Why should I attack the leg of the dragon?

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When fighting a dragon, I can either aim for the whole dragon, or pick a specific leg to target. What are the benefits of attacking the legs? Does it matter which one I pick?
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When should I fight the Hinterlands dragon?
It is recommended to face this dragon at levels 10 to 13 using a warrior, a rogue dual wielding daggers and either two mages or one mage and one rogue archer. All party members should have fire-resistant armor and dragon-slaying or frost weapon runes.What level should I be to fight dragons in Inquisition?
The recommended player level is 13 or above, but the Northern Hunter is considered to be the easiest High Dragon to defeat in the game.Where do I fight the dragon in the Hinterlands?
You have two main options for this fight: either focus on her head, or focus on her legs. Focusing on her head will occasionally interrupt her attacks while she shakes her head and stops attacking for a couple of seconds, buying you precious time.How to Kill The First Dragon of Dragon Age Inquisition - The Fereldan Frostback
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