And the award for most unsettling (and poorly rendered) smile goes to... *drum roll*... Riardon Sheedy! The cheekiest shit of a half-elf you’ll ever have the pleasure to know.

Something you need, my dear?

DA Meme

Tagged by @capricorn-sunny and @lathlatheneras! Thanks! ^_^

1. who are your favorite non-companion characters from each game?

DAO: Flemeth

DA2: Flemeth

DAI: Scout Lace Harding

2. favorite game in the series and why?

It has to be Inquisition. I adore Origins, but the improved graphics, combat and gameplay of Inquisition gives it a huge edge. Inquisition also has some of my favourite companions and a damn weighty story. And Solas. And the Solas romance. And Solas. And dat Elvhen lore.

3. favorite moment in the series? (cutscene, banter, lore, etc)

I don't think I could pick one favourite moment, but some things that stand out in general are: the banter between Alistair and Morrigan in DAO; the entire Alistair romance in DAO (and seeing him return as a warden in Inquisition); the climax of In Hushed Whispers in DAI, where Leliana and your companions are sacrificing themselves; The Temple of Mythal in DAI; all of the scenes with Flemythal across the series; Fade Tongue™ et. al.; all of the lore reveals in the Trespasser DLC for DAI. Every single feeeeeels.

4. what’s your favorite location? (from any of the games)

Redcliffe Village, the Hinterlands, the Hissing Wastes, the Emerald Graves.

5. who would win in a fight- your warden, hawke, or inquisitor, and why do you say so?

Ooh, that'd be a tough one. It'd be between my Inquisitor Tala Lavellan or my Warden Aoife Mahariel. Aoife might have a bit of an edge, because of her ranged combat and command of forest creatures (ranger specialization), but if Tala could close the distance, her skills as an assassin would probably result in a win for her. 

Tala has a size advantage over Aoife, but both are physically capable. Hrm. Though ultimately, with Tala having the mark of the rift, Aoife might just be screwed.

6. if you could be any character from the series, who would you be and why?

Hmm. Maybe Dagna or Frederic (the Professor of Draconology that you meet in the Western Approach). Either studying arcane arts and crafting awesome stuff to be used by a powerful organization, while staying out of the main fray, or being a professor and studying dragons in the field (though potentially dangerous, depending), would be super cool. 

Both seem to be well off, relatively safe, passionate about what they do and well respected. And their lives and the people they'd come into contact with would be very interesting.

7. think about your favorite DA oc- why are they your favorite?

My Inquisitor Tala Lavellan, has to be my favourite. She's resilient, tenacious, and open. Loving and generous, and tough as nails. Hardworking, down to earth and confident. She's basically everything I want to be. ;)

8. preferred party for each game?

DAO: Alistair, Morrigan, Wynne/Dog

DA2: Aveline/Fenris, Merrill, Bethany/Anders

DAI: Cassandra, Solas, Sera/Dorian

9. what’s your favorite origin background?

I really loved how the Dwarven Noble origin played out. The treachery! But the one I typically play is the Dalish Elf origin, which I also really enjoy.

10. if you could live in any country in Thedas, where would it be?

Ferelden! Throw me to the mabaris and call me a stinking dog lord.

11. you get to make a party of your favorite characters from the entire series- who do you choose?

Ooh, this is tough. Let's go with Alistair, Solas and Fenris. Or Alistair, Dorian and Fenris. Mostly I just want to see Alistair try to diffuse each frequent, tense moment between Solas/Fenris or Dorian/Fenris with humour. The delicious discomfort.

I’d also like to see Aveline and Cassandra together, because they’d be bffs. <3 And why not toss in Merrill, while we’re at it.

Everyone I’m going to tag has probably already been tagged, but eff it! I tag @hanaroverlord @fullmetal-drosophila @yarn-and-elves @dawnstonedagger @solaslover @umabbas @modernscribe @deedylovescake - feel free to ignore!

The OC Interview

1. PICK ONE OF YOUR CHARACTERS

2. FILL IN THE QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS AS IF YOU ARE BEING INTERVIEWED FOR AN ARTICLE AND YOU WERE YOUR OC.

3. TAG FIVE PEOPLE TO DO THIS MEME: @solaslover​, @umabbas​, @yarn-and-elves​, @hanaroverlord​, @fullmetal-drosophila​. Feel free to ignore!

TAGGED BY: @capricorn-sunny Thanks for the tag! <3

1. WHAT IS YOUR NAME?

Tala, of Clan Lavellan. Some people still call me the Herald of Andraste. [laughs] But they're wrong.

2. WHAT IS YOUR REAL NAME?

[squints] Tala Lavellan.

3. DO YOU KNOW WHY YOU WERE CALLED THAT?

Come to think of it, no. The Tala part, I mean. I guess I'll never know.

4. ARE YOU SINGLE OR TAKEN?

I don't--[sighs] I really--I'd rather not speak of this, if that's alright.

5. HAVE ANY ABILITIES OR POWERS?

Well, I used to be able to do this neat thing with my hand, but [waves amputated arm] as you can see...

6. STOP BEING A GARY STU.

Um... what? Is that supposed to be like a... "Mary Sue"? I've heard Varric mention that before, but honestly I haven't the faintest idea what it means. Or who she is. What she is? I don't know.

7. WHAT’S YOUR EYE COLOR?

Green. Yellow-green.

8. HOW ABOUT YOUR HAIR COLOR?

Blonde. Not proper blonde, though. Deeper, like dirty honey.

9. HAVE YOU ANY FAMILY MEMBERS?

Yes, my uncle and cousin, if they still live. [sad smile] Last I heard they were doing well, with the clan. It's been a few months, though.

10. OH? WHAT ABOUT PETS?

[scoffs] No. I barely have enough time to look after myself, let alone anything else.

11. THAT’S COOL I GUESS, NOW TELL ME ABOUT SOMETHING YOU DON’T LIKE.

[stares] Flippant interviewers.

12. DO YOU HAVE ANY HOBBIES/ACTIVITIES YOU LIKE DOING?

Oh, loads! I collect plants and herbs--for drying, and preserving. And, you know, actually using. Um, swimming is another one. I love to swim, it's so relaxing. And dancing, of course. I've been dancing since I was a little girl. Our clan was big into ceremony when I was younger, and all my friends were doing it, so... [thoughtful noise] Climbing's quite good fun, too. I could spend an entire afternoon in a tree, exploring and lazing around. Come to think of it, I think I have. [laughs] Ages ago. So, yes. Quite a few hobbies, I guess you could say.

13. EVER HURT ANYONE BEFORE?

Yes.

14. EVER… KILLED ANYONE BEFORE?

Sadly, yes. Sometimes it must be done.

15. WHAT KIND OF ANIMAL ARE YOU?

What? Er, an elf? Do you mean, if I could pick an animal to be? Oh gods, I don't know. Uh, something that doesn't have to worry about dying every day. A great bear? A dragon? [laughs] Though if you meant “choose what animal best represents me”, then... hmm... this is tough. Possibly a coyote. Resourceful, mischievous... [grins] A wise fool.

16. NAME YOUR WORST HABITS.

Hmm... I’m not sure I have any... Oh! I know. [laughs] Speaking with my mouth full. I never thought it was a big deal, but gods, you should have seen the look on Josephine and Leliana--and Cullen's, too, actually!--you should have seen their faces the first time we had a formal meal as advisors. [laughs] Also, apparently I eat too quickly. [smiles] By-product of my upbringing, I suppose.

17. DO YOU LOOK UP TO ANYONE AT ALL?

My mother. [sad smile] She was the strongest woman I've ever known.

18. GAY, STRAIGHT, OR BISEXUAL?

Umm, straight? [nervous laugh] But girls can be pretty too! So, ah, I don't know. Straight. Sure. Probably.

19. DO YOU GO TO SCHOOL?

I'm Dalish. We don't go to school. Not as you know it, at least. We teach our own.

20. DO YOU EVER WANT TO MARRY AND HAVE KIDS ONE DAY?

Possibly. Not right now, but we'll see.

21. DO YOU HAVE ANY FANBOYS/FANGIRLS?

None that I'm aware of, happily. Oh--well there is that pushy ponce from Orlais. The letters he sends. He won't stop! [exasperated laugh]

22. WHAT ARE YOU MOST AFRAID OF?

Getting sick. Deathly sick, that is. Or people around me becoming sick. It's the most horrifying, powerless feeling to see those you love suffer like that.

23. WHAT DO YOU USUALLY WEAR?

Whatever's comfortable and clean... ish. I have a few favourite pairs of leggings. And you can't go wrong with a good old tunic. Scarves, hoods, and simple furs for extra warmth.

24. DO YOU LOVE SOMEONE?

I love many people. [looks away]

25. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU WET YOURSELF?

[laughs] What? When I was a child, one assumes!

26. WELL, IT’S NOT OVER YET!

What, the wetting of one's self? [laughs] I should hope you're wrong. Unless you're speaking of yourself, in which case, I can't help you.

27. WHAT CLASS ARE YOU? (HIGH CLASS, MIDDLE CLASS, LOW CLASS)

What a horrible question.

28. HOW MANY FRIENDS DO YOU HAVE?

More than I deserve. I've met many interesting people in my life so far, and consider many of them my friends.

29. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON PIE?

Pie... ah yes, I have had pie before. I think it was in a widow's hut in Crestwood. I could go for some right now. Why, do you have some? [laughs]

30. FAVOURITE DRINK?

I love water infusions. Pulp and dice some fruits and veggies, chuck in some mint. It’s so refreshing. And tea. Strong, hot tea on a cold morning is wonderful. Ah, as for alcoholic drinks, I'd have to say gin. It was a happy day indeed when Inquisitor Lavellan first got her hands on some quality gin. [laughs]

31. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE?

Of the places I’ve been to more recently, I’d have to say the back-country of the Hinterlands. It’s beautiful.

32. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SOMEONE~

I said I'd rather not speak of this.

33. WHAT’S YOUR BRA CUP SIZE AND/OR HOW BIG IS YOUR WILLY?

Oh gods, those are those horrible things with wires and clasps that the girls tried to get me to wear for Halamshiral. No. No to bras. I have no idea. Small? Is that even a bra size? I don’t know. Size small.

34. WOULD YOU RATHER SWIM IN THE LAKE OR THE OCEAN?

I'm used to swimming in lakes, but swimming in the ocean is... quite special. It’s easier to float. [smiles]

35. WHAT’S YOUR TYPE?

I don't think I have a type. Do I? Hm. No, I don't think so... I suppose it’s the heart that draws me in.

36. ANY FETISHES?

Maaaybe. [mischievous smile]

37. SEME OR UKE? TOP OR BOTTOM? DOMINANT OR SUBMISSIVE?

Wha--”seme”? “Uke?” I don’t know what that is, and I didn't even say anything about the other stuff! How--who have you been talking to?! Has Varric put something in his book? That cheeky bastard, I was drunk!

38. CAMPING OR INDOORS?

What you refer to as "camping" the Dalish refer to as "living". So. [shrugs]

39. ARE YOU WANTING THE QUIZ TO END?

Quiz? I thought this was an interview. But, yes. It's been... confusing. Best of luck to you in your endeavours, interviewer. I’m going to go now. [flippant wave]

Thought I’d upload a little process gif of my Cassandra portrait, in case anyone might find it useful or interesting. Just look at all them flimsy underlying twigs and globs of glue holding this thing together!

Personally, I find it can be pretty hard to keep motivated once you get to the stage in painting that’s around the sixth or seventh frame, here (let’s call it the blotchy, wtf is even going on here phase), but when you persist, magic happens and suddenly it doesn’t look like cats barf anymore. Art! \o/

So my latest art has garnered a hell of a lot more attention than I was anticipating, and I just wanted to say THANKS SO MUCH YOU GUYS and also hello to my new followers! Allow me to clear a spot on this Dragon Age trash heap of a floor for you... there. *pats invitingly* Thanks for joining me, friends.

Get to Know Me(me)

I was tagged by @capricorn-sunny and @umabbas. Thanks ladies!

Spell your name with song titles.

Why did you choose your URL? It’s my name on the BSN.

If you could be any mythical creature, what would you be? A griffin! Or maybe a mermaid. But I’d probably end up picking a griffin, ‘cuz flying.

Favorite color? I’m more about awesome colour combinations in nature than any one particular colour. But I do have a soft spot for rust oranges, deep, brownish reds, reddish purples, and dusky blues.

Song you like right now:  I can’t seem to stop watching the music video for Genghis Khan by Miike Snow. (Send help.)

Top 4 fandoms
: Dragon Age, Mass Effect, Pokemon, and Harry Potter.

*disgusted noise* of my heart.

Music

You can tell a lot about a person from their music. Hit shuffle on your iPod, MP3 player, iTunes, etc. and put the first 10 songs! One rule, no skipping!

Tag 10 people and pass it on!

Tagged by @fullmetal-drosophila and @lathlatheneras. Thanks dolls! My music library is ridonculous, so this should be interesting.

1. Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley.

2. I am a Man of Constant Sorrow by The Soggy Bottom Boys (O Brother, Where Art Thou? Soundtrack).

3. Year of Silence by Crystal Castles.

4. Heard Them Stirring by Fleet Foxes.

5. Ulysses by Franz Ferdinand.

6. Countdown (Sick for the Big Sun) by Phoenix.

7. I Go To Sleep by Sia.

8. Light Pattern by Bonobo.

9. No Photographs by Harmony Trowbridge.

10. Filthy Gorgeous by Scissor Sisters.

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I tag YOU. /continued copout

mage-warden-surana said: Drawing meme! Tala 13

hanaroverlord said: 13 for Tala :) (Inquisitor Drawing Meme)

#13 - Favourite Hobby

It was a toss up between swimming, plant collecting, and dancing. But nekkid swimming won.

For the Inquisitor Drawing Meme. Thanks for the asks! :D

i yerm a magerstic werf. ( ˘ ³˘)♥

Edolie Trevelyan, my second Inquisitor, sweet little cinnamon roll, and LOOK, NOT AN ELF somehow. Done using @hchomgoblin‘s fantastic character reference template. I am addicted.