In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the side quest “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” presents players with an intriguing brazier puzzle. This guide will walk you through how to solve this puzzle, locate all the braziers, and complete the quest, ensuring you uncover the secrets hidden within the Grande Markets of Treviso.
Decoding the Partners in a Dangerous Crime Brazier Puzzle
The core of the “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” side quest lies in deciphering a brazier puzzle. Your task is to ignite four braziers scattered around the Grande Markets in Treviso, but not just randomly. The puzzle requires you to light them in a specific sequence to unlock the lovers’ hideout.
The solution to the Partners in a Dangerous Crime puzzle is elegantly simple yet easily missed if you’re not observant: the number of candles near each brazier dictates the order. You need to light the braziers in ascending order based on the number of candles present at each location, starting from one candle and going up to four.
Brazier Locations and the Correct Lighting Order
To successfully solve the Partners In A Dangerous Crime Brazier Puzzle, follow this step-by-step guide to find and light each brazier in the correct sequence:
First Brazier: The Solitary Candle
Partners in a Dangerous Crime – First Brazier
Your journey begins west of the lovers’ hideout. Look for a staircase in the Grande Markets area. Near these stairs, you’ll find two unlit braziers. The first brazier you need to interact with is positioned to the left of the stairs. Its distinguishing feature is the single candle placed beside it. Ignite this brazier to initiate the puzzle sequence.
Second Brazier: A Pair of Flames
After lighting the first brazier, your attention should shift to the opposite side of the stairs. Here, you’ll locate the second brazier. This brazier is situated near the market master, who is standing against a wall adorned with vines. The clue for this brazier is two candles placed in its vicinity. Light this brazier as the second step in solving the puzzle.
Third Brazier: The Trio of Candles
Partners in a Dangerous Crime – Third Brazier
For the third brazier, you’ll need to move eastward, heading back towards the lovers’ hideout. As you approach the hideout door, turn to your left. Here, you will find the third brazier, easily identifiable by the presence of three candles. Ignite this brazier to continue your progress in the puzzle.
Fourth Brazier: The Final Flame – Four Candles
The fourth and final brazier is conveniently located right by the lovers’ hideout door. It’s hard to miss, as it is accompanied by four candles. Lighting this last brazier in the sequence will successfully solve the Partners in a Dangerous Crime brazier puzzle, granting you access to the hideout and allowing you to proceed with the quest.
Starting the “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” Quest
Chance Candide
Before you can tackle the brazier puzzle, you need to initiate the “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” side quest. This quest becomes available after completing specific main and companion quests, namely “The Siege of Weisshaupt” and “Bloodbath” or “The Cobbled Swan Case.” Once these prerequisites are met, you’ll receive a missive from the Antivan Crows, signaling the start of their investigation and the availability of this quest.
To officially begin, seek out Chance Candide in The Cantori Diamond. Speaking with him will launch “Partners in a Dangerous Crime,” tasking you with investigating the case of the Crow and Venatori spies, which will ultimately lead you to the brazier puzzle.
“Partners in a Dangerous Crime” Quest Walkthrough: Beyond the Brazier Puzzle
| Partners in a Dangerous Crime Guide |
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| Investigate the Gondola Check IconFollow the Market Notes Solve the Brazier Puzzle Check IconExplore the Hideout Cafe Investigation Check IconDecide the Partners’ Fate |
Step 1: Investigating the Gondola Meeting Point
After accepting “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” from Chance Candide, your first objective is to head to the gondola, the supposed meeting point of the spies. Upon arrival, examine the area near the bloodstain on the right side of the dock. You’ll find a note here, which serves as your first clue and progresses the quest forward.
Step 2: Following the Trail of Notes Through the Market
Partners in a Dangerous Crime – Follow Trail of Notes
Utilize the fast travel beacon to reach the Grande Markets, located west of the gondola. Your next task is to follow a trail of notes left by the spies, which will lead you to their hideout.
There are four notes in total to discover throughout the market:
- As you enter the market from the beacon, turn right. The first note will be on the ground near some spilled apples.
- Proceed into the next market section. The second note is located beside a fallen chair in the center of this area.
- Look between a lamp post with hedges and a merchant stall to find the third note.
- The final note is directly in front of the hideout door, next to the four candles, marking the location of the brazier puzzle.
Step 3: Solving the Brazier Puzzle and Entering the Hideout
Having followed the notes, you’ll arrive at the lovers’ hideout door. This is where the brazier puzzle comes into play. To gain entry, you must light the four braziers in the correct order, as detailed earlier in this guide. Remember, the order is determined by the ascending number of candles next to each brazier, from one to four.
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Step 4: Investigating the Lovers’ Hideout
Partners in a Dangerous Crime – Spy Hideout
Once the brazier puzzle is solved and the hideout is accessible, step inside and examine the interior. Upon closer inspection, you’ll discover clues that reveal the true nature of the spies’ meetings. Items like flowers, wine, and coffee cups suggest a romantic rendezvous rather than espionage, indicating that the spies are in fact lovers.
Step 5: Investigating the Cafe
The investigation leads you to an alfresco cafe, situated west of the hideout. Head to this location and look for another note on the floor near the cafe’s main counter. This note provides further insight into the lovers’ situation.
Step 6: Deciding the Fate of the Lovers
Partners in a Dangerous Crime – Lover
The “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” quest culminates in a pivotal decision that affects the outcome of this side-quest chain. You are presented with two choices regarding the lovers:
| Decision |
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| Rook: Or I could tell Chance that a Crow’s been seeing a Venatori. Not sure he’d be pleased to hear that. |
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| Turn the lovers in. |
| Warn the lovers by leaving a note. |
To turn the lovers in, return to Chance Candide and inform him of your findings. Alternatively, to warn them, revisit their hideout near the braziers and leave a note inside. Your choice here determines the immediate quest resolution and potential follow-up quests.
Explore the Consequences: Turn Them In or Warn Them?
“Lethal Devotion” Sub-Quest: A Consequence of Choice
| Lethal Devotion |
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| Description |
| A secret love affair is ambushed by Venatori, and Rook must aid the Crows in fighting off the cultists. |
Step 1: Defending the Lovers from Venatori Ambush
Choosing to turn in the lovers in “Partners in a Dangerous Crime” directly leads to the “Lethal Devotion” sub-quest.
Locate and Engage the Venatori Battle
Proceed to the Heart and Central area in Treviso to find the ongoing battle between the Crows and Venatori. Engage the Venatori ambushers and defeat them. You will see Sable and Pearl, the lovers in question, caught in the crossfire.
After eliminating the Venatori threat, return to Chance Candide to report on the battle and conclude the “Lethal Devotion” sub-quest.
“Partners in a Dangerous Crime” Quest Overview
| Partners in a Dangerous Crime |
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| Location |
| Rewards |
| Description |
| Continuing the investigation of a Crow and Venatori, the team uncovers the true nature of the mysterious spies’ loyalties. |
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