Dragon Age Lorecast

In this week's episode, the Cups talk about a war that we as the players and the Inquisition help end – the War of the Lions. You may have also heard this referred to as the Orlesian Civil War. But it's not really, fully a civil war as fighting doesn't break out amongst all of the people of Orlais. This war is a war about succession and rulership of the country of Orlais. Today, we discuss how it...

In this week's episode, the Cups—along with Cyke from the MCU Lorecast and Mass Effect Blue Shift Podcast—dive into another major war in Thedas. This time, we're looking at the Mage-Templar War. Is it really a war? Or is it just a series of conflicts? Is it a Civil War or just a war between three groups? We discuss these topics, and Cyke takes a segment of the show to discuss how this event in the...

In this week's episode, the Cups discuss Shelby's favorite companion – Cassandra Pentaghast. Listen now to learn all about her childhood – from growing up in her parents' estate to becoming an orphan, and from moving in with her uncle to joining the Seekers. We'll also talk about where you see her in game, as well as all the external media we find her in. If you love our show, you can support us o...

On this week's episode, the patrons join the show once again for our monthly discussion. They discuss, argue, and analyze which of the three Dragon Age games has the best companions. Will it be the original, Dragon Age Origins? Will it be the expansive Dragon Age Inquisition? Or will it be the dark horse, Dragon Age 2? Listen now to find out! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can becom...

In this week's episode, the Cups discuss how the Grey Wardens get expelled and banned from Ferelden for over 200 years. Coincidentally, the story of this event also involves multiple Theirin family members. You could almost say that it's a Theirin civil war. Listen now and learn all about this interesting topic! We're launching MERCH! Make sure you join our patreon as an Antivan Crow tier or highe...

In this week's episode, the Cups discuss the first romanceable Qunari companion – The Iron Bull. You know you want to ride the bull, so listen now to find out all about The Iron Bull's childhood, background, and how he even became the Iron Bull. You'll also learn about who he was before he was Bull – when he was Hissrad, and when he was Ashkari. Listen now to learn more! If you love our show, you...

In this week's episode, the Cups finish up this two-part miniseries on Qunari lore. This week, we're looking at the three New Exalted Marches that were called in retaliation of the Qunari's first attack and expedition into mainland Thedas. You might be surprised to learn that the mainlanders actually put up a pretty strong fight. Listen now to learn more! We're launching MERCH! Make sure you join...

On this week's episode, the patrons join the show and bring several of their favorite quotes and conversations between companions. Ranging from the hilarious to the awkward, and from the heartwarming to the heartbreaking, this is one you don't want to miss! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.p...

In this week's episode, the Cups look at a precursor war to another set of Exalted Marches. This week, we're looking at the Qunari Wars, which is their first expedition into mainland Thedas. They came in unexpected force, with superior technology, which allowed them to take over a significant chunk of Thedas very easily. It takes Thedosians a hot minute before they're ready or able to fight back....

In this week's episode, the Cups look at another Exalted March, or really, a group of Exalted Marches. These are the Marches called against the Imperial Chantry of Tevinter. We dive into the background that informs this March, as well as the major theological differences between the two Chantries--and there are MANY! We also cover what we know about the Marches themselves, the changes Tevinter mad...

In this week's episode, the Cups discuss the one and only Alistair Theirin. There are so many places our sweet little Ali boy can end up, and we're here to cover them all. Shecup also gets out her soapbox again, and talks about why Alistair is not a himbo. Listen now to learn about the very first companion we ever meet! If you love our show, you can support us on Patreon! With certain tiers, you c...

On this week's episode, the patrons join the show and discuss which country they'd want to be from in Thedas. The choices are from modern-day countries in Thedas. Listen now! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast We're launching MERCH! Make sure you join our patreon as an A...

In this week's episode, the Cups look at another Exalted March. This one is the Exalted March against the Dales. You may think you know quite a bit about elven lore, but listen today to learn about the elves during the time of their second homeland--the Dales. We cover what we know about the elven culture of the Dales, their isolationism, their deteriorating relationship with the humans of Orlais,...

In this week's episode, the Cups and guest SariaLue dive into our the second part of our first non-companion character deep dive: Flemeth. We're joined again by Dragon Age content creator, SariaLue. In this part two, we talk about Flemeth's daughters, her relationship with Morrigan, and some fan theories that connect Flemeth to other important characters in the Dragon Age universe. Note: We are no...

In this week's episode, the Cups and guest SariaLue dive into our first non-companion character deep dive: Flemeth. We're also joined by Dragon Age content creator, SariaLue. Flemeth is such an interesting character, and one of the few who appear in all of three games. We talk about the legends surrounding Flemeth's life as a real human, her marriage, and the ways that other people groups like the...

On this week's episode, the patrons join the show and discuss which characters and NPCs they want to hook up or get together! Listen now! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dalorecast If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read y...

In this week's episode, the Cups discuss the very first Exalted March, led by Andraste and Maferath against Tevinter. You might think you already know everything there is to know about Andraste. But we dive into the specifics of the context and background leading up to this Exalted March, as well as the actual fights and the aftermath of Andraste's martyrdom. This Exalted March is labeled as the f...

In this week's episode, the Cups talk with Lewis Hackfath, the one and only Nug King patron! We discuss our reactions to the Dragon Age tv show that premiered on Netflix back in December--Dragon Age: Absolution. We unpack each episode, the main characters, and holy cow--THAT ENDING! We discuss implications and what we think about **THAT** character. If you love our show, you can support us on Patr...

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into another main character and party companion--this time from Dragon Age 2. Yep, that's right. We're finally talking about Teecup's favorite character: Fenris. We talk about what little we know of Fenris's backstory and childhood, but we spend most of our time focusing on his roles in Dragon Age 2 as a companion and in the comics as the Blue Wraith. We also...

On this week's episode, the patrons join the show and discuss who is the best villain or antagonist in Dragon Age. Listen now! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and 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'l...

In this week's episode, the Cups discuss the problem of slavery throughout Thedas. You might be wondering, "isn't slavery just in Tevinter, not all of Thedas?" While slavery is only legal in Tevinter, we have seen it in other places in many different countries and groups of Thedas. We discuss all of this, and go into depth about both historical and modern-day slavery. If you love our show, you can...

Welcome to Season 5!!! This season, we're going to be looking at major historical events, people groups, and wars that impact the cultural and political fabric of Thedas. We're beginning this week with a look at the Avvar tribes. The Avvar were one of the three tribes of the Alamarri, and they are their own entity now, living in the Fereldan Frostback mountain range. We dig into their history, bel...

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into another main character and party companion from Dragon Age Origins, the one and only Morrigan. We talk about Morrigan's backstory, her childhood and role as Flemeth's daughter, her obsession with eluvians and ancient magic, the dark ritual, and more. We also talk about Morrigan's character growth and if she might make an appearance in Dragon Age: Dreadwol...

On this week's episode, the patrons join the show and compete against one another in a night of Dragon Age trivia! Do you think you can best any of the patrons? Listen and play along! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/dragonagelorecast?fan_landing=true If you enjoyed our podcast,...

This week, the Cups are diving into dragons and (most) of the many other species that are included in their family. We also discuss where we see, don't see, and what kinds of dragons we see in the appropriately-titled Dragon Age. Listen now for all the lore on dragons! 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...