The Mystic Spearhand is an advanced Vocation in Dragon’s Dogma 2 that players can unlock relatively early in their adventure. However, due to certain prerequisites and specific encounters, it's quite easy to miss. Fortunately, there are two primary ways to unlock the Mystic Spearhand Vocation: completing a particular quest or finding a specific NPC later on in the game. This guide will provide detailed steps through both methods, ensuring you don't miss out on this powerful Vocation.
How to Begin Your Journey
Before diving into the paths leading to the Mystic Spearhand, it's crucial to have a basic understanding of the game's mechanics and the conditions required to unlock advanced Vocations. In Dragon’s Dogma 2, Vocations determine your abilities, fighting style, and overall effectiveness in combat. Advanced Vocations like the Mystic Spearhand often require specific quests or interactions to unlock.
Starting the Readvent of Calamity Quest
One of the initial ways to unlock the Mystic Spearhand is through the Readvent of Calamity quest. However, to initiate this quest, players must have completed at least one of Captain Brant's missions. Notable guests under Brant's command include:
If you have already completed all of Brant’s quests, you might be unable to start the Readvent of Calamity, requiring you to pursue the second method for unlocking the Mystic Spearhand.
Encountering the Dragon in Melve
Once you have completed one of Brant’s quests, your next destination is Melve. Upon your return, you will find the village under attack by a dragon once again. This dragon, carrying a debilitating disease, presents a unique challenge where you'll need to focus on the blisters covering its body during combat.
The method of handling the dragon depends greatly on your chosen Vocation:
Ranged-based Vocations (e.g., Archer, Mage) have the advantage of striking from a distance, aiming at the afflicted blisters. - Melee-based Vocations (e.g., Warrior) require a more hands-on approach, getting up close to the dragon to target the blisters. During this intense battle, you will notice a mysterious man employing a unique fighting technique. Pay close attention because this man holds the key to your new Vacation.
Meeting the Key Characters
After the battle concludes, a cutscene will play featuring three characters: Ulrika, Sigurd, and Lennart. Focus on Sigurd, the man showcasing the peculiar fighting style. Engaging in a conversation with him about his combat methods will unlock the Mystic Spearhand Vocation.
If you are unable to speak to Sigurd immediately after the cutscene, you should visit the inn or rest on a bench until the morning. Head to the ruined part of Melve and look for Sigurd near the well. If he is not there, don’t panic. Sigurd will reappear later.
Alternative Path: Finding Sigurd
If you missed the opportunity to unlock the Mystic Spearhand through the Readvent of Calamity quest, there is a second method. After leaving Melve, Sigurd settles in Harve Village, located southwest of Vernworth.
Completing the Monster Culling Quest
To unlock the necessary interaction with Sigurd, you must complete the Monster Culling quest, which is part of the main storyline in Vernworth provided by Brant in the tavern. This quest will lead you to Harve Village to assist soldiers battling numerous Saurians. Here are some tips for handling the Saurians:
- Saurians have a notable weakness to fire attacks. - Damaging their tails can significantly weaken them.
After your initial battle with the Saurians, time will need to pass to allow the village to begin its recovery. Upon returning to the village, you will face another wave of Saurians before finally stabilizing the area.
Meeting Sigurd in Harve Village
Sigurd resides in a Coastal Hut on the far eastern side of Harve Village. Once you have saved the village and ensured its safety, you can find him here. Engage in dialogue with Sigurd and specifically ask about his unique fighting style to learn the Mystic Spearhand Vocation.
Switch and Utilize Your New Vocation
After unlocking the Mystic Spearhand Vocation by either completing the quests mentioned or finding Sigurd in Harve Village, you can change your Vocation in Dragon’s Dogma 2. This Vocation offers a blend of combat skills and spear techniques that can significantly enhance your gameplay experience.
Conclusion
Dragon’s Dogma 2 provides players with diverse Vocations to shape their adventure. Unlocking the Mystic Spearhand Vocation requires careful attention to quests and NPC interactions. Whether through the intense Readvent of Calamity quest or by assisting Sigurd in Harve Village, this guide ensures that players can confidently add this advanced Vocation to their repertoire.