Dragon Age Lorecast

Get to Know Shelby and Austin who will be hosting and guiding you through the show. We will talk about why we love Dragon Age, what hooked us into the series, and some of our favorite games and characters. Make sure to follow us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Want to suggest a side character? Email us at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member! https://robotsradio.net/rocket-club/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Dragon Age: Origins, we are thrown into the world of Thedas and introduced to the Chantry and the Maker. Most of the humans throughout Thedas worship the Maker and participate in the Chantry, even marginally. Most of Thedas's nations proclaim official allegiance to the religion as well. But who IS the Maker? What did He do exactly? Why did He create humans? Did He create other races too? Or did Andraste just make him up? We unpack these questions and more in this episode. We also talk about a multitude of fan theories about the Maker and discover who Divine Justinia I is and was. Make sure to sign up to join us ON THE SHOW by becoming one of our Tier 3 Patrons and joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our new The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: https://dragonage.fandom.com/wiki/Codex_entry:_The_Maker https://dragonage.fandom.com/wiki/Maker https://dragonage.fandom.com/wiki/Codex_entry:_The_Maker%27s_First_Children The World of Thedas, Vol. I The World of Thedas, Vol. 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Austin and Shelby unpack the religious beliefs of the elves of Thedas. Throughout all three Dragon Age games, we see, hear, and experience a variety of religious beliefs from the elves of Thedas. Some elves are Andrastian. Others, such as the Dalish, honor one specific Elven god above all the others. But what did the ancient elves believe in? We'll take a deep dive on both ancient and modern Elven beliefs. We'll look at the ancient Elven pantheon, also called the Evanuris, including gods you're probably pretty familiar with like Mythal and Fen'Harel. We'll also get into some elven gods you've probably never heard of, like Elgar'nan, June, and Andruil. If you enjoy the episode, please make sure to like, subscribe, and review. You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Sources: Codex: Veilfire Runes in the Deep Roads (DAI) Torn Notebook in the Deep Roads, Section I (DAI) Dirthamen: Keeper of Secrets Ghilan'nain: Mother of the Halla Elven God Andruil Sylaise: The Hearthkeeper Elgar'nan: God of Vengeance June: God of the Craft Fen'Harel: The Dread Wolf Geldauran's Claim Mythal: The Great Protector Falon'Din: Friend of the Dead, the Guide The World of Thedas, Volume I, pages 33, 120, 121, 174, The Masked Empire by Patrick Weekes Quests: "Shallow Breaths" "The Lost Temple of Dirthamen" "What Pride Had Wrought" conversation with Solas Ameridan's Shrine to Ghilan'nain and Andraste in Razikale's Reach in the Frostback Basin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Austin and Shelby dive deep into Andraste, her story and what we know about the focus of the Chantry's belief system. If you enjoy our podcast please like, subscribe and review the podcast. Sources: A World of Thedas Dragon Age WIki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Shelby and Austin dig into the history of Thedas' pointy ear residents.--perhaps the first residents on the continent. Throughout all three Dragon Age games, we uncover more and more history from the elven past. We even get to spend time in the Dales--the second elven homeland--in Dragon Age Inquisition. But what is the full history of the elven people? How did they go from one, united, virtually immortal people to the fractured, vastly different groups of city elves and Dalish that exist today? We'll take a deep dive into these questions and more as we discuss elven history. We cover the rise and fall of Arlathan to the elves in the Dales to modern elves. If you enjoyed this episode and our show in general, we'd love it if you could like, subscribe, and review our podcast. You can find us on Twitter @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member! https://robotsradio.net/rocket-club/ Robots Radio Discord: https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Sources: Codex Entries: Torn Notebook in the Deep Roads, Section 2 (DAI) Arlathan, part one (DA2) Arlathan, part two (DA2) The Dales (DAO) Letters from the Past (DAO) The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pg. 12, 42, The World of Thedas, vol. 2, pg. 22 The Masked Empire by Patrick Weekes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby take a deeper look at the Old Gods, the rise and fall of the worship of the Old Gods, and how they are connected to the Blight and the darkspawn. Questions about this topic abound: Can we trust what the Chantry says about the creation of the Blight and darkspawn? On the other hand, can we trust Tevinter's view of the Old Gods? And can we even trust what Corypheus and the Architect have to say about these topics? We (attempt) to answer these questions and more. Join us as we begin to discuss the Old Gods, the Blight, and the darkspawn. If you enjoyed this episode and our show in general, we'd love it if you shared, subscribed, and reviewed our podcast. You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. You can email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Sources: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages 27, 28, 65-66, 70, 83-85, 122, 147, 155, 15-158 Dragon Age Wiki, Corypheus Codex Entries: The Grey Wardens; The First Blight: Chapter Four; The Old Gods; Dumat: The Dragon of Silence; Corypheus; Regarding the Calling; Last Flight by Liane Merciel The Calling by David Gaider Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode, we’re looking at the oldest human nation in Thedas--Tevinter. Throughout all three games, the infamous country of Tevinter and its citizens are often looked at with skepticism, fear, and are even made out to be the boogeyman. But what is Tevinter really like? Are they really as evil as the Chantry says? And how did they even become such a powerful empire? We’ll explore these questions and more in this week’s episode. If you enjoyed this episode and our show in general, we’d love it if you shared, subscribed, and reviewed our show.  You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Sources: The World of Thedas, vol.1, pages 1, 12, 13, 15, 21-22, 25-26, 79, 176 Codex: The Lost City of Barindur The Archons of the Imperium Comics: Those Who Speak Until We Sleep Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Austin and Shelby unpack and discuss the history of the Orlesian Empire. They discuss the founding, unification, and ancient history, as well as modern history. From the early days of Dragon Age: Origins, we hear about those pesky Orlesians, and how much the Fereldans hate Orlais. But how much does this conflict between the countries impact Orlais? And what is Orlesian culture really like? And for the love of the Maker, what is with the Game and all of these masks? We’ll answer all of these questions and more.  If you enjoyed this episode and our show in general, we’d love it if you shared, subscribed, and reviewed our show.  You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Sources: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages 26, 46, 47, 63 The World of Thedas, vol. 2, pages 2, 15, 51, 70, 8, 80-81 The Masked Empire Codex: Jeshavis, Mother of Orlais Not of Heroes: United in Hatred The Perendale War Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode, Austin and Shelby, along with Fyrewriter discuss Ferelden history, politics, and culture. As the first country we are ever introduced to in the series, we have the most in-game knowledge about Ferelden. But how did Ferelden come into existence? How did it survive the Orlesian occupation? Did it emerge from lots of different warring tribes, like Tevinter and Orlais? Or is Ferelden unique? We answer all of these questions and more in this episode.  If you love our show, you can support us on Patreon! With certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join our The Cups Podcasts discord server where we dive deeep into Dragon Age discussions. https://discord.gg/fxR2WVDNhP Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com).Sources: WOT, vol.1, 12, 105, 113, 123, 125, 133 The Stolen Throne The Calling Codices: Sophia Dryden’s Journal The Port City of Amaranthine History of Fereldan: Chapter 1 You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Austin and Shelby continue the Countries of Thedas series by taking a deep dive into the smaller countries of Antiva and Rivain.  Have you ever wondered how the Antivan Crows got their start? Or maybe how Antiva even came to have a group of assassins so renowned? Do you have questions about Rivain in its entirety? We attempt to answer these questions and more. Along the way we explore history, culture, and religion of both Antiva and Rivain. Sources Codex: Queen Asha of Antiva Codex: The Llomerryn Accords Bioware wiki Dragon age wiki World of Thedas vol. 1 World of Thedas vol. 2 Tevinter Nights" Eight Little Talons Last Flight by Liane Merciel You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this first episode, Shelby and Austin take a two-part look into the Free Marches. We'll look at their history, their culture, and what makes them unique from the rest of Thedas. You might be thinking--isn't the Free Marches just Ferelden-lite? Or maybe you think all of the Free Marches is just like Kirkwall. Ever wondered why Kirkwall has such a high percentage of blood mages? We'll look at these similarities to Ferelden and Kirkwall, while also explaining how each city in the Free Marches is unique and answering all your questions along the way. In this first part, we focus Kirkwall and Ostwick. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast, and give us a review that we'll read out on the show. Sources: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages 13, 25, 70, 71, 118, 127, 156-157 Last Flight by Liane Merciel, chapter 7, 8 Codex: The Free Marches The Enigma Of Kirkwall History of Kirkwall: Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3 Messages Left at the Outpost King Maric’s Helm Vestments of Sacrifice Speculations on Kirkwall You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this second episode, Shelby and Austin finish their dive into the Free Marches. We review their history and culture, while taking a deep dive into Starkhaven, and some of the other minor city-states in the Free Marches. You might be wondering what the other city-states in the Free Marches even are, and how much do we really know about them? And really, can they really be that different from Kirkwall? We answer these questions and more in this episode. In this second part, we look at the city-states of Starkhaven, Tantervale, and Wycome. If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. We'll even read your review out on the show! If you loved this podcast, you can subscribe to our Patreon! https://patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare Sources: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, p. 13, 25, 70, 71, 118, 127, 156-157 Last Flight, chapter 7, 8 Codex: The Free Marches The Enigma Of Kirkwall History of Kirkwall: Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3 Messages Left at the Outpost King Maric’s Helm Vestments of Sacrifice You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast. Email us side character suggestions at dalorecast@gmail.com. Learn more about the Robots Radio Rocket Club and become a member of the Discord server! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Austin and Shelby take a look at Nevarra. Nevarra is the home of companion Cassandra Pentaghast, and we dig into this obscure country. You may be wondering...What's a death mage? What's a Mortalitasi? Why is Nevarran culture so different from the rest of the nations in Thedas? We dive into these questions and more as we look at Nevarra, one of Thedas's most unique countries. Sources: The World of Thedas, vol.1, pages 26, 41, 56. The World of Thedas, vol.2, pages 40, 50, 53, Dragon Age Wiki, Tessa Forsythia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Austin and Shelby begin a two-episode arc on the Dwarven Empire, or at least what's left of it. They discuss Orzammar, and a few outlying thaigs, including Amgarrak, Aeducan, Ortan, and Bownammar. They also take a look at how the Empire got to where it is today--once a massive, immeasurably powerful kingdom spanning almost more of Thedas than the Tevinter Imperium. You might be wondering if the Dwarven Empire can even be called an Empire still, or you might be wondering how sustainable is life under the surface. We'll answer these questions and more throughout this episode. Become a patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server here, and interact with us! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages: 18, 19-20, 32, 33 37, 52 Codex: Orzammar History: Chapter One Orzammar History: Chapter Two Lyrium Dragon Age Wiki: Dagna Aeducan Thaig Bownammar Ortan Thaig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby continue their discussion of the Dwarven Empire, at least what's left of it. This week's episode focuses on the other two remaining great thaigs of Thedas, Kal-Sharok and Kal'Hirol. If you haven't dug deep into the codex and played Dragon Age Awakening, you might not be familiar with Kal-Sharok or Kal'Hirol. But these two thaigs, especially Kal-Sharok, have an interesting history that leads us to some major speculations and unanswered questions. Join us this week as we dig into dwarven history, lost and recovered thaigs, and of course, a side character. Become a patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server here, and interact with us! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages: 18, 19-20, 32, 33 37, 52 Codex: Trading with Kal-Sharok Dragon Age Wiki: Sigrun Valammar Quests: Dwarven Slaves in Venatori Hands An Offer of Help on Their Terms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby talk about both Par Vollen and Seheron--two different areas of land that are both controlled by the Qunari. When you hear about Par Vollen and Seheron, you might be wondering where these two countries are even located. These are two obscure, rarely-mentioned countries of Thedas. Throughout this episode, we dig into the history and development behind these two countries, or at least as much as we know so far. We'll also dig into the background of the Qunari to give you some much-needed context. Become a patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server here, and interact with us! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: Codex: The Pyramids of Par Vollen Qunari: Ben-Hassrath Viddasala The Risk of Saarebas The Qunari The Qunari: Saarebas Dragon Age Wiki pages: Antaam Arigena Ariqun The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 1: 83, 84 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 2: 94 Tevinter Nights: Three Trees to Midnight Dragon Age 2 Dialogue with the Arishok Dragon Age 2: The Complete Official Guide, page 248 Mary Kirby. ""Question about the antaam."" . BioWare Social Network. Retrieved November 19, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In celebration of Dragon Age Day 2021, we are coming at you with our first ever minisode. In these shorter episodes, we'll take a deep dive into all the main characters. We're starting off strong with everyone's favorite dwarf, Varric Tethras. Maybe Varric is your favorite character. Maybe you want to romance him *so* badly. Or maybe, he's just meh to you. Either way, join us as we talk about this prolific writer, spymaster, and talented rogue. Become a patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server here, and interact with us! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 1: 131 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2: 135, 159, 160 Mary Kirby. "Let's talk about Varric's chest hair!" The BioWare Forum. Accessed November 19, 2021. "You never told us about the DA3 spoilers you got from David Gaider" . Tumblr. Accessed November 19, 2021. Mary Kirby. https://twitter.com/BioMaryKirby/status/989969540678217729 . Twitter. Accessed November 19, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Shelby and Austin dive into the Anderfels, a little-known region North and West of Tevinter and Orlais. Maybe you haven't heard of the Anderfels. Or maybe you have and are curious what we even know about this country. And maybe you're a superfan and shipper of Anders, and are curious if he is related to the Anderfels. We talk about these topics and more during this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast. This will be our final episode of Season One. We'll be back with Season Two in early 2022! Become a patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed this podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server here, and interact with us! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: Codex: The Anderfels Our Lady of the Anderfels The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 1: 24, 26, 32, 66, 73, 74 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 2: 132 Last Flight by Liane Merciel, chapter 1, 13, epilogue David Gaider. "Map of the whole of Thedas." The BioWare Forum. Accessed November 30, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Season Two premiere, Shelby and Austin take a look at the infamous Grey Wardens, one of the very first factions we're introduced to in Dragon Age: Origins. If you've played all of the games, you probably know quite a bit about the Wardens. And if you've only played one of the games, you still probably know quite a bit about the Wardens. In this episode, we'll take a look at the founding and history of the Grey Warden order, as well as their actions throughout the Blights, their structure, and their recent political machinations. Become a Patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: Codex: The Grey Wardens Grey Warden Letters Privileged to the Wardnes A Change of Course Battle of Soldier's Peak A Letter from Warden-Commander Clarel The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 1: 55-56, 151-154 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 2: 119, 189 The Calling. David Gaider, pages 142, 203 Last Flight. Liane Merciel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Shelby and Austin take a look at the supposedly noble faction of the Chevaliers, a proud, warrior faction of Orlais. Have you ever wondered who can belong to the Chevalier Order? What does their training look like? And how do they fit into the overall political picture of Orlais and Thedas? We answer these questions and more as we take a look at Orlais' noble order of knights. Become a Patron by joining our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review out on the show! Join the Robots Radio discord server to join the fun! You can also send us your Heroes, Hawkes, and Heralds to be featured on the podcast! https://discord.gg/AW5Wc4kgZb You can also find us on Twitter at @DALorecast, and you can dm us or email us side character suggestions (dalorecast@gmail.com). Sources: The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 280 Dialogue with Leliana in DAO The Masked Empire pages 35-36, 53, 54, 57, 222, 225, 252, 255, 292, 158, 297, 300-331 Codex: The Empress’ Point Chateau Haine The Summer Sword  Chevalier’s Mask Aveline: Knight of Orlais  Shield of the Knight Herself  The Chevaliers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices