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Vigil's Keep

Dragon Age: Origins - Ultimate Edition guide · Awakening expansion
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Vigil's Keep serves as the main stronghold and home base for the Grey Wardens in the Awakening expansion. After fighting off an initial darkspawn assault to liberate the fortress, you use the keep to recruit companions, manage upgrades, and decide the fate of Amaranthine. The area includes the exterior grounds, interior throne room, and extensive underground basements and crypts.

Related quests: Ines the Botanist

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Enemies

Genlock Emissary

Casts disruptive spells and supports darkspawn groups during the initial siege

Ogre Alpha
Weak to Fire

Mini-boss encountered in the courtyard during the battle to retake the Keep

The Withered

Elite talking darkspawn mage fought in the deeper subterranean tunnels

Shops and people

  • Herren: Armor, weapons, crafting supplies, and Masterwork upgrades
  • Ambassador Cauthrien: Runes and magical goods

Tips

  • Invest in all upgrades for the Keep's walls, soldiers, and granite supply with Seneschal Varel to ensure its survival in the endgame.
  • Complete all companion quests and talk to your party members inside the throne room before embarking on the final sequence, as access will be locked off.

Not listed for this area: secrets.

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