When you take on the role of Inquisitor in Dragon Age: Inquisition, you are able to romance some of your companions and advisors. In committing to a romantic relationship you will unlock the "Beloved and Precious" trophy/achievement. One of your options for romance is Cullen Rutherford, the commander of the Inquisition's army and the military advisor.
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Cullen can only be romanced by female Inquisitors who are human or elven. For everything you need to know about getting Commander Cullen to commit to a romantic relationship with you, here's what you need to do.
Progressing Your Relationship with Cullen
Cullen is one of the easier romances to achieve, ashe is an advisor and not a companion, so he doesn't have an approval rating that works the same way as your party members.You will need to speak with Cullen often to raise your friendship with himin order to access his personal sidequests, which are required to enter into a proper relationship withhim.
You can begin flirting with Cullen from your very first conversation with him at Haven. Make sure you speak to him often, exhausting all dialog options that he will respond well to and always choosing any flirtatious options that appear (marked with a heart). Make sure you speak with Cullenafter every major story event or any quest that involves/affects him directly, as this isoften when new dialog options appear.
It is important that you listen to Cullen discuss his troubles with Lyrium andagree to play chess with him in order to progress your romance, as this is required to unlock his first inner circle quest.
If you sided with the Mages are the beginning of the game, Cullen will be involved in the Nemesis Quest "Before the Dawn", but this does not affect the romance.
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Cullen's Inner Circle Quests
Perseverance
Cullen's first sidequest will be available after the completion of the main story quest "Here Lies the Abyss" or "Wicked Eyes and Wicked Hearts", providing that you have spoken with Cullen about Lyrium and have played chess with him.
Head to Cullen's office to find that an Inquisition Scout is there, butthat the Commander is missing. The Scout will explain that Cullen has gone to speak with Cassandra, beginning the "Perseverance" sidequest. Head towards the blacksmith and a cutscene will begin showing Cassandra and Cullen arguing.
Afterward, head to Cullen's office to speak with him, where he will confide in you about his struggles with Lyrium. Your dialog options here are important, if you force Cullen to continue taking Lyrium, he will end the romance with you.
Be sure to choose the romance option"I care about what you want." and then follow it up with"Don't give up." to continue your romantic relationshipand agree to Cullen not taking Lyrium. After completing this sidequest, regardless of what you chose, Cullen will want some alone time and will not converse with you further for a short time.
Happier Times
Cullen's final sidequest "Happier Times" will unlock some time after the completion of "Perseverance" providing that you are still in a romantic relationship with Cullen (meaning that you did not force him to start taking Lyrium again).
Speaking with Cullen (when he is ready) will begin this sidequest and he will ask you to accompany him to Ferelden. Agreeing to go with him will begin a cutscene near a lake, in which Cullen will tell the Inquisitor about his past and present them with a small token.
You can choose to accept or decline Cullen's Lucky Coin, however, regardless of your choice, the cutscene will end with a kiss and your romancewill reach its final stage.
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FAQs
One of your options for romance is Cullen Rutherford, the commander of the Inquisition's army and the military advisor. Cullen can only be romanced by female Inquisitors who are human or elven.
How do I marry Cullen? ›
During the Exalted Council, Cullen will ask the Inquisitor to marry him. The Inquisitor can agree, or tell Cullen the couple doesn't need marriage. If the Inquisitor is an elf: They will have the option to ask Cullen to state their vows in elvish for the ceremony, to which Cullen agrees.
Should Cullen take lyrium or not romance? ›
If you want to keep the possibility of romance open for Cullen, never order Cullen to take lyrium when you find it during the game. If you press him on taking Lyrium, you risk the chance he will either call off the romance, or if you haven't yet romanced him, will be unable to pursue him.
How to get a chess scene with Cullen? ›
After the conversation in his office regarding lyrium withdrawal, you should leave skyhold and come back again. Then go to his office and talk to him. The chess cutscene will begin. After that, when you go talk to him the next time, there will be a heart dialogue option asking him to have a private converastion.
How old is Cullen in Dai? ›
So late 20s-early 30s. Cullen - Based on what we know about templars, you don't take on full responsibilities under you are 18, he is overseeing his first Harrowing in DA:O. - so likely 18-20 in DA:O. which makes him in his early 30s now.
Can you romance Blackwall and Cullen at the same time? ›
A good way to test your ability to romance Cullen is to save the game then talk to him about a romance. If he says you are with Blackwall then you are not able to romance him unless you end the relationship permanently.
Can the Inquisitor get married? ›
If wishing to pursue a new relationship, the Inquisitor must first end their current one. Once ended, that relationship cannot be restarted. Cullen and Sera can marry the Inquisitor in an on-screen wedding ceremony during the Trespasser DLC.
Can you marry Cassandra in Dragon Age: Inquisition? ›
Cassandra is one such character, as she mistakenly thinks the Inquisitor is going to propose to her in Trespasser if she is romanced. When she finds out she is mistaken, she mentions that she is open to marriage in the future and will act surprised when and if the Inquisitor ever proposes to her.
What happens to Cullen if he stops taking lyrium? ›
He won't leave and pretty much the only thing you have to worry about is whether you're trying for a romance with him. If trying for a romance then taking lyrium is right out. If you tell him to use it then the romance option is right out. I thought I heard that he could die but only came across that once.
Can I romance Morrigan in Dai? ›
You can do this by asking Morrigan "Did you grow up in the Korcari Wilds?" and the selecting the "You can probe me anytime." option. Or when Morrigan asks you to look for the Black Grimoire in the Circle Tower, choose "And? What's in it for me?". This will switch her approval to romance mode.
Solas is exclusively romanceable by female Elven Inquisitors. It's a commitment, to be sure, but Lavellan makes for a great protagonist, so hey, go for it.
When should I start romance with Cullen? ›
The Inquisitor can flirt with Cullen as soon as they meet him in Haven. He will often get flustered at this light teasing. The romance will soft lock if the player reaches a cutscene with Cullen and Dorian playing chess, agrees to the game, and flirts with Cullen during the encounter.
Can you marry Cullen in Dragon Age: Inquisition? ›
In DLC Trespasser, the Inquisitor gets to marry Cullen Rutherford (or Sera) if he's been a successful romance option in the “main game.” Not only is it boring and over in literally 30 seconds, but the secrecy was pointless and the whole set-up the worst wedding ever.
Can you romance Cullen in Dragon Age Origins? ›
10 Cullen First Appeared in Origins
He actually first appeared in Dragon Age: Origins in a small role as one of the templars assigned to execute the Magi if they turn into abominations. Players can attempt to romance him, but he will make some awkward excuses and run away.
Can you make love in Dragon Age: Inquisition? ›
Yes, there is sex. You don't see everything, you're not controlling the character while they're shagging, but you can, as it were, get yourself into a position where some of the characters want to have sex with you. And then you can be left in very little doubt that that is indeed what's happened.
Who can you marry in Dragon Age: Inquisition? ›
Marriage with NPCs are always an endgame event, and NPCs that can marry the player throughout the game series include Alistair, Anora, Sera, and Cullen. However, there are others who hint about being open to marriage or even getting married off-screen, like Sebastian, Cassandra, and Dorian.
Can you cheat romance in Dragon Age: Inquisition? ›
You can't. Once you initiate a romance with one character, the others are locked out unless you officially break up with them.
