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A Duelist's Dilemma Side Quest Walkthrough | Echoes of Aincrad (SAO EoA)

A Duelist's Dilemma Side Quest Walkthrough | Echoes of Aincrad (SAO EoA)

Last Updated: July 16, 2026 at 1:46 AM
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A Duelist's Dilemma Summary

A Noble has challenged anoter to a duel in an attempt to restore his honor. Unfortunately, he's been injured so he wrote a letter of forfeit. He asks you to deliver it to his opponent in the arena chosen by the latter.

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How to Unlock A Duelist's Dilemma

Find the Related NPC

Quest GiverMap
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Noble
LocationTolbana
How to UnlockBeat the Main Quest Onward to Tolbana

A Duelist's Dilemma Walkthrough

[1] Talk to the Noble

The Noble tells you that he was supposed to have a duel with another but he got injured. He asks you to deliver his letter of forfeit to his opponent waiting in the arena chosen by the latter.

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[2] Access the Main Terminal and Start the Quest

Interact with the Main Terminal and choose which location you want to start.

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[3] Head to the Duel Spot and Deliver the Letter

You'll be teleported to the entrace of the Soldier's Stronghold Dungeon. The dungeon is filled with enemies but the path is straightforward.

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There's a safe area near the marked location that acts as a checkpoint.

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[4] Defeat the Dire Strife Wolf

Turns out that a Dire Strife Wolf will be waiting for you instead. Be careful as it is accompanied by 2 Nepanthes. Defeat them to complete the quest

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[4] Return to the Noble

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The Noble is insulted that his opponent resorted to such tactics. Nevertheless, he awards you for your efforts.

A Duelist's Dilemma Rewards

Base Rewards・Exp x 200
・Spirit Crystal x 1
Completion RewardsDaring Armguards Blueprint

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