A Business Discussion

A Business Discussion is an Act 1 main quest in Dragon Age II.

During this quest Varric and Hawke discuss their options for finding a suitable entrance into the Deep Roads.

Acquisition[]

This quest becomes available after Hawke's first encounter with Varric in Hightown.

Walkthrough[]

Travel to the Hanged Man in Lowtown and speak with Varric. He will inform Hawke that they need a suitable entrance into the Deep Roads, and that a Grey Warden who might know of one recently arrived in Kirkwall from Ferelden along with the other refugees. The quest is complete once the conversation between Hawke and Varric is finished.

Note: In the room next to Varric's you will find Codex entry: History of Kirkwall: Chapter 1 as well as a chest that contains the Shawl of Dalesdottir, an item that starts the side quest of the same name.

Friendship/Rivalry[]

Depending on the tone of Hawke's final dialogue choice, Varric's approval will change as follows:

Diplomatic (top choice):

Varric: friendship (+5)

Humorous (middle choice):

Varric: friendship (+15)

Aggressive (bottom choice):

Varric: rivalry (+15)