Dragon Age Inquisition - The Dawn Will Come with Lyrics

[@RichardBoisvert]

Hey everyone, I was the Cinematic Designer at BioWare responsible for the presentation of this scene. I just wanted to say how much your comments and feelings towards this scene are not only humbling and awe-inspiring, but also incredibly relieving. For months after this scene was completed I was stressed and worried that the scene was going to fall flat, was too corny, or just was not going to hit the mark. Hearing all of you say the opposite is truly comforting, and I am grateful for that.

[@ReinaDCD]

Hi, Richard! We really enjoyed this scene from the bottom of our hearts. It was presented so beautifully! Dragon Age Inquisition's awesomeness wouldn't have been possible without you and everyone else at BioWare. Thanks for all the blood and sweat you guys poured into this game! :)

[@repentence]

Great scene Richard.

[@desidono]

Richard - I've been gaming since before Sephiroth killed Aerith and this scene was perfectly executed. You hit all the right notes in just the right order and I've replayed it more times than I'd like to admit. This scene, plus the arrival at Skyhold and being made Inquisitor scenes took DA: Inquisition from a [very] good game to a truly great one. I was already talking up this game as I'd been playing it, but now that I've been through this I'm truly singing its praises. Well done.

[@Anthony_Cika]

This is an absolutely fantastic scene. It made me fall in love with the game.

[@ReinaDCD]

Anthony Cika Phenomenal!

[@plottwist3364]

"Master Corypheus, we have located Haven's survivors" "Good. How did you do that?" "They are all singing"

[@Junglehunter677]

"Seriously? That's incredibly stupid if they're trying to hide from us."

[@nickw4320]

"But are they all on key?"

[@jakobcarrillo5245]

Yes

[@fcastrotero]

"shall we strike while they are distracted singing?" "Hmmm... No. I want to hear this" *later* "Ok, they are done. Shall we...?" *looks at corypheus. He's crying* "...shit...That was... Oh, man... I need to call my mother and tell her i love her!" *corypheus leave. Henchmen looks confused*

[@Ved000000]

*Leliana joins in* *Cullen joins in* *the entire rest of the camp joins in* *the crew of the Red October joins in*

[@kilroy8989]

This is where the game truly started.

[@Weariful25]

It true doe

[@neojackwastaken]

but the opening section is still so good

[@khalduras784]

though the story falls abit flat after this point in my opinion but yeah, it was a really good first chapter

[@henkhenkste6076]

@@neojackwastaken lol no

[@1991beachboy]

@@henkhenkste6076 Let people express their own opinion. No need to discredit them for speaking up what they think is a good scene

[@bouleard]

i love how cullen is like "are we fucking seriously doing thi- AAAAND THE PAAATH IS DAAAARK"

[@ReinaDCD]

Haha, he does have that expression, doesn't he?

[@bestbigsistergs]

Lol! Your comment made me laugh! xD

[@MellKatou]

Oh my god. True hahaha :')

[@elijahw06]

Hahahah here's my like, good sir.

[@kamyczek12men]

This comment is funny even 2 years later XD

[@jaharned1]

Damn Cullen can really sing.

[@Baliturbina]

He should have more sing time haha

[@GaleHUN]

Everyone: sings nice and soft Opera singer chad Cullen: Hold my beer.

[@madapigi1]

he is the perfect man in all aspects lol

[@justalex8502]

@@Baliturbina Maybe, if it was written by Disney.

[@karlwikman3874]

He is a templar at heart. This just made his gregorian chant instinct kick in

[@tnecniw]

"LORD CORYPHEUS!" "Yes?" "They have started singing, sir" "Finally"

[@maratsverdlov3974]

I understood this reference.

[@keivan7778]

@@maratsverdlov3974 what is it ?

[@leonidas9808]

@@keivan7778 It's from Pirates of the Carribean 3, maybe in the first 10 minutes of the movie.

[@jeyy1132]

Yo, Ho Hoist the Colours high!

[@Felsenkeks]

@@jeyy1132 Ah, simpler times :')

[@LuizAntonio-zs7ko]

This scene is a lot more meaningful if you're playing a character which normally would never be revered by humans like a qunari or an elf.

[@EmoBearRights]

Luiz Antonio or a dwarf

[@GriffinPilgrim]

Kat Welham To some extent yes but dwarves aren't outright oppressed (like elves) or hated (like Qunari).

[@GriffinPilgrim]

***** Well, quite. Now imagine this scene as an elven of Qunari mage.

[@kleinmartin6197]

GriffinPilgrim dude especially with my qunari, who was just trying to get by, and somehow got tons of shit for it.

[@GriffinPilgrim]

Peyton Martin Indeed. Elves are seen as lesser and Dwarves are expected to stay in their place and mages are feared for their potential danger but the Qunari are seen as the enemy. Even those like the Inquisitor, who aren't actually Qunari,

[@ZackRToler]

This was such a powerful moment for me

[@NoeliaEncarnacion]

Same here

[@Maddox_Clayne]

+ZackRToler I still cry when I listen to it, it doesn't really make me sad but it's just so moving

[@MartinAslaksen]

+ZackRToler when Cullen joined I got shivers

[@destinylopez3865]

+ZackRToler This was my favorite moment

[@angelapaul1798]

ZackRToler me too!!!

[@ronenrusaida386]

This is when the prologue ended and the true game began. Best transition I’ve seen in any story . True masterpiece of a moment.

[@matallaman1155]

did anyone get totally and completely lost in immersion the first time u herd this song for the first time playing the game.

[@Ikcatcher]

Yes, I started singing along

[@theonefrancis696]

I had goosebumps and was like "but, but... they love me :3"

[@richzillablue]

I've done over a dozen playthroughs of Inquisition and this part still gets me all choked up. Every. Single. Time.

[@rokkfel4999]

No...i was just mad my companins werent in it

[@GabsDino]

It gave me literal goosebumps

[@anitarecount5081]

"Faith is made stronger by doubt. Untested, it is nothing."- Mother Giselle should have been up for Divine.

[@GenericUsername-qp1ww]

there shoulda been an option to refuse to choose a Divine and let the Chantry fall

[@blakechandler167]

@@GenericUsername-qp1ww that would cause so much chaos.

[@GenericUsername-qp1ww]

@@blakechandler167 only for those who follow the Chantry but fuck em anyway. The other races wouldnt give a shit, hell, the Dalish elves would probably thank the Inquisitor for doing such a thing. The Chantry is nothing more than a tyrannical murderous cult.

[@blakechandler167]

@@GenericUsername-qp1ww It's one of the major powers of the DA world. It can even deny laws rulers create it's so powerful

[@GenericUsername-qp1ww]

@@blakechandler167 thats exactly the problem with the Chantry. It has too much power and influence than it should. If u asked for the Circle to become independent at the end of Origins if u played as a mage then the Chantry doesn't allow it, even if King Alistair or Queen Anora ordered it! the Chantry doesn't allow the person who saved their ungrateful asses the reward that he/she wanted all becuz they have their heads shoved so far up their own asses they can smell their own shit. The fact the Chantry has more power than the ruler of Fereldan is disgusting.

[@ellapastoor2003]

leliana okay i'll just sing nice and softly.. people: yeah, nice and sfot, very enjoyable.. cullen: -AND THE PATH IS DARK

[@taryngendron5916]

Don’t think I’ve ever laughed more at a comment than this one😅

[@Darkpsy97]

i died hahaha he was so passionate

[@Finkele1]

Sadly you can't fuck Leliana in this 1.

[@Finkele1]

Correction: make sweet passionate love

[@sragland314]

i mean Leliana is the bard here... but yes xD

[@AngryNerdBird]

I loved this scene. The only thing it's missing is a shot of Corypheus, looking down on them from a cliff, writhing his hands and pacing, going "They sing without ribbons! They sing without tags! "They sing without packages, boxes or bags!"

[@ReinaDCD]

Hahaha, that's a good one!

[@RichardBoisvert]

I was totally thinking that same thing when making the scene. "And what happened in Who-ville that day?..."

[@Taiyama2]

Oh Maker, that's perfect...

[@DEFxRECON]

"I must stop the inquisition from coming!"

[@HouseBug26]

And The Elder One's small heart grew three sizes that day.

[@kingleech16]

I am not a terribly religious person, but I thought it was kind of nice for a game to actually show folks getting hope from their faith, rather than the usual "all the religious folks are evil evil hypocrites" line that is everywhere. And this in a game series that definitely does not shy away from showing the nastier side of fanaticism.

[@thehelmethead4883]

It is rather refreshing

[@erraticonteuse]

I always say you can tell BioWare created great fictional religions because not even the hardcore fans want to practice any of them.

[@tnecniw]

@@erraticonteuse Lets face it... Most real life religions aren't good when it comes to fanatics.

[@LightDragon777]

But really. As someone who is particularly religious, it is refreshing to see fiction that doesn't stereotype all religion and religious persons as hypocritical, blind, and shallow. I like that they portray characters with genuine faith, but who also doubt and question; and characters who are flawed but still try to do the right thing.

[@nick-zigzag2677]

@@muscularcatholicism no he's not singing because he's evil, a traitor, and is plotting to wipe out them all he doesn't belive in their cause. Your point is kinda misguided you just seem like someone who thinks less of people who follow amy religion. Race place no part I'm amy of the religions except the quinari if I'm not mistaken their "maker" accepts all, did you ever Olay any race except human yes there are assholes who call bs because of elf or quinari but they are put to shame with your actions in game. Also want to point out yet at the end of the day the supposed fanatics still save the day from the demon

[@Joey-se1mk]

Hell even Solas who is basically an ancient god, was impressed.

[@darthportus]

He is not acient god he is just really powerful elven mage just like the elven "gods"

[@Joey-se1mk]

@@darthportus Solas is literally the Dread Wolf, the reason why the world is what it is... He's definitely ancient.

[@anarky1765]

I don’t know, I read more "contempt" from him, like that song somehow offended him.

[@SoulOfTheReaver]

@@anarky1765 It was more like "Huh.... i didn't know they had that in them." You see after waking up, for the most part he thought of humans more like the tranquil, not truly conscious, not truly free-willed. But seeing the way they came together, how they drew hope in that moment made him realize he had been wrong.

[@katrinam6795]

Disgusted-impressed,but impressed. I count that as a huge win for humanity haha

[@geminiisun6042]

Cullen's singing voice is outrageously beautiful, i demand an explanation for the feelings i am feeling.

[@ReinaDCD]

Agreed. He has a really beautiful voice!

[@BaronVonHoovy]

What made me sad was how very little you hear of it. I would LOVE to hear a separate track of just Cullen singing the whole thing, lol.

[@ReinaDCD]

BaronVonHoovy IKR, we all heard it for a grand total of 4 seconds only. Just leaves us wanting more. >:( Leliana sounds awesome too. The best part is that it sounds like both of the VA's are singing themselves cuz that's how they sound like when they talk.

[@NanaelSoloer]

I want to know who did his voice

[@NanaelSoloer]

ReinaDCD i can hear it all song.

[@Melhendring]

This is the moment in the game when I finally knew it was a good one, and that my fears before its coming out were wrong.

[@ReinaDCD]

Glad to know that this changed your mind. I felt that things were a bit slow at first until I played In Hushed Whispers and In Your Heart Shall Burn. Then again, I kept getting sidetracked by all the side quests.

[@Melhendring]

Learning who is the Elder One literally gave me goosebumps. I was NOT expecting that one. BioWare made a great job in hiding his identity, and it definitively turned the game epic. I'm taking things slow, and cannot wait to see Empress Celene next.

[@BaronVonHoovy]

Nicolas Dassonval Sadly, someone spoiled that for me before the game even came out just because they wanted to be an asshole. I wouldn't have believed them except that it made so much sense.

[@ReinaDCD]

Nicolas Dassonval Yeah, me too! I thought that the Elder One might have been the person who gave the Inquisitor the power of the Fade (this person is believed to be Andraste herself by some people in the game).

[@ReinaDCD]

BaronVonHoovy Ouch, it really sucks to hear that someone spoiled it for you. :/ That's why I try to stay far, far away from Dragon Age's FB page so that I don't read the spoilers in the comments. When people post spoilers on my videos (spoiler for me since I haven't reached a certain part yet), I just.. can't reply to them till I'm done with the game, lol.

[@another15]

Just started playing this gem. I was like "this is an ok game." then there was this scene... I got goosebumps. this is truly a masterpiece.

[@domanicvoss2208]

same

[@intheraeyne]

*Cullen joins the chanting crowd.* / The sound of clothes being thrown around can be heard. / Were those my pants being thrown across camp? Why yes, yes it was.

[@intheraeyne]

***** DA companions have that effect on people.

[@Forserean]

Rowan Buchanan I do enjoy watching this video now and then, but since reading this post, I can no longer watch Cullen without visualising him closing his eyes while assorted pairs of panties and speedos cover his face as he sings. I think I'm saying... thank you? :-D

[@intheraeyne]

Forserean I didn't even imagine it that way, but thank you XD. Now I can't unsee it.

[@darkwolf1304]

Rowan Buchanan actually i think those clothes flying are Cullens from the game of wicked grace he loses later on :D

[@rylieh6551]

I didn't think I'd like Cullen, I had my sights on Sera, but Christ almighty-NO, MAKER'S BREATH he is so dorky and sweet and that little side smile he does makes punches me right in the chest lmao

[@haydenmurton9345]

This scene caught me off guard. I felt as my Inquisitor did in that moment. Hopeless and defeated. Then those who I inspired lifted me back out of the snow and brushed me off. What an immersive scene. The Dawn Will Come.

[@ReinaDCD]

My sadness just melted away and lifted my tattered spirits

[@jeromea2463]

I agree, this scene was so emotional that i felt like my inquisitior too

[@ReinaDCD]

Jerome A Thanks for watching, Jerome!

[@TheWolfDude91]

The moment i knew my social life went to shit.

[@ReinaDCD]

+Slavic Power (Слава Сербии-Слава России) Totally worth it, eh?

[@TheWolfDude91]

ReinaDCD You're goddamn right. :D

[@crazytrain111]

Really? This was the moment? I'd argue that when Corypheous finally reveals himself and attacks your stronghold is the moment you know your social life is over with.. "I once breached the fade in the name of another, to serve the old God.... I found only chaos and dead whispers... For 1000 years I was confused, no more"

[@ReinaDCD]

Well, that was a pretty powerful scene as well. I feel bad for Cory sometimes. Basically, the purpose of his existence is a lie. :/

[@ConijnPeter]

I love the look on Solas's face. It's like he truly saw the beauty of these people for the first time.

[@silentwatcher4883]

I mean...he is the hidden bad guy the whole time. He was probably surprised to see such hope in such a bad time of despair

[@lordrevan571]

@@silentwatcher4883 Which isn't honestly true. Yes, the Dread Wolf is sorta the biggest problem but he did so out out of a mistake from what I could read from the story, and by the end had true regrets about it all and set off to try and sorta make it right, in his own way. Solas wasn't 'evil' but he wasn't 'good' either, but you can see on his face for even a split second he glimpsed the indomitable spirit of mortality and was glad for it.

[@GoodLuck-l8i]

Maybe he thought: "Ugh... Humans have met with such dangerous thing and dicided to sing and forget about hiding? they are really crazy, i knew it"

[@ShadowIsStillAlive]

I like to think this is the moment he started questioning his resolve. Even if your character doesn't romance him, I think this is the first time he really saw the "good" in the people of this age

[@Vincorp69]

In the end he betrays everyone tho iirc ...

[@tarrenp4021]

Everyone seems to feel that Solas's reaction is one of a negative note? But I've always seen the slight smile as sign that he's appreciating the moment like he appreciates the things he sees in the fade, looking on and seeing the moment as a historian would.

[@ryudhal]

I know right

[@TheZhelanie]

After Trespasser I just feel like this is the first moment that made him think that people in that world were really people.

[@Junglehunter677]

It's more of one of regret for what he did. I wont spoil anything

[@flamethekid]

its completely negative he knows whats going on and what he did and that their singing is just bullshit

[@Xorrin]

I don't think Solas understand how much the humans are stubborn, he think he will finish his job without problems, but humans will fight now matter what

[@Hoezi02]

Everyone here talking about Cullen, and i still can't get over how amazing Leliana's Voice is

[@WikkeSchrandt]

It kind of makes sense though, considering she's a bard and is known to sing. Cullen is a Templar and really has no business having such a good voice, hence it's more surprising

[@LordDawnWreaver]

They ain't surprised she sings in dragon age origins. I have her song in my favorite songs list

[@nick-zigzag2677]

She was a bard we all knew she could sing if you played the first game

[@lock1785]

I couldn't agree more on this! I adore her❤

[@celticknight221]

Her voice is gorgeous!

[@TheKillaShow]

When they first started singing I was like "what is this high school musical?" by the end I was pumped and ready to hunt down that bastard for killing my Haven brothers! Great scene.

[@ReinaDCD]

Which Haven brothers are you referring to?

[@brockmccullough3815]

I'm guessing the people who died in Haven when Corypheus attacked.

[@ReinaDCD]

Brock McCullough I can't really remember their names, but I think I know who TheKillaShow is talking about!

[@TheKillaShow]

ReinaDCD I meant generally anyone who died. I kinda got upset for those I couldnt save during the siege of Haven as well.

[@ReinaDCD]

TheKillaShow Ah. Yes, that was pretty tragic!

[@morganmcleod3157]

When Cullen started singing: 10/10

[@Juy700556]

He is adorable

[@naviekd2409]

I just love how they show Solas with an uncomfortable look. He’s just feeling so bad because he needs to destroy this world but in the meantime experience all those moments of hope that gives him second thoughts.

[@dylanpyle6500]

no I think it reminds him of how the elf turned into a god, with admiration for the power but also the corruption in it that will further twist the inqestion

[@naviekd2409]

@@dylanpyle6500 he doesn’t care about the power. Mythal was his friend. He cares about how people use it and we can’t say the inquisitor is a monster.

[@dylanpyle6500]

@@naviekd2409 inquisition, not inquisitor. No solos. It's implied multiple times that the people brought it on themselves. They divided the pie, and the strong got influenced by the weak they did unnecessary actions that led to damage and creation than necessary.

[@NyallPadre]

I'm not the only who got goosebumps when Leliana started singing right? I mean.... right?

[@ReinaDCD]

I did too. It sounded just like her AND it was beautiful!

[@NyallPadre]

ReinaDCD I think they actually had the character voice actors sing this time instead and it's great! They all sounded great! Even Cullen!

[@isaacoseguera1100]

I feel you

[@ReinaDCD]

Nyall Padre It's likely that Cullen's VA sang. He did do some singing in the past. Leliana actually sounds like it's her singing too! I mean, she sounds completely different from Leliana's Song in DAO, but this is pretty refreshing and it's nice because it suits her.

[@ReinaDCD]

Isaac Oseguera Feels yo!

[@steelbread9644]

SPOILER(sort of...) Solas' expression in this part makes sense after the trespasser dlc. He said he was wrong about his thinking that humans weren't even people. This must have been the moment he realized it.

[@mysteriousssstranger]

I'm 3 years late but thank you for saying that. It 100% makes sense, and it's moments like these that define why he says he would "cherish the opportunity to be wrong *again*". He thought we were just a means to an end. But this was a critical point for him to realize that there's more than crudeness to humans. There's character. There's strength of heart. Solas (FenHarel) related to that (you could theorize his people in his time would've had similar events when fighting the evanuris). So the people who think he's looking on with confusion or disgust--quite the opposite. There's a solemn appreciation for the resilience on display here. And he realized he made a good choice in joining and supporting the inquisition and its leadership. Great catch bro, well done.

[@mysteriousssstranger]

As an addendum, this is probably when he decided to lead them to skyhold. He was probably gonna do it out of necessity, but now he was doing it out of desire. Much like Theoden in Helms Deep, he was thinking "if this is their end...then I would have them make such an end so as to be remembered for ages..."

[@tomblantz2107]

mysteriousssstranger He did it to help the Inquisition to “Build and grow”. You seem to say he “desired” to show them Skyhold in way pointing out that this is all almost what he had planned, that they inhabiting “Where the Sky once stood.” is supposed to feed his plans on reviving the glory of the Elves. Not that I’m doubting you, I’m just saying the way you input “desire” doesn’t seem to fit.

[@tomblantz2107]

Steel Bread His continuing to reason and realize is how I hope Dragon Age 4 ends. That in the final events, whatever leads to them, he is capable of being swayed into helping his people in a way Mythal would.

[@terra_the_nightingale135]

Tom Blantz I Hope so too. My Lavellan would be pretty sad if he died. Also I can’t think of any plausible way we could actually kill him.

[@fdeeaa]

The shepards lost /And his home ia far/Keep to the stars ...-I see what you did there Bioware ;)

[@deltahunter4810]

Oh yeah mass effect reference

[@lololmeme8958]

fdeeaa mass effect

[@SakuraMinx]

It's not the only one in this game

[@viziro4722]

@@SakuraMinx Yeah, like the Krogan head on the wall during the quest "Wicked Eyes and Wicked Hearts" (I think that's what it was)

[@viziro4722]

@Some1The4Got10 FYI, It is Shepard (Unless your referring to the actual animal.)

[@kimmidoll123]

This scene was honestly one of the most powerful moments I've ever experienced in gaming

[@imadethisaccounttocomment294]

play mgs the phantom pain. Your forced to do a terrible thing, not just a cut scene, you literally do it. it traumatized me.

[@dylanpyle6500]

it shows corruption

[@thestarcaller7323]

This was always one of my favorite scenes throughout the whole game. I love it because everyone joins in, and honestly, who can't love it?

[@ReinaDCD]

Agreed with you, 100%!

[@WhoStoleTheLulz]

1:18 - Well, almost everyone.

[@thestarcaller7323]

WhoStoleTheLulz True enough

[@pizzadude9877]

except solas

[@thestarcaller7323]

Pizza Dude How so?

[@speedle9190]

The song was amazing.. But when Cullen joined in, I got goosebumps. When I first saw this scene on my first playthrough, I was almost in tears. This scene was so powerful, and it really gives each and every character a chance to show that the destruction of their home has made them incredibly sad, but also determined.

[@CammyAlwaysWins]

I’m still in tears, 4 times playing through this game

[@daisychong3488]

I know this is 2 years old, but I just finished this cutscene in my second playthrough as an elf, and this hit harder than my noble mage. This scene is still beautiful, and so is the song.

[@ramblinmind2511]

I just wanted to write nearly the exact same thing....nice. Thx^^

[@DovahkiinMaster172]

You know looking back on this scene, I now see what an impact it has on Solas/Fen’Harel. Through the game he’s always had a narrow-minded view of mortals, but this moment shows him all these different people unifying for a greater cause. Solas’s view on these people starts to change, and if you stick with him as a friend or a lover, his view changes even more. While still want to destroy the Veil, you can get a version of Solas that is far more conflicted about the effect it would have on these people. Can’t wait to have him as a villain in the next game!

[@LordDawnWreaver]

Bioware does not hold back with villains, bioware proves power does not make a villain, their impact and effect is what makes them. The archdemon was the terror of raw rage and might, meredith was the scary nature of madness, and corypheus put fear in your heart with his intelligence and power, Solas will be the villain who pulls at your heart and finding yourself conflicted to fight.

[@masha22092000r]

Aged like milk Unfortunately

[@AlphaOmega804]

It was this moment in the game when you realized. If by some miracle you hadn't already. That this was going to be a truly awesome story and a epic game to play. I have such hopes for the future of the Dragon Age series because of scenes like this.

[@ReinaDCD]

Me too. Hearing this song for the first time reminded me of DAO's main theme and Leliana's Song!

[@coldberserk]

How were you or anyone else supposed to know that DAI would end up as a good game ? Yes from what it looks like now it seems pretty good but after the horrendous fiasco that was DA 2 doubts were high and vindicated.

[@ReinaDCD]

cold berserk Because it doesn't have repeated and reversed maps unlike DA2. Every single place I've been to is unique (so far). There were quite a few epic scenes (like this one where Leliana, Cullen, and Haven sing), but I don't want to mention more for the sake of minimising spoilers. I knew that DA2 didn't make the mark, but I believe it wasn't that terrible. After playing a solid 40 hours of DAI so far, I can honestly and safely say that they've made up for DA2 already.

[@Epicloser10391]

ReinaDCD Bout 90 hours over the course of 2 characters here (neither complete) My only gripe is some of the mundane quests like "go here, do x 4 times", but those are mostly optional. Game is a bit buggy for me on the PS4, but mostly stable. My advice to anyone going in is to NOT spend 30+ hours in the Hinterlands doing everything like I did. Turns the game into a grind and it leaves out all the actually amazing main story content. Only explore the wilderness to get power/experience, and then continue on the main quest.

[@ReinaDCD]

Epicloser10391 Wow, 90 hours! I've been doing the important quests only as well. Mainly Inner Circle quests and main storyline quests. Haven't really bothered too much with other side quests. I'll be a completionist in my second playthrough though. It's really time consuming and I would have lost patience with The Hinterlands eventually.

[@TheDude90100]

I love how they redeemed that asshole of a chancellor.

[@revanius2213]

It's odd, I like Roderik even before because be was very forward on his beliefs. And even if he disagreed with the Inquisitor in the end he did his best to help them live, and even tried to fight the Venitori/Red Templar.

[@theonefrancis696]

I felt very sorry for him. He looked for a scapegoat at all costs, but in the end he turned to be a very decent person. He won't be forgotten.

[@joshlisko3333]

Franthony rodrick was a good man but he was simply terrified

[@LordDawnWreaver]

I was actually sad when he died I thought I would hate the guy to his grave instead I was sad when he died.

[@NickCorvello]

The singing alongside the panned shot of Cole watching over Roderick's just-deceased body was very emotional. It was like Roderick heard one last bit of the Chant of Light before he passed on. It's one more visual that motivates the Inquisitor against Corypheus

[@Hrungni]

I spent a lot of money to buy this game. I was really disappointed when I couldn't play it because somehow my CPU couldn't run it. I saved up for three months for a new CPU and spent a ton of money on it. Finally was able to play it. And then this moment. THIS. It was so worth it ;-D

[@bakachan_]

10 years later and this scene still hits so hard.

[@Geronimo_89]

Because the only emotions Veilguard hits you with are annoyance and regret

[@rolandomarianogoy643]

​@@Geronimo_89 LMAO

[@Metaler]

This scene is evidence that video games are in fact art.

This was the best moment in the game so far... It was perfect. I said that even after all that happened I didn't believe that nothing of that was Maker's doing, that I had no divine intervention... Then they start to sing, and the people kneel before me, because for them I was The Herald of Andraste, and I was the only hope to them... It was from this moment that even don't believing in the Maker, I say I'm Andraste's Chosen, because this gives hope to the people. I cried when Leliana started singing.

[@FallenCaesus]

ikr, me too, i gain disapproval from Cass, everytime i say "im not the herald of Andraste" but after this...im his Herald and i will bring justice in the name of Andraste

[@ReinaDCD]

Yeah. It was heartening to know that so many people put so much trust and faith into the Herald of Andraste. I can feel all the pressure on my shoulders though! Welp, what do!

[@Chezzraa]

Exactly what happened to my stance on 'The Chosen One.. Harald Of Andraste' .. just wanted to see this again and no idea why.. i guess now i understand how truly powerful this moment was/is .. i have my views and the maker isn't part of it as i see it was Justinia that gave me/you the Anchor .. but after that moment its for the people that i believe what they believe me to be .. just hit skyhold and really loving this *SPOILER* .. Can't wait to kill Corypheous AGAIN!! The SOB!!

[@ReinaDCD]

DizastrousChezzraa34 *SPOILERRRRRRRRRR* I just killed Cory too. :D

DizastrousChezzraa34 Yeah, me too... And I'm creating a mage now.

[@wolfraw]

Challenge: try watching this without getting goosebumps.

[@andrastakacs8535]

+malli ulfs Failed...and again and again...

[@MasaAriPL]

+Malli Ulfs passed, but without sound. Yea, I am cheater now.

[@SoCalledKaty]

that's impossible

[@Ghishayperyagh]

+Malli Ulfs Mother Giselle walks like a penguin ; died laughing.

[@krucezx9508]

Lost at 1:06...Every fucking time :D

[@moonlight2870]

This entire scene makes me cry so much, even now, years after playing the game. When Cullen starts singing, I break.

[@dff1286]

I absolutely loved this scene. It was one of the great moments of the game, it really stirred me the first time I saw it.

[@Shadow07Warrior1989]

DHF F I almost cried the first time I saw this scene, and that's something no game before has ever done for me.

[@dff1286]

Shadow07Warrior1989 it really was incredibly moving. The whole first act of this game is brilliant.

[@Shadow07Warrior1989]

I agree. I knew this game would be interesting at least from watching the E3 demos and such, but when I reached this pointing the story I was left to wonder what was going to happen to this now fractured and broken spirited group of survivors. And then this scene took place, and I was almost brought to tears by the sudden gathering of hope by all as they kneel before the Inquisitor displaying their faith and dedication to their cause despite the horrible losses they suffered. A very, very well written and well acted scene worthy of the highest praise.

[@DovaGaming52]

1:28 when the trumpets kick it makes it all the more emotional. Best part of the song. Great scene.

[@rosespotions]

I need a full version with the trumpets

[@lukeblignaut2445]

​@@rosespotionsJust got to the part for the first time and I 100% agree. I got goosebumps

[@cphill2012]

Yeah they don't show up in the soundtrack version

[@nyx2903]

Damn, this game had so much hearth. After playing The Veilguard I was thinking about checking out Inquisition again.. only to realize that Inquisition was in fact the far better game.

[@Geronimo_89]

I wish they spent the entire Veilguard budget on a next gen remaster of earlier games instead.

[@nyx2903]

@@Geronimo_89 I feel like another studio should work on such remakes if they should ever become a thing. Just imagine current day Bioware working on characters like Leliana or Morrigan, or human/elve origins in DAO. Modern day Bioware would ruin such a remake 100 percent, by making it also into a game for the "modern audience".

[@lunakehrer2604]

Everyone else: Perfect Harmony. Solas:.... Wat. I dunno this song. Y r they singing?

[@rachelmoody1520]

+Luna Kehrer Silly Fen'harel, why don't you know human songs?

[@AlexAlex-fv2wk]

Because the jerk was planning to run off with all the expensive gear I crafted for him.

[@lucianlopez6537]

Dorian and Cole to xD

[@Ragerocker]

Solas: these mf gonna get us all killed.

[@gt4lex]

Nah, Solas be like "ho, they're singing about me"

[@Bandoolero]

this scene. when i try to sing along with it, my voice trembles and tears appear in my eyes.

[@scottcraig7900]

i was the same way... truly epic

[@thecrowsofshadows]

Bandoolero Lucky you. For me, I can't even get a sound out of my mouth lol.

[@celestialambert1775]

SAME!!!

[@NoeliaEncarnacion]

when I got to this part of the game I just cried like I don't know about you guys but I enjoyed my time in Haven and being with the villagers taking any quest they needed and exploring the snowy mountains..... losing Haven was horrible but I must admit I love Skyhold but Haven......... That was a great lost.

[@Bamjackassfreak]

+Noelia Encarnacion I felt exactly the same. Haven was where everything started and then you had to destroy it like that. So sad. Skyhold is indeed awesome, but yeah kind of bittersweet

[@ayan.rodrigo]

well, I had some tears, but I tried to keep my composure

[@AshtonMonitor]

I played Inquisition before the previous two, so I had no idea what kind of fucked up shit happened in Haven. Then playing through Origins and realizing Haven was a playable location, I was like ‘oh, nice’ and then that just slowly started turning to ‘oh god, what the fuck’

[@nathanielrodriguez1873]

@@AshtonMonitor that’s what makes inquisition sad. Haven wasn’t just a village. It was a place where our Warden made a big difference in the world. The chantry took back a sacred site, a proof of their faith, and because of Corypheus, it was all destroyed. A big part of the Andrastrian religion was defiled, and our warden’s legacy erased.

[@LordDawnWreaver]

And we made corypheus pay for it. Bioware really did do a good job with corypheus as a villain.

[@marky0902]

The most powerful moment in the game. Watching it here is less moving. but when i played the game and arrived on this scene, it was breathtaking. I dont want to spoil, but this is the part where your organization in the game is down on the dumps.. and suddenly this song.. BAM! I love this game

[@ReinaDCD]

It was just such an awesome transition. From the tragic destruction of Haven, to this uplifting and feels-evoking scene, to the harsh journey to Skyhold, then finally, we arrive at the ancient fortress!

[@danieldancza6171]

"Faith is made stronger by doubt. Untested, it is nothing." Shows the strength of peoples faith in the maker

[@ReinaDCD]

Shadows fall, and hope has fled Steel your heart, the dawn will come The night is long, and the path is dark Look to the sky, for one day soon The dawn will come The shepherd's lost, and his home is far Keep to the stars, the dawn will come The night is long, and the path is dark Look to the sky, for one day soon The dawn will come Bare your blade, and raise it high Stand your ground, the dawn will come The night is long, and the path is dark Look to the sky, for one day soon The dawn will come

[@marioroman555]

The whole scene moved me and left me speechless. I knew then that my belief that this game is awesome was rewarded

[@ReinaDCD]

Mario Roman I share the same feeling as you when this scene played out, Mario! The feels train and that the SGD90 was worth it, lol.

[@Nyrufa]

Mario Roman This is followed afterward by the migration to Skyhold, followed by the Inquisition rallying it's forces. When I saw all three cinematic in one let's play video, I wanted to grab a sword and take on the Elder One too!

[@ReinaDCD]

Nyrufa Yeah, smack his face in!

[@wynne7642]

Mario Roman Me too. I was a quivering, near-weepy touched lump of humble after my people sang to me in our darkest hour. And they really do feel like *your* people, that's the amazing part.

[@jaredc304]

One of the best moments in the game. Hearing a Chantry mother start singing and then hearing/watching Leliana and the others join in is EXCELLENT. Plus, it's the main theme of the game.

[@Szini]

What's so sad about this, is that this is by far the best game I've played, I also have a series of it, and people doesn't like it at all. I know everyone's taste is different, but holy shit! How can anyone say that this isn't an epic game?! Just f***ing look at this scene man! >.

[@vityusz18]

Szinisztusz I absolutely agree and btw tök király hogy itt is látni a kommentedet szinisztusz :D

[@ricwalker6600]

i know this is now two years old (wow... did not seem to be so long for me...) but i feel to comment on that. Yes the Story was great. But everything else was crap. From generic "get this" or "kill this" missions, to Skyrim like unnessesary mass exploration (two years and there are still 2 areas of the game i never was in there). And a fighting system that was either too easy or too unfair depending on your class. No... it was a bad game like DA 2 when it comes to gameplay. But both had exceptionally good main stories to tell.

[@YellowLantern18]

vityusz18 Only hated the pointless social justice nonsense like Dorian's personal quest.

[@xXRazorbacksXx]

Because the plot is extremely watered down and boring in comparison to Dragon Age: Origins. The people that played this series as it came out slowly watched the writing in this game get worse and worse.

[@powerhouse8310]

Szini Well sorry but I hated this game.

[@templarkiller2926]

Mother Giselle is part penguin look how she walks, after this it was hard to stop laughing

[@hei-c4620]

That's it. You killed me.

[@templarkiller2926]

Moosta oops sorry..... bye

[@kingleech16]

And now all I can think about is the scene from Blues Brothers, "Ow you fat Penguin!"

[@Athompthomp]

Now, after I read your comment, I can't watch this again without laughing. thnx

[@THE_Waters]

I'm dead 😂😂

[@hei-c4620]

I love how Cullen waits for everyone else to start singing before he does. c':

[@CaptiveCollector]

I don't know why but every time i replay it to hear Cullen's part and it kills me every time. Their is something about his emotion that gave me chills. This scene was quite beautiful actually. I really really loved this scene so much. But again Cullen just really gets to me in this scene.

[@ReinaDCD]

Me too, but the expression on his face at that point in time was quite amusing. So, there was an eerie good feeling from hearing his voice and, at the same time, I burst out laughing because of his funny expression.

[@CaptiveCollector]

ReinaDCD Yes I agree it is a little amusing lol, I actually have a screen shot of his expression on my phone haha. But he is showing some good emotion in this scene I think.

[@ReinaDCD]

geedoo459 Yeah! :)

[@Whoami691]

Cullen is the soldier, he is meant to be emotianlly cut off, strong for the men under his command, and free of weakness. It kills you because the moment he starts singing it shows the commander of the troops dropping that pretense and showing that those times have become so hard that even he needs that faith that there will be a tomorrow. In a sense it shows him admitting that even he needs the strength of hope.

[@CaptiveCollector]

Whoami691 Ya I know what you mean. This scene is very touching on many levels. I have watched it probably way too many times haha, and Cullen's part is my favorite. And to see him dropping his defenses like that is a nice scene. I love all of the characters way too much!

[@CountdownMegaFan]

UH, Cullen, why are you so perfect? ;___;

[@ReinaDCD]

Mareike H. Hot hot hot hot hot

[@CountdownMegaFan]

ReinaDCD Urgh, I know right? :'D Stupid, perfect, hot commander...

[@darthralin]

Mareike H. I know right? First seeing this scene, Cullen's voice hit me hard. I mean, he can fight, he can plan, he can lead, he can cancel magic when on mystic drugs, and now he can sing. I feel inadequate here! :-(

[@CountdownMegaFan]

God Of Urging I KNOOOOW, it's so frustrating :[ I wish he was real, I would love to make him blush all day, lol. Bioware is just evil to create a character like that >.< Did you see what they did with the thank you speach for the GOTY award? Evil.

[@LysOfRivia]

Mareike H. I couldn't even believe it when I first saw him - Cullen has been in DA: Origins already and reappeared in DA II, but developed from a faint-hearted, annoying bystander into THIS HOT GUY. Oh my goodness. When they introduced the characters I was like, hey, maybe Blackwall might be a nice love interest, but the second I spoke to Cullen first I completely fell for him :D

[@redblade6768]

To this day this piece of amazing music makes me cry...... reminds me of a dear friend that has passed away years ago who loved dragon age and beaten every game. I know it hurts her to not be able to play the latest Dragon Age game she patiently waited for years despite it's controversy. This song is very special to me. If the world ever ended , I would love to sing this song with those who are familiar with it and spread it across the land. No lie it's the most craziest piece of music and composition I ever heard in my life that gives hope and strength to the fallen and the sad and depressed. This song helps me move forward and never give up and I hope none of you give up to. Still a banger in 2024.

[@hexknives6352]

cullen closes his eyes and after the song drops his mic....killed it.

[@mikaelbagdoyan]

Cullen :'The path is dark...' Me automatically:'...and full of terrors'

[@ryanance9871]

The year is 2021 and I am still getting goosebumps every time I hear this song

[@dardo1201]

The fact that the high chancellor, in the end, came around at last, was a nice touch for me.

[@najwasabilayusuf1611]

I get that Cullen is adorable and cute but imagine actually being one if his soldiers... That'd be terrifying

[@johnboshoff4317]

Very few times in my life has a game touched my heart the way this game did, even now, on my 15th playthrough, this scene has tears in my eyes🥹

[@lowflo_3530]

If you love inquisition be sure to give bg3 a try if you haven’t 😁

[@johnboshoff4317]

@lowflo_3530 I really want to, but I can't afford one of the new consoles, or a pc to play it🥲

[@jamiemielke487]

This was a great moment in game. I love when Cullen starts singing

[@ReinaDCD]

Jamie Mielke His voice is really beautiful!

[@whiskydoctor7477]

It also plays when you hunt a dragon, like the "dovakin" song in skyrim, you got to love this tune! Amazing scene :D

[@carius989]

I just loved the scene when they discovered skyhold. this song is still giving me goosebumps

[@Kawaii__BobaTea]

I'll never forget the first time I saw this scene. I was having a bad day and decided to play it to take my mind off it. I happened to get to this part and it touched me so deeply. I just cried and cried for what felt like forever. All this time later, whenever I hear it or see it, I get misty eyed and have to hold back tears. So many people from different backgrounds gathering together for a moment of being together as one. It was great. One of my favorite scenes in the whole series.

[@SandroilaKook]

Dammit Cullen, why are you handsome AND sing so good? D:

[@Mieke192]

Goosebumps. I always love the part where Cullen joins in.

[@dzeb27]

Last week I noticed that when I am just walking around without a phone in my hands or thoughts in my head I sing this song silently. And I am doing it for several years without even noticing. Absolutely legendary and powerful song.

[@YuriMed]

Home is behind The world ahead And there are many paths to tread Through shadow To the edge of night Until the stars are all alight Mist and shadow Cloud and shade All shall fade All shall fade !

[@LightDragon777]

It kind of gives me that vibe too.

[@Lukus2009]

Best cutscene in a video game... in a long.. long time. I was punching the air

[@ReinaDCD]

Fist pump, fist pump, fist pump!

[@MachineKing100]

Lol level 3 dwarf hears the song. "Let's go kill corypheous!!!"

[@Phlebas]

I'm still making my way through my first Inquisition campaign (just bought it a few weeks ago). This scene gave me chills.

[@ReinaDCD]

+Phlebas You've got a long way to go, but it'll be worth it. :)

[@Phlebas]

ReinaDCD Oh, don't I know it. This game is huge. And I'm a completionist, so this will probably be a project to keep me occupied for another couple months.

[@ReinaDCD]

+Phlebas High five! Completionist ftw. :P

[@SuperOceangod]

+Phlebas i almost cried

[@morninglaughter2469]

Corypheus stared down from atop his Archdemon expecting to hear cries and despair ringing, instead he heard what sounded like…singing. “They sing without weapons, they sing without armies, they sing without wagons, flagons, and bloody high dragons!” And thus the Tevinter magister’s heart grew three sizes that day.

[@fiona8389]

cullen's voice is killing me it's so beautiful

[@Szymon-lv4ik]

Inquisition has many defects, but also scenes like this which are unforgettable

[@RXdash78]

What makes this scene so amazing is how despite happening the same way every time, it can have different meanings. It can be your character finally getting some recognition, or acting as a catalyst for them getting serious about the inquisition. I was rolling an atheist qunari my first time and when this scene happened, all i could think was "what in the world have you gotten yourself into, adaar?" Also, it works well from a lore perspective. The chant is supposed to be sung, not just recited. And the maker is usually represented by a sun, so this whole song is really like the andrastian version of Psalm 23.

[@punny_kyle2118]

Whenever I have a bad day and nothing goes right, I always watch this scene to remind me it's not hopeless.

[@HeWhoEatsCereal]

It sounds like they used Pippins song in Lotr as a working point

[@ObsidianSoul1]

Agree this reminded me directly of pippins song

[@radiskullax]

Yep, was the first thing that crossed my mind as Giselle starts to sing. Also the scene after is sooo Lotr. Still really cool song and scene, loved it! :)

[@stephenlong9806]

I just watched that part, and you are absolutely right.

[@MRmeomania]

it's a beautiful place to take inspiration from, and I think they nailed it

[@thegreenassassin553]

It was at this moment the inquisitor realised that she had found herself in a disney movie.

[@jakirakumahata5701]

What they don't show is the Inquisitor shivering and sneezing wrapped in like 20 blankets because she was walking for several hours in the freezing cold in plate armor.

[@arnoldjohannfrancisco5641]

1:28 DW agent: They’ve started to sing, sir. Solas: Finally.

[@bingus1329]

This game deserves so much public and fame than what it haves....

[@TheSSVNormandy]

This moment in the game made me cry, the songs they sing in the Dragon Age games are always perfectly timed and beautiful.

[@ReinaDCD]

It brought some tears to my eyes too. ;_;

[@TheSSVNormandy]

ReinaDCD I was not expecting it, but I am so glad they added this to the game. A game that shows feeling and emotion between all of the characters is an amazing thing. Thank you Bioware for delivering.

[@PedroRamos-nu7xc]

I cried too! This game is a masterpiece

[@rangerrookkastle2654]

This makes me cry. I still remember my first play through and this moment after collapsing in the snow still had a huge emotional impact on me years later. The way each voice adds in slowly is just tear jerking

[@ImaMonsterRAWR678]

This is the moment in the game that I thought: "Oh, this is so far from over. Corypheus is done." It gave me such an epic feeling. I haven't actually beat the game yet, but yeah. Also, I don't know if I spelt the main antagonist's name wrong.

[@GriffinPilgrim]

ThePhoenix No, correct spelling, well done. You beat Sera anyway!

[@LysOfRivia]

ThePhoenix So intense, right?! I mean, the whole part with Haven being attacked, Corypheus, the lonely walk through the snow storm and then this touching moment - followed by a cinematic journey to Skyhold. Too. Many. Feelings. I've been playing for hours and don't even know how to sleep right now though it's way past bedtime here because this whole chapter totally messed me up :D

[@mindfreaksunny3848]

AurorasTears don't know why but this game reminds me of The Hobbit sometime :')

[@reytt1060]

Never thought that I would listen to this song in shelter during air attack to stop hearing the sound of sirens. The dawn will come 🤞🏼

[@OmegaSpark01]

This was the moment when I realized I was playing one of the greatest games of all time

[@bensmith8806]

**The shepherd is lost** and his home is far, **Keep to the stars** Feels like a reference to ME.

[@mmh5372]

Yup, there is also a Krogan Head Wall Mount in the keep where you fight real Lord Seeker Lucius.

[@xenon8117]

@@mmh5372 I must keep an eye out then.

[@MrFlamingJester]

Honestly in my head I kept thinking, "Yeah good singing, then Corypheus finds us with it and bam, end of the world right there because we wanted to sing"

[@auntieaoife]

When despair sets in, and all seems lost, this song can restore hope to even real life concerns. It's also just plain beautiful and I love to sing along.

[@joriskemper5392]

At the end of the scene.. Solas: "Oh I have a spare castle for you." Yeah, just found it inside his old vest pocket. Completely normal, no need for further questions. 😆

[@jpomz1]

I really, really loved this song. The act of singing has religious significance to the chantry, so the fact that they decided to sing their darkest hour gave me goosebumps

[@higgsboson8212]

This scene was such a pleasant surprise. It actually gave me goosebumps.

[@kierramccoy5093]

I Love Cullen. And He Can Sing I Love Him Even More

[@AngelRios-m2y]

Looking at Solas in this scene, knowing what we now know about him, it's eerie.

[@HippeusOmega]

That was one hell of a plot twist considering my inquisitor was a Dalish elf mage who fell in love with him.

[@Paintiron]

Dragon Age: Inquisition wasn't a perfect game but this very scene is probably the most epic moment I've ever seen in PC game.

[@GrimmMemoirs]

my man ovaries explode every time i hear cullen singing in this clip like dang dude that voice is a panty dropper oml

[@KokoroSora]

I always cry when i re-watch this scene. A song to find hope in the darkest hour. Epic !!!

[@bowtiemouse]

Full confession. I am not a gamer. I never got into it as a kid, had no interest. My husband introduced me to Skyrim after we got married. We play the ESO MMO together in our spare time. DA:I was the first game I picked up on my own. And I fell in love with it, despite my fears and hesitations. This scene is what sealed the deal. I already knew I loved the game. This scene solidified its place in my heart. ❤

[@HodorGamingTV]

My favorite moment from any game I've ever played.

[@ReinaDCD]

Mine too (so far)!

[@HodorGamingTV]

I don't like the chantry but this literally made me cry XD

[@ReinaDCD]

***** It does sound Chantry-ish come to think of it

[@derexploit2395]

ReinaDCD I haven't fact checked my lore, but it is pretty apparent to me that this is a very common hymn sung throughout Thedas by Chantry members. Just like in real life, you go to a church in one part of the world, they are probably singing the exact same song in another part of the world. This is in fact an idea Josephine put forth earlier: that the Chantry brings together people from many different regions, cultures, and nations, and with that common ground as a foundation understanding and community is grown.

[@ReinaDCD]

Der Exploit I see. I guess that's probably why it sounded so familiar.