Ariane

“Warden, your dog is lecturing me again.”

Ariane
Title	Hunter
Race	Elf
Gender	Female
Class	Warrior
Specialization	Champion
Voice	Corri English
Appearances	Dragon Age: Origins - Witch Hunt Heroes of Dragon Age

Ariane is a Dalish elven warrior and one of three companions for the Warden-Commander in the Witch Hunt DLC for Dragon Age: Origins.

Background

Ariane is a gifted Dalish warrior, and her clan's best hunter. When an ancient artifact belonging to the clan's Keeper, Solan, is stolen, one with a history tied to the very roots of the elven people, Ariane is charged with the task of reclaiming it. She is determined to carry out her solemn duty, and when her task turns out to intersect with the Warden-Commander's quest to find Morrigan she realizes that there may be far more to the artifact's disappearance than simple theft.

Involvement

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Witch Hunt.

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Ariane is first encountered at Flemeth's empty hut in the Korcari Wilds. She reveals she was sent there by her Keeper to locate Asha'bellanar. Ariane was hoping to secure her aid in locating her daughter, Morrigan, who had stolen an ancient text related to the Eluvians which Ariane's clan had guarded since the days of Arlathan. Ariane suggests visiting the Circle of Magi for further information since the text was reclaimed from the Circle by an Elf who later joined the Dalish. While researching the Eluvian, the duo are joined by Finn, a Circle Mage.

Ariane also offers her blood for the spell to locate the Lights of Arlathan since only pure Dalish blood would work. If the Warden-Commander is also Dalish, their blood won't work because it bear The Taint. If a save from Dragon Age: Origins was imported, Ariane will also inquire about the ring Morrigan gifted to The Warden and the precise nature of their relationship.

Although she initially threatens Dog on her first encounter with the Warden, Ariane becomes quite friendly with the mabari and claims she is able to understand Dog's barking.

After arriving at The Nest, Ariane asks the Warden-Commander to ask Morrigan about the book before waiting behind with Finn. If Morrigan is allowed to leave but is not followed she will confirm that the Dalish book has been left at her nearby campfire. Ariane retrieves the text before leaving.

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This section contains spoilers for:
Dragon Age: Inquisition.

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After accomplishing their mission, Ariane continued to travel with Finn. Eventually some mercenaries hired by Finn's father tracked them down but were driven off.

Finn later returned to his parents' house to explain himself and say goodbye, bringing Ariane along for the visit. She managed to sample every item in the house pantry.

Initial statistics

Skills

Master Combat Training   Master Combat Tactics

• Although she doesn't meet the requirements (Cunning has to be 16, but is 10) her initial Combat Tactics are on master level.

Talents

Champion		War Cry
Warrior	Powerful	Powerful   Threaten   Bravery
	Precise Striking	Precise Striking   Taunt   Disengage
	Second Wind	Second Wind
Dual Weapon	Dual-Weapon Training	Dual-Weapon Training   Dual-Weapon Finesse   Dual-Weapon Expert   Dual-Weapon Mastery
	Dual Striking	Dual Striking   Riposte   Cripple   Punisher
	Dual-Weapon Sweep	Dual-Weapon Sweep   Flurry   Momentum   Whirlwind
	Twin Strikes	Twin Strikes   Find Vitals

• She has only one Specialization.

Equipment

Weapons	Girl's Best Friend   Rain of Petals   Modified Dalish Longbow
Armor	Helm of the Arlathvenn   Gauntlets of the True Path   Ariane's Dalish Chain   Ariane's Favorite Boots
Accessories	Ariane's Bearskin Belt   Amulet of Protection   The Keeper's Ring   Band of Gold

• All Ariane's initial gear is restricted to her.
• There are no rune slots in any of her weapons or armor. xbox360 It is extremely difficult to get them to appear, but it can be done.

Quotes

Main article: Witch Hunt/Dialogue#Party_Banter

• "As a girl, I broke the fingers of those that poked me needlessly. Just saying."
• "Yes, I'm sure we can chat later." (even when you can't)
• "I have a good feeling about this."
• "Come on--no time to waste."
• (When fighting the ancient Elven guardians) "I wish we could talk to these guardians instead of having to slay them."
• (When Dog activates Mabari dominance) "Perhaps your dog would like some privacy?"

Combat comments

During a fight:

• Immediately.
• Ha!
• There!
• Do not let up!
• Victory is mine!
• I will defeat you!
• Out of the way!
• Stand your ground!
• Face me!
• Do your worst!
• Direct me!

After a fight:

• Victory!

Trivia

• Ariane has a great fondness for 'shemlen' pickles.

Gallery

Tier progression of Ariane in Heroes of Dragon Age

Artwork of Ariane's tier progression in Heroes of Dragon Age