Ealisay

Complete guide to the Ealisay section in Dragon Age: Dreadwolf, covering riddle solutions, party mimic battles, spatial puzzles, and critical choices affecting the story and rewards.

Riddle: The smallest lark could carry it, while a strong man might not. Of what do I speak?

Answer: A tune

After solving the riddles, the door unlocks. You'll encounter a mimic of your party. The next room presents a spatial puzzle requiring individual character movement. Follow the diagram and directions below to proceed:

Diagram Key: L = Left, R = Right, S = Center, numbers indicate positions.

Directions:

1. Move characters to R1, R2, L3.
2. Move one character to S1.
3. Move character on R1 to L6.
4. Move character on S1 to S2.
5. Move character on L3 to R4, then R2 to L1.
6. Move character on S2 to S3.
7. Move character on L6 to R5, then R4 to L5.
8. Cross the bridge.

On the other side, approach the altar and remove your gear to pass through flames, completing the quest. Loot the Unfortunate Adventurer for the [BELT OF THE MAGISTER LORDS] and [GOLDEN DEMON PENDANT]. Two [CHESTS] are nearby, one requiring high cunning.

You must now make a choice: defile the ashes or take a pinch. Defiling the ashes will cause Leliana and Wynne to turn hostile. If you choose this path, ensure your party consists of your Mabari, Morrigan, and Zevran to avoid losing party members. The Guardian will attack regardless of your party composition.

If you defile the ashes, Kolgrim will await you outside. Drinking from the chalice unlocks the Reaver Specialization. You can then betray Kolgrim to loot [KOLGRIM'S HORN], which summons the High Dragon, and the unique Two-handed battleaxe [FAITH'S EDGE]. Head to the center of the Mountain Top to kill the Drake and Cultists, looting the [DRAKE SCALE]. If you choose to use Kolgrim's Horn, you will fight the High Dragon.

High Dragon Fight

Drops: Maetashear War Axe, Crow Dagger, Antivan Longbow, The Long Sight, Storm Talons, Qunari Siege Gauntlets, Pure Bitch Braid, Deadhead Charge, Grandmaster Flame Rune, Dragon Scale.

Strategy: This battle is similar to the Flemeth fight. Have your tank engage the High Dragon while other characters stay behind, out of range of tail swipes. If the High Dragon chomps the tank, use stun, bash, or freeze abilities to force a release. Hexes, fire resistance gear, and warmth balms are effective. Spells like Winter's Grasp and Cone of Cold can cause a temporary freeze. While the High Dragon cannot be shattered, a freeze combined with Stone Fist deals good damage. Maintain party health with Health Poultices and ensure mages have Lyrium Potions for sustained support.

Looting the Dragon Scale initiates the [DRAGON SCALE ARMOR] quest. Take the western shortcut back to the Ruined Temple and speak with Genitivi, showing him the pouch of Ashes. Return to Redcliffe Castle and approach Bann Teagan. Use the ashes to heal Arl Eamon. Accepting his reward grants the Champion Specialization and the [REDCLIFFE ELITE SHIELD]. Show mercy to Jowan to allow him to live.

Travel to Denerim and turn in [FORGOTTEN VERSES] to Sister Justine. At Wade's Emporium, turn in the [DRAKE SCALE ARMOR] and [DRAGON SCALE ARMOR] quests. Turn in Drake Scales first, paying 10 and 20 sovereigns for better quality. Choose Dragon Scale last, paying 30 sovereigns for superior quality. Enter Genitivi's abode and discuss a reward. Shops now offer improved items.