Dragon Age has always been known for its companions, but sometimes these characters do not make it past the concept stage or off the cutting room floor. For example, Dragon Age: Origins would have made Jowan a permanent companion before that was cut, and Fiona was considered a possible companion for Dragon Age: Inquisition. These changes are very common in companion-based games and game development at large, with Dragon Age: The Veilguard being in a similar situation.