Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Complete Guide to All Fen’harel Altar Locations

In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, uncovering Fen’harel Altars offers an extra edge in battle by providing a free skill point with each altar you activate. These shrines honour Fen’harel, or the Dread Wolf, and guide players to powerful spectral wolves hidden across Thedas and the Crossroads. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of every Fen’harel Altar, including tips for tracking down each one’s spectral wolf and skill-enhancing decor.

Key Features of Fen’harel Altars

Each Fen’harel Altar points toward a path where a spectral wolf appears. This wolf leaves behind a glowing object, granting a +1 skill point upon collection. These skill points are invaluable for enhancing character builds, from increasing abilities to unlocking perks for various classes.

Detailed Altar Locations

Arlathan Forest Altars

1. Shoreside Courtyard
   • Quest Tie-In: Accessible while completing Bellara’s Echoes of the Past or Harding’s An Unfamiliar Sense.
   • Details: Located in a tunnel behind the stream. Follow the spectral wolf to the platform above Shoreside Courtyard.
2. Tainted Woods
   • Details: Situated in the eastern forest. Climb the ledges and destroy barrels to reveal a path to the altar. The spectral wolf appears further down the path to the right.
3. Northwestern Arlathan
   • Quest Tie-In: Accessible during the Magic of the Ancients quest.
   • Details: Head to the top of the area with zip lines. The spectral wolf’s object lies across a stone platform opposite the altar.

Dock Town Altars

4. Andraste’s Watch
   • Details: Found at the edge of a wooden walkway in Andraste’s Watch. Follow the spectral wolf to the bottom of a pit, but beware of demons and a blight pod concealing a Darkspawn Champion.
5. Spillway/Seclusion
   • Quest Tie-In: Part of Pinnacle of Its Kind, where you encounter Bataris.
   • Details: In the chamber near water in the western Spillway, activate a power crystal to bridge the gap and access the altar.

Treviso Altar

6. Dellamorte Estates
   • Location: Accessible from the Heart and Central beacon.
   • Details: Head east from the beacon, then go to the back of Dellamorte Estates. The spectral wolf’s object lies hidden in a small northern nook.

Hossberg Wetlands Altars

7. Flooded Farmlands
   • Location: Eastern part of the Hossberg Wetlands.
   • Details: Behind a hut in the far east, follow the altar’s direction to find the spectral wolf’s object near a smaller hut close to the fast travel point.
8. Lost Village
   • Details: This altar points towards a ruined wall section, leading you to the spectral wolf’s object nearby.

Rivain Coast Altars

9. Initial Fort Area
   • Quest Tie-In: Accessible early on when you arrive at Rivain Coast.
   • Details: Located atop a stone fort; use companion abilities to reach it. The spectral wolf’s object lies on a nearby beach.
10. Rock Formations
    • Details: Found among large rocks in an open area. Climb to the top of one formation, and follow the wolf’s direction to collect the glowing object.

Crossroads Altars

Converged City Altars

11. Converged City Slope
    • Location: Southern landmass, along a sloping path on the left.
    • Details: After activating the altar, the spectral wolf will appear at the cliff’s edge, leading to the object.
12. Lost Ages Arena
    • Quest Tie-In: Gate of Lost Ages in Dock Town.
    • Details: Unlock the area by defeating Quyn the Sparkwielder in Dock Town, then enter the Lost Ages to complete a crystal puzzle. In the arena, clear enemies and follow the altar’s direction to find the object. This is where you’ll also find a Regrets of the Dread Wolf statuette.

Elvhenan’s Haven Altars

13. Cliffside Ledge
    • Location: Eastern floating landmass, Elvhenan’s Haven.
    • Details: Arrange statues to face each other, forming a bridge to reach the wolf’s object on a distant rock formation. You’ll also find a Regrets of the Dread Wolf statuette here.

Heights of Athim Altars

14. Ruined Hut
    • Location: Heights of Athim region.
    • Details: Beside a ruined hut, the altar faces a large cliff gate. Use a zipline to reach the spectral wolf’s object on the cliffside.
15. Fortress Courtyard
    • Details: In the back courtyard of the fortress, activate the altar, which points to a nearby building where the wolf’s glowing object lies.

Tips for Tracking Fen’harel Altars

• Follow the Direction: After interacting with each altar, note the direction it faces, as it leads you to the spectral wolf.
• Plan Your Route: Some altars are within quest areas, so coordinate to save time by picking them up alongside relevant missions.
• Skill Point Advantage: Every altar grants a valuable skill point, allowing for significant upgrades, especially on higher difficulty levels.

What’s Next After Activating Fen’harel Altars?

Once you’ve collected all Fen’harel altar rewards, consider searching for Evanuris Altars as they grant a permanent health boost, complementing the skill points provided by Fen’harel. Combined, these altars allow you to build a powerful character equipped for the most challenging battles in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.

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