#dragon age asks

[halla-hunts-the-wolf]

Not a prompt, but do you think Lucanis has an 'oh, shi–' moment when he realizes he's caught feelings for Rook? Or do you suspect it is more of a "Won't Say I'm In Love" situation where he just refuses to acknowledge it for the longest time?

A little of column A, a little of column B.

I'm a Demisexual-Lucanis Truther, so he might not suss out his feelings for Rook right away. You know, there's that moment of confusion where you question if your feelings are platonic or romantic.

He definitely knows what a crush feels like because he had feelings for Viago in the past, but I think his "Oh Shit" moment happened during that first kiss scene in Veilguard. I mean, we actively see it happen on screen! He gets caught up in his attraction, he flirts back, he gets pulled into Rook's orbit, and then he realizes how far he's fallen right before their lips touch.

At that point, he can't deny that he has feelings for Rook. He also has confirmation that Rook likes him back, which, depending on how you headcanon it, could be a whole new territory for him.

But while he can't deny that Rook turns his world upside down, he can insist a relationship is a bad idea. That's where column B comes in, and I wish we had more of this tension in-game. We've heard it before, right? "I'm an abomination, and it could be dangerous to be with me!"

Not that we, or our Rooks, care. But there are other factors he can throw in there, too. He's an Antivan Crow, he's the future First Talon, it's unlikely they're going to survive facing the Evanuris, he's not experienced when it comes to relationships, etc.

In the end, though, his feelings for Rook are too potent to ignore. For one, he has a spirit in his head who probably doesn't leave him alone about his affections, and for two, he constantly has to watch Rook risk their lives, which is the perfect recipe for love confessions. Like, I need to tell you how much I love you before we perish, actually.

[antivan-sprig]

Obscure Emotion Asks

It’s been far too long since I put out some asks!

✨ Most of these were inspired by entries in The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows, which is a a very fun site to browse for writing inspiration / Shameless self promo linky to all my other ask prompts ✨

Existentialism

Occhiolism- Describe a time when Rook realized how small and insignificant they are.

Nodus Tollens- Has Rook ever felt like their life didn’t make sense to them anymore?

Ellipsism- Does Rook ever worry about what will happen in the future when they are no longer here?

Nighthawk- does Rook have any recurring thoughts/fears/responsibilities which seemingly only appear at night?

Moments

Chrysilism- Where does Rook feel the most safe?

Kairosclerosis- Does Rook ever feel (felt?) truly, unabashedly happy?

Ludiosis- Up until now, has Rook felt like they had a plan for their lives? Or are they a “fly by the seat of their pants” type?

Keyframe- describe a moment in Rook’s life that seemed inconsequential, but actually changed them (their trajectory, beliefs, values) greatly?

Dead Reckoning- Describe a death which affected Rook more than they thought it would.

Recurrent

Jouska- What’s one argument/fight Rook wishes they could do over? What would they do differently and why does it bother them?

Altschmerz- What flaws, anxieties, or shortcomings has Rook always had? Have they tried to change these, or have they just accepted them as part of who they are?

Rigor Samsa- What’s a recurring defense mechanism that Rook relies on, but also seemingly always makes things worse?

Liberosis- What’s one responsibility Rook wishes they could overlook?

Images

Gnossienne- is there anyone in Rook’s life that they wish they could (or could have) known better?

Mimeomia- how does Rook feel they relate and fit in to their faction and/or culture? (Ex: does Rook identify with their surface dwarven identity?)

Catoptric Tristesse- Does Rook generally believe that others know them well?

Exulansis- What’s something about themselves that Rook feels like they can never fully share with anyone else?

Conflation

Sonder- What question(s) does Rook wish they could ask a complete stranger? (Ex: Liselath wonders about people’s childhoods a lot, she wishes she could ask if they consider it a positive experience.)

Silience- What’s a talent of Rook’s that hides in plain sight?

Poggled- describe something that Rook often overlooks despite interacting with a lot.

Mal de Coucou- Does Rook have many friends? How many people do they feel truly close to?

[high-in-hardtown]

Harding truthers, what is your favorite ship based on who you think would be the best partner for Lace long-term? Who do you see her settling down with 'once this is all over'? Feel free to leave a reply with character-specific details/OCs/headcanons

The Inquisitor

Rook

Taash

Charter

Dagna

Blackwall

Another member of the Inquisition (specify below)

Another member of the Veilguard (specify below)

Other (rare pair/hear me out)

No one (???)

[insert throuple here]

Polycule? (whomst?)

Voting ended onJun 17, 2025

[ladyofcrowsandcoffee]

rook story time: 7 please? 💜

Ask post

7. Rook being taught an important skill.

Carphira had been under the care of Viago for a few months now. Despite her natural talent in some areas like evasion, lock picking, pickpocketing, and gaining intel unnoticed almost every other talon saw a liability for their house. Viago whether due to stubbornness or seeing more than even Heir had in her was convinced she'd make a fine crow. Teia was also interested in her but felt Viago would be a better fit.She wasn't going to complain as it meant not having to steal or scrounge for food. She sat cross-legged across from Viago more focused on his multiple venomous animals in their enclosures than his arguing with Teia. Today's lesson was on poison making. Here's hoping I do better than my first time crafting a poison. Her first attempt at making poison went horribly she'd made a lethal poison but had melted the glass container used to mix it slightly. Viago was quick to throw it out the room when it started making a hissing sound with sparks coming off of it. Still don't know how he expected a child to craft a poison. Carphira tilted her head listening to the debate over if adder's kiss or quiet death was more appropriate to teach her. “Carphira join us we'll continue your lesson after lunch,” Viago said. Carphira stood up. Her dark red hair was in a ponytail. She followed behind both talons silently. The boots Viago recently given her were prone to making a clacking against the stone unless you deliberately made your steps land softer. She scanned ahead studying every door and hiding spot for a threat. Those almost two years on the street ingrained the habit.

“What’s a way to drop suspicion in public,” Teia asked.

“Disappearing into the shadows and weaponizing my age with a vendor or a unassuming person like a parent with kids. Particularly by asking if they've seen my parent teary eyed or asking for help finding an item on the list said parent sent me out for,” Carphira said confidently.

“See Viago she's a clever girl. Even the most determined spy would look at those big purple eyes filled with tears and think she's just a harmless kid.”

Viago made an annoyed exhale. Lunch was in the usual smaller dinning room instead of the one they used for meetings. It was filled with wood items and the occasional pop of red or purple. A small feast was spread out over the table. Carphira noticed Viago was standing against the wall instead of testing every dish. She narrowed her eyes slightly but kept her expression neutral. “Carphira part of being a fledgling is knowing what's safe to eat. You're to figure out which dishes are poisoned and explain your reason.” “So this is today's lesson got it.” The first item she investigated was the coffee items. The coffee based the silver stick test when she poured it into her mug. As did the milk. She studied the white sugar. Some the granules looked different in the crystal structure. Cyanide when in its crystal structure mimics white sugar while being undetectable until symptoms appear . “The sugar is poisoned with cyanide. The crystal structure is slightly different than sugar would be and is less uniform than the sugar crystals.” Viago didn't react more than rubbing his beard. The next two dishes were safe. A mixed berry salad was her next target. Let's see strawberries, blackberries, and something mimicking blueberries which can only be deadly nightshade berries. “There's deadly nightshade berries in the berry salad. They look like blueberries if you just glance at them.” Teia gave Viago a smirk. He was biting his lip slightly it would've been barely noticeable if she wasn't looking for micro-expressions or tells. Carphira hid how much this lesson scared her every time she turned to face Viago with her reasoning. With only two more items on the table to look at her stomach was twisting into a knot. The next item was a chicken pasta dish that wasn't poisoned. The final item was an aged manchego cheese. It being placed after the main dishes that were hot was already suspicious in itself. A semi soft cheese should be by the fruit in table placement. She studied it scrutinizing every detail. The wind was the wrong color instead of the usual yellow or beige color it was stark white. A nutty cheese can hide a nutty poison.

“The manchego is poisoned with arsenic. No Antivan worth their salt would ever place a semi soft cheese by hot dishes where it can melt. The rind should be a yellow or beige due to the plants used to wrap it. The pattern is slightly off because it isn't a true herringbone pattern but someone mimicking one. It's also a nutty cheese so a nutty poison wouldn't be noticed. Finally there's grey granules in the wedge cut from the wheel. They should've used yellow arsenic as it is more reactive and easier to hide in a cheese,” she said crossing her arms as she looked at Viago. He smiled proudly. Carphira relaxed just enough to release tension in her shoulders. While she trusted him to not let her die this was the first time he'd poisoned food and the stakes felted higher than they were. “You did good and were correct on all the poisons used. But you need to master being more subtle with your silver test a contract seeing that will get you killed.” “Told you she'd pass with flying colors. You don't survive as a thief without being observant. Carphira you did amazing especially on the cheese that's one I've seen full fledged crows fail on.” “I'll work on my slight of hand then. Thank you both.”

Carphira ate lunch in relative peace of mind. Except whenever she had took a sip of the coffee that was just black with cream. She managed to hide her disgust with every sip despite considering maybe the poisoned sugar would be worth the risk.

[minthe-drawings]

Hi! I saw in your tags that you’ve been a dragon age fan for a while, is there any that you recommend for first time players?

Hi anon !!!

I would suggest you to try out Dragon Age Inquisition first. Cause sadly if you don't have an older gen PC both Dragon Age Origins and Dragon Age 2 will crash on you... It's rough ><

TBH you can def start with Veilguard if lore isn't that important to you :DD

[circetalia]

For the Rook ask meme, how about #12 and #24?

So, I have 2 Rooks that I'm working on and writing about, all still in development, but I'll introduce one here!

For Vivia-

#12- What do they think about their room in the Lighthouse?

•Honestly, Vivia couldn't really care less about where she sleeps. She's used to sleeping anywhere so long as it has a couch or bed, so she's completely fine with the chaise lounge. She does wish the room was a little bigger, though, mainly with more places to hide her poisons she carries. As an Antivan Crow, she's used to having poisons accessible to her. Does she know she can get more chests and cabinets if she wants? Yes, but she's also very stubborn and will complain about it.

#24-What's a lie Rook's told before, and why?

•Oh, she's a big liar depending on who you ask (*cough* Viago *cough*). Her biggest lie would've been why she chose to attack Antaam the day she met Varric. She knew about the plans she would be fucking over for the Crows, but she still did it anyway. Her lie was that she had a contract out for a specific Antaam in that group, and it just got messy, but she knew that if she didn't strike, then she'd fail the contract. Viago saw right through that, he's the one who personally oversee's contracts. He knew she didn't have a contract on an Antaam. Later, when he pulled her aside to yell at her about it, she admitted she saw that if the Crows didn't act then, the risk of loosing the captives would've been too great, so she went against the Crows' orders. This led to her meeting Varric, and Viago seeing the danger Vivia would be in if she stayed, sent her to help Varric.

For Eliane (Introducing my next Rook OC!!) -

For some context before I answer on her end: She's a Veil Jumper! However, I want to note she does not share the same last name as Veilguard gives us. She's my Inquisitor's little sister, so her last name is Lavellan, and she's a mage!

#12- What do they think about their room in the Lighthouse?

•Eliane spent most of her life sleeping on bedrolls, in tents, and outside in the forest with her clan. Having a room all to herself unsettles her. She's grateful for the window that has an aquarium in it. It does help her feel at ease a bit, but still. The room personally feels cold compared to the forests. She's more than likely to be found in the conservatory with Harding rather than her room most nights. It's the closest thing she has to home, after all.

#24-What's a lie Rook's told before, and why?

•She rarely lied when she was growing up. It was hard to in the clan, she felt she had eyes always watching her. However, when her brother was sent to spy on the Conclave and they'd heard the news of its explosion, she needed to find some way to help and possibly find her brother. Eventually, during a ruin excursion when looking for supplies the clan could use, she came across a book about blood magic. She hid the book and didn't tell anyone about it, practicing its contents in secret. Eventually the keeper caught wind of the magical energies it was causing. They questioned all the mages in the camp on it, and Eliane lied about not knowing what it was. She also promised that she would never do blood magic, and agreed on its evil properties. However, she kept practicing, believing that it would be key in helping her brother. She didn't need to kill anyone, she found out she could use her own blood. No harm would be done in her eyes. The clan eventually found out, and she was cast out for it, leading her to venture north into Arlathan.

Ahh, I could just write on and on about them! Currently, I do not know if they exist in the same universe or not, but it could be an interesting idea!

[flamemittens]

For the DA Veilguard meme! 1, 6 and 8!

From this question list here!

What was the first Dragon Age game you played?

It was Dragon Age: Origins, back in mid-2010. DA:O was also the first video game I played by myself - my husband (then boyfriend) introduced me to gaming and Bioware. Hilariously I played it on my Mac, that pinnacle of gaming hardware - the colours were all strange, and there were a host of other issues but I didn't know any better at the time and thought it was all great. It was only when he built me a proper gaming pc that I was able to appreciate what the game could actually look like - and I finally got to figure out why you could ask the dog to clean you up after a battle - the Mac couldn't render blood splatter on armor so I had no idea that was a thing, and was super confused at that dialogue interaction on the first playthrough!

6. Do you have your Rook(s) planned out to any degree? If so, would you share some details or ideas you have?

Overall it's very nebulous at the moment, I must admit. I do have some solid name ideas, but it will depend on what race I decide to play, and if 'Rook' is a surname or a nickname. Looks like it's the former I think? I haven't decided on an origin yet.

Class-wise, the first go around will probably be a mage - I'm pretty certain of that as it's my favourite in most games. Rogue was fun in DA:I, so that is a possibility too at some point.

8. What faction are you most excited to learn more about?

I am always interested in our old friends the Grey Wardens and the Antivan Crows, but in terms of the 'newer' factions, probably the Mourn Watch in Nevarra intrigues me the most so far.

I have the DA: Tevinter Nights book coming soon - and have dug out my DA Encyclopaedia books too - so looking forward to getting that and learning more.

Thank you for the ask! <3

[speremint]

Is your Inquisitor any good at Wicked Grace? On a scale of "bets against an antivan and wins" to "does the run of shame back to their quarters," how devastating are their losses?

She was a lot better when she still had her Saarebas mask on, solely because it hid her tells 😂