Dragon Age: The Veilguard – Comprehensive Guide to the Hidden Hoard Quest

In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, players encounter a plethora of side quests that enrich the gameplay experience, one of which is A Hidden Hoard. This particular quest invites players on a treasure hunt through the city of Minrathous. Initially, it may appear to be a simple endeavor, but the true challenge lies in uncovering three crucial clues along with the treasure room itself. This detailed guide serves to assist you in locating all necessary clues and successfully completing A Hidden Hoard.

Triggering the A Hidden Hoard Quest

Notice board for A Hidden Hoard quest — Notice board for triggering A Hidden Hoard. Image by Prima Games.

To initiate A Hidden Hoard, you must first interact with the notice board located in the Wharf Crossing North region of Minrathous. You can conveniently access this area using a nearby fast travel point, where you will find the notice board situated to the north.

Locating the First Clue

Location of the first clue. Screenshot by Prima Games.

Your first objective is to reach the designated trail area, which is in close proximity to the notice board. Simply follow the road and head towards the right, where you will encounter a shop marked by a distinctive red neon sign.

Inside the shop, on the left side, you will find a table containing a note. Interacting with this note will enable you to progress in A Hidden Hoard, as it provides information hinting at the location of the second clue.

Finding the Second Clue

Location of the second clue. Image by Prima Games.

Return to the notice board to begin your search for the second clue. Locate the stairs opposite the notice board, leading to the Side Alley Bridge area. After reaching the top of the stairs, take a left and proceed through an entrance that leads into the crumbling structure of the Tidarion Tower.

Once inside, your task is to navigate the platforms and reach the first floor. Here, you will find another note on the left and a treasure chest containing the Shimmering Sight Charm Amulet on your right, which enhances rarity.

The second note will guide you toward the location of the third clue, directing you to visit the old tower situated by the water.

Discovering the Third Clue

To find the third clue, retrace your steps back to the stairs near the notice board. From there, take the left path and continue until you reach a branching route, where you must turn left again.

This path will lead you to the paper vendor in the Shoreline Passage of Minrathous. Here, multiple notes will be scattered across the tables; interact with the note on the right side to uncover the third clue.

This clue provides a Heavy Bronze Key and hints at the location of a room containing an Ancient Door where treasure awaits.

Uncovering the Ancient Door

Finding the Ancient Door. Image by Prima Games.

Your next step is to locate the Ancient Door, which is found in the Catacombs. Fortunately, the entrance is conveniently situated directly in front of the paper vendor.

Navigate through the narrow passage that connects the Shoreline Passage to the Catacombs, passing by a few parked boats. After entering the Catacombs, take the second left and go through the entrance that lies straight ahead.

As you venture down this corridor, be sure to open the chest on your left, where you can acquire the Dragon’s Brace utility belt. Continuing along the path, be prepared to face a group of mercenaries guarding the Ancient Door. Once you’ve defeated them, you can proceed into the treasure room.

Rewards from A Hidden Hoard Side Quest

Rewards after completing A Hidden Hoard — Treasure rewards inside the Ancient Door. Screenshot by Prima Games.

Once you have unlocked the Ancient Door using the Heavy Bronze Key, proceed to open the treasure chests within to claim the following rewards for completing A Hidden Hoard:

Taash’s Battlehorn Axe – rarity increase
Flying Kite Targe – rarity increase
Magister Bargain Amulet – rarity increase
100 Shadow Dragons Strength
500 XP

The Desperate in Dock Town Side Quest Connection

Desperate in Dock Town quest starting point — Desperate Demon quest initiation. Image by Prima Games.

Upon completion of A Hidden Hoard, players may find that it sometimes triggers the Desperate in Dock Town side quest. However, this transition does not occur for all players.

Notably, the quests In Memoriam, A Hidden Hoard, and Desperate in Dock Town are interconnected, meaning that failure to complete In Memoriam may prevent Desperate in Dock Town from triggering.

Two obstruction walls within the game restrict access to the Demon of Desperation, who preys on citizens of Minrathous by tempting them with promises of treasure followed by their demise.

Successfully completing In Memoriam will eliminate these barriers, granting you access to confront the Demon of Desperation and complete the series of related quests in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.

This comprehensive guide sums up everything you need to know about the A Hidden Hoard side quest in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.

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