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Welcome to NGB and our Unicorn Overlord guide on the Black Knight of the Dunes side quest! Learn how to begin and finish the quest, discover the rewards you’ll earn and the strategy we applied to conquer the battle stage. Keep in mind that we prioritized tasks like freeing forts, capturing bridges, and clearing watchtowers before meeting the victory conditions to maximize experience points, war funds, Honors, and renown, all crucial for strengthening the Liberation Army.
How to Start the Black Knight of the Dunes Quest
To begin the Black Knight of the Dunes in Unicorn Overlord, you’ll first need to complete the Beyond the Swirling Sands quest. A cutscene will trigger and this quest will automatically begin!
How to Complete Black Knight of the Dunes
Speak with Liza near an oasis northeast of the Bandit’s Keep. Select the banner on the world map when you’re ready to start the battle stage which will consist mainly of Dark Knight, Swordfighter and Arbalist enemies so plan your units accordingly. Dark Knights are weak against against flying characters, whereas Swordfighters are weak against Archers and general damage from being hit. Arbalists are weak to Clerics who can heal the damage they deal and cure the afflictions they inflict.
This map consists of 3 Command Posts – 1 in the north, 1 in the central part and 1 on the eastern side of the area. In addition to this, there are 2 ruins near your Command Post. The Jonnich Ruins is to the east of your Command Post and south of that is the Muttiwaran Ruins. Near the Command Post you’ll find the Cuvale Ruins. In the southeastern corner of the area, you’ll find a Divine Effigy: Cyclone. Lastly, you’ll of course find Watchtowers and enemies scattered around the area!
Be on the lookout for shiny objects on the ground throughout the battle stage. You’ll be able to receive the following items: Camping Set (M), War Funds of 5000G and Light Tailfeather.
Liberation Rewards
| Location | Liberation Rewards |
|---|---|
| Northern Command Post | Dew of Skill |
| Jonnich Ruins | War Funds of 7000G |
| Muttiwaran Ruins | Dew of Keenness |
| Central Command Post | Giant’s Canopy |
| Cuvale Ruins | War Funds of 7000G |
| Eastern Command Post | Golden Ram Shield |
After you take out the final Command Outpost, a cutscene will trigger with Gloucester. Aramis and Gloucester will converse and you’ll be kicked back to the world map!
Black Knight of the Dunes Quest Rewards
As a reward for completing the Black Knight of the Dunes quest in Unicorn Overlord, you’ll receive the following:
- Carnat Axe
- Beckoning Bell
- Golden Ram Knights
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