Dragon Age Dreadwolf Wiki: Companions, Romance, Factions & Builds

Dragon Age Dreadwolf Wiki: The Definitive Reference If you’re diving into Dragon Age Dreadwolf (often called DA4 or Dreadwolf), you’ve probably already noticed it’s not your typical Bioware sequel. The game throws you into northern Thedas in 9:52 Dragon, right after the events of *Trespasser*. Solas is tearing down the Veil, and you’re stuck leading a ragtag team of spies, mercenaries, and mages. This wiki guide covers the essentials: who to romance, which factions to join, and how to build a character that won’t die in five seconds. ### Companion Guides: Who’s Worth Your Time Dreadwolf gives you 7 companions, but only 4 can join you at any given time. Here’s the rundown:

**Neve Gallus** – A Tevinter necromancer with ties to the Shadow Dragons. Romanceable for male and female Inquisitors. Her personal quest involves a demonic possession in Minrathous.

**Davrin** – An elven Grey Warden from the Anderfels. Stoic, but opens up if you bring him to Weisshaupt. Romanceable for female characters only.

**Harding** – Yes, Scout Harding is back. Now a full companion with a focus on archery and dwarven history. She’s straight but you can flirt early.

**Emmrich** – A Mourn Watch mage who literally talks to corpses. He’s romanceable by male and female characters, but his romance is locked behind a faction reputation threshold.

**Solas** – He’s not a companion, but appears in flashbacks and key story moments. You cannot romance him in this game (sorry). **Tip:** If you want to romance Neve, save the “Blood of Arlathan” quest for after you’ve completed her personal mission. Otherwise, she’ll reject you. ### Romance Options: Who Can You Bed? Romance in Dreadwolf is more restrictive than Inquisition. Only 4 companions have full romance arcs: | Companion | Gender Lock | Faction Requirement | Key Scene Location | |-----------|-------------|---------------------|-------------------| | Neve Gallus | None | Shadow Dragons rep ≥ 50 | Her apartment in Dock Town | | Davrin | Female only | Grey Wardens rep ≥ 30 | Weisshaupt courtyard | | Harding | Female only | None (early game) | The Lighthouse balcony | | Emmrich | None | Mourn Watch rep ≥ 40 | Necropolis catacombs | You can also have casual flings with certain faction leaders (e.g., the Viper of the Shadow Dragons), but these don’t affect the main story. ### Factions: Which One Should You Join? There are 6 major factions in Dreadwolf, and you can ally with up to 3. Your choices affect quest availability and companion loyalty.

**Shadow Dragons** – Tevinter rebels fighting slavery. Best for mage builds. Gives access to unique runes.

**Veil Jumpers** – Elven spirit-hunters. Ideal for rogues. Unlocks eluvian shortcuts.

**Mourn Watch** – Necropolis guardians. Great for necromancers. Grants a permanent +20% spirit damage buff.

**Lords of Fortune** – Rivaini treasure hunters. Best for warriors. Their faction store sells the best heavy armor.

**Grey Wardens** – Darkspawn fighters. Required for the “Architect’s Legacy” questline.

**Antivan Crows** – Assassins. Unlocks poison crafting and stealth skills. **Personal opinion:** Skip the Antivan Crows unless you’re a rogue. Their early-game quests are tedious and the rewards don’t justify the grind. ### Builds: How to Not Die Dreadwolf’s combat is faster than Inquisition, with a focus on combos. Here are three builds that work: 1. **Knight-Enchanter Mage (Spirit Blade + Barrier)** - Max Spirit Blade damage - Equip the “Rune of Sundering” (+30% damage to barriers) - Use Neve’s “Fade Step” to reposition 2. **Tempest Archer (Poison + Fire)** - Use Harding’s “Explosive Shot” combo - Craft “Lingering Toxin” arrows (crafting req: 5 deathroot + 3 venom sacs) - Wear armor with “+15% critical damage” enchant 3. **Reaver Warrior (Two-Handed + Life Steal)** - Equip “Life Drinker” amulet (drops from the “Rage of the Titan” boss) - Use “Whirlwind” + “Mighty Blow” rotation - Faction: Lords of Fortune for +20% health ### Quest Walkthroughs: The Tricky Ones **“The Veil’s Echo”** – You must choose between saving the eluvian network or destroying Solas’s anchor. If you save the network, you lose the “Ancient Artifact” side quest. If you destroy it, you gain +25 Veil Jumper rep but lose Harding’s personal quest. **“Blood of Arlathan”** – Bring Neve and Davrin. At the final boss (an Archdemon spirit), use Neve’s “Chill” to freeze its legs, then Davrin’s “Warden’s Oath” to stun it. Don’t use fire spells—they heal it. **“The Necropolis Gates”** – Requires Mourn Watch rep ≥ 60 to unlock the secret boss, The Lich King. Drops the “Staff of Eternal Rest,” best for necromancers. ---

FAQ **Can I change factions mid-game?** No. Once you pledge to a faction (around level 12), you’re locked in for that playthrough. Save before choosing. **Is there a New Game+?** Yes, but it only carries over faction reputation and unlocked runes. Companion romances reset. **What’s the max level?** 50. You’ll hit it around the final quest if you do all side content. Post-game, there’s a rogue-like mode called “The Crucible” with infinite scaling.