Completing the Romance of Davrin in Dragon Age: The Veilguard

During the quest “The Warden’s Best Friend,” Davrin will join your party. As you navigate through various battles with him, you’ll gain his initial approval after confronting Gloom Howler, who has been capturing griffons.

Gloom Howler: “On both of you.”

Let them go!

Davrin is pleased.

After rescuing either Minrathous or Treviso and returning to the Lighthouse, find Davrin, who is settling into a new room along with the others.

Davrin: “Oh. I guess we’re both getting used to things.”

He’s welcome here.

Davrin is pleased.

In a later discussion, Davrin will mention the goddesses while talking about griffons, providing you another chance to earn his approval.

Davrin: “Taking down the goddess of all monsters… and the god of vengeance too?”

It’s us or them.

Davrin is pleased.

After completing “The Veilguard” quest, as you chat with your team, if you saved Treviso, you’ll have this dialogue:

Neve or Lucanis: “Treviso could have definitely used a dragon hunter.”

We’ll be ready next time.

Davrin is pleased.

Later on, Davrin will inquire about your trust in Solas.

Davrin: “Rook, Lucanis is one thing, but do you genuinely trust Solas?”

Absolutely not.

Davrin is pleased.

Unlocks the “How To Train A Griffon” companion quest.

Before speaking with Bellara and Harding in “Completing The Veilguard,” talk to Davrin to start the “How To Train A Griffon” quest. In Arlathan Forest, you’ll come across a herd of nugs.

Assan: (Happy squawk)

Behave, Assan.

Davrin is pleased.

In your next chat, you’ll have the chance to pick a romantic reply.

Davrin: “…not that I don’t like punching it squarely in the face.”

Confidence is attractive.

Romantic option. Flirting with Davrin.

Once you’ve finished the “Where The Dead Must Go” quest and “The Dragon Slayer” quest, you will discuss the conclusion of the events with everyone.

Bellara: “It feels like we’re in the midst of war. A lot of small battles.”

The gods act quickly.

Davrin is pleased.

After this discussion, Davrin will continue the conversation. Ask him for more details in the “More” option.

Davrin: “Something odd is happening with the blight there. I would wager it has something to do with the gods.”

Any specifics?

Davrin is pleased.

After the previous dialogues, either Neve or Lucanis will rejoin your group, and Bellara will greet the returning ally.

Neve: “Yeah, Bel. I’m back.”

Lucanis: “Yes. Here to stay.”

Don’t leave again.

Davrin is pleased.

After finishing “Where The Dead Must Go” and “The Dragon Slayer,” a timed exchange with Davrin will occur while he is carving wood.

In this dialogue, you might engage in flirtation while he discusses death and notes how difficult the hunt will be.

Davrin: “…someone’s going to die. So I’m crafting the ultimate monster hunter manual.”

A hunt should be challenging.

Romantic option. Flirting with Davrin.

Later in the same conversation, after discussing Gloom Howler, you have another opportunity to gain his approval:

Davrin: “In this line of work, Assan and I are only as strong as our prey.”

You learn by doing.

Davrin is pleased.

In another timed dialogue, you’ll discuss griffons with Davrin, who mentions their role in hunting Darkspawn.

Davrin: “Just need to gather it together.”

He’s a perfect Grey Warden.

Davrin is pleased.

In another timed chat, Davrin will share his dreams.

Davrin: (Squawk)

Don’t be rude, Assan.

Davrin is pleased.

Continuing the previous dialogue.

Davrin: “Nothing compares to witnessing redemption unfold before your eyes.” (If you are not a Warden)

Davrin: “Feeling lost?” (If you are a Warden)

Everyone deserves that. (If you are not a Warden)

The First Warden lost me. (If you are a Warden)

Davrin is pleased.

In the “Something Wrong” quest, as a Warden with Davrin present, you’ll gain his approval while speaking to Evka at the start of the quest.

Evka: “But there are survivors. We should be thankful for that.”

It’s our duty to help.

Davrin is pleased.

In a timed moment, you’ll observe Manfred and Assan hissing at each other, leading to an amusing situation. By the end of the exchange, you can earn Davrin’s approval.

Davrin: “Rook?”

Be nice to Davrin.

Davrin is pleased.

At the conclusion of the “Something Wrong” quest, once you’ve gathered the samples, the First Warden will arrive.

First Warden: “Your sensitivity to blight is an asset, Warden Antoine. Yet, you have had more than one snake whispering in your ear.”

We can collaborate. (If you are not a Warden)

I’m on your side! (If you are a Warden)

Davrin is pleased.

In “The Siege of Weisshaupt” quest, when you confront the Warden, you can choose to knock him out and take charge.

First Warden: “That’s an order, Warden!”

Well, I tried talking.

Davrin is very pleased.

After you finish the “After The Storm” quest, you’ll find Davrin engaging in woodcarving during your conversation. You’ll discuss Weisshaupt with him.

Davrin: “Did I? Because I’m still here. They aren’t.”

Move on.

Davrin is pleased.

As the previous dialogue continues, you have an opportunity to flirt with him.

Davrin: “…will require significantly more gingerwort truffles.” (Chuckles)

You’re not alone.

Romantic option. Flirting with Davrin.

Davrin learns that a place called Cauldron has been attacked and that Gloom Howler is involved.

Davrin: “Because whatever attacked it sounds just like the Gloom Howler.”

Now’s our opportunity.

Davrin is pleased.

During the ongoing conversation, Davrin will mention Assan. You can then flirt with him.

Davrin: “I’m meant to be the bodyguard. I have to keep that feathery butt safe.”

You’re a softy.

Romantic option. Flirting with Davrin.

Unlocks “The Cauldron” companion quest.

Before entering where “The Cauldron” quest occurs, you will have a dialogue with Davrin.

Davrin: “And what are they hiding inside?”

No time to lose.

Davrin is pleased.

In the confrontation with Gloom Howler, you’ll ask about the other Griffons.

Gloom Howler: “I liberated them.”

They don’t belong to you.

Davrin is pleased.

After “The Cauldron” quest, when you approach Davrin, you’ll notice him planning to build a trophy cabinet while chopping logs.

Davrin: “Building a trophy cabinet for the figures I’m carving.”

You’re impressively talented.

Romantic option. Flirting with Davrin.

After the last conversation, you have the chance to show your romantic interest in Davrin, though it doesn’t create a commitment yet.

Davrin: “So tell me: Do you see us headed anywhere together, or is it just a hopeless pursuit?”

I enjoy the thrill of the chase.

Romantic option.

Expresses romantic interest in Davrin.

Following the previous conversation.

Davrin: “It might be nice to carve the faces of those still around. After all this is done.”

Thinking about Weisshaupt?

When will it ever be over?

Davrin is pleased.

After “The Cauldron” companion quest, you’ll find Davrin in Emmrich’s room during a timed conversation. If you’re a Warden, this is another opportunity to gain Davrin’s approval.

Davrin: “It’s one of us.”

We have a lead.

Davrin is pleased.

At the conclusion of the “Fire and Ice” quest, you will return to the Lighthouse to review the final events with your team.

Harding: “Arlathan, right? Help the Veil Jumpers?”

What about the Wardens?

Davrin is pleased.

You can obtain “Cries from the Past” companion quest.

After the “Fire and Ice” quest, when you speak with Davrin, he will mention that he’s gathered intel about the Gloom Howler, triggering the companion quest “Cries From The Past.”

After heading to Hossberg Wetlands and beginning the quest, you will encounter Valya, who will introduce herself:

Valya: “I…”

We’re the good guys.

Hey, don’t be scared.

Davrin is pleased.

After the preceding exchange.

Davrin: “That’s why they’re extinct.”

It’s criminal.

Davrin is pleased.

You can obtain “A Friend In Need” companion quest.

Following the previous companion quest, when you approach Davrin, he will reveal his plan to take Assan for a walk in the Arlathan Forest and will invite you to join him.

This will initiate the “A Friend In Need” companion quest. When you encounter Eldrin in the Arlathan Forest, the following exchange will take place.

Eldrin: “And can you be trusted around our halla, Rook?” (If you are not a Warden)

Eldrin: “Another Warden. Can you be trusted around our halla, Rook?” (If you are a Warden)

Davrin thinks so.

Davrin is pleased.

In the “A Friend In Need” quest, after using the horn, a Halla will come closer, and Assan will approach but will not attack.

During this moment, Davrin will express his gratitude, and you’ll have the opportunity to start an exclusive relationship with him. Choosing this option means you will no longer be able to flirt with anyone else, and Davrin will become your partner, marking a point of no return.

Davrin: “Thank you, Rook. It means a lot to have you here for this.”

I want to be with you.

Commits you to an exclusive relationship with Davrin.