All Dragon Age The Veilguard romance options

Embark on a whirlwind Dragon Age Veilguard romance with our complete guide to all romance options and how to gain companion approval.

How do you begin a Dragon Age Veilguard romance? Half the fun of Bioware RPGs is deciding which character will be your latest beau. However, it’s not just a case of deciding which digital dolls you want to smush together (though, we’ll admit, it is a bit of that). Each Veilguard romance offers a new facet of love, adding variability to each playthrough.

You can strike up a romance with any of the seven Dragon Age The Veilguard companions you meet in the RPG game. All companions are pansexual, meaning you can successfully proposition any of them in Dragon Age The Veilguard regardless of your Rook’s gender or sexuality. However, they aren’t strictly “playersexual.” Companions can become romantically aligned with each other if you decide not to pursue them, so don’t wait too long to choose your perfect love match; they might find their happily ever after elsewhere.

Dragon Age Veilguard romance options

Here’s who you can romance in Dragon Age Veilguard:

• Bellara
• Davrin
• Emmrich
• Harding
• Lucanis
• Neve
• Taash

How to romance Bellara

Bellara is a bubbly, fast-talking Veil Jumper with a strong moral compass. She’s open to flirtation, though her shy and self-conscious nature means you should be prepared to take it slow. However, you can build approval by bringing her along during your exploits in Arlathan Forest. She’s fiercely protective of her fellow Veil Jumpers, and opting for immoral choices to dispense justice will meet with her approval where they’re concerned.

Bellara’s preferred gift is the Elven Frog Figurine, which you can purchase from the Veil Jumpers faction merchant in Arlathan Forest. It costs ten Flawless Crystals and 70 Gold.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Bellara by speaking to her at the Lighthouse after the “Fire and Ice” main quest. Choose “It’s not, and I do like you” from the dialogue wheel when prompted. This will upgrade her bond level to Shy Crush, but it won’t lock you out of pursuing other romance options just yet.

To fully commit to a romance with Bellara, complete the “Unwanted Guests” main quest and “Hummingbird’s Lament” companion quest then speak to her again at the Lighthouse. Select “I’m sure” from the dialogue wheel to change her bond level to Sweet Romance.

How to romance Davrin

Davrin is a smooth-talking Grey Warden with a strong moral compass and an unlikely bond with a baby griffon. He approves of confident and direct dialogue choices, though he also appreciates Rook’s support when training Assan. You can boost Davrin’s approval by letting him tag along to beat back the Blight in the Hossberg Wetlands.

Davrin’s preferred gift is Display of Ancient Griffons, which you can purchase from the Grey Wardens faction merchant in the Hossberg Wetlands. It costs ten Flawless Crystals and 90 Gold.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Davrin by speaking to him at the Lighthouse after “The Cauldron” main quest. Select “I like the thrill of the chase” to upgrade his bond level to Hot and Bothered.

To make your romance with Davrin official, embark on his “A Friend in Need” companion quest and select “I want to be with you” from the dialogue wheel when prompted. This will upgrade his bond level to Griffon Daddy – a fitting title for our long-suffering Grey Warden.

How to romance Emmrich

Emmrich is a dapper necromancer with a sensitive side. This Mourn Watcher is dedicated to the dead, so express an interest in his theology and remember to handle spirits, skeletons, and other variations of the dearly departed with grace. Bring him along during your descent into the Necropolis Halls for an easy boost to his approval.

Emmrich’s preferred gift is the Haunted Statuette, which you can purchase from the Mourn Watch faction merchant at the Necropolis. It costs ten Flawless Crystals and 60 Gold.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Emmrich by speaking to him at the Lighthouse after the “House of the Dead” companion quest. You can select either “I find you dashing,” “I didn’t expect your kindness,” or “I like your way with words” to boost his bond level to Death’s Call.

To secure a romance with Emmrich, begin his “Arrangements” companion quest and select “Never lonely” when prompted to take your shared infatuation to the next level.

How to romance Harding

Harding is the last remnant of the Inquisition, though her history with Solas can’t diminish her positive outlook. As one of the earliest Veilguard members, Rook’s relationship with this dwarven scout is a bit of a slow burn. Harding prefers Rook to take action as much as possible, and appreciates reassurance as she struggles with her newfound powers. She also doesn’t have a faction available that you can readily assist; instead, you can bolster her approval by taking her into the Solas fight and keeping her in your party as much as possible.

Harding’s preferred gift is the Hinterlands Oak, which you can purchase from the Black Emporium in Dock Town. It costs three Etheric Remnants.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Harding by speaking to her at the Lighthouse before you embark on the “After the Storm” main quest. Select “Anything I can do to help?” from the dialogue wheel to express an interest and upgrade her bond level to Crush.

To fully commit to a romance with Harding, select “I won’t let it take you” during her “The Bond Rekindled” companion quest. This bumps her bond level to Smitten and ensures you both remain dedicated to one another for the rest of your playthrough.

If you decide not to pursue a romance with Harding, she will become romantically entangled with Taash instead.

How to romance Lucanis

Lucanis is Veilguard’s resident bad boy with a heart of gold. This self-professed mage killer is a secret softie, though he’s receptive to a Rook that’s sympathetic to his troubled past. As a seasoned assassin, Lucanis has looser morals than most, and is most receptive to a Rook that’s unafraid to use violence to achieve their goals. You can also meet his approval by bringing him along during your dealings with the Antivan Crows.

The most impactful way to help or hinder your approval rating with Lucanis is making the choice between Treviso or Minrathous. Saving the latter not only causes Lucanis to temporarily leave the Veilguard, but it also locks you out of a relationship with him for the rest of your playthrough. Instead, you should choose Treviso if you’re looking to get serious with Lucanis, though this will come at the cost of your relationship with Neve.

Lucanis’ preferred gift is the Antivan Tea Set, which you can purchase from the Antivan Crows faction merchant in Treviso. It costs ten Flawless Crystals and 90 Gold.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Lucanis by speaking to him at the Lighthouse after “The Cauldron” main quest. Select “I don’t mind” to swerve the conversation towards romance, then choose “I like messes” to boost his bond level to Flirting with Danger.

To embark on a full-fledged romance with Lucanis, speak to him following his “Inner Demons” companion quest and tell him “You’re sweet, you know” when prompted. This takes his bond level to Dancing with a Demon, though you’ll never usurp this mage killer’s first love: coffee.

If you decide not to pursue a romance with Lucanis, he will become romantically entangled with Neve instead.

How to romance Neve

Neve is a private investigator with a sarcastic streak and a strong sense of justice. Her quiet demeanor is undercut by her dry wit, and responding in kind meets with her approval. She also prefers a Rook that shares her analytical mind and prefers to look before they leap. You can bump her approval further by choosing her over Harding ahead of the Solas fight, and bringing her with you during your dealings in Dock Town.

Like Lucanis, Neve’s approval rating is subject to the infamous choice between Treviso or Minrathous. Despite her conflict with the Tevinter Imperium, letting Minrathous fall tanks her approval rating, whereas saving it gives you a welcome boost – just be prepared for your relationship with Lucanis to take a hit.

Neve’s preferred gift is the Collected Evidence, which you can purchase from the Shadow Dragons faction merchant in Dock Town. It costs ten Flawless Crystals and 90 Gold.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Neve by speaking to her after the “The Cobbled Swan Case” companion quest and “The Siege of Weisshaupt” main quest. Tell her “I want to be there for you” during your initial conversation, then speak to her again at the Lighthouse and select the “I like surprising you” option from the dialogue wheel.

To seal the deal on your romance with Neve, choose “I’m here. No matter what” during her “A Clear Mind” companion quest and take her bond level up to Falling Unexpectedly.

If you decide not to pursue a romance with Neve, she will become romantically entangled with Lucanis instead.

How to romance Taash

Taash is a qunari treasure hunter and consummate dragon slayer, so it should come as little surprise that they prefer a direct approach in conversation. Unlike the slow burn of Harding or Bellara, this Lord of Fortune promises a whirlwind romance in later chapters. We recommend taking them with you on your travels up and down the Rivain Coast to get them to warm up to you quickly. Resolve situations with aggression to meet their approval, but be sure to handle their personal matters with the sensitivity they deserve.

Taash’s preferred gift is the Priceless Ancient Trinkets, which you can purchase from the Lord of Fortune faction merchant in the Hall of Valor. It costs ten Flawless Crystals and 90 Gold.

You can begin to pursue a romance with Taash by speaking to them at the Lighthouse after “The Siege of Weisshaupt” main quest. Select “I’m interested if you are” to kindle the spark between you and upgrade their bond level to In Taamlok.

To nurture that spark into a fiery romance, embark on the “A Little Dragon Hatches” companion quest and select “She cares for you. So do I.” This makes the two of you official, but does presage a daunting dinner date with Taash’s mother.

If you decide not to pursue a romance with Taash, they will become romantically entangled with Harding instead.

How does romance work in Dragon Age Veilguard?

Dragon Age Veilguard uses an approval system to measure an NPC’s affinity towards the player character. High approval is achieved by making decisions that match the ideals and values of your prospective partner.

Here’s how to romance a companion in Dragon Age Veilguard:

• Talk to them regularly in their room at the Lighthouse.
• Always choose dialogue options with a heart symbol when they appear.
• Keep them in your party as much as possible.
• Make choices in quests and conversation that align with their personality and beliefs.
• Give them their preferred gifts.

The Veilguard’s approval rating calculations aren’t readily available without mods, but you can follow whether your actions meet your companion’s approval (or disapproval) in real time with pop-up notifications. You can also get a good impression of your suitor’s affinity towards you in conversation. If your would-be partner brushes you off, it’s a safe bet you’re not getting anywhere with them romantically anytime soon. Conversely, a high approval rating will naturally lead to romance.

Unless you have your heart set on a single romance partner, we recommend selecting all dialogue options represented with a heart icon on the dialogue wheel when they appear to gain approval quickly. You can also gain easy bonus approval by showering your chosen companion with gifts tailored to their preference. However, the most significant approval gains are derived from their personal companion quests, leading to serious romance and higher forms of intimacy.

Unfortunately, polyamory is not viable in Veilguard. While you can engage in as much no-strings-attached flirting as you like, choosing to commit to a certain companion will revert the bond levels of all other companions to Friendly.

Equally, spurning a romantic partner by choosing the wrong dialogue options in the key moments mentioned above will lock you out of a potential romance with them for the rest of your playthrough.

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