#HES SO DEVOTED TO LADY AEDUCAN

[bleedingheart-s]

me: oh i'm gonna play dragon age just for giggles, i'm not gonna immediately fall in love with the first character i see

gorim: *exists*

me:

[cuillere]

OOF I'm a fool and somehow didn't manage to send the prompt number??? Apologies and thank you for your patience, number one with your Warden, maybe?

Thank you very much for this prompt! And no worries about the number, it happens to everyone :)

Thank you very much to @suchanadorer who betaed this for me

So this is 1.1K of Sereda and Gorim for the prompt First Kiss for @dadrunkwriting As usual, feel free to comment, I’m always happy to have your opinion :)

Fun fact, when I played through that origin, I confirmed Sereda’s love for Gorim thinking she was actually telling a joke. Turns out it wasn’t and I just went with it. I regret nothing.

They had only outright discussed it once. They both knew about the other’s feeling, and they both knew why nothing had ever happened. They had no future. Not as their world was. Not ever.The idea of doing something about it often kept Sereda awake at night. They were both unhappy, like this. Keeping to their duties, yes, but unhappy. She was. She could see Gorim was, too, and that broke her heart.

She could see it, right now, in the slowness with which he had opened the door and in his lopsided soft smile when he greeted her.The burst of warmth that settles in her chest is surrounded with this sharp pinching. It often is, but today the pinching is stronger, invading the warmth.

Still in her thoughts, Sereda gestures for him to come in. “Good morning Gorim. Please close the door behind you.”

He can read her just as well as she can, him. And she is not hiding anything, either. He has to know she’s about to discuss something serious. He’s probably even aware that it’s going to be personal. But still, nothing but a very slight hitch in his breath betrays him.

“Yes, my Lady,” Gorim nods.

As he turns round to do as she asked, she closes her eyes. She needs to not let herself be distracted. She breathes deep and gets up when she hears her door closing. She needs to talk to him as an equal. She cannot be His Lady Aeducan for this to work.

Their gazes cross as he turns back to her.

After just an instant, Sereda finds herself incapable of breaking the gaze. All she can do is muster all of her courage to speak.

“Will you be mine, Gorim?”

That’s blunt, and feels desperate. But that’s all she could come up with.

She can see the very instant he gets what she’s asking. He stills for a second, but then straightens up and squares his shoulders.

“You know I’m devoted to your service, my lady Aeducan.”

Sereda receives this like a rejection. She has learned when he uses her last name, when he’s putting distance between them. But she also expected this reaction, and now that her question is out, she needs to have this discussion with him. She needs him not to escape the topic.

“You know that isn’t what I’m talking about,” Sereda states.

Of course, he does! She can almost see in his body the sigh she can see in his eyes. They dart to one side, as if he could escape in her wardrobe, maybe.

“You know I don’t have a say in this,” he yields. “If I did, I wouldn’t be yours, my lady. It would make everything so much simpler.”

The hurt is audible in his voice, and it gives her cold shivers.

“It would,” she admits.

Given the choice, she would do the same, of course.But they don’t have that choice. Never have, never will. They can only let it be, or try to make something out of it. And now that they are actually talking about it, she needs to make sure he understands how important this is.

“The choice you have is whether you act on it, Gorim. That’s the only choice we get. I… I want this. I want you. I want to try it out. It hurts too much. I think we both deserve this. We deserve a chance. I don’t care what my father thinks about it. Or my brothers. I don’t care what anyone thinks about it. You know my views on Castes and how we should change this oppressive system, full of limitations. You know how I think we should explore new ways of…”

Gorim’s hand touching her shoulder stops her. His smile is warm and caring, if sad.

“You’re rambling, my lady.”

A long exhale leaves her mouth as she’s trying to calm down. “You’re right, sorry.”

She has always had a tendency to get heated when she speaks her mind. Especially about topics which outrage her.It takes her barely a full breath before she’s calm again, though. When she opens her eyes, she finds Gorim’s. His caring smile lingers on his lips and she answers it, her cheeks growing hot.It seems like this could last forever. His soft grey eyes are captivating, she feels like she could see his soul there, and she feels blessed for it. Her whole body is warm and she feels like she’s on a cloud.

She can see his pupils retract brutally before he takes his hand away from her, as if he has just been burnt. She misses his touch already, but pushes the thought aside. The air thickens with their embarrassment and it takes a moment longer to shake it.

In a search for a new countenance, she clears her throat.

“My point was, I’m willing to try. We deserve this chance, Gorim,” she asserts once again.

He gulps.

She waits for a while in silence before she opens her mouth, ready to tell him he doesn’t need to answer that and she just wanted him to know, but that’s when his hand lifts. She freezes, mouth hanging half open, excessively aware of her heart pulsing in her throat.

Suddenly, his hand is on her cheek. It’s warm and she wants to lean into the touch. She wants to grab his hand and kiss it. But she doesn’t. She just stands there, waiting for him.

He takes a breath. Two.

“I can only be yours, my heart.”

That makes her melt. The warmth spreads quickly from her face into her whole body.As the meaning of those words reaches her fully, a tear escapes her and she launches for his arms. He’s warm and his shoulder is much more comfortable than it should.By the Stone, she’s holding Gorim in her arms. She’s hugging him.

He’s the first one to ease the embrace and soon they find themselves looking at each other again. Gorim’s not smiling. She isn’t either, but she feels relief. And his eyes sparkle.He’s beautiful.

“I want to kiss you.” The words are out before she had any time to think about it.

Gorim chuckles at the admission and leans in. When his lips touch hers, she thinks she going to burst from the feeling.He’s hot and soft. It’s agreeable, but it’s much more than that. She’s kissing Gorim!Her heart stutters at the thought.

She knows - they both know - they’re in for a rough ride but she’s not about to let him go.

[darth-salem-emperor-of-earth]

OC Kiss Week Contenders

In the past, I have made some Character Logs for which character is going to partake in the previous OC Kiss Weeks so I’ll do another one here. I’ll probably overflow this post with way too many OCs but oh well, I like distributing variety. I won’t use my still developing Inquisitor Lavellan or my SWTOR/KOTOR/SW or WoW characters just yet. I still need more time with them. So send me a request for any of my OCs with yours and if there is a certain day or theme you want for our two characters, let me know so I can begin writing. Or you can snatch any of these OCs up for one of your own OCs, I don’t mind. These babies are up for grabs. And crossovers are certainly welcomed! 

And if anyone is interesting in my old Van Helsing OCs (Egil, Rolf, Gabriele, Thanatos, and Morfran), just let me know. I didn’t included them in here because not many people know or care about them and I needed to get this postout before ockiss17 commences. 

7kpp/Seven Kingdoms: The Princess Problem

Lady Ethel of Hise (F) [Heterosexual]: Ethel is a free spirit who loves adventure, exploring new places, and of course, collecting flowers, herbs, and other plants. She’ll probably make you flower crown and other flowery ornaments for a fun. Right before boarding a ship just to feel the wind against her face and smell the heady brine of the ocean.

Lady Zarina of Jiyel (F) [Asexual/Pansexual]: Zarina is rather subdued, preferring to consult her books than with people but make no mistake, she is not distant. If anyone needs her aid, be they noble or common, Zarina will see what she can do and offer them a shoulder to cry on.Also, she thirsts to read anything she can her hands on and this can only be matched by her desire to travel abroad and see the world from her own eyes than from the pages of a tome. Logic means the world to her and she likes using her brains to get out any sticky situation.

Lady Yvonne of Corval (F) [Heterosexual]: Yvonne loves to play the “game” and thrives in court. She masks her true emotions and thoughts but does allow herself to dream of a romance or be in a relationship where she can trust her inner musings and opinions to her spouse without her foes knowing. She’s quite persuasive, insightful, charming, and likable, and can pry any secret from your lips with the right words, smile, or gesture. It’s better to have her as your friend than your foe, for she’s pretty clever and perceptive in figuring out people’s strengths and weaknesses. 

Lady Anne (Boleyn) of Revaire (F) [Heterosexual]: Duty to her family has been ingrained into her, resulting in a marriage at a young age to an older man, which later left her a widow. She believes she has done her duty and this time, if she were to remarry, it will be for love or on her terms only. She’s bit of a romantic and has trouble containing her emotions--she is known for her temper. However, she loves learning new ideas, considers her education important, and is a well rounded and cultured young lady.  

Lady Jazlyn of Hise (F) [Pansexual]: Takes no prisoners and makes sure she is chummy with the wealthy or powerful people. Jazlyn doesn’t care for too many people, she is overly protective of her father, loathes her mother, and loves manipulating people to suit her needs. She has no qualms in killing someone to achieve her ends so she really doesn’t have a moral compass. However, make no mistake, she is compassionate towards those the few people she loves, like her father, and Gisette, her secret lover. She also is rather fond of Penelope because her innocence is regaling.

Lady Sakura of Jiyel (F) [Heterosexual]: Lover of medicine and poisons, Sakura is quite an interesting minor noble lady. Because of her low status, she has gotten away with learning some fighting techniques, battle strategy/warfare, and other less than ladylike skills. One reason for this is they have an avaricious neighbor who covets their land and since she is her parents’ only child, she is prepared for the worst and for leadership position in case they both perish. She is very temperamental (serious, you do not want to piss her off), can pack a good punch, and fights to protect those weaker or in need of help. Yet when she falls in love, she falls hard and if her heart is broken, it’s tough for her recover.

Countess Odette of Wellin (F) [Lesbian] She’s brash, tomboyish, quick to argue and speak, and has no trouble causing mischief or minor injuries to young nobles who want her hand in marriage--and the title of count. Odette loves to battle and use physical force to get herself out of trouble. She hates flowery speeches (makes her head hurt) and is bit of an alcoholic. But Odette is fiercely protective of her people and would do almost anything to make sure their safe and laws of her land are upheld. Besides that, she can bit quite immoral towards others depending on the circumstances. Whatever she does, she does for her or for her people, no matter what.  

Princess Leandra of Arland (F) [Demisexual Bisexual]: Sheltered, shy, and uncertain, Leandra has trouble coping with the burdens her family has placed upon her. She feels second best towards her sister and matters of the heart and the idea of rebellion are foreign to her. She is considerate and bends over backwards to help someone to the point of self-sacrificing. Yet Leandra yearns for freedom, to actually do things she enjoys or speak her mind, if only a little. Change scares her but also entices her greatly.  

Lady Morrigan of Revaire (F) [Heterosexual]: Married at a young age, Morrigan grew up fast and learned some more tricks at court and became skilled at persuasion and manipulation very early on. She can make you eat out of the palm of her hand and ask for more, if she felt like it. Morrigan gives off a very dominatrix vibe yet can adjust to certain people and interact with them differently. She’s chameleon and only a very few people know the real her. While she enjoys reading in-between the lines, she finds honesty and bluntness (even it’s rather rude or offensive) rather refreshing because too many don’t say what they mean or use false words to pretend they like someone they actually despise.  

Dragon Age

Una Surana (F) [Heterosexual]: With her magic, sword, and shield, Una packs quite a punch for being so petite and frail-looking (thanks to her albinism). She loves learning and often strives to be practical and decide vital matters from the head, instead by the heart but sometimes, it’s simply not possible for her so she combines both and still tries to be objective about the decision. Una has a fearsome fighting spirit that is relentless, fueled by her will to save her country, give mages more power and freedom, butcher as many darkspawn she can, and make Fereldan a better nation. Una also is fascinated with the Orzammar and wants to get involved more with dwarves.  

Lydia Tabris (F) [Bisexual]: Is comfortable with her sexuality so she can flirt like no one’s business but it’s more of part of her greeting style and how she interacts with them. It’s quite useful getting information or playing a certain distraction role. She use to be ireful and hateful towards all humans but has learned there are some decent humans in the world as well as shitty elves. But she can hold a grudge forever and may be will not kill someone for revenge but instead, cause the offender to feel guilty enough to pay the debt or do a favor or two for her. Yet her voice is like honey and knows how to make you feel right at home if she wants to.  

Boris Brosca (M) [Pansexual]: He may be short but oh boy oh boy, is he angry. Everyone is amazed how much loathing and rage is pent up inside of him. But whenever Boris remembers how to chill, he thinks about his sister--he’s fiercely devoted to her and wants only the best for her. When Boris isn’t furious at the world, he is surprisingly a good listener and picks up what people like and don’t like, allowing him to be an excellent gift giver or good shoulder to cry on or an ear to vent. And once someone earns his respect and trust, he’ll be loyal to them till the very end. 

Maude Aeducan (F) [Heterosexual]: Proud like her ancestors, Maude bows to no one, especially since she’s Queen of Orzammar. After losing Gorrim and her place in her family, Maude put a wall around her heart and refused to reveal any ounce of vulnerability, all the while honing her political cunning and plotting vengeance as she tried to determine her role with the Grey Wardens in hopes of starting anew with a better life, if possible. Eventually, once she learned to trust again, Maude becomes fiercely protective of those she cares about and will defend their honor or attack any miscreant that dares to insult or threaten them (she tends to forget sometimes her royal heritage is not known). Maude isn’t petty but she doesn’t forget a slight. She may forgive but never forget. 

Reva Cousland (F)[Heterosexual]: A compassionate, thoughtful, and adventurous woman, Reva can easily empathize with others and learn how to help them survive and overcome the pain they’re experiencing. She is a bit flirty and will pursue what she desires but as cliche as it sounds, has a heart of gold and is willing to assist others in need. She believes the strong should protect the weak, not belittle or take advantage of them. Reva doesn’t mind giving out second chances--mainly to those she fathoms have earned or deserved it for there are few people in Thedas she can never forgive or even want to offer a second chance to. She’s also the type of noble who would prefer to have people adore or love her, not fear her. 

Sardar Mahariel (M) [Heterosexual]: At first glance, it seems Sardar rarely cares about anything or taking responsibility because he’s quick with a jape or pun (seriously, the man will not stop telling puns) and rarely answers seriously. And yet, his main reason for doing this is distract himself all the shit in the world and from his past life, his homesickness for his clan, and other horrible entities from dragging him down and forcing him to succumb to the pressure and crack from it. Humor is both his coping and defense mechanism but Sardar also enjoys sharing his humor with others to get them to smile and laugh, even for a little bit.  

Xena Hawke (F) [Pansexual]: Between her sister being seized and forced into the Chantry, her brother dying, her mother dying, and Fenris leaving her for a point in time, Xena has serious abandonment issues. She drowns her pain in ale and whores while distracting herself by killing anyone who gets in her way. She can be brutal when dealing matters but can crack a dirty joke or two. Full of passion, she burns and falls in love hard so if she crashes and her breaks, it devastates her. But if the situation needs diplomacy (or at least no violence actions), Xena will do her utmost to try and reason with the opposing parties at hand.  

Aegnus Hawke (M) [Bisexual]: Typical Red Hawke. Constantly wrathful and fuels his rage into his fighting style and is more of a hit now, ask questions later kind of fellow. He is quick to judge and dole out punishment. You don’t want to get on his bad side for he’s a fuse and you don’t want to be nearby when he explodes. He loved his family so much that when each of them died or was forced from his arms (he almost killed a Templar when Bethany was taken away), his ire and bitterness increased. He’s into free love and takes pleasure when he can get it but finds bloodlust more gratifying than sex (unless he’s with Isabela).

Brynhild Hawke (F) [Heterosexual]: A true Purple Hawke. Brynhild hides her pain with jokes, impish grins, sarcasm (lots of sarcasm), and wit. It’s hard to tell whether or not she takes anything seriously with her laughing all her worries away. Her sarcasm can become dark and biting, lashing at those who pry into her affairs too much or severely hurt her and try to come back for more. She also takes pride in being a mage and isn’t shy to use magic or flaunt. She is curious about blood magic but knows it’s a dangerous tool that can corrupt a mage almost instantly so she only reads accounts of blood magic, for the sake of magic and fascination.

Kai Cadash (M) [Gay]: Lazy, oh so extremely lazy and doesn’t like making decisions--takes up too much time, thinking, and anything else he’d rather be doing. Kai loves sleeping in (despises mornings with an extreme passion), making forts, goofying around, and singing songs, especially good ole dwarven ballads, straight from Orzammar! Even though he was a smuggler in the Carta, Kai didn’t care much for violence and tried finding a way to eventually get out of the group he disliked so much. Hence, he tries to be more diplomatic (when it’s not too much of a bother) but his methods can be quite unconventional.

Morana Adaar (F) [Bisexual]: If you try to put her in chains or lock her up, she will butcher you with her bare hands, no magic required. If though she never experienced life as a mage under the Qun, Morana still values her freedom and independence and will battle bloody to defend that and the same right for others, regardless of their race or standing. She’s amusing, insightful, practical, is there to support her friends, advisers, or any member of the Inquisition, and is never one to shy away from her affections. However, she is also the type to electrocute you with a grim smile on her face, wiping you from existence. She doesn’t get mad, she gets even--in ways you won’t expect from someone like her.

Mass Effect

Ivy Shepard (F) [Heterosexual]: A true Paragon, through and through. She has a motherly nature and always looking out for her crew. If there is time to relax, she’ll take advantage the chance and make every second count. However, just because Ivy seeks for diplomatic situations or doesn’t shoot her way through her problems doesn’t mean she isn’t a force to reckon with. She delivers the most terrifying glower and can silence anyone with a simple, intimidating stare. And then turn around and give a genuine smile and pat on the back to her friends for a job well done.  

Ivanhoe “Ivan” Shepard (M) [Heterosexual]: Very pro-human, ruthless, a full-on Renegade, and will happily use his Specter status to advance his cause and has no qualms in working with Ceberus in the beginning (understood and believed in parts of their causes but never liked working for the Illusive Man) and eventually rebelled against everything Cerberus stood for. He might be very pro human and let the Council die when he saw a chance for a full human council members but he just thinks Cerberus crossed the line with many of their experiments and shadowy dealings. Additionally, Ivanhoe will punch anyone who makes fun of his name (better just call him “Ivan”), he’s a loose canon, full of vigor, and ready to stomp out those who threaten him, his crew, and ship.

Izzy Shepard (F) [Heterosexual]: Swears like a sailor and drinks like one, Izzy is a bomshell, relishing in the thrill of combat and cleaning her opponents’ clock with bullets or nice sock in the jaw. Domination is her middle name and some of her foes have the habit of running away when they hear she’s near because if she’s feeling benevolent enough to take prisoners, her questioning methods are not a piece of cake. Relentless and determined, Izzy does what she can to get the job done but despite her reputation, she won’t go on a killing spree or endanger lives for the sake of a mission. In fact, her past heroic acts have helped her trying to stop and plan her actions for the long-term and deal with making practical, sound decisions for the good of all--even if she’d rather punch the person and be done with it, reasonable be damned. Compared to Ivanhoe and Ivy, Izzy is the most flirtatious one and can be bit of tease.  

Kyle Shepard (M)[Heterosexual/Asexual/Bi-curious]: Despite his protests or denials, this man is a bloody saint. Kindness radiates from him and he can make anyone feel safe under his care due to his warm, understanding eyes and gentle voice. Kyle is a tranquil man but will be one of the first to defend his friends and family if danger approaches. He’s also a bit self-deprecating, loves a good joke or pun, and is there to help someone out in need. Kyle also loves learning about other races’ culture and is a big fan of quarian music.   

Fallout

Courier Natia Yilmaz (F)[Heterosexual but could lean towards Bisexual or Pansexaul]: Former New Vegas singer turned courier, Natia is a pragmatic, charismatic woman who decided to dedicate her life to assist and save others, especially the less unfortunate. She is a generous, compassionate soul who loves to learn and doesn’t shun or turn anyone away, regardless of they’re human, ghoul, robot, etc. If you need someone to trust with a secret or going through some rough patches and need someone to confide to, Natia is your gal. Additionally, she’s amazing singer who still senses the call and lure of music and can’t resist singing a tune every now and then. 

Sole Survivor Min-Ju Zhou (F)[Undecided]: Min-Ju (“Min” to those close to her and only her late husband was allowed to call her “Min-Min”) is temperamental, a bit of a hothead, and can hold a fire of rage or hatred burning inside her for days, weeks, or months even, depending on what caused her to be so wrathful in the first place. She is the type to shoot first, and maybe ask questions later. It’s hard to calm her down once she’s furious or feeling moody but chocolate or beer are good bribes, if you have some on hand. Dogs and cats are probably one of the very few creatures that are safe from Min whenever she goes on a rampage to find her son or take revenge on those who kidnapped him from her.   

RPs (Goetterdaemmerung, ME: A Creature Without Fear)

Delyth Toirrell nee Crewe (F) [Heterosexual]:  A woman who has both seen and done much, Delyth was once a wife, and mother of nine children. Despite losing all that in a single night, she still has a motherly air about her, even though she tries to suppress and erase all emotions. She is serene, collected, perceptive but if one looks deep and hard enough, they’ll realize an aura of forlornness surrounds her, accompanied by icy fury and an iron will and appetite to protect her country and right the wrongs against her family.

Judith Jokinen (F) [Pansexual]: A smuggler and woman of many desires, Judith is the type who, once she sets her mind on something (or someone), she’ll go after it, no matter what. She isn’t afraid of obtaining what she wants; the hunt of this love game thrills her. She pursues passion to its fullest and loves experimenting—especially in sex. Her nature is bold, blunt, and flirtatious, and she reeks of confidence, so much so that it’s daunting and intimidating to others. However, she has a nasty sadistic steak in her, an imprint left on her turbulent childhood and the beginning stages of her adult life.

Savitr Noaldis (M) [Bisexual]: Witty, flirtatious, and utterly shameless, Savitr makes his attraction to others known and isn’t shy to show off his sexuality or skin, despite being a drell. While being a successful businessman and lover, he also is a free-lanced hacker whose skills are practically legendary—a talent he honed ever since he was in the foster system. Yet coldness and cruelty become one within him if anyone where to ever harm someone close to him (usually it’s just Judith) or betray his trust.

Bryn Whelan (F) [Heterosexual but might shift towards Bisexual or Pansexual]: Bryn has had a rough childhood and adult life, with one of her more positive moments of being in the Alliance Black Ops. But she lost her mother and older brother to the Repears when she was two and then twenty years later, when she was on vacation and visiting her family, slavers came to her home planet. Her father was shot down in front of her eyes and soon after, Bryn ended up witnessing her sister’s suicide during their first day being under the slavers’ captivity. This experience only harden her already hard heart and darkened her mind, immediately setting her on a course for vengeance and ready to shun additional attachments that might distract her from her goal. But despite that attempt, Bryn does secretly long for companionship and friendships, for she experienced very little of that when she was a child and only has some Black-Ops members as true friends. In addition, when Bryn is angry, her rage is like water, smooth, furtive, but completely crushing. If you go against her, be ready to avoid any deadly sniper assailments. 

Dagnes Radraste (M) [Straight/Asexual]: Full name: Dagnes Ilkar Talholaan Idres Michorex Radraste. Radraste is a very professional, strict, and cordial salarian and never much of a rule-breaker; he practically lives by the rules set by the establishment. If there not supposed to be rules (like in the case for the Spectres) and it’s for a good reason, then he obeys that lack of rules as well. . By nature, he is also quite nosy but is furtive about it. He loves delving into other people’s secrets and gaining any information that will be useful to him and his employers. Also not a fan of violence and will look for ways to settle a matter peacefully and diplomatically. 

Farion Vandrium (M) [Heterosexual]: Cocky and forthright, Farion is your typical alpha male. When he knows he’s the strongest or cleverest in the room, he’ll make everyone else knows it and respects him. He’s a daring character, unable to resist a challenge (backing down from one isn’t an option) until he wins. Many of his kind would call Farion a “bad turian” because of his rebellious nature and disregard for discipline and the rules. He hates succumbing to authority and does what he can to mock it; he has no wish to be under someone’s rule for long. His wild personality leaves him to be a difficult person to control and tame, very few can constrain him and predict his volatile moods. Yet Farion almost enjoys being the black sheep in his family because he does what he wants and what pleases him. Authority can kiss his ass.

Aqil’Osher vas Cerberus (M) [Gay]: A courteous and amicable quarian, Aqil never forgets his manners, whether he is with a stranger and or a dear friend, being polite is simply in his nature. He is easy to get along with and as a gentle, fair, and balanced nature, for he refuses to let negative emotions cloud his actions or decrease his manners or behaviors. He is a fan of traditional and enjoys looking back in time to study and learn from the past. To him, one can always understand a thing or two from tradition and past ideas and technology, even if they are considered, dead, obsolete, or no longer relevant for the future. Family and loyalty are two important values to him, ones he will fiercely and unyieldingly protect, no matter what. 

[atalentea]

Dragon Age Questions

01) favorite game of the series? This is actually a tough question! Both in terms of game play and story, DA2 is the most fun for me to play, and probably the one I have played the most. However, DAO and DAI have my favorite OCs, and are the ones I spend the most time on when I play.

02) how did you discover Dragon Age? I played Mass Effect on a whim after seeing it on tumblr once, which led me to all the other Bioware games!

03) how many times you’ve played the games? DA:O – 6 times, every Origin except for city elf. DA2: – Approximately 10 times DA:I – 5 times, with 1 or 2 aborted play throughs

04) favorite race to play as? Oh man, I don’t even have a favorite. As long as I have a story that resonates with me, I truly enjoy playing. The only race I haven’t played is a dwarf in DAI.  

05) favorite class? Sword and shield warrior in DAO and DAI, and a rogue in DA2.

06) do you play through the games differently or do you make the same decisions each time. It really depends. The only choices I change are role playing decisions in DAO, based on the story that my OC has going on. For example, conversation decisions about the Chantry, racial issues, or attitude. Actual story decisions rarely change in that game. In DA2, I almost always support the mages, but the degree to which I do so changes based on the character. Only once did my character change at the end and support the templars due to the death of her mother at the hand of the blood mage. DAI is where I change the most based on my character’s goals, which is likely because you can do so without being an evil bastard.

07) go-to adventuring group? DAO: Morrigan, Leliana, and Oghren/Zevran. The sass group!

DA2: This usually depends on my character, but usually Merrill, Fenris, and Varric.

DA:I: This is probably the game where I change the most based on who is best for the quest. Usually my romance, Cassandra/Blackwall, and Sera.

08) which of your characters did you put the most thought into? Definitely Lydia Cousland. Her story just came to me so quickly, and I just couldn’t stop writing. Whenever I want to pick up the game, I can jump into her story and just feel right at home.

09) favorite romance? I really have one per game, I couldn’t choose between them. Leliana is such a beautiful romance with fantastic pay off and just relevant enough to the story to keep you thinking about it the whole game long. Fenris from DA2 narrowly beats out Isabela, but I love them both for the same reason. The way that they change over the course of the game, and how devoted they get to you by the end is truly romantic. In DAI, I suppose it would have to be Solas. Sera’s was a BLAST, but Solas beats her out because I love heartbreak.

10) have you read any of the comics/books? I’ve read some of them, and I’m actually getting into them more now. They are rather simple, but I love the way they open up new stories and avenues for your characters behind the scenes.

11) if you read them, which was your favorite book? The Masked Empire. I love Celene and Briala so damn much.

12) favorite DLCs? Oh man, that’s tough. Probably Jaws of Hakkon and Trespasser.

13) things that annoy you? I don’t believe these games are perfect in any way, but the things I often see people complaining  about are things that I acknowledge but they don’t actively bother me. The most frustrating things for me are the ‘‘subverting’‘ of stereotypes by making butch-coded characters straight, the dearth of gay male options, the lack of dwarven lore related to the end-games, some of the racial coding, and probably the way people treat DA2.

14) Orlais or Ferelden? Depends! I love how different they attempted to make the human civilizations, and I hope you can eventually make characters who are from different countries as well as different races.

15) Templars or Mages? I can truly appreciate the way the games went back and tried to make us understand the hardships of the templars, so much so that I actually made a templar character. However, no matter how much they try to make the situations equal, they just aren’t. Mages.

16) if you have multiple characters, are they in different/parallel universes or in the same one? Separate! Definitely. I cannot possibly play in a world knowing one of my own is out there somewhere but I can’t see them.

17) what did you name your pets? (mabari, summoned animals, mounts, etc) So many names... Ragnor and Crixus are my favorites though!

18) have you installed any mods? Only recently have I started using mods, and as much as they have helped me make my vision for my characters truly come to life, I could get rid of them in a second. They are helpful, but they aren’t necessary to my enjoyment.

19) did your Warden want to become a Grey Warden? Clarissa Surana did, as well as Nadia Brosca.

Lydia Cousland only did it originally for revenge on Arl Howe, M Aeducan did it to get back to his homeland one day, and Marika Mahariel wanted to survive.

20) Hawke’s personality? I generally play as a purple Hawke, because it is such a unique experience to DA2. I can play a Blue or Red character in the other games no problem, so why would I miss out on a chance to be so much fun! A couple of my boys are Red, but my rogue ladies are all Purple.

21) did you make matching armor for your companions in Inquisition? NOT

22) if your character(s) could go back in time to change one thing, what would they change? Lydia Cousland is confident she did everything she could in her life, but if there was any way AT ALL she could have saved her family, she would have done it.

Adrian Hawke would have never gone into the Deep Roads.

Lanaya Lavellan is feeling very guilty that she hasn’t stood up for her people, instead playing at war with the nations of Thedas, but that’s all going to change.

23) do you have any headcanons about your character(s) that go against canon? All the time!

Lydia Cousland is a widow. Clarissa Surana is originally a Dalish elf whose mother ran away from the clan with a human man who had been turned into a werewolf.

Arden got her tattoo after she was caught stealing in Lothering as a teenager. Her and Isabela stay together after the events of the game, and it is Arden who leaves Isabela in the dead of night on her ship to go to Skyhold. Isabela is PISSED.

Nala Adaar was raised in a remote human town and educated there. Even Trevelyan was a templar at the Conclave. Mira Trevelya was an active member of the Mage rebellion, and went to the Conclave as a spy for the mages.

24) are any of your character(s) based on someone? I start all my characters based on characters that already exist, before I flesh them out. I am not quite that creative to come up with characters from scratch. Lydia is based on the character from Shadowhunters, Adrian Hawke is based on Agron from Spartacus, Lanaya Lavellan is based on Lanaya from the Dalish camp in DAO, and so on.

25) who did you leave in the Fade? This changes all the time. I tend to leave Hawke in the fade if I feel like he or she has a strong tie to the guilt they feel about Corypheus being alive, or let Stroud die if my Inquisitor needs the Wardens to be redeemed in their eyes, as I don’t really like to banish them.

26) favorite mount? I rarely use horses, but I’m using one of the big creatures with antlers right now, and it’s pretty fucking cool. Just wish it was faster!