Liam Cousland

Warden-Commander Cousland, 9:41 Dragon

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Liam Cousland, 9:31 Dragon

**Liam Cousland**, aka the Warden-Commander of Ferelden, the Hero of Ferelden, the Champion of Redcliffe, and Arl of Amaranthine is a human noble warrior. He is the youngest son of the Teyrn and Teyrna of Highever. He would later be known as **Liam** **Gayh** after reuniting with his biological parents

## Overview

### **Physical Appearance**

Standing at just under 5'10", Liam could generally be considered an average guy. While some would say he is handsome, his brown hair, brown eyes and light skin place him in the majority of humans. Looking closely, his features could be described as a bit more unique. The hair atop his head is like most others, however the hair on his face is not. His eyebrows are much bushier and darker than one would see on other human men. When it is grown, his beard is curly and coarse. The outer corners of Liam's eyes are noticeably angled downward. Adorning his angled eyes are long, dark eyelashes. Accompanying his eyes is his nose. Short and wide, Liam wears a button-nose that points upward. Below that is his mouth. His mouth is relatively small, with a thin upper lip and thicker lower lip. His face is outlined by a strong jawline that comes to a point at his chin; which points forward. Liam is most comfortable keeping himself lean and in shape. The bulkiest part about him are his legs.

### **Personality**

Liam is a compassionate and caring man. Growing up, he adopted the ideology of his family: *Death Before Dishonor*. Thus, Liam attempts to apply that to every aspect of his life that he can. It gets him into trouble often. Though his philosophy is most important to him, Liam is a people pleaser. He finds it difficult to act in a way that is outwardly antagonistic of people he may disagree with, however justified the antagonizing might be.

### **Talents and Skills**

Liam is a good talker and likes to think he is charismatic. His training with two-handed swords have made him stronger than he looks. Liam was trained in some templar abilities by his good friend Alistair. He also taught himself the way of the Spirit Warrior. He prides himself on his ability to defend his comrades.

* Two-handed swords
* Sword-and-shield

## Biography

### **History**

Liam was born in 9:12 Dragon, the second (and only adopted) son of Teyrn Bryce Cousland and Teyrna Eleanor Cousland. As a child Liam was taught about his partial Orlesian blood from his biological mother. Later, Liam would find his biological parents and take their name. Growing up, he was very close to his older brother Fergus. They did everything together. As Fergus learned to fight, he taught Liam at the same time. Both young men grew up as charmers. They found enjoyment in moving from relationship to relationship. However, Liam always felt he wanted something more, but he tended to follow in his brother's footsteps. Liam was pleasently surprised to hear of his brother's marriage to Oriana after he'd left for a while. Liam was even more ecstatic at the news of Oren's birth. This only made Liam's desire for a partner stronger. By the time Liam had turned 19, his brother was readying to leave with his father and Arl Howe to assist in the fight against the Darkspawn at Ostagar.

### **In-game**

After his brother's leaving, Liam Cousland awakens with his latest partner, the elven lady-in-waiting Iona. Liam's dog Atlas was barking at their door. Investigating, Iona opens the door and is shot by an arrow. After defeating the intruders and meeting with his mother, Liam concludes that Arl Howe has betrayed them. In their escape, Liam and his mother find the corpses of Oriana and Oren and collect the Family Sword and the Shield of Highever. After talking to Ser Gilmore, Liam and his mother find Bryce Cousland. The Grey Warden commander Duncan tells Liam that his father is dying, but he can help them escape if Liam promises to join the Grey Wardens after. Eleanor stays behind to give Liam and Duncan time to escape.

### **Post-game**

* Leaves duties to start a family with Morrigan.
* After a few years, returns to rule over Vigil's Keep and Amaranthine.
* Begins search for a cure to the calling in 9:40 Dragon.

## **Relationships**

### Family

* Bryce Cousland
* Eleanor Cousland
* Fergus
	+ Oriana
		- Oren

### Companions

#### Alistair

Liam's best friend. The brief time in which it was just the two of them trying to survive the Battle of Ostagar strengthened their bond considerably. Even through Liam putting Alistair on the throne they always knew they would be there for each other.

#### Morrigan

The love of his life, and mother of his child.

#### Leliana

A strong friendship. So strong, Leliana misinterpreted it as a romance. The situation was taken care of amicably.

#### Sten

A lot of mutual respect. Liam always found Sten to be an admirable warrior and person.

#### Wynne

A motherly figure that Liam appreciated after the death of his parents, even if she was overbearing.

#### Zevran

A playfully flirtatious friendship, Liam traveled with Zevran often after the 5th Blight.

#### Oghren

Liam pitied him, so he did all he could to help set Oghren's life straight.

#### Shale

More mutual respect, Liam only wishes he could have helped her more.

#### Atlas (Dog)

Liam's eternal companion, they'll never leave each other's side.

#### Anders

Another playfully flirtatious friendships, Anders and Liam work together well.

#### Velanna

Velanna is an enigma to Liam, but he enjoys her insights.

#### Sigrun

Liam enjoys Sigrun's attitude as one of the Legion of the Dead.

#### Justice

Liam was fond of Justice and his sense of...justice.

## **Miscellaneous**

Liam traveled with Zevran and his crew from the Awakening DLC on his journey to cure the Calling.

## **Gallery**

* Liam Cousland, 9:31 Dragon
* Liam Cousland finishing off the Archdemon
* Liam Cousland celebrating victory over the Fifth Blight
* Liam Cousland confronting the Archdemon
* Warden-Commander Cousland, 9:37 Dragon
* Warden-Commander Cousland, 9:41 Dragon
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