Best Warrior Romances In Dragon Age

Key Takeaways

• The romance options for Warriors in Dragon Age can be limited, but there are still some great choices available.
• Different Warrior characters across the series have unique personalities and storylines that add depth to their romances.
• Romancing Warriors like Alistair, Blackwall, and Fenris can lead to engaging story arcs and memorable relationships.

Warriors in the Dragon Age series are burly frontline fighters who can cut down their foes with unfathomable strength or turn themselves into a walking wall to defend their allies. However, beneath their beefy exterior are some true romantics at heart.

That being said, they are a bit more scarce than the other two classes, as several warrior party members aren’t romanceable, such as Sten and Oghren in Dragon Age: Origins and Aveline in Dragon Age 2. However, there are still several warrior characters that can be romanced, and it’s worth looking at the best choices from across the series.

8 Taash

Dragon Age: The Veilguard

• Non-binary qunari
• Romanceable for any Rook
• Voiced by Jin Maley

Taash is a somewhat polarizing character from the most recent Dragon Age game. Their brash and somewhat bratty behavior combined with their fierce temper have made them less popular than other Veilguard characters. However, those who are willing to make the effort to get past their fiery exterior will find that there is more to them.

Taash has a lot of love to give, but they have trouble trusting those they don’t know. It takes a while for their walls to come down, but when they do, it becomes clear that they are a caring individual who only wants to protect those they are close to.

7 Blackwall

Dragon Age: Inquisition

• Human male
• Romanceable for female Inquisitors of any race
• Voiced by Alastair Parker

There are a lot of complications that come about when embarking on a relationship with Blackwall in Dragon Age Inquisition. Without diving too deeply into spoiler territory, not everything is as it seems with him, and it can lead to heartbreak further down the line.

Those who commit to a relationship with him despite the revelations are likely to enjoy the drama and scandal that come along with staying with Blackwall. He’s also quite the charmer, making for some cute cutscenes and dialogue. However, his romance isn’t quite as in-depth as some of the other warriors in the series.

6 Iron Bull

Dragon Age: Inquisition

• Qunari male
• Romanceable for female and male Inquisitors of any race
• Voiced by Freddie Prince Jr

Iron Bull is a particularly popular romance choice from Dragon Age: Inquisition, but he is slightly lower on our list due to what can happen with the romance in the Trespasser DLC for Inquisition.

As well as having an interesting narrative in terms of his role within qunari society, Bull’s romance is equally unique. He is also one of the most fun romances thanks to some of the cutscenes players are treated to.

5 Davrin

Dragon Age: The Veilguard

• Elven male
• Romanceable for any Rook
• Voiced by Ike Amadi

The romances in Dragon Age: The Veilguard have been criticized for not having the depth seen in the other games. While this isn’t entirely unwarranted, there are still plenty of enjoyable elements to the romance choices in the game, such as with Davrin the Grey Warden.

Davrin is the stereotypical charming heartthrob warrior romance in Veilguard, but he has a unique element to his romance in the form of baby griffon Assan. As Rook helps Davrin form a bond with Assan, their relationship can develop into friendship and then romance if the player so chooses.

It’s sweet to see Davrin and Assan’s relationship grow, but it also makes him feel more real and relatable as he starts to view his griffon companion as a family member rather than just an animal. There is no doubt that Assan’s involvement makes Davrin all the more appealing as a romance choice.

4 Fenris

Dragon Age 2

• Elven male
• Romanceable for any Hawke
• Voiced by Gideon Emery

When it comes to dark and brooding warrior romances in the Dragon Age series, Fenris is the number one choice. Fenris is a runaway Tevinter slave who has lyrium infused into his body, leading to the tattoo-like glowing blue markings. His enslavement and treatment at the hands of magisters in Tevinter have made him unsympathetic toward the plight of mages, but Hawke can help him see that not all mages are the same.

Fenris is the epitome of a closed-off, emotionally stunted character, but this is for good reason. Once the player gets to know him, it becomes clear that he not only longs for true freedom but also wants to be loved.

3 Cullen

Dragon Age: Inquisition

• Human male
• Romanceable for human or elven female Inquisitor
• Voiced by Greg Ellis

Cullen is the only character on this list who isn’t a companion, but there are a few missions where he will join the player (though he isn’t playable). He is a templar warrior and has been through a lot during his time in the Dragon Age universe, having been captured and tortured in Dragon Age: Origins and then dealing with Knight Commander Meredith’s insanity in Dragon Age 2. Players who romance him will find that his experiences have affected him more than he lets on, but they will also find out that he hasn’t lost his faith in people and still yearns for a connection.

The Cullen romance is incredibly sweet. Despite his tough and steely exterior, he becomes easily flustered when flirted with. He’s shy and nervous when around the Inquisitor, though he eventually finds his footing and starts responding in kind. It’s great to see Cullen get a happy ending of sorts with this romance, especially after everything he has been through.

2 Cassandra

Dragon Age: Inquisition

• Human female
• Romanceable for male Inquisitors
• Voiced by Miranda Raison

Cassandra is the epitome of a battle-hardened warrior with physical and mental scars to prove it. She is ruthless and takes no prisoners, which makes her romance all the more entertaining when the player finds out what she is really like.

Underneath her curt exterior, Cassandra is a romantic through and through. She is a fan of trashy romance novels, and her romance storyline involves taking her out on a romantic date and making her feel like a princess.

This hidden part of her personality makes Cassandra one of the best warrior romances, as it shows that there is much more to her than meets the eye. She is a multifaceted person rather than a one-dimensional stereotype, and her romance portrays this perfectly.

1 Alistair

Dragon Age: Origins

• Human male
• Romanceable for female and elven Wardens
• Voiced by Steve Valentine

Last but not least is Alistair, who is the only warrior romance option in Dragon Age: Origins. Alistair is a particularly impressive character, as there are so many aspects to him that come together to create a rich, well-developed, and believable person. Alistair is sweet but willing to do what it takes to protect those around him. He is charming, but not completely naive. He is uncertain of himself, but also well aware of his responsibilities and willing to put his duties first.

There is a lot to enjoy about the Alistair romance storyline. The player goes through all the key events in the game with him, and they are faced with a seemingly impossible situation. They go through it all together, and even though the events of the game can change depending on the player’s choice, it’s clear that they have a special bond because of this.

From a romantic perspective, this becomes all the more like an epic romance, with the two main characters being forced together through their circumstances and falling in love on their mission to save the world. The great incorporation of Alistair’s romance with the narrative of Dragon Age: Origins as well as the depth and likability of Alistair as a character makes him the best warrior romance choice in the Dragon Age series.