Before doing so, go against the Viscount's suggestion and speak with the Arishok. Boards. When the Arishok challenges you to this duel, it is a sign of great respect. Level 200 Fighter PSN: Sovereign87. Speak with Merrill at her home at the Kirkwall Alienage in Lowtown. Sorry. He is voiced by Rick D. So I was messing around yesterday and discovered that you could unequip all armor and leaving your character in there underwear. Earning the Arishok's respect. I especially Headcanon that Wolfe developed a friendship with the Arishok, especially between act 1 and act 2. cnv; Gayer Cassandra:How do you become viscount and how do you become a rival with the Arishock?I'm fighting the Arishok right now in a 1v1 match, and I'd like to know if his heals are limited or not. Bringing Fenris to the first meeting with the Arishok, and selecting the special companion dialogue option. But spare Du Pui and claim his innocence, then go to Darktown-daytime and ask him to do the ritual. 5. Who did everyone else choose? Nikolaj-11 12 years ago #2. I alternate between killing Anders and letting him live as I can't bear either of them :)Custom made tactics, of course. PSN - somekat. The Qunari soldier killed Petrice and said to Hawke: We care about our people. We're having a great time: food, wine, a little personal abuse, and the universe going foom. updated May 2, 2014 Seneschal Bran starts his talk with a stern warning about implementing discretion. The player. -The biggest oxymoron ever is an open-minded liberal. Tallis later hints at this; if Hawke becomes a "Basalit'an" to the Arishok, all Qunari now know and respect Hawke as an equal. PSN: pk1154. The Arishok by no means fits my view of a villain. For Dragon Age II on the PlayStation 3, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "Can the mage class use swords or other weapons?". On paper, it’s the perfect ending to Act 2; all of that tension distilled down to a clash of. His attempts fail and the Arishok starts a war that he has planned. For Dragon Age II on the PlayStation 3, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "rune stacking?". Step two: Run. Boards. what are the weapons Arishok is using. Then there was the Arishok, a prominent presence in most of Dragon Age II. When it is high enough, the player will obtain the achievement A Worthy Rival, and be able to persuade him to duel you during the Demands of the Qun quest. Act 1- after you escort that bound qunari mage and fight his trackers return to thr arishok and use the "I killed some of your people" line. Outlawed Origins [size=3]The Community[/size] Dragon Age Discussion. Part 23 of Star Wars Crossover AUs. Sekoria 12 years ago #1. texasrenegade 12 years ago #8. He showed respect to the son of the viscount as he told Hawke, that he would not take any advantage of that, even if the Qun would demand it. Only time I ever pause is if someone really needs to guzzle a potion, because if you use an item in the tactics list, it has a nasty habit of messing. You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. During this time, slave labor was used abundantly, as in. I defeated him as a warrior can't remember what level I was though, make sure you're using a two- handed weapon and have the ability Mighty Blow equipped and have plenty of health potions and stamina potions. 11 posts; 1; 2; Next; 11 posts #7101186. How do i find the Varterals? For Dragon Age II on the PlayStation 3, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "How do i find the Varterals?". The Qunari (literally, "People of the Qun") is the umbrella term most commonly used to describe the white-haired, metallic-skinned race of large humanoids and their society that governs the islands of Par Vollen and Seheron, as well as the settlement of Kont-aar in northern Rivain, and Qundalon in the Anderfels. Hawke duel is great. Arishok to F6. What choice help build carver friendship? mik_2k4 12 years ago #1. (If you haven't gained his respect before arriving, you can gain that opportunity by fighting his honor guard. Simply make five choices throughout the. Side with the Templars at the end and you will be named him. A good strategy while dueling the Arishok is to keep moving. Questions. Dragon Age II PlayStation 3 . . Dragon Age II. Each Qunari is born to fill a particular role so there's no guarentee that the son of an Arishok would become the next Arishok, so to speak. . I think it's fair to say that Sten becoming the Arishok (and Sten being alive in the first place) is part of BioWare's canon, opening up the possibility of Sten returning in future Dragon Age content. You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. spoilers First fem hawke * comforted isabella so i figured i'd try to romance her. *spoilers* Viscount: YaSealedWeh is correct. Most of the items scale through the game so they don't start extremely overpowered, the armors for Hawke come at various levels so you can't pop the. . Hello everyone, Sometimes, after battle some of my allies get themselves injuries. Hawke is asked by Viscount Marlowe Dumar to meet with the Arishok of the Qunari, who has asked for them by name. Reply reply Aquiella1209 • Ah, yes the good old "Kite the angry oxman". It's not a dream that can be so easily realized!" Our collection of lists covering the popular anime, Berserk. She would of been truly unstoppable. *sebastian is a worthy sub for merill if you like the challenge of having only 1 mage party. Not Enough Gold For Bartrand. At the start of act 2 in Dragon Age 2 you will get a quest called Black Powder Courtesy from the Viscount. The Arishok will use a potion twice to three times, so be wary of that. you have to move in range of the enemy to do it. The Arishok is unambiguously a villain in DA2, given he literally ends. . I am a Warrior, with triple-threat specializations of Two-Handed, Vanguard, and Reaver. 1 Answer. madm1ck 12 years ago #5. He'll also show this to Fenris, if Fenris is with Hawke during the first meeting with the Arishok. Head into the little balcony and touch the altar. Over the course of Act 2 (and in one later quest during Act 1), you will have the potential to do things that gain the Arishok's respect. Each time you deal with the Qunari, you have to treat them with respect. The Arishok is my favorite villain in DA2 for the grudging respect he has for Hawke). Over the course of Act 2 (and in one later quest during Act 1), you will have the potential to do things that gain the Arishok's respect. Game. Boards. And sadly that friendship ended up with Wolfe having to kill a friend. The Arishok by no means fits my view of a villain. I have to say, my fav part of the entire DA2 series, besides Hawke, is literally just the Arishok. pk1154 11 years ago #2. You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. 6 Answers. kills bosses quicker. Certain actions like: Take Fenris to your first meeting. Especially for my mages- Zeus and Wolfe. Near the end of Act 2, Aveline and Isabela both arrive at your house, help Isabela first, and make sure you just say you'll support her (no matter how wrong she is) She'll take the book, and before you duel the Arishok she'll reappear and then you can give her up. Answer according to the qun which usually means taking the responsibility/blame for actions like: Do not burn the bodies and confess the murder. If I remember correctly, you technically can keep both alive, but you won't be able to keep Isabella on your team. ArcDerek 12 years ago. I'm as Canadian as Wayne Gretzky crashing a snowmobile into a moose. me and the bestie!!!!!!! this playthrough was with purple hawke so not the most sympathetic responses sometimes but it is what it is. 2) Complete "To Catch a Thief" before "Demands of the Qun". - After completing Blackpowder Courtesy, Offered and Lost will be available to complete. Before doing so, go against the Viscount's suggestion and speak with the Arishok. After I downloaded "Legacy" this comes up when I go to start the game. Take out the ranged enemies first. 1000x750px 358. How can I earn the Arishok respect? Build. Board. He dubbed Hawke to be basalit-an, a sign of respect to those not of the Qun. It's been WAY to long, but I didn't feel right about not finishing my Dragon Age 2 videos. 03? LestatLuver 12 years ago #1. - This video has what I love and hate the most about DA2: The great story and dialogues, even if rushed. From his view, I imagine the Viscount was mostly a symbolic death. She says that Tamlen disappeared and hints that. He attacks slowly, but hits very hard and damage extends beyond his weapons. Nayiko (Topic Creator) 12 years ago #10. Forums: Index > Game Discussion Arishok respect. The chaotic nature of it was just awesome. He is someone who is following orders, his duty and obligation to his people and his government. When I told it to upload it and I got this message: "There is not enough free space on the hard disk. Bodahn says she may be with her suitor who has sent her some white lilies. Though it may not be apparent. answer is very likely no. She actually betrayed me just now. Iron Bull: Don’t get cocky, you’re still one Tamassran down. As Sten says in Origins: Women can't/don't fight. Iron Bull: Arishok takes. What a wonderful world such would be. Over the preceding years, the Arishok had gained a level of respect for the talented Hawke. IGNGuides-Stephanie. Dagger1087 12 years ago #4. You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. If I choose to rival Isabela, will she return before the arishok fight? Do I have to have her locked in rivalry or do I just have to get her bonus? I'm asking this because the supplier trophy is the only one I'm missing (ambrosia) 3. . After I restarted the game, he stopped wondering back to the entrance. Join the O&A Party Rock. "Pale blood will guide your way, embrace the changes and be consumed. I think it's fair to say that Sten becoming the Arishok (and Sten being alive in the first place) is part of BioWare's canon, opening up the possibility of Sten returning in future Dragon Age content. (spoilers)". Act 2 - Blackpowder courtesy, offering and lost and folliwng the qun it says dialogue options can increase or decrease respect. 50: Birthright: Kicked the slavers out of your ancestral. Guess I won't be getting that trophy for having all upgrades this game. No, the item packs don't ruin the game on hard (in my opinion). Does he stop healing at 50%, and is 2 health potions his limit? I'm a 2H warrior, if that helps. Force mage is really good and most spells works with both SH or Bm spec. Fenris is an elven warrior and fugitive slave from Tevinter. He attacks slowly, but hits very hard and damage extends beyond his weapons. Act 1- after you escort that bound qunari mage and fight his trackers return to thr arishok and use the "I killed some of your people" line. I must be doing something wrong because I have reloaded and gone through all the conversation options and none of them leads to a duel. Once a slave of a Tevinter magister called. What is the difference between Dragon Age II: BioWare Signature Edition and regular Dragon Age II? General. I had to bring my team of Anders, Merrill, and Aveline to take him down. Act 2 you get that cutscene with the varric interrogation and afterwards, you'll definitely know you're in act 2. My duel strategy (as a mage) is basically this: run around the columns in a sort of figure eight pattern. Over the course of Act 2 (and in one later quest during Act 1), you will have the potential to do things that gain the Arishok's respect. The Isabela friend romance doesn't really seem to go anywhere, until the very end. later in act 3 after the " on the loose" last mage in lowtown was taken care of I went to hawkes home and merril was. Earning the Arishok respect to engage in a duel. Dragon Age II. Then, you get your timer and your tissues, so that you can complain about the length of the fight to your friends and to wipe up. From what the Arishok saw from his time in Kirkwall, the system of the city was broken. I wouldn't want to live with the qunari, but I have some respect for them and their society (. Codex. You'll have access to the cave and will fight the Varterral there. ' EDIT: Just went back to my last game where Hawke had the Arishok's respect but Isabela showed up so Fenris didn't propose he duel. and of course FIRST time, as in act 1, as in no real prestige yet and not part of a group that's got my back against the templars haha but it would be annoying not to be able to be around. This is your first interaction with the Arishok, the military leader of the Qunari. Reina Hawke plays an intricate game of balance, acting as a go-between for the Viscount and nobles of Kirkwall and the Qunari. normal enemies on a critical hit. Side with the Templars at the end and you will be named him. In order to gain maximum respect from. twilightsaviour 12 years ago #2. Afterward, return to the Arishok and select the "I killed some of your Qunari" option to gain a decent amount of respect. How do you get an Arishok respect? During the Actt Shepherding Wolves, you’ll be forced to do battle with some Qunari soldiers. LVTDUDE ( talk ) 02:39, August 20, 2011 (UTC) What's worse than being marked as honorable and receiving the respect of the Arishok, only for him to find out that your honor and 'One on one' duel revolved around you running behind pillars and summoning your dog?What is the best armor for a Mage? Verdika 10 years ago #1. People are usually drawn to you because. Javaris asks Hawke to kill a band of Tal-Vashoth to win favor with the Qunari Arishok, securing trading rights to a. Act 2 - Blackpowder courtesy, offering and lost and folliwng the qun it says dialogue options can increase or decrease respect. Hey guys, does anyone know if anyone, anywhere, has compiled a dialog script of the game? Hawke personalities withstanding even. This altercation can be resolved in a few interesting ways, the most. You'll still have to choose to kill him or not and you're forced to choose a side they're 2 different endings. Act 2- once you hear his delegates are missing immediately go and tell him. Assuming you don't side with Petrice the Arishok will come to respect Hawke, much as Sten did the Warden, but unlike Sten he's seen too much bad from Kirkwall to consider that Hawke is. GundamFanT 12 years ago #9. "Questioning Beliefs" *SPOILERS*. ". The first time I tried, I managed to get him below 50% and he only healed twice, before killing me due to carelessness. Each action below earns a respect "point" towards the achievement. The high dragon bugged out but in a good way, I was down to just Fenris with no more potions and suddenly Anders woke back up and I slamed revive and got everyone else alive and regrouped, lol. Boards. She did not show up for their weekly meeting. 'friends in low places' mission. I beat the arishok to get the trophy. Corruption was rampant, the people increasinly hostile to his men. How do you become viscount and how do you become a rival with the Arishock?The Arishok said to Hawke, 'You alone are basalit-an', then went on to say to all in general, 'This is what respect looks like, bas! Some of you will never earn it. Dominate Personality: Sarcastic. Guess what race im playing in inquisition. You have to do all the Quanari-related sidequests (the powder, locating the lost Quanari patrol on the Wounded Coast, escorting the Quanari mage, etc. You need to move the needle sufficiently far into either friendship or rivalry to engage in a romance. Forums: Index > Game Discussion Arishok respect. Seneschal Bran starts his talk with a stern warning about implementing discretion. Sten wanted to atone for killing that family. You must do the following: The Arishok cared about other people from other races that converted to the Qun. Offered and Lost. [DAO Spoilers] SomewhatHandicapped. On the other hand, he looks like a freaking ostrich with all those feathers around his neck and his. Too bad I forgot to save and and can't reload my file = (. 6k more. Over the course of Act 2 (and in one later quest during Act 1), you will have the potential to do things that gain the Arishok's respect. Yeah you can't save her. (spoilers)". Sums it up, I think. It was announced for PlayStation 3, PC and Xbox 360 on July 8, 2010 and for Mac on January 12, 2011. SO! Earning the Arishok's respect. This quest is acquired by turning in the quest Blackpowder Courtesy to Viscount Dumar. Over the course of Act 2 (and in one later quest during Act 1), you will have the potential to do things that gain the Arishok's respect. By w0lfam0da1s - Sat Mar 09, 2013 5:38 am. Look in your box behind the book and see if there's a card for black emporium. andyt73 12 years ago #1. ! Over her head but I can't talk to her. Complete Blackpowder Courtesy. Solas could feel the same about the Inquisitor regarding their title and refers to them as such out of respect. Dragon Age II is the sequel to Dragon Age: Origins developed by BioWare. Never mind found it. Once that is completed he will ask you to talk with Seneschal Brann and he will give you a quest called Offered and Lost. rogue: shadow assassin. The Qunari soldier killed Petrice and said to Hawke: We care about our people. That usually helps with any encounters. In. 6k more. Books and Songs. Top Voted Answer. The Bone Pit is a large quarry located outside of Kirkwall. Introduce yourself. The first CGI. Its been a while since I played as a warrior but I think I can give you a few tips. I removed the part where the Arishok whines about having to fight a female Hawke, because he has no such qualms in the multiple other scenarios that result in him proposing the duel himself, and he doesn't need Fenris to explain the intricacies of qunari gender theory. ~During Act 2 you hunt down five "Evil. Deadlyrain92 (Topic Creator) 12 years ago #7. The Arishok doesn’t look up, he simply strides to the ocean where it beats against the rocky shore. Constantly keep on the move and try to chip away at his health. Arishok is the military leader of Qurani and a major antagonist of the 2011 video game Dragon Age II. The Viscount dies, but Hawke becomes the champion by slaying the Arishok. After passing the second part of the game, my respect for qunari much increased. You should also make the following key choices (quest names are indicated in red): 1. I especially Headcanon that Wolfe developed a friendship with the Arishok, especially between act 1 and act 2. An icon in the center of the dialogue wheel shows the type and/or tone of Hawke's response. I like Bethany more than Carver but I know that Carver survives if you choose mage. ) and in between *ALL* of them you need to go to the Arishok. Go to your estate; Gamlen is here but Leandra is not. What is the difference between Dragon Age II: BioWare Signature Edition and regular Dragon Age II? General. I've read all of the tips t various places on the internet but they don't exactly help when I get killed within about a minute. For Dragon Age II on the PlayStation 3, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "Is Ser Isaac armor still available?". centerflag98 12 years ago #3. Islam as it is a governing religion of the state and their stature is of that of the Muslims. When is the new patch coming out for the PS3? 4. Quitting the game and restarting the game means leaked memory could be offending still or depending on how memory is managed, cause there to be less and a lock up to occur once the memory has been all used up. A Worthy Rival is an achievement in Dragon Age II, which is obtained by earning the Arishok's respect during Acts 1 and 2. The Arishok states it's an insult when a. Theme: Dragon Age 2, Battle with the ArishokMusic: The Benny Hill Show (Yakety Sax)Style: Comedy/CritiqueI always find th. And he made sebastian declare war on me. Select "Your delegate is missing" to gain some respect. 6 Answers. I haven't done it myself, but i believe this is what you need to do: 1)Get Isabela to 50% Friendship/Rivalry. Solas: Knight to C3. The main reason for a playthrough as each class is for the Mass Exodus trophy. Answers. The Arishok was wrong to keep them, the elves were wrong for murdering the guard, and Aveline was wrong for not believing the elves/ dragging her feet to investigate. For Dragon Age II on the PlayStation 3, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "Has anyone had this happen to them (spoilers maybe)". crattaway 12 years ago #2. Act 1 - after turning in the quest with the mage qunari go back to him and in the wheel there will be an option to tell him you killed some of his men. They may make things a bit easier, but you can still end up with a 'game over' often enough if you make a mistake (or are unlucky). Damage can actually follow a player beyond the normal weapon range or strike path. You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. He killed her! The explosion was cool, but geez, wasnt expecting that. The wiki has lists of all the Main, Secondary, Side, and Companion missions, and most of them have a list of what opportunities for Friend/Rival points there are. No matter what I say I always end up fighting. 03) bugged. That's good news. At that time, you can either hand her over to. Any tips? I tried fighting from the top to get the javelin guys and from the bottom with the mages to the walls and just keep dying, even with a revival spell. Arcane Horrors are weak to Lightning, Cold, and Nature, but resist Spirit. How can I earn the Arishok respect? Build. . He came to Kirkwall searching for a stolen relic when he was in charge to restore his honor and general. The Arishok respects that. Where can I find the letters from the Band of Three? Side Quest. How to unlock A Worthy Rival This is missable. Any tips? I tried fighting from the top to get the javelin guys and from the bottom with the mages to the walls and just keep dying, even with a revival spell. There are three recruitable companions in DA2 from Origins: Isabela- found at The Pearl in Denerim in Origins, teaches Duelist specialization. Hit him with Horror and then take a few shots while he's stunned. Just check the journal a lot and if it has something listed then go talk to her. pk1154 7 years ago #2. He came to Kirkwall searching for a stolen relic when he was in. Arishok is their Führer and the religion "Qun" is as fasist and crazy as nazism -- 87. Fun achievement and amazing character! Enjoy the way back playback. No matter what I say I always end up fighting. Hawke is the Helpful Refugee. DA2 All Convos with The Arishok (+ earning his respect) eli 6 subscribers Subscribe 2. . A warrior, rogue and 2 mages combo is usually the best partly like DAO. Let them come, if they find the courage. Close to the max. If your health isn't above 80% when this happens, you will likely die. The Arishok was stuck in a large city swarming with people he didn't know and most of those he did have any kind of dealings with didn't make a good impression. A Question of Honor As our interactions with him begin, the Arishok has been shipwrecked and trapped for far too long. There is mention of being a woman in the last quest of act 2 when Isabella doesn't return. If Isabella returned or if you have fenris in your party,when the arishok challenge you to a duel,refuse his duel and you will fight him with your whole party. Also I killed him because I thought he deserved it but then you don't have a healer unless your sister Bethany comes along if you're a non mage. Act 3: Meredith takes over Kirkwall as a tyrant. Running into Carver and the Grey Wardens. In DA:2, is there a way to see a characters contribution to party damage, kills, highest hit point attack etc like there was in DA:O? Nikolaj-11 12 years ago #2. The goal for this build was something "well-rounded". Before doing so, go against the Viscount's suggestion and speak with the Arishok. In terms of what respect Saarebas receive from the Qun, they get a mixture of pity and awe. The Arishok can't quite run as fast as Hawke. 6 Answers. you do not have to give her the relic, you. DD:DA Pawn: Saxa. . (You find out a couple years have passed) The advantage of a bad memory is that one enjoys several times the same good things for the first time. I'm on casual difficulty at level 14 with a warrior Hawke and I get slaughtered by Arishok's men almost right away. Can't imagine going through the game manually ordering everyone to do stuff, would really slow down the combat, the speed and flow of which is DA2's strength. I had one who could have dueled and refused because she wanted to kill every last Qunari there. I can't beat the Arishok battle. Damage can actually follow a player beyond the normal weapon range or strike path. A cornered fox is more dangerous than a jackal. Unpopular opinion: Arishok was the best character in DA ️ . Elite enemies who get trapped by Gravitic Ring become easy not simply because of the effect of the spell but because they will do nothing for the duration. So knowing all that, the arishok wouldn't necessarily care at all whether Hawke was male or female. End of Act 2 SPOILERS. Our marketplace also has thousands of “close out” domains, at even lower prices! Building a fabulous online presence starts with a top-quality domain name from DomainMarket. 6 Answers. Sometimes people do shit without letting the leader knowing until afterwards. The Arishok is meant to be the final boss of Act 2. Later we save her friend and she offers the triple threat match so to speak and I turned that down but her and zev got busy right in front of me and anders laughed. psn ID: Tarny73. It also makes more sense for Tallis to respect Hawke so much (since Hawke gained the respect of the Arishok). Fenris will speak qunlat in greeting, which will impress the Arishok. clear as mud on act 2. After Petrice's death, he becomes the main antagonist of Act 2. Along this line, I would have liked to see your decisions factor into Adamant with a point system (similar to Arishok respect) where if you don't have enough something bad happens. Online Customers: A code with instructions on how to download your bonus items will be emailed to you within 48 hours of your order shipping. Is Morrigan in Dragon age 2? Plot. I'm in the chateaux now and trying to poison the wyvern's food, but I just can't mix it correctly XD. kenff6 9 years ago #1. Note: This topic has been unedited for 4626 days. You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. I can be 20 feet out of arm/sword's reach of him and his axe-swipe still damages me somehow. In all honesty, the Qun is a blend if Islam and Buddhism. I need about 18 more sovereigns and I have done ALL of the side quests/companion quests/etc. Share. You must do the following:The Arishok cared about other people from other races that converted to the Qun. cheatmaster110 12 years ago #6. If there is, then it's at least not in the same place as in DA:O, so i suppose not. The only other feat of enormous magic that comes to mind is the destruction of Arlathan but that happened long before Kirkwall was founded. AlveinFencer 12 years ago #11. Select "Your delegate is missing" to gain some respect. Dragon Age II. Regardless of the outcome, all remaining Qunari leave Kirkwall with the Arishok vowing his people’s return. It got me through everything before, but now the Arishok and his cronies cut us all down in a matter. Dragon Age II. You must do the following:You must earn his respect before the end of Following the Qun or else you won't get this trophy. Demands of the Qun: Let Meredith take command. Reasoning with Hawke, the Arishok made clear he could not leave without the Tome of Koslun, leaving him without any hope of returning home. Boards. When speaking to those who do not follow the Qun, their statements are often laconic, with a kind of underlying condescension. You can choose sides mages or templers. I also think that Duke Prosper inviting Hawke as the Champion of Kirkwall (so after the end of Act 2) is a more believable reason. Basra Vashedan: Used to refer to non-Qunari ideas, and sometimes, people; "foreigner trash. Assuming you have recruited Isabela, she will also be present, and will argue with Aveline – Isabela has found the relic that she lost, and retrieving it would mean that her pursuer, Castillon, would spare her life. Blackpowder Promise is an Act 1 main quest in Dragon Age II. Selecting "do not hide it, the Arishok will know" is the best option, as well as not denying what happened when questioned later. For Dragon Age II on the PlayStation 3, a GameFAQs message board topic titled "Is there a difference between. just move closer, throw the mark of death, and then move. STAGGER 20% vs. The Arishok states it's an insult when a female Hawke suggests settling it with a duel. From the start he should rush at you try to advoid him if you can, don't try to fight him head on as he'll just slash. Guides. however it is a lot easier and quicker to team up against him. You can turn isabella in to arishok with relic or keep her.