Plots of Antiva - Culture, Politics, and the Antivan Crows in Dragon Age 4

[@nathaniel6912]

Josephine is my canon romance for Inquisition. Him being with Josephine and her family in Antiva is something I genuinely love in the epilogue of Tresspasser.

[@killercarzilla]

I've wanted to go to Antiva since Origins. It just sounds so cool. Thanks for the video!

[@JackdawYT]

Any time! I hope we can visit in DA4!

[@Mrs.Solas2212]

Same! It’s such a beautiful city, I definitely think the Qunari invasion will happen, maybe we’ll even see Sten

[@killercarzilla]

I would love to be able to play as a crow

[@Mrs.Solas2212]

Me too, that would be so awesome

[@buzzboi646]

Omg imagine if one of the origins for da4 is you starting off as a crow

[@JackdawYT]

PLEASE BIOWARE

[@buzzboi646]

@@JackdawYT there are a few other origins I’d like to see, like being a seeker or a bard I’d love to watch a video of origins you’d like to see in Dragon age 4

[@lisdraconis2212]

Yes!

[@curses0206]

I thought u meant the bird and I was confused lmao

[@gustavobieker6047]

Apollo has given you the gift of prophecy I see

[@JackdawYT]

Introducing the ninth entry in my new lore/future plot threads series. These set of videos are going to be full of spoilers as I delve into particular honed-in lore that is rather telling for the future narrative of Dragon Age! You can catch up on all the previous episodes of The Road To Dragon Age 4 here: kzbin.info/aero/PLXNz-vptG-rsbw6ZIGp17HE7mDof_jshF

[@ario3943]

THANKS FOR THE LORE BUT HOW MUCH LANGAUGE IN DRAGON AGE 4 LIKE SUPTTITEL OR FULL MENU PLEAS TELL ME

[@FaerywingArt]

When I read the story in Tevinter Nights, I definitely got the impression that Lucanis would most likely be a new party member. When I read The Wake, I noticed a mention in there that Illario's display of grief was well rehearsed. I do not think Lucanis is really dead, as it doesn't make sense to introduce him in the book, then kill him off almost instantly. Lucanis and Illario appeared to me to be close, as far as family members are concerned. I really believe that Lucanis' death has been faked for some reason that we'll learn in the next game. The clues appear to be there, unless there's something I've missed. Id love to know other's thoughts on this.

[@bobswolfie2001]

Even though Lucanis is pretty awesome, I think having illario as a companion would be pretty cool too. He'd be dealing with his grief for Lucanis, on,y to find out he's still alive. or it could be some big scheme as you said and Illario is in on it, but in that case having him as a companion could have him discovered (or he really is dead, in which case it would just be Illario's grief I guess loool)

[@christineherrmann205]

I feel like it's pretty likely he faked his death because he's rather be our companion than rule one of the Crow factions. 😄

[@christineherrmann205]

@@bobswolfie2001 you have now convinced me we will get Lucanis as a companion.... pretending to be Illario.

[@Nagram_]

YES!!! Antiva. I want to indulge in wine also, as Zevran puts it, antivan brown beauties and assassination plots.

[@lisdraconis2212]

I just wanna see Zevran again... if war is on the horizon for Antiva I think he would try and defend it. Even tho he is an ex crow on the run he always spoke fondly of his homeland.

[@christineherrmann205]

This. Especially given the Warden is off doing who knows what. If he's romanced, though, especially, to be able to see him again, even for a cameo, would be incredible. I mean, heck, to see the Warden at Weishaupt for a cameo. And Dorian in Tevinter as a cameo... JUST GIVE ME MY CAMEOS, DAMMIT. 🤣

[@jessicamccullough6743]

I would be truly surprised if he wasn't. Unless I'm wrong, he was part of a side quest in DA2 and was also part of a war table mission in DAI. With tensions rising in Antiva and The Crows at the center, his grabs for power in the background of the other games may come to light.

[@9robbby78]

Nothing is going to be sweeter, more emotionally jarring, more satisfying, more beautiful, than the feeling we will have as superfans of Dragon Age, than hearing the Theme being played at the start up screen of DA4. The Dawn will come... and Thank God we have Jackdaw to lead us through these trying times.

[@BelieveIt1051]

Wasn't there a rumor, perhaps in an Origin epilogue slide, about Zevran rising to power as a Talon? Would be cool to see him as the head of the Arainai Talon. Or maybe he changes the name to the last name of the Hero if romanced.

[@christineherrmann205]

Oh, wow. That would be freaking AWESOME. And not all THAT hard of a narrative change to implement IG

[@LeisurelyPanda]

Honestly, the Qunari invasion of Antiva is one plot point that makes me super excited for the next game! I can't wait to see if we have a hand in the conflict!

[@Mrs.Solas2212]

So excited for Dragon Age 4, thanks for all the info videos!

[@robertthornton7900]

I really hope they do small origin openings like they did in DA:O. It made me really connect with the created character, far more than DA2 and Inquisition. And I felt invested when they returned to the point of origin and got revenge (except the Dalish one ofcourse)

[@currwhibble3565]

Can't wait to see all the new places in da4. It's also neat that da has all they world building for places we've never been to. Goes to show how great the world building in da is...

[@indiaashby654]

Can the Qunari just chill for a sec...? 😂

[@Fairybongmother]

Thank you for this video! I love how much information you provide. I hope we get to explore Antiva in the next game. I am anxious to visit new places and meet new people in Thedas. I know things will be explosive with the Qunari, but I am looking forward to all of it.

[@vicente2044]

Josephine approves

[@JackdawYT]

My queen!

[@vicente2044]

@@JackdawYT Our queen

[@lebarondeminuit3580]

I love her

[@the_yeehaw_way]

i love antiva, i hope we get lots of new content for it in da4! also, for what i would like to see i selfishly hope we get to see josephine and zevran again :) maybe josephine can help the new protagonist with connections or something??

[@curses0206]

I’m so excited !! I love dragon age sm and I’ve been wanting to see antiva since the first game so this is gonna be awesome

[@Veilmage]

I can't wait to experience this place and I hope we get to join the Crows!

[@madamestrange2607]

Wow amazing video Jack! I love your voice so much, I can feel the hype and passion for DA! Thank you for making these kinds of videos, it stucks with me more than when I read about it!

[@OfficiallyJewls]

I always cannot wait for your videos! You do good work and I hope you continue!!

[@JackdawYT]

Aw thank you so much! I really appreciate that, and I aim to continue for sure!

[@Thedawntempest]

I would personally love if the human origin option was an Antivan

[@drewgalbraith4499]

Antiva would be amazing, run a crime syndicate, or 3 musketeers type stuff, political intrigue this would be an amazing setting

[@miguelhenriques1015]

Missed your videos man! Hope everything is fine :D

[@MicahLetsPlay]

I absolutely love this video!!! I can't wait to get my hands on Dragon Age. Awesome job Jackdaw. 🥰👍

[@JackdawYT]

Aww thank you so much!!

[@MicahLetsPlay]

@@JackdawYT You're very welcome 😉👍

[@KirRaeDreamer]

Hi Jack! Love your videos. Something I’ve been wondering about ‘The Wake’ short story. Do we know for sure that the person who died is Lucanis? An important conversation that happened in ‘The Wigmaker Job’ was Illario lamenting that Catarina wanted Lucanis to replace her as First Talon. Illario wanted to be First Talon, not Lucanis. So, the question is, is Illario mourning the loss of his cousin, Lucanis? Or, did Catarina die of old age? And, now he’s mourning the loss of a promotion. At this point, it’s just a theory. So, excited for Dragon Age 4!

[@JackdawYT]

Hey! I think this line in 'The Wake' pretty much sells that it's Lucanis that is dead/missing: “He was my cousin, but we were more like brothers, really. Always getting himself into every sort of trouble. And I was always right behind him, you know? Always.” Illario’s voice suddenly grew thick with emotion. “Now there’s nobody for me to follow.”

[@christineherrmann205]

I just can't wait to be drenched in the accent again. I miss Zevran. Please, Bioware, cameo? Everyone who actually believes Lucanis is dead, please quack like a duck. I rest my case.

[@will4673]

I'm about to pop in DA Inquisition again....start all the way over. Been a long time since I played it...

[@TheRoguePrince0]

It reminds me of braavos from asoiaf

[@apoorvlele6027]

Hey which lighting mod are you using? Great video btw!

[@shadowhell8378]

If we have to settle this matter either siding with antiva or the qunari to get new forces to fight Solas like how in origins we had to solve problems before getting help for the blight.

[@dalishwolfy9036]

Yayyyyyyy Antiva!!!!!

[@DaneInTheUS]

Good stuff Jackdaw! Thank you

[@JackdawYT]

Glad you liked it! Thank you!!

[@nordicblood8470]

Having watch this.... I really would hope the overall combat/gameplay mechanics is identical to DRAGON AGE 2. With all its shortcoming DRAGON AGE 2 has the best overall gameplay mechanics. The skill tree and the fluid combat mix with the TACTICAL option of ORIGINS. Some of my wishlist of the upcoming game will be: Switchable weapons (like ORIGINS for tactical purpose) CROSS CLASS combos Improve LOOT (LEGACY DLC was amazing because of this) BRING BACK FADE Materials and upgrade the CRAFTING system. NO ARMOR N WEAPON restrictions (ORIGINS replayability was high because you can be do badass ARCANE WARRIOR.) RANDOM n UNIQUE encounters (Wow in ORIGINS this really made my multiple play through exciting) FOR CONSOLE players I BEG Please allow MODDING.......... I got more but those are some of my WISHLIST

[@Just-A-Gamer1524]

idk what is worse: getting emotionally attached to a character and then they're ripped way, or barely getting to know one and now never going to... Lucanis can't be dead.

[@christineherrmann205]

I don't think he is. I think this is his way of being free to become a companion. 🤞

[@Just-A-Gamer1524]

@@christineherrmann205 that's what I was thinking. The ending scene in the book seems like it implies that. The Wake hits me hard since I don't have siblings either and view my 2 cousins as such.

[@FaerywingArt]

@@Just-A-Gamer1524 In The Wake, there's a mention in there that Illario's grief is well rehearsed. That really makes me think Lucanis is still alive.

[@nordicblood8470]

BTW... I will really feel at home in ANTIVA.... I have invested a good thousand Hours playing all three Dragon AGE. 90% of my character ALWAYS been a ROGUE Assassin...DM me if you want some UNIQUE play through!!

[@szekhar7602]

So lets hope DA4 will have a couple locations in Antiva

[@tw1st3ds0ul9]

Would you consider doing a how-to mod inquisition with mods you recommend that won't break the game?

[@JackdawYT]

For sure would consider that! Heck yeah!

[@tw1st3ds0ul9]

@@JackdawYT I will be keeping a close eye out for that, I'm excited to do a new playthrough with mods. And thank you!

[@celestialfang4370]

I am fully expecting the Crows to be decimated in the next game. They have really not lived up to their reputation.

[@savvypang]

So, is it to soon to ask for ship warfare with cap.. I mean Admiral Isabela in DA4.

[@lebarondeminuit3580]

Joséphine, I will comeback for you

[@alexdenton6586]

I hope they won't screw it up and that we'll have a game at least as mature and of a higher quality than Dragon Age Origins Even if I don't believe much in what I just said Especially when you see how far Bioware has fallen

[@TheShowerofSlime]

I always imagine that hitting the Like button before you start speaking is me putting a finger across your lips amorously and saying "Shhh, don't speak" As my hair flails in the cool Antiva wind, moistening my skin and ... This is not the Jackdaw Fanfic thread?

[@JackdawYT]

hahahahha, that's hilarious and I appreciate it honestly XD

[@christineherrmann205]

LMFAO 😂

[@kylosnow2146]

Jackdaw makes a New DA video... ,,everyone liked that''

[@TheLaluciDaniel]

I thought It said Dragon Age Antifa... I was so confused.

[@Marco_Onyxheart]

I'm still hoping they bring back Inon Zur. Trevor Morris is a fine composer, but peak Dragon Age is this kind of vaguely Jewish inspired music filtered through the mind of Inon Zur. Trevor Morris is simply too different.

[@Mirrekala]

I think Inon Zur's heavy brass sound is part of the considreably darker style of Origins and DA2. Not that DA:I didn't have it's dark moments, but overall it is brighter, aestetichally, sound-wise and story-wise, just the overall tone. It has heavy themes but the the take is not as harsh and gritty as it once was -- which depending on tastes might be a good thing. I think DA:I is its on thematically a coherent and beautiful beast, but toballu quite a different one from its predecessors. And I for one do miss the twisted and dark and _heavy_ atmosphere of Origins and 2, which the Inon Zur signature heavy brass sound is a huge part of.

[@vause1735]

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