Codex entry The Bow of the Golden Sun
Dragon Age: Origins Number: 41 Section: Items Location: Loot Bow of the Golden Sun from the slave trader Devera in the Tevinter Warehouse in the Denerim Alienage during the Unrest in the Alienage quest

See also: Item: Bow of the Golden Sun

Codex text

There is no more famous ruler in history than Kordilius Drakon, first emperor of Orlais. Few, however, know the story of his empress.

Empress Area was the third of Lord Montlaures of val Chevin's famously unmarriageable six daughters. When she met young Prince Kordilius, she was the captain of her father's archers and led the defense of Laures Castle. She was not the fairest of ladies, nor the most elegant or charming, but Area could shoot the wings off a bumblebee at one hundred paces. By all accounts, when the prince witnessed that particular feat, Drakon-who was not noted for his charm or elegance, and rather better known for his sword and shield-was instantly smitten.

On their wedding day, Drakon presented his bride with a golden bow crafted by the mages of Val Royeaux, so that they could ride into battle and spread the Light of the Maker side by side.

Further information

• A sun, or a golden sun, is often used as a symbol of the Chantry or of the Maker. See Heraldry and Symbols for examples.