My preference goes Solas > Blackwall > Varric.
To be honest, though, I have no idea who the LI will be between the three now. I think Vivienne is in.
My preference goes Solas > Blackwall > Varric.
To be honest, though, I have no idea who the LI will be between the three now. I think Vivienne is in.
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Would be kind of interesting if the flirt option is for the Empress lol, some are hoping you canmarry her in a political marriage like Anora and The Warden in Origins.
My character is also going to be a Qunari Mage. I was going to do it with my Dwarf on my 2nd playthrough for the hilarity, but I might just do it with my Qunari. So then I just have my Dwarf romance Cassandra. I now have a funny image in my mind of a Dwarf Inquisitor and Cassandra because of this
Ah I see you're showing signs of dwarven fever. You should know that's a serious symptom of Aimo overdose xDDDD
( btw I adore her art x3 )
The only way I'd be alright with a political marriage to Celene is if the dialogue made it clear that it was just for the solidification of power and you could both do your own thing otherwise. I don't think it would be that big of a deal if you didn't expect more from it. Celene wanted a political marriage with Cailan, so I'm not sure she would be against it if she could continue her thing with Briala, or whoever else.
It's almost certainly not going to happen, though. I'm pretty sure Gaider said no political marriages in this game on Tumblr.
So, it seems like everyone has kind of written off Blackwall. Why is that? Why does everyone seem to think he's the least likely of the remaining possible LIs? It seems like everyone I see is saying Vivienne and either Varric or Solas now. It seemed more even between the three before the IB release.
This is my personal opinion the subject at this point. I'm not trying to state I'm right by any stretch. I'm also still wish those that have their favorite potential LI status in the air the best of luck. ![]()
When it comes to my views on Blackwall--He's a Warden nearing towards his Calling. Now, I'm very well aware a tragic romance shouldn't dismissed out of hand, due to previous characters in BW games. I'm not trying to do that here. However, he seems like a very honorable sort. While I think the player might get some flirts with him, I think he'll reject the player. The reason why I think so is because he strikes me as the type that would rather die than break his closest friend's heart. I think in some ways it might play out like the Samara "nearmance" in ME2.
Husband is convinced that Varric is a bi race gated LI. Something about him being charming and hot as hell. He's straight and never says stuff like this lol
It happens with Varric, he has that effect on people, lol.
Ah I see you're showing signs of dwarven fever. You should know that's a serious symptom of Aimo overdose xDDDD
( btw I adore her art x3 )
Makes sense xd. They are my favorite race. The new designs the Qunari automatically makes them my 2nd favorite race now.
Can't use anymore likes today. Used them all in the Iron Bull thread. haha
I still think Blackwall is possible. I honestly don't think Varric will be a LI, but I don't have any evidence for it besides a gut feeling.So, it seems like everyone has kind of written off Blackwall. Why is that? Why does everyone seem to think he's the least likely of the remaining possible LIs? It seems like everyone I see is saying Vivienne and either Varric or Solas now. It seemed more even between the three before the IB release.
Just for clarification guys, are the 2 race-gated options definitely going to be the next 2 to be announced? Or can it be anyone at this point (including the already announced LIs)
Just for clarification guys, are the 2 race-gated options definitely going to be the next 2 to be announced? Or can it be anyone at this point (including the already announced LIs)
No clue is if the race-gated options are the unknown ones, or one/both of the confirmed LIs.
This is my personal opinion the subject at this point. I'm not trying to state I'm right by any stretch. I'm also still wish those that have their favorite potential LI status in the air the best of luck.
When it comes to my views on Blackwall--He's a Warden nearing towards his Calling. Now, I'm very well aware a tragic romance shouldn't dismissed out of hand, due to previous characters in BW games. I'm not trying to do that here. However, he seems like a very honorable sort. While I think the player might get some flirts with him, I think he'll reject the player. The reason why I think so is because he seems like a very honorable sort, almost to a fault. He strikes me as the type that would rather die than break his closest friend's heart. I think in some ways it might play out like the Samara "nearmance" in ME2.
Yeah I'm of a similar opinion on him...
That and I'll admit part of me is quietly hoping he's not for my own sake. I don't need another Thane, Bioware, haven't you made me cry enough? XP
Because despite my best efforts, if Blackwall is a LI I'll end up romancing him even if I know it's a bad idea. And I'll adore him. and then I'll cry like a baby.
No clue is if the race-gated options are the unknown ones, or one/both of the confirmed LIs.
Thanks Nat. Like IB , I have a feeling they will also be curveballs as well.
This is my personal opinion the subject at this point. I'm not trying to state I'm right by any stretch. I'm also still wish those that have their favorite potential LI status in the air the best of luck.
When it comes to my views on Blackwall--He's a Warden nearing towards his Calling. Now, I'm very well aware a tragic romance shouldn't dismissed out of hand, due to previous characters in BW games. I'm not trying to do that here. However, he seems like a very honorable sort. While I think the player might get some flirts with him, I think he'll reject the player. The reason why I think so is because he strikes me as the type that would rather die than break his closest friend's heart. I think in some ways it might play out like the Samara "nearmance" in ME2.
I agree with all those as reasons, I'm just having a hard time seeing any of the last few filling the role of a bi, gated LI, like I expected. I'm still really surprised that not only IB isn't gated, but it was an originally planned three before they avoided gating him.
Blackwall has "tragic romance" written all over him. Varric is a "Carth Syndrome" candidate, for sure. Both of these are romances people keep complaining about, especially male potential romances. At the same time, though, WE KEEP GETTING THEM. lol
But Solas doesn't seem to have any reason to be gated, so I don't know why it would be him.
So confusing! (And not trying to offend anyone, I'm saying all our favorite choices are equally likely in their unlikeliness!)
Varric is really the least likely to be an LI in my opinion cause of Bianca. I doubt we'll get Blackwall as well
I won't be able to run my fingers through that marvelous beard I fear. ![]()

My preference would be:
Blackwall (my fav) > Varric > Vivienne > Solas
I'm hoping that Blackwall or varric (or both) being Bi Li, I don't care if they are race gated. But thinking logically, we'll probably end with Vivienne (to balance genders) and Solas (Bioware have an elf fetish). At least I have Iron bull (he was my second choice besides blackwall) and dorian.
Varric is really the least likely to be an LI in my opinion cause of Bianca. I doubt we'll get Blackwall as well
I won't be able to run my fingers through that marvelous beard I fear.
DON'T LOSE HOPE! ![]()
(Being a fan of Varricmance, I know how hope works all too well...)
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So confusing! (And not trying to offend anyone, I'm saying all our favorite choices are equally likely in their unlikeliness!)
Rather than think of it as "Equally likely in their unlikeliness," I just think of it as, "They are equally looking likely in their own way." For me at least, it's a more positive way to look at things.
I've hit the point where I refuse to spend whatever length of time before the last reveals stressing and thinking the worst. It's too hot outside lately and I'd rather cheer everyone on than get too down about the matter.
Besides, I think there is a good chance Vivienne is a LI and race gated due to some story reasons. However, I do think she's bisexual.
Because despite my best efforts, if Blackwall is a LI I'll end up romancing him even if I know it's a bad idea. And I'll adore him. and then I'll cry like a baby.
And I still would prefer this to swooning over Cullen's helmet or Solas' pants. To each is own.
At this point nothing is known. People said they would never make a one-eyed horned monster a LI. Where are those people now?
I look at it this way, we have 2 left which are more than likely the two race gated romances, cause as I have said before I think the gender gated romances won't be race gated cause they are already restricted, we now have 2 Bi romances that are not race gated. Bioware confirmed all romances will be companions and advisers so lets look at them.
3 advisers
Cullen (female only/gender gated)
Josephine (Bi/confirmed not to be race gated)
Leliana (not a romance because of her being a former companion and romance)
9 Companions
The 3 I think are not Romance options
Blackwall (not a romance cause of him being a Grey Warden near the time of his calling, mostly my opinion)
Solas (Doesn't come across as the romance type, plus he said he doesn't like being seen as just an elf so that marks out his chances of being a race gated bi romance)
Cole (confirmed not to be a romance I think)
The Ones Confirmed
Cassandra (Male Only/ Gender Gated)
Dorian (Male Only/Gender Gated)
Iron Bull (Bi/ Not Race Gated)
Sera (Female Only/ Gender Gated)
So with that I think the last two romances are......
Varric- I mostly want this just for the Varric fan base, I don't know about his preferences but Varric came across to me as a guy who prefers women only but idk, I think he will be race gated to dwarfs though as he said he doesn't find humans attractive.
Vivienne- She is the last female in the group and I believe everyone is expecting the last two to be 1 male and 1 female so with what we know about her character I think she will be bi and be humans only.
This is all my opinion based on what I know, have seen and read from others.
DON'T LOSE HOPE!
(Being a fan of Varricmance, I know how hope works all too well...)
I will try to be strong but it is not looking well for Varric or Blackwall, though Bioware could always surprise us and NOT put a male elf in an LI slot and instead put Varric or Blackwall in....maybe....possibly........... *makes sad kitten sounds*
And I still would prefer this to swooning over Cullen's helmet or Solas' pants. To each is own.
At this point nothing is known. People said they would never make a one-eyed horned monster a LI. Where are those people now?
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Folks have been asking for a Qunari romance for a few years now. A lot of people thought it was possible, actually. It was the lack of race-gating many of us are still pleasantly surprised at. I personally think he's got a lot character to his looks. You don't have to find him attractive, but calling him a monster is a little much.
Bioware can do whatever they want with their characters so I don't see the existence of Bianca as having any impact on Varric being, or not being, a romance option. I wouldn't be surprised which ever way it goes. However, I did get the impression back when DA:2 first came out that there were a number of people interested in romancing him, and seeing as he's already a popular enough character to earn the dubious honor as the only returning companion in the DA series, it stands to reason that the Devs might have taken note of people's interest.
It certainly wouldn't be the first time they did something for their fans.
Varric is really the least likely to be an LI in my opinion cause of Bianca. I doubt we'll get Blackwall as well
I won't be able to run my fingers through that marvelous beard I fear.
It's ok

We must remain strong!
Rather than think of it as "Equally likely in their unlikeliness," I just think of it as, "They are equally looking likely in their own way." For me at least, it's a more positive way to look at things.
I've hit the point where I refuse to spend whatever length of time before the last reveals stressing and thinking the worst. It's too hot outside lately and I'd rather cheer everyone on than get too down about the matter.
Besides, I think there is a good chance Vivienne is a LI and race gated due to some story reasons. However, I do think she's bisexual.
Why do I not have any likes left? Couldn't agree more. ![]()