The Acerbic Dowager

“"Peons," she remarks, "are experts largely in the matter of mud. I will seek their counsel when I require assistance with mud. Or " - and something ignites in her eyes - "in the matter of arson and murder."”

The Acerbic Dowager
Gender	Female
Appearances	Dragon Age: The Last Court

The Acerbic Dowager is the widow of a former vassal of Serault who was apparently overthrown by his subjects. The previous Marquis, mother of the current ruler, gave her sanctuary at their Château.

Background

The Acerbic Dowager was once a scholar as she collected letters, journals, and edicts written by Orlais' emperors and empresses.

She is known to be a direct and decisive counselor.

Involvement

This section is incomplete and requires expansion.

Quests

The Dowager Steps Forward

Blown in on the Wind

Available actions

1.	Take wine with the Dowager She's canny, critical, and has a surfeit of spare time. No human failing escapes her notice. +3 clues
2.	Dine with the Dowager (Requires Dignity > 50) As Serault grows in sophistication, she has settled at the centre of a web of social engagements and privileged connections. +(5 to 8) Clues
3.	Listen to her tales of long-dead Emperors Three cups of Serault cider loosens her tongue. She was quite the scholar before she married, collecting letters, journals, and edicts written by Orlais' emperors and empresses. -(Rulership) in Clues, +3 Rulership
4.	Flatter her with gifts She has a soft spot for animals. A swift merlin or soft-furred marten might improve her disposition. -5 Bags of Royals, +1 Favor
5.	Invite her to become your counselor She is accustomed to rule. Her counsel will be direct and decisive. -2 Favor, Dowager becomes Counselor with +20 Rulership
6.	Ask the Dowager to visit a recalcitrant vassal (Requires Dowager as Counselor) She sniffs. "I do not travel well. But if you deem it important, I will bear the discomfort in silence." You will earn Dignity, Authority, Rulership and Clues.