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[bootyislovebootyislife]

Do you think some relationships with companions are going to be especially interesting depending on your race or class? 

 

For example :

 

Vivienne - Vivienne might view you as inferior if you are an elf, since they're typically slaves in Orlais, or as a brute if you're a Qunari, since she values tact image and political maneuvering. What if you're a human mage? The origin story tells us that (willing or not) we were part of the mage rebellion, and Vivienne disapproves of this rebellion. She might have a negative biase against you for this reason.

 

Cassandra - Cassandra might not be so nice to a Dalish inquisitor since they're considered heretics by the Chantry, or to a Vashoth inquisitor due to the confusion in Thedas over their religion.

 

Varric - Obviously, Varric is a merchant and makes shady deals sometimes, so he might have a link to the carta from which the Dwarven quizzy is from.

 

I have other ideas but im more interested in what you guys have got to say

 

 

[I SOLD MY SOUL TO BIOWARE]

They've said Varric has a bit of tension with Iron Bull due to the whole Kirkwall-Qunari incident, though that might not extend to the Inquisitor because he/she is a Vashoth. Though...he's fought a lot of those, too. 

 

In any event, if he does have some tension, I hope for a moment like this with a Qunari character and Varric. :S

 

 

*just replace elf with Qunari. 

[raging_monkey]

Nayl trevelyan

Human mage

Vivienne: a fellow mage that should side with

Dorian: fellow mage whos spell are inferior bit respects them

IB: sees as dangerous but doesnt care

Cole: someone who could help him

Sera: encourages him to burn things

BW: indifferent til he goes rogue

Varric: worried he wont care about mundanes

Solas: student

Cass: distrusting at first but grows to love him

[Chernaya]

I'm romancing Bull as a necromancer, it better be interesting. xP

[GenericEnemy]

They've said Varric has a bit of tension with Iron Bull due to the whole Kirkwall-Qunari incident, though that might not extend to the Inquisitor because he/she is a Vashoth. Though...he's fought a lot of those, too. 

 

In any event, if he does have some tension, I hope for a moment like this with a Qunari character and Varric. :S

 

-snip

 

Varric's a pretty chill guy, I don't think he'll have a problem with the Inquisitor for the actions of a group he or she had nothing to do with or has never even been associated with, unlike Bull. 

[Icy Magebane]

If any companion makes a rude comment about my char being an elf, they're immediately off the team.  No exceptions.  Thankfully, I don't predict anything like that actually happening.  Since I'll just be playing as a warrior, I don't see anybody taking offense at that either... I mean, it's a pretty standard class...

[Cespar]

If any companion makes a rude comment about my char being an elf, they're immediately off the team.  No exceptions.  Thankfully, I don't predict anything like that actually happening.  Since I'll just be playing as a warrior, I don't see anybody taking offense at that either... I mean, it's a pretty standard class...

What if someone have a reason that they're rude to elves, would you still automatically kick them? One of the interesting thing about character is that they all have their certain view of the world, and I can't imagining kick someone just because of how they were brought up in the world. A better solution is to prove them wrong about what they think of your race, and make them say "Not all elves are full of hate," or "Not all qunari are without emotions." 

[Warden Commander Aeducan]

What if someone have a reason that they're rude to elves, would you still automatically kick them? One of the interesting thing about character is that they all have their certain view of the world, and I can't imagining kick someone just because of how they were brought up in the world. A better solution is to prove them wrong about what they think of your race, and make them say "Not all elves are full of hate," or "Not all qunari are without emotions." 

I also wouldn't kick someone out of the group just because they have different opinion or different view of the world, and I agree the best solution is to prove them wrong it's better to turn your rival or your enemies into a friend or ally. Still...if certain character disagreements or their behavior boil down to insubordination then they'll be off to the chopping block for sure.

[Cespar]

I also wouldn't kick someone out of the group just because they have different opinion or different view of the world, and I agree the best solution is to prove them wrong it's better to turn your rival or your enemies into a friend or ally. Still...if certain character disagreements or their behavior boil down to insubordination then they'll be off to the chopping block for sure.

Yea I agree. if there is no reasoning with the person, then they should be send on their way, but I wouldn't attack someone unless they strike me first. Exile is the way to go with people. 

[Icy Magebane]

What if someone have a reason that they're rude to elves, would you still automatically kick them? One of the interesting thing about character is that they all have their certain view of the world, and I can't imagining kick someone just because of how they were brought up in the world. A better solution is to prove them wrong about what they think of your race, and make them say "Not all elves are full of hate," or "Not all qunari are without emotions." 

No exceptions!  >:[

 

Now, by "rude" I really mean "racist."  Being a jerk now and then isn't that bad, but if it's specifically related to the PC being an elf, that's it.  Gone, first chance I get to boot them.  There are 9 companions, after all... all of them are expendable (except the 1 that we can't get rid of).  Plus, I can always befriend them on a human playthrough... *shrugs*  I like to rp, and that includes getting rid of companions or losing access to game content if that's what the character would do in a certain situation.

[Warden Commander Aeducan]

Yea I agree. if there is no reasoning with the person, then they should be send on their way, but I wouldn't attack someone unless they strike me first. Exile is the way to go with people. 

It's probably depend on the situation and their reason as well as their crime, but normally I wouldn't release an injured and grudgeful tiger back to the jungle. I want to be sure and I don't want to risk those injured tiger coming back to bite me. Still...maybe the decision to execute the traitor immediately may turn out to be a mistake.

[Br3admax]

No exceptions!  >:[

 

Now, by "rude" I really mean "racist."  Being a jerk now and then isn't that bad, but if it's specifically related to the PC being an elf, that's it.  Gone, first chance I get to boot them.  There are 9 companions, after all... all of them are expendable (except the 1 that we can't get rid of).  Plus, I can always befriend them on a human playthrough... *shrugs*  I like to rp, and that includes getting rid of companions or losing access to game content if that's what the character would do in a certain situation.

Overcoming racist mentality is a fantasy staple. Do not deny your heritage, my child. 

[Cespar]

It's probably depend on the situation and their reason as well as their crime, but normally I wouldn't release an injured and grudgeful tiger back to the jungle. I want to be sure and I don't want to risk those injured tiger coming back to bite me. Still...maybe the decision to execute the traitor immediately may turn out to be a mistake.

So keep your friend close, but your enemy closer. Nursing the tiger back to its health would allow him/her to be more comfortable around you, which could result to the tiger opening up to you. And killing him is losing an potential ally that could be helpful in the future. 

[Icy Magebane]

Overcoming racist mentality is a fantasy staple. Do not deny your heritage, my child. 

Uh, no... I have no interest in rping a character who is trying to change a racist's mind.  That sounds annoying.

[TheLastSuperSaiyan87]

I'm romancing Sera with a female human noble it has to be interesting lol

[Br3admax]

Uh, no... I have no interest in rping a character who is trying to change a racist's mind.  That sounds annoying.

Not only are you throwing away the precious resource of an exploitable companion, but you are also denying your personality swaying powers as a PC?! Have I taught you nothing?! 

 

 

On a more on topic note; 

 

Human of undecided name Trevelyan 

Everyone: Ass 

[Warden Commander Aeducan]

So keep your friend close, but your enemy closer. Nursing the tiger back to its health would allow him/her to be more comfortable around you, which could result to the tiger opening up to you. And killing him is losing an potential ally that could be helpful in the future. 

You are certainly more forgiving and probably wiser than me. That said one thing I like about Dragon Age more than Mass Effect is there is no paragon/renegade or good and evil bar or points pop up when you make a decision. There is no telling what is right and what is wrong or what could benefit you in the long term or what could come back and bite you. I also love how because of that our discussion on how we should handle the traitor can go on forever and there's no telling what is right and wrong, but your point has merit. However when it comes to reality it's probably depend on the people, we might find some who's too dangerous to let them walk away or some who could prove to be a potential powerful ally despite that they may attack you earlier.

[Cespar]

No exceptions!  >:[

 

Now, by "rude" I really mean "racist."  Being a jerk now and then isn't that bad, but if it's specifically related to the PC being an elf, that's it.  Gone, first chance I get to boot them.  There are 9 companions, after all... all of them are expendable (except the 1 that we can't get rid of).  Plus, I can always befriend them on a human playthrough... *shrugs*  I like to rp, and that includes getting rid of companions or losing access to game content if that's what the character would do in a certain situation.

Well rping as a Dalish would mean that your only companions would be non-human and Cole. Meaning that a true dalish would be just as racist to the shemlen as they are to the dalish. The only one common goal here is closing The Breach, despite all of the people shortcomings.   

[Icy Magebane]

Well rping as a Dalish would mean that your only companions would be non-human and Cole. Meaning that a true dalish would be just as racist to the shemlen as they are to the dalish. The only one common goal here is closing The Breach, despite all of the people shortcomings.   

That's not what it means... The Dalish don't share a hive mind.  They may be deeply entrenched in tradition, but they can have different opinions on things, including the outside world and what the clan should focus on.  Flat out racism against humans is not a necessary part of any Dalish elf's perspective... caution, I'd be more likely to agree with you on, but not racism.  That's a rather extreme viewpoint that exists within the culture, but it is not essential.  Besides, playing as a stereotypical racist Dalish is taking the easy way out... I don't find rping bland, cookie-cutter characters fun.  Trust me, I have this character all planned out...  it'll be fine.

[Wolfen09]

Viviene would probably have an issue with my elf inquisitor.... but i dont think cassandra would have any problems, shes down to earth and really doesnt seem like she would look down on someone because of race....  she only did it to varric as an intimidation thing anyway.

 

I think viviene would be the only one to look down on an elf....  dont think anyone would look down on a dwarf.....  varric will have issues with a qunari (maybe not so much as you're tal vashoth).....  Sera might have an issue with humans.....

[Icy Magebane]

Not only are you throwing away the precious resource of an exploitable companion, but you are also denying your personality swaying powers as a PC?! Have I taught you nothing?! 

 

 

On a more on topic note; 

 

Human of undecided name Trevelyan 

Everyone: Ass 

You mean use them as cannon fodder?  Hm... I guess... that would require metagaming though, because on the first run I wouldn't know if there would be any chance to sacrifice said companion.  I could easily wind up dealing with some d-bag for the whole game and never be able to betray them... nah... maybe once I know the worst possible fates for each companion, but not on the first run.  Booting them off the team immediately would be far too satisfying to gamble on what might be possible in the future...

[Ryzaki]

Human...so I guess they'll treat her like most humans.

 

Nothing special.

[Cespar]

Honestly, I can't think of anyone that would straight out dislike a dwarf. But if it came to the background, I can see Vivienne having a problem working with a low life, but that wouldn't make sense, since she is throwing a party for a low crime.

Varric, Sera, and Iron Bull would had at least share some of the similar hobbies in common with Cadash, but maybe Varric and Sera will actually be able to relate better with Cadash.  

I don't think Cole has ever seen a dwarf, or better yet became close or talk to one. He might be interesting in learning about a dwarf and how they relate to the world that barely notices them.

Solas would obviously want to be close with a dwarf that can go into the fade and close the tears everywhere. Solas would find Cadash a interesting "specimen" to study.

Cassandra doesn't care anything about the race of the inquisitor, just as long as he can close The Breach.

Blackwall would probably tell us story of how he fought with the dwarves in the deep road, and how they would make excellent grey wardens. He would probably even mention the Hero of Ferelden.

Dorian may not really care at all about who's leading the inquisition. 

[Warden Commander Aeducan]

Kaaras Adaar
Qunari (Vashoth) Mage

Viviene - My Inquisitor is probably going to have issues with her simply because of her uppity arrogant attitude, and he doesn't like people who look down on the other especially when those people didn't prove their value yet. Fortunately he's levelheaded and can bear whatever toxic she has in store, but that doesn't mean he has to like or befriend her. They really do not like each other and will often insult each other with a witty comment. They might respect each other to some degree and the Inquisitor probably saw eye to eye with Viviene when it come to how you should get things done.

Iron Bull - He is going to have issues with my Inquisitor because he's one of Ben-Hassarth who'll act as enforcers of religious law and in his eyes the Inquisitor is nothing but a heretic that need to be purged. However living outside Par Vollen for a very long time and Iron Bull's lifestyle also violated the Qun ought to change his perspective of any outsider Tal-Vashoth included. They are going to have difficult friendship because Iron Bull and my Inquisitor will distrust each other, and they also aware the identity of one another. Iron Bull probably didn't want my Inquisitor to stand behind him when fighting. They will fight beside each other literally. Iron Bull may respect my Inquisitor leadership but most of all he certainly respects Kaaras skills in battle, and his sense of humor.

Dorian- He might have a difficult friendship with my Inquisitor at first due to the Qunari wages war with the Tevinter Imperium constantly, (despite his disagreement with fellow Tevinter, I don't think Dorian wants to see his homeland fall apart), and when he learns that Kaaras is Tal-Vashoth it might pique his interest to learn more about the Qunari through my Inquisitor. Dorian and my Inquisitor will likely to become a fast friends because my Inquisitor is more sympathetic towards the Mages, and my Inquisitor didn't perceive every Tevinter citizen as evil and my Inquisitor also have a sense of humor.

Blackwall - I think Blackwall is going to have mentor & an apprentice relationship with Kaaras. My Inquisitor will look for his guidance and he's always interested in a Blackwall's story because Kaaras always admire the Grey Warden. They are likely to respect each other and because of Kaaras's politeness and humility. Blackmall is likely find my Inquisitor's company pleasant, but they may not always see eye to eye because my Inquisitor will do whatever necessary to achieve his goals.

Solas - but I Inquisitor will be interested to learn more about magic and the Fade from Solas. While Blackwall can offer strategy and life experience. Solas may also find my Inquisitor "Interesting" due to his power and ability to close the Breach. They may like to sit down and debate about theories of magic, but Solas will likely approve many of my Inquisitor's decisions because the Inquisitor sympathetic towards the Mages, and he is likely to tolerate Inquisitor's decisiveness .

Cassandra - She's likely going to have issues with my Inquisitor because Kaaras lack of tolerance and he didn't hide his hatred towards the Chantry. I can already see both will usually fight over subject like religion and whether the Mages deserve a freedom to take care of their own. That said since Kaaras admire Cassandra's skills and value her leadership. He trusts her enough to place her as his second in command, and Cassandra is likely approve of Kaaras's method to get things done for the greater good.

Varric - I can see it'll be quite similar to Dorian, because of the incident in Kirkwall Varric probably distrust Kaaras at first, but when he learn that my Inquisitor is Tal-Vashoth, and that the Inquisitor is not responsible for what happen in Kirkwall. Varric seems reasonable enough and doesn't seems like a type to hold grudge. I think he'll get over it with the Inquisitor. Varric will likely become a fast friends with the Inquisitor because both will usually spent their time drinking together in the tavern, exchange stories, exchange joke. Despite my Inquisitor's decisiveness he usually want to save as many life as he could so this ought to earn Varric's approval, and the Inquisitor also disagree with the Qun. Perhaps that's something they both have in common.
 

[Icefalcon]

I actually plan to cultivate a little friction with the companions who are at odds with my way of doing things and my general approach to saving the world. Once I knew we could have companions leave if we go against them strongly enough I felt that someone like the Inquisitor would in many cases be hard headed enough or perhaps black and white enough to do just that.