Fariha Bhatti 
Just like every Dragon Age game, Veilguard has a number of available party members to romance, but players might need some guidance to make things work out.
It just doesn’t feel like a Bioware game without the classic romances, and the Dragon Age franchise offers some of the best in the company’s history. From the enemies to lovers’ angst about romancing Morrigan to the surprisingly complex bond with Iron Bull, Dragon Age romances are always worth pursuing.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard has seven romances to choose from. Unlike previous games, which had a mix of straight and LGBTQ+ romances, every companion in Veilguard is pansexual. That means regardless of the player’s orientation and sexuality, they can romance any of them.
All companion quests are typically spaced apart between the main quests, so regularly visit the Lighthouse to trigger romances and advance progression.
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Dragon Age: The Veilguard romance options explained
All party members in Dragon Age: The Veilguard are romance options, regardless of the player’s race or gender.
Before the game’s release, creative director John Epler confirmed that all Veilguard companions are pansexual, which means they will be attracted to Rook regardless of gender. The move follows Baldur’s Gate 3 doing something similar, where the player could romance any of their party members regardless of their character’s race or identity. Epler discussed the distinction, and discussed how the team avoided simply making the characters “playersexual.”
“There’s a difference for us between playersexual and pansexual. Each of these characters is canonically pansexual,” he said in an interview with Inverse.
In Veilguard, characters are not restricted to specific romantic orientations, granting players complete freedom in their romantic choices. Previous Dragon Age games have offered same-sex romance options, but each NPC also had preferences regarding the gender and race of the player character.
This opens up a lot of romantic possibilities in Veilguard, but there’s a catch. In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, players can only romance one party member. Those who aren’t romanced will pursue other relationships, and won’t be available later. This will make romance a dynamic part of each player’s lore in Veilguard.
All Dragon Age: The Veilguard party members
Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s party is made up of a mix of new characters and characters plucked from various pieces of media. As is generally tradition in Dragon Age, there aren’t any returning party members from past games. Instead, new characters and NPCs from the past come together.
Here is the full lineup of party members in Dragon Age: The Veilguard:
- Bellara Lutare: Bellara is a new romanceable elf in Veilguard who is described as a creative and “romantic” veil jumper
- Davrin: Davrin, also known as the monster hunter, is a warrior elf and a new romanceable companion
- Emmrich Volkarin: Emmrich was one of the Mourn Watchers in the Tevinter Nights short story. He will be available as a romanceable companion alongside his assistant, Manfred
- Lace Harding: Harding first appeared as a dwarven lead scout in Dragon Age: Inquisition but wasn’t available as a romance option or playable character
- Lucanis Dellamorte: Lucanis is an expert assassin mentioned in the official Dragon Age short stories, but he appears as an in-game party member for the first time in The Veilguard
- Neve Gallus: Neve is a human mage fighting for a better future who also appeared in Dragon Age’s written adaptations
- Taash: Taash is a brand-new warrior companion who is labeled as a risk-taker
The opening sequences of the game include Neve, Harding, and Varric fighting alongside the player. Though Varric is one of the few party members to carry over between Dragon Age games, he is not a permanent party member in The Veilguard.
How to romance each party member in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Romance can get a bit involved in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
Only one active player romance is allowed per playthrough, so players must be sure of their romantic choices. Additionally, players must not accidentally “friendzone” their preferred companion. That may lock out their romance for the rest of the run.
Thankfully, a heart symbol will appear while hovering over flirty dialogue choices when talking to companions in Dragon Age: The Veilguard. The game will also handily inform the player if they’re about to start an exclusive relationship, which shuts out flirting dialogue for every other companion. Here’s how to romance every companion in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
How to romance Bellara
A mage from the Veil Jumpers faction, Bellara is a kindhearted yet awkward elf. She spends most of her time in the Lighthouse trying to figure out elven lore or closely listening to the stories of her unexpected companions. To flirt with Bellara, simply compliment her intelligence and show her support whenever appropriate.
Players must gift her the Elven Frog Figurine and finish the Hummingbird’s Lament quest. In total, the player must accomplish four companion quests for Bellara. Unlocking the Hummingbird’s Lament quest requires the player to first finish the Unwanted Guests quest in Arlathan. As for the Elven Frog figurine, players can purchase it from the Veil Jumpers faction merchant in Arlathan.
How to romance Davrin
With his infectious laughter and adorable bond with pet griffon Assan, Davrin brings joy to any wayward gang of misfits. At the Lighthouse, players will find Davrin doting on or arguing with Assan, which looks much the same. Compliment and comfort Davrin at every opportunity, especially when there’s a romantic edge to the dialogue.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard players must gift Davrin a Display of Ancient Griffons and finish the quest A Friend in Need to officially start the romance. Once again, Davrin has four companion quests in total. The player must have finished The Cauldron main quest before they can play A Friend in Need. The Display of Ancient Griffons can be purchased from the Grey Wardens merchant in Lavendel.
How to romance Emmrich
A classy philosopher who dabbles in necromancy, Emmrich brings a cold and calculating vibe to the party. The salt-and-pepper hair and pencil mustache certainly bring a classier vibe than most would expect from an adventurer. To flirt with Emmrich, acknowledge his impressive magical skills and passion for necromancy.
Players must gift Emmrich the Haunted Statuette and finish the Arrangements quest to romance him. Emmrich has three companion quests, which end with Arrangements, which first becomes available after finishing The Cauldron main quest. The Haunted Statuette can be bought from the creepy Mourn Watch merchant in Necropolis.
How to romance Harding
The iconic dwarf scout herself, Harding returns from Dragon Age: Inquisition, much to fan delight. As one of the earliest companions in the game, players can start flirting with the fan favorite from the get-go. To do so, simply show affection and acknowledge when she’s feeling sad or angry.
To romance Harding, Rook needs to give her the Hinterlands Oak and finish The Heart of the Titan quest.
Harding has four companion quests, but unlike the other companions, players can romance her before the questline’s finale. Finish the main quest After the Storm, then play up to the The Bond Rekindled companion quest for Harding. As for the Hinterlands Oak, it can be purchased from the Black Emporium merchant in Dock Town.
How to romance Lucanis
Every party needs the bad boy edgelord, and Lucanis fills that role perfectly. Despite the rogue’s dark side, he can still have moments of softness, especially when you get him talking about his few hobbies. To flirt with the assassin through dialogue, the player must stand by his side, even in his darkest moments.
Players must gift Lucanis the Antivan Tea Set and finish the Inner Demons quest. Much like Harding, the lock-in romance moment occurs right before the final quest. To unlock Inner Demons, the player must have finished the Unwanted Guests main quest in Arlathan. As for the Antivan Tea Set, the Antivan Crows merchant in Treviso has it for sale.
How to romance Neve
Mages are a dime a dozen in Thedas, but Neve stands out with her friendly charm and magical detective skills. To solve the case of romancing Neve, the player should always take her side in conflicts and compliment her on her detective skills.
Players must gift Neve Collected Evidence and finish A Clear Mind. Neve has four companion quests, and unlocking the final one requires finishing the main quest The Siege of Weisshaupt. The Collected Evidence can be claimed from the Shadow Dragons merchant in Dock Town.
How to romance Taash
Although the Qunari are an intimidating bunch, Taash is surprisingly one of the easiest to romance in the entire game. Their journey of self-reflection is straightforward, and “flirting” with Taash simply means being nice to them whenever possible. Most importantly, the player must validate Taash’s feelings regarding their non-binary gender identity.
Players must gift Taash Priceless Ancient Trinketsand finish the A Little Dragon Hatches quest. Taash has one of the longest companion questlines in the game. Fortunately for players, the romance can begin as early as the second quest (unlockable after The Siege of Weisshaupt main quest). The Priceless Ancient Trinkets can be purchased from the merchant in the Hall of Valor.
