Second Orlesian Invasion of Ferelden

Orlesian Second Invasion on Ferelden was lead by Mad Emperor Reville.

Quick victories of Orlesians
Thanks to the clandestine support of number of powerful banns undermining the Kingdom's defence, Orlais quickly establishes a strong foothold.

in 8:24 Blessed Redcliffe, Vigil's Keep and the City of Amaranthine quickly fell to the Empire.

Battle of Lothering
At the Battle of Lothering, King Vanedrin Theirin is killed and Calenhad the Great's sword, Nemetos, is lost. Ardal Cousland, Teyrn of Highever, is slain defending his king.

In 8:25 Blessed: Though Vanderin is succeeded by his son, King Brandel Theirin, the youth is unable to unite the country beneath him, and for the next two decades, Ferelden is mired in blood and battle.

Battle of Denerim
In 8:44 Blessed: The Orlesian Empire finally sacks the city of Denerim, claiming victory in Ferelden and driving King Brandel into hiding.

Aftermath
Though routed, the King and others among the true Fereldan nobility continue to wage guerrilla war against their oppressors.

When Brandel finally dies, several years after the birth of his grandson Maric Theirin, Orlais crowns Meghren as King of Ferelden, though Brandel's daughter, "the Rebel Queen" Moira Theirin - considerably more popular and charismatic than her father - keeps the resistance alive.