Dragon’s Dogma 2: How To Skip To Volcanic Island Early

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The Volcanic Island is the third and final major location on the map in Dragon’s Dogma 2 — and there’s no reason you can’t go there as early as possible. Normally this intimidating island is only available after progressing the main story and reaching the nation of Battahl. But you can break the rules and access Battahl and the Volcanic Island whenever you want without completing any story quests. If you’re feeling a little crazy, here’s how to break through all barriers and unlock one of the weirdest Vocations yet.

The normal path to reach the Volcanic Island is through the magic door in Bakbattahl — a town you can reach without progressing the main story by traveling through Guerco Cavern to the south of the Bridge of Theodracus the Second. This hidden path leads to the capital, where you can now continue to progress south to Volcanic Island.

Before attempting to enter Volcanic Island, bring Lamp Oil and blight provisions. The trek is long and dangerous. A camp will be required. Here’s a quick explanation for where to go and how to progress.

And that’s the short version. The path through Drabnir’s Grotto is long and difficult. Here’s a short explanation to help you navigate the massive underground labyrinth. Just for entering this area, you’ll unlock the ‘Hope You Brought A Lantern‘ achievement or trophy. For reaching Volcanic Island, you’ll also unlock the ‘Back Where It All Began‘ achievement or trophy.

Drabnir’s Grotto is a confusing mess of passages filling with deadly monsters. There are multiple paths, but here’s the shortest way we could find. Technically, you can sprint past all the monsters in the area without fighting them. Just to be safe, rest at the camp outside the grotto before entering.

There are many dark corners you can further explore in the vast ruins of Drabnir’s Grotto. You’ll want to search everywhere, but if you just want to get through the area and escape, follow that route. If you follow this path, you’ll encounter a Dwarf on the road —