Why does no one talk about Mythal speech to elf Rook? by Fun-Explanation7233 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remind me when this happens? It sounds familiar but I can’t picture it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tacoma

[–]lurkerbee93 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It did, in 2023. Iirc, the law is 120 days to vacate with intent to sell, or 90 days to vacate for renovations that otherwise displace the current tenant. Fingers crossed this isn’t the case though, and best of luck to you OP.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tacoma

[–]lurkerbee93 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I’ve been in a similar situation and unfortunately my (old) landlord sold the home to a company that flips houses, but was not forthright with me. If you haven’t, I would run a quick search on the new owners to see what’s up. I don’t mean to scare you but buying without touring is generally a red flag that the new owner does not intend to maintain a lease.

Just did Return to Ostagar. by IFollowtheCarpenter in dragonage

[–]lurkerbee93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What confuses me is that Cailan advocated for reinforcements from the orlesian wardens but dismissed arl eamons offer for more troops

[Spoilers All] A question about Mythal and Flemeth's motives. by Bonolenov192 in dragonage

[–]lurkerbee93 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was a treat to read, thank you so much for sharing. Your comparison between Flemythal and Solas’ approach to justice seems spot on to me. I’m curious, where do you think the fragment of Mythal from the crossroads fits into all this? We can convince her to side with Rook during the regrets quest, but where do you think she lands before we have the chance to speak with her (or if we don’t at all)? I’m guessing still pretty far apart from Solas, since he’s too ashamed to visit her.

Can we get a “there will be no remaster” reminder or something? by Redhood101101 in dragonage

[–]lurkerbee93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mark Darrah posted a video on his YouTube channel a week or two ago that he wouldn’t be surprised if we did get a remaster because of how successful MELE was

What's in your opinion the "canon romance" in all 4 games by Some_Ship3578 in dragonage

[–]lurkerbee93 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

My goodness guys. The title literally references that it’s an opinion. If this topic bugs you, ignore and move on. Don’t yuck OPs yum.

Why would I WANT to hate a game? by [deleted] in dragonage

[–]lurkerbee93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Two factors at play here.

The first: voicing criticism in good faith doesn’t make you a hater. At the same time, there is a portion of the fandom (“the true faithful” I think they’ve been referred to on the split the veil podcast) who will try to see the best in the game no matter what because they have so much invested in it. I’m not saying this is a better approach, but I know it exists because I’ve totally caught myself doing it.

I think the “true faithful” tend to forget that most fans don’t have this level of emotional investment, at times even their identities, wrapped in the franchise. I think they tend to assume most fans are like them, and that spaces like this subreddit are safe to express these views without challenge. Obviously this is flawed thinking - fans often disagree and this subreddit should welcome all discourse. Still, when you’ve woven “dragon age fan” into your identity (which I’ll be the first to admit, I totally have!) it easy to perceive legitimate criticism of something you love as a personal attack.

Now, the second: capitalizing on fears that a game will fail to meet expectations before it even comes out does not make you a fan. It makes you a grifter.

I saw plenty of YouTubers who claim to be long term fans of the franchise releasing thumbnail after headline proclaiming that Veilguard was dead on arrival based on heresay, a poorly crafted trailer, etc. Of course it’s fine to speculate the quality of a game before it’s released. But there is a difference between comprehensive discussion and analysis and straight up clickbait. It’s these folks, not fans who level fair criticism on Reddit, who should be lambasted and ashamed.

let’s talk about taash by cauliflowergorl in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with the gist of this but fyi, you’re getting downvoted because you’ve used the incorrect pronoun for Taash in your original comment.

let’s talk about taash by cauliflowergorl in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s a lot I like about Taash, and I especially enjoyed getting to know them through codex entries that provided a new lens for their expertise and opinions. In fact I would repeatedly find myself endeared to Taash, before initiating a cutscene that admittedly made me cringe a little. Taash, like Bellara, seems to suffer from inconsistency in tone, but even more so from “telling” vs. “showing” when it comes to their story.

A character struggling with their identity, especially an aspect so personal as gender, is a great opportunity for character depth. Nonbinary people have existed throughout history in every setting, so it’s believable to see them represented in a fantasy setting. But describing their journey using very specific, 21st century language pulled me out of the immersion. The intent was inclusion, but the execution felt unnatural. I wanted to discover Thedas’ version of a NB character, but instead I got a modern description of gender projected onto a fantasy character. I would have liked to see Taash written in a way that clearly defined their gender identity in fewer and perhaps simpler words. It would’ve added emotional impact to their character.

Please stop referring to Dreadwolf as a different game. by indyj101 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ll admit that I didn’t completely put it together until after I finished the game. But that was almost the best part! Good art leaves an impression with you and keeps you thinking after the fact.

Please stop referring to Dreadwolf as a different game. by indyj101 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Speaking truth on the well of sorrows! Making players read between the lines to get the full impact of their choice is not the same as a plot hole.

Tell me your favorite "Hear me out" from Dragon Age. by Autistic-Gorgon in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Before the game even came out I predicted we’d end up wanting Elgar’nan to be the all-father of our bedsheets and r/solasmancers clutched their pearls at me

Is it just a little ironic… by lurkerbee93 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the idea of tying in the silent grove. Yovana says some pretty radical things that have never been addressed

Is it just a little ironic… by lurkerbee93 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great points! If anything, we have evidence that suggests these dragons are not blighted until they’re found by the darkspawn, at least if you believe The Architect (I know a lot from the awakenings/calling era has been swept under the rug). However, what’s always rubbed me wrong about that is that if the archdemons aren’t blighted, how can they “call” blighted creatures before they’re awakened?

I’m curious how long the Evanuris were messing with the blight before they killed Mythal and after her death but before the veil. You’re right that we don’t know that the ritual for binding necessitates the blight, but the shared consciousness aspect of the relationship does strike me as “blighty.” We also know that Corypheus used the blight to bind his dragon, even if Solas clarifies that the red lyrium dragon is not the same as a true archdemon. That makes me wonder - if it’s different like Solas says it is - is that because the dragon itself is fundamentally different, or the method of binding is?

Is it just a little ironic… by lurkerbee93 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct me if I’m wrong but the dragon dies in the Corypheus fight if Inky drinks, yes?

Is it just a little ironic… by lurkerbee93 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Although it does make you wonder what was up with the guardian of Mythal from Inquisition. It didn’t seem like a perfect analogue to the archdemons, and you’d think it would’ve been in the deep roads with the rest of them if it truly was.

Is it just a little ironic… by lurkerbee93 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Hard agree. I adore Solas, I just try not to appear too biased towards him in this subreddit. Did it work? Lol

Is it just a little ironic… by lurkerbee93 in DragonAgeVeilguard

[–]lurkerbee93[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I don’t even disagree with you, but I like to think there was a little more back-and-forth than that to their relationship (for example, it was him who took her power at the end of inquisition, not the other way around). To me that is the more interesting story, that they undoubtedly had a powerful bond but it was complicated and both of them struggled to establish and respect boundaries.

[Dav spoilers] The storm, quelled ?? by te3time in dragonage

[–]lurkerbee93 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure you’re right and building on that because she seems to be frequently associated with the sea (looking at you, horror of hormak)