Summary
One of the most popular traditions in theDragon Agefranchise is forcertain characters to return throughout the games. This aspect has been explored in different titles, with familiar faces reappearing to expand their stories and assist the new protagonist in their missions.
InDragon Age: The Veilguard, the developer continues this practice by bringing back a memorable selection of characters, from companions of the first game to the protagonist ofInquisition. For longtime fans, re-encountering these characters is an enriching experience that allows players to relive iconic moments and stories alongside them.
8Neve Gallus
From The Expanded Universe, Not From The Games
Although she has never appeared in theDragon Agegames, Neve Gallus was not a character created exclusively forThe Veilguard; she has already appeared in BioWare’s expanded universe, which includes short stories, comic books, and podcasts. So, for fans who follow only the games, she is new, but for those who enjoy other content, Neve will be a familiar face.
InThe Veilguard, Neve plays an even more important role in the plot. Alongside Varric and Harding, she is committed to stopping Solas’s plans. Additionally, Neve faces internal challenges withthe Shadow Dragons, the faction she is part of, while fighting against the Venatori.
7Inquisitor
An Excellent Addition For Longtime Fans
The presence of protagonists between games is not new inDragon Age: The Veilguard, as inInquisition, Hawke, who was the main character of the second game, also had an important role in the plot. Now, it’s the Inquisitor’s turn to be a fundamental piece for Rook in the battle to protect the Veil.
This makes the Inquisitor’s participation impactful and relevant, especially for those who have been following the franchise for a long time, as seeing an old character return can bring great weight to the story, just like seeinghow the key decisions made during the previous gameimpacted the narrative. For those who are just starting the series now, however, it does not have the same depth.
6Isabela
The Pirate Queen Returns In Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Isabela is a recurring character in theDragon Agefranchise, mentioned in all three previous games. InDragon Age: The Veilguard, she returns with the same charisma and personality as always, assuming an important role in the plot. Now leader of the Lords of Fortune, Isabela also shows evolution via her status and the relationships she has with some characters.
Her presence inThe Veilguardis a gift for longtime fans, allowing them to re-experience her charismatic and fearless personality. Isabela is more than willing toface the elven gods alongside Rook, enriching the narrative and expanding the continuity of the series.
5Dorian Pavus
A Familiar Face For Dragon Age: Inquisition Players
Despite the redesign of the character’s appearance not completely pleasing all fans of Dorian Pavus, the character who isan important companion inDragon Age: Inquisitionreturns inThe Veilguard, but this time, he does not join Rook’s battle (at least not on the front lines). As a representative of the Shadow Dragons, many of his motivations from the previous game remain intact.
Despite being more experienced, Dorian Pavus maintains the same charismatic and sharp personality that captivated players inDragon Age: Inquisition. The character’s sharp intellect, combined with irreverent humor, remains intact, ensuring memorable moments for fans to enjoy. Even away from the front lines, Dorian continues to be an essential and fascinating presence inThe Veilguard.
4Lady Morrigan
The Witch Of The Wilds Plays A Fundamental Role In This Game
Being one of the most intriguing characters inDragon Ageand also one of the first companions to join players in the franchise,Morrigan is a witch who lives isolatedin the forest alongside her mother, Flemeth. Through a sharp-humored personality and being a difficult ally to deal with, with questionable moral choices, she also became a fan favorite.
Present inOriginsand inInquisition, Morrigan returns inDragon Age: The Veilguardand is a fundamental piece in Rook’s fight against the elven gods. Older and more experienced, players can notice a slight change in the character’s personality, but nothing erases the essence that made her one of the mostcomplex individuals in BioWare’s universe.
3Lace Harding
Role Reversal In Dragon Age: The Veilguard
While many characters who return inDragon Age: The Veilguardabandon the front lines and help the protagonist in other ways, Lace Harding took a different path in the game. When she appeared inInquisition, she was a scout who helped to recognize the area before missions, but now it is possible to see her combat abilities.
Being a more active character, both in the party and in the story, Lace Harding gained a bit more depth in the game’s plot, being a fundamental piece in various missions. So, seeing her again is not only fun, but - following the character’s evolution - it shows how the world ofDragon Agehas progressed between games.
2Solas
After Years, Players Finally Learn More About The Plot Twist
The post-credit scenes ofDragon Age: Inquisitionreveal a big plot twist about Solas, which took years to be explored further, only happening when he returned as a central character inDragon Age: The Veilguard. Despite his motivations being ambiguous, Solas’s storyline gained more depth.
The character plays a fundamental role in the unfolding of the main events of the fourth game of the franchise, guiding the protagonist in an attempt to combat the problems that plague the characters. Furthermore, the interactions with Solas in the Fade are interesting, as he always finds a way to respond to Rook’s provocations in kind.
1Varric Tethras
One Of The Best Characters In The Dragon Age Franchise
Since his introduction inDragon Age 2, accompanying Hawke on the journey through Kirkwall, Varric has become one of the fans' favorite characters and has also earned an important place in the plot of the games. He is also a returning character inDragon Age: The Veilguard, having a fundamental role to play in the story.
Despite the majority of thechoices that players made inDragon Age 2andInquisition, which shaped the character’s entire personality, Varric’s charisma remains intact. He is one of the best companions that BioWare has created for the franchise and manages to tie up the entire narrative of the fourth game, which is sometimes told from his point of view.
