**Improving Dragon Age: Veilguard Combat**

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Post on Nov 01, 2024

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Improving Dragon Age: Veilguard Combat: A Plea for More Punch

Hey, fellow Dragon Age fans! We all know the Veilguard are supposed to be a fearsome force, a vanguard of the Fade battling against the forces of darkness. But let's be real, their combat in Dragon Age: Inquisition is... lackluster.

They look cool, like a walking, talking, ethereal nightmare. But in battle, they're more like a bunch of meh nightmares. Their AI seems to be stuck on "stand there and get hit" mode, and their attacks lack the punch they deserve.

Let's dissect this "veil" of disappointment:

What's Missing from Veilguard Combat?

• Active Engagement: It's like they're afraid to get their hands (or ethereal appendages) dirty. They should be the ones charging headfirst, drawing enemy fire, and wreaking havoc. Instead, they sit back and let the Inquisitor do all the work.
• More Variety: Their attacks are limited and predictable. We need some spicy new moves. Think: "Shadowstorm" that rips through enemies, "Spectral Lance" that pierces through multiple targets, or even just a plain old punch with more oomph.
• Better AI: Seriously, they're supposed to be warriors of the Fade. They should be smart fighters, not mindless cannon fodder. They need better threat assessment, smarter flanking maneuvers, and a general understanding of how to win a fight.

How to Fix the Veilguard?

• Give them more purpose: Turn them into a *true vanguard. Make them actively use skills and abilities, maybe even push the Inquisitor to a different playstyle.
• Variety is the spice of life: Add some new combat moves. Not just more powerful versions of existing attacks, but unique abilities that shake things up.
• Revamp their AI: Give them more tactical awareness. Make them anticipate and react to enemy movements. Make them feel like they are fighting alongside the Inquisitor, not just following behind.

We're not asking for a complete overhaul here, just a few tweaks to make these guardians of the Fade feel like the powerful allies they should be. Let's give them the punch they deserve and make them a force to be reckoned with, not just another disappointment in the Fade.