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Dragon Age: Origins eGuide Essentials The Classes

Levelling

Grey Wardens come from all backgrounds in life, hone many skills, and walk the path of adventure as one of the three classes: warrior, mage, or rogue. As a warrior, you brave the heart of the enemy vanguard with solid steel in hand and sturdy shield to guard your side. You punish foes with great two-handed weapons or a spray of arrow volleys.

A mage draws mana from the Fade and bombards enemies with freezing blasts or blistering infernos. Their command of ranged attacks and unparalleled healing powers triumphs on the battlefield.

Hiding in the shadows, a rogue slays the unwary from behind and detects dungeon traps with a discerning eye. His thieving hands collect more coin than a covetous merchant. The possibilities are nearly endless no matter which class you choose.

Each level you gain three attribute points and one talent point. Attribute points can be spent on raising your core stats, while talent points can purchase new talents (for warriors and rogues) or new spells (for mages).

Mages and warriors get one skill point every three levels, while rogues get a skill point every two levels. You gain specialization points at levels 7 and 14.

Using this information, spend your points wisely. Don't be caught with a level 20 warrior who has only the first couple of abilities in many chains.

His contribution to the party will be limited, and you don't get a second chance at spending these points.

Experience Gain

Level XP Required to Gain a Level Total Current XP
1 2,000 0
2 2,500 4,500
3 3,000 7,500
4 3,500 11,000
5 4,000 15,000
6 4,500 19,500
7 5,000 24,500
8 5,500 30,000
9 6,000 36,000
10 6,500 42,500
11 7,000 49,500
12 7,500 57,000
13 8,000 65,000
14 8,500 73,500
15 9,000 82,500
16 9,500 92,000
17 10,000 102,000
18 10,500 112,500
19 11,000 123,500
20 11,500 135,000