A Friend in the Guard is an Act 1 main quest in Dragon Age II.
During this quest Hawke visits Aveline, now a city guard in Kirkwall and discusses a possible job.
Acquisition[]
This quest becomes available after Hawke's first encounter with Varric.
Walkthrough[]
Travel to the Viscount's Keep in Hightown and speak with Aveline. She and Hawke will discuss life as a guard and Aveline will offer Hawke a job.
Note: To the left of Aveline, in the back room, is a chest with a simple lock.
Rewards[]
- Codex entries:
- Codex entry: The Kirkwall City Guard – above the fireplace behind Aveline
- Codex entry: A Study of the Fifth Blight, Vol. One – on the table in the back room to the left of Aveline
Result[]
Aveline will join Hawke as a permanent companion. Hawke will be asked to help her with her guard duties soon after.