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Post by Solas on Mar 9, 2020 16:57:16 GMT
That’s good to know. I just noticed in their games they’ve been doing more and more “all religions are fake” so was worried they were doing that with this one now despite their earlier promises. Especially with them having everything be “because ancient elves” which I’m not really a fan of. I think that’s the only part that I was confused about. The other things that concerned me are understood, like Solas being too powerful. Makes sense. Cool oke! Yeah def none of that about the Maker from what I saw, just a few bits on the Chantry's opinion on and response to this new development, new knowledge and kinda-god guy.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 17:10:37 GMT
I will say while I am a bit sad that the book didn’t answer for certain if the Inquisitor is the protagonist or not (I didn’t expect it to, just hoped), I will say that with so much connection to the Inquisition this book has as well as talking about “the generals” and it ending with Charter writing the Inquisitor makes me a bit more hopeful.
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Post by Solas on Mar 9, 2020 17:13:57 GMT
I will say while I am a bit sad that the book didn’t answer for certain if the Inquisitor is the protagonist or not (I didn’t expect it to, just hoped), I will say that with so much connection to the Inquisition this book has as well as talking about “the generals” and it ending with Charter writing the Inquisitor makes me a bit more hopeful. I did find a char who has a prosthetic leg made of dwarven crafted metal below the knee. they fight, the craftsmanship means there was a lack of damage. could easy mean fuck all but I thought this was an interesting character design choice and detail to highlight... clearly good-enough prosthetic limbs exist in Thedas exist outside of concept art and epilogue pictures.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 17:21:42 GMT
I will say while I am a bit sad that the book didn’t answer for certain if the Inquisitor is the protagonist or not (I didn’t expect it to, just hoped), I will say that with so much connection to the Inquisition this book has as well as talking about “the generals” and it ending with Charter writing the Inquisitor makes me a bit more hopeful. I did find a char who has a prosthetic leg made of dwarven crafted metal below the knee. they fight, the craftsmanship means there was a lack of damage. could easy mean fuck all but I thought this was an interesting character design choice and detail to highlight... clearly good-enough prosthetic limbs exist in Thedas exist outside of concept art and epilogue pictures. Okay, now I’m even more hopeful since they now have an actual character like that, rather than like you said just unused concepts or the epilogue slide.
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Post by marikahaliwell on Mar 9, 2020 17:25:34 GMT
I did find a char who has a prosthetic leg made of dwarven crafted metal below the knee. they fight, the craftsmanship means there was a lack of damage. could easy mean fuck all but I thought this was an interesting character design choice and detail to highlight... clearly good-enough prosthetic limbs exist in Thedas exist outside of concept art and epilogue pictures. Okay, now I’m even more hopeful since they now have an actual character like that, rather than like you said just unused concepts or the epilogue slide. I want my inky too xd if we couldn't have the wardens back 🤣
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Post by ellanathehamster on Mar 9, 2020 19:15:56 GMT
I think charter is an ancient elf. That came to my mind after reading the last story.
1. Charter is not her real name. 2. She was at Tea Salon at least a few time before (in book: ten years and few names ago) 3. Solas says: "those like you- the elves who still remain-may even find it better when it is done". The elves who still remain. I believe it was put here specifically. Also, remember what Solas said to Abelas? Your people still linger.
Another small detail. In the book, Solas answers to the Charter inquiry about why he came: "as for me coming in person...the Inquisition was involved." He returned to his seat. "Why did you come?". You being in this format, drawing attention to it.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 19:24:33 GMT
I think charter is an ancient elf. That came to my mind after reading the last story. 1. Charter is not her real name. 2. She was at Tea Salon at least a few time before (in book: ten years and few names ago) 3. Solas says: " those like you- the elves who still remain-may even find it better when it is done". The elves who still remain. I believe it was put here specifically. Also, remember what Solas said to Abelas? Your people still linger. Another small detail. In the book, Solas answers to the Charter inquiry about why he came: "as for me coming in person...the Inquisition was involved." He returned to his seat. "Why did you come?". You being in this format, drawing attention to it. I joked about that earlier, however that could also mean he expects a lot of elves to die as collateral damage after he does his thing. As for her having many names, she’s a spy and stuff so she has used a few. And with him wondering why she came specifically, he may simply want to hear her personal reasons rather than just official ones like “the Inquisition sent me” or “I’ve operated these circles before”.
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Post by ellanathehamster on Mar 9, 2020 19:31:39 GMT
I think charter is an ancient elf. That came to my mind after reading the last story. 1. Charter is not her real name. 2. She was at Tea Salon at least a few time before (in book: ten years and few names ago) 3. Solas says: " those like you- the elves who still remain-may even find it better when it is done". The elves who still remain. I believe it was put here specifically. Also, remember what Solas said to Abelas? Your people still linger. Another small detail. In the book, Solas answers to the Charter inquiry about why he came: "as for me coming in person...the Inquisition was involved." He returned to his seat. "Why did you come?". You being in this format, drawing attention to it. I joked about that earlier, however that could also mean he expects a lot of elves to die as collateral damage after he does his thing. I could agree, but then why does he say "those like you"? If he simply refers to those, who will survive his plans, how can he guarantee she will? And i know, I know. I'll probably cool down in a few days. But this book got my head spinning. I have a theory after reading almost every story!
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Post by smilesja on Mar 9, 2020 19:35:09 GMT
That’s good to know. I just noticed in their games they’ve been doing more and more “all religions are fake” so was worried they were doing that with this one now despite their earlier promises. Especially with them having everything be “because ancient elves” which I’m not really a fan of. I think that’s the only part that I was confused about. The other things that concerned me are understood, like Solas being too powerful. Makes sense. Cool oke! Yeah def none of that about the Maker from what I saw, just a few bits on the Chantry's opinion on and response to this new development, new knowledge and kinda-god guy. Besides, I'm pretty doubtful they're going for "all religion is fake" since DAI was full of themes regarding religion and faith.
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Post by ellanathehamster on Mar 9, 2020 19:57:03 GMT
So far I read: 1. Three Trees to midnight 2. Down among the dead men 3. The horror of Homrack 4. Callback 5. Luck in the gardens 6. The dread wolf take you (couldn't help myself).
Three Trees to midnight- was pretty generic and not generous in lore part, but served as good opener. Only notable moments for me personally: you can shapeshift into halla, Arlatahn forest previously was either Andruil land or where she used to hunt. Dalish actually not as little and sparse in numbers, as previous games led us to believe- enough to infiltrate qunari and steal their plans. Also, they work with other clans, which is dope.
Down among the dead men- loved this one. It was a great insight into Nevarra's culture. And characters were memorable, I feel like a librarian will be an actual NPC we'll encounter in the game (I really hope so).
The horror of Homrack- creepy AF, and that how I like it. Info on Ghilan'nain was cool and it's an obvious setup to the creatures we will have to fight game.
Callback- oh, the feels. To read that Skyhold is abandoned, to hear a tidbit of what became of Inquisition was grand. Also information on Solas's regret? Huge. The main idea is also really resonated with me- to accept&move on. possibly the only way to save Solas is somehow convincing him to do so. The last message from Divine Victoria was really bittersweet to me- I can't help but feel, that it's their way of telling us we won't play as Inquisitor.
Luck in the gardens- honestly, was a bit of a letdown for me. Yes, Dorian is cool, Lord of Fortune is too, but overall... nothing breathtaking.
The dread wolf takes you- the biggest one for me. I read every word with such care, afraid to miss some double meaning. Written masterfully, and when Solas told his story- I momentarily recognized his style & it took me back to all those times I asked him of his travels in the rotunda. This story had huge implications and setup for the game. Solas have the statue. He has started the ritual. He knows about other's plans. But he clearly also is hurting and emotionally compromised- that I believe will be out trumpcard.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 20:00:43 GMT
The last message from Divine Victoria was really bittersweet to me- I can't help but feel, that it's their way of telling us we won't play as Inquisitor. What? Explain please.
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Post by ellanathehamster on Mar 9, 2020 20:04:37 GMT
The last message from Divine Victoria was really bittersweet to me- I can't help but feel, that it's their way of telling us we won't play as Inquisitor. What? Explain please. It would be easier to make a screen. imgur.com/a/Hj5mFY9
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Post by ellanathehamster on Mar 9, 2020 20:06:59 GMT
It felt to me like a goodbye. Attempt no travel there. let the past drive you to a new direction.
I really hope to be wrong, cause playing as inquisitor would be a dream come true.
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 20:08:32 GMT
I don’t see how that led you to thinking it’s a way they’re telling us they won’t be the protagonist. That seems more to say either Sutherland isn’t part of the Inquisition anymore, or how the Inquisition no longer officially exists. We knew that already. Edit: I mean, the last story ends with Charter writing the Inquisitor about what happened. So yeah the Inquisition is gone, either disbanded entirely or now the honor guard of Divine Victoria, but there is still the secret Inquisition.
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Post by Hrungr on Mar 9, 2020 20:15:05 GMT
John Epler @eplerjc Excited for people to read all the great stories in #TevinterNights. Please do not spoil it for others, though!
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 20:18:30 GMT
John Epler @eplerjcExcited for people to read all the great stories in #TevinterNights. Please do not spoil it for others, though! I can't think of a more ironic tweet to post in this thread.
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Post by azarhal on Mar 9, 2020 20:28:08 GMT
John Epler @eplerjcExcited for people to read all the great stories in #TevinterNights. Please do not spoil it for others, though! We won't spoil it to others. Pinky swear. But we don't control people looking into a "Spoiler thread".
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Post by Little Bengel on Mar 9, 2020 20:33:36 GMT
John Epler @eplerjcExcited for people to read all the great stories in #TevinterNights. Please do not spoil it for others, though! Sure thing. Proceeds to spoil self
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 9, 2020 20:42:31 GMT
John Epler @eplerjcExcited for people to read all the great stories in #TevinterNights. Please do not spoil it for others, though! Sure thing. Proceeds to spoil self And I'm glad I did. That tidbit shared about the Tevinter mage with a prosthetic leg but doesn't hamper him and the implications of that technology being in Thedas has me more excited for DA4 than I ever have been before.
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Post by Hrungr on Mar 9, 2020 21:00:10 GMT
Author T. M. Lowe @tiffanymloweIs there any particular order to the stories (i.e. should they be read from beginning of book to end) or would they make sense if one skips around? Patrick Weekes @patrickweekesWe put them in the order we did because thematically it showed some elements of progression timewise, but it should still make sense in any order. No hard rules.
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Post by Hrungr on Mar 9, 2020 23:38:36 GMT
Caitie ghildirthalenThere was a mention of a sentient golem in the 'Bards' story. There are already discussions about how much from the story we can believe, but I just want to make sure Shale didn't die in a side story where she isn't mentioned by name ( Patrick Weekes @patrickweekesIf we were gonna take out a former follower, we'd do that by name. Definitely not her.
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Post by AlleluiaElizabeth on Mar 10, 2020 0:19:04 GMT
Author T. M. Lowe @tiffanymloweIs there any particular order to the stories (i.e. should they be read from beginning of book to end) or would they make sense if one skips around? Patrick Weekes @patrickweekesWe put them in the order we did because thematically it showed some elements of progression timewise, but it should still make sense in any order. No hard rules. Def reading Dread Wolf Take You first then. Lol
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Mar 10, 2020 0:41:09 GMT
Any spoilers for Herold Had the Plan? I think that’s the one tat has Vaea in it.
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Post by Hrungr on Mar 10, 2020 5:15:01 GMT
Sylvf @sylvf1In a few hours our collection of Dragon Age short stories, #TevinterNights, will officially launch. I sincerely hope you all enjoy reading them. And to celebrate, I took my own copy on a book tour of my shelves.
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Post by colfoley on Mar 10, 2020 6:43:49 GMT
Been reading Three Trees to Midnight for the last hour and oh crap the action and big gasps revelations have been coming rather fast.
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