But "Cone of Cold" seemed to work the majority of the time so make sure you've got a Mage that has it. It proved to be absolutely invaluable in immobilizing the dragon so I could re-position my party members and interrupt its special attacks.

Despite "Cone of Cold" being quite effective, the dragon doesn't stay frozen for long but any pause to its powerful attacks was most welcome.]]> The Fire Dragon easily resisted other immobilization spells like "Crushing Prison", "Petrify" and "Winter's Grasp". It was also moving too fast for any area-of-effect rooting spells like "Blizzard".

But "Cone of Cold" seemed to work the majority of the time so make sure you've got a Mage that has it. It proved to be absolutely invaluable in immobilizing the dragon so I could re-position my party members and interrupt its special attacks.

Despite "Cone of Cold" being quite effective, the dragon doesn't stay frozen for long but any pause to its powerful attacks was most welcome.]]> Having a tank with a knockdown resist skill is invaluable!

Having a tank who is equipped with the legendary Yusari great sword which does extra damage to dragons is even better!

I tried Taunting the dragon to keep it away from my weaker party members but it was just so mobile, it went after whomever it wanted, whenever it wanted.

You'll be definitely fighting on its terms!]]> Having a tank with a knockdown resist skill is invaluable!

Having a tank who is equipped with the legendary Yusari great sword which does extra damage to dragons is even better!

I tried Taunting the dragon to keep it away from my weaker party members but it was just so mobile, it went after whomever it wanted, whenever it wanted.

You'll be definitely fighting on its terms!]]> The Fire Dragon was huge! Physically, it's the biggest foe I've ever faced so far. Not only was it enormous, it was very agile and highly mobile which made for challenging combat!]]> The Fire Dragon was huge! Physically, it's the biggest foe I've ever faced so far. Not only was it enormous, it was very agile and highly mobile which made for challenging combat!]]> Just prior to entering the ruined Temple of Andraste where this formidable beast has made a home, I had increased the game's difficulty level. Perfect timing. :-P]]> Just prior to entering the ruined Temple of Andraste where this formidable beast has made a home, I had increased the game's difficulty level. Perfect timing. :-P]]>