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[The video feed clicks on, showing a pretty young lady wearing blue and silver armor. One might notice dark circles under her eyes, making her look as though she hasn't had a good night's sleep in weeks. She doesn't acknowledge the netbook right away, instead staring down at the staff in her lap, eyebrows knitted together in thought.

After a moment, she finally looks up, addressing the camera, and rolls her eyes irritably.]

No one ever wants a mage around, I've noticed, unless they think we can be useful for something. And it's always something. First darkspawn, and now I'm fighting a blighted war for some strangers.

I think I'd rather the war, though, so I'll play along. Speaking of which - there are other Grey Wardens here. Or perhaps I still have to deal with darkspawn, but I'm trying to stay optimistic. So, if I may ask who's out there... Stroud? Anyone else from Vigil's Keep?

[She moves to reach for the 'off' button, but freezes. It wouldn't hurt to introduce herself to everyone else here, instead of being such an angry jerk all the time, she realizes. SIGH, her life is so hard. B(]

Ah, and - my name is Bethany Hawke. If I didn't just make it completely obvious, I'm one of your newest "transports." [She bows her head politely.] A pleasure, I'm sure.

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I think I will, thank you.

[Rood, Jack. >B(]

[oh a bowing of the head

and a 'majesty'

oh

oh she likes you. there's a nod of acknowledgement, and her neutral expression breaks into a pleasant smile]

I do wish the circumstances were a bit better. I would have preferred to make your acquaintance on Ferelden soil.

And there are a few others, yes. King Alistair is here, as well as Nathaniel Howe and his...friend Anders, along with yet another Grey Warden, Fiona.

The king, too? And here I thought I would be all by myself here.

Oh, but Stroud's not so bad, once you get to know him... [A shrug.] Hello, Nathaniel.

I suppose you're right. It just seems like my kind are even less welcome than most. Back home, anyway.

[Hey, it's been three years, she's no recruit by now. :V]

I am, indeed. I was meant to travel to Ansburg before... this happened, however. [SHRUG. Oh well.] Well met, Fiona.

I don't mind that as much as you'd think.

[Hi, roomie.]

Are there? At least I won't be alone, I suppose.

Mages, or Wardens?

[He's a little surprised by the casual greeting, but it's not like he's going to insist on formalities here.]

Hello Bethany.

I'd ask how you're doing, but since you're here I doubt the answer would be positive.

I wouldn't mind being asked to perform tricks too much, honestly. [It'd be better than having to fight all the time.] But it's nice to know that I won't have to worry about templars while I'm here.

...Well, then. It's nice to meet you, Martin.

They don't exist in your world? Curious.

There is... power in one's blood, but it can only be learned by contacting a demon. Which is - obviously quite dangerous.

[no you'll always be Garrett's kid sister you adorable little apostate you]

Surely you can imagine worse things than being a Warden. Maker knows I can, and I'm the one who ran away from the Wardens.

Wielding a sword won't draw the attention of demons, though. It is very dangerous, in my world, though I've always tried to use my magic for good, as much as I can.

[SEEEEEEEE we're not all bad]

The circumstances are... very peculiar, yes, but it's an honor all the same.

...Ah. [sob she kind of wishes she could have been alone here. oh well.] Well, better them than darkspawn.

Oh?

Have you gotten the tour?

No kidding. I don't know about you, but almost nowhere back home hands out free snacks unless you sign a subscription.

[Sorry, Nate, you're not exactly her superior in her time - just her senior, so no formalities for you. :V]

Oh, I've been better, certainly, but that's nothing new. But being here isn't so bad, thus far - it's better than the Deep Roads, at least.

[NOPE SORRY GIRL IT'S ONE BIG OLD WARDEN PARTY meanwhile anora just stands off to the side]

I suppose so. As of now, I have yet to see any darkspawn so I believe you're in luck.

[she notes the disappointment]

Hoping for some other news?

Tour? I may take a look around the city later, once I'm settled, but no.

Demons?

No, I'm afraid I can't.

[BEING A WARDEN IS HARD, ANDERS

IT'S HARD AND NO ONE UNDERSTANDS]

Mages in Thedas face an increased risk of... ah. Possession.

[can i hang out in the corner with you anora... i didn't even want to go to this stupid party...]

I'll take that silver lining.

...Ah, not - not really. Although... [She hesitates, for just a moment.] Have you heard of a man by the name of Garrett being here? Garrett Hawke. My brother.

I don't think we have anything like that in my world, no. I suppose you are luckier than I.

[sure she has tea and crumpets and queenly things.

there's a frown and a shake of the head.]

There's the possibility that he arrived while I had been...away. But as far as I know, no such name has come up.

Certainly better than being locked-up, I would imagine. But that would be considered degrading for mages where I'm from. And no, no Templars. [ Unless the Initiative brings forth a Templar, but considering how many non-Thedosian mages there's about... ]

It's nice to meet you too. I must say I'm quite happy to see more mages. We have enough people willing to solve problems with a sword or their fists.

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