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* Marquise [[Lady Mantillon]] – an elite player of [[The Grand Game]]<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 362</ref> |
* Marquise [[Lady Mantillon]] – an elite player of [[The Grand Game]]<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 362</ref> |
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* Marquis of Salmont – a friend of [[Meghren]]<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Stolen Throne]]'', p. 223</ref> |
* Marquis of Salmont – a friend of [[Meghren]]<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Stolen Throne]]'', p. 223</ref> |
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| + | * [[Marquis of Serault]] - the young ruler of [[Serault]] in western Orlais; protagonist of [[Dragon Age: The Last Court|''Dragon Age: The Last Court'']]. |
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=== Comtes and Comtesses === |
=== Comtes and Comtesses === |
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* Comte Pierre of [[Halamshiral]] – a nobleman somewhat sympathetic to the [[elven]] plight<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 155</ref> |
* Comte Pierre of [[Halamshiral]] – a nobleman somewhat sympathetic to the [[elven]] plight<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 155</ref> |
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* Comte Chantral of Velun – an ardent suitor for Celene's hand<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 46</ref> |
* Comte Chantral of Velun – an ardent suitor for Celene's hand<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 46</ref> |
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| − | * Comtess d'Argent – an ally of Celene<ref name="asunder288"/> |
+ | * Comtess d'Argent – an ally of Celene<ref name="asunder288" /> |
* Comtess [[Elodie]] |
* Comtess [[Elodie]] |
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* Comtess Helene – a patron of learning attempting to sponsor an [[elven]] math prodigy named Lennan being accepted into the [[University of Orlais]]<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 16</ref> |
* Comtess Helene – a patron of learning attempting to sponsor an [[elven]] math prodigy named Lennan being accepted into the [[University of Orlais]]<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 16</ref> |
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* Lord Eustace of Val Foret, Bosom Companion of [[Florian]] the Glorious and Principal Patron of Leorande the Younger <ref>[[Blood of Val Foret]]</ref> |
* Lord Eustace of Val Foret, Bosom Companion of [[Florian]] the Glorious and Principal Patron of Leorande the Younger <ref>[[Blood of Val Foret]]</ref> |
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* Lady Cerise, wife of Lord Eustace <ref>[[Blood of Val Foret]]</ref> |
* Lady Cerise, wife of Lord Eustace <ref>[[Blood of Val Foret]]</ref> |
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| − | * Lady Cecilie – lover of music and guardian of [[Leliana]] following the death of her mother, Lady Cecilie's handmaiden; she and her household left [[Ferelden]] following the [[Fereldan Rebellion]]<ref>According to conversation with Leliana in ''[[Dragon Age: Origins]]</ref> |
+ | * Lady Cecilie – lover of music and guardian of [[Leliana]] following the death of her mother, Lady Cecilie's handmaiden; she and her household left [[Ferelden]] following the [[Fereldan Rebellion]]<ref>According to conversation with Leliana in ''[[Dragon Age: Origins]]''</ref> |
* Lady Elspeth<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 96</ref> |
* Lady Elspeth<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 96</ref> |
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* Lady Seryl of [[Jader]] – a loyal ally of Empress [[Celene]] I<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 158</ref> |
* Lady Seryl of [[Jader]] – a loyal ally of Empress [[Celene]] I<ref>''[[Dragon Age: The Masked Empire]]'', p. 158</ref> |
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Revision as of 13:31, 10 November 2014
Orlesian nobles
The Orlesian Empire is probably best known for two things – being the birthplace of the Chantry and for its extravagant royalty and nobility. Orlais has a large aristocracy famed for its excess, in particular the fashionable use of cosmetics and complicated clothing, from colorful shoes to elaborate masks.[1]
The Grand Game
- Main article: The Grand Game
Among the Orlesian nobility, status and appearance are set above all things. Orlesian culture is renowned for its infighting, with every family engaging in what is known as the Grand Game whose object is to one-up rival nobles.[2]
Ennoblement
Outside of Orlais, it is believed that the lower classes find nobility and the Game contemptible. In truth, most Orlesians aspire to become its participants. Some say that Orlais is a kind of meritocracy, and it is true that anyone could conceivably join the ranks of nobility if they become wealthy enough. For example, a lucky merchant with a powerful patron could gain a title through the Council of Heralds. However, it is exceptionally rare and for most commoners ennoblement remains an unattainable goal.[2]
Titles
Emperor Drakon, the founder of the Empire, abolished all noble titles with the exception of Lord, Lady and Emperor, fearing that the Grand Game would tear the nation apart. It did not end the Game as Drakon had intended and only made it worse. The nobles began to find other ways to state their superiority and even collect unofficial titles, such as "the exalted patron of Tassus Klay" or "uncle to the champion of Tremmes".[3] With this failure the official titles would later be restored.[4]
Aristocratic titles and appropriate forms of address[5] Masculine Feminine Form of address Usage Emperor Empress Your Radiance,
Your Imperial MajestyTitle for the Orlesian ruler and his or her spouse. Prince Princess Your Imperial Highness Title for direct family members of the ruler, including their children and siblings. Grand Duke Grand Duchess Your Highness Title for those who were once princes or princesses but are no longer directly related to the emperor. Not hereditary. Duke Duchess Your Grace The highest noble title. Marquis Marquise Your Grace Noble title. Lower than duke/duchess. Comte Comtesse Your Lordship/Ladyship Noble title. Lower than marquis/marquise. Baron Baroness Your Lordship/Ladyship Lowest noble title, often considered the equivalent of lord or lady. Lord Lady Monsieur/Madame,
"de" or "du" honorificAcceptable address for any nobility, no matter the rank, but not royalty. Chevalier Dame Ser Title reserved for the order of Orlesian knights.
Note: The title of viscount is not known to be used in Orlais, though chevalier Ser Michel Lafaille was appointed Viscount of Orlesian-occupied Kirkwall.
Known royalty and nobility
Celene I
Emperors and Empresses
- Emperor Kordillus Drakon I – the first Emperor of Orlais
- Empress Area – the wife of Drakon[6]
- Kordillus II – the son of Drakon, and the second Emperor of Orlais
- Empress Jeaneve I – one of the early Orlesian rulers. She created many of the traditions and practices of the imperial court. Her guard, the Empress's Arm, were one of the main predecessors of the chevaliers.[7]
- Emperor Freyan – ascended to the throne in 7:44 Storm. It is known that he abolished the law that disallowed women from joining the Orlesian knighthood.[8]
- Empress Celeste[9]
- Emperor Corentine[10]
- Empress Vougiene[11]
- Emperor Etienne I – the Emperor who presided over the end of the Exalted Marches against the Qunari[12]
- Emperor Reville – the "Mad Emperor", ordered the second and successful invasion of Ferelden[13]
- Emperor Florian – the Emperor who lost the Orlesian province of Ferelden
- Empress Celene I – the Empress since 9:20 Dragon
Princes and Princesses
- Princess Charlotte – sister of Emperor Corentine[10]
- Prince Arwand de Glace – son of Empress Vougine[11]
- Prince Reynaud – the father of Empress Celene I[14]
Grand Dukes
- Grand Duke Gaspard de Chalons – challenged Celene I rule, sparking a civil war
- Grand Duke Gratien – murdered along with his wife and children on the orders of Mad Emperor Reville who feared him as a rival[15]
Dukes
- Duke Prosper de Montfort – a close friend of Celene I[14]
- Duke Remache of Lydes – Gaspard de Chalons' ally during the Orlesian Civil War
- Duke Bastien de Ghyslain[14]
- Duke Germain[16]
Marquises
- Marquis de Chevin – one of Celene's closest allies; along with Houses Ghyslain, Morrac and d'Argent, he makes up the "northern host" of the Empress' supporters[17]
- Marquis de Montsimmard & Marquise Cosinne de Montsimmard – with strong ties to the Montsimmard Circle of Magi[18]
- Marquis Durellion
- Marquise Lady Mantillon – an elite player of The Grand Game[19]
- Marquis of Salmont – a friend of Meghren[20]
- Marquis of Serault - the young ruler of Serault in western Orlais; protagonist of Dragon Age: The Last Court.
Comtes and Comtesses
- Comte Guillaume de Launcet – was once engaged to Leandra Amell of Kirkwall
- Comte Dorian – he owned Fiona and used her as a slave. He was eventually slain by her with magic.[21]
- Comtesse Jeannevere[22]
- Comte Brevin de Chalons of Montfort[23]
- Comte Pierre of Halamshiral – a nobleman somewhat sympathetic to the elven plight[24]
- Comte Chantral of Velun – an ardent suitor for Celene's hand[25]
- Comtess d'Argent – an ally of Celene[17]
- Comtess Elodie
- Comtess Helene – a patron of learning attempting to sponsor an elven math prodigy named Lennan being accepted into the University of Orlais[26]
- Comtesse Montbelliard [27]
Lords and Ladies
- Lord Emile Deveraux - "the Golden Prince" of the Summer War[28]
- Lord Eustace of Val Foret, Bosom Companion of Florian the Glorious and Principal Patron of Leorande the Younger [29]
- Lady Cerise, wife of Lord Eustace [30]
- Lady Cecilie – lover of music and guardian of Leliana following the death of her mother, Lady Cecilie's handmaiden; she and her household left Ferelden following the Fereldan Rebellion[31]
- Lady Elspeth[32]
- Lady Seryl of Jader – a loyal ally of Empress Celene I[33]
- Lord Bencour - a nobleman of Halamshiral; considered by the City elves something of a deadbeat regarding payment of his debts[34]
- Remi Vascal – commonly known as the Black Fox
- Lord Mainserai – a little-liked nobleman of Halamshiral[35]
- Lord Ignace Poulenc - with his wife discovered the beneficial properties of "Salubrious Embrium".[36]
Barons and Baronesses
- Baron Arlange
Trivia
- "Comte" is the French word for "Count". Aside from "chevalier", it is the only Orlesian title mentioned in-game that uses the French – all other Orlesian titles (Empress, Duke, Viscount, Baroness) are in English.
