Summary
High dragons provide some of the toughest boss battles that players can encounter inDragon Age: The Veilguard. It’s more than a little intimidating when players have to fight them, thanks to their massive health bars, shields, armor, and destructive attacks that can quickly take Rook and the team out.
There are ways to make the dragon fights inThe Veilguardas painless as possible. For those looking for some guidance when it comes to these confrontations, here are some particularlyhandy tips for slaying high dragons inDragon Age: The Veilguardto remember.
8Bring At Least One Companion That Can Heal
Having Backup Healers Can Be The Difference Between Victory And Defeat
This might seem like an obvious point, but it can be easy to forget to always havean ally to hand who can offer some healing. When fighting a dragon, there must be at least one member who can heal, whether it is via spells or with potions.
There are usually some collectible potions spread out that Rook can use on themselves, but one mistimed dodge can lead to a lot of damage or even immediate death, so having a backup plan is crucial. Two healing companions make for an excellent safety net, though it might not be necessary when playing on the easier game modes.
7Aim For Weak Spots
Look For Them On The Legs And Head
Weak spots on a dragon are highlighted in purple, but they aren’t present during the entire fight. Players should keep an eye on their front and back legs and their head, as these areas will light up purple whenthey are in a weakened state.
Dragon Age: The Veilguardplayers can attack these areas when they turn to purple to get some major damage points, and this approach can go a long way when facing these formidable opponents.
6Save Ultimates For When Weak Points Appear
Know When To Use An Ultimate And When To Save It
Rook’s ultimate ability is hugely powerful and can do a fair amount of damage. However, it is best to save this skill for when the purple weakened areas appear on the dragon. Hitting these areas with an ultimate will do even more damage than regular attacks.
Though it isn’t advised to hold onto an ultimate for too long - as they can be recharged - it is always best to try anduse it when the dragon is vulnerable.
5Whittle Down Shields And Armor
Bring Them Down Quickly To Avoid Drawing Things Out
Some dragons have blue shield bars, while others have yellow armor bars, much like other enemies inDragon Age: The Veilguard. There are certain methods of depleting shields and armor. Ranged attacks bring shields down fast, while charged attacks work best against armor. This is no different forthe dragon boss fights inThe Veilguard.
Once a shield or armor bar is apparent, players should whittle it down with the appropriate attacks. If the right attacks aren’t used, it will take much longer to get rid of shields and armor. If armor and shields aren’t focused on when they appear, the battle can become particularly lengthy. This is even more so for shielded dragons, as shields will regenerate.
4Don’t Stop Dodging
Red Circles Are A Sign To Dodge As Fast As Possible
The dodge button is an invaluable toolto rely on during a dragon fight. Most of the moves that the dragon will use can be dodged, though only if players get the timing and direction of their dodge right.
Players should keep a close eye on the dragon’s movements and learn their abilities to perfect timely dodges. Red circles are an indicator that the dragon is about to attack, and it’s vital to dodge when they are visible.
3Go All In When The Dragon Goes Prone
When On The Ground, The Dragon Is Highly Vulnerable
When a dragon’s health bar gets to a certain level, the creature will fall to the ground and lie prone for a few moments. When this happens, its belly will become a purple weak spot. Players should hit the dragon with everything when this happens. If Rook’s ultimate is charged, they can aim it at the dragon’s purple belly to do massive damage.
The dragon will only lie prone for a few moments, so it’s vital to make the most of the time allowed. This will happen a few times during the fight, and players should aim to be ready to pounce when the dragon falls to the ground.
2Equip Runes That Work Against Each Dragon’s Vulnerability
Players Can Only Equip Three Runes At A Time, So It’s Important To Choose Wisely
Each dragon has its own vulnerabilities to certain elements, such as poison or electricity. While Rook’s skills and the team’s individual abilities can cater to this -such as Neve’s ice-based skills- runes are an excellent way to do different kinds of elemental damage, no matter what class Rook is.
The different runes in the game give various buffs, but the most useful to equip when fighting dragons are the runes that do a certain amount of elemental-type damage when activated. Only three runes can be equipped on Rook’s lyrium dagger at a time, but the element-based power-ups can make all the difference during a dragon battle.
1Keep The Fortify Rune To Hand
Becoming Invulnerable Is A Must, Even If It Is Only For A Moment
The Fortify rune makes Rook invulnerable for a few moments, and this can make all the differenceduring a fight with a dragon. If the player is close to death, waiting for a companion’s healing skill to come off of cooldown, or simply all out of potions, the Fortify rune can give them a few extra seconds, which can mean the difference between life and death.
This rune is useful for any situation inDragon Age: The Veilguard, but it’s well worth having it equipped during a high dragon boss fight.
