Dragon Age II: Complete Friends in Low Places Walkthrough

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Alright, so you're looking to tackle 'Friends in Low Places' in Dragon Age II? This quest pops up in Act I, and it's a bit of a financial puzzle. You'll find the quest available at the Writing Desk in Gamlen's House. Keep in mind, you need to have completed over half of the main quests and either haven't paid Bartrand the 50 sovereigns yet, or you're in a situation where this is your absolute last resort to get that money. Let's get you through it!

Walkthrough

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Where: Gamlen's House.
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What: You'll find the quest prompt on the Writing Desk.
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What to do: Accept the quest.
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Why: This is how you start the mission.
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Where: Still in Gamlen's House.
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What: You'll be talking to Bartrand.
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What to do: You need to convince Bartrand to give you the money you're owed. He's going to be a bit resistant, naturally. The dialogue options here are key. You'll want to choose options that lean towards persuasion or, if that fails, a more direct approach.
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Why this way: Your dialogue choices will determine how this conversation plays out and if you get the money easily or have to resort to other means.
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Where: This part can vary depending on your choices. You might need to head back to the Writing Desk or speak with specific NPCs.
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What: You'll likely need to find evidence or make a deal to get your hands on the 50 sovereigns.
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What to do: Follow the quest markers and dialogue prompts. If you've already paid Bartrand, this quest might be about recouping that money or dealing with the fallout. If you haven't paid him, it's about securing the funds.
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Why this way: Missing a key dialogue option or failing to find the necessary information could lead to a less favorable outcome, potentially costing you more or delaying your progress.
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Where: The final steps usually involve returning to a specific location or person to report your findings or complete the transaction.
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What: You'll be reporting back to whoever is overseeing this financial transaction, likely related to your initial deal or debt.
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What to do: Make your final report or hand over the funds as required.
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Why this way: Completing the quest correctly will net you the reward and clear up any outstanding financial obligations related to this questline.

Tips

Keep an eye on your dialogue choices; they matter more than you think in Dragon Age II.
If you're struggling to find the money, check your inventory for any items you can sell, or revisit some of the optional quests you might have skipped.
This quest often ties into the larger financial struggles in Kirkwall, so pay attention to the context.

Experience Points
Gold
Potentially other items depending on your choices.

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