#sa'lyn

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Share Three Songs That Remind You of Your OC(s)

I was tagged by @drellvhen to post three songs that fit with my OC, but considering I’m self-indulgent and love talking about my children I’m going to do Sa’lyn and Farilis like usual. Anyone can do this! I’m not sure who to tag, but if you do it tag me!! I’m always looking for music recs just ask anyone.

Sa’lyn Istimaethoriel Lavellan

Dark Times // The Weeknd ft. Ed Sheeran

Waking up, half past five Blood on pillow and one bruised eye Drunk too much, you know what I'm like But you should've seen the other guy This ain't the right time for you to fall in love with me Baby I'm just being honest And I know my lies could not make you believe We're running in circles that's why In my dark times I'll be going back to the street Promising everything I do not mean In my dark times, baby this is all I could be Don't think my mother could love me for me In my dark times, in my dark times

I really feel that this song represents Sa’lyn for who she is - she’s an assassin, and will put that before much of anything. While she does indulge on small, side romances and one night stands, she will never stay in one place - or with anyone - for too long. She doesn’t even believe it to be for the best, to her it’s just what it has to be.

Icarus // Bastille

Look who makes their own bed Lies right down within it And what will you have left? Out on the front doorstep Drinking from a paper cup You won't remember this Living beyond your years Acting out all their fears You feel it in your chest 

Sa’lyn was - and will always be - an Icarus. She’s meant to be a tragedy in the root of it all. Her constant desire for vengeance and to do what is right by her own judgement ends up being her downfall. She went to the Conclave to spy in the place of her sister, and it led her to becoming the Inquisitor; something she was not keen on becoming in the first place. That’s only the tip of the iceberg, considering he time of being Inquisitor is filled with similar decisions and all too familiar outcomes. She lets her own self be her downfall, and thus - Icarus.

float // EDEN

But I can float too, and I don't ask for much from you But maybe that's too much, too soon So I, keep rolling through the blackout No fires without some fallout Made peace out of the pieces Now I can't take it back now, no But I keep on track now up Yeah, that's all of it I gave up my youth for this 'cause I wanted it, and If you think that I need you then you're out of your head But I want you

So bring me down and drown me out I'll be waiting here when you're ready And I'll lay me down, unfinished now It hurts

So when you coming home? I could be what you need, girl If you want me to You know what they say, bruh That love gon' come back to you

So EDEN is shamelessly my favourite artist so ofc I gotta throw one of his songs in there- but for good reason. The lyrics aren’t so much the main focus as is the buildup and full out ambiance of the song. After the first in between the verses, it just has an very... rough beat, like a heart in a chest. To me, that screams Sa’lyn in her raw. The calm, but that honest thumping in her chest when she’s alone in her own thoughts. That everything she’s amounted will - in some fashion - come back to her. This is also my go to song for writing her in FiGG.

Farilis Istimaethoriel Lavellan

Crossfire, Part II // Stephen ft. Talib Kweli & KillaGraham

Walk by her in the path of righteousness I walk higher, toss liars In the pit of hell, caught in the crossfire Caught fire, from the big guns, these is not revolvers Violence only creates confusion, it ain't a problem solver Let's go, my skin is my dress code Just know, I need a personal Jesus I'm in Depeche Mode My best show is when the bullets hit the flesh slow This ain't a movie, dog, you know it when your chest explodes I'd trade my luck to know Why he's caught in the crossfire And I'm here waking up To the sun and the sound of birds Society's anxiety Deprived of all that we're blessed with We just can't get enough, no

One of the most critical factors for Farilis is the fact she has always been protected by Sa’lyn. She herself is very powerful and capable, but Sa’lyn projects her own fears onto Farilis. This is the only thing Farilis has really known since their father’s passing and her own self coming into her magic. She has been sheltered, and often wonders why when she is her own person with her own skills and capabilities. When Sa’lyn becomes Inquisitor, she explores her newfound freedom more now that her twin has turned her gaze elsewhere.

Broken Roots // Michl

Blank faces Here we are staring at these Blank pages How did the plans we drew Disappear in thin air? Now all that's left are Two blank faces I know we let gold fade to black Give me time enough to bring us back 'Cause I've been pouring my whole life in you Trying to resurrect the love we grew Yeah, we're both confused But I'll keep pouring my whole life into These broken roots

This song really does hit close to home. While I try not to involve a character’s romance too much into their own development, Solas leaving Farilis is a huge factor for her. For someone who never cast a second glance at most people, it was damn near gravitational for their romance to take the path that it did. She tries everything to salvage it (and who she was) afterwards, but to no avail. She does eventually find herself, and grows into someone she didn’t anticipate. Kind of a spark, if you will.

wrong // EDEN

But I could be more Isn't there more? Don't you dream of forgetting this? Have we forgotten what we want? Counting the wars and broken bones

Haven't we lost enough already? Isn't this more than what it's worth? Have we forgotten where we came from? Long way from laying in the dirt And if I can only dream of up from down there God, help me, I'll be gone Have I lost sight of everything I've worked for? Did I get this all wrong?

Another EDEN song? Of course! I reference these things like crazy! I love this guy! Point being - this song screams Farilis to me. The a capella just brings out the doubt that surrounds Farilis when her world is turned upside-down. She wants to know and do what’s best for her, Sa’lyn, and her people considering Solas’ intentions. Where she was once proud of herself, she has been humbled and understands that now she needs to find out who she wants to be.

[viir-banalras]

DAI Codex prompt 5,7,13

5. A note/letter found in your OC’s pocketInquisitor -The roads through the Frostbacks are ready for the worst. Or best, knowing you. Scattered bandits but nothing we can’t handle. You would think they knew the Inquisition banner by heart, but you can’t fix stupid.Storvacker says hello!- Harding7. Something written by a diplomat who has stayed at SkyholdTo my Dearest Patron, Madame Comtesse Jaqueline -You may wonder the status of the Inquisition and my involvement of her movements. Worry naught! I have seen the best of what Andraste and her Chosen have to offer, and you must surely acknowledge my opinion considering what little choice we have in this world.Inquisitor Lavellan is an enchanting woman to say the least - never mind her humble origins. Her words are bold and without hesitation, woven by a clever tongue and mind. I had dare not speak about her being an elf, lest she take those words and cut me down with them. Her eyes matched the tear in the sky, along with her ever strange tattoos that the wild elves wear with pride. Skyhold was brimming with people willing to sacrifice everything at the wave of her hand, and I stand in both fear and awe of such a woman with the ability to command such throes of the faithful.Andraste has chosen a curious and unusual Champion. I would have my doubts, had she not be our only hope. I beg you to ally with her, or the fate of you house will be left in the dust.- Eternally and Faithfully Yours,V. Apelles13. Something written about your OC in the two years between defeating Corypheus and the beginning of TrespasserA note, confiscated from two kitchen workers after a brawl. It has their replies scribbled back and forth:I don’t think that she’s bound to retire - she’s a woman with it all. She could take over Orlais if she wanted. - AYou don’t really think that she has it all, do you? She’s happy now and would be happy to leave, I think. Always smiling instead of grim now. She’s probably tired of war. - MShe never looked grim when Corypheus was alive. She just looked... plain. - AThat’s a lie and you know it. You didn’t see her after Adamant, after Halam. You didn’t see her with that shadow hanging over her when they all got back from the Wilds. I’m the one who brings her meals and I know she’s tired of war. The world on her back and she’s critics like you. - MMaybe she should have them. - AThank you so much for the ask!!

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For the Inquisitor ask meme: 5. Who is their favourite follower and adviser?

Tumblr pls why the lack of notificationsFor Sa’lyn, her favorite follower is probably Iron Bull mostly because she relates with a lot of his morals, or lack thereof. She strongly disagrees with the Qun, but she encourages him to save the Chargers considering they’re basically his family - something she herself has always gone above and beyond for.Advisor - a default would be Cullen but she agrees with the other ladies most of the time. Assassins and Bards go hand in hand, and more often than not Sa’lyn defaults to Leliana’s judgement. However, she still loves her Commander at the end of the day.Thank you for the ask!! <3

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1, 6, 10 xoxo -timeforelfnonsense

YEAAAAAA I’ll do Sa’lyn because I’m basic af and I looove talking about her. ;; my sweet child1. What color represents them?Pre-Inquisition: Crimson, Black, and SilverInquisition: Emerald, GoldTrespasser: Black, EmeraldI like to base my characters around a color pallet that is default to their position (like the Warden and Silver/Grey and Blue). Emerald is a big ringer for Sa’lyn because of the mark and the involvement of the Breach, as well as her vallaslin and eye color.

6. What’s their alignment? (chaotic good, neutral evil, etc.)Sa’lyn is Chaotic Neutral. She’s fiercely independent and straightforward with her priorities - which involve making sure Farilis is safe and her clan is unharmed. Her means are morally questionable, however. She will kill people, steal their items, and harass them until she can guarantee that her family will be safe. Of course, this infinite wisdom of her’s led her to doubting her sister’s capabilities of going to the Conclave, and took her place. As Inquisitor she mostly defers to her advisors before making an executive decision since she’s mildly aware that she’s not the pinnacle of leading. She can lead, but probably not down the best path for an army.

10. Do they have any family?Yes! She has an identical twin sister named Farilis. Her mother is Keeper Deshanna, and she often butts heads with her over how the clan should function, what Farilis should do/be doing, and general opinions. It intensifies when she becomes Inquisitor. As for her father, Athras, he was an apostate that escaped a Circle and met the Keeper. She adored him, but he was killed by wildfire that destroyed the camp - inspiring her to be the way she is to protect others. She also has some distant cousins in other clans, but everyone else in Lavellan is family in the non-blood relation. 

Thank you so much for the ask!! ;* <3

[fenyatta]

tbh cullen's relationship with sa'lyn lavellan makes my face clear, all of my worries gone, puts me at peace, makes angels cry,