Dane

Dane was a legendary Fereldan hero, who was Hafter's foster-father. He is said to have owned a pack of wolves, from which Mabari War Dogs have descended. He is also credited with orchestrating a major campaign against werewolves, which dramatically reduced the werewolf threat. According to The Saga of Dane, he was also a werewolf for a period of time.

The River Dane in Ferelden, which is perhaps most known these days for being the place where the rebel forces of King Maric under the command of Loghain defeated two Orlesian Legions, is named after the same hero.

Trivia
The character may have been inspired by the Tamora Pierce character Veralidaine (Daine) Sarrasri, who had an affinity for wolves.