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Sola’s Secret: The Ultimate Guide to Regrets of the Dread Wolf Quest in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
November 1, 2024If you’re already playing Dragon Age: The Veilguard and want to uncover some of Solas’ most intriguing secrets, then buckle up! The Regrets of the Dread Wolf quest is one of the game’s most rewarding (and intense) side quests. Not only will you go deeper into Solas’ backstory, but you’ll also snag some exclusive items. Let’s break down every single step of this quest to help you conquer it.
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What Is the “Regrets of the Dread Wolf” Quest All About?
In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the Regrets of the Dread Wolf quest is an emotional deep dive into Solas’ complex past, his connection with Mythal, and why he’s been so secretive. Plus, completing this quest rewards you with the exclusive Mythal’s Light weapon, making it a must-do for any serious Dragon Age fan.
Starting the Quest: Finding the Wolf Statuettes
Your mission kicks off with a search for six Wolf Statuettes scattered throughout Thedas. Don’t worry; Here is the breakdown of all their locations:
1. The Inquisitor’s Gift
- Location: Dock Town, during the main quest Shades of the Blight.
- How to Find It: Meet up with Morrigan and the Inquisitor, who will give you a statuette straight from Solas. This first one is almost like a nostalgic gift and will trigger the quest in your journal.
2. Converged City Exploration
- Location: Converged City, near the Gate of Lost Ages.
- How to Find It: After defeating the Darkspawn Champion in Dock Town, head over to Converged City and locate the Gate of Lost Ages. Solve a crystal/beam puzzle to reach the cliffside, where a Wolf Statuette awaits you next to a Fen’harel statue.
3. Converged City Dream Sequence
- Location: Converged City’s central area.
- How to Find It: Make your way through the shops and fight off enemies. At the very end, you’ll unlock a Wolf Statuette, ready to be claimed.
4. Heights of Athim Dream Sequence
- Location: Heights of Athim, in the Crossroads.
- How to Find It: Head to the snowy paths in the Crossroads. Follow the trail that loops around to the centre, then veer south to begin the dream sequence where another statuette is hidden.
5. Elv’henan’s Haven Dream Sequence
- Location: Elv’henan’s Haven, the island on the right of your map.
- How to Find It: Navigate past the Gate of Parched Hope and take the left path, which leads to a dream sequence where this statuette is hidden.
6. Elv’henan’s Haven Exploration
- Location: Northern Elv’henan’s Haven.
- How to Find It: Head north from the central area in Elv’henan’s Haven to find the final Wolf Statuette on an altar. Be ready for an ambush! Defeat the enemies and solve a statue puzzle, rotating the statues to face each other. This will unlock the path to the actual statuette.
Placing the Wolf Statuettes and Unlocking Solas’ Memories
With all six Wolf Statuettes in hand, it’s time to head back to the Lighthouse. Place each statuette on the altars in the main hall to unlock a series of cutscenes. Each scene reveals a piece of Solas’ past and explains his connection to Mythal, along with why he chose to imprison the other gods. Be prepared for your companions to chime in with their thoughts on these revelations, giving you a chance to respond in turn.
A Chat with Morrigan
After unlocking all of Solas’ memories, you’ll want to head back to the first area in the Crossroads. There, you’ll meet up with Morrigan, who offers you insight into the recent happenings in Thedas and her unique connection with Solas. This conversation also sets the stage for the next steps in the quest and opens up a special interaction with Mythal.
The Ultimate Decision: Convincing Mythal
Morrigan will guide(s) you to a snowy path that leads to a fragment of Mythal’s spirit. Here, you face an important decision—convince Mythal to grant you her power or prepare for a tough fight if things go south.
To gain Mythal’s favour, choose the following responses:
- “I want your help.”
- “We must stop the blight.” -> Follow up with “You stood against it.”
- “We must stop the gods.” -> Follow up with “They wronged you.”
- “We are worthy.” -> Follow up with “Building a safe place.”
If you get it right, Mythal will recognize your worthiness and gift you with Mythal’s Light, a powerful weapon that plays a crucial role in the game’s final stages. Here are its stats:
- Physical Damage: 0
- Stagger: 450
- Elemental Damage: +80 fire, necrotic, electricity, and cold damage
While this weapon doesn’t deal physical damage, it inflicts serious elemental damage—perfect for weakening enemies with elemental vulnerabilities.
What Happens if You Fail to Convince Mythal?
If your persuasion attempt fails, Mythal will morph into her terrifying dragon form, and you’ll be forced to battle her as Mythal’s Retribution. This is a Level 45 dragon fight, so be ready for a real challenge if you don’t manage to win her favour through dialogue.
Wrapping Up the Quest
Completing the Regrets of the Dread Wolf quest doesn’t just reward you with Mythal’s Light; it also provides valuable insight into Solas’ motives and backstory. Plus, it adds an emotional depth to the game’s storyline, showing just how much regret and complexity lies behind Solas’ actions. This quest is a must for any Dragon Age fan who wants to experience the full depth of the narrative.
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