Discover Dragon Age: The Veilguard Party's Classes and Secrets
Dragon Age fans, get ready! BioWare has officially renamed the upcoming Dragon Age game to "Dragon Age: The Veilguard." This change aims to better represent the story and the characters you'll be playing with. The new cinematic trailer, showcased at the Xbox Games Showcase, introduced us to some familiar faces and new characters. If you're a Dragon Age enthusiast, you might recognize a few of these characters from books, comics, and past games. Here's a quick rundown of what we know about the Veilguard's party so far.
Rook: The Leader
Rook is the new protagonist, recruited by Varric Tethras to stop the elven god Solas from possibly destroying the world. Players can customize Rook to be a human, elf, dwarf, or qunari. You can also choose their faction, which helps flesh out their backstory.
Voice options include:
- Alex Jordan
- Bryony Corrigan
- Erika Ishii
- Jeff Berg
Harding: The Scout
Scout Lace Harding, a dwarven rogue, returns from Dragon Age: Inquisition. Known for her big heart and positive outlook, Harding now has unexpected magical powers.
Her abilities include:
- Seismic Shot
- Heavy Draw
- Shred
- Adrenaline Rush
- Soothing Potion
Harding is voiced by Ali Hillis, known for her role as Liara T'Soni in the Mass Effect series.
Neve: The Detective
Neve is a human mage and detective from the Tevinter capital, Minrathous. She fights for a better future as part of the Shadow Dragons faction, aiming to end slavery in Tevinter.
Her ice-based abilities include:
- Icebreaker
- Blizzard
- Glacial Pace
- Time Slow
- Replenish
Voiced by Jessica Clark, Neve is making her video game debut in this role.
Lucanis: The Mage Killer
Lucanis Dellamorte is a human rogue working with the Antivan Crows. Known as the Demon of Vyrantium, his dual-dagger rogue build specializes in necrotic damage.
His abilities include:
- Eviscerate
- Abominate
- Soothing Potion
- Debilitate
- Adrenaline Rush
Lucanis is voiced by Zach Mendez, known for his role in Horizon Forbidden West.
Bellara: The Veil Jumper
Bellara is an elven rogue and a newcomer to The Veilguard. She is part of a group protecting the Arlathan Forest in the Tevinter Imperium.
Her electricity-based abilities include:
- Fade Bolts
- Enfeebling Shot
- Replenish
- Time Slow
- Galvanized Tear
Voiced by Jee Young Han, Bellara is known for her roles in Perry Mason and Unprisoned.
Emmrich: The Necromancer
Emmrich is a human Tevinter mage and a master of necromancy. He is part of the Mourn Watch, a group maintaining the dead.
His necromancy build includes:
- Final Rites
- Replenish
- Entangling Spirits
- The Bell Tolls
- Time Slow
Voiced by Nick Boraine, Emmrich also features Matthew Mercer as his skeleton assistant, Manfred.
Davrin: The Warden
Davrin is a new character and a member of the Grey Wardens. Raised in a Dalish clan, he left to seek excitement and adventure.
His warrior build includes:
- Battle Cry
- Death from Above
- Heroic Strike
- Assan Strike
- In War Victory
Voiced by Ike Amadi, Davrin is known for his role as Javik in the Mass Effect trilogy.
Taash: The Dragon Hunter
Taash is a Qunari companion and part of the Lords of Fortune, a group of treasure hunters from Rivain. She is knowledgeable and adventurous.
Her dual-axe build includes:
- Fire Breath
- Dragon's Roar
- Dragonfire Strike
- Spitfire
- Fortune's Favor
Voiced by Jin Maley, Taash is featured in episode five of Vows and Vengeance.
Varric: The Storyteller
While not a party member, Varric Tethras plays a leadership role in The Veilguard. Known from Dragon Age II and Inquisition, Varric is voiced by Brian Bloom.
That's the scoop on the new Dragon Age: The Veilguard crew. Whether they live up to the legacy of characters like Dorian Pavus and Morrigan remains to be seen. But after ten years, we're eager to see BioWare rise to the occasion.
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