Just got the game now. Started as archer, but I'm considering switching to mage. Game feels great so far, but I haven't really done much yet.

On a side note - is it worth it to check every corner for herbs/iron/gold/collectibles in the beginning? Can I miss out on items?

I'd recommend getting every material you come across. It's tedious as hell, but worth it.

I'm level 10 now and just unlocked a new fort (not going to reveal spoilers) and I crafted my entire party the inquisition flame armor / weapons from the materials I had gathered.

Thanks! I will continue exploring every corner then

Just made a mage now. She is hot

You playing on nightmare?

Mage is fun
A bit weak in the beginning but becomes extremely essential later
Just a heads up, start investing in support abilities early

Switched back to my archer for now. I liked him better, at least for starters. My guess is I will play through this game a couple of times anyway

Attempting to. I wouldn't recommend it

Side note - Does anyone know where you find Blackwall at? I'm using Cassandra as my tank currently and I'm looking to upgrade.

This post was edited by Blizane on Nov 20 2014 10:51am

I play hard with friendly fire off, nightmare is pretty intense

This may also be helpful to you guys curious in the sub-specializations - http://forum.bioware.com/topic/521324-class-abilities-and-specialization/

I am too. I'm only 7 at the moment though . I've just been doing all the sidequests and farming.