Summary
One of the main draws ofDragon Age, alongside the thrilling adventures and fun gameplay systems, are the companions. BioWare always excels at crafting utterly unique characters for the players to befriend, loathe, or fall in love with. Regardless of the player’s feelings toward them, the companions play an integral role in aiding the player character in fulfilling their goal.
Nothing in life is made equal, and this is also true forDragon Agecompanions. While most go on to become beloved names forever remembered, there are those companions that don’t make much of an impact or simply aren’t given enough screentime to be a truly well-crafted character.
Aveline is one of the companions that first joins Hawke, as they meet during their flight from Lothering and the poisonous touch of the darkspawn before they make their way on the boat to the relative safety of Kirkwall. Aveline is a strong-headed, stubborn, and independent woman, with mostly admirable qualities, yet she never quite reaches the same levels of memorability as the other companions.
Whether it is due to Aveline not beinga romance optionat all to either Hawke or the fact her character changes the least out of all the companions, fans would be forgiven if Aveline was the last name mentioned when asked to recount all of the companions inDragon Age 2.
Cole is one of the more unique companions inInquisition, as he is not quite mortal, thought to be caught in between the mortal realm and the Fade, with Cole himself not quite sure what he is. He has a unique insight into others around him, speaking of their thoughts, memories, or emotions in rather cryptic ways, sometimes to the chagrin of those he reads.
Despite his rather unique character traits and aninteresting personal questthat allows players to make him a human or spirit, Cole is still one of the more forgettable members of the Inquisition. But when faced with such a colorful cast and the potential end of the world, fans can’t be blamed if they don’t manage to keep track of allDragon Age: Inquisitioncompanions, especially when others such as Solas frequently steal the spotlight.
Dogs are always themost loyal and loving companionsto humans, offering boundless fun and affection to those who take them in as part of the family. Pets are often the most favored and beloved of all companions in video games, but unfortunately, the mabari may be the most forgotten companions inDragon Age: Origins.
There are two ways to gain the faithful hound, either by playing as a human noble or completing the Kennel Master’s request at the Grey Warden camp at Ostagar. But for the most part, the companion slots are better saved for another humanoid companion, as it results in all-around better party composition and more in-depth banter, as half of it isn’t occupied by barks. As such, the mabari will often be left at camp and often forgotten.
WithVeilguardbeing so fresh on the market, most of the companions will remain fresh in the minds of players. But if there had to be a nomination for the least memorable companion, it would have to go to Neve Gallus. Her cold damage is a rare and welcome addition as no other companion offers it, but it is more down to her character’s personality traits that make her more forgettable.
At best, she is an enigma, and at worst, a patchwork sewn together from different character tropes that never offer Neve enough focus to truly give her character depth anda satisfying arcthat the player will enjoy seeing come to its conclusion. This is not to say she’s a badly written character, but more a shining example of a slightly missed opportunity. Given the chance, Neve could be the most compelling character inVeilguard, but as it stands, she might just be the most forgettable.
5Loghain Mac Tir (Dragon Age: Origins)
Players Might Not Even Be Aware of His Status as a Possible Companion
Loghain is one of the more complex characters inOrigins, starring first and foremost as one of the key NPCs that was instrumental to Cailin’s plans to thwart the Blight before it spread across Ferelden. As the Wardens fought, bled, and died for the country, Loghain made the decision to withdraw his troops and thus left them to die. Whether it was for his own nefarious goals or the good of the realm is still a topic debated to this day among the fans.
But Alistair and the Warden still very much view Loghain as a threat, especially after he makes attempts to kill them himself. If players can look past hisassassination attempt, they can opt to spare his life at the Landsmeet, conscripting him into the Wardens. As many players would understandably wish to exact their revenge, most players won’t even realize that he could become a potential companion, and his life may be nothing more than a footnote in the Hero of Ferelden’s story.
6Sebastian (Dragon Age 2)
A DLC Character That Might Go Entirely Missed
There were many DLC additions toDragon Age 2, with three main expansion packs consisting of Legacy, Mark of the Assassin, and The Exiled Prince. The latter introduced a brand new character into the fold by the name of Sebastian Vael, who could join Hawke and their friends on their adventures, and a possible romance choice for female Hawke. Once a sworn brother of the Chantry, Sebastian forsakes his vow when his family is murdered by the Flint Company.
As an optional DLC character, Sebastian is all too easy to miss, and as such may fall away from the collective memory ofDragon Age 2fans. Hardly featured in official promotional material and scarcely mentioned by players, Sebastian will, of course, have his collection of fans, but far fewer than that of the rest of theDA2cast.
7Tallis (Dragon Age 2)
Fails To Leave Her Mark On The Franchise
One of the three main story-focused DLC, Mark of the Assassin took Hawke and Co. on a journey to an Orlesian estate just on the outskirts of Kirkwall, where the Grand Duke is hosting a party and wyvern hunt. He has a relic in his possession that new and temporary companion Tallis wants to get her hands on, and calls on Hawke for help in recovering it.
The DLC itself was one of the best in the series, featuring a stand-out performance from Felicia Day as Tallis, fun gameplay involving the hunt for the wyvern, and some of the funniestdialogue to grace the series. But sadly, all this only served to overshadow the character of Tallis and cause her to be one of the more forgotten companions.
