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The video provides a comprehensive guide for effectively playing "Dragon's Dogma" in 2023. Major themes include optimizing gameplay through resource management, strategic exploration, and utilizing specific game mechanics to gain advantages. Key points cover leveraging weapons (e.g., rusted weapons upgraded for status effects), exploiting shops for item enhancements and copies (notably the Black Cat shop in Grand Soarin), and performing strategic glitches (e.g., the door glitch for early access to powerful items).
Important names and places include the vendor Varnival, who should be kept available for vital items like Demon's and Conqueror’s periaps, the Duskmoon Tower for executing the door glitch, and Bitterblack Isle for valuable items and significant XP. The Maker’s Finger, a powerful arrow sold by Fornival, and strategic augmentation of stats across various vocations are also highlighted. The video stresses the importance of elemental weaknesses in combat, efficient item and skill upgrades for the player’s Pawn, and optimal party composition involving magic, ranged, and aggressive combatants.
End-game and DLC strategies include maintaining high health levels through proper gear, mage support, and healing items like spring water. The speaker further outlines tactics for acquiring superior weapons, particularly Bitterblack Isle weapons, by completing critical quests such as "A Cursed Errand." Utilizing a Magic Archer with the Ricochet Seeker skill is recommended for efficiently dealing with tough DLC enemies. Conclusively, while the game may not be inherently difficult, thorough preparation and strategic approach are essential for success.
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In this part of the video, the creator shares 20+ tips for playing “Dragon’s Dogma” effectively in 2023. Key actions and details include leveraging rusted weapons from the start, as they are valuable when upgraded to inflict status effects. The black cat shop in Grand Soarin is highlighted for upgrading materials, and the ability to copy items is emphasized for efficient enhancement. The importance of Demon’s and Conqueror’s periaps, which significantly boost magic and strength, is discussed, stressing the need to keep the vendor Varnival available by ensuring he is not found guilty during a specific quest. The creator advises exploring Bitterblack Isle early for valuable items and XP gains, using throwblasts from Estella’s shop to manage enemies.
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In this part of the video, the speaker explains a technique called the “door glitch” necessary to obtain valuable items in the game “Dragon’s Dogma.” To perform the glitch, players need to dismiss their pawns to avoid interference, then use barrels to clip through locked doors in Duskmoon Tower. This tactic grants access to powerful early-game items, such as the Ring of Perseverance, various weapon and armor pieces, and vocation-specific equipment.
The video also advises on acquiring the Worm King’s Ring without handing it permanently to the Duke by making a copy at the Black Cat, resulting in reduced casting time for spells. Additionally, the importance of earning augments by playing different vocations to enhance various stats is highlighted, noting that for optimal builds, certain vocations should be prioritized based on the augments they provide.
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In this part of the video, the speaker emphasizes the importance of ranking up each vocation in “Dragon’s Dogma” to access a variety of passives. The player’s Pawn, an AI-controlled character, should have their skills and loot regularly upgraded, aiming to obtain dragonforged gear for effective combat assistance. New players are advised to start on normal or easy difficulty, reserving hard mode for experienced players or New Game Plus runs due to the higher money drops. The Maker’s Finger, a unique arrow sold by Fornival, is highlighted for its ability to kill most enemies instantly.
Elemental weaknesses are crucial, with the speaker recommending having at least two different elements, such as lightning and holy, for versatility in battles. Notice boards with quests should be utilized, though escort quests, despite their challenging locations, are beneficial for unlocking powerful weapons and additional quests.
To prevent food from rotting in the inventory, it should be stored in the stash. Pawns are noted for their utility outside of combat, such as carrying heavy items, illuminating dark areas, mining, and safely opening chests in Bitterblack Isle. Finally, the segment underscores the critical role of maintaining full health after tough battles.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker provides strategies for effectively maintaining party health, such as having a mage, buying healing items, using Rift stones, and filling up on spring water, which heals the entire party. They emphasize the importance of proper gear and augments for monster climbing, recommending the use of daggers for their speed and skills like Scarlet Kiss or Gouge from the Assassin vocation. The video also stresses the significance of party composition, suggesting a mix of magic, ranged combat, and aggressive members. Tips are provided for acquiring better gear, including purchasing from blacksmiths post-idol donation and farming specific loot spots like a cliff with a Golem on the map’s bottom left. Lastly, the segment touches on the challenging mechanic of obtaining Bitterblack Isle gear, highlighting the randomness and potential grind involved.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains the process of obtaining superior weapons in “Dragon’s Dogma.” Once reaching the third sanctuary called The Arisen’s Refuge, players should grab the three quests on the notice board, focusing on the quest “A Cursed Errand,” which requires collecting three Cursed Dragon Horns. To defeat Cursed Dragons and acquire the horns, the speaker suggests placing rancid bait meat at Duskmoon Tower, using blast arrows, holy damage, or rusted weapons for an advantage. After acquiring the horns and completing the quest, Barack will then sell Bitterblack Isle weapons, which are essential for tackling the DLC dungeons. For players struggling with the DLC, using a Magic Archer with the Ricochet Seeker skill is advised as it easily decimates enemies. Finally, the speaker reflects on the overall tips provided, suggesting that while the game may not be excessively difficult, strategic preparation is crucial.