Love and War – Dragon Age: The Veilguard Romance Options

The Dragon Age series is renowned for its captivating characters and heartfelt romances. In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Rook is accompanied by seven loyal companions, each with a unique story and the potential to spark romance.

Here’s a guide to the game’s romance system, romantic interests, and how to woo them. Dive into their personal quests, desires, and fears, and learn how to win their hearts!

1. Romance Options in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Romance Options
Romance Options | Source: BioWare

Romancing companions in Dragon Age: The Veilguard follows a familiar pattern of previous games in the same title. To kindle a romantic connection, complete quests that delve into your companions’ backstories and select flirtatious dialogue options when given a chance.

All seven companions are pansexual and open to a relationship with Rook, regardless of their race or gender. This guide will explain the mechanics of romancing and all your romancing options in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.

2. Romance Guide for Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Romance Guide
Romance Guide | Source: In-game footage

To earn heart points with your chosen character, flirt with your companions through dialogue marked by pink hearts.

You can explore romantic connections with multiple characters simultaneously without worrying about hurt feelings – that is until you decide to commit.

i. Tracking Bond Levels

To monitor your romance status, visit the Companions page. Under each companion’s rank, you’ll find a descriptive phrase and icon:

  • Thumbs up: Friendly relationship
  • Clasped hands: Solid allies
  • Heart: Romantic interest acknowledged

ii. Building Relationships

Companions warm up to Rook at different rates, requiring patience and bond growth. To foster romance:

  • Complete companion quests.
  • Engage in regular conversations at the Lighthouse.
  • Consider unique gifts to win their hearts.

iii. Making it Official

Ah, the classic “What are we?” question. Once you’ve reached heart status, the companion will initiate a conversation, asking you to define your relationship. This choice isn’t permanent, but it will affect your connection.

  • Choose to remain friends, reverting the icon to allies.
  • Accept to court them, entering the first romantic stage.

Once you commit to a companion, their icon transforms into two overlapping hearts, signaling your exclusive bond.

3. Romantic Interests in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Priorities, people!

Before saving Thedas, choose who you’ll smooch! Here are the seven contestants vying for your affection!

i. Romancing Bellara Lutare

Bellara Lutare
Bellara Lutare | Source: BioWare
  • To romance Bellara, complete her companion quests – “Echoes of the Past,” “The Demon’s Bargain,” and “Hummingbird’s Lament” – and start flirting after the “Smuggled Relic Case” main story mission.
  • Bellara’s flirt options focus on affirming her interests and supporting her journey. Note that conversation approvals and disapprovals don’t impact romance.
  • If you don’t pursue her romantically, she won’t initiate relationships with other characters, though she shares a history with Veil Jumper Irelin.
  • Consider gifting her the Elven Frog Figurine, available at the Veil Jumpers merchant in Arlathan Forest to increase her affection.

ii. Romancing Neve Gallus

Neve Gallus
Neve Gallus | Source: BioWare
  • Neve Gallus, the Shadow Dragons’ representative, is introduced in the prologue, offering a glimpse into Tevinter society.
  • Rook must demonstrate honesty, avoid deception and violence, and engage with her detective expertise to win her favor. Choosing Neve as a companion during the prologue mission rewards early approval.
  • Neve’s interest can be sparked by flirting when encountering her with Assan. Continued conversations and patience are key.
  • Gift her “Collected Evidence” from the Shadow Dragons merchant to deepen the connection.

iii. Romancing Lucanis Dellamorte

Lucanis Dellamorte
Lucanis Dellamorte | Source: BioWare
  • Choosing Minrathous over Treviso in Act 1 locks you out of this romantic path. To win Lucanis’ heart, Rook must demonstrate action-oriented decisiveness and comfort with occasional hired killings.
  • After the “Bloodbath and Cauldron” story, speak with Lucanis at the Lighthouse, selecting “I don’t mind” and later “I like messes” to initiate romance.
  • Note that alternative responses (“I’m sorry,” “Could be worse, right?” and “Don’t be so damned proud”) will cut off romantic potential.
  • Complete Lucanis’ personal quests to secure an exclusive romance. If not romanced, Lucanis pairs with Neve.
  • Gift him the Antivan Tea Seat from the Antivan Crows merchant in Treviso to strengthen your bond.

iv. Romancing Emmrich Volkarin

Emmrich Volkarin
Emmrich Volkarin | Source: BioWare
  • Emmrich Volkarin, a charming gentleman with macabre interests, offers a unique and mature romance.
  • As one of the older companions in the Dragon Age series, Emmrich’s romance exudes a sophisticated and intellectual vibe, ideal for those seeking profound conversations about life and death.
  • Rook can foster their connection by showing curiosity and open-mindedness towards necromancy and Emmrich’s skeleton manservant, Manfred. If not romanced, Emmrich will instead date Veil Jumper Strife.
  • To deepen your bond, gift Emmrich the Haunted Statuette, available in the Necropolis Halls, reflecting his fascination with the darker side of life.

v. Romancing Lace Harding

Lace Harding
Lace Harding | Source: BioWare
  • Lace Harding, a familiar face from the Inquisition, returns with a more developed and nuanced romance.
  • Harding values straightforwardness and action-oriented decision-making. As Rook’s first companion, building approval with Harding is effortless, especially if you choose her for the prologue mission.
  • Her independence from factions allows for an uncomplicated dynamic focused solely on Rook and Harding’s relationship.
  • Gift her the Hinterlands Cloak from Minrathous’ Black Emporium to strengthen your bond.
  • An endgame choice requires choosing Davrin over Harding for her complete romantic storyline.

vi. Romancing Davrin

Davrin
Davrin | Source: BioWare
  • Davrin, a Grey Warden, defies expectations with his self-assured and confident demeanor. He quickly warms up to Rook, initiating romance after a few flirtatious interactions.
  • Davrin values courage, selflessness, and results-driven decision-making. To win him over, demonstrate similar values. And try not to spoil the baby gryphon despite its charm.
  • Encourage his relationship with Assan and support tough choices, like standing up to the First Warden. When sharing concerns, respond with determination, like “it’s us or them.”
  • Davrin’s companion gift, the Display on Ancient Griffons, can be purchased at Grey Hold in the Hossberg Wetlands.

vii. Romancing Taash

Taash
Taash | Source: BioWare
  • Taash, a young Qunari dragon slayer, seeks self-discovery and romance. To win her heart, support her journey of self-exploration and personal growth.
  • With her innocent charm and openness, Taash offers Rook a delightful and uncomplicated romance option.
  • To foster a connection with her, show respect towards the Lords of Fortune, and avoid dismissive comments. If not romanced, Taash may develop a relationship with Harding.
  • A set of trinkets from the Lords of Fortune merchant can deepen your bond.

We hope this comprehensive guide has helped you navigate the captivating world of Dragon Age romances. Will you forge unbreakable bonds or ignite passionate romances? The journey is yours to create.

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4. About Dragon Age: The Veilguard

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is an action role-playing video game developed by BioWare and published by Electronic Arts. It is the fourth major installment in the Dragon Age franchise and serves as a sequel to Dragon Age: Inquisition (2014).

The game was released for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on October 31, 2024. It has received generally positive reviews from critics.

Set ten years after the events of Inquisition, the game introduces new locations within the fictional world of Thedas for players to explore.

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