Dragon Age Lorecast

In this week's episode, the Cups are breaking down the final five chapters of Tevinter Nights! These include: Herold Had the Plan, An Old Crow's Old Tricks, Eight Little Talons, Half Up Front, and The Dread Wolf Take You. Listen now for our reactions, summaries, and all the important lore bits to prep for Dragon Age: The Veilguard! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it o...

In today's episode, the Cups are talking about the second five chapters of Tevinter Nights, which are Hunger, Murder by Death Mages, The Streets of Minrathous, The Wigmaker Job, and Genitivi Dies in the End. We're breaking down all the important bits from these chapters, so make sure you listen to get prepped for Dragon Age: The Veilguard! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Ch...

In today's episode, the Cups are talking about the first five chapters of Tevinter Nights, which are Three Trees to Midnight, Down Among the Dead Men, Horror of Hormak, Callback, and Luck in the Gardens. This will be a three-part mini-series, and we'll cover 5 chapters each episode! We're breaking down all the important bits from these chapters, so make sure you listen to get prepped for Dragon Ag...

The Cups and the patrons come together to discuss which companion from Dragon Age: The Veilguard they're MOST excited to meet and why! The companions include Bellara, Davrin, Taash, Harding, Lucanis, Emmrich and Manfred, and Neve! Listen now to find out all of our answers. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You ca...

From stories depicting and introducing each of the DA2 companions, to the long, literary DAI stories, and to the newest Dragon Age: Veilguard stories, we've got you covered. We'll unpack each of the so-far released short stories and everything you need to know about them. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can...

Content warning for sexual abuse and abuse of animals in this episode. In this week's episode, we're finally covering one of the most interesting and complex characters in all of Dragon Age: Origins – Loghain Mac Tir. He's an antagonist, potential companion, villain, war hero, hater of Orlais, and maybe even the savior of Thedas? Listen now to find out everything you need to know about this enigma...

In this week's episode, Shecup and the patrons discuss what we're most looking forward to about Dragon Age: The Veilguard. And we also discuss some of the things we're a little bit skeptical about. We're feeding your thirst while we wait for DAV. Check out our new Girl Dinner, Boy Dinner, and Enby Dinner character shirts at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at...

Welcome to Dragon Age Summer, y'all!!! We've gotten an absolute hoard of knowledge about the game formerly known as Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. It's now Dragon Age: The Veilguard, or DAV. We're going over everything we know about the game thus far, including companions, gameplay, mechanics, and some changes from previous games. We're feeding your thirst while we wait for DAV. Check out our new Girl Din...

Are you salivating for more content while we wait for Dragon Age: The Veilguard? Well, come and listen to this episode all about everyone's favorite dwarf's masterpiece: Hard in Hightown. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https...

Join the Cups and their patrons to discuss which non-companion, non-playable character is their favorite and why. Plus, we also take time to discuss some of the rumors that are circulating about Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher...

Today's episode is our second book club episode, focusing on The Calling by David Gaider. We discuss the plot, characters, and lore within this novel at length, and at the end, we give the book a rating out of 5. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and j...

Welcome to Season 8!!!! We're so excited to launch this new season, dedicated to all things Entertainment of Thedas. In the first half of this season, we'll be diving into each of the books, comics, and short stories. The format will be a little different because we won't have any side characters at the end. In the second half of this season, we'll dive into all things recreational in Thedas: spor...

Today, we're discussing an ethereal and heady topic – uthenera. Uthenera was an ancient practice whereby elder elves in Arlathan would go to their eternal sleep, not necessarily death, though. Listen now to find out all we know about this interesting practice! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a pa...

This week's episode is all about how the elves get from Tevinter to the rest of Thedas. We focus on their journey from Tevinter to the Dales in what is now Orlais. Listen now to find out how this event is super similar to some of our real world history, too! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patr...

Join the Cups and their patrons to discuss which of the elven pantheon – also known as The Evanuris – that we'd each want to follow. As usual, we also discuss the flip side – who we absolutely would not under any circumstances want to follow. Each member of the Evanuris even gets mentioned! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the co...

Today's episode is a discussion about elven blood writing, also known as vallaslin. In the course of Dragon Age Inquisition, your inquisitor may learn that vallaslin are also markings that bind the wearer as a slave to the Evanuris. We break down this knowledge, and discuss what it means to Dalish culture. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to ch...

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR DRAGON AGE INQUISITION. We know it's a 10+ year old game, but don't get mad if you listen and get spoiled about Fen'Harel's identity. Today, the Cups return for the second half of their discussion on the Dread Wolf, the Roamer of the Beyond, the God of Betrayal and Rebellion himself... Fen'Harel. Please note that this is PART TWO of this episode. Mak...

Today, the Cups tackle the long-awaited discussion of the Dread Wolf, the Roamer of the Beyond, the God of Betrayal and Rebellion himself... Fen'Harel. Please note that this is PART ONE of this episode. Part Two will be released next episode. This episode covers Fen'Harel's actions and reputation among the Evanuris and during the time of Elvhenan. Sources: The World of Thedas Encyclopedia, vol. 1,...

The Cups and the patrons discuss which romances are objectively best and worst! Listen now to hear our answers, and see if you agree or disagree. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We've launch...

TRIGGER WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS EXPLICIT MATERIAL NOT SUITED FOR CHILDREN. BE ADVISED THERE IS DESCRIPTION OF SEXUAL ABUSE OF CHILDREN. In today's episode, the Cups discuss the role of Fiona., who appears in multiple books and Dragon Age Inquisition. We discuss her appearances in The Calling, Asunder, and DAI, as well as her relationships with Duncan, Maric, and Alistair. Now introducing Dr...

In today's episode, the Cups discuss the elven god of knowledge and secrecy -- Dirthamen. We give you all the information about Dirthamen, including a full breakdown of his temple in DAI. We also discuss fully his relationship with his twin, Falon'Din. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at...

In today's episode, the Cups discuss the elven god of death -- Falon'Din. We compare this god of death to other gods of death in other universes, compare him to Fen'Harel, and discuss the many legends, tales, and statues to Falon'Din. Join us as we break down everything we know about this intriguing character. Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want t...

The Cups are joined by the patrons to spin the wheel and decide who they're going to f***, marry, or kill. You don't want to miss this episode! Listen now to find out which villains, love interested, mages, templars, and more get a one stand stand, a loving relationship, or axed. Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE...

Today, the Cups are joined by the Two Girls to discuss everything related to relationships, romance, love, and lust in the world of Thedas! We break down what we know about love-related holidays in Thedas (which is not much), then discuss some pairings, and finally talk about what makes romances in Dragon Age unique. You don't want to miss this one! Happy Valentine's Day! Check out the Two Girls O...

Today's episode is covering another member of the Evanuris pantheon: Sylaise. Often said to be beautiful, feminine, and the keeper of knowledge about the domestic arts, Sylaise is a bit of a break from tradition, in the most traditional sense. Listen now to find out how Sylaise is different from and similar to the rest of the elven gods and goddesses. Want to chime in on the conversation? You can...