#sa'lyn.irl

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one of these nubs is mine and stole my wallet the other’s is @drellvhen and stole my witty one liners

also titled why the fuck does salyn look like a fucked up cheeto puff smh

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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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1, 11, 17, and 20! (sorry there's so many, haha)

It’s no problem!! ♡ I’ll answer for both Sa'lyn and Farilis because my special gremlins are a package deal and I love talking about them. For reference, Sa’lyn is my Inquisitor and Farilis is her sister and one of her closest advisers, so her opinion matters.

1. What is their specialization and why?

I canon as having a specialization before the Inquisition, but in game Sa'lyn is an Assassin and Farilis is a Rift Mage. For writing however…

Sa'lyn: Assassin and Shadow. She chose to walk the Path of Shadows and turn her body into a weapons and a means to protect her clan and family.

Farilis: Keeper and Battlemage. She was the First to the Keeper before the events of Inquisition, and so has learned the magic of the old ways. However, she is also incredibly powerful and prone to lashing out with her magic when her emotions get out of hand. With this, Keeper Deshanna suggested she turn her powers to more offensive means.

11. Did they give Vivienne a snowy wyvern heart or lie? 

Sa'lyn: She completes the task for Vivienne as a sort of “I scratch your back” kind of way. While a thief and a killer, she does try to prove some semblance of trustworthiness to people she works with. She even takes Vivienne with her to kill the snowy wyvern as a show of her honesty. It’s mostly done as such to be a bargaining chip for “I will need your help later, here is proof I deserve it”. Morally, however, she doesn’t see much wrong with it. She has bigger fish to fry. 

Farilis: She respects Vivienne as a mage and recognizes her skill, however she disagrees strongly on her opinion of Templars and Circles. Regardless, past the discourse she agrees to Vivienne’s request as a show of that mutual respect and knowing of one another. 

 17. Mages or Templars? 

 Sa'lyn: Mages for sure. She grew up surrounded by magic, considering her parents and her identical twin sister are mages. She would do anything to protect them, regardless of opinions of the Inquisitor and Inquisition. 

 Farilis: Mages. “Fuck Templars.”

20. Do they trust Morrigan?

Sa’lyn: She trusts her knowledge to an extent. Sa’lyn finds it very hard to trust people not to betray her (comes with her line of work), but she believes Morrigan knows what she’s talking about when it comes to the Eluvian network at least. When they enter the Temple of Mythal, her trust quickly wanes when it becomes apparent Sa’lyn was a means to an end and flips on Morrigan, taking the Well of Sorrows for herself. She doesn’t actively seek out her council, but will heed her words if it suits the woman.

Farilis: Not at all. She does not like Morrigan what so ever and keeps her at arms length - if that. She believes she is simply a fraud with no idea what she’s talking about and will betray Sa’lyn at the drop of a pen. At the Temple of Mythal, she argues with her of the lore of her own people, further antagonizing their relationship. She makes no hesitations with the Well, although in my canon she begs Sa’lyn to let her take the burden of it. Sa’lyn disregards her and takes the Well for herself.

Thank you so much for the questions!! I also had a lot of fun last night with Cards Against Dragon Age, so thanks for stopping by!! ♡♡

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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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My lavellan is also a thot and they’re all valid I support them

WHO NEEDS A THOT PATROL WHEN YOU HAVE AN A R M A D A

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Angst/Fluff Prompt 43. for Sa'lyn

Ho ho hooo boy here we go. We’re goin’ down the angsty route. “I almost feel bad for you.”The comment had caught her off guard when it was said to her. No one simply approached the Inquisitor as that noble had at Halamshiral.

“What?”

“I said I almost feel bad for you, Inquisitor.” She couldn’t read their face behind their glittering mask. No one had been paying the either of them any mind considering the dancing had begun. She had put the conversation out of mind, considering the events of that evening involved the assassination of the Empress.

“Why would you feel bad for me?”

“We know the tale of the Herald falling from the Fade,” the noble had started, flicking their ornate fan out and cressing it over their mask. “Now, as Inquisitor, you’re expected to solve problems in a world that will not thank you. A Dalish, the Herald to our Lady to save the world. You will be judged as she was by the Tevinter Imperium.”

“I know that, thank you.”

They glanced over her, and she could feel the surge of annoyance even now after the fact of their judgement.“That is why I said - almost.”

She didn’t see much of that noble after, considering she had far bigger issues to deal with. Yet, after all the pageantry of Orlais she felt a little hollow in it all and their words. They had taken her image and warped it into a tale bigger than herself - part of the burden her title gave that no one told her about.

No one gave a damn on how she felt about becoming Inquisitor other than the expectation she fill that position. How could she say no to Cassandra; it had been Leliana’s plan to have her ask with the crowd watching her. She was their hope, no matter how much she didn’t want the title.

A soldier finished strapping in her horse, saying something she didn’t hear. A nod dismissed them.

Maybe she agreed with that noble. She almost felt bad for herself. A Dalish ripped from simplicity and forced into the world to be a hero.

Almost, considering she would never be the hero they expected.

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Sa’lyn Olympian Aesthetic Tag Post

Aphrodite: laughter-loving, sweet smiles, dressed in silk and satin, flower in their hair, thrives on attention, sees the world as a runway, unapologetically sexual, the sea washing their ankles, in love with love, stirrer of passion, cunning concealed by painted lips, secret daggers, doves, revolution in their kiss, delighting in the waves, flirtatious winks, strolling along the beach, staring wistfully from a balcony, this is how to be a heartbreaker, your girlfriend thinks they’re attractive, wants to be adored, gets turned on by danger

Apollo: glitz and glamour, art galleries, turning the volume up, being made of gold, neatly-organized music sheets, notebooks filled with poetry, bathing in the sunlight, the powerful urge to create, collecting vinyl records, beautiful cover of Wonderwall, playing multiple instruments, tasting like sunshine, healing touch, speaking in prophecies, smile mingled with wrath, shunning lies, sporting shades, hanging out at music festivals with their friends, sleeps naked, arrow to the heart, paint brushes, probably has a Tinder account

Ares: armed for battle, wants to raise a dog with their significant other, soft spot for children, gives piggyback rides, scarred body, blood on their hands, willing to fight the world for the ones they love, fights against injustice, warm hugs, well-worn combat boots, boxing gloves, bandages wrapped around bruised knuckles, fist raised in protest, ignites revolutions, fear is a prison, more sensitive than what their tough shell may have you think, exhausted, damaged goods, force to be reckoned with, red roses, curses under their breath

Artemis: keen senses of a hunter, freckles like constellations on their skin, piercing eyes, disheveled braid, moonlight peeking through the shadows, the calm of the forest at night, lying on the grass and staring at the stars, mother doe and her fawn, protecting their kin, the moon shimmering on a still lake, quiver full of arrows resting against the bark of a tree, running with wolves, bonding while circled around a campfire, not being much of a people person, arrow hitting its target, popping egos, patience on 3%, touches heaven and returns howling

Athena: discerning gaze, unreadable face, the patience of a life-long teacher, quiet museums, owl perched on their finger, armor that intimidates, eye for architecture, plays the sims for the sole purpose of building houses, studied the blade while everyone else was busy getting laid, big fan of logic, loves brain teasers, go-getter, balls of wool displayed on shelves, ancient buildings, sweaters in neutrals and cool colors, hair done up, can kill you with their brain, heads to the library often to research, sharpened pencils, abs that can cut steel, stoic statues, pottery classes  

Demeter: soil-covered hands, smile that can bloom flowers, skin loved by the sun, being the mom friend, can lift you and all of your friends, flowers kept in the pockets of overalls, takes pride in their beautiful garden, speaks to their plants, leaves rustling in the wind, stalks of wheat, picking fruit, greenhouses, heart as strong as a mountain, values simplicity, daisies dotted across a collarbone, curls crowned with flowers, folded pile of sweaters in warm hues, pulling out fresh-baked bread out of the oven and the smell wafting through the air

Dionysus: drunk shitposter, on their sixth glass of wine before you’ve even finished your second, seductive smirks, untamed curls, rich fabrics on dark skin, sleek-furred panthers, theater masks, stage productions, receiving a standing ovation, rose caught between their teeth, being the baby of the bunch, wild parties that last from sundown to sunup, creeping vines, inspiring loyalty, grand opera houses, masquerade balls, rolls of film, shattered chandeliers with broken glass scattered across the wine-spilled floor, pouring champagne into flutes, lives for the applause

Hephaestus: the calloused hands of someone who knows labor, sweaty brow, flame burning in their eyes, inventive mind, broad shoulders, steampunk goggles, nuts and bolts stored away in little boxes, ashes, striking a match, blueprints for future projects, fixing up a busted up car and giving it cool upgrades, wrestles with bitterness, work boots have seen better years, wrinkled plaid shirts, iron melted by blazing fire, huge jackets, crafting masterpieces, greased-stained overalls, fascination with robotics, pain is fuel, stack of weaponry, even their muscles have muscles

Hera: resting bitch face, dressed to the nines, cows grazing on a pasture, cool rain, loving and hating fiercely, hand clutching a string of pearls, large chandelier with glittering crystals, plays the sims for the sole purpose of killing off their sims, romance to realism, pictures of the sky while flying on a plane, files that under fuck it, downs glasses of wine as they relax with a scented bubble bath and netflix, like their selfie or you’re grounded, knows 57 convenient ways to murder a man, dark eyes that penetrate your soul, marble and gold

Hermes: devil-may-care smile, ink-stained hands, always up-to-date on the latest technology, will steal your french fries, does it for the vine, shitposter, puts googly eyes on everything, meme hoarder, long drives on the highway, ma and pop diners, spontaneous road trips, folded maps, fingers dancing across the keyboard of a laptop, shooting hoops on the basketball court, chatting up strangers as you all journey to your own destinations, goes jogging in the morning, mixes red bull with coffee, menace on april fool’s, hoodies and sneakers    

Poseidon: storm with skin, colorful coral reefs, waves crashing against the shore, the sea casting its spell, stroking the soft fur of a cat, their heart pounding as their horse’s gentle trot speeds into a gallop, tousled locks, clothes smeared with paint, owns several sketchbooks yet always yearns to own more, leather jackets, fondness for diy projects, handwriting that flows across the page, nimble fingers playing the strings of a violin, velvety singing voice that haunts your dreams, mood as ever-changing as the sea, the roar of a motorcycle, compass with a spinning arrow

Zeus: thunder in their heart, running on coffee, flash of lightning, natural charisma, eloquence, badass in a nice suit, aficionado of history, force of nature, lenny face, pretends that they don’t have feelings but they do, nightmare-filled nights, proud arm around their lover’s waist, high-rise buildings, planes soaring through a cloudless sky, technician on the piano, maintains order, strong handshake, juggling multiple events on their busy schedule with apparent ease, most likely to be voted class president out of their peers, expensive watch, like a boss

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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