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A Business Discussion
Dragon Age II

A Business Discussion

Navigate Dragon Age II's 'A Business Discussion' quest with our expert guide. Find all items, complete objectives, and uncover secrets in Lowtown.

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Navigate Dragon Age II's 'A Business Discussion' quest with our expert guide. Find all items, complete objectives, and uncover secrets in Lowtown.

Alright, let's get this 'A Business Discussion' quest wrapped up. This one's pretty straightforward, mostly involving a bit of talking and some light exploration in Lowtown. We'll be heading to The Hanged Man, so make sure Varric is in your party – he's key to finishing this up.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head over to Lowtown and make your way into The Hanged Man. It's the usual spot for these kinds of meetings.
  2. 2
    Once inside, find and talk to Varric. He's the one who kicks off the actual 'discussion' part of this quest. Completing this chat will wrap up the quest and give you a nice codex update about The Grey Wardens.
  3. 3
    Before you rush off to the next thing, take a moment to search The Hanged Man thoroughly. There's a chest tucked away in a room in the northwest corner. Loot it to snag the Shawl of Dalesdottir.
  4. 4
    Across the hall from that room, you'll find another with a barrel and a book detailing Maleficarum. Grab whatever's in the barrel.
  5. 5
    The last accessible room in The Hanged Man has a crate. Don't forget to loot that too!
  6. 6
    After you've scoured The Hanged Man, head back to Gamlen’s House. You'll want to check the Writing Desk there.
  7. 7
    Interact with the Writing Desk and read the note you find. This will trigger a new Secondary Quest for you: ‘Bait and Switch’.
Tips
  • Make sure Varric is in your party before you head to The Hanged Man. The quest progresses through him.
  • Don't skip looting the containers in The Hanged Man; you can find some decent gear and lore items.
  • Reading the note on the Writing Desk is crucial for starting the 'Bait and Switch' quest, so don't miss it!
  • Codex update on The Grey Wardens.
  • Potential loot from chests, barrels, and crates within The Hanged Man.
  • Starts the Secondary Quest 'Bait and Switch'.

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