Pawn Specializationsor Specializations in Dragon's Dogma 2are skillsunique toPawns. Pawn Specializationsallow Pawns to act independently which can result in unexpectedconsequences. Planning and patience are required to get the most out of Pawna Specializations and learn the nuances of the system. This page will show all six Pawn Specializations and how to change the Specialization of your Main Pawn.
- A pawn can only have one specialization at a time, and learning a new specialization WILL REPLACE the old one. So be sure before proceeding with further changes.
- There are 6 total Pawn Specializations, it is advised to experiment with them to try to get the most out of the system and find what suits your playstyle better.
MorePawns Information in DD2
Please, don't forget to visit the following pages to learn about Pawns andgameplaymechanics:
- Pawns: Homepage to learn all the basics of both your Main Pawn and the secondary ones.
- Inclinations: Learn about Inclinations with our in-depth Inclinations guide.
- Pawn ID Code Sharing: Add and share your Pawn IDs with our community!
- Dragonsplague: Learn about the terrible pawn-only disease that wreaks havoc among Dragon's Dogma 2 players and how to treat it.
How to learn Pawn Specializations in Dragon's Dogma 2?
Pawn Specializations can be learned when the Arisenacquires one of the six special tomes that can be used to teach these specializations. The Arisen then has to give the tome to the Pawn to use it. Note that the tome is a one-time use item, meaning it is lost once consumed.Learning a new Pawn Specialization willoverwrite the pawn's previous onein exchange for the one contained in the tome.
Players can get these tomes by raising the Affinityof certain NPCs. This includes completing Questsfor them, doing escort missions, or giving them gifts. Doing any of these three, or all of them will result in a higher affinity with the chosen NPC.
Party Composition in Dragon's Dogma 2 - Pawns, Roles, and Party Synergy
Creating a party in Dragon's Dogma 2 is one of the vital rolesof Pawns.Players have to select their Pawns Vocationshaving clear which are their strengths and weaknesses.
In Depth Pawn Guide for Dragon's Dogma 2
Learn all about this complex and unique system in Dragon's Dogma 2
Pawn Specializations Guide in Dragon's Dogma 2
Aphonite
Allows Pawns to abstain from speaking, except under very select circ*mstances.
Chirurgeon
Allows Pawns to use curativeson the Arisen and other allies on their own initiative.
Forager
Allows your Pawn to mark the location of enhancement Materials on the map.
Hawker
Enables the Pawn to offer to purchase some items from the inventory for a fair sum of gold.
Logistician
Enables the Pawn to lighten the Arisen'sload by moving items between allies' packs as they see fit. Also enables the pawn to combine materials in their inventory on their own initiative.
Woodland Wordsmith
Enables the Pawn to comprehend the elvish language, thus granting the pawn's companions the ability to comprehend the language.
How to Change Pawn Specializations in Dragon's Dogma 2
The Pawn Specializations can only be changed on your Main Pawn. To do this, you first need to acquire one of the 6 Tomes which contains a unique Pawn Specialization. Once you have the item in your inventory, select the "Use" option to change the specialization of your Main Pawn. NOTE: The tome is a one-time-use item that is consumedto replace your Main Pawn's current specialization. There's no limit to changing your pawn's specialization and you canreplace it as long as you have the desired tome.
You will find below how to acquire all 6 Tomes to change your Pawn Specialization in Dragon's Dogma 2.
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Aphonite ♦ Chirurgeon ♦ Forager ♦ Hawker ♦ Logistician ♦ Woodland Wordsmith
Aphonite Pawn Specialization Dragon's Dogma 2
How to Get Aphonite Pawn Specialization
The Aphonite Specialization can be acquired by consuming the Aphonite Tome. You can get this tome fromEino, located north of Melve. He isTrysha'sgrandfather who you will meet duringtheSpellboundquest.Einowill give you the Aphonite's Tomeby raising your affinity with him, either by giving him monster parts as gifts for 3 consecutive days (this includesMinotaur Horn,Misshapen Eye, and the likes), or you can accept his escort quest. Once you have a high affinity with Eino, he will grant you theAphonite's Tomewhich theArisencan gift to the main Pawnto learn the Aphonite Specialization.
- OtherNPCsthat gift the Aphonite's Tome areSella,Veronika, andNorbert. Do their escort quests or give them their preferred gifts.
What DoesAphonite Specialization Do?
The Aphonite Specialization makes your main pawn talk less. Their chatter will become less frequent and prevent them from disrupting your gameplay. NOTE: The pawn can still talk in select circ*mstances. Other than silencing the pawn, the Aphonite Specialization doesn't offer much in terms of gameplay.
Chirurgeon Pawn Specialization Dragon's Dogma 2
How to Get Chirurgeon Pawn Specialization
The Chirurgeon Specialization can be acquired by consuming theChirurgeon's Tome. This is a gift that can be received from Flora, a child whom you will first encounter in Melve during the questMedicament Predicament. She will ask for your help in procuring a Fruit Roborant which you can just buy from Runne's Apothecary, or combine the ingredients to create one. After completing her quest, look for her again atVernworthnear Auriol's Shop (which will likely triggerThe Ornate Boxif it's your first time in the area). She will gift you theChirurgeon's Tomewhen you meetherat this location. TheArisencan gift the item to the main Pawnto learn theChirurgeon Specialization.
- Braun will also gift you theChirurgeon's Tomeafter spending time with him at the RoseChateau Bordelrie.
- After completingHome Is Where the Hearth Is, there's a chance thatUlrikawill gift the Arisen theChirurgeon's Tome.
What Does Chirurgeon Specialization Do?
The Chirurgeon Specialization lets your pawn use curatives or healing items within their inventory on the Arisen and other party members. This is a good Specialization that can be used in a party when you don't necessarily have a healer but you don't want to hire a mage, or you can even use this on a mage that will improve their healing frequencies if you're especially struggling in staying alive. NOTE: You can consider combining this with the Kindhearted Inclinationon your pawn if you want them to focus on healing the Arisen and the party.
Forager Pawn Specialization Dragon's Dogma 2
How to Get Forager Pawn Specialization
The Forager Specialization can be acquired by consuming the Hawker's Tome. You can get this tome fromMalcolm, a child whom you will look for during the questThe Heels of History. After completing thequest, look for him again atthe Slums QuarternearThe Gracious Hand after a few days. He will gift you theForager's Tomewhen you meethim. TheArisencan gift the item to the main Pawnto learn theForagerSpecialization.
- It has been reported that you can also receive additional copies of Forager's Tome by raisingaffinitywith other children in the Slums Quarter or inThe Nameless Village.
What Does Forager Specialization Do?
The Forager Specialization allows your main pawn to mark the gathering spots of upgrade materials during your travel.NOTE:You can consider pairing this with the Simple Inclinationas they will become extra useful in gathering materials and they will even give you useful items from time to time.
Hawker Pawn Specialization Dragon's Dogma 2
How to Get Hawker Pawn Specialization
The Hawker Specialization can be acquired by consuming theForager's Tome. You can get this tome from various wandering Merchants and Merchants found inVermund(we haven't tried this on Battahl vendors). Two confirmed working NPCs for this areBjornin Vernworth and the wandering merchant named Ines atMelve. You need to gift them aBunch of Flowersfor 3 consecutive days, after doing so, visit them again on the fourth day to receive theHawker's Tome.
What Does Hawker Specialization Do?
The Hawker Specialization allows your main pawn to sell some items from the Arisen's inventory for a fair price when their weight gets heavy. Usually, the pawn will initiate a conversation asking you if you want to sell "surplus items" and if you agree, they will sell ALL of the items in your inventory.NOTE:This specialization can get tricky because you don't have any control over which items you are willing to sell. The pawn will not sell your equipment but we haven't checked if they are going to sell potions or curatives, or ammo if you are playing archer.
Logistician Pawn Specialization Dragon's Dogma 2
How to Get Logistician Pawn Specialization
TheLogistician Specialization can be acquired by consuming the Logistician's Tome. You can get this tome from Kendrick, an elderly man (or Deo in Bakbattahl) whom you will first encounter inVernworth and will give you the quest The Heel of History. After a few days of completingthequest, look forhimagainoutsideThe Gracious Hand's Vaultsbuilding and he will give youthe Logistician's Tome.TheArisencan gift the item to the main Pawnto learn theLogisticianSpecialization.
- Glenna, The Stardrop Inn barkeeper can also give you the Logistician's Tome after giving her gifts for 3 consecutive days.
What Does Logistician Specialization Do?
The Logistician Specialization lets your pawn do inventory management for you and your party. They will distribute item weight among members especially once the Arisen's weight gets heavy. This specialization also allows them to automatically craft items and turn them into Roborants. However, this feature is constantly happening and can't be turned off. You may find yourself in a situation where you will need the raw material but the pawn will keep combining them with other ingredients. NOTE: Theonly way you can switch off Logistician is by changing their specialization to something else.
Woodland Wordsmith Pawn Specialization Dragon's Dogma 2
How to Get Woodland Wordsmith Pawn Specialization
The Woodland Wordsmith Specialization can be acquired by consuming the Woodland Wordsmith's Tome. You can get this tome from the innkeeper atKough's Innat Sacred Arbor. Give her aBunch of Flowersfor 3 consecutive days. On the fourth day, she will give you theWoodland Wordsmith's Tome.
- You can also befriend any of the elven merchants inSacred Arborby giving them giftsto receive theWoodland Wordsmith's Tome.
What Does Woodland Wordsmith Specialization Do?
The Woodland Wordsmith Specialization allows your pawn to translate the elven language for you. This is especially useful when you are doing quests for the elves or exploring Sacred Arbor.Going to the elven hometown without this specialization on one of your pawns willshow scribbled language and prevent you from fulfilling their quests.
