#zea laidir

[heroofshield]

Zea can hold her own on the dance floor if it's basic. She's not going to be able to wow anyone, but if whomever is leading is decent enough she can follow and not step on their toes. Even better if they practice ahead of time.

how well can your rook dance?

[call-me-oluss]

WiP 🧚🏼‍♀️

[tehloserprince]

So happy I acquired a PS5 in December and another copy of Veilguard so I can have nicer screenshots of Rook x Harding. A crumb of serotonin in these troubling times.

Some of my Threads DA fam has been posting here on Tumblr too, soooo. Hi 🧡

[heroofshield]

one member of your ship asking the other to dance with them.

part three! You can read part one here and part two here. Also first prompt of Year of the OTP ("may I have this dance")!

@anderfels @vorchagirl @schoute

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The party at the Dellamorte estate utilized the spacious courtyard and gardens. For once the weather was in their favor, the summer night kept balmy with a slight breeze and the stars winking overhead. The sounds of music wafted across the space as couples danced and Zea wandered away from where everyone was gathered, needing a moment to herself.

True to Emmrich's earlier promise, so many people had wanted to speak with her that she hadn't been asked to dance yet. Most had questions about what it was like with the Lords of Fortune; wanting to know stories of memorable adventures or fights in the Hall of Valor, or to propose excursions into the warehouses of the city to see what the Antaam might have left behind.

She made sure not to make any hard promises, saying that Isabela needed to be consulted before any plans could be made if the Crows truly wanted the Lords's help and that Maeve and the Shadow Dragons needed her help with rebuilding Minrathous.

"There you are darling!"

Zea turned around to see Emmrich in his Mournwatch finest approaching her. "I...just needed a moment to myself. Sometimes things still get...a bit much."

Emmrich frowned, wondering if it was too soon after everything for them to be out and about. "I can ask Lucanis if we can use a room inside the house if you need it, Zea."

"No, but thank you." Zea shook her head as she turned back towards the canal, where gondola's idly sailed past, realizing that Emmrich had used her first name instead of his usual superlatives. "Having you near helps."

"Anything for you, dearest. You know that." Emmrich closed the short distance between them and wrapped an arm around her waist before pressing a gentle kiss on the top of her head.

Zea leaned into Emmrich's embrace as he lead them towards a bench by the riverbank and felt herself relax as they sat down, not sure how long they sat together, wrapped around each other and watching the water.

"I was thinking when things are settled a bit more I could take you to my estate in the country." Emmrich said eventually, breaking the silence that had comfortingly wrapped around them.

"Oh?"

"Yes, it's not huge like this but it's big enough to warrant staff and a housekeeper. Plus I know that you'd enjoy the gardens there. Besides, I think we're overdue for some solitude."

Zea gazed up to look at Emmrich while smiling, "I'd like that."

"Wonderful." Emmrich glanced over when he heard the music change. "Ah, there it is." Letting go of Zea, he stood while turning to face her and gave a slight bow while extending his hand. "Serra, would you honor me with a dance?"

Zea felt her cheeks heat up with a mild blush, knowing that Emmrich was just being his normal self but enjoyed the formality of it all. "I'd love to." she replied, setting her hand in his and letting him lead her to towards the dance floor. As they neared, she realized why the music seemed familiar. "We danced to this in the Lighthouse."

"We did. I thought it'd be the easiest since it would be familiar." Emmrich put his other hand on Zea's waist as she put hers on his shoulder, pausing for a moment before starting to dance.

"You spoil me." Zea said as they glided around the dance floor, feeling like she was walking on air with Emmrich guiding her.

"You deserve it, my darling." Emmrich paused in-sync with everyone on the dance floor and slowly dipped Zea, letting the romance of the moment take over. "I would bring down the moons for you if you asked it of me."

[sympateawithsugar]

Huh.

[hustlemeanokay]

Zea Laidir . Arlathan Forest . Dragon Age Veilguard

[heroofshield]

@anderfels

Rook Questionnaire

inspired by @cassieuncaged's BG3 Character Development Questions but for Rook instead!

1: Where in the Thedas is your Rook from?

2: What is your character's alignment?

3: Race and subclass?

4: If your Rook was a companion, where would they be found?

5: What emotion did they usually pick?

6: What companion are you platonically close with?

7: Romantically close with?

8: Who are they suspicious of?

9: Does your Rook get along with their chosen Faction?

10: Are they proficient in playing any instruments?

11: Weapon of choice?

12: What is their orientation?

13: What are their thoughts on killing? Is it a necessary evil or do they enjoy it?

14: What hobbies does your Rook have?

15: What NPCs do they like? Which one's do they dislike?

16: Do they have a favorite creature in the Thedas?

17: Do they enjoy life as an adventurer?

18: What would your Rook be doing if they weren't recruited by Varric?

19: How do you think they'll meet their end?

20: Would they side with Solas or fight him?

21: What is your Rook's favorite ability?

22: What languages is your character fluent in?

23: What do they do after an absolute crisis?

24: Does your character believe in the afterlife?

25: What specialization best represents your Rook?

26: What animal best represents your Rook?

27: What was their life like before the events of Veilguard?

28: Is your character the de facto leader of the party? Or do they consider someone else to be the leader?

29: If you could choose a different faction for your Rook, which one would they have joined and why?

30: What's your favorite thing about your Rook?

[himbopunk]

rook / dragon age oc playlists

best piece on the board

hakim laidir (they/he) elf, rogue, lord of fortune vibes: causing trouble, feeling yourself, also kind of doomed by the narrative a bit

the case of the demon and the thief

neve/lucanis/hakim throuple ship vibes: yearning & desire, apprehension & frustration, letting yourself feel

the llomerryn contract

illario/hakim (what could have been, what never will) vibes: just generally messy. past passion, regret/resentment, possessiveness/jealousy, hint of yearning

flock together

kalais de riva (they/them) qunari, warrior, antivan crow vibes: determined despite it all, touched with grief

shades of grey

iktom thorne (he/him) qunari, warrior, grey warden vibes: grief and rage, redemption, reclaiming love and facing fate

everyone loves an underdog

zea mercar (she/her) dwarf, rogue, shadow dragon vibes: everything's fucked so burn it down and dig up the foundations, maybe fall in love along the way

one for sorrow, two for joy

nico de riva (they/she/he) elf, mage, antivan crow vibes: theatrical, morbid, weird little freak, also kinda doomed by the narrative a bit

(i'll add more of these as i make others. cuz inevitably i will lmao)

[prettyandsarcastic]

Loook at my girl. I love her so much.

Zea Laidir, Rook, Lord of Fortune

[spacialpotatoe]

Just wanted to take a sec to appreciate my Rook, Zea Laidir 😌

[heroofshield]

@anderfels

Zea Laidir might be short, but she makes up for it in sass. Some might say that she's *too* caviler about things, but it's just her way of coping. When Varric hears the first dry-wit reply out of her mouth he thinks of another mage with red hair and wit almost as fast as his own that he knew all those years ago. It fills him with a bittersweet warmth so when she gets in trouble with the Riviani nobility, he's determined not to let them railroad her like the Kirkwall nobles almost did with Hawke when it came to light that she let Anders live.

She sounds so amazing! I love that Varric looks out for her.

[call-me-oluss]

Cozy night

[tehloserprince]

Potato quality screenshots, but whatever.

It's a shame we can't fully play matchmaker for companions in Veilguard. I feel like there's some real opportunity for Taash x Bellara. Idk they just make more sense to me than Taash x Harding (although my Rook romanced Harding, so moot point for me).

Hear me out.

Both lost someone important to them (brother, mother).

One loves the treasure in the ruins, the other loves the history and science aspect.

One could grab hold of the other when they inevitably almost walk off a cliff because they're too distracted reading a new scroll or tablet they found.

I'm just saying.

Bonus:

"Your form is sloppy, bend your legs."

[heroofshield]

getting dressed up in fancy outfits together.

part two of prompts that have become connected. Here's part one and part three.

also we were robbed of a fancy dress party at the Dellamorte estate

@anderfels @vorchagirl

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The invitation to the party at the Dellamorte Estate said that the party was to celebrate Lucanis becoming First Talon, but they all knew that it was also to celebrate the downfall of the gods and saving Thedas.

Nothing said 'we survived certain destruction' like throwing a fancy dress party.

Zea had never been to such an event, but knew that there'd be dancing. Unfortunately, the few steps that Bellara had tried to teach her had only resulted in tripping over each other and giggling more than anything.

"I wonder if I can fake an illness and get out of going." she wondered while sitting on her bed, staring at the dress Teia had helped her pick out ("You can dance and easily fight in it if needed!") while idly picking at the sheet with her fingers. "That way I won't embarrass myself in front of everyone."

"Darling, would you mind terribly if you help with these cufflinks?" Emmrich walked into Zea's chamber, trying to work a cufflink into the shirtsleeve and not quite being able to. "I'd ask Manfred but he's-" he cut off when he saw Zea sitting on the bed in a white shift with a hoop skirt attached to her waist, the gold and glittery dress still hanging up. "You're not dressed yet?"

"Hmm?" Zea tore herself out of her thoughts to turn and face Emmrich. "I'm...not feeling well."

Emmrich frowned, putting the cuff links in his waistcoat pocket before striding across the short distance to where she was. Gently pressing the back of his hand to her forehead, he was silent for a moment before saying, "You don't feel warm."

Zea briefly considered trying a different lie, but knew he'd only call for Neve or Bellara to double-check and she didn't want to involve them in her deception. "I...don't really want to go."

"Why not, my dear?" Emmrich asked, sitting down next to Zea on the bed, getting ready for the party put to the back of his mind. "You were looking forwards to it a few days ago."

"That's before I realized there would be dancing. You saw me with Bellara that one time. I was only able to do it with you because...it's you." Zea avoided Emmrich's gaze and scuffed her toes against the stone floor. "I...just don't want to ruin this for Lucanis. It's as much his night as well."

"Zea." Emmrich gently tipped her chin up with a finger so she'd have to look at him. "You won't ruin it, I promise. I've been to these things before and trust me, you might so busy talking to all the well-wishers that you'll forget to dance."

"And if someone does ask me?"

"Then I'll step in and whisk you away to a balcony." Emmrich felt the familiar butterflies in his stomach when a slight smile appeared on her face.

"I'll hold you to that. Now let me help you with those cuff links." Zea held out her palm and Emmrich fished them out of his pocket, inwardly glad that he'd been able to change her mind.

"Now in the interest of time, do you need help with yours?" Emmrich replied once his cuff links were on and sleeves adjusted so that they hung just so.

Zea shook her head, "Luckily I can get it on myself and it buttons up the front. But I appreciate the offer." she gave Emmrich a quick kiss on the cheek. "I'll be ready to go in no time."

"I'll leave you to it then."

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Half an hour later Emmrich is standing by the Eluvian with Lucanis, Taash, and Davrin, wondering how much longer the rest were going to be. "The party started ten minutes ago." he thought while smoothing down his jacket for what seemed like the thousandth time.

"Sorry! There was a minor dress emergency!" Bellara exclaimed as her, Neve, and Zea all appeared in the doorway. "But we got it figured out!"

As they neared, Emmrich was aware of Bellara and Neve talking but the words didn't process as he was busy staring at Zea. The gown fit her perfectly; the gold fabric shining brightly against her amber skin, hugging her waist and then expanding over the hoop skirt. Her hair sparkled as it caught the light from the Eluvian and he saw silver hairpieces with jewels dangling from them wound around strands of hair, so that whenever she turned they caught the available light. The rest of her jewelry was gold studded with jewels and as she stopped near him, he saw multiple thin rings on all her fingers. "Almost like she's mirrored my own."

Only when Zea stared at him did he realize that she had said something and was waiting for an answer. Letting out an embarrassed cough, he said, "Sorry dearest, I was...distracted."

Zea smiled at the faint blush appearing on Emmrich's face, holding out an elbow for him to take, "I'm glad that I can still distract you. Shall we?"

[heroofshield]

Zea has passable cooking skills. She knows how to handle a knife/make uniform cuts and can boil a mean pot of water ^-^

Jokes aside she can make something that Lucanis would call 'decent' but before he joined the squad they either hopped over to Minrathous for fried fish or did a 'girl dinner' where it was more often than not something she could throw together and everyone eat in their rooms (think like french fries/tater tots and nothing else for dinner).

Then when at the Treviso market one trip she met a talented de Riva who decided that she needed cooking lessons to impress the person she was buying spices for and helped her with her cookery ;)

harding's cooking this, lucanis and bellara's cooking that... how is your rook's cooking?

[sympateawithsugar]

Rook: "I think I've finally snapped."