Companion Approval & Disapproval
Your companions in Dragon Age: Inquisition are more than just allies in combat; they are individuals with their own beliefs, motivations, and histories. Your actions and dialogue choices throughout the game will directly impact their approval of you, ranging from deep admiration to outright disapproval. High approval can unlock companion quests and even romance options, while low approval can lead to strained relationships and potential conflict.
Each companion has a unique set of values and triggers for approval and disapproval. For example, Varric generally approves of actions that benefit the common folk and dislikes unnecessary cruelty, while Iron Bull might approve of bold, decisive actions and disapprove of perceived weakness or indecisiveness. Understanding these individual leanings is key to managing your relationships.
General Triggers for Approval:
- Making decisions that al with their personal beliefs or goals.
- Completing their personal quests and helping them resolve their issues.
- Choosing dialogue options that show empathy, respect, or agreement with their viewpoints.
- Demonstrating competence and leadership in critical situations.
General Triggers for Disapproval:
- Making decisions that contradict their personal beliefs or goals.
- oring or failing to help them with their personal quests.
- Choosing dialogue options that show disrespect, disagreement, or cruelty.
- Appearing incompetent or indecisive.
Some companions have more nuanced reactions. For instance, Solas might approve of actions that benefit the Fade or ancient elven lore, while disapproving of those that harm it. Vivienne, on the other hand, often approves of actions that uphold the status quo and the Circle of Magi's authority.
some choices might lead to approval from one companion and disapproval from another. This creates interesting dilemmas and forces you to consider the broader impact of your decisions on your party dynamics. Pay attention to the on-screen notifications indicating approval or disapproval, as these provide direct feedback on your choices.
Building strong relationships with your companions is a rewarding aspect of Dragon Age: Inquisition, offering deeper insights into their characters and the world of Thedas. Cultivating their approval can lead to powerful allies and a more fulfilling narrative experience.