Act I — Build the Deep Roads expedition
Complete enough paid work, recruit companions and fund Bartrand’s expedition.
Route at a glance
Establish Hawke
Visit Gamlen, Aveline and available quest contacts. Main/secondary quests such as Tranquility, Wayward Son, Enemies Among Us, Blackpowder Promise and Long Way Home introduce the major factions/companions.
Recruit companions before the expedition
Anders comes through Tranquility, Fenris through Bait and Switch, Isabela through Fools Rush In, Merrill through Long Way Home, and Varric/Aveline are core companions.
Raise expedition funds
Complete quests for money or accept the alternate financing path if available. Finish Act I companion/secondary content before speaking to Bartrand to depart.
Deep Roads Expedition
Travel underground, deal with the idol/thaig events and survive the return. The sibling outcome depends on whether Bethany/Carver accompanies you and whether Anders is present.
- Many Act I quests disappear after the Deep Roads expedition. Finish companion quests and unique item tasks first.