Theirin family

The Theirins are the royal family of Ferelden. The Theirin bloodline stems from King Calenhad, meaning his descendants have almost always sat upon the throne of Ferelden, the exception being during the occupation by Orlais which began during the Blessed Age.

History
The first notable Theirin (and perhaps, still most notable) was undoubtedly Calenhad. He became teyrn of Denerim (when Denerim was still a teyrnir) in 5:33 Exalted. By some feat of skill or luck, he convinced the Circle of Magi to craft him an enchanted suit of silver-white armour (Calenhad to this day is referred to as "The Silver Knight"), which seemed to deflect both arrow and blade. He then became the third - and to date, last - person to successfully lay siege to Redcliffe and conquer it. Following this feat, he presented himself to the Landsmeet flanked by Ash Warriors and Circle mages and declared himself king. Every lord and lady present bowed before him. He blazed through Ferelden, uniting the entire land behind him as king.

Following Calenhad's conquest, the Theirins ruled Ferelden for over three hundred years, until, in 8:44 Blessed, the Orlesian Empire conquered Ferelden and deposed the ruling Theirin king, Brandel. An Orlesian puppet king was installed on the Fereldan throne, answering to the emperor in Val Royeaux.

Known members

 * King Calenhad, married to Queen Mairyn
 * King Weylan I
 * Queen Fionne
 * King Arland
 * King Vanedrin
 * King Brandel
 * Moira the Rebel Queen
 * King Maric, married to Queen Rowan
 * King Cailan, married to Queen Anora