Dragon Age Lorecast

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All About Demons, Part 1: Sloth, Hunger, and Desire Aug 11, 2022

Show notes

In this week's episode, the Cups begin a mini-series tackling the many different types of demons. This episode covers sloth demons, hunger demons, and desire demons. We talk about what makes these demons tick, what makes them different from one another, and where we've seen them in the games and books.

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Sources:

The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages 169-170

The World of Thedas, vol. 2, pages 165, 279

The Masked Empire, written by Patrick Weekes

Codex:

Demonic Possession
Sloth Demon
Forbidden Knowledge
Desire Demon

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All About Spirits and Demons: There's More than Meets the Eye …. Especially When It Comes to Desire Demons Aug 04, 2022

Show notes

In today's episode, the Cups talk allllll about spirits and demons, including what sets them apart from each other and what makes them unique. We also look at some of the different types of demons, and examine what makes a spirit become a demon. Join us as we begin this deep dive into the nature of demons and spirits. Next week, we'll deep dive into a few specific types of demons and spirits.

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Sources:

Tevinter Nights, "Callback."
The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 1, pages 80, 106, 133-136, 141, 168-169
The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 256, 269, 270, 165

Quests:

All New, Faded For Her
Unbound

Codex:

Demonic Possession
Shade
Abomination
The Maker's First Children
Spirits and Demons
Beyond the Veil: Spirits and Demons
Forbidden Knowledge
The Enigma of Kirkwall

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Character Deep Dive #8: Cole Jul 28, 2022

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In this week's episode, the Cups dive into another main character and party companion from Dragon Age Inquisition—Cole. We talk about who, or what, Cole really is, as well as diving into his backstory and how he gets to the Inquisition. We also discuss how Cole might be representation for some groups, and how he's primarily motivated by empathy, compassion, and identity.

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Sources:

Asunder

The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, page 244

Interview with Patrick Weekes, http://www.nerdappropriate.com/2014/12/31/rated-na-184-inside-inquisition-with-patrick-weekes/

Codex:

Cole

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Who Makes the Best Divine Victoria Post-Dragon Age Inquisition? | July 2022 Patron Chat Jul 19, 2022

Show notes

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, Shelby and Austin chat with all of the First Enchanter tier patrons about who makes the best Divine Victoria—spoiler alert: we don't really come up with one answer!

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Dreams Made Real: Exploring the Fade and the Veil Jul 14, 2022

Show notes

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into both the Fade and the Veil. You've probably heard a lot about both of these topics, and you may even be confused about the differences between the two. Most of the major players in Thedas each have their own ideas about the history and theology behind the Fade and the Veil. Austin and Shelby unpack these claims, what we DO know about the Fade and the Veil, and more.

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Sources:

The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 1, pages 142, 143, 140, 141, 130-132, 139

The Calling by David Gaider

Codex Entries:

The Fade
The Black City
Tears in the Veil
The Laws of Nature in the Fade
Walking the Fade: A Harrowing

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Character Deep Dive #7: Solas | Featuring Special Guest Virvada, of the Two Girls One Ship Podcast Jul 07, 2022

Show notes

In this week's episode, the Cups and Virvada discuss the man, the myth, the legend—Solas. We'll unpack his story and character arc, as well as his romance and the claims he makes about his identity. We'll also talk about what we like and dislike about Solas and maybe even make a few predictions for DA:D.

SPOILERS WARNING: We make this disclaimer at the beginning of the episode, but if you haven't finished DAI, including Trespasser, know that there will be major spoilers.

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Sources:

The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 2, 232, 230-231

The Masked Empire, pages 379-380

Tevinter Nights

Dark Fortress

Nouvlesse's Tarot Card Theory: https://www.reddit.com/r/dragonage/comments/a5ha99/spoilers_all_the_meaning_behind_solas_romance/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf

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Red Lyrium 101: The Anti-Magical Opposite of Regular Lyrium Jun 30, 2022

Show notes

In this week's episode, The Cups dissect red lyrium—its creation, effects, and impact on the lore of the Dragon Age universe. We also take a look into how red lyrium impacts the templars, as compared to regular lyrium.

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Sources:

The World of Thedas, vol. 1, page 94

In Hushed Whispers, conversation with Fiona

Certainty, item in DAI

Paper and Steel, a short story by Joanna Berry. https://blog.bioware.com/2015/04/30/short-story-paper-steel/

Codex:

Lyrium, DAO
Lyrium, DA2
The Primeval Thaig, DA2
The Profane, DA2
Valdasine, DA2
Red Lyrium, DAI
Red Templars, DAI
Red Templar Archers, DAI
Red Templar Foot Soldiers, DAI
Shadow, DAI
Behemoth, DAI
Letter to Smugglers' Wagon Masters, DAI
Unsigned Journal, DAI
Suledin Keep Documents, DAI
A Father's Letter, DAI
Samson
Samson's Tale
A Strange Sighting

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All About Lyrium: The Tears of the Fade, Titan's Blood, and The Song Jun 23, 2022

Show notes

In this episode, the Cups talk all about lyrium—its uses, effects, and the beliefs surrounding it. You might only think of lyrium as part of a potion that helps you in Dragon Age Origins. But the lore around lyrium is much, much deeper. We also talk about some conspiracy theories surrounding lyrium, as well as some ways that it may play into Dragon Age: Dreadwolf.

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Sources:

The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages 93, 132, 173

The World of Thedas, vol. 2, pages 258, 256, 181, 257

Asunder

Codex:

Caridin's Journal
Lyrium
Journal of Tog
The Crosscut Drifters
Titans
Veilfire Runes in the Deep Roads
Dwarven Runecraft
Confessions of Lyrium Addict

Quests:

Descent DLC
Well, Shit

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What's Your Favorite and Least Favorite Romance in the Dragon Age Universe | June 2022 Patron Episode Jun 16, 2022

Show notes

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, Shelby and Austin chat with all of the First Enchanter tier patrons about their most favorite and least favorite romances in Dragon Age—with representation from all three games! Plus several hot takes, of course!

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History of Magic in Thedas: A Beginner's Guide to the Fundamentals of Magic Jun 09, 2022

Show notes

Welcome to SEASON THREE! This season is all about magic, and we're starting off this week with a basic overview of what magic even is, where it comes from, and how it works. We dive into different specializations, schools of magic, and what magic has looked like throughout history and in modern-day Thedas.

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Sources:

The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 1, pages 34, 89, 131, 105

The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 195, 177, 152, 198, 123, 199, 160, 88

https://twitter.com/biomarykirby/status/115376694771001

https://ladyinsanity.com/blog/davidgaider-interview-gaymerx

Codex: