How to Complete the Hunt for the Jadeite Orb Quest in Dragon's Dogma 2

Navigating the Hunt for the Jadeite Orb

The "Hunt for the Jadeite Orb" is a side quest in Dragon's Dogma 2 that challenges your decision-making and resource management. Upon arriving at the Checkpoint Rest Town, you will be approached by two NPCs: a beastren named Offulve and a man named Everard. Both are desperate to claim the same item. Because the quest offers multiple outcomes based on who receives the genuine article versus the forgery, understanding the mechanics of forgeries and NPC interactions is key to securing the best rewards.

1. Locate the Orb: Head to Ibrahim’s Scrap Store in the Checkpoint Rest Town. Purchase the genuine Jadeite Orb from his inventory for 7,500 Gold.
2. Create a Forgery: Speak to Ibrahim again and request a forgery of the Jadeite Orb. This costs 2,000 Gold and requires resting for a few in-game days.
3. Manage the NPCs: Use the bench near the shop to pass time safely. Ensure you do not have other time-sensitive quests active before resting.
4. Deliver the Items: Choose your preferred outcome by handing over the real and fake orbs to the respective NPCs.

Understanding NPC Outcomes and Rewards

Your choice of who receives the original orb and who receives the forgery dictates your total gold earnings and the items you receive. It is important to note that Everard is a more demanding NPC; if you provide him with a forgery, he will attempt to verify its authenticity at the Scrap Store.

Giving the Real Orb to Offulve

Offulve will reward you with 3,000 Gold and an Elite Camping Kit. He is less discerning than Everard and will not demand verification of the item’s authenticity.

Giving the Real Orb to Everard

This is often the more lucrative path. Everard will reward you with 12,000 Gold and a Ring of Skullduggery, which provides a 20% damage boost when attacking enemies from behind.

The Forgery Path

If you give Everard the fake orb, he will take it to Ibrahim. You must bribe Ibrahim (up to 15,000 Gold) to confirm it is real. If you fail to bribe him, Everard will summon guards, potentially leading to your imprisonment.

Strategic Recommendations for Maximum Profit

To maximize your gains, the most efficient strategy involves giving the genuine Jadeite Orb to Everard and the forgery to Offulve. By doing this, you satisfy Everard’s requirement for a "real" item without paying for the expensive bribe at the Scrap Store. Offulve, conversely, accepts the forgery without suspicion.

According to community reports, players should exercise caution when approaching these NPCs. If you speak to Everard before you are prepared, he may target Offulve, leading to the latter's death. If this occurs, you will be forced to use a Wakestone to revive Offulve at the Charnal House in Vernworth, which complicates the quest flow significantly.

Tip

Always keep a save file or be prepared to act quickly. If you trigger the quest sequence where Everard threatens Offulve, you have a very narrow window of time to finalize the trade before the NPC is assassinated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the Sphinx to duplicate the orb?

Yes. If you visit the Sphinx and successfully complete the "Riddle of Conviction," you can duplicate any item in your inventory for free. This is a viable way to obtain two genuine orbs, though it is a one-time-use ability and might be better saved for more valuable items like a Portcrystal.

What happens if I don't bribe Ibrahim when Everard finds out it's a fake?

If you give Everard a forgery and do not bribe Ibrahim, Everard will realize he has been deceived and call the guards. You will likely be arrested and sent to the Vernworth prison, losing your gear and having to stage an escape.

Is there a way to complete the quest without buying the orb from Ibrahim?

No. Ibrahim’s Scrap Store is the primary source for the Jadeite Orb in this quest. You must purchase the original from him to initiate the potential forgeries.

Final Considerations

Whether you choose the path of honesty or deception, the "Hunt for the Jadeite Orb" serves as a perfect introduction to the complex quest systems found in Dragon's Dogma 2. By leveraging the forgery system, you can circumvent difficult choices and ensure that your inventory remains stocked with valuable items like the Ring of Skullduggery. Always verify your quest log before resting to ensure no other time-sensitive tasks are interrupted, and remember that your choices have direct consequences on the NPCs of the Checkpoint Rest Town.