Solas
Knowing Solas will be the antagonist of DA4, I like going back through Inquisition to find any and all hints to his path to villainy. So far Ive found several references to Pride. Which is what Solas’ name means. And also seems to be one of his defining traits/flaws.
The first boss you fight is a Pride demon. Said to be the strongest type of demon. Essentially you are fighting Solas or his pride. This was his first attempt at tearing down the veil by giving his orb to corypheus. I mean, he actually thought this was a GOOD plan. I wouldnt be surprised if the pride demon that came through was inspired by Solas and reflected his own pride.
Mother Giselle mentions that “we teach that Pride is evil. And corrupts not only mages.” Possibly hinting at Solas again and the eventual downward spiral/corruption he put himself in.
Sera and her “Pride Cookies”. A small one. But Sera hates cookies because of the woman who took her in. Her pride led Sera to hate the Baker. And hate herself for being an elf. Once again another message about the corruption of pride. I think this is partly why Sera doesnt get along with Solas. I feel like its less about “elfy things” and more about Sera picking up how prideful Solas is.
What Pride Had Wrought. Basically all of this is Solas’ fault. Its in the name. This one is blatantly in your face. This was all caused by him. He threw the world into chaos once again. But he does feel TERRIBLE about it. Throughout the world, if you take Solas with you, you’ll notice the little things. At the cross roads in the Hinterlands, during the cut scene. You’ll see Solas in the background kneel down beside a wounded person as if to either help heal or check on them. Quests that involve helping people he approves of. Like finding the supply caches or getting the ram meat. He also approves of taking care of the demon controlled wolves. Perhaps feeling guilty or responsible for their corruption by the demon.
From these, I really dont think Solas will be the antagonist of DA4. I dont think its going to be the Hero (you) VS Solas. I mean, at the very end of Tresspasser you have the option to try to save him. The main conflict then, will probably be Solas VS his own Pride. And you, the Hero, deciding which one will win.
You know I dont think i was that far off from my prediction about Veilguard. Which I made several years ago














