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OC interview: Elluin Lavellan

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Let us imagine this is an interview for the curious citizens of Thedas who want to know more about the Inquisitor. It takes place a few months after their arrival to Skyhold.

Introduction

Can you introduce yourself?

"Of course. I am Elluin of the clan Lavellan. I am currently the leader of the Inquisition.”

What is your gender identity, orientation, and relationship status?

"That's a bit too personal, isn't it? Why do people in Thedas care if I am with someone?" She sighs. "I am a woman, and my sexual orientation and relationship status are my business, and I want you to respect that. (She's a taken bisexual xD)”

Where and when were you born?

"I was born 37 years ago in the Free Marches. I don't know the exact place, but I was born in Clan Lavellan and that's all that matters to me."

What is your weapon of choice and fighting style?

"Until a few months ago I would have refused to answer that question, but it seems I am in a place of power that makes people forget I am  a ‘dangerous mage’. My weapon is my fire and my fighting style is....me to be extremely careful not to die and avoid any fight if possible. If not, I prefer to stay away from my enemies. But since that does not work so well these days, I'm training to become a Knight Enchanter and not be afraid of my enemies anymore. It's going to take a while, but I am trying.”

And finally, are you happy?

She shrugs. "Are any of us really happy? I do not think I have a choice but to think I am happy. Even if sometimes I am not."

Family and friends

What is your family like? What is your relationship like with them?

 "My idea of family is different from what everyone thinks. The members of Clan Lavellan are my family, but so are some other people I have met over the years. Since I rarely stay in one place, my family is getting bigger. I get along well with them, so I call them family."

Have you ever run away from home?

She grins. "I think I am running away from home right now. I left home when I was nineteen, and I am still on the move."

"Would you want to get married or have children?

"I can barely take care of myself, I do not think I am cut out to be a parent, but... A family sounds good. Maybe? I do not know yet. Ask me again when I am done being the leader of a rogue religious organisation, and maybe I'll have a better answer.”

Do you secretly hate any of your friends?

“No. If I hate someone, I will let them know. I will never swallow my words just to make someone feel comfortable around me. If I hate you, you'll be the first to know.”

What friend knows everything about you?

“No one. My secrets are mine, and I like to keep my secrets. I did not survive for 36 years by giving away my thoughts like they were apples to be  shared. There are a few people in my life who know more than others, but... some things are better left unsaid.”

Asked by fans

Can you read and write? Did you go to school?

"Yes. I didn’t  to one of your schools, but I was lucky enough to be raised by brilliant people who wanted to share their brilliance with me." She scoffs. "I tried to get into your university, but I was rejected before I could open my mouth. All because of my ears."

The scariest prediction you made that later came true?

"I don’t like to think about bad things. I try to keep a positive attitude and only think about happy things." She laughs. "Reality does not need my lame imagination to surprise me with scary situations. Never in a million years would I have imagined that my l would be forced to be a responsible leader and save the world.”

What is something you embarrassingly realised too late?

"Hmmmm. The painful truth that I do not know as much about the world and its people as I thought I did. I was sure I was wise and smart, but... in the few months I have been here, I have been shown that I am just an ignorant child."

Do you have mental or physical problems?

“If so, why do you think I will share them with you? Remember when I said I like to keep my secrets? Well, this is one secret I do not want you to know.”

What's your main goal right now?

“Oh, nothing big. Survival. And keeping Thedas whole while I do.”

Choices

Drink or eat?

“To survive, I need both. Why should I choose?”

Cats or dogs?

"Yes!" she grins. "I love animals and I want them all. No matter what."

Optimist or pessimist?

“I like to think of myself as an optimist. Or at least I try to be. I can be a scary pessimist and I do not want to scare my friends.”

Sassy or sarcastic?

“None, if I have a choice. I reserve my sarcasm for those who annoy me.”

HAVE YOU EVER:

Been caught sneaking out?

“Yes. Even now I am watched by many eyes and I try to escape every night. Unfortunately, I cannot escape the watchful eyes of my dear advisors.”

Broken a bone?

“Yes. Many times. That's one of the hazards of being on the road all the time.”

Did you get flowers?

“Yes! I love flowers and when I get them I am very happy. Now almost every day I get a flower from... " she stops and grins. "Do not you want to know from whom? That's another secret of mine."

Ghosting someone?

She blinks and tilts her head to the right like a confused dog. "Ghosted? How can I do that if I am not dead?"

You pretended to laugh at a joke you did not get?

“I rarely do, because I like jokes and I like to laugh at them. I do brag a bit, but I rarely miss the point of a joke."

If you’re wondering why she is using so little contractions even if she uses a lot of them in my fic, is because she is in an official position, talking as the Inquisitor and she is trying to sound smart. 

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