Curious how to recruit Neve Gallus, the frost mage with a penchant for detective work in Dragon Age: The Veilguard? Neve’s story is as layered as her ice spells, and adding her to your team greatly increases your chances of survival in a fight.
It also unlocks some quests that are essentially a deep dive into Minrathous. Plus, with how much emphasis there is on your companions in this new BioWare release, you don’t want to take any chances with reaching the point of no return without having all of them by your side.
Here’s how to make sure Neve joins you on your journey.
Who is Neve Gallus in Dragon Age: The Veilguard?
Dragon Age Neve Gallus is a human mage with connections to the Shadow Dragons, an underground group actively challenging Tevinter’s power structures.
As a private investigator, she’s spent her life navigating the shadows of Dock Town on a never-ending quest for justice. Meanwhile, she copes with the hardships of life with a touch of hard-earned cynicism.
Neve’s unique frost magic and detective skills add a strategic flair that any party would be lucky to have, especially yours if you’re exploring areas with hidden spirits or powerful wards. They may not be as visually horrific as the Broodmother from Dragon Age: Origins, but having Neve’s kind of experience wouldn’t hurt.
| Faction | Shadow Dragons |
| Region/Location | Dock Town, Minrathous |
| Class | Mage |
| Race | Human |
| Exploration Perk | Activates wards, interacts with spirit echoes |
| Quest | The End of the Beginning |
| Decisions That’ll Stop Recruitment | N/A |
How to Recruit Neve Gallus?
Let’s break down all the recruit steps Neve Gallus needs before you two can form a bond of companionship in Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
You first encounter Neve in the prologue quest “End of the Beginning,” and she’ll be a permanent companion for you from there on. Before we move on, though, there are some important things you’ll want to note.
As you work to stop Solas’ ritual, you’ll have the option to bring Neve or Harding along. If you choose Neve to help you stop the ritual, she’ll sustain injuries that will change her behavior and interactions with you for some time.
Tip
To get on her good side, stay consistent with choices that are supportive of her ideals.
She’s also deeply affected by the outcomes in the quest “On Blighted Wings,” where you must choose which town to defend from the Dragons. The companion associated with the town you don’t pick will become Hardened.
What are the Benefits of Recruiting Neve Gallus?
Having Neve in your party gives you access to powerful frost and time magic through abilities like Icebreaker, Blizzard, and Time Slow.
Additionally, Neve’s exploration perk allows her to activate wards and interact with spirit echoes, helping you unlock secrets across the game.
Once you complete her personal quest, “A Study of Dock Town,” get to learn about her past (which comes with plenty of interesting lore) and earn new abilities that make her an even stronger member of your team.
Clearly, sticking by her side will pay off in both story and power. She’s one companion you do not want to leave behind in the dust, so it’s worth recruiting her, even if it’s just for the sake of completing your collection.
Let us know if this Neve Gallus recruit guide helped you out, and drop us a comment below if there are any other aspects of the game you’d like more guidance in. Good luck!
