Dragon Age Lorecast

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...

In this week's episode, the Cups and Virvada discuss the man, the myth, the legend—Solas. We'll unpack his story and character arc, as well as his romance and the claims he makes about his identity. We'll also talk about what we like and dislike about Solas and maybe even make a few predictions for DA:D. SPOILERS WARNING: We make this disclaimer at the beginning of the episode, but if you haven't...

In this week's episode, The Cups dissect red lyrium—its creation, effects, and impact on the lore of the Dragon Age universe. We also take a look into how red lyrium impacts the templars, as compared to regular lyrium. 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...

In this episode, the Cups talk all about lyrium—its uses, effects, and the beliefs surrounding it. You might only think of lyrium as part of a potion that helps you in Dragon Age Origins. But the lore around lyrium is much, much deeper. We also talk about some conspiracy theories surrounding lyrium, as well as some ways that it may play into Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. If you love our show, you can sup...

On this week's episode of the Dragon Age Lorecast, Shelby and Austin chat with all of the First Enchanter tier patrons about their most favorite and least favorite romances in Dragon Age—with representation from all three games! Plus several hot takes, of course! 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/drago...

Welcome to SEASON THREE! This season is all about magic, and we're starting off this week with a basic overview of what magic even is, where it comes from, and how it works. We dive into different specializations, schools of magic, and what magic has looked like throughout history and in modern-day Thedas. If you love our show, you can support us on Patreon! With certain tiers, you can even join u...

Join us for this very special episode where we discuss and theorize about the name of the next Dragon Age game. On Thursday, June 2nd, BioWare released the name of the next installment of the Dragon Age series--Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. In this bonus minis ode, we share our thoughts and expectations about the name. Sign up to join us ON THE SHOW by becoming one of our Tier 3 Patrons and joining our P...

In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby are joined by Jennasis of the Two Girls One Ship podcast to talk alllll about Zevran Arainai from Dragon Age Origins. In this character deep dive, we talk all about what makes Zevran, well Zevran! We also discuss his impact on us and why we love him. This is our LAST episode of season 2! We'll be back next week with Season 3! Sign up to join us ON THE SHOW...

In this week's episode, Austin and Shelby cover THREE dwarven factions. These three factions are the Silent Sisters, the Sha-Brytol, and the Legion of the Dead. You might be familiar with one or two of these, but maybe not all three. Join us as we unpack each one of these factions. This is our LAST faction episode, so we are finishing up Season 2! Join us for Season 3 soon! Sign up to join us ON T...

On this week's episode, we chat with our FIRST First Enchanter patron, Derek B.! In this episode, we chat about alllll things Dragon Age, including some of our favorite things about Dragon Age Origins, ideas we have for the games, as well as what we hope to see in Dragon Age 4. If you're interested in joining us, make sure to sign up to join us ON THE SHOW by becoming one of our Tier 3 Patrons and...

Throughout this week's episode, Teecup and Shecup unpack the Venatori. You might know quite a bit about this faction, as they are a major antagonist of Dragon Age: Inquisition. But we also uncover much more about them along the way. You might be wondering who these members of the Venatori even are, or how much power they have in Tevinter. Or you might be wondering how much the Tevinter Imperium of...

This week's episode is a three-for-one! Shecup and Teecup take a look at three different factions, two Orlesian and one Rivaini. These factions are the Council of Heralds, the Bards of Orlais, and the Lords of Fortune respectively. Maybe you know nothing about these three factions. Or maybe you're super excited about the Lords of Fortune after reading Tevinter Nights. Or maybe you're a mix of both...

In this week's episode, Shecup and Teecup host our FIFTH character deep dive on Dorian Pavus. We talk about the nitty gritty and the history of his life, as well as analyzing his character and writing. We even get a comparison to Miranda Lawson from BioWare's Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 thrown in there. Join us during this episode as we talk all about Dorian Pavus of Tevinter! Make sure to sig...