Dragon Age Lorecast

This week, the Cups are looking at dwarven-related creatures: golems and rock wraiths. Golems were created by the dwarf and Paragon Caridin, while rock wraiths are creatures native to the Deep Roads that featured in dwarves fairy tales. These fairy tales were often told to dwarven children. Join us this week as we look at these two creatures of the Deep Roads. If you love our show, you can support...

HAPPY DRAGON AGE DAY YALL! Today, we're unpacking the full survey results. Thank you so so much for taking our survey. We received over 1000 entries, and we're thankful for all of y'all! Make sure you give a big thank you to CloudyAtlas for helping us with this survey. 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...

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into another main character and party companion from Dragon Age 2, the one and only Merrill. We talk about Merrill's backstory, her two clans, her obsession with elusions, and more. We also theorize about whether or not Merrill would support Solas's goals and if she might make an appearance in Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. If you love our show, you can support us on...

This week, the Cups discuss the lore surrounding the halla--the elven deer creature. We deep dive into the halla, and you guessed it--the elven gods, too. We talk about the halla as a symbol of the Dalish and as something they worship even more than they worship the Evanuris. Listen now! If you love our show, you can support us on Patreon! With certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! http...

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, the Cups and the patrons discuss what ideas they have for their very own Dragon Age television show! Some of these ideas included stories from the novels, tv versions of the games, and more! If you want to join us on the show next month, make sure to sign up as a patron by December! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron...

Welcome to Season 4! In this week's episode, the Cups talk about mabari--the best boys and girls of Thedas! We talk about how the mabari are the best pets ever, their origins, folk stories behind them, and their association with Ferelden. We especially hope to get another mabari companion or summonable unit in DAD! TAKE THE DRAGON AGE LORECAST COMMUNITY SURVEY HERE!! If you love our show, you can...

HAPPY SPOOKTOBER! Jennasis and Virvada dressed up as Teecup and Shecup for Halloween....these are the results! In this episode, we discuss the cutest vermin in all of Thedas--NUGS. Surprisingly, there's actually a lot of lore on this topic, so buckle up and get ready for this nugtastic Halloween episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast. Follow the two girls on Twitter @twogirlsoneship If you love our sh...

In this week's episode, the Cups—along with Cyke from the MCU Lorecast and Mass Effect Blue Shift Podcast—dive into another main character and party companion from Dragon Age 2, the one and only Anders. We talk about Anders' backstory, escape attempts from the Circle, his joining with Justice, and his plot to bomb the Chantry. We also spend time discussing and analyzing Anders' opinions of elves,...

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, the Cups and the patrons discuss ideas of origin stories for the upcoming Dragon Age game, Dragon Age: DreadWolf. We also mention a few general ideas for DA:D and discuss origin stories from Dragon Age Origins and Dragon Age 2. If you want to join us on the show next month, make sure to sign up as a patron by November! Want to chime in on the conv...

Join Austin and Shelby as they end their discussion on spirits. This week we take a look at a few lesser known spirits--the spirits of curiosity, knowledge and command. As well as we have a deep discussion on what constitutes a spirit, and if the inclusion of these spirits break the lore. If you love our show, you can support us on Patreon! With certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! htt...

In this week's episode, the Cups—along with Bee and Vega from the When in Thedas Podcast—dive into another main character and party companion from Dragon Age: Inquisition, Vivienne. We talk about Vivienne's backstory, accomplishments, role in the Circles, the Orlesian Court, and in the Inquisition. We also spend time discussing and analyzing how prejudice and unintentional racism have factored int...

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, the Cups and the patrons discuss which demons we would be most susceptible to and why. We also mention which demons we would not be susceptible to and which demons are just kinda weird. If you want to join us on the show next month, make sure to sign up as a patron by October! Want to chime in on the conversation? You too can become a patron at th...

Welcome to the Inheritance Cycle Page by Page: A Book Club and Discussion Podcast! The Cups, also known as Austin and Shelby, will be reading through the Inheritance Cycle books and analyzing them one chapter at a time. We're starting off today with Prologue, and all the mysteries that it offers. Join our Cups Podcasting and More discord server, where we dive deep into discussions about all your f...

In this week's episode, the Cups tackle three more spirits—faith, hope, and wisdom. These three spirits are very common in the games, and we dive into where we've seen them in action. We also hypothesize about some unknown spirits, and if they could be one of these three types. If you love our show, you can support us on Patreon! With certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.pa...

In this week's episode, the Cups are joined by Allisondraste to discuss 4 types of different spirits. We've finished our mini-series on demons, so we are pivoting toward spirits. We spend time talking about these three types of spirits, where we see them in the lore/games, and we even hypothesize about some unknown types of spirits encountered in the games. If you love our show, you can support us...

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 o...

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...

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 Firs...

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...

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...

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...

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 y...

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...

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, Shelby and Austin chat with all of the First Enchanter tier patrons about who makes the best Divine Victoria—spoiler alert: we don't really come up with one answer! 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...

In this week's episode, the Cups dive into both the Fade and the Veil. You've probably heard a lot about both of these topics, and you may even be confused about the differences between the two. Most of the major players in Thedas each have their own ideas about the history and theology behind the Fade and the Veil. Austin and Shelby unpack these claims, what we DO know about the Fade and the Veil...