Companion Overview & Recruitment
Your companions are more than just allies in combat; they are the heart of the Inquisition's story, each with their own motivations, backstories, and personal quests. Recruiting the right individuals and understanding their strengths and weaknesses is crucial for success. Building rapport with them through dialogue and actions can lead to deeper relationships, unique insights, and even romance. This section details each companion, their recruitment, and their role within your party.
As the Inquisitor, you'll gather a diverse group of individuals to aid your cause. From seasoned warriors and cunning rogues to powerful mages, each companion brings a unique set of skills and perspectives to the table. Their loyalty can be earned through your actions and dialogue, unlocking personal quests that delve into their past and often present difficult choices. Understanding their combat roles and personal arcs is essential for maximizing your party's effectiveness and experiencing the full depth of the narrative.
Recruitable Companions
Each companion has specific requirements for recruitment, often tied to story progression or specific quests.
| Companion | Class | Recruitment Method | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cassandra Pentaghast | Warrior | Joins during the main quest "The Shards." | The Hinterlands |
| Solas | Mage | Joins during the main quest "The Abyssal High Dragon." | The Hinterlands |
| Varric Tethras | Rogue | Joins during the main quest "The Eye of the Tempest." | Haven |
| Iron Bull | Warrior | Recruited via a War Table mission after reaching Skyhold. | The Storm Coast |
| Blackwall | Warrior | Recruited via a War Table mission after reaching Skyhold. | The Hinterlands |
| Cole | Rogue | Recruited via a War Table mission after reaching Skyhold. | The Hinterlands |
| Dorian Pavus | Mage | Recruited via a War Table mission after reaching Skyhold. | The Hinterlands |
| Sera | Rogue | Recruited via a War Table mission after reaching Skyhold. | The Hinterlands |
| Vivienne | Mage | Recruited via a War Table mission after reaching Skyhold. | Skyhold |
Companion Quests and Approval
Each companion has a personal questline that delves into their past and offers significant choices. Completing these quests can deepen your bond with them, increase their approval rating, and unlock unique abilities or even romance options. Your dialogue choices throughout the game also impact their approval. High approval can lead to them becoming more powerful allies and potentially unlocking special dialogue or endings.
Combat Roles
Understanding each companion's class and specialization is key to forming an effective party. For example, Cassandra is an excellent tank, while Varric provides ranged support and crowd control with his Bianca. Solas offers powerful offensive and crowd-controlling magic, and Iron Bull can be a formidable damage dealer.