A Beggar’s Tale is a quest in Dragon’s Dogma 2 that’s likely to go down as one of its most frustrating. Seriously, we wish we had guides like this one to help us out with it instead of spending hours trying to figure it out – anyway, here’s how.
How to Start A Beggar’s Tale in Dragon’s Dogma 2
You can begin this quest after arriving in the city of Vernworth fairly early on by following the main quest. In the center of the Merchant Quarter, you’ll find a beggar telling tall tales of nobles to a crowd of two or three fellow beggars. When spoken to, one of the listeners wonders how Albert the beggar has made so much coin lately, kicking off the quest.
How To Keep an Eye on the Beggar in Dragon’s Dogma 2
To unravel the mystery of Albert’s newfound wealth, you’ll need to keep a close watch on him. Here’s how you can do it:
- Start in the Merchant Quarter: Wait for Albert to finish telling his captivating tales to the crowd. Some players say he’s usually there at 3 p.m. (in-game time). If you don’t find him, take a short nap on the bench next to the Rift Stone until it’s afternoon. Once he’s done talking, it’s time to tail him. Be patient, as Albert takes his time at each stop, usually around 5 to 10 minutes.
- Visit Walter’s Tavern: Albert’s next stop is Walter’s Tavern. Here, you’ll need to bide your time and wait for another 5 to 10 minutes until he decides to move on.
- Follow him to his home: Albert will lead you to his residence in the Common Quarter. However, you won’t be able to enter while he’s inside. Wait outside for another 5 to 10 minutes until he emerges in more elegant attire. This is your opportunity to sneak in and acquire the beggar’s garb.
Turns out, Albert has been leading a double life. Armed with this new wardrobe evidence, you now face a decision: confront him directly, his wife Celina, or another figure entirely.
Should You Give the Beggar’s Garb to Albert, Celina, or Hilda?
Our recommendation is to give the Beggar’s Garb to Hilda. This choice leads to Albert securing a proper job, marking a positive turn in his life.
Here are the consequences and rewards for each choice:
| Recipient | Consequence | Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Albert | Keeps his secret and rewards you for your silence. | 5,000 Gold, 900 XP |
| Celina | Leads to a tragic discovery and end for the couple. | 3,000 Gold, 1 Noonbloom, 900 XP |
| Hilda | Confronts Albert, leading to his positive turnaround. | 3 Onyx stones (sellable for 7,200 Gold), 900 XP |
Completing this quest will award you with some experience points and a little bit of trauma. That’s all there is to A Beggar’s Tale in Dragon’s Dogma 2.
The above article was updated on April 28, 2024 by Escapist Editorial to include new details, consequences, and rewards pertaining to the quest.
