Summary

  • Anagrams hint at key plot points with Solas - "Dread Wolf Fen'Harel" and now "Evil Daughter" in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
  • Dragon Age: The Veilguard may delve into Evanuris lore with references to Flemeth/Mythal, Morrigan, and the Forgotten Ones.
  • Speculation surrounds the identity of the Evil Daughter, suggesting ties to Razikale, Forgotten Ones, or Tevinter Old Gods in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.

It didn't take long for dedicated Dragon Age fans to realize Dreadwolf (DA4's original title) was an anagram for Fade World, as it fits perfectly into Solas' plot to tear down the Veil. That's not lost with Dragon Age: The Veilguard, which becomes an interesting, less clear anagram: Evil Daughter.

Anagrams and Solas go hand-in-hand. Solas' companion quest hinted at his true identity in an anagram: All New, Faded for Her becomes Dread Wolf Fen'Harel. Dragon Age: The Veilguard may shift the focus from Solas to the companions, but it's not likely that this anagram is pure coincidence. It certainly could be, but at the same time, the anagram would explain something peculiar about the subtitle.

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As many have noted, Dragon Age: The Veilguard rolls off the tongue a little roughly - that's because of the article "the" being placed between Dragon Age and Veilguard. Dragon Age: Veilguard is so much smoother, and it's unlikely the devs weren't aware of this as they were deciding on the name. The result is that the has to be intentional, and including it to complete the anagram makes the most sense. Of course, the next question is what this has to do with Dragon Age lore.

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The first thing that comes to mind is Flemeth/Mythal and Morrigan, and with Solas having absorbed Mythal, there could be something to it. Neither of them should really be described as evil, but it lines up with Flemeth's focus on daughters. Perhaps Solas absorbing Mythal has corrupted her role as The Protector, similar to Abominations in Dragon Age, and that comes into effect. On the other hand, the Evanuris seemingly have a big role and it could be connected to them somehow. Again, Evil Daughter doesn't really explain any of the standard Evanuris Gods, but it could be in reference to The Forgotten Ones, given how little is known about them.

Dragon Age: Veilguard - Who is the Evil Daughter

Possibilities:

  • Flemeth/Mythal and Morrigan
  • Maybe a member of The Evanuris
  • The Forgotten Ones (Geldauran, Daern'thal, Anaris, someone unknown)
  • Razikale the Archdemon
  • A new lore figure

The Dalish people believe the Forgotten Ones were gods of terror and malice, who fought a war with the Evanuris. Solas supposedly trapped the Evanuris in the "heavens" and the Forgotten Ones in the "abyss." The known Forgotten Ones are Geldauran, Daern'thal, and Anaris, and one of these figures (or others) may be the evil daughter mentioned here. No one knows where the abyss is and some believe that the Forgotten Ones became the Tevinter Old Gods - the now-Archdemons. The Evil Daughter could also reference Razikale, one of two remaining Archdemons.

Ultimately, who the Evil Daughter is remains to be seen, but it's clear that BioWare has only scratched the surface when it comes to Dragon Age: Veilguard reveals.

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Enter the world of Thedas, a vibrant land of rugged wilderness, treacherous labyrinths, and glittering cities – steeped in conflict and secret magics. Now, a pair of corrupt ancient gods have broken free from centuries of darkness and are hellbent on destroying the world.

Thedas needs someone they can count on. Rise as Rook, Dragon Age’s newest hero. Be who you want to be and play how you want to play as you fight to stop the gods from blighting the world. But you can’t do this alone – the odds are stacked against you. Lead a team of seven companions, each with their own rich story to discover and shape, and together you will become The Veilguard.

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BioWare
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Electronic Arts
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Dragon Age
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RPG
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