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[ParagonPunk]

Of all the things to get offended over, THAT was the post that sent you over the edge? 

 

Wouldn't say it sent me over the edge.

 

Maybe she is like The Hulk.

 

Or should I say; She-Hulk.

 

She's beauty, she's grace, she'll smash your face.

[Rinji the Bearded]

So, basically, you're questioning the taste of every woman who has ever read a trashy romance novel?

 

Yes that is exactly what I said.  Except, not at all.

 

Just because you use the term "tame" as if talking about a "trashy romance novel" and therefore think it loses any weight as a problematic term, doesn't mean you can't be called out on it.

[Chron0id]

Yes that is exactly what I said.  Except, not at all.

 

Just because you use the term "tame" as if talking about a "trashy romance novel" and therefore think it loses any weight as a problematic term, doesn't mean you can't be called out on it.

It's not a problematic term at all.  You're just making a mountain out of a mole hill here.  As was stated before, you're over-reacting. 

[Hanako Ikezawa]

She's beauty, she's grace, she'll smash your face.

This made me think of the movie Miss Congeniality where when the Miss United States song was going on Sandra Bullock's character punches another character in the face.

[Master Warder Z_]

November needs to get here already @_@

[Maria Caliban]

So, basically, you're questioning the taste of every woman who has ever read a trashy romance novel?

I question the taste of every woman who has ever read a trashy romance novel.

And I say this as a woman who has read trashy romance novels.

[thats1evildude]

I did once try reading the first book in the Outlander series. I gave up on that endeavour about halfway through.

[KC_Prototype]

True love never dies.

It will when Marcus Trevelyan steps into the picture  

[KC_Prototype]

From the PC UK article:

Cassandra
“Brash, impulsive, anger management issues... but she’s incredibly dedicated and does whatever it takes to set the world right.”

Anger management issues you say? Someone get this women some wine and pray that you won't be entice to cheat on her with Josephine or Vivienne.

[KC_Prototype]

Yes that is exactly what I said.  Except, not at all.

 

Just because you use the term "tame" as if talking about a "trashy romance novel" and therefore think it loses any weight as a problematic term, doesn't mean you can't be called out on it.

You're being too sensitive to the post, all he said was he wanted to tame her as in (I assume) to calm her down when angry and make her open up and get to know her, nothing disgusting about that. Chill out bro.

[azarhal]

It's interesting that Cassandra is both the brash, angry one who acts without thinking and the thoughtful, contemplative one who has philosophical conversations with Solas and Cole.

 

I always said she was a walking dichotomy.

 

And maybe the brash impulses aren't exactly done without thinking...she just thinks super fast.

[Joseph Warrick]

I imagine Cassandra's reaction to naive taming attempts.

[Urazz]

 

From the PC UK article:

Cassandra
“Brash, impulsive, anger management issues... but she’s incredibly dedicated and does whatever it takes to set the world right.”

Okay, I think we knew she was those things in Dawn of the Seeker but we had no idea if she outgrew those things to any extent asides from her anger management issues which she did have in DA2 when she interrogated Varric.

 

It's interesting that Cassandra is both the brash, angry one who acts without thinking and the thoughtful, contemplative one who has philosophical conversations with Solas and Cole.

Well it's possible to be both things.  She can be quite contemplative and philosophical but not have great emotional control in more stressful situations which ties into her impulsiveness I think.  it's probably why she sees herself a differently than how some people see her.

 

 

I imagine Cassandra's reaction to naive taming attempts.

I think it's more likely to go the other way around with Cassandra where she tames the Inquisitor. 

 

Either way, I can see Cassandra changing from being in a relationship as that can cause people to change.

[Vearsin]

 

Cassandra
“Brash, impulsive, anger management issues... but she’s incredibly dedicated and does whatever it takes to set the world right.”

Hm I'm kinda torn on this. I certainly like the sound of that kind of personality, but I don't know how I feel about quirks that are so inherently part of the inexperienced young hero being applied to an older Cassandra.  

[HK-90210]

Got some dialogue I wrote between a mageInquisitor and Cassandra.

 

Scene: At a Inquisition outpost. Cassandra has taken a substantial, but not overly serious wound earlier in the day. Inquisitor is a human mage of undetermined gender.

 

Inquisitor: Seeker, stop being stubborn and let me see to that wound.

Cassandra: I'm fine, Inquisitor, you need not concern yourself.

I: Remember that I rely on you to keep me alive out there. I can't have you getting an infection, and I need you at your best tomorrow. Now sit still and let me see.

C: *Sigh* Very well. but make it quick. *Takes off the armor around her wound, wincing.*

I: *Begins to treat her wound, notices that Cassandra is in a great deal of pain* Think your armor will need repairs? We have the coin.

C: *pained grunt* It can wait. I will talk to the smithy when we return to Skyhold. *wince* I do not trust the workmen out this far to handle it properly.

I: It will be at least a day or two heading back. Sure you don't want me to send for a man?

C: *growl* Inquisitor, I don't tell you how to handle your magic.

I: *nods* Point taken. Say no more.

C: *looks at Inquisitor's hands as they work* What is that ring on your hand? I never noticed it glowing before.

I: It's my Ring of Study. It's lyrium-infused silver. It only glows when I use magic. It provides just a little extra 'kick' for minor spells.

C: Yes. *grunt* I have heard about such things.

I: Every Circle mage earns one when they pass their Harrowing, even in Tevinter.

C: I see. I have heard many things about the Harrowing. It seems a fitting reward.

I: Ever seen it administered?

C: No. Seekers rarely take part in the traditional role of a templar.

I: Well, I'm glad for that.

C: Why? *holds a long wince*

I: I've seen two templars die during failed Harrowings. They were inexperienced, and didn't realize their charges were abominations until it was too late. It's not a job I envy. I'd rather not see you hurt.

C: *rolls her eyes, grunts in pain* I didn't realize they let other mages watch Harrowings.

I: Normally, they don't. But the Knight-Commander of my Circle when I was a boy felt it was best if an apprentice had friends with them in the room during their Harrowing. It was supposed to give them moral support. I was a frequent pick, as I passed my Harrowing much earlier than most, so many apprentices knew who I was , even when I had been a full mage for years.

C: How old were you? When you passed it?

I: Sixteen. And a half.

C: *stops wincing, in shock* So young?

I: I demanded it. I had passed every test they had given me, and wanted to be accepted as a mage who had earned his place, not a child who was a danger to everyone around him. A very foolish outlook, I suppose, but the First Enchanter supported me. He knew I was not foolish enough to accept a demon's offer.

C:.....What was it like?

I: Each mage's trial is different. I can only describe my own. Are you sure you want to know?

C: *Curious nod*

I:......*looks into her eyes* Imagine you are offered the one thing you desire for yourself above anything. And you believe it. For a glorious few minutes, you believe it. Then your training kicks in. You remember who you are, where you are. What you are. And that no matter how you try, you will never be otherwise.

C: *looks at the Inquisitor's glowing magic hands*

I: It takes everything you have to say no. And when you come back to the world, you wonder just what would have happened if you had simply given in. You wonder if that kind of happiness is worth a thousand deaths at the hands of the templars, even if, in the end, it was only an illusion.

C: *silent, unsure of what to say*

I: The Harrowing is as much a life experience as it is a trial, Cassandra. It forces a mage to decide what they will do with the power their Maker has given them. Will they look inward, thinking only of themselves? Or will they use their gift for the benefit of others?  *Looks at her wound* Test it.

C: *moves injuried body part* It's fine. Better than a good night's rest. Thank you, (Inquisitor's name here)

I: *smile* You're welcome, Cassandra.

[Xilizhra]

I question the taste of every woman who has ever read a trashy romance novel.

And I say this as a woman who has read trashy romance novels.

How many lesbian ones are there, really?

[Urazz]

Got some dialogue I wrote between a mageInquisitor and Cassandra.

 

Scene: At a Inquisition outpost. Cassandra has taken a substantial, but not overly serious wound earlier in the day. Inquisitor is a human mage of undetermined gender.

 

Inquisitor: Seeker, stop being stubborn and let me see to that wound.

Cassandra: I'm fine, Inquisitor, you need not concern yourself.

I: Remember that I rely on you to keep me alive out there. I can't have you getting an infection, and I need you at your best tomorrow. Now sit still and let me see.

C: *Sigh* Very well. but make it quick. *Takes off the armor around her wound, wincing.*

I: *Begins to treat her wound, notices that Cassandra is in a great deal of pain* Think your armor will need repairs? We have the coin.

C: *pained grunt* It can wait. I will talk to the smithy when we return to Skyhold. *wince* I do not trust the workmen out this far to handle it properly.

I: It will be at least a day or two heading back. Sure you don't want me to send for a man?

C: *growl* Inquisitor, I don't tell you how to handle your magic.

I: *nods* Point taken. Say no more.

C: *looks at Inquisitor's hands as they work* What is that ring on your hand? I never noticed it glowing before.

I: It's my Ring of Study. It's lyrium-infused silver. It only glows when I use magic. It provides just a little extra 'kick' for minor spells.

C: Yes. *grunt* I have heard about such things.

I: Every Circle mage earns one when they pass their Harrowing, even in Tevinter.

C: I see. I have heard many things about the Harrowing. It seems a fitting reward.

I: Ever seen it administered?

C: No. Seekers rarely take part in the traditional role of a templar.

I: Well, I'm glad for that.

C: Why? *holds a long wince*

I: I've seen two templars die during failed Harrowings. They were inexperienced, and didn't realize their charges were abominations until it was too late. It's not a job I envy. I'd rather not see you hurt.

C: *rolls her eyes, grunts in pain* I didn't realize they let other mages watch Harrowings.

I: Normally, they don't. But the Knight-Commander of my Circle when I was a boy felt it was best if an apprentice had friends with them in the room during their Harrowing. It was supposed to give them moral support. I was a frequent pick, as I passed my Harrowing much earlier than most, so many apprentices knew who I was , even when I had been a full mage for years.

C: How old were you? When you passed it?

I: Sixteen. And a half.

C: *stops wincing, in shock* So young?

I: I demanded it. I had passed every test they had given me, and wanted to be accepted as a mage who had earned his place, not a child who was a danger to everyone around him. A very foolish outlook, I suppose, but the First Enchanter supported me. He knew I was not foolish enough to accept a demon's offer.

C:.....What was it like?

I: Each mage's trial is different. I can only describe my own. Are you sure you want to know?

C: *Curious nod*

I:......*looks into her eyes* Imagine you are offered the one thing you desire for yourself above anything. And you believe it. For a glorious few minutes, you believe it. Then your training kicks in. You remember who you are, where you are. What you are. And that no matter how you try, you will never be otherwise.

C: *looks at the Inquisitor's glowing magic hands*

I: It takes everything you have to say no. And when you come back to the world, you wonder just what would have happened if you had simply given in. You wonder if that kind of happiness is worth a thousand deaths at the hands of the templars, even if, in the end, it was only an illusion.

C: *silent, unsure of what to say*

I: The Harrowing is as much a life experience as it is a trial, Cassandra. It forces a mage to decide what they will do with the power their Maker has given them. Will they use it for the benefit of others? Or will they look inward, thinking only of themselves. *Looks at her wound* Test it.

C: *moves injuried body part* It's fine. Better than a good night's rest. Thank you, (Inquisitor's name here)

I: *smile* You're welcome, Cassandra.

I'm certain that a non-mage inquisitor would probably bandage her up the old fashion way instead if they had a similar scene.

[CrimsonN7]

I question the taste of every woman who has ever read a trashy romance novel.

And I say this as a woman who has read trashy romance novels.

 

Lulz, but srsly chick-lit, gah no thanks, a genre I will never indulge in.

[CrimsonN7]

Do you think Cassandra will have any reservations towards those who play a mage Inquisitor? Knowing that she isn't the biggest fan of mages this sort of tension could be interesting.

[Dr. Doctor]

Or talks in her sleep?

Zzzzzz.... BULLSHIT!...zzzzzz...

Or this:

[TheJediSaint]

I don't think Cassandra ever dreams of losing.

[DannyDaManny]

Or this:

 

This is what it will look like when Cassandra and I go sleepwalking around the Skyhold together 

 

[Maria Caliban]

I'd have made her the Queen of Spades.

[90s Luke]

Do you think Cassandra will have any reservations towards those who play a mage Inquisitor? Knowing that she isn't the biggest fan of mages this sort of tension could be interesting.

 

I think blood mages are the only ones she dislikes/hates at this point, judging from her conclusion drawn about the Kirkwall Rebellion (blaming Meredith rather than Anders) and her cordial conversations with both Vivienne and Solas. The player cannot be a blood mage in Inquisition, so I don't think we will encounter much tension.