Dragon Age: Origins

Dragon Age: Origins

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Ceremonialist

Ceremonialist

Defied the Cult of Andraste in "The Urn of Sacred Ashes"

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How to unlock the Ceremonialist achievement in Dragon Age: Origins - Definitive Guide

As soon as you get to the end of the trials and the urn SAVE!

Then select the urn and put the blood in the ashes. SACRILEGIOUS will pop. If you have Leliana with you she will immediately turn hostile and attack with the guardian. Simply die and reload your saved game (it will obviously be your latest) and do not put the blood in the urn this time. When you leave the room to the mountain top again the Dragon worshipers will attack you. They are not that difficult to kill and then CEREMONIALIST will pop too.

Both achievements quickly and easily. Just dont hit the gong or the alpha dog will fly down and tear you a new one...

* Read the comments below for variations and other information to these achievements. The information about coming up to this point will clarify if anyone was unsure.
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09 Nov 2009 02:34

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So I wasn't even curious about the gong until I read this guide (thumbs up, by the way) but now it's like that big red button that says "Don't Push!" I can't see any way to actually hit it -- was that a joke or is there something special I need to do to get myself killed? :)
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By Em on 11 Nov 2009 18:10
The Dragon that the worshipers think is a reincarnation will fly down if you hit it after dealing with the urn. I was there at level 7 or 8 so I had a new a-hole torn...
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By Andy アンディ on 11 Nov 2009 21:03
Yeah, it's best to simply come back and fight the dragon later after you level up and get better equipment.
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By SWAGshow on 22 Dec 2009 23:11
Also, if you have Wynne with you she turns hostile along with Leliana.
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By DragonFangDan on 01 Jul 2011 22:26
Agree to help Kolgrim to receive the blood! This is a must for Sacrilegious but does not stop you from getting the other achievement!
I used this solution and it didnt mention this and I had to replay the trial over again. Hopefully this prevents you from doing the same as I did.
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By SHAKES MUGWUMP on 24 Jan 2016 23:10
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Agree to help Kolgrim to receive the blood! This is a must for sacreligious but does not stop you from getting the other achievement! I used the other solution and it didnt mention this and I had to replay the trial over again.

Simply save before you talk to him and agree with them until they give you the blood. From there on your can choose either side of the achievement once you reach the earn.

A good place to save it right before stepping over the fire. You'll know what I mean when you get there. Hope I helped.
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Towards the end of your search for the Urn to heal the Arl, you'll come across the Cult of Andraste. After fighting hordes of them, you'll meet one of them who wants to talk. He'll offer you the chance of helping the Cult and still being able to heal the Arl. Reject his offer and continue on to find the ashes.

Whatever you do, DO NOT hit the gong. You won't be able to win the fight that comes until later in the game.

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Towards the end of your search for the Urn to heal the Arl, you'll come across the Cult of Andraste. After fighting hordes of them, you'll meet one of them who wants to talk. He'll offer you the chance of helping the Cult and still being able to heal the Arl. Reject his offer and continue on to find the ashes.

Whatever you do, DO NOT hit the gong. You won't be able to win the fight that comes until later in the game.

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Towards the end of your search for the Urn to heal the Arl, you'll come across the Cult of Andraste. After fighting hordes of them, you'll meet one of them who wants to talk. He'll offer you the chance of helping the Cult and still being able to heal the Arl. Reject his offer and continue on to find the ashes.

Whatever you do, DO NOT hit the gong. You won't be able to win the fight that comes until later in the game.

One Playthrough Method: When you meet the Cult in the caves, say that you'll help them. When you get to the Urn, make an additional save. Do what the Cult wants you to do. Reload, and then defy them.

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Towards the end of the ruined temple, you will meet the cult leader Andraste. He will offer you to help the cult and cure Earl anyway. Refuse the offer and go to the urn with the ashes. You don’t have to touch the dragon, but if you want to kill it, see the tips for the “Dragon Slayer” achievement.
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10 Jul 2011 12:02