Collectible Achievements

Dragon Age: Inquisition offers a wealth of collectibles scattered across its vast world, and many of these contribute to earning achievements. Tracking down these items not only rewards you with in-game progress and lore but also provides a sense of accomplishment as you unlock trophies. The game features various types of collectibles, each with its own purpose and location.

Types of Collectibles:

Astrariums: These celestial puzzles are found in various regions. Solving them often reveals the location of a treasure chest.
Bottles of Thedas: Collecting these bottles unlocks lore entries about the world and its history.
Dwarven Mugs: Found in specific locations, these contribute to a collection and often have lore attached.
Gates of Segrummar: These are ancient dwarven gates that, when activated, reveal lore about dwarven history.
High Dragons: While not strictly collectibles in the traditional sense, defeating all High Dragons is a significant achievement.
Landmarks: Discovering all landmarks in each region is crucial for exploration-based achievements.
Mosaics: Fragments that, when assembled, reveal images related to ancient elven lore.
Regions: Fully exploring all areas within a region contributes to map completion achievements.
Shards: These magical fragments are scattered throughout the world and can be used to unlock a special treasure chest in the Fade.
Skyhold Customizations: Certain items found or earned can be used to customize Skyhold, contributing to achievements.
Songs: Finding all the musical scores unlocks lore and contributes to achievements.

Achievement Tracking: The game provides an in-game journal that tracks your progress on various collectibles. You can check your status for each type of collectible to see how close you are to completion. Many achievements are tied to collecting a certain number of items or finding all of a specific type within a region or the entire game.

Tips for Collecting:

Explore Thoroughly: Don't rush through areas. Take the time to investigate every nook and cranny.
Use Your Map: The in-game map is your best friend for tracking discovered landmarks and areas.
Listen for Clues: Some collectibles, like shards, emit a distinct sound when you are nearby.
Consult Guides: If you're struggling to find a particular item, external guides can be invaluable.

The 'Master Cartographer' achievement, for example, requires you to discover all landmarks in every region. 'The Bard' requires finding all songs. Focusing on collectibles can also lead you to discover hidden areas, unique items, and engaging side quests that you might otherwise miss.