina escort missions are useless,
I think they open up other story branches...I'm almost sure of it.
I could be wrong?
138
Banned
Besides the OP ps3 to ps4 changes are there any others changes not mentioned?
Infliction is no longer bugged
I see an option to disable the pawn chatter
what else?
Heh, I disabled the Pawn chatter during the tutorial when I started getting a cacophony of "helpful" hints. I'll take my chances, Pawns. Hope I don't regret it...
So I've come across two totally OP bandits when traveling to Witchwood (after Quina). They kill me and the pawns in two hits and I can barely inflict a scratch on them. Took me like 20 minutes just to take one out and that was after being extremely cautious. Are they supposed to be there?
usp84
Member
Yes and i advise you to what i did(after asking the same thing a few pages back).
Run and ignore the bandits.
Stallion Dan
Member
I've completed the quest already but I was just wondering if that was intended (not supposed to be there yet) or a bug or something. So far I can't exactly tell if I'm under-leveled or over-leveled for certain quests yet. The lizard monsters in the well quest took me some time too.. I was at level 9 at the time.