The dialogue wheel is a game mechanic in Dragon Age: Inquisition used during conversations. Instead of choosing the exact dialogue lines for The Inquisitor, the player chooses between short paraphrases of the fully voiced dialogue that will follow.
Icons on the left side of the wheel typically open up the opportunity for more dialogue, typically by offering more questions to ask. The right side of the wheel typically contains ways to "react" to the situation. There are a variety of different personality types that the Inquisitor can adopt by choosing the same type of tone response repeatedly. Choosing the same tone for your Inquisitor most of the time will result in more unique expressions and outcomes that are available only to your chosen personality type.
Icon meanings
Standard
Icon | Description | Notes |
---|---|---|
General | Branch the conversation and open up additional dialogue options. | |
Yes | Agree or accept an offer. Say yes. | |
No | Reject something proposed by another character. Say no. | |
Stoic | Remain matter-of-fact about the subject at hand. Speak with self-control. | |
Pleased | Express agreement with or happiness about the current conversation point. | |
Sad | Express sadness over the current conversation point. | |
Mad | Express your anger about what’s being discussed. | |
Confused | Indicate confusion about the current line of conversation. | |
Surprised | Has the conversation astounded you in some way? Express your surprise. | |
Attack | Enough conversation. It’s time to get aggressive. | |
Special | This option is rare. It may only appear for certain types of characters—or it may be based on past circumstances. | |
Investigate | Make inquiries to learn more about the current conversation. | |
Payment | Inquire about a coin reward—or bribe someone. | |
Romance | If you’re feeling amorous, flirt or say something romantic. | |
End Romance | Say or do something to permanently end a romance with the other character. | |
Politics | Display your understanding of how the political system works. Requires the "Nobility Knowledge" perk. | |
History | Put your knowledge of history and ancient lore to use. Requires the "History Knowledge" perk. | |
Arcane | If you understand magic and magical theory, use this information to your advantage. Requires the "Arcane Knowledge" perk. | |
Underworld | Showcase your knowledge of the criminal world with this special dialogue option. Requires the "Underworld Knowledge" perk. |
Race/Class specific
Icon | Description | Notes |
---|---|---|
Warrior | Available to warriors only. | |
Rogue | Available to rogues only. | |
Mage | Available to mages only. | |
Human | Available to humans only. | |
Human Mage | Available to human mages only. | |
Elf | Available to elves only. | |
Dwarf | Available to dwarves only. | |
Qunari | Available to Qunari only. |