Unlocking Advanced Classes in Dune: Awakening – What You Need to Know
In Dune: Awakening, advancing your class beyond level one requires more than just leveling up. To unlock level two and level three abilities for each class—Trooper, Swordmaster, Bene Gesserit, Planettologist, and Mentat—you’ll need to locate specific NPC trainers located in various regions of Arrakis.
These aren’t found in your starting area, and most of them require travel through the in-game trade post system, which costs in-game currency (Solaris). This guide will walk you through exactly where to go, what to expect, and how much it’ll cost to get your advanced class progress started.
Quick Note: Make sure you’ve unlocked your base class first before proceeding to seek out the advanced trainers.
Step 1: Using Trade Posts to Reach Advanced Class Trainers
To start your journey toward unlocking advanced classes, you’ll need access to a trade post. These act as fast travel hubs via an Ornithopter NPC. You can find one early in the game at Griffin’s Reach in the Haga Basin. This Ornithopter pilot will offer travel to other trade posts or major locations, including Araken and Harko Village.
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Travel Cost: 2,500 Solaris per trip
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Recommended Path: Griffin’s Reach → Araken → Harko Village → Back to Haga Basin (return is free)
Step 2: Araken – Find the Mentat and Trooper Trainers
Once you land in Araken, pull up your map. You’ll start at the far right side. From here, locate the following trainers:
Mentat Advanced Class Trainer
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Location: Behind the barkeep in the upper-right section of Araken
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How to Reach: Enter the building and head straight down the hallway
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What to Expect: The NPC offers a contract-based progression system for unlocking level two and three Mentat skills
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Visual Clue: Blue glow marker indicating an interactable trainer NPC
Trooper Advanced Class Trainer
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Location: Second floor, above the main hall, along the balcony
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How to Reach: Climb the large staircase inside the main building and follow the balcony path
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Questline: Just like with the Mentat, accepting the contract initiates your advancement path
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Pro Tip: Trainers of all advanced classes have a distinctive blue light icon on the map
Step 3: Harko Village – Swordmaster and Bene Gesserit Trainers
After wrapping up your tasks in Araken, return to the Ornithopter pilot in Araken and set your destination to Harko Village. This leg of your journey will also cost 2,500 Solaris.
Once you land, head north. Both the Swordmaster and Bene Gesserit trainers are located at the northern end of Harko Village.
Swordmaster Advanced Class Trainer
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Location: Northernmost point of Harko Village
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What to Look For: A trainer NPC standing near a building edge, clearly marked on your map
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Progression: Accept a contract to unlock level 2 abilities; additional quests unlock level 3
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Tip: Quests often involve combat-focused objectives, so be prepared with gear and supplies
Bene Gesserit Advanced Class Trainer
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Location: Just slightly southeast of the Swordmaster trainer, near the weapons merchant shop
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Identifying Marker: Visible on the map and nearby key buildings
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Advancement Steps:
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Speak with the NPC to begin the dialogue chain
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Accept the contract to begin unlocking level 2 Bene Gesserit class skills
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Complete subsequent quests to reach level 3
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Note: Each advanced trainer has unique questlines. You’ll need to follow the storyline and complete contracts in order to unlock the next tier of skills.
Step 4: Returning to Haga Basin – Free Trip Back
Once you're done in Harko Village, you can use the Ornithopter pilot at the southern end of the village to return to Haga Basin. Unlike the outbound trips, the return to Haga is free.
This is a great time to restock, train your new skills, or prepare for the more complex Planettologist advancement path.
Step 5: Planettologist Trainer – Multi-Step Unlock Process
Unlike other advanced classes in Dune: Awakening, the Planettologist class requires tracking the NPC across different regions. The trainer won’t stay in one spot and must be found again after your initial unlock.
Initial Location – Level 1 Unlock
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Place: Imperial Testing Station #2 in Haga Basin
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Reference Point: This is where you first unlocked your Planettologist class
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Reminder: This location is only for the initial unlock; you’ll need to travel further for level 2
Next Location – Level 2 Quest
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Place: Western Vermilious Gap
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Exact Spot: Imperial Testing Station #197, marked near a giant pit
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What to Do:
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Jump into the large pit and descend to the bottom
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Find the trainer NPC (Derek) waiting there
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Accept the contract to begin unlocking level 2 Planettologist skills
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Step 6: Completing the Planettologist Questline
After accepting the level 2 quest, your job is to enter a nearby research facility and retrieve a specific item.
Quest Walkthrough
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Building: Large underground research station
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Entrance: Use the north side of the facility
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Path:
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Enter the northern door and follow the tunnel
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Keep moving until you reach a green door
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Near this area, you’ll find a chest that contains the required quest item
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Turn In: Bring the item back to Derek at the bottom of the pit
After Completion
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Derek will then unlock your level 2 Planettologist skills
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You’ll be instructed to return to Chinara’s Camp in Haga Basin South, where Derek will reappear
Level 3 Unlock
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Speak to Derek again at Chinara’s Camp
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Accept a new set of quests to unlock level 3 Planettologist skills
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Use the "Learn from Him" option to activate your level 2 skills before leaving
Tip: The Planettologist path involves more exploration and item retrieval than combat, so bring mobility gear and keep your inventory light.
Conclusion: Mastering Advanced Classes in Dune: Awakening
Unlocking advanced class skills in Dune: Awakening requires some legwork and Solaris, but the benefits are worth it. Each class—Trooper, Swordmaster, Bene Gesserit, Mentat, and Planettologist—has its own location and questline. With Ornithopter travel and contracts, you’ll be able to unlock level 2 and 3 skills for deeper gameplay customization.
Whether you're upgrading your combat capabilities or exploring research-heavy routes like the Planettologist, knowing where to go and what to expect makes the process much smoother. Stay prepared, keep Solaris on hand, and always check your map for the glowing blue markers that signal trainer NPCs.
FAQs: Dune Awakening Advanced Trainers
Q1: Where do I find advanced class trainers in Dune: Awakening?
Advanced trainers are located in Araken, Harko Village, and Western Vermilious Gap. Planettologist starts in Haga Basin.
Q2: How much does Ornithopter travel cost?
Each flight between trade posts costs 2,500 Solaris. Returning to Haga Basin is free.
Q3: What level do I need to unlock advanced classes?
You must first unlock your base class. Then, completing contracts from trainers allows you to access level 2 and 3 abilities.
Q4: Are all trainers in one place?
No. They are spread across multiple towns and biomes, requiring travel to different zones.
Q5: How do I find the Planettologist trainer for level 2?
Jump into the pit at Imperial Testing Station #197 in Western Vermilious Gap and find Derek at the bottom.
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