Mercenaries of Thedas: The Chargers, Criminals, and Miscellaneous Ne'er-Do-Wells
In this week's episode, Shecup and Teecup talk about various mercenary guilds throughout Thedas—beginning with the infamous Iron Bull's Chargers. We cover some groups that are very well-known, some you might have heard of or even joined, and maybe even one or two that you've never heard of. 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: The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, page 25 Codex: The Iron Bull and the Last Few Years DA Wiki: Cremisius Aclassi Valo-Kas Flint Company Blackstone Irregulars White Claws Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Apr 202246min
The Friends of Red Jenny: Chaos, Mayhem, and Champions of the Poor
In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby continue looking at factions—this week, focusing on Sera and the Friends of Red Jenny. You might be wondering how much we even know about this faction. Are they widespread or localized? Are they a solitary group or multiple? And what is their history, motivations, and involvement in the games? We answer all of these questions and more! Do you want to JOIN US on the Dragon Age Lorecast? If so, become one of our Tier 3 Patrons 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 our new Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 2, page 236 Dragon Age Wiki: Friends of Red Jenny Charade Amell Quests: Friends of Red Jenny Gem of Keroshek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Apr 202247min
Minisode #4: Sera: Trickster, Rogue, and Deeper Than You Think | Featuring Special Guest and Author, E.K. Johnston
In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby tackle another character deep dive—this time featuring Sera. Author E.K. Johnston joins us to talk about Sera, Star Wars, and all things Dragon Age. Sera is an interesting character. Most people either love her or hate her. Maybe you think she doesn't have much depth. Or maybe she just outright annoys you. Or, on the other hand, maybe you adore her sense of humor and quirkiness. Either way, join us on this episode as we deep dive into what makes Sera, Sera. 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 our new Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 2. page 236. Dragon Age Fandom Wikipedia, "Sera." Mary Kirby, via Twitter. https://twitter.com/BioMaryKirby/status/43408506775365. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Apr 20221h 13min
Τhe Carta and The Coterie: Crime and Smuggling
In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby begin a new sub-section of episodes on the many, varied mercenary groups and crime syndicates of Thedas. This week's episode covers both The Carta, a dwarven crime syndicate, and The Coterie, the leading crime organization in Kirkwall. You might not remember The Coterie, or even The Carta. They're both fairly minor groups--so why are we covering them? Both The Carta and The Coterie play an integral role in your experience of Thedas. Up to two main characters can be apart of The Carta. Join us as we take a journey deep into the heart of crime with by examining these two groups. 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 our new Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 197, 159 Quests: A Note Addressed to Gamlen A Debt in the Family Mark of the Assassin Codex: Jarvia's Shank The Coterie First Legionnaire's Journal The Carta Darktown's Deal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
31 Mars 202244min
Minisode #3: Leliana: Former Orlesian Bard, Spymaster, Left Hand of the Divine, and Veteran of the Fifth Blight
In this third minisode, we take a deep dive into the one, the only, Sister Leliana. Throughout this episode, we look at Leliana's backstory pre-Origins, diving into her romance with Marjolaine. We also look at her arc throughout Origins, 2, and Inquisition. And we consider the options of what happens to her post-Dragon Age Inquisition. Maybe you think Leliana is a bit naive in DAO. Or maybe you're extremely frightened of her in DAI. Maybe her constant talk of the Maker grates on your Warden/Inquisitor. Or maybe you just appreciate that she appears in all three games! Either way, join us as we talk about this iconic character in the Dragon Age series. 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 our new Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 84-86, 222, 268 Codex: On the Condition of Your Charges Leliana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Mars 202252min
The Circle of Magi: Rebellion, Reformation, Demonic Possession, and Chantry Politics
In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby dive into a huge topic--the Circles of Magi. If you've played Dragon Age: Origins, you're probably pretty familiar with the Circles, or at least Fereldan's Circle. But if you routinely skip this section of DAO, or if you haven't yet jumped into DAO, you might not be as familiar with the inner-workings of a Circle of Magi. In this episode, we talk all about the Circles, including their history, when they were founded, what they're like today, and how mages exist within their confines. We also take a few minutes to badmouth Seeker Lambert along the way. 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 our new Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 1, pages 103, 106, 123 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 88-89, 92, 109, 95, 199 Asunder, written by David Gaider Codex: Rat Apostates The Circle of Magi History of the Circle The Harrowing Rhys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Mars 20221h 2min
Heresies of the Chantry: Blight-Worshippers, Sex Cults, and High Dragons
In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby take a look at eight different religious groups that the Orlesian Chantry has deemed heretical. These different groups are vastly different from one another, but they all share the ire of the Chantry. Some of the groups worship the blight, while others worship the, *ahem* union of The Maker and Andraste. And others are just plain weird. We dig into all of this and more on this week's episode. 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 our new Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 1, pages 44, 115, 125 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 98, 266 Codex: Before Andrastianism: The Forgotten Faiths by Sister Rondwyn of Tantervale The Blades of Hessarian The Daughters of Song The Empty Ones The Order of Fiery Promise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Mars 20221h 4min
The Imperial Chantry of Tevinter: Magic, Divinity, and Heresy
In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby dive into the Imperial Chantry, the second-largest and perhaps, the first Chantry organization in Thedas. During this episode, we talk about all the ways that the Imperial Chantry is different from the Orlesian Chantry, their specific beliefs, history, and founding, as well as the ways that they are intrinsically tied to Tevinter's history and culture. Become a Patron by joining our Patreon! The first FIVE people who become patrons of the Dragon Age Lorecast will have their names read out on the show, every week, regardless of tier...forever! Only one more spot left, so become a patron today! 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 Dragon Age Lorecast 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 Encyclopedia, vol. 1, pages 88, 123-125 The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 2, pages 203-204 Dialogue with Dorian Pavus, Dragon Age Inquisition Dialogue with Fenris, Dragon Age 2, when approaching the Chantry in Act 3 Party banter with The Iron Bull and Cassandra Pentaghast Codex: Chantry Hierarchy In Hushed Whispers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Mars 20221h 4min
