Cailan Theirin

Cailan Theirin (born 9:05 Dragon), son of King Maric Theirin and Queen Rowan Guerrin, became the King of Ferelden after the sudden disappearance of his father in 9:25 Dragon. During the opening stages of the Fifth Blight in 9:30, he has been sitting on the throne for five years, alongside his wife Queen Anora Mac Tir, daughter of the hero Loghain Mac Tir.
== Background ==
Cailan was born in the year 9:05 Dragon. His mother showed great interest in books, and Cailan inherited this. He loved hearing heroic tales as a child, particularly those describing his father's rise to power. His mother, Rowan, died when he was still a boy in 9:08 Dragon, and the young prince lived a lonely childhood.
Cailan was not raised by his father alone. Loghain helped raise him and helped to organize his marriage to Anora, as they grew up together. He was described at that time as always following her lead, and being thoroughly under her thumb. While Anora eventually grew fond of Cailan's charms, he was not above committing a few indiscretions with other women during their marriage. Cailan never found himself heavily involved in Ferelden's politics, and seemed satisfied about Anora dealing with the administrative aspects of government, as in his mind, a true king's duty was to unite his people against a common enemy.
Ferelden's Warden-Commander, Polara, built an amiable relationship with King Cailan and this friendship made Cailan a strong supporter of the Grey Wardens. Commander Polara overcame many of the objections of Teyrn Loghain, who had argued strenuously against the order returning—after all, the Wardens had attempted to overthrow the Ferelden throne centuries before.Codex entry: Fiona
Opinions of Cailan's suitability for rule varied greatly among those who knew him. He was a popular king with the common folk, known for his social nature in talking with both his soldiers and subjects—often without the protection of his bodyguards, much to Loghain's annoyance. While his willingness to set aside past national feuds when in talks with Empress Celene in favor of a permanent alliance between Ferelden and Orlais was well-received by some as a pursuit for long-term peace, others saw it as a betrayal of his country and submitting to their long-time oppressors.Codex entry: Cailan's Documents - Page 3 of 3 Many would criticize him as more foolish than wise, merely a child playing at being king. For example, Loghain saw his insistence on fighting alongside his forces at the Battle of Ostagar as a juvenile desire for glory in battle.According to Loghain Mac Tir and Arl Rendon Howe's dialogue Some saw Cailan's chafing against the more experienced Loghain as ill-advised, believing Cailan would be wise to heed Loghain's advice.According to Loghain's guard's dialogue Others still thought his actions at Ostagar a sign of courage and leadership for wishing to stand by those who would fight for him. 
Cailan was resolutely supported by powerful nobles such as Arl Eamon Guerrin and Teyrn Bryce Cousland who would not stand for any slander of their king.
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== Quotes ==
* "Allow me to be the first to welcome you to Ostagar. The Wardens will benefit greatly with you in their ranks."
* "Our arguments with the Orlesians are a thing of the past, and you will remember who is king!"
* "Enough of your conspiracy theories, Loghain! Grey Wardens battle the Blight, no matter where they're from!"
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== Trivia ==
* The Greatsword Cailan wields has the same model as Yusaris.
== Gallery ==
Cailan's concept art.png|Concept art of Cailan
HoDA LegendaryNobleKingCailan.jpg|Artwork from Heroes of Dragon Age
Cailan HoDA.jpg|Cailan in Heroes of Dragon Age
== See also ==
* Theirin family
* Guerrin family
* Cailan's armor set
== References ==
Category:Characters
Category:Dragon Age: The Stolen Throne characters
Category:Dragon Age: Origins characters
Category:Heroes of Dragon Age characters
Category:Humans
Category:Fereldans
Category:Fereldan nobility
Category:Royalty
Category:Warriors
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