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{{Quote|The first of the magus cast themselves deep in [[the Fade]] in search of answers and power, always power. They found the forbidden ones—[[Xebenkeck]], [[Imshael]], [[Gaxkang]] the Unbound, and The Formless One. Many conversations were had and much of the fabric of the world revealed. And thus the [[Blood magic|magic of blood]] was born.|[[Codex entry: Forbidden Knowledge|Unknown author]]}}
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{{Quote|The first of the magus cast themselves deep in the Fade in search of answers and power, always power. They found the forbidden ones – Xebenkeck, Imshael, Gaxkang the Unbound, and The Formless One. Many conversations were had and much of the fabric of the world revealed. And thus the [[Blood magic|magic of blood]] was born.|[[Codex entry: Forbidden Knowledge|Unknown mage]]}}
 
   
The '''Forbidden Ones''' are a group of four unique and very powerful ancient [[demon]]s. It is said that they are older than the [[darkspawn]] and the [[Tevinter Imperium]]. Some scholars think that they were the ones who taught the [[Magister]]s [[blood magic]].
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The '''Forbidden Ones''' are a group of four unique and very powerful ancient [[demon]]s. It is said that they are older than both the [[darkspawn]] and the [[Tevinter Imperium]]. Some scholars even believe they taught the [[Magister]]s of old how to use [[blood magic]].
   
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== Background ==
{{SpoilerDAIT|A [[Codex entry: Vir Dirthara: Exile of the Forbidden Ones|memory]] in [[Vir Dirthara]] portrays them as having once held a corporeal form. However, during an unknown calamity that swept across [[Elvhenan]], they abandoned the People and gave up their physical forms to become mutable spirits. Thus the [[Elven Pantheon|Evanuris]] declared them exiled from their lands. Familiarity with shape allowed them to travel the shifting paths of the [[Fade]] unaided.<ref>[[Codex entry: Vir Dirthara: Exile of the Forbidden Ones]]</ref>}}
 
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A [[Codex entry: Vir Dirthara: Exile of the Forbidden Ones|memory]] in [[Vir Dirthara]] portrays the Forbidden Ones as having once held a corporeal form. However, during an unknown calamity that swept across [[Elvhenan]], they abandoned the People and gave up their physical forms to become mutable spirits. Thus the [[Elven Pantheon|Evanuris]] exiled them from their lands. Familiarity with shape allowed them to travel the shifting paths of [[the Fade]] unaided.<ref>[[Codex entry: Vir Dirthara: Exile of the Forbidden Ones]]</ref>
==The Forbidden Ones==
 
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* [[Gaxkang]]
 
* [[Imshael]]
 
* The Formless One
 
* [[Xebenkeck]]
 
   
==Involvement==
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== Involvement ==
===Dragon Age: Origins===
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=== ''Dragon Age: Origins'' ===
{{See|[[Unbound]]}}
 
 
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Gaxkang is the final boss of the [[Unbound]] side quest. He can be found in the [[Quaint Hovel]] located in a [[Dirty Back Alley]] in [[Denerim]].}}
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[[Gaxkang]] the Unbound is the final boss encountered during the [[Unbound]] questline. He can be confronted in the [[Quaint Hovel]] located in [[Denerim]]'s [[Dirty Back Alley]].}}
   
===Dragon Age II===
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=== ''Dragon Age II'' ===
{{See|[[Forbidden Knowledge]]}}
 
 
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Xebenkeck is the end encounter of the [[Forbidden Knowledge]] questline. In that quest, five tomes are encountered and if they are destroyed (reading or taking the tomes prevents you from completing this quest), a new location appears in Darktown, where the final tome and an encounter with Xebenkeck await. As of [[Patches (Dragon Age II)|patch]] 1.04, this final tome may be read and the quest still completed, giving the +2 attribute points ([[Tome of the Mortal Vessel]]) and acting as if all books were destroyed.
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[[Xebenkeck]] is the final encounter of the [[Forbidden Knowledge]] questline. [[Hawke]] discovers five [[Evil Tome|tomes]] hidden across [[Kirkwall]]; if the tomes are destroyed, a new location will appear in [[Darktown]] leading to a final tome and an encounter with Xebenkeck (reading or looting any of the prior tomes prevents the questline from completing). As of [[Patches (Dragon Age II)|patch]] 1.04, the final tome can be read allowing for the quest to be completed. In doing so it awards the +2 attribute points ([[Tome of the Mortal Vessel]]) as if the five prior books were read.
   
When the tome is read, Xebenkeck appears for a difficult fight consisting of two waves of enemies. Two [[rage demon]]s, several [[abomination]]s (Nightmare [[Difficulty settings (Dragon Age II)|difficulty]]), and Xebenkeck (which heals them) will appear immediately. Two more rage demons, several more abominations ([[Nightmare]]), and a [[Revenant]] will also spawn as soon as Xebenkeck or a rage demon from the first wave is defeated. Only by defeating all of them is the "Exorcist" [[Achievements (Dragon Age II)|achievement or trophy]] awarded, and some treasure appears in the room. Xebenkeck itself drops the staff [[Voracity]], a powerful fire staff that boosts attack and blood magic.
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When final the tome is read, Xebenkeck will appear, be prepared for a difficult fight consisting of two waves of enemies. These include two [[rage demon]]s, several [[abomination]]s (on Nightmare [[Difficulty settings (Dragon Age II)|difficulty]]), and Xebenkeck (who will continuously heal them) will appear immediately. Two additional rage demons, several additional abominations (on [[Nightmare]]), and a [[revenant]] will also spawn as soon as either Xebenkeck or one of the rage demons from the first wave are destroyed. Defeating all enemies awards the "Exorcist" [[Achievements (Dragon Age II)|achievement or trophy]] and some minor treasure will appear in the room. Xebenkeck drops the staff [[Voracity]], a powerful fire staff that boosts both attack and blood magic.
   
If Xebenkeck and the rage demons are defeated sufficiently far from the tome room (they can be kited back to the entrance of the cavern without issue) the party will drop out of combat. Again, however, the remaining guards in the tome room must be defeated before the achievement or trophy is granted.}}
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If Xebenkeck and the rage demons are defeated sufficiently far from the tome room (they can be kited back to the entrance of the cavern without issue) the party will drop out of combat. However, the remaining demons must still be defeated in order for the achievement or trophy to be granted.
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===Dragon Age: The Masked Empire===
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=== ''Dragon Age: The Masked Empire'' ===
 
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Imshael was summoned by [[Keeper]] [[Thelhen]] so that his [[Dalish]] clan could unlock the secrets of the [[Eluvian]]s for them. Thelhen refused to pay Imshael's price for activating the Eluvians however and imprisoned the demon in a circle outside the camp. Eventually Imshael was released by Ser [[Michel de Chevin]] and after creating a gem to activate the Eluvians, escapes its binding and slaughters most of the clan before possessing [[Mihris]]. Imshael eventually leaves Mihris and escapes to parts unknown. Ser Michel vows to pursue Imshael to atone for his part in the destruction of the clan and sets off to hunt the demon.
 
Imshael was summoned by [[Keeper]] [[Thelhen]] so that his [[Dalish]] clan could unlock the secrets of the [[Eluvian]]s for them. Thelhen refused to pay Imshael's price for activating the Eluvians however and imprisoned the demon in a circle outside the camp. Eventually Imshael was released by Ser [[Michel de Chevin]] and after creating a gem to activate the Eluvians, escapes its binding and slaughters most of the clan before possessing [[Mihris]]. Imshael eventually leaves Mihris and escapes to parts unknown. Ser Michel vows to pursue Imshael to atone for his part in the destruction of the clan and sets off to hunt the demon.
 
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===Dragon Age: Inquisition===
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=== ''Dragon Age: Inquisition'' ===
 
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Imshael reappears at [[Emprise du Lion]] and is encountered in the quest [[Call Me Imshael]]. Ser Michel is still pursuing him and asks the Inquisitor to help him defeat the demon. Imshael has taken up residence in the [[Suledin Keep]] and is assisting [[Corypheus]] in cultivating [[red lyrium]]. He is assisted by [[red templars]].
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Imshael reappears in [[Emprise du Lion]] and is encountered during the quest [[Call Me Imshael]]. Ser Michel is still pursuing him and asks [[the Inquisitor]] to assist him with defeating the demon. Imshael in the mean time has taken up residence in the [[Suledin Keep]] and is assisting [[Corypheus]] and the [[Red Templars]] in cultivating [[red lyrium]].
 
When the Inquisitor confronts Imshael, the demon offers a deal to the [[Inquisitor]]:
 
   
 
When the Inquisitor finally confronts Imshael, the demon will offer a deal:
 
* If the Inquisitor accepts the deal, Imshael kills Michel which prevents the chevalier from being recruited to the Inquisition.
 
* If the Inquisitor accepts the deal, Imshael kills Michel which prevents the chevalier from being recruited to the Inquisition.
 
* If the Inquisitor chooses to fight, Imshael takes the shape of fear, rage, and pride demons during the battle. The Inquisitor is then able to recruit Michel for the Inquisition.
 
* If the Inquisitor chooses to fight, Imshael battles the Inquisitor, taking the shape of fear, rage, and pride demons until he is killed. Inquisitor is then able to recruit Michel for the inquisition.
 
 
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== The Forbidden Ones ==
 
:'''The Formless One'''
 
:'''[[Gaxkang]]'''
 
:'''[[Imshael]]'''
 
:'''[[Xebenkeck]]'''
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== Trivia ==
 
== Trivia ==
 
* The [[Seekers of Truth]] in [[Kirkwall]] secretly created the [[Band of Three]] to investigate, among other things, whether [[the Forgotten Ones]] in [[elf|elven]] lore are connected to the Forbidden Ones in other works.<ref>{{Cite wot2|165}}</ref> The [[Codex entry: The Enigma of Kirkwall|note]] left by the last surviving member of the team calls [[Xebenkeck]], one of the Forbidden Ones, "the Forgotten One, or demon or whatever it is" and urges to destroy him.
 
* The [[Seekers of Truth]] in [[Kirkwall]] secretly created the [[Band of Three]] to investigate, among other things, whether [[the Forgotten Ones]] in [[elf|elven]] lore are connected to the Forbidden Ones in other works.<ref>{{Cite wot2|165}}</ref> The [[Codex entry: The Enigma of Kirkwall|note]] left by the last surviving member of the team calls [[Xebenkeck]], one of the Forbidden Ones, "the Forgotten One, or demon or whatever it is" and urges to destroy him.
* In each game, one of the Forbidden Ones had appeared as an optional boss, being defeated by the protagonist.
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* Each game has featured one of the Forbidden Ones as an optional boss for the protagonist to defeat.
   
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Latest revision as of 21:58, 29 May 2023

“The first of the magus cast themselves deep in the Fade in search of answers and power, always power. They found the forbidden ones—Xebenkeck, Imshael, Gaxkang the Unbound, and The Formless One. Many conversations were had and much of the fabric of the world revealed. And thus the magic of blood was born.” ―Unknown author


The Forbidden Ones are a group of four unique and very powerful ancient demons. It is said that they are older than both the darkspawn and the Tevinter Imperium. Some scholars even believe they taught the Magisters of old how to use blood magic.

Background[]


This section contains spoilers for:
Trespasser.


A memory in Vir Dirthara portrays the Forbidden Ones as having once held a corporeal form. However, during an unknown calamity that swept across Elvhenan, they abandoned the People and gave up their physical forms to become mutable spirits. Thus the Evanuris exiled them from their lands. Familiarity with shape allowed them to travel the shifting paths of the Fade unaided.[1]


Involvement[]

Dragon Age: Origins[]


This section contains spoilers for:
Dragon Age: Origins.


Gaxkang the Unbound is the final boss encountered during the Unbound questline. He can be confronted in the Quaint Hovel located in Denerim's Dirty Back Alley.


Dragon Age II[]


This section contains spoilers for:
Dragon Age II.


Xebenkeck is the final encounter of the Forbidden Knowledge questline. Hawke discovers five tomes hidden across Kirkwall; if the tomes are destroyed, a new location will appear in Darktown leading to a final tome and an encounter with Xebenkeck (reading or looting any of the prior tomes prevents the questline from completing). As of patch 1.04, the final tome can be read allowing for the quest to be completed. In doing so it awards the +2 attribute points (Tome of the Mortal Vessel) as if the five prior books were read.

When final the tome is read, Xebenkeck will appear, be prepared for a difficult fight consisting of two waves of enemies. These include two rage demons, several abominations (on Nightmare difficulty), and Xebenkeck (who will continuously heal them) will appear immediately. Two additional rage demons, several additional abominations (on Nightmare), and a revenant will also spawn as soon as either Xebenkeck or one of the rage demons from the first wave are destroyed. Defeating all enemies awards the "Exorcist" achievement or trophy and some minor treasure will appear in the room. Xebenkeck drops the staff Voracity, a powerful fire staff that boosts both attack and blood magic.

If Xebenkeck and the rage demons are defeated sufficiently far from the tome room (they can be kited back to the entrance of the cavern without issue) the party will drop out of combat. However, the remaining demons must still be defeated in order for the achievement or trophy to be granted.


Dragon Age: The Masked Empire[]


This section contains spoilers for:
Dragon Age: The Masked Empire.


Imshael was summoned by Keeper Thelhen so that his Dalish clan could unlock the secrets of the Eluvians for them. Thelhen refused to pay Imshael's price for activating the Eluvians however and imprisoned the demon in a circle outside the camp. Eventually Imshael was released by Ser Michel de Chevin and after creating a gem to activate the Eluvians, escapes its binding and slaughters most of the clan before possessing Mihris. Imshael eventually leaves Mihris and escapes to parts unknown. Ser Michel vows to pursue Imshael to atone for his part in the destruction of the clan and sets off to hunt the demon.


Dragon Age: Inquisition[]


This section contains spoilers for:
Dragon Age: Inquisition.


Imshael reappears in Emprise du Lion and is encountered during the quest Call Me Imshael. Ser Michel is still pursuing him and asks the Inquisitor to assist him with defeating the demon. Imshael in the mean time has taken up residence in the Suledin Keep and is assisting Corypheus and the Red Templars in cultivating red lyrium.

When the Inquisitor finally confronts Imshael, the demon will offer a deal:

  • If the Inquisitor accepts the deal, Imshael kills Michel which prevents the chevalier from being recruited to the Inquisition.
  • If the Inquisitor chooses to fight, Imshael takes the shape of fear, rage, and pride demons during the battle. The Inquisitor is then able to recruit Michel for the Inquisition.


The Forbidden Ones[]

The Formless One
Gaxkang
Imshael
Xebenkeck

Codex entries[]

Codex entry: The Enigma of Kirkwall Codex entry: The Enigma of Kirkwall
Codex entry: Forbidden Knowledge Codex entry: Forbidden Knowledge
Codex entry: Suledin Keep Documents Codex entry: Suledin Keep Documents
Codex entry: Unbound Codex entry: Unbound
Codex entry: Vir Dirthara: Exile of the Forbidden Ones Codex entry: Vir Dirthara: Exile of the Forbidden Ones

Trivia[]

  • The Seekers of Truth in Kirkwall secretly created the Band of Three to investigate, among other things, whether the Forgotten Ones in elven lore are connected to the Forbidden Ones in other works.[2] The note left by the last surviving member of the team calls Xebenkeck, one of the Forbidden Ones, "the Forgotten One, or demon or whatever it is" and urges to destroy him.
  • Each game has featured one of the Forbidden Ones as an optional boss for the protagonist to defeat.

See also[]

Band of Three
The Forgotten Ones

Gallery[]

References[]