Key takeaways
- Veilguard introduces new friends, but fans miss old favorites like Anders and Sera.
- Fans want to see former Antam leader Stan navigating the Qunari and Fenris joining the Shadow Dragon.
- Notable characters like Cole, Zevran, Merrill, and Iron Bull bring exciting dynamics to fights and storylines.
Dragon Age: Vilguard A series known for writing beloved characters has introduced great new friends. Players are having a great time bringing these new faces into battle with them, but there are some old friends that are still missing.

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Some characters from previous games appear, from Dorian Dragon Age: Exploration and from Isabella Dragon Age 2. Also, Morrigan returns as an active character once again after her first appearance Dragon Age: Origins And turned inside him Dragon Age: Exploration. Still, there are some characters that would have been a great match for this new northern setting.
8 Anders
A chance at redemption
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- November 3, 2009
Anders, a human sorcerer who first appears Dragon Age: Origins and goes back inside dragon age 2, A very explosive discharge may occur from the series. Still, there are some narrative threads Velgard Many characters may not be too happy to see him, even if he is ready to finish.

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However Varric mentions his safe escape from the city of Kirkwall Dragon Age: ExplorationIt will be interesting to see his reaction to the war between wizards and templars, the development of the Inquisition, or the changes that Solas and other elven gods make on screen. Anders can also create some interesting conflict, as his morals are closely aligned with Solas: both are wizards willing to do anything to achieve their goals.
7 Stan
Another perspective on Qunari culture
Stan was the first Qunari friend Dragon Age series. By finally giving up his position and allowing him to return, players would see through a character who once found his home in this culture. The conversations between Taash and Sten would be incredibly interesting and could lead to some great character development for both of them, because, VelgardTash is the only Qunari on Rook's team
It will also be interesting how the former leader will interact with the Ravens in Treviso: will he be a welcome asset or a wary ally?
6 Sera
Will fit right in with the tone of the Veilguard
- First appearance: Heroes of the Dragon Age
- Platform: Mobile
- Released: December 5, 2013
- Developer: Capital Games
- Genre: RPG
While there are references to Serra and his “people”. Dragon Age: Curtain Guard, Casting bees along with a unique grenade belt, Cera's appearance is regrettably non-existent. His quick wit and love for the common people will fit right in curtain guard, And Rook's team is defeating a villain with that traditional fantasy feel. And anyway, who wouldn't want to see her steal some Venatori pants?

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She can be a very divisive friend, but what makes her controversial are the same traits that make her a great one. Velgard Friend: No meaning and nothing to be taken seriously. Also, Sera will have some interesting take on the class structure in a highly ranked Tavern.
5 Coll
A little more mercy
- First appearance: Dragon Age: Asunder
- Release: December 20, 2011
- Author: David Guider
From one possible outcome to the Fed's visit after the events of Cole Dragon Age: The Quest, It would make perfect sense for him to appear at the lighthouse. His strange relationship with Solas makes for great interaction between the two now known as Solas' demi-god. Learning that elves potentially come from spirits could also be interesting information for Cole and his identity struggle between humanity and spirits.
Cole would also make an interesting choice for a Caretaker or, if he leans into his humanity research, A friendly face among the wounded in whatever city the player chooses not to help.”Warden's best friend“Search.
4 Iron Bull
The Iron Bull, to be exact
- First appearance: Heroes of the Dragon Age
No one would be more excited to fight two dragons at once Dragon Age: ExplorationIron Bull. Although the team already has a designated dragon hunter in Taash, Iron Bull will provide some great banter among existing companions and will certainly have plenty of reasons to use his skills. That is if Rook can afford him.
Iron Bull will have some interesting things to add to Tash's character development, given his relationship with Krem. Research and her knowledge of traditional Kunari concepts of gender. Perhaps he can serve as a father figure who can help them understand both themselves and their mother better.
3 Zevran
slayer of crows
- First appearance: Dragon Age: Origins
Some players have noted that the crows seem a bit more tame Dragon Age: Vilguard Than previous games, and who better to discover that history than Zevran? Mentioned briefly in the notes and dialogue as a raven that stops the activities of assassins in Fereldon, Zevran would be a great addition to bring some gray morality to the ravens front and center.
Of course, he'll have to make some kind of peace with Lukanis to join Rook, but a little conflict between friends would be welcome.
2 Merrill
Everyone's favorite Blood Maze
- First appearance: Dragon Age: Origins
Meryl, a Dalish blood donor who first appeared Dragon Age: Origins And Ma returned as a friend Dragon Age 2 Will fit right in the lighthouse. She repairs her own alluvion dragon age 2, Which should be the entrance at the intersection. Her interest in ancient elven culture and magic would make her an excellent asset against the gods, and her use of blood magic would be particularly interesting. Villegard setting (although it may be difficult to pull mechanically).

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Her relationship with fellow Dalish magic expert Belara will be a sight to behold, perhaps with the most overlap in both skills and personalities existing in the same game.
1 Fenris
Elven god, eat your heart out
Players had their fingers crossed for at least one Fenris cameo Dragon Age: Curtain Guard, But sadly, it didn't happen. Given his goal of ending slavery on Tevinter he would fit perfectly into the ranks of the Shadow Dragons (though his preferred method, killing every single magister, would be too extreme for the group).
The authors also state that adding his tattoos to the game is extremely difficult, requiring his own personal body model. Still, Fenris is a fan favorite, and given the Tevinter setting, it would have been nice to see some Venatori hearts ripped out on the streets of Minrathous.

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- October 31, 2024
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