Embark on a challenging quest in Dragon Age: The Veilguard, The Heart of Corruption, where you’ll confront some of the game’s toughest enemies. Unlocking the tangled door with three circular locks in The Crossroads, on Beacon Island, initiates this arduous journey. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough to help you navigate this intricate sidequest and emerge victorious.
Unlocking the Gates: Obtaining Champion Essences
To unlock the three locks on the door, you must first acquire three Champion Essences by defeating powerful ogres in different regions:
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Desmal, Bloodbound to Elger’nan:
This level 25 ogre awaits you on the rooftops of Treviso. Desmal is weak to Fire damage but resistant to Necrotic. Consider bringing companions like Taash or Davrin for their Fire skills, and a supporter like Harding or Bellara for healing. Avoid companions like Lucanis and Emmrich who use Necrotic skills. Defeating Desmal grants you the Champion Essence to unlock the Gate of Deep Sorrows in The Crossroads.*
The Disciple-in-Ichor:
This level 30 ogre resides in the swampy area known as The Old Crossroads within the Hossberg Wetlands. Like Desmal, this boss is vulnerable to Fire and resistant to Necrotic. Use the same team of Fire-wielding companions and a supportive healer to overcome this challenging foe. The Disciple-in-Ichor’s defeat unlocks the Gate of Parched Hopes in The Crossroads.*
Amarell the Unwoven:
You’ll find this level 35 ogre in Solitude’s Edge, also within the Hossberg Wetlands. Similar to the previous ogres, Amarell is weak to Fire and resistant to Necrotic damage. The same team strategy you employed previously will prove effective here. Once you vanquish Amarell, you’ll receive the final Champion Essence, allowing you to unlock the Gate of Pale Reflections in The Crossroads.Facing the Revenants: Obtaining Revenant Essences
With the three gates open, you’re now ready to confront the final three bosses and acquire the Revenant Essences needed to unlock the door with the three locks:
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Betrayal of Felassan:
Located in The Converged City at The Crossroads, this level 32 boss is vulnerable to Necrotic damage but resistant to Ice. Choose Emmrich or Lucanis as your main Necrotic damage dealer, accompanied by a supportive companion like Neve, Bellara, or Harding. Defeating Betrayal of Felassan grants you the first Revenant Essence.*
Slaughter of the Pillars:
This level 37 boss awaits you in Elvhenan’s Haven at The Crossroads. It also exhibits weakness to Necrotic damage and resistance to Ice. Utilize the same team composition you used for Betrayal of Felassan. Once you overcome Slaughter of the Pillars, you’ll receive the second Revenant Essence.*
Fall of the Protector:
This formidable level 42 boss is located in the Heights of Athim at The Crossroads. Unlike the previous bosses, Fall of the Protector is vulnerable to Ice damage but resistant to Fire. Bring along Neve as your main Ice damage dealer. If Neve is hardened in your game, ensure you bring Harding or Bellara for support. If she can heal, choose Lucanis or Emmrich. The final Revenant Essence is yours upon defeating Fall of the Protector.Confronting the Revenant Dragon: The Final Challenge
After unlocking the door with the three locks, you’ll face the ultimate challenge: a level 50 Revenant Dragon. This formidable dragon is vulnerable to Fire but resistant to Cold damage. Choose Taash or Davrin as your Fire damage dealers, and include Bellara or Harding for support. Avoid using Neve, as her Cold damage spells will be less effective.
Here are some additional tips for defeating the Revenant Dragon:
* Focus on breaking its armor using heavy attacks, targeting its tail or legs. Attacking the head can be challenging and risky.
* When the dragon is staggered, its heart will be vulnerable. Seize this opportunity to unleash maximum damage upon its heart before it recovers.
* If you have completed the Regrets of The Dread Wolf quest and convinced Mythal to grant you her powers, she will appear during the fight and aid you in dealing damage to the Revenant Dragon.
The Heart of Corruption quest is a true test of your skills and strategies. By following this detailed guide, you’ll be well-equipped to conquer its challenges and claim the rewards that await you at its conclusion. Good luck, Champion!
