Slavery in Thedas: Not Just a Tevinter Problem

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into 4 more demons—this time all introduced in Dragon Age Inquisition. We spend time talking about these four demons, as well as discussing how demons can and have utilized the Blight to their own advantage. This is our final episode…for now…on demons, so make sure to tune in next week as we transition to a new topic. 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: "Callback," from Tevinter Nights by Lukas Kristjanson Here Lies the Abyss quest Codex: Nightmare Fear Demon Despair Demon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Syys 202250min

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into another main character and party companion from Dragon Age Origins—Wynne. We talk about who Wynne is, as well as diving into her backstory and her actions after the Fifth Blight. We also discuss Wynne's views on love, responsibility, and the mages—as well as her role as the Team Mom. And we're also joined by special guest Collcashins! 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: Asunder Sheryl Chee, Twitter. https://twitter.com/sherylchee/status/1483891069456506883?s=12&t=oXvyjhGQ6X7GHf-2FiX1nQ The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, Vol. 2, page 88. "Wynne," Dragon Age Wiki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Syys 20221h 16min

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, Austin and Shelby talk with the patrons about the factions we'd each want to be apart of. We also briefly discuss which faction(s) we absolutely would NOT want to be apart of! If you want to join us on the show, make sure to sign up on the Patreon by September! You too can come ON THE SHOW with us once per month if you join our Patreon at the First Enchanter tier level! 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). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Elo 202251min

Join the Cups as we reflect on the first year of the Dragon Age Lorecast! This is our 51st episode, and the 1 year anniversary of our very first episode. Thanks for joining us and listening to the show. Here's to our next year! 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). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Elo 202222min

In this week's episode, the Cups continue their mini-series about demons, diving into the demons of rage, pride, envy, and vengeance. We also discuss the fluffiest demon in the Dragon Age Universe. 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: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, pages 169-170 The World of Thedas, vol. 2, pages 165, 279 Codex: Rage Demon Pride Demon Envy Demon Beyond Spirits and Demons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Elo 202247min

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. 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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Elo 202253min

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. 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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Elo 20221h 2min

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. 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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Heinä 20221h 1min