What is a Reaver in Dragon Age?
The Reaver class is one of the nine playable classes in Dragon Age: Origins, and this article aims to delve deeper into what it’s all about. In the vast world of Thedas, a Reaver is a powerful warrior who embodies the darker aspects of his or her personality, unleashing fury and devastation on the battlefield.
In Dragon Age: Origins and Dragon Age: Inquisition
Reavers have unique abilities and playstyles compared to other classes. To become a Reaver in Dragon Age: Origins or Dragon Age: Inquisition, one must acquire and master the Reaver abilities, which are granted to them through a specific routine. The Reaver, as a class, takes part in an ancient pact with blood magic, transforming them into a fearsome warrior capable of inflicting massive damage.
Core Abilities
Reavers excels at dealing physical and magical damage, and its core abilities reflect this: Berserker’s Wrath, Bloody Razor, Whirlwind, Thunderclap, Healing Fury, Critical Strike, Eagle Strike, Storm Thrower.
• Berserker’s Wrath – increases damage dealt during combat while also draining an opponent’s health
• Bloody Razor – creates a bleeding aura around the Reaver’s target
• Whirlwind – the Reaver spins rapidly to deal massive damage
• Thunderclap – strikes the target multiple times for massive damage while also dazing and Stunning
• Healing Fury – replenishes the Reaver’s Health while maintaining a chance of healing friendly party members in close proximity
• Critical Strike – The Reaver deals bonus Critical damage based on his Bloodlust ability
• Eagle Strike – The Reaver makes swift and powerful attacks against ground enemies while airborne
• Storm Thrower – hurls enemies about, briefly stunning them to make it easier for subsequent attacks.
Best Equipment and Tactics
In regards to the best equipment to use with a Reaver, prioritize items with bloodlust-based abilities. One should look for:
| Gear | Description |
|---|---|
| Berzerker’s Armor | Increases melee damage by increasing bloodlust |
| Blade of Sacrifice | Leeches health and healing from targets |
| Talisman of the Bloody Rite | Increases Reaver’s resistance to mental trauma |
Regarding tactics, engage in battles from a close to medium distance, use crowd control (CC) in conjunction with physical and magical assault. Prioritize melee combos and follow up with quick dashes. Thunderclap and Stun-based CC (Crowd Control) plays a vital role in handling multiple opponents.
FAQs and Tips
Does the Reaver require leveling up their skill? No, all the Reaver Abilities are immediately available to play with after acquiring them
What does the Blood distillation potion do? Use it on the requisition table and return to breaker Thram on Skyhold battlements to learn Reaver Abilities
Why wouldn’t an Assassin or Enchanter be an even better pick? In solo play, the Duelist + Bard combo seems a bit stronger, however it’s the Reaver ‘s melee capabilities combined with its passive abilities, skills, and blood magic support that give it the distinct edge.