Viper is an important leader of the Shadow Dragons faction in Dragon Age: The Veil Guardoperating behind the scenes in the city of Minrathous. After the elven gods escape into the world, you will be asked to rescue this figure after he is captured by an enemy organization. The quest tied to this task offers great rewards, including a greater bond with the Shadow Dragons themselves.
Just as the elven gods began to wreak havoc on the world, a group called the Venatori kidnapped the Viper during the chaos. These enemies have always been a threat in Minrathous, but the Shadow Dragons stopped them while protecting the common people. Without the Viper, the streets of Dock Town in Minrathous have been overrun by Venatori, creating a dangerous situation for a daring rescue.
How to Start the Tempered Soul, Eternal Quest
Complete another mission first
The mission linked to saving the Viper is called “The Temperate, Eternal Soul” but you You cannot start this quest until you have completed other events in Dock Town. You have to complete the “Last Rites” search even before the Viper is hijacked. This quest involves dealing with various Venatori ritual sites spread across Minrathous and defeating many enemies.
You will have to stop the rituals at the Wharf Crossing North and Parthenius Main Docks locations in Dock Town during the “Last Rites” search. The enemies here are guarding barriers created by blood crystals, which are relevant artifacts used to trap the Viper later. Many of the enemies you face at the ritual sites will appear again as you try to save the Viper, so think about the best group combo in Dragon Age: The Veil Guard to face these enemies.
Concluding “The Last Rites” will reward you with extra points for your relationship with the Shadow Dragons faction in Dragon Age: The Veil Guard. You can also form bonds with certain companions, especially if they are linked in some way to the Shadow Dragons. With XP gained as well, you should receive a notification to “The Temperate, Eternal Soul” the moment you finish this mission.
How to save the viper
Rescue the mysterious leader from execution
When you complete the mission to save the Viper, you need to go to the Temple of Andraste in Dock Town immediately. The Venatori are planning to execute the leader of the Shadow Dragons here and have taken extra measures to defend the place from their allies. Most of the paths to the Viper are blocked, so you will need to find an alternative way to enter the Temple.
Go to the Andraste Observation Lighthousethen travel right until you see a Gaatlok barrel in the area. This barrel can be hit and detonated to blow a hole in the nearby wall, opening the way into the Temple of Andraste. Follow the path from the Temple to its Courtyardwhere you can ambush the Venatori enemies holding the Viper hostage.
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As you defeat the first Venatori enforcers and mages, several more will appear as the fight continues. Eliminate all enemies and destroy the Blood Crystals that trap the Viper in a magical barrier. Similar to the victims of “The Last Rites” mission, breaking each crystal will free Viper and save his life.
A small cutscene happens when you manage to free Viper from his Blood Crystal prison. Those who complete “The Temperate, Eternal Soul” are rewarded with:
- 1,000 XP
- 400 gold
- +250 Shadow Dragon Strength
- 2x faded silk
The best reward here is the increased bond with the Shadow Dragons faction, which increases by 350 Strength for completing both missions tied to the Viper. Anyone who takes the time to rescue the Viper at Dragon Age: The Veil Guard It will also free the city from Venatori influence, making it a safe place for people to travel once again.