DLC Items & Schematics

The Dragon Age: Inquisition DLCs introduce a wealth of powerful new items and crafting schematics, significantly enhancing your arsenal and customization options. Many of these are among the best-in-slot gear available, making their acquisition a top priority for any Inquisitor looking to maximize their party's potential. This section details how to find and utilize these valuable additions.

The Descent DLC Schematics & Items

The perilous journey into the Deep Roads in The Descent DLC offers some of the most sought-after crafting schematics, particularly for weapons and armor. These often feature high base stats and numerous utility slots, allowing for unparalleled customization.

Tier 4 Masterwork Schematics

Many of the top-tier schematics in The Descent are found by defeating specific enemies or looting chests in challenging areas. These are often Tier 4, meaning they require the highest quality crafting materials (e.g., Dragon materials, Fade-Touched materials) to reach their full potential.

Axe of the Dragon Hunter Schematic: This formidable two-handed axe schematic is a rare drop from the Hurlock Alpha found within the Bastion of the Pure area. Prepare for a tough fight, as this enemy is a significant threat.
Masterwork Battleaxe Schematic: Located in a hidden chest within the Darkspawn Warrens. To access this chest, you'll need to complete a short environmental puzzle involving activating pressure plates in the correct sequence.
Superior Battlemage Armor Schematic: This highly coveted heavy armor schematic can be acquired by defeating the Guardian of the Deep Roads, a unique Golem encountered in the Titan's Wake section. Ensure your party is well-equipped for a prolonged battle against this resilient foe.
Dwarven Proving Ground Weapon Schematics: Throughout the Dwarven Proving Grounds, you'll encounter various elite Darkspawn. Several of these have a chance to drop schematics for powerful one-handed axes, swords, and daggers. Farming these enemies can be a viable strategy for specific weapon types.

Unique Items & Accessories

Beyond schematics, The Descent also features several unique pre-crafted items with powerful enchantments.

The Best Defense: A unique shield found in a locked chest in the Valammar section. The key for this chest is typically held by a nearby Darkspawn Emissary. This shield offers excellent defensive bonuses and a chance to apply Guard on hit.
Ring of the Deep: This accessory is a reward for completing the side quest "A Lost Expedition," which begins by finding a journal entry near the entrance to the Deep Roads. The ring provides a significant boost to Constitution and elemental resistances.

Jaws of Hakkon DLC Schematics & Items

The frozen wilds of the Frostback Basin in Jaws of Hakkon introduce new crafting materials and schematics that cater to different playstyles, often emphasizing elemental damage and resilience against the harsh environment.

Avvar-Themed Schematics

Many schematics in this DLC reflect the Avvar culture, offering unique aesthetic designs and strong stat distributions.

Superior Avvar Battleaxe Schematic: Found in a chest within the Stone-Bear Hold after completing the main quest "Ameridan's End." This axe is a strong contender for two-handed weapon users.
Avvar Tribal Armor Schematic: This medium armor schematic is a potential drop from the Hakkonite Hunters found patrolling the Hunter's Pass area. It provides good all-around defenses and often includes bonus to critical chance.
Hakkon's Mercy Bow Schematic: Acquired by defeating the Hakkonite High Priest during the quest "The Ascent to the Sky." This bow offers high damage and a chance to apply a 'Chill' effect on hit.

Unique Items & Crafting Materials

Jaws of Hakkon also introduces new crafting materials like Everite and Snoufleur Skin, which are essential for crafting the DLC's top-tier gear. Look for these materials in resource nodes and from defeated wildlife.

Stone-Bear's Tooth: A unique dagger found in the Old Temple area, specifically in a hidden alcove accessible after solving a light puzzle. This dagger has excellent base damage and a bonus to flanking damage.
Amulet of the Korth: This powerful amulet is a reward for completing the side quest "The Spirit of the Basin," which involves helping the Avvar shaman. It grants a significant boost to Willpower and Magic.

Trespasser DLC Schematics & Items

The final DLC, Trespasser, focuses heavily on endgame content and provides some of the most powerful and unique schematics and items in the entire game, often with special properties that synergize with specific builds.

Qunari-Inspired Schematics

The Qunari influence is strong in Trespasser, leading to schematics that are both visually distinct and highly effective.

Superior Prowler Armor Schematic: This light armor schematic is a guaranteed drop from the Viddasala during the final confrontation. It offers exceptional critical chance and critical damage bonuses, ideal for rogues.
Axe of the Dragon's Breath Schematic: Found in a chest within the Shattered Library after defeating the Ancient Golem. This two-handed axe boasts high fire damage and a chance to ignite enemies.
Staff of the Void Schematic: Located in a hidden room within the Darvaarad fortress. To access it, you'll need to activate a series of pressure plates in a specific order. This staff offers high spirit damage and a chance to apply 'Weakened' to targets.

Unique Items & Masterwork Materials

Trespasser introduces Fade-Touched Obsidian and Fade-Touched Silverite as new masterwork crafting materials, offering unique on-hit effects or defensive bonuses when added to crafted gear.

The Golden Nug: While not an item itself, interacting with the Golden Nug in the Winter Palace (or Haven/Skyhold after completing the main campaign) allows you to synchronize all your collected schematics, recipes, and mounts across all your save files. This is invaluable for subsequent playthroughs.
Blade of the Adorable Slayer: A unique one-handed sword found in a secret area of the Shattered Library. This sword has a humorous description but offers surprisingly high damage and a chance to apply a unique debuff.
Amulet of the Archon: This powerful accessory is a reward for completing the main questline of Trespasser. It provides significant bonuses to all core attributes and a substantial boost to barrier generation.