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[Megavice]

So i learned that dragon Age 3 will possibly or is being set in Oralis. While that seems interesting, as i always enjoyed the idea of that country i am not sure it really fits the plot that might be going with it

I know that the game isn't even out yet and i dont think its even being developed as i heard rumours that it likely got delayed? But last i heard it was going to focus on the conflict between the mages and templars.

To me what would be a better idea would be to focus instead upon the ideas of demoracy and the conflict between the upper and lower classes. it seems more fitting as Oralis is basically a representation of France and it would seem the most logical thing to do would be to draw inspiration from such things as the French revolution. Hell, Bioware could even create their own Napoleon figure which would fit well within the context of what i suggested, a brave and mighty rebellion leader who, along with those who fight with him become corrupted by their own power and become the very tyrants they saught to destroy. This fits rather well with the culture that Bioware created in their fictional country as i remember hearing about Knights being able to do what they wanted to the common folk and nobles having mad power plays.


.What does everyone else think of Dragon Age 3 being set on Oralis and the possible themes it will follow? I personally want more to do the Darkspawn and the Maker.

Modifié par Megavice, 17 juillet 2012 - 12:41 .

[PainS]

I have no problems with DA 3 being set in Orlais, just don't make the buildings as boring-looking as in DA 2. Orlais is supposed to be fancy right?

I agree with the Maker being somehow involved in the story. Not as a character though, but answers about ancient history should be given, not to the whole world, but I'd rather have it if me and my companions know about the truth.

I think the third game should just focus on solving the problems made in the previous 2 games. No introduction of some new civil war or stuff like that. Focus on the unanswered questions, and later, once you do that, the events of the previous two games should lead up to a plot twist or twists that would then introduce the new conflict. Players go against a new foe and solve the new story conflict.

Making a new problem/conflict would be quite the challenge as it's hard to connect it to the existing conflict of the DA universe (OGB and the war, perhaps even Flemeth).

[andar91]

There's already a thread that, for the most part, is about this topic. http://social.biowar.../index/13166307

That said, your ideas aren't bad. I think the rich vs. the poor could be very interesting, but I don't think it will be a focus area for the game. The Templars, Seekers, mages, and Chantry will likely play the biggest role in the story (and I'm praying to every deity that Morrigan and Flemeth are important too).

By the way, there was never any confirmation (that I know of) that DA3 was delayed, which would have been impressed as the game hasn't even been announced. But I'm pretty sure all of that is just speculation.

[MisterJB]

Does this means almost everyone we speak to will have an orlesian accent?

[Xilizhra]

I consider the idea of an Orlesian setting to be crap and would much rather play in Tevinter, but... eh. I suppose we'll work with what we've got.

[Megavice]

Ah i remember hearing rumours that it was being delayed so the team could work on SWTOR. But rumours are rumours, take them as you will.

yeah i know that it would be tricky to introduce a new conflict. It will be tricky as well though for bioware to scrap it all together with what happened in Dragon Age 2. Then again i am not sure if anyone had a problem with a plot focusing on the Templars and Mages. I personally miss the Grey Wardens.

I never played DA2 so is there one in the game or any mention of them?

[thats1evildude]

Megavice wrote...

I personally miss the Grey Wardens.

I never played DA2 so is there one in the game or any mention of them?

Aside from the option for your brother or sister to enlist in the Wardens, the Legacy DLC is set entirely in a Grey Warden fortress.

Modifié par thats1evildude, 17 juillet 2012 - 01:04 .

[I Like Cats And]

andar91 wrote...

There's already a thread that, for the most part, is about this topic. http://social.biowar.../index/13166307

That said, your ideas aren't bad. I think the rich vs. the poor could be very interesting, but I don't think it will be a focus area for the game. The Templars, Seekers, mages, and Chantry will likely play the biggest role in the story (and I'm praying to every deity that Morrigan and Flemeth are important too).

By the way, there was never any confirmation (that I know of) that DA3 was delayed, which would have been impressed as the game hasn't even been announced. But I'm pretty sure all of that is just speculation.

As a matter of fact one of the staff was on here a couple days ago and said that the idea that DA3 was delayed is only speculation.......

[MisterJB]

thats1evildude wrote...
Aside from the option for your brother or sister to enlist in the Wardens, the Legacy DLC is set entirely in a Grey Warden fortress.

Also, they appear during Act 2 where either Stroud or Alistair hint they are heading towards Orlais because a new threat is on the rise.

[Dintonta]

I think a poor classes uprising against an oppressive nobility would be a great plot to set in Orlais!

It could be initiated by elves, followed by like-minded poor humans (such as Liselle), then by dalish elves and mages in an alliance against both those who hold the power (the nobles) and those who support them (the Chantry).
In the example you proposed (the French Revolution) the Church was held accountable for its support to the monarchy.
It would ironically mirror Andraste's revolt against the old Tevinter Imperium...

Honestly, during DA:O, I would have loved the opportunity to initiate a revolution in Ferelden, instead of having to crown the candidate I disliked the less of both... Bad timing, I suppose, with the Blight and all...

Megavice wrote...

Hell, Bioware could even create their own Napoleon figure...

I've a hunch they already did... 
Don't you hear the rhyme between "Napoleon" and "Emperor Kordilius Drakon" and all that war-monger stuff about him conquering neighboring countries?
But I think I get your point, it would be much more interresting if the player him/herself had to take difficult political initiatives instead of judging those of others. (A bit like with Belhen story-line, but in the shoes of Belhen...)

[Orian Tabris]

You're thinking of Liselle, the Orlesian flower saleswoman. She said that Chivaliers can do whatever they wanted to the common folk. I would enjoy such a Napoleon-esque character being introduced. And being able to take part in, or arrange, an orgy or whatever nobles do in Orlais - preferrably as a main, or significant to the plot, quest - would be an interesting theme/concept to explore. Leliana oft spoke of intrigue within Orlais, especially when it comes to bards, so a quest of the espionage kind, like in MoTA, will be likely, and oh, so much fun.

If they do decide to create a Napoleon type character, I sincerely hope s/he will be a bard. And if Marjolaine, or one of her assoiates, plays a major part in his/her under-handed deeds, that would make it all the better. I always end up killing Marjolaine anyway, but I seem to recall someone saying she doesn't really die. If it's just a mention, or maybe Marjolaine has another student in Orlais that she was training while searching for Leli, that would suffice for me.

Espionage, something with espionage as it's major theme. I would enjoy that!

Modifié par Orian Tabris, 17 juillet 2012 - 02:32 .

[Plaintiff]

I'm fine with DA3 being set wherever it's set.

But last I heard, they were at least looking at having us travel to multiple countries in Thedas.

[KiwiQuiche]

If the main character speaks with an Orlesian accent, I won't be able to deal with it; bad enough listening to Leliana in DAO. I would be fine with just traveling to Orlais, but having to listen to that accent everywhere? No.

[Randomjack]

I think it would be really neat. Orlais sounds like an interesting and distinct society in terms of culture, structure, and such than Ferelden. I don't know that it should be exclusively set there, lest the contrast be lost, but definitely it would make a great major location.

Unlike shoes, when Leliana talked about Orlais I was not faking interest!

[Eilaras]

 I think the locations in DA3 will be set in both Orlais, Ferelden and the Free marches, maybe even Nevarra.... wich is awesome! 

Modifié par Eilaras, 17 juillet 2012 - 08:57 .

[MichaelStuart]

According to Asunder Orlias is in the middle of a civil war.
I hope this is still happening in Dragon Age 3, because I enjoy being able to play the kingmaker.

[adam1986shadow]

Ughh I hate the terrible snooty French accent they have!

[Patchwork]

I'm undecided about the PC having an Orliasian accent. I don't particularly want a French sounding VA but I don't see the point of being a Ferelden refuge again to justify a nondescript English one.

[Jerrybnsn]

MisterJB wrote...

Does this means almost everyone we speak to will have an orlesian accent?

The movie Dawn of the Seeker, which was set in Orlais, mostly had British accent characters with just a smidgeon of French accent characters such as the Divine.  I think Cassandra was suppose to have a French accent, but the British one kept coming through.

Modifié par Jerrybnsn, 17 juillet 2012 - 12:25 .

[Arthur Cousland]

Orlais is the largest country in Theadas and it seems to have plenty of culture and personality. If anything, it shouldn't be a boring place to visit.

I'd also like to see some insight into the bard order. Perhaps Leliana could make for a tour guide.

[Gibb_Shepard]

DA3 will without a doubt have the Mage Templar war as it's main theme. So unless the Fereldan Mage rebellion has caught on in Orlais, then i doubt Orlais will be a prominent setting.

[azarhal]

MisterJB wrote...

 I think Cassandra was suppose to have a French accent, but the British one kept coming through.

Cassandra doesn't have a French accent in the movie (or the game). She's more like a British that try to be a German that spent too much time speaking French.

Modifié par azarhal, 17 juillet 2012 - 01:10 .

[Maclimes]

To understand why the Mage/Templar debacle should be set in Orlais, read Dragon Age: Asunder.

[Gibb_Shepard]

Maclimes wrote...

To understand why the Mage/Templar debacle should be set in Orlais, read Dragon Age: Asunder.

LOL. I completely forgot that book was based in Orlais. Yes, Orlais seems like it's going to be the HQ for DA3.

Modifié par Gibb_Shepard, 17 juillet 2012 - 02:26 .

[Pride Demon]

azarhal wrote...

MisterJB wrote...

 I think Cassandra was suppose to have a French accent, but the British one kept coming through.

Cassandra doesn't have a French accent in the movie (or the game). She's more like a British that try to be a German that spent too much time speaking French.

That's probably because Cassandra was never meant to have a French accent (at least, I don't think she was), after all she is Nevarran, not Orlesian...