I don't mind some of the shems. [ It's said with a hint of a smile and a quick look his way. ] Those of you who don't hate me at first sight rise up in my estimation.

[ She listens to his explanation and it makes sense to her. That doesn't excuse what the Avvar of the Mire did, but it was a miserable place for everyone. ]

But the Avvar don't move often, do they? I mean, if there is a lack of food, I imagine so, but the Dalish have to constantly move because we're not welcome anywhere. Humans claim all the land and don't want us on it. I do wish we could settle down and build houses, but it's something that can't happen overnight.