Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dragonplague Explained

Dragonplague Infection

Dragonplague, a devastating affliction in Dragon’s Dogma 2, threatens not just individual pawns but the entire city. It’s a critical mechanic that significantly alters gameplay. This infection is spread primarily by drakes, formidable creatures that can infect pawns with a single stare. These infected pawns can then spread the disease further by entering the main city. Importantly, this silent, insidious nature of the infection makes detection challenging. Pawns don’t display visible symptoms immediately after contracting the plague, allowing it to fester unnoticed until it’s too late, resulting in the city’s imminent doom.

The infection path can be identified using the following:

• Drakes are the primary source of infection for pawns.
• Hiring infected pawns from the Rift is another common way of introducing the plague to your save.
• Pawns show no immediate signs of infection, leading to its covert spread.
• The disease’s progression results in the transformation of infected pawns into shadowy dragons. These creatures then violently kill everyone in the city (or area) they are within.
• The loss of NPCs leads to a critical point of no return if not addressed promptly.

Dragonplague Symptoms and Prevention

While the disease is insidious in its initial stages, there are ways to detect and, more importantly, prevent the catastrophic spread of Dragonplague. Infected pawns exhibit subtle, but crucial, signs that can be used to identify the infection early. These telltale symptoms provide players with a chance to act quickly.

• Glowing Red Eyes: Infected pawns exhibit a glowing red coloration in their eyes, a visual clue for early detection.
• Unusual Pain: Infected pawns may experience periodic bouts of pain, manifested as headaches or similar symptoms. This may not occur frequently.
• Behavioral Changes: A noticeable shift in the pawn’s demeanor can be indicative. They might become more defiant, argumentative, or refuse orders, suggesting a deeper, underlying issue.

Early detection and swift action are key to preventing the widespread devastation Dragonplague causes. Prevention lies in early dismissal. Immediately dismiss any suspected infected pawns. If your main pawn contracts the plague, the most effective, albeit drastic, solution is to slay them and immediately relocate them via the Brine to reset their status. Crucially, this method resets their state. This action will clear your current save file of the dangerous disease, and you can recall your pawn from any Rift. Importantly, prevent the spread by acting upon these clues promptly. Taking the necessary steps to manage any infected pawns is essential to preventing widespread devastation.

Ultimately, prevention is paramount in mitigating the devastation Dragonplague brings. Ignoring or misinterpreting the subtle signs can lead to irreparable losses. The effort to detect and address Dragonplague infections are crucial to maintaining a successful playthrough in Dragon’s Dogma 2.