Dragon’s Dogma 2 When Wills Collide Quest Guide

“When Wills Collide” is about as epic as it sounds, this short quest in Dragon’s Dogma 2 wraps up the main storyline and sets the stage for the game’s true potential. It also unlocks a couple of cool achievements! Let’s discuss how to start this quest and what to expect.
Prerequisites: The “Halls of the First Dawn” Questline
To unlock “When Wills Collide,” you’ll need to finish a series of quests collectively called “Halls of the First Dawn.” These pop up once you reach the Unmoored World, and Rothais, the mysterious leader of the refugees, will guide you through them. Here’s a quick list of what you need to do:
- Take out a golem and escort Henrique to retrieve a magical key.
- Help calm an internal conflict in Vermund by talking to both Brant and Prince Sven. This involves convincing the queen and sorting out some supply issues.
- Ernesto needs your help escorting a couple back to safety on Volcanic Island.
- There’s tension brewing in Bakbattahl – talk to Menella to bring some peace to the situation.
Some of these can get a bit tricky, so it’s worth checking out a more detailed guide if you get stuck. I won’t be discussing this in detail.
The Final Showdown (Of Sorts)

Once you’ve completed all the “Halls of the First Dawn” quests, head to the Talos waypoint, remember where you fought the Guardian Gigantus? It will be the same general area. This will trigger the “When Wills Collide” cutscene.
Wait, It’s Over Already?
Don’t worry, this ending quest is intentionally short. It’s more of a dramatic cliffhanger that leads to the true heart of Dragon’s Dogma 2, exploring the Unmoored World and fighting the dragons that threaten it.

Finishing “When Wills Collide” does more than just advance the story. It also unlocks a new red beacon at the Seafloor Shrine, challenging you to take on a powerful dragon. Remember, those red beacons throughout the world are your key to serious loot and slowing the threat of the red fog!
I hope this helps! Dragon’s Dogma 2’s world is massive, and there are tons of hidden quests and secrets to find.