Inquisition, we have a question for you.

[ DO NOT SILENCE YOUR CRYSTALS. That is an Orlesian voice, but it is not Val de Foncé's voice. Instead, it is the voice of a woman, which makes it immediately superior. You are probably safe. Maybe. Keep listening. ]

You see, we are scholars. The best of scholars! And this Inquisition, it offers the most magnifique opportunities to learn more of this world and we, my friends, we are here to take on that most noble challenge!

We are conducting a study. [ From the tavern. ] Which of Thedas' nations is your favorite? Le plus fantastique? [ A pause, some murmuring reminder while the crystal is covered with a hand. ] You may not say Orlais, and you must explain why, pour l'étude.

[ HERE is Val’s voice. Please keep listening. ]

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[To say that Korrin's upset at the revelation is a vast understatement, and though her tone is even over the sending crystal, it's a forced calm. Anyone who knows her is likely well-aware of the depths of her fury, though there's been enough ranting over the crystal lately. So instead:]

Anyone else having the powerful urge to drink and vent, you're welcome to join me at the tavern. I'm buying. And just to be clear, I'm not challenging a damn thing. I just want a fucking drink, that's all.

[No ranting over the sending crystal, but she is claiming the venting corner, Merrick. Be prepared.]

Aneth ara.

Some of you know me, others may not. My name is Cyril, of Clan Ashara. I'm sending this message to all within the Inquisition who have the blood of Our People because I feel we should each have a say in this matter.

An elvhen woman named Galadriel has been imprisoned for refusing to pledge herself to the Inquisition. If you have not met Galadriel... [He trails off for a moment here, as if considering his words carefully.]

She is all that we have lost.

[Then, another pause, as he realizes that's not the best way to get city elves on his side.]
If you have not had the pleasure of speaking with her, I highly suggest it.

Either way, the thought that an elf can be tossed into a cell for refusing to agree to pledge themselves to a human religious organization is unsettling.

Many of us are here because we've done just that, because we realize the Inquisition is the best chance we have to restoring Order to the world, but the fact that this has happened to an elvhen woman is [One more pause, as he doesn't want to curse here.] ... extremely troubling.

I propose that we formerly request that Galadriel be released immediately. She is not a threat and whatever suspicion the Right Hand holds against the Rifters should be handled in a mature manner, not by throwing an innocent woman in prison for daring to refuse to submit.

I want to welcome your opinions as all of us will be face the consequences of such a request, most humans do have trouble telling us apart after all. [And that's meant to be more of a joke, perhaps poorly timed.]

This godless Inquistion shan't do.

[ It's not often that the former Knight-Commander speaks via sending crystal, but today he makes an exception. The message Alayre carries is a dire one. ]

Despite our progress thus far as a sustainable military force, I believe now is the time to mention the lack of faith that many our fellow soldiers lack.

( Blessed are the Peacekeepers, Champions of the Just )

[Korrin hasn't interacted with others that much over the sending crystal while away, mostly because she's too tired to be social by the time there's a free moment. But after a particularly trying day, she needs a friendly voice and an outsider's perspective. For all that she's seen so much in her time as a mercenary, this still leaves her shaken.]

Fucking Red Templars. They have huge red lyrium mining operation to the south, which would be disturbing enough all on its own, just for deliberately messing with that shit. But of course they had to make it even worse. So many of the villagers have been captured and forced to work for them, kept cages when they're not being useful. Hell, some of them have already died from exposure or overwork and just...left there.

And it's not going to stop, from what we've seen. Sure, we can get to those on the fringes and free them, but if that keeps happening, they'll catch on and there goes any chance of truly stopping this. For all we know, they could kill all the rest if they realize we're onto them. And we can't get anywhere close to those at the center; they're too well-guarded and we'd be overwhelmed in a heartbeat. Fuck.

...tell me we're doing the right thing. Or at least give me news that isn't completely horrible.

Requesting to barter or trade for the following items:

[What follows is a list of ingredients that can be used to create home made lotions, oils, and rudimentary sun block.]

If interested, please contact Cyril Ashara.

Also;

MISSING ONE (1) ANGRY DALISH ELF.
Hair Color: Brown
Eye Color: Blue
Noticeable Features: Vallaslin over one eye, scar over lip.

IF FOUND: Please inform him that no one believes his grumpy loner act.