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Revision as of 18:27, 7 November 2011
“The chantry. Not the symbol it could be.” ―Aveline
Kirkwall Chantry is the chantry in the Hightown district of Kirkwall.
Background
The Kirkwall Chantry towers above the opulant estates of Hightown, rivalled by the Viscount's Keep only. It serves as a symbol as much as it does a place of worship, a symbol of the Chantry's stranglehold over Kirkwall, and it's iron grip on the mages and citizens alike.
Built following the collapse of Tevinter influence in Kirkwall as a result of the slave rebellion, the construction was completed primarily by the Orlesian Empire during their rather long reign in this region following their expansion into northern Thedas.
Involvement
Home to the Grand Cleric Elthina, the Prince of Starkhaven Sebastian Vael, (encountered as part of the The Exiled Prince DLC), and holds a major role in the later developments of the game, mainly during Act 3. One of the forbidden tomes from the Forbidden Knowledge quest can also be found here on the upper left side of the building.
Characters
Item Associated
- Locks of the Golden Fool - Act 1
- Enigma of Kirkwall - Act 2
- Codex entries