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[gatheringstorm]

FORM: Sending Crystal
SENDER: Korrin Ataash
RECIPIENT: Anyone
WHAT: Korrin is curious about a few things
WHEN: Nowish?
WHERE: Skyhold
NOTES: CW: most likely referencing Asher and his death throughout this.

So, question time. I think it's finally time to get a tattoo, and I'm interested in references to a tattoo artist, if you know any. The closer to Skyhold the better...though actually, Antiva City would also do, because reasons. Anywhere within the Inquisition's reach is fine; I'm not in a huge rush, but...it's time, and I want to consider options.

Or you can just tell me about your tattoos and what meaning they have for you. I'm always interested in that sort of thing. If you're planning to get one, whether you have any now or not, that counts too.

Comments

[arlathvhen]

My mother gave me my vallaslin when I was 15. By not making any noise when I received the tattoo, it represented that I was ready to enter adulthood, and that I can handle the pain it brings. My particular tattoo represents Sylaise, the hearthkeeper.

But...I don't think any of that really applies for your needs. Um. Sorry.

[ No vallaslin for you, Korrin. ]

[gatheringstorm]

[That's okay, she's thinking of something completely different anyway.]

You mean they tattooed over your eyes and you couldn't...wow, Beleth. That's hardcore.

I'm not thinking a placement that sensitive, just my forearm.

[samahl]

If you flinch you aren't worthy of adulthood. Beleth is too stubborn for that.

[el_tybs]

You can't make ANY noise?

[Sorry, but after hearing that he has to ask.]

[arlathvhen]

They are taken as signs of weakness, and the Keeper might decide that you're not ready to become an adult.

[samahl]

I also only have knowledge about vallaslin, so I'm not sure that will help much. I hope you find someone who can.

What are you planning on getting?

[gatheringstorm]

...a honey badger, for Asher. Mal and I talked about it after the funeral.

Have you thought about getting any other markings aside from vallaslin?

[fightorfright]

( Okay, she'll bite. )

Why Antiva?

[gatheringstorm]

Because I'm being sent there soon, so I figure if there's someone recommended, I might get it done around that time. That and it's more likely they've worked with qunari before, so less hassle.

[aceso]

[ Okay, so she may have eavesdropped a bit before answering. When she does, her voice is soft. Her recent trip has taken a lot out of her, as Korrin well knows. ]

In memory of Asher. He would be touched, and I can just picture his face being delighted at the honey badger.

[gatheringstorm]

That's what Mal and I thought, too. I don't know if he's getting his right away, but...I don't really want to wait for him to be done doing what he needs to do on is own. I won't feel right until I can see it on me, you know?

[el_tybs]

Well I'm going to be of no help here. I know Zevran doctors up his own so I'm sure he'd have some suggestions.

What are you planning on getting?

[gatheringstorm]

A honey badger, for Asher's hold beast.

Well, that's the plan for Mal too, though I'm not waiting for him to return to get it done.

[ungovernable]

Zevran recently made an addition to a piece I have. He did more than adequate work.

[gatheringstorm]

That's good to hear. If he has the time, I'll take it up with him. These days, I never know for sure, so I don't want to assume.

What did he make for you?

[chainlightning]

I've only done elven designs -- vallaslin, mostly, since I had to learn when I was the First -- but I could- try? If you can't find anyone else?

[ you know because you want an uncertain person doing your permanent tattoo

granted Merrill tends to be Uncertain about things like this and Certain about things like the fact that her horse is adorable when he's crushing skulls s o ]

[gatheringstorm]

Really? You wouldn't mind?

I'm not looking for an vallaslin, of course, but...I'm thinking a honey badger on my forearm.

[universal_charm]

_{[ He's on the way home now, and this question is a welcome distraction. ]}

Can't say I know any tattooers, but I have a couple of my own. I think you've seen one of them - the numbers on the inside of my arm. The other one is down my left rib cage.

I can't say their meaning is all that deep - they're just ways to help me find home.

[gatheringstorm]

Home is all the reason in the world to have them. My home may be people rather than a place, but I think I get it.

[sistertohermen]

Plenty of dusters like to add designs to their faces. It kind of helps us stand out a little, and it brings less attention to the brand. Mine's just something I ended up doodling a lot. It feels very grounded and very dwarven to me, while also being kind of feminine? I've got a big old forehead that was begging for space to get taken up.

[gatheringstorm]

[She chuckles a little at that.]

So do I, but I'd better keep it clear for those times when I use vitaar.

Sounds like a good custom, anyway. Then you have something that's yours and not just what everyone else is stuck with. I remember thinking it was a neat design earlier.

[sheriffing]

I have a tattoo on the inside of my wrist, I've had it since I was a teenager.

Under the right circumstances, I'd probably get another one.

[gatheringstorm]

What did you get? Though if you'd rather not share, it's alright.

Apparently, we have more tattoo artists around here than I thought, so you might be in luck if you want a new one anytime soon.

[serannas]

If I were to get a tattoo -- I mean another one -- it would probably be of a tiny cake. Like they had at the soiree.

[gatheringstorm]

[That gets her to laugh.]

Just not the mushroom and anise one, or we can't be friends anymore.