Wizardry 8 Hints

Main Quests

  • 1 of 11: This is the section to consult when you're stuck for how to proceed further in the main storyline. There are very few quests which are absolutely necessary in order to complete the game. They are listed below. In order to avoid spoiling too much of the plot, these hints are listed as a series of steps needed to complete the quest. If you have yet to complete one of the steps, follow the links within that hint for more information on how to proceed. It's recommended that you use these hints only when you are truly at a loss for what to do next. Often, talking with NPCs or fulfilling some secondary quests will shed some light on how to proceed in the main quest.
  • 2 of 11: Warning: You will find *major* spoilers contained in the hints below.
  • 3 of 11: Have you retrieved all 3 of the Artifacts?
  • 4 of 11: Through your conversations with NPCs in the game, you will discover that there are 3 artifacts on Dominus which are required for the ritual of Ascension. Much of your adventure will revolve around locating these three Artifacts, plus another (the Stone Idol) which is crucial to locating all three.
  • 5 of 11: Have you spoken with Bela?
  • 6 of 11: Bela can be found in the Mountain Wilderness, by following the first path up the mountainside after entering from the Northern Wilderness. He has some important information for your party regarding the Dark Savant.
  • 7 of 11: Bela will reveal that the Savant has concealed a bomb within his tower in Arnika, capable of destroying the entire planet. To locate this bomb, speak with the Rapax King in his army's camp.
  • 8 of 11: The King will inform you of an alliance between his own army and the Dark Savant. Have you located the King's portal to the Savant Tower?
  • 9 of 11: After entering the Portal, have you figured out how to disarm the bomb?
  • 10 of 11: With the 3 artifacts in your possession and the Savant's bomb disarmed, you should be on your way to Ascension Peak.
  • 11 of 11: Ascension Peak represents the final stage in your quest.