Beathag

*"I have and during my time in the Inquisition I learned a great deal about them as well, and their failings. But after all this I cannot go back to the Tower and live my life sequestered behind those walls. At least here I will live and die using my Maker given gifts to help protect Thedas*." -On becoming a Warden.

## Beathag

### Affiliation

Circle of Magi, Wycome (Former), Mage of the Inquisition (Former), Circle of Magi, Fereldin (Current)

### Relatives

Revered Mother (Starkhaven, Doireann), Senior Enchanter (Starkhaven Circle, Iseabail Eógan, Deceased)

## History

Beathag was abandoned as a child by her Tal-Vashoth parents, she was found by a wandering merchant on his way to Wycome, that took pity on her and gave the infant to the Chantry.  It was uncertain what race she was until she turned two when she was far larger than children her age. The Revered Mother was unsure what to do with the child as she got older until she showed magical talent and off to the Circle Magi she went.

The Grand Enchanter was presented with a Vashoth child with magical talent and the decision was made to teach her, if she proved to be a danger like her brethren the Rite of Tranquility was always an option.  Given a human name, Beathag, meaning life, she took her to studies like a sponge. She surprised everyone with her intelligent and inquisitive mind, five years old she was reading books at a much higher rate than others her age.

Beathag had to work harder than the other students because of her stature.  She endured the insults and would-be bullies because she knew that her life outside the Circle would be far harder than being called Ox-man or some other name, she read about what Qunari did to their mages and if living under the constant scrutiny of the Templar's meant she didn’t have her mouth sewn shut, drugged into a stupor and treated like an animal she’d deal with the Templar's and their rules.

Beathag also grew up a devout Andrastian.  For one she was raised in the Chantry until her magic manifested and after that she remained devout, seeking solace in the maker while in the Circle Tower.   Her instructors allowed her and the other initiated to go to Chantry services with the Templar, in which she did religiously.

She completed her Harrowing successfully and was one of the first or maybe the first Vashoth Circle Mage.  She didn’t mind remaining in the Circle Tower, to her she was safe from others and couldn’t be a danger to others.  She grew up reading about the Heroism of the Grey Wardens.

When the Mage-Templar war broke out and the vote to dissolve the circles passed Beathag found herself without the protection of the Templar's nor a home.  Forced to flee the place she called home all her life she learned the harsh reality of being a mage outside the Circle. As luck would have it she managed to find a group of like minded people just trying to survive, who eventually made it to Skyhold.

She served in Skyhold until Divine Victoria was elected, she found herself at a crossroads go back to the Circle or not.  In the end Beathag chose to go to Vigil’s keep to assist the Warden’s with their library and offer her services as a translator.  Her fascination with the Grey Warden’s having not waned in light of the troubles that the order had gone through and she wished to aid them as best she can.

## Personality

Beathag having grown up in the Chantry is a devout Andrastian, which surprises must people given her appearance, and believes with all her heart Andraste's rule that 'magic must serve man not rule over him'. Forever thankful of her place in the Chantry and the Circle as she knows that her life could be so much worse.

Beathag also has a strong sense of justice, both for Mages and Templar's, as the war proved that both sides suffered greatly under the previous Chantry's rule. She hopes that Divine Victoria's Chantry takes better care of both. Living in the Chantry and the Circle fit her natural sense of order giving her a clear set of rules to follow and hierarchy to follow. The fall of both was difficult for her, both as a mage and mentally, joining the Inquisition helped her become more independent and find her own path.

Beathag is very insecure about her size and height in general. She doesn't like attention drawn to her size or thickness, otherwise she turned into a blushing, stammering mess. She also often forgets that doors are not made for someone her height and often bangs her head on them.

Beathag is also a virgin and oblivious to flirting attempts. She simply doesn't know how to flirt or see when someone is flirting with her. Bluntness is the key to getting her to understand. Once she does understand that someone likes her romantically she becomes quite shy as she doesn't know how to deal with that. When she does finally open up Beathag is a loving and cuddly person. She's been relatively touch starved most of her life, but learned to focus that energy into her work, however once she finds someone she will always want to be in contact with them or touching somehow.

**Toughness scale**: She’s Vashoth so she’s pretty sturdy but her focus is intellect and willpower.

She views Templar as Guardians of the people and they protect her from less pleasant elements that Mages Face.  She treats them with respect and warmth even if they are indifferent to her.  She will not hesitate to speak out against injustice but doesn’t like to fight.

She found the Grey Warden’s perseverance in the face of danger and death admirable.  Not to mention the freedom that Grey Warden Mages possess but that wasn’t her initial interest, she seeks to help maintain order in this world and protect others; and until the last Archdemon has been killed the Wardens appear to be the best way to do that.

POLITICAL RELATIONSHIPS: List notable organizations your character is affiliated with and describe their reputation within the group.

**Aequitarians** :  She has always believed that peaceful coexistence and understanding was the key for mages, templars and the rest of Thedas to live together. She believes that her magic should be used for the betterment of all regardless of Chantry Law.

**Inquisition**: Beathag served in the Inquisition as a translator, scribe, researcher and if needed a healer.  She is a quiet and studious worker.  She tries not to stand out even if she always will because of her stature.

**Templars**: She views Templar as Guardians of the people and they protect her from less pleasant elements that Mages Face.  She treats them with respect and warmth even if they are indifferent to her.  She will not hesitate to speak out against injustice but doesn’t like to fight.

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

**Leanna**: Beathag met her at Adorohal’s Reach during the aftermath of Kirkwall.  They only met a few times but her strong personality left an impression on her.  She does hope that she can meet her again.

**Wynne**: She met Wynne when she took refuge in Adorohal’s Reach when her circle fell.  She found that Wynne was a courageous woman who stood proud in her beliefs and respected her sacrifice.  She wished that she could have had more time to learn from her.

**Cassandra Pentaghast**:  Worked under her during her time in the inquisition along other mages when researching creatures, languages and historical texts.  She felt a little ( a lot) intimidated by the Seeker.

**Revered Mother (Starkhaven, Doireann)**:  This was the woman that took her in and raised her until she was sent to the Circle for training.  Beathag still considers her a parent and visits her when she is in the city. Part of a pet project to see if Qunari are born savage or if they can be taught to be civilized.

**Senior Enchanter (Starkhaven Circle, Iseabail Eógan, Deceased):**  This was her tutor when she came to the Starkhaven Circle.  She took to  her lessons easily and adapted well to Circle life.  She also considered her a mother. Was sent to Kirkwall and died there.

**Sebastian Vael**:  Beathag has an intense resentment towards the Prince of Starkhaven for refusing to rebuild the Circle Tower, that was his responsibility.  This resulted in many of her friends and family being sent to Kirkwall and ultimately their deaths. This is as close to hatred as she could get, resulting in the death of one of the women that raised her, although she wouldn’t kill him she can’t forgive him.

## Trivia

* Beathag knows several languages fluently: Qunlat, Tevene, Ancient Tevene (read/write), Trade Tongue, Orlesian, and Antivan. She has learned a smattering of Elven from her time studying in Elven ruins.
* Birthday is Wintermarch, 22nd
* Beathag is a Journeyman in the Creation School and a Novice in the Spirit School.
* She specializes in Arcane and Religious Lore of Thedas.
* Beathag stand 7 feet tall and weights around 300 pounds.
* Favorite Food: Candied Ginger Root
* Favorite Drink: Elder Flower and Embrium Tea.
* Favorite Flower: Crystal Grace
* Favorite Animal: Druffalo