Best pawns for early game party in Dragon’s Dogma 2

I always wanted to have my own servants in all TES games, and Dragon's Dogma 2 gives me just that with pawns. But not all pawns are created equal; here are the best pawns for an early-game party in Dragon's Dogma 2.

Best early-game pawn party composition in Dragon's Dogma 2

Pawns are faithful companions of the Arisen in Dragon's Dogma 2, and each character is limited to three different Pawns throughout their journey. Besides your Main Pawn, you will have two additional slots, which you can fill out with a variety of different Pawns, offering strategic flexibility as well as quality-of-life improvements. My favorite early-game pawn party composition, according to their vocations, is the following:

• Archer: My Main Pawn fills this role. I made my Pawn character to be kind-hearted, providing constant support in all my endeavors and a solid foundation I know I can count on at all times.
• Mage: This is absolutely essential due to their light healing and area buffs, which ensure your party remains strong during encounters.
• Thief: Their flexibility goes very well with Fighter vocation, complementing your build with deadly and invisible Shadow Cloak skill.

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Best support pawn for the early game party in Dragon's Dogma 2

For support pawns, I recommend choosing characters with complementary abilities to your main pawn and the Arisen. Support pawns in Dragon's Dogma 2 are NPCs you encounter throughout the world. They don't level up with you but can significantly impact your early game experience. Aim for a balanced team by including a thief, mage, and archer. Each brings a unique set of skills to the table, enhancing your party's ability to handle different situations effectively.

Best special pawn for the early game party in Dragon's Dogma 2

Special pawns, or Official pawns, can be hired from the official section in Riftstones in Dragon's Dogma 2. These pawns offer unique abilities that can greatly benefit your party. Early in the game, consider selecting a special pawn with a specialization that complements your party's needs, such as translating Elvish or providing additional tactical advantages during encounters.

Best Support pawn Inclinations for early game - Dragon's Dogma 2

I always like to run at least one Pawn with a Straightforward inclination. At first, the idea of running into people's homes and haphazardly rummaging through their stuff gave me a small heart attack, but once I realized there are no consequences to such actions in Dragon's Dogma 2, I was definitely glad I had a Pawn with enough autonomy to increase my party's looting efficiency.

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Best Support pawn specializations for early game - Dragon's Dogma 2

Specializations add depth to a pawn's personality and functionality. For support pawns in the early game, look for specializations that enhance their utility, such as increased healing abilities or enhanced damage for certain types of attacks. Remember, these specializations allow pawns to act independently, adding an extra layer of strategy to your party composition.

I always like to make sure at least one Pawn has a knowledge of Elvish. While this specialization may not be of much use often, I was always glad one of my Pawns had it because the language barrier is a really annoying hurdle that I don't really want to deal with. A Pawn with Elvish knowledge gives me peace of mind and makes it one less thing to worry about.

In Dragon's Dogma 2, your pawn's growth and development are influenced by their experiences, both with you and with other players through the network. This unique feature ensures that your pawns evolve and adapt, becoming more effective companions on your journey.

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