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[Fiery Phoenix]

Yay! Good to see Sheryl is once again the writer! 

 

Sounds like Leli has gone through a lot.

[Hanako Ikezawa]

Schmooples better not be dead

 

noooo

Well, in the group photo that was sent to the 5 big Youtubers we see a nug under the table.

[Adaar the Unbound]

 

[DRAGON AGE]: It’s been a few years since we last saw Leliana. What has she been doing?

[SHERYL CHEE]: After the Fifth Blight, Leliana was summoned to Val Royeaux by her friend and mentor, Divine Justinia V.

*snip*

[DA]: There’s definitely some history between them.

[SC]: Yes—Justinia was formerly known as Revered Mother Dorothea, the woman who saved Leliana when Leliana was betrayed and almost killed by her old mistress, Marjolaine. Because of their history, Leliana feels a close bond with Justinia; naturally, when Justinia needed her help, Leliana went to her side. She has been serving as the Divine’s Left Hand for some time now.

[DA]: How has her personality changed since her introduction to the series?

[SC]: Those who played Dragon Age: Origins might remember Leliana as a cheerful, optimistic young woman who tried her best to do what she thought was right. It’s now ten years later, and lots of things have happened. She’s not as carefree. Even if she wanted to show that side of her personality, she can’t.

[DA]: Why’s that?

[SC]: She’s a high-ranking member of the Inquisition with a great deal of responsibility, and she has to present herself a certain way for the Inquisition’s sake. However, if you prove that you're trustworthy, and that you understand where she's come from, she might let her guard down a little.

[DA]: How did you find revisiting Leliana?

[SC]: Coming back to Leliana gave me the chance to pull everything from Leliana’s various appearances throughout the Dragon Age world and fit them together.

[DA]: In what way?

[SC]: Leliana’s Song shared her backstory, establishing her relationship with the woman who would become the Divine. In Dragon Age: Origins, Leliana is coming to terms with her past and trying to figure out who she is. In Dragon Age II, and the Asunder and Masked Empire novels, we see Leliana in her role as Left Hand of the Divine. It’s been a long road for her, and inInquisition, we’ll get to see how her journey has shaped her as a person, and where the path might take her in the future.

[DA]: Were there any challenges?

[SC]: Leliana is always a little tricky because of how the player’s choices in Origins can affect her. I had to make sure that no matter what the player did in Origins, Leliana’s role and character in Inquisition made sense. It's a matter of respecting her core nature, so that regardless of what happened (or happens) to her, she's always clearly "Leliana."  

[DA]: You said that Leliana is now “Left Hand of the Divine.” What exactly does that mean?

[SC]: As we know, Cassandra is Right Hand of the Divine: the warrior who puts herself front and center, she’s bold and direct and driven. Leliana is the Left Hand—the “sinister” hand, as it were. She hangs back in the shadows. She watches the Divine’s back, watches for enemies, waits for them to reveal their weaknesses, and comes at them from the shadows.

[DA]: Those skills must be useful for the Inquisition?

[SC]: The Inquisition is a new power, a threat to some of the existing structures within Thedas. Naturally, some people will oppose it, and Leliana will deal with these opposing forces should direct action or diplomacy fail.

[DA]: So she gets along well with the rest of the Inquisition?

[SC]: The Inquisition is Leliana’s priority. She knows that infighting will doom it to a quick and messy end, so she’s often willing to put aside her own personal feelings to do what’s best for the organization.

[DA]: Can you give us an example?

[SC]: She has a healthy respect for Cassandra, even if she doesn’t always agree with her. Ultimately, their goals align, and they’ll work together for what they believe is the greater good. It’s a little like Mom and Dad quarrelling behind closed doors, but presenting a united front to the kids. Same goes for Cullen. 

[DA]: And finally, the question on everyone’s mind: How is Schmooples?

[SC]: Ah, Schmooples. Maybe we should let people find out on their own when they play the game.

 

 

Why isn't his on dragonage.com yet?

[Beerfish]

I dont recall Leliana abandoning the new leader of the Chantry ... when did this happen?

 

Just because she believes the maker talks to her does not make her looney in my books, it's her belief, no?

 

You also have not provided details of her being unreliable?

I worded my post poorly i meant she along with the new leader have both abandoned long standing values of the chantry.  Thus she is totally unreliable when dealing with the major values of the chantry, if tommorrow her buddy the new divine decided to reverse her course 100% on these issues Leliana would do so as well.

[jlb524]

Well, in the group photo that was sent to the 5 big Youtubers we see a nug under the table.

 

Could be Schmoople's ghost and only Cole can see him.

[Basement Cat]

Could be Schmoople's ghost and only Cole can see him.

Or Morrigan in disguise...

[Fiery Phoenix]

Or Morrigan in disguise...

I concur.

 

Morrigan is omniscient.

[Rel Fexive]

Spoiler

[DRAGON AGE]: It’s been a few years since we last saw Leliana. What has she been doing?

[SHERYL CHEE]: After the Fifth Blight, Leliana was summoned to Val Royeaux by her friend and mentor, Divine Justinia V.

[DA]: There’s definitely some history between them.

[SC]: Yes—Justinia was formerly known as Revered Mother Dorothea, the woman who saved Leliana when Leliana was betrayed and almost killed by her old mistress, Marjolaine. Because of their history, Leliana feels a close bond with Justinia; naturally, when Justinia needed her help, Leliana went to her side. She has been serving as the Divine’s Left Hand for some time now.

[DA]: How has her personality changed since her introduction to the series?

[SC]: Those who played Dragon Age: Origins might remember Leliana as a cheerful, optimistic young woman who tried her best to do what she thought was right. It’s now ten years later, and lots of things have happened. She’s not as carefree. Even if she wanted to show that side of her personality, she can’t.

[DA]: Why’s that?

[SC]: She’s a high-ranking member of the Inquisition with a great deal of responsibility, and she has to present herself a certain way for the Inquisition’s sake. However, if you prove that you're trustworthy, and that you understand where she's come from, she might let her guard down a little.

[DA]: How did you find revisiting Leliana?

[SC]: Coming back to Leliana gave me the chance to pull everything from Leliana’s various appearances throughout the Dragon Age world and fit them together.

[DA]: In what way?

[SC]: Leliana’s Song shared her backstory, establishing her relationship with the woman who would become the Divine. In Dragon Age: Origins, Leliana is coming to terms with her past and trying to figure out who she is. In Dragon Age II, and the Asunder and Masked Empire novels, we see Leliana in her role as Left Hand of the Divine. It’s been a long road for her, and inInquisition, we’ll get to see how her journey has shaped her as a person, and where the path might take her in the future.

[DA]: Were there any challenges?

[SC]: Leliana is always a little tricky because of how the player’s choices in Origins can affect her. I had to make sure that no matter what the player did in Origins, Leliana’s role and character in Inquisition made sense. It's a matter of respecting her core nature, so that regardless of what happened (or happens) to her, she's always clearly "Leliana."  

[DA]: You said that Leliana is now “Left Hand of the Divine.” What exactly does that mean?

[SC]: As we know, Cassandra is Right Hand of the Divine: the warrior who puts herself front and center, she’s bold and direct and driven. Leliana is the Left Hand—the “sinister” hand, as it were. She hangs back in the shadows. She watches the Divine’s back, watches for enemies, waits for them to reveal their weaknesses, and comes at them from the shadows.

[DA]: Those skills must be useful for the Inquisition?

[SC]: The Inquisition is a new power, a threat to some of the existing structures within Thedas. Naturally, some people will oppose it, and Leliana will deal with these opposing forces should direct action or diplomacy fail.

[DA]: So she gets along well with the rest of the Inquisition?

[SC]: The Inquisition is Leliana’s priority. She knows that infighting will doom it to a quick and messy end, so she’s often willing to put aside her own personal feelings to do what’s best for the organization.

[DA]: Can you give us an example?

[SC]: She has a healthy respect for Cassandra, even if she doesn’t always agree with her. Ultimately, their goals align, and they’ll work together for what they believe is the greater good. It’s a little like Mom and Dad quarrelling behind closed doors, but presenting a united front to the kids. Same goes for Cullen. 

[DA]: And finally, the question on everyone’s mind: How is Schmooples?

[SC]: Ah, Schmooples. Maybe we should let people find out on their own when they play the game.

 

No LIKEs left, but... YAY! LELIANA!

[BananaBoy]

They should do a picture with quote and an interview for Schmooples.

[Maria Caliban]

Why isn't his on dragonage.com yet?

It is. That's where he got it from.

[TheLittleBird]

It is. That's where he got it from.

 

It wasn't before, though. For me it only appeared like two minutes ago.

[Trophonius]

Spoiler

[DRAGON AGE]: It’s been a few years since we last saw Leliana. What has she been doing?
[SHERYL CHEE]: After the Fifth Blight, Leliana was summoned to Val Royeaux by her friend and mentor, Divine Justinia V.

[DA]: There’s definitely some history between them.
[SC]: Yes—Justinia was formerly known as Revered Mother Dorothea, the woman who saved Leliana when Leliana was betrayed and almost killed by her old mistress, Marjolaine. Because of their history, Leliana feels a close bond with Justinia; naturally, when Justinia needed her help, Leliana went to her side. She has been serving as the Divine’s Left Hand for some time now.
[DA]: How has her personality changed since her introduction to the series?
[SC]: Those who played Dragon Age: Origins might remember Leliana as a cheerful, optimistic young woman who tried her best to do what she thought was right. It’s now ten years later, and lots of things have happened. She’s not as carefree. Even if she wanted to show that side of her personality, she can’t.
[DA]: Why’s that?
[SC]: She’s a high-ranking member of the Inquisition with a great deal of responsibility, and she has to present herself a certain way for the Inquisition’s sake. However, if you prove that you're trustworthy, and that you understand where she's come from, she might let her guard down a little.
[DA]: How did you find revisiting Leliana?
[SC]: Coming back to Leliana gave me the chance to pull everything from Leliana’s various appearances throughout the Dragon Age world and fit them together.
[DA]: In what way?
[SC]: Leliana’s Song shared her backstory, establishing her relationship with the woman who would become the Divine. In Dragon Age: Origins, Leliana is coming to terms with her past and trying to figure out who she is. In Dragon Age II, and the Asunder and Masked Empire novels, we see Leliana in her role as Left Hand of the Divine. It’s been a long road for her, and inInquisition, we’ll get to see how her journey has shaped her as a person, and where the path might take her in the future.
[DA]: Were there any challenges?
[SC]: Leliana is always a little tricky because of how the player’s choices in Origins can affect her. I had to make sure that no matter what the player did in Origins, Leliana’s role and character in Inquisition made sense. It's a matter of respecting her core nature, so that regardless of what happened (or happens) to her, she's always clearly "Leliana."  
[DA]: You said that Leliana is now “Left Hand of the Divine.” What exactly does that mean?
[SC]: As we know, Cassandra is Right Hand of the Divine: the warrior who puts herself front and center, she’s bold and direct and driven. Leliana is the Left Hand—the “sinister” hand, as it were. She hangs back in the shadows. She watches the Divine’s back, watches for enemies, waits for them to reveal their weaknesses, and comes at them from the shadows.
[DA]: Those skills must be useful for the Inquisition?
[SC]: The Inquisition is a new power, a threat to some of the existing structures within Thedas. Naturally, some people will oppose it, and Leliana will deal with these opposing forces should direct action or diplomacy fail.
[DA]: So she gets along well with the rest of the Inquisition?
[SC]: The Inquisition is Leliana’s priority. She knows that infighting will doom it to a quick and messy end, so she’s often willing to put aside her own personal feelings to do what’s best for the organization.
[DA]: Can you give us an example?
[SC]: She has a healthy respect for Cassandra, even if she doesn’t always agree with her. Ultimately, their goals align, and they’ll work together for what they believe is the greater good. It’s a little like Mom and Dad quarrelling behind closed doors, but presenting a united front to the kids. Same goes for Cullen. 
[DA]: And finally, the question on everyone’s mind: How is Schmooples?
[SC]: Ah, Schmooples. Maybe we should let people find out on their own when they play the game.

It's going to be amusing to watch Leliana and Cullen argue like a married couple. I can't say I ever saw that coming.

[Maria Caliban]

I found it immediately.
 

It's going to be amusing to watch Leliana and Cullen argue like a married couple. I can't say I ever saw that coming.

The more I hear about the advisers/companions, the more I'm confused as to why I'm running the organization.

[jlb524]

The more I hear about the advisers, the more I'm confused as to why I'm running the organization.

 

glowy hand

 

But I feel the same way.  Wouldn't Cassandra be the logical choice?

[thats1evildude]

I wouldn't necessarily interpret that quote as meaning she and Cullen will bicker. I take it to mean that Cullen will also be taking a similar tact as Leliana (putting aside his feelings to present a united front).

 

I also fear for Schmooples' survival, you guys.

[WildOrchid]

I can't wait to meet her again.

[Wulfram]

I found it immediately.
 

The more I hear about the advisers/companions, the more I'm confused as to why I'm running the organization.

 

Maybe we're just there to look pretty and stab things, while the sensible people do the actual running.

 

edit: Though to be fair, the advisors have got the looking pretty and stabbing things pretty well covered.

[wright1978]

I found it immediately.
 

The more I hear about the advisers/companions, the more I'm confused as to why I'm running the organization.

 

Agree, maybe inquisitor is compromise candidate as neither Leilana or Cassandra will let other run things and inquisitor has rift power.

Assume divine is going to burn up in opening though.

[TheLittleBird]

I also fear for Schmooples' survival, you guys.

 

How come?

 

According to wikipedia, the aardvark (which is very similar to a nug in a lot of ways. It's name literally means "earth pig". It's a nocturnal creature and lives on mostly the same stuff as nugs do according to the DA Wiki. It also looks very similar) can live up to 23 years in captivity. It's been 10 years A.S. (Anno Schmooples)

[MisterJB]

I really hope Justinia dies at the beginning of the game.

I blame her for what is happening and chances are my Inquisitor will too once he learned the details of "Asunder". If the PC starts butting heads with the Divine or worse, trying to replace her or usurp some of her power, Leliana is not likely to appreciate it.

[thats1evildude]

How come?

 

It wouldn't really spoil much to say "Schmooples is still alive and well." The only reason to withhold that spoiler is if Leliana gave away Schmooples or he's dead.

[TheLittleBird]

It wouldn't really spoil much to say "Schmooples is still alive and well." The only reason to withhold that spoiler is if Leliana gave away Schmooples or he's dead.

 

Or maybe Schmooples became a fearsome warrior for the Legion of the Dead and was even named a Paragon.

I just think they'd wanna keep Schmooples as some sort of a surprise regardless of what happened, though.

[Maria Caliban]

But if she said "Schmooples is fine" then we wouldn't be speculating on what's up with him (her?) which makes it less effective as a marketing piece. The intent is to drum up interest, I assume.

[Shinblam]

I imagine

Warden comes out 

Leliana's face : O_o 

1:17 plays

Warden be like :

Leliana be like : :') 

 

am I dreaming so much 

This is how Shinblam also be.

 

I'm a MAN damn it!

 

Bah, feelings.

[Lieutenant Kurin]

But if she said "Schmooples is fine" then we wouldn't be speculating on what's up with him (her?) which makes it less effective as a marketing piece. The intent is to drum up interest, I assume.

Yes, but "WHAT HAPPENED TO SCHMOOPLES?!?!?"

 

I didn't go out of my way to get her a cute nug that I'll never see again. Really freaking out here.