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For downloadable content for Dragon Age: Origins, see Downloadable content (Origins).
For downloadable content for Dragon Age: Inquisition, see Downloadable content (Inquisition).

This page lists all downloadable content and unlockables for Dragon Age II. Note that unlockables are in-game items that require a certain event to unlock. Unlike DLCs, no package needs to be downloaded.

Add-ons[]

These add-ons unlock new areas to discover, or new characters with their own backstory

Note: At present, the below add-ons are included with the Dragon Age II Ultimate Edition or available for purchase as part of the Dragon Age II DLC Bundle on PC/Mac.
The Exiled Prince
Released: March 8, 2011

Adventure alongside Sebastian Vael, an archer of noble birth, as he seeks revenge for the brutal murder of his family. Aid him in his quest, and direct his righteous wrath on your enemies. Sebastian is a full companion character, complete with his own series of side missions.

It is included in the BioWare Signature Edition.

The Black Emporium
Released: March 8, 2011

Nestled deep under Kirkwall, you'll find a market with a curious collection of items, some for sale, some for free, and ranging from the mundane to the mysterious! One artifact can even transform your very body, face, hair, eyes—all new! We've even granted you your very own mabari war hound to call to your side with a whistle—a boon in battle and a beloved pet at home. Visit the Black Emporium today, and you’ll be the envy of adventurers everywhere. Your invitation awaits!

The Black Emporium includes a magic item store which will be restocked as the story progresses, a mabari hound, a "Mirror of Transformation" which allows you to change Hawke's appearance, and a crafting store which sells unique recipes.

The Black Emporium is DLC bonus content for Dragon Age II available to players who buy the game new.

DA2 Item Pack 1
Released: April 4, 2011

Have it all with this combined collection of arms, armor and accessories for you and your followers.

  • Mage Item Pack: Receive relics and mementos of untold power for use by your Mage and Mage followers. Features 3 follower items, player weapon and armor sets.
  • Rogue Item Pack: Gear up with new equipment for your Rogue and unique items for Rogue followers. Features 3 follower items (including Sebastian), player weapons and armor sets.
  • Warrior Item Pack: Lay waste to your enemies with this collection of arms, armor and accessories for your Warrior and Warrior followers. Features 3 follower items, player weapons and armor sets.
DA2 Legacy
Released: July 26, 2011

Targeted by a vicious criminal cartel that are hunting "the blood of the Hawke," you must put an end to their relentless attacks. Leave Kirkwall, and journey to an ancient Grey Warden prison in order to find the source of the aggression and uncover the harsh truth about the Hawke lineage. Playable from any point in the Dragon Age II campaign, face new breeds of darkspawn, forge a powerful new weapon and come face to face with an ancient horror.

DA2 Item Pack 2 icon
Released: August 23, 2011

Arms, armor and accessories from Fereldan for you and your followers.

  • Mage Item Pack II: Harness the power of ancient mystical artifacts for use by your Mage and Mage followers.
  • Rogue Item Pack II: Get the edge with deadly new equipment for your Rogue and unique items for Rogue followers.
  • Warrior Item Pack II: Slaughter fearlessly with this collection of arms, armor and accessories for your Warrior and Warrior followers.
Dlc mark of the assassin
Released: October 11, 2011

Embark on a thrilling adventure of deception and intrigue in Mark of the Assassin, the latest downloadable expansion for Dragon Age II. In this gripping new story, Hawke is joined by a mysterious elf assassin, Tallis. Voiced by none other than actress Felicia Day, this new party member comes complete with her own unique combat style and intriguing back story. With Tallis at your side, you must Infiltrate an Orlesian estate outside Kirkwall and steal a precious relic. Along the way, you will uncover an array of impressive weapons and equipment, and confront fearsome and challenging new enemies on your journey to claim the Heart of the Many.

Promotional[]

Note: At present, the majority of promotional items for Dragon Age II can be unlocked for free by anyone through Dragon Age Keep. This includes most/all promotional items. See here and click "Rewards" under "Dragon Age II" for more information. You may need to log in to the Keep first, then select "Career" from the drop down menu. On PC, promotional items are also available for free under "Extra Content" in Origin.
Hindsight promotional image
Released: March 8, 2011

Hindsight is a belt possessed of a strange, slow intellect. Whatever would have killed the wearer, does. At that very moment, the belt develops a resistance that would have saved them. No one knows how Thaulid managed this, and at this point, it would be difficult to ask him. When the belt is held in the light just so, the leather reveals a grisly catalogue, etched in glinting lyrium: "Thaulid Hammerspur, fire. Gorgut The Wizened, poison. Vil Arak, stabbed forty-three times. Haliath Baronet, witches."

Staff of Parthalan icon
Released: March 8, 2011

Magic has always run strongly within the Hawke bloodline. The tales passed down from one generation to the next tell of an ancestor named Parthalan, a mage who long ago helped to unite Ferelden under the rule of King Calenhad. Parthalan eventually vanished into legend, fleeing the persecution of the Chantry, but his legacy remains in the hands of his family - along with his hope that one day, mages would achieve the freedom that King Calenhad intended to bring to all men.

Hayders razor
Released: March 8, 2011

Hayder's Razor is an ancient dwarven blade which increases health, mana, and combat abilities, in the full release of Dragon Age 2.

Ring of Whispers icon
Released: March 8, 2011

"Listen, do you hear it? A soft swish, barely audible. No? Some hear it, some don't - well, not right away. But in the end, everyone does. It comes from this ring. 'Old as creation,' the Dalish I bought it from said. You can see the Circle's marks right here, barely. When I heard the sound the first night, I grabbed my sword and called out, 'Intruder!' But there was no one. Just the ring. Did some research after that. A mad Formari made it. It's powerful, to be sure. One scholar thought that if you could only make out the whispers, you'd learn... something. The ring was pried out of his hands, and he begged and pleaded that they return it. He claimed he could almost hear it, understand it. One thing's for certain: there's more to this ring than meets the eye."
- The last recorded words of Arl Theo Renly before his apparent suicide in South Foxlington

The Far Cliffs of Kirkwall
Released: March 8, 2011

Written by a Fereldan refugee as she fled the Blight, this book of poems describes her dreams of a new start in Kirkwall, the city across the sea. Readers will surely be enriched by her insights. (Gives money when read.)

On February 28, 2011, the Call to Arms challenge was completed and over 1,000,000 people downloaded the demo and registered with an EA account. This item was unlocked for all BioWare Social Network users.

Lothering's Lament
Released: March 8, 2011

Written by a Fereldan refugee as she fled the Blight, this book of poems contains touching reminiscences of all she had to leave behind. Readers will surely benefit from her experience. (Gives XP boost when read.)

On February 28, 2011, the Call to Arms challenge was completed and over 1,000,000 people downloaded the demo and registered with an EA account. This item was unlocked for all BioWare Social Network users.

Of Things Not Lost
Released: March 8, 2011

Written by a Fereldan refugee as she fled the Blight, this book of poems describes her struggle to preserve her past and cling to the few physical mementos she'd brought with her into foreign lands. Readers will surely find this book enchanting. (Unlocks new runes when read.)

After the Call to Arms challenge was completed, BioWare issued a new challenge requiring users to give posts on the Dragon Age II Facebook page 1,000,000 impressions. This challenge was successfully completed on March 4, 2011. This item was unlocked for all BioWare Social Network users.

Boots Frozen Wastes
Released: March 8, 2011

Ice dwellers came across these long forgotten boots whilst boring their way through frozen mountains. Most debris and items that they came across were encased in a tomb of ice but the boots were found inside a cavernous ice cave that formed itself around these ice resisting boots.

Blood Dragon Armor
Released: March 8, 2011

Commissioned by an infamous Nevarran dragon hunter, this armor was crafted in a time when dragons had almost been hunted to extinction. Infused with their blood, the armor gained notoriety after the hunter died at the hands of men rather than the dragons it was designed to protect him from.

This item is unlocked if the player possessed the Blood Dragon Armor in Dragon Age: Origins or Mass Effect 2.

Exclusive[]

These unlockables were available under limited circumstances.

Note: At present, the majority of promotional items for Dragon Age II can be unlocked for free by anyone through Dragon Age Keep. This includes most/all promotional items. See here and click "Rewards" under "Dragon Age II" for more information. You may need to log in to the Keep first, then select "Career" from the drop down menu. On PC, promotional items are also available for free under "Extra Content" in Origin.
Signature Edition
Released: March 8, 2011

An exclusive digital armory.

This is a collection of five items included in pre-orders made before January 11, 2011. Per December 21, 2017 it become available for purchase as part of Dragon Age II DLC Bundle.[1] The Ultimate Edition of Dragon Age II includes this content by default:

Amulet of Ashes
Released: March 8, 2011 for Play.com, Best Buy and Brloh.sk pre-orders

Amulet Of Ashes is a ruined piece of charred wood hangs from its setting of half-melted gold. Holding it over an open flame, however, reveals its powers - in the flickering flames, the gold recedes into some former shape while the wood turns brown and reveals its grain.

Stats: Heavy fire resistance, adds to fire damage, adds to health regeneration

Fadeshear
Released: March 8, 2011 for any pre-order

The core of this blade is old. As old as the first smiths who sought a way to battle the nightmares from the land beyond. It has fought the demonic hosts in countless battles. Sometimes it has been held high in triumphant victory. Other times, it has lain broken besides its dying owner. But after every defeat it has always been reclaimed, reforged, and made stronger. Fadeshear has passed through many hands before yours. Now it is your turn to make the demons of the Fade pay for crossing the Veil into the waking world.

The Fadeshear sword is a one-handed sword for Dragon Age II available when you pre-order from participating retailers.

Stats: Improves with each level-up, additional damage vs. demons and undead

The Irons
Released: March 8, 2011 for EA Store pre-order

Adds to all elemental resistances, adds to health, adds to constitution. Fashioned from the black steel of Kirkwall's infamous iron foundries, miner's safety harnesses such as these have protected their hearty wearers since the day when the Tevinter Imperium last claimed the City of Chains.

The Irons belt is a pre-order bonus for Dragon Age II available from the EA Store. EA Store pre-orders also get both The Lion of Orlais and Fadeshear in addition to this. All of these bonuses apply to both Signature and Regular Edition pre-orders. (Only for Xbox 360 or PC)

Stats: Adds to all elemental resistances, adds to health, adds to constitution

The Antivan Garrote
Released: March 10, 2011 for BioWare Store orders

As legendary as these so-called 'Crows' are, why is it you keep finding their stuff for sale? Is it that they need the money? Sure, that's a fine assassin–needing to palm off his belt for poisons and what-not. The only other possibility is if someone knicked it off one of the dead buggers. So who wants to hire these awe-inspiring assassins? Either their britches keep falling down or they've got dozens of dead mates that keep keeling over. I grant you, this is a magnificent belt–best I've seen. But I'd downplay this whole Crow malarkey.

The Antivan Garrote belt is an exclusive item for Dragon Age II available from the BioWare Store for any orders. (Only for Xbox 360 or PC)

Stats: Adds to critical chance, adds to critical damage, adds immunity to flanking

LionShield
Released: March 8, 2011 for any pre-order

At the height of the Summer War all of Orlais was embroiled in fierce battles. Over the course of the war dozens of contenders for the Imperial Throne emerged – most long forgotten except as footnotes in scholarly tomes. But everyone remembers the gallant young lord Emile Deveraux, "The Golden Prince". Though outnumbered at every turn, he racked victory upon victory culminating in the Seventh Battle of Roses. While wearing this shield he broke through his uncle’s vanguard to win the day. He never knew the taste of defeat, instead meeting his end at the hands of a jealous lover in the dead of night.

The Lion of Orlais shield is a pre-order bonus for Dragon Age II available from any participating retailers.

Stats: 2 Rune Slots, adds to health, adds to % XP gain

Ser Isaac's Armor
Released: March 8, 2011

The chilling tales of Ser Isaac of Clarke are a favorite of bards performing in the wee hours of the night. In dank taverns throughout Thedas, these horror-filled stories captivate listeners and bring nightmares to those faint of heart.

This armor set is available to those who buy Dead Space 2 before March 31, 2012. Exclusions apply, see here for details.

Air of Confidence

After averting a disaster at the Circle of Markham, Evra was given this ring by the First Enchanter. Though the Air of Confidence is not as eye-catching as his other famous ring, it is said that Evra always wore it, even when sleeping. The exact magical properties of the Air of Confidence are a subject of much speculation amongst minstrels.

It can be obtained by playing Dragon Age Legends. Complete the quest Secure Fort Elim.

Dura's Blue Flame

This weathered silver amulet has passed through many hands over the years. A deep blue sapphire almost glows in a certain light. Although time has faded its intricate engravings, the amulet has a certain majesty about it.

It can be obtained by playing Dragon Age Legends. Posted on DA: Legends Facebook Page: "So, my birthday’s coming up on March 25th, and I was planning on giving Dura’s Blue Flame to ALL Dragon Age Legends players on that day (and new players going forward) as a special celebration. But, I could be convinced to unlock Dura’s Flame earlier…"

Evra's Might

When Evra gained notoriety by defeating the Blood Sisters of Vehnstel, he was wearing his signature ring. Although the massive size of the solid gold ring attracts attention, it served a more practical purpose for Evra: he used it to punch demons in the face, sometimes felling them in a single blow.

It can be obtained by playing Dragon Age Legends. Learn how to build your castle in the tutorial.

Evra’s Trophy Belt

This grisly belt is filled with monstrous teeth, chipped blades, scraps of fur, and armor fragments. Each piece is said to be a trophy collected by Evra during his many adventures.

It can be obtained by playing Dragon Age Legends. Reach Freylen’s Peak and complete the quest Vantage Point.

Ivo Family Crest

Evolving over the years, the crest of House Ivo has become much more ornate than Paragon Ivo's original design. This ancient golden amulet bears the original crest. Though the engravings are simple, the stark lines are somehow deeply stirring.

It can be obtained by playing Dragon Age Legends. Defeat Raspin and complete the quest The Rascal Raspin.

Fan Reward Pack
Released: July 21-24, 2011
The Fan Reward Pack consists of 3 items:

It is a giveaway given by Chris Priestly during the San Diego Comic-Con International between 21 July and 24 July 2011.

Deep Green
Released: October 11, 2011
The Deep Green is unlocked if the player has obtained any of the achievements for the DLC Mark of the Assassin and claimed the item before November 1, 2011.

Stats: Nature damage, nature resistance, healing to character, chance of deathblowns, enemies drop better equipment

The High Lords' Belt
Released: November 17, 2011
The High Lords' Belt is unlocked by obtaining an achievement from either The Exiled Prince, Legacy, or Mark of the Assassin before November 1, 2012.

Stats: +18 attack, +9 defense, enemies drop better equipment

Pendant of the Morning Frost
Released: November 17, 2011
Pendant of the Morning Frost is unlocked by obtaining an achievement from either The Exiled Prince, Legacy, or Mark of the Assassin before November 1, 2012.

Stats: +7% physical damage, +169 cold resistance, enemies drop better equipment

Bug icon Bug! If you install the two "All-class item pack" the items may not show up in the game.

To fix this just download the packs seperately instead in Origin.

Manual Installation Links[]

Note: Be aware that all of the DLC requires an active internet connection and also requires you to be logged into your Bioware/EA Online account that you used to purchase or redeem the content. Otherwise you will get Unauthorized info in the Installed Content.

Acquisition[]

All bonus items (promotional and exclusive) can be found in the Curio room chest in Gamlen's House (Act 1) or Player Mansion (after Act 1).

Unreleased content[]

There are five items in the game files which were planned to be released as downloadable content but never were. The names and promotional images of these items are the following:

References[]

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