The fourth installment of the series, , sees the fate of Thedas hanging in the balance once again and this time it's down to a new protagonist, Rook, to save the world. But just like in previous games, Rook isn't going it alone and sets about recruiting a team of experts from all across the continent. Each has their own intriguing backstory and personal quest to aid them with unresolved issues in their past that are causing too many distractions.
[Warning: This article contains spoilers for Dragon Age: The Veilguard.]
Companions, their quests, and who are available for romance have always been a core part of the experience. There are seven companions for Rook to recruit and romance in , with each companion coming from one of the six available factions, plus Harding for some Inquisition contacts. As the main quest progresses, companion quests will gradually unlock to continue their personal stories and evolve Rook's relationship with them. However, some feel more impactful than others, while some struggle to work within the main plot.
Davrin represents the Grey Wardens in and, when first met, comes across as a stoic and resourceful monster hunter. Originally assigned as the bodyguard to Wardens who were training the newly found griffons, Davrin is fiercely loyal to both the Grey Wardens and his new charges. When Rook goes to Davrin for help with the Blight, his personal quest will begin as all but one of the young griffons are taken by a mysterious creature known as the Gloom Howler. As the quest progresses, the creature’s true identity is revealed and the griffons are saved.
Those who enjoyed will be upset to see what has become of Isseya, especially as she is the opposite now of the person portrayed in the novel.
Davrin’s quest is a fascinating look at the Grey Wardens and doesn’t shy away from showing that the faction has often done terrible things in the name of saving Thedas. However, it's a little disappointing not to learn more about Davrin himself, ashis
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