The Clayne were once a powerful Alamarri tribe who dominated the lowlands. They united under King Calenhad to form modern Ferelden.[1][2][3]
Background
In the times when the Tevinter Imperium extended into the Fereldan Valley, the magisters once engaged in a vicious battle with the Clayne. Only with the use of blood magic and a magical suit of armour were the Tevinters able to claim any victories. However, in-fighting caused a number of their leaders to die. This gave the Clayne the advantage, and Tevinter outposts fell to the barbarians.[4]
They are also described by Master Ilen during the Dalish Elf Origin. The Sabrae clan fought the Clayne as the Dalish fled the Dales after the elven kingdom collapsed. Multiple elven clans united into one force and inflicted many causalities on the Clayne in this battle, winning their place in the new land. Ilen claims his father had fought against the Clayne.[note]
Known Clayne
- Calenhad – united the Clayne tribes under his rule
- Luthias Dwarfson[5]
Codex entries
See also
Notes
The Dales fell in 2:20 Glory.[6] According to Ilen, the Sabrae clan was one of the first to flee the Dales.[7] The unification of Ferelden happened in 5:42 Exalted.[8] Therefore, it's unlikely that Ilen's father had actually participated in battle against the Clayne, as the conflict between the elves and the human tribes would've happened many centuries prior.
References
- ↑
Dragon Age: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, p. 26
- ↑ Dragon Age: The Stolen Throne, Chapter 4
- ↑
David Gaider (February 24, 2010). "Lore Question: The Old Fereldan Tribes" (archive). The BioWare Forum. (offline).
- ↑ Codex entry: Legend of the Juggernaut
- ↑ According to Ash Warrior Leader.
- ↑ Dragon Age: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, p. 76
- ↑ Dalish Elf Origin
- ↑ Dragon Age: The World of Thedas, vol. 1, p. 105