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Lucanis Dellamorte is a complex and intriguing romantic companion in Dragon Age: The Veil Guard. He is a high-ranking member of the Antivan Crows and known as the “Vyrantium Demon.” He is known for his cruelty and skill, but behind this frightening reputation is a man oppressed by a dark past. Haunted by the consequences of his actions, he struggles with his family’s legacy and the inner turmoil caused by demonic possession. Dating him means accepting him as he is and helping him do the same.
He is searching for redemption and a sense of belonging, yearning for something beyond the cold embrace of the Crow’s hideout. Lucanis is a complicated man, capable of immense violence and surprising vulnerability. He can be tough and demanding, but he also has a deep sense of loyalty, and if you break his trust in his decisions, you could prevent him from entering into a romance forever. So make sure you have a good plan when going after him because he is one of DA: The Guard of the Veil and you can mess up senselessly.
How to romance Lucanis Dellamorte in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Making Lucanis your romantic companion
Lucanis’s novel demands critical choices in Dragon Age: The Veil Guard. More critically, you must choose save Treviso instead of Minrathous after the quest A Warden’s Best Friend. It’s his home and it means a lot to him, and saving Minrathous hardens Lucanis’s stance, completely blocking the path of romance. There are also some dialogue options that will make him really like you. The table below details when the most important decisions come up and what to do during them.
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Mission/Location |
Configure |
Response to Dialogue |
Result |
|---|---|---|---|
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On Ruined or Deadly Wings |
Choose between helping Minrathous or Treviso after “A director’s best friend.” |
We help Treviso. |
Saving Treviso is mandatory for dating Lucanis. Choosing Minrathous blocks you from romance. Lucanis highly approves. Snow becomes hardened. |
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Coffee with the Crows (Act One) |
Lucanis invites you to a coffee in Treviso. |
I don’t buy (in relation to Zara’s location) / Flirting options over coffee and first kisses (optional). |
Increases approval and lays the foundation for romantic interest. |
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Lighthouse (Act Two) |
Lucanis has a “sleep-walking“Episode where Spite takes control. |
I don’t care (dating) |
Expresses romantic interest, but is not tied to romance. |
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Inner Demons (Act Three) |
Continue the mission after “Restless Spirits” and “Walking through the tombs.” Deal with Zara. |
We are both fine. |
Configures the appointment conversation. |
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Inner Demons (Act Three) – Continued |
Return to the lighthouse after the mission. Lucanis discusses his favorite drink. |
You’re sweet, you know. |
Commits to romance with Lucanis. |
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Anytime |
Buy from the Antivan Crows store in Treviso (90 gold, 10 flawless crystals). |
Give Lucanis the Antivan tea set |
Start the “Fit for a crow” seeks and increases approval. |
There’s more than just the table above to make you fall in love with Rook; Things like saying the wrong thing when it’s revealed he has a demon inside him will block the romance entirely.
Fortunately, only the above are important; other options throughout the game will just increase your affinity for Rook a little more or less, and a good idea to keep him happy is to just keep it close by during missions. For example, having him around during A Slow Poison Quest will increase his appreciation for you.
An easy way to increase any companion’s affinity is to take them on various side quests. These tend to have no way of irritating their partner and ending the relationship with their creation.
Lucanis thanks you straightforwardness and an objective approach. You can make him like you more by mirroring his behavior and favoring tough, aloof conversational responses. Avoid overly emotional or idealistic pronouncements, especially at the beginning, as this is when you will have the most opportunity to lose affinity points. While he appreciates being listened to regarding his personal struggles with Spite and his responsibilities, avoid coddling him or offering praise that feels empty. The list below includes all the decisions you can make to directly increase your affinity.
- Sea of ​​Blood: When Lucanis asks for a minute, choose “Welcome to the team.” Avoid hovering or snooping (“Should you be alone now?“although flirtatious, it is poorly received).
- The Siege of Weisshaupt: When the First Director gives an order, choose “Well I tried to talk“(supports Lucanis’ respect for direct action). Later, when Lucanis comments on the situation, choose “We fight until the end.”
- After the Storm: Express concern for him (“You upset Lucanis“) to show that you are paying attention. Avoid criticizing Antivan coffee.
- Blood of Arlathan: Choose answers that prioritize the mission (“That’s why we will win“,” “The work is still the same“,” “Be ready to go“).
- For the love of Treviso: Side of the Crows (“I’m with the Crows too“). Expressing skepticism towards the Butcher is a good choice, given the sensibilities of the Raven of Lucanis.
- Parting bid: Offer practical help (“Tell us what you need“). Avoid appearing like you’re dismissing Illario’s concerns.
- Bloodbath: To choose “It’s over, Zara“to show your support and willingness to defend him. Later, when he expresses vulnerability, choose “It doesn’t change how I feel.”
Acknowledge your burdens, but focus on practical solutions and demonstrate your strength and resilience. He respects those who can commit violence when necessary. Also, do not disrespect the Crows in any way because it disrespects what he believes in and is part of. Finally, don’t avoid discussions about his family or his passion for coffee, as these are areas where he is most open and willing to share. Although this sounds complicated, it works well if you try to empathize with he.
If you complete Neve and Lucanis’ individual quests but do not start an exclusive romance with Lucanis, they will develop a romantic relationship. You can see scenes of their relationship at the Lighthouse. So you can be sure that they will have a happy ending regardless of what you do in Dragon Age: The Veil Guard.