Dragon’s Dogma 2: Unlocking Reaper’s Scorn Trophy

The **Reaper’s Scorn** achievement in Dragon’s Dogma 2 rewards players for performing a rare feat: reviving several deceased characters simultaneously using a unique item called the Eternal Wakestone. This guide breaks down every step, from tracking down the enigmatic Sphinx to executing the final revival, ensuring you claim this elusive trophy efficiently.

Understanding the Reaper’s Scorn Achievement

This trophy, described as “Accomplished a miracle for several people at once,” requires the use of the Eternal Wakestone on at least three deceased individuals, typically found in a morgue. Unlike standard Wakestones that revive one person, the Eternal Wakestone affects multiple targets in one use, making it perfect for this purpose.

Players often pursue this alongside other Sphinx-related achievements, like solving all her riddles for “Full Marks.” Strategic planning maximizes rewards and avoids locking yourself out of content.

Locating the Sphinx: Your First Challenge

The Sphinx is a mythical creature central to this quest, initially perched at the **Mountain Shrine** northeast of Checkpoint Rest Town. After interacting with her, she relocates to the **Frontier Shrine** southwest of the same town.

Traveling to these spots involves navigating rugged terrain filled with goblins and wildlife. Use fast travel points like Checkpoint Rest Town as a base. Pawns can assist in scouting, but dismiss them during the boss fight to prevent mishaps.

• Mountain Shrine Path: Head north from Checkpoint Rest Town, climbing rocky paths and crossing streams.
• Frontier Shrine Path: Southwest route post-relocation, through forested areas with potential ambushes.

Solving the Sphinx’s Riddles: Preparation Phase

Before combat, engage the Sphinx in her riddle challenges. There are 10 riddles total, with rewards including an **Unmaking Arrow**—though not strictly necessary for her defeat.

Solving all riddles grants the Full Marks achievement and primes her for the fight. Key tip: Complete the riddles first to claim prizes like gold, items, and the arrow from one specific riddle.

After the 10th riddle, the Sphinx announces her departure— this is your cue to attack.

Defeating the Sphinx: Combat Strategies

Trigger the fight by attacking immediately after riddles. The Sphinx has a hybrid form: human upper body (avoid) and beast lower body (target wings, legs, tail).

No Unmaking Arrow Needed: Conventional attacks on non-human parts suffice. Dismount pawns to prevent them hitting protected areas. Focus fire on wings to ground her.

1. Approach post-riddles, target beast parts aggressively.
2. Aim for wings with archer steady shot or melee combos.
3. Avoid head/chest; she flees if hit there.
4. Upon defeat, she drops the **Key of Sagacity**.

Alternative: Use Unmaking Arrow (from riddles or vendors like Dragonspire) on wings for instant kill, but manual combat works reliably.

Claiming the Eternal Wakestone

With the Key of Sagacity, open the massive golden chest behind the Sphinx. Inside lies the **Eternal Wakestone**, a one-of-a-kind item that mass-revives.

This Wakestone doesn’t respawn, so use it wisely for the trophy. It also unlocks “Thought I’d Lost You” if not already earned.

Preparing Deceased Characters for Revival

To trigger Reaper’s Scorn, ensure 3+ characters (NPCs or pawns) are dead and in a morgue.

• Vernworth Chantry: Steps outside or morgue interior.
• Bakbattahl Morgue: Alternative location.

How to Generate Corpses:

1. Intentionally kill 3+ non-essential NPCs (avoid quest-critical ones).
2. Rest 3-5 days; bodies auto-transport to morgue.
3. Confirm via morgue ledger.

Two suffices per some reports, but three guarantees activation.

Executing the Revival: Trophy Unlocked

Travel to Vernworth or Bakbattahl morgue exterior. Activate the Eternal Wakestone—it revives all eligible deceased, popping the trophy instantly.

Visual cue: Multiple resurrection animations confirm success.

Common Pitfalls and Troubleshooting

Avoid these errors:

• Shooting Face with Arrow: Causes flee, no key.
• Pawns Hitting Human Parts: Dismiss beforehand.
• Insufficient Bodies: Kill extras or wait for auto-transfer.
• Post-Riddle Delay: Attack before she lifts off.

If trophy fails, reload save pre-fight or verify Wakestone usage location.

Related Achievements and Rewards

Advanced Tips for Completionists

Combine with pawn gifting: Rift hires can provide Wakestone dupes, but original is key. Stock Wyrm Crystals for vendor arrows as backup. Explore shrines fully for lore on Arisen miracles.

Post-trophy, Sphinx area yields extra loot like gold scatters.

FAQs

This comprehensive approach ensures 100% success for **Reaper’s Scorn**. Tackle the Sphinx methodically, stock bodies, and witness the miracle unfold.