In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, after recruiting Taash during ‘The Dragon Slayer,’ players explore the Coasts of Rivain to uncover the secrets of the Guard’s Vault. This guide details the steps to unlock its three locks: using Taash’s dragon breath to clear paths, following a guiding spirit, and capturing a will-o’-the-wisp. Successfully unlocking the vault rewards players with unique items, including the ‘Shard of the Void’ ring and other valuable treasures.
Exploring the Guard’s Vault in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
After successfully recruiting **Taash** during the main quest titled **’The Dragon Slayer’** in **Dragon Age: The Veilguard**, you’re ready to embark on a thrilling adventure in the **Coasts of Rivain**. This journey will lead you to uncover hidden chambers and secret locations, all thanks to **Taash’s dragon breath** and the intriguing puzzles that guard invaluable treasures. However, finding the solutions to these puzzles can be a challenge, particularly when you arrive at **Guard’s Castle**.
As you descend the stairs to the right, use Taash’s powers to clear the crystals obstructing your path. You will discover a narrow corridor featuring three shields on the wall, a skeleton clutching a letter, and a locked door. By examining the letter, you will realize that the shields are actually locks, which initiates the quest **’The Guard’s Vault’**—paving the way to unveil the secrets behind the door. Let’s dive into how to unlock the three locks of **The Guard’s Vault**!
Unlocking the Three Locks of the Guard’s Vault
First Lock of the Guard’s Vault
To access **the first lock**, head back to the entrance of **Guard’s Castle**. Look to your right for a wall that can be demolished using Taash’s dragon breath. Just to the left of the newly created entrance, you’ll spot **three shields on the wall**. Ignite the **three torches** positioned above them, and you’ll hear a distinct sound.
Curious about the noise? Ascend to the upper level, and you’ll notice a lever that has appeared beneath **three flaming shields**. Pull this lever to unlock the door, granting you access to a treasure chest and, more importantly, another lever that releases the first lock of the Guard’s Vault.
Second Lock of the Guard’s Vault
For **the second lock**, delve deeper into the Guard’s Castle, aiming for the southwest corner of the vault. In an open area, you’ll encounter **a skewered skeleton** surrounded by green butterflies. Examine the corpse, and a spirit will materialize.
Follow this spirit throughout the castle. Unlike you, it can glide through walls, but it won’t stray too far. Soon, you’ll find it **near another skeleton to the north**. Approach it, and the spirit will beckon you to follow once more.
This time, the ghost will lead you further north, **close to a skeleton near the entrance of the Guard’s Castle**. The game of hide-and-seek continues, as you must track it down one last time.
You’ll locate the spirit to the south, **in the back of the large room housing the vault**, next to a grand statue. As you get closer, the spirit will create an opening in the wall, revealing a lever that unlocks the second lock of the Guard’s Vault.
Third Lock of the Guard’s Vault
To tackle **the third lock**, make your way to the courtyard south of the Guard’s Castle. To your right, you’ll notice a structure that Taash can dismantle with his dragon breath, unveiling **a ladder**. Ascend to the third floor to capture **a will-o’-the-wisp**.
Draw the will-o’-the-wisp to follow you back down to the lower floor. Re-enter the Guard’s Castle through the nearest entrance, where you’ll encounter crystals that require melting away with Taash’s powers. **Drop the will-o’-the-wisp at the opening in the wall at the end of the corridor**, and a skeleton will unlock the nearby door. Inside, you’ll find a treasure chest and the lever that opens the third and final lock of the Guard’s Vault.
Once the Guard’s Vault is unlocked, return to claim your rewards, which include the unique ring **’Shard of the Void’**, a standard weapon (such as **’Stormhowler +3’**), the rare intermediate armor **’Stringed Outfit +3’** for Taash, and the memory item **’Petrified Dragon Egg’**. Enjoy your treasure hunting in this captivating game!