• Location: You begin near The Dragonforged's Bay Wayside Shrine, just north of Bakbattahl.
• Environmental Changes: The world has transformed drastically, with all water drained away, revealing new paths and previously inaccessible areas. This drastic change in geography opens up numerous exploration opportunities and dangers.

Encounter New Enemies

• New Threats: As you navigate the new world, you'll encounter many large monsters, including several new dragon types roaming the landscape. Prepare for these enhanced threats with appropriate gear and strategies.

Return to Forbidden Magick Research Lab

• Navigating Bakbattahl: Your objective is to return to the Forbidden Magick Research Lab in Bakbattahl. Follow the southern path, which may appear different due to the world's transformation. This route is the same one used previously in the quest "Flickering Shadows."

Using Portcrystals

• Strategic Placement: Although new Portcrystal have appeared worldwide, none are present in Bakbattahl. If you possess a Portcrystal, it's advisable to place one near The Dragonforged's Bay Wayside Shrine for convenient fast travel back to this location.

Reaching Phaseus's Room

• Magick Lab Location: Upon arriving in Bakbattahl, proceed directly to Phaseus's room located in the Magick Lab, above Ambrosius's office.
• Dialogue and Reunion: Entering Phaseus's office triggers a lengthy conversation where he explains the world's changes. Fully explore dialogue options to gain a deeper understanding of the new dynamics at play. This conversation will culminate in the reunion with your Pawn.

Completing the Quest

• Rewards: Successfully reuniting with your Pawn concludes the quest, granting you rewards of 30,000 gold, 15,000 XP, and 1,000 Rift Crystals (RC).

Urgency and Exploration Tips

• Red Fog: The world is now threatened by a consuming red fog. If you linger or delay unnecessarily, this fog will gradually consume the map, potentially hindering your progress.
• Efficient Exploration: Focus on exploring cities on the map's far edges first to ensure you don't miss critical content.
• Travel Tips: Avoid unnecessary resting and leverage Ferrystones for rapid travel to save time and avoid the encroaching fog.

Dreams Apart sets the stage for the post-game challenges in Dragon's Dogma 2, emphasizing swift action and strategic exploration in a drastically altered world. This quest tests your adaptability and deepens the narrative experience as you explore the consequences of your choices made earlier in the game.