Dragon Age: The Evanuris, Explained

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By the end of Dragon Age: Inquisition's Trespasser DLC, fans learn of the Evanuris. In a way, though, the Evanuris has always been known. They are the elven pantheon, but it is also revealed that a lot about the pantheon is different from what the Dalish believe, at least according to Solas. He invoked their old name, the Evanuris, which apparently were powerful beings and not really deities.

Knowledge about the Evanuris is difficult to extract from the many codices and dialogues in the series, as what is known and what is true appears to be muddied. With Solas proving himself to be the Dread Wolf, he is one of the most important sources to learn about the Evanuris. Unfortunately, Solas is quite secretive. However, fans have compiled whatever they can, along with theories based on evidence found throughout their time exploring Thedas.

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It is most likely that the Evanuris were incredibly powerful mages, as that appears to be what Solas and Flemeth are, to a possibly lesser extent. According to Solas, these beings were fickle and full of pride, often having wars over personal vendettas. In the Jaws of Hakkon DLC, there is a codex that supports what Solas says about the Evanuris. It was written by a Forgotten One named Geldauran, who notes that the Evanuris' pride will consume them.

Solas told the Inquisitor that the Evanuris were not exactly born with god-like status. Instead, they started out as generals during a war, then respected elders that slowly developed into them becoming like gods to their people. The Evanuris were a part of Thedas before humans came, back when all elves had immortality and magic. It was believed that the coming of humans made elves lose their immortality. Solas