#teagan x ysmeria

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Dragon Age Origins - Against All Odds

Ysmeria and Teagan

I spent a lot of time working on a Dragon Age Origins romance fic for Teagan and my Surana, Ysmeria, from 2021 through 2022. Since there are a lot of posts containing art, fic and headcanons, I've decided to compile them all here so they're easier to find and read in order. Ultimate goal is to eventually post the fic with images to ao3. This post will remain a WIP and I'll continue to update as I post new art and fic. I've divided it up into main storyline, post DAO, AUs and headcanons for easier navigation. Their tag is Teagan x Ysmeria.

A big shout-out to my fellow Teaganmancer, @fantasy-art-room, who helped inspire me to continue this project for so long! You are amazing, and I'm so glad we found one another! :)

Main Storyline

Against All Odds

Dawn Over Redcliffe part 1

Dawn Over Redcliffe part 2

Return to Redcliffe - Companion Art piece

Return to Redcliffe - The Stolen Kiss

Return to Redcliffe part 3 - WIP

Return to Redcliffe part 4 -WIP

The Spellweaver

Letters - WIP

Something to Talk About

Post Dragon Age Origins

Caught in the Rain

Champion of the Joust

Winter World of Love

Lilacs

I'll Be - Companion Art piece

Dragon Age Inquisition WIP

AUs

Modern Coffeeshop AU

Headcanons

Lilacs

Horses

Tournaments

Growing older

OTP Asks

[yesiplaygamez]

Finding some peace 💖

Art made by @shanaraharlyah

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Oooh, I love letters, and I love Teagan! Tell me more.

Thank you for the ask, my friend! 🥰 So this is part of my overarching Teagan/Ysmeria Surana story and may have been partialy inspired by my fellow Teaganmancer, @fantasy-art-room. It was so much fun writing and arting alongside someone else in the same NPC romance hell and inspiring and cheering each other on. Would definitely recommend. ☺️

Anyway, Teagan has written a letter to his terror twin, Cador, discussing his recent tournament victory, the state of things and his newly found love. I think I am actually pretty close to finishing this one, TBH, and since it's not terribly long I'll share what I have below the cut. If/when I get back to it, it may turn into a series of letters back and forth between them.

My dearest cousin Cador, It is my sincere hope that this letter finds you well and that the troubles that Ferelden now faces have not been so far reaching as the Marches. I believe congratulations are in order for your recent success in the local tourneys. It is good to know at least one of us is making our childhood dreams a reality! I do wish I could have been there to see you best that pompous Orlesian Chevalier! I can just imagine the look on his face after he was knocked from his pedestal by a "backwater" Marcher. It must have been spectacular! Speaking of the tourneys, I have renewed reason to train and join you for the next season. You recall I told you of the Grey Wardens who arrived during Redcliffe's most dire hour and pulled the village, and Eamon, back from the precipice? They are of course working tirelessly to stop this Darkspawn plague from consuming all of Ferelden, but did I tell you of the one who leads? She is incredible, Cador. Beautiful beyond belief and brave. So brave, giving and kind. And she is supportive of my desire to compete. She is unlike any woman I have ever met. I am certain she is the one, Cador. Can you believe it? After all of our time chasing skirts and the family's matchmaking efforts, I find the one who completes me amidst the chaos of civil war and Blight. Truthfully, Cador, I can hardly believe any of this is really happening. It's as if I'm living in a fever dream. If you were here I might ask you to pinch me to be sure that I'm awake. But it is real. We have been courting for about five months now, and I can not imagine a life without her. When all of this political turmoil and darkspawn threat are vanquished, we will make the trip to Ansburg so that you can meet her. The Maker knows it will be a much needed reprieve.

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Last Line Monday

I was tagged by the wonderful @cleverblackcat. Thank you sweetie! **hug** This is where I left off with one of my Ysmeria x Teagan WIPs, which I really need to get back to work on! Context is arrival in Redcliffe before the final battle.

There was so much uncertainty in their lives right now. The only certainty was that she would leave him behind tomorrow. He hated being asked to stay behind. He would follow her to death's door if he could. All he wanted right now was for her to be happy and with him for whatever time they had left.

I will tag @tessa1972, @raflesia65, @fantasy-art-room, @degenerate-otaku, @darth-salem-emperor-of-earth, @kojottek, @notebooks-and-laptops and anyone else who would like to join in!

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Caught in the Rain also sounds veeery interesting 👀

Thank you for this ask as well @kittynomsdeplume! 💕 This one I actually did for one of the 14 Days of Dragon Age Lovers prompts last year. I finished and posted the companion render but was a bit too ambitious with the story and haven't finished it (which I really should).

Teagan and Ysmeria are making the trek across Ferelden and the Free Marches to Ansburg. A storm looming and the approach of nightfall prompt a stop to make camp that culminates with an intimate moment caught in the rain. Here's a little excerpt.

"We'll set up camp here," Teagan announced, dropping his bag to the ground and beginning to unpack his saddlebags.  "Ysmeria, would you mind gathering some kindling for the fire?  My hearth is still mostly intact, you can build the fire there," he continued, nodding toward a ring of stones that marked the remnants of a long gone campfire.  "I'll work on getting the tent set up.  Hopefully I'll finish before the storm is upon us so we have a dry place to sleep." "Do you want help with that?  We could gather wood after it's up," she replied, placing a hand on his forearm. He looked over his shoulder at her, the smile in his kind blue eyes deepening the wrinkles at their corners, "I'll be fine.  We do need dry wood, however, if we're going to keep a fire going or cook anything.  Perhaps our friend Fen'Harel might help us catch something as well?" The Mabari barked his approval and jumped up from where he sat before darting off into the woods. "Are you sure you want to eat anything he brings back?" Ysmeria wondered, raising a brow.  "We're more likely to get a pair of drool soaked trousers than anything edible." The bann let out a hearty laugh, "Then you and I best hurry and complete our tasks if we need to hunt or forage as well."  Ysmeria trailed her fingers across his back as she passed him on her way into the dense forest. "On it," she responded coyly, with a wink. "Maker, preserve me," he whispered as he looked up to the sky, her touch reawakening his need for her.  He allowed himself just a moment before returning his attention to unpacking the tent.

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WIP Wednesday

My lovely friend @fantasy-art-room asked if I would share something I'm working on for WIP Wednesday. 💜 Thank you so much! Sorry I'm posting so late, but here is a little snip of Ys and Teagan during the events right before Dragon Age Inquisition begins. I started on a render for it, but I'm not quite ready to share that WIP yet. Hope you all enjoy!

The morning in Redcliffe had passed by without incident.  Teagan had taken petitions from the village and across the Arling for several hours, mostly concerns about the rebel mages presence there.  He was tired of explaining that they were just seeking refuge and that Redcliffe had been offered as a safe haven for the time being.  His beloved there by his side, her fingers curled around his in support, made the job easier for him to get through.  He wished she could be with him all of the time, but he knew she had her own work to do alongside his nephew Alistair. 

Ysmeria had returned when she'd received word from Leliana of the conclave set to occur at the Temple of Sacred Ashes in Haven.  She hadn't been invited to the peace talks, but she wanted to be close in case something went awry.  As a mage herself, she had seen first hand what could happen to mages in the circle and had advised him on what to expect for his nephew, Connor, all those years ago.  At the onset of the rebellion, Teagan had taken Connor in.  The young man's experience as a boy made staying at the castle uncomfortable for him but he was grateful for his uncle's love and hospitality.  Ysmeria would often sit with him and talk when she was able to return to Redcliffe.  It eased his mind to talk about his fears and regrets with her.  It felt like they were a real family.

When Teagan finished the morning's work, he and Ysmeria retreated to the office to file paperwork and answer the letters that were awaiting his attention.  Always attentive, Ysmeria set to work on his tight shoulders after sending for bread, cheese and fruit to be brought to them.  They hadn't yet heard any news from the conclave, but Ysmeria expected they would have it as soon as something was decided.  Her best friend was the Left Hand of the Divine after all, and would send her a raven straight away.  

The pair had made their way through several documents when a loud crash, like thunder, erupted from the great hall.  They looked at one another with concern before scrambling to their feet.  Teagan grabbed the shield from the rack in the room and rested his hand on the sword hanging from his belt while Ysmeria picked up her staff that had been lying on the bed.  They ran back to the hall to find a green light swirling around a smoking tear that had manifested overhead.

"What the blazes..?" Teagan exclaimed, raising a brow at the curious sight.  Another crack split the air and had the pair shielding their faces.  When they opened their eyes several demons had manifested inside the hall.  "Is this some sort of attack against us?  …Where is Connor?"

Ysmeria put her hand on his forearm, "I don't know, Teagan, but I doubt it’s Connor's doing.  I've not seen anything like this before.  Not even when the circle tower was overrun.  Prepare yourself, we don't know how many there might be."  

Teagan looked at her and nodded before drawing his sword and strafing around to the right toward the dais.  "Were you looking for me, foul creatures!?  Well, come and get me!" he yelled, drawing their attention.

To be continued

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Every time I hear this song it reminds me of Teagan and Ysmeria. ❤️

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@valyrra tagged me to do this couples picrew. Thank you so much, babe! 😘 There are so many options! Since I did so many I started a new one. Enjoy my ships from Dragon Age, Baldur's Gate 3, Hogwarts Legacy and my OC OTP! :3

Sarovanya Mahariel x Leliana | Bann Teagan x Ysmeria Surana

Cullen x Tarwen Lavellan | Kartaelin Lavellan x Dorian

Hellendil Lavellan x Cassandra | Wyll x Tarwen

Hellendil x Sebastian | Sarovanya x Tarwen

Tagging @slothssassin @tessa1972 @sillyliterature @raflesia65 @a-smol-homo @lanabenikosdoormat @yesiplaygamez @iredara @oxygenforthewicked and anyone else who sees this and wants to join!

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💕 self-love time! talk about which ones of YOUR creations (edits, artworks, fanfics) you like the most then send to other creators to do the same 💕

Ahhh, Val! 💕🫂 Thank you so much for this! I tend to be really bad about liking most of my work shortly after it's posted but I do have to admit there are some artworks and writing that I look back on fondly.

You know the current love of my life is Hellendil and I still enjoy creating with him, fic, RP and art. This is still one of my favorite renders of him and it was one I didn't think would turn out at all when I did it!

Golden Hour Hellendil

Why is it all the unplanned experimental ones that I like best? This HP Lovecraft inspired render has gotten no attention at all, but I really love how it turned out. It was just a simple scene I set up to test the rendering capability of my laptop, but It's probably one of my favorite lighting setups that I've ever done. This one needs a full view to really appreciate the fine details.

The Shining Trapezohedron

Probably my favorite writing work I've done to date has been my Dragon Age fic featuring Ysmeria Surana and Bann Teagan. I was writing this fic while my fellow Teagan-mancer, @fantasy-art-room, was writing hers and it was so fun to just feed off each others energy! The first part of the fic is at 27 pages, 14k words and that is not counting the little one shots/prompts/snippets that I haven't merged into the main file. I'll share my two favorite renders and link them so you can check out the story. Their tag is teagan x ysmeria if you'd like to read/see more! 😊

Dawn Over Redcliffe

The Spellweaver

[shanaraharlyah]

I posted 3,698 times in 2022

That's 2,402 more posts than 2021!

159 posts created (4%)

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My Top Posts in 2022:

#5

Caught in the Rain

On their first trip across Ferelden and the Free Marches to Ansburg, Teagan and Ysmeria make camp and get caught in the rain.

For @14daysdalovers Kissing in the Rain prompt. Happy Belated Valentines Day, all!

Setup and rendered in Daz Studio 4.15 Public Build Beta

Postwork in GIMP and Photoshop Elements 8.0

31 notes - Posted February 15, 2022

#4

So, I have to make a big decision about work and I wanted to gauge potential interest in 3D render commissions. Say portraits like these with simple/hdri backgrounds for a $60 base price? They would be rendered at about 4000 x 4800 px and the commissioner would get the high res file.

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35 notes - Posted February 8, 2022

#3

The Arl of Redcliffe

After my conversation with @volumniafox about Bioware's treatment of Teagan for Trespasser, I decided to try and finish my work on my older Teagan morph and give us all the silverfox we deserved. Version with his signature goatee is below the cut. :)

Setup and Rendered in Daz Studio 4.15 Public Build Beta.

Postwork in Photoshop Elements 8.0.

Bigger versions here and here

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36 notes - Posted January 30, 2022

#2

OMG Guys! I finally found him! The Yamcha Dragon Ball! ^.^ <3

41 notes - Posted February 27, 2022

My #1 post of 2022

Fearne Calloway

Fearne is just pure chaos and I love her so much.

Setup and rendered in DAZ Studio 4.20 Public Build Beta. Postwork in Photoshop Elements 8.0

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98 notes - Posted October 11, 2022

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Lilacs

The soft scent of lilacs on her skin was intoxicating.  It mingled with the smell of the fresh blooms in the warm spring air and reminded him of that first night they'd spent together in Redcliffe.  As he reached to draw her curls back over her shoulder, he couldn't resist lightly grazing her delicate ear with his finger tip.  Her breath caught at his touch and she closed her eyes, dropping her hand to the collar of his shirt and leaning closer to him.  A grin crept across his face and he wrapped her up in a warm embrace, kissing the top of her head and burying his face in her hair as the sun dipped closer to the horizon.

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My submission for the Xenon Mystery Chest prompt, Fragrance, from @14daysdalovers. 😊

Setup and rendered in DAZ Studio 4.20 Public Build Beta

Postwork in Photoshop Elements 8.0

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WIP Wednesday

I was tagged by @raflesia65.

Here is part of a test render for the scene I'm working on. I chose a different angle where you can see both their faces for the final, but I liked this one as well.

Tagging @inky-does-art, @kemvee, @rhunae, @tessa1972, @pookydraws, @slothssassin and anyone else who would like to join in! :) No pressure though!

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The Spellweaver

With Eamon on the mend thanks to the Sacred Ashes, Ysmeria and her companions remained in Redcliffe to recuperate and await his full recovery. Teagan insisted that they stay at the castle and tell him all about what happened at Haven. After dinner and recounting the story of their quest, Ysmeria tells Teagan of a magic blade she recovered from one of the cultists and asks him to teach her to use it. He agrees to do so after he completes his duties the following day.

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So I started this back before I commissioned @nessguts lovely rendition, but I knew it would be a while until I finished it since there was a lot of work to do on the staircase and castle. I wanted to get it done before the end of February though since they look so cute. Also I was giving a go at @14daysdalovers prompt Flirty Banter in the story, but it might just be suggestive banter instead. ^.^'

Story is below the cut.

Pairing: Teagan Guerrin x Ysmeria Surana

Prompt: Flirty Banter

Word Count: 1173

Artwork setup and rendered in DAZ Studio 4.15 Public Build Beta.

Postwork in Photoshop Elements 8.0.

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An end to the daily petitions couldn't come soon enough for Teagan this day. As the last villager filed out of the Great Hall, he exuberantly got to his feet and set off down the hall toward his quarters in order to change. It seemed strange to feel so joyful during such a turbulent time, yet, here he was.

The wardens had returned to Redcliffe the day before, from a quest he believed impossible, baring a pinch of Andraste's ashes. His brother was recovering thanks to their efforts and the strong, beautiful woman who had captured his heart was back by his side. He had promised to teach her how to wield the sword she’d found while fighting cultists in Haven. When he’d asked her why she was interested in sword fighting when she could wield magic, she told him she had been studying an ancient elven specialization that would allow her to wear heavier armor and more easily wield heavy weapons. The concept seemed odd to him, but he could see the benefit to wearing more protective gear than a simple robe, so he agreed to help teach her.

Changing quickly into a simple sleeveless tunic and worn leathers, he hurried back downstairs and out into the courtyard where several of Eamon's knights were sparring. Ysmeria's companions were also about. "Making good use of the day, Alistair?" he greeted his nephew, who was ascending the stairs.

Alistair shrugged, "How is Eamon?"

"He's coming along. It may be a few days before he's fully regained his strength. Isolde is fussing over him which is a relief for me, though I'll be glad when he is well again and can return to his duties. Have you been down to the village to replenish supplies? From what you've all told me, I'd wager most have been spent on your journey."

Alistair shrugged again, "Ys is a very good healer and a more competent leader than she cares to admit. We had a couple of rough scraps, but her quick thinking may have saved us from the worst. I'm sure there are a few things we can pick up tomorrow, as well as a few to sell."

Teagan nodded as he scanned the courtyard to find Ysmeria practicing with the Spellweaver sword she'd claimed in Haven. "Have you shown her any techniques during your travels?" he asked as he watched her hack at a dummy one handed.

A sigh came from the young man standing beside him as he crossed his arms and leaned back against the tower, "She didn't even ask me to."

Teagan felt a pang of guilt for his nephew's melancholy. It was an awkward situation for them both. Until just over a month ago, he never would have guessed a woman as young and vibrant as Ysmeria would have chosen him over his strong and personable nephew. She had a strong bond with the young man over their trials together, but clearly it wasn't meant to be. Teagan reached out and squeezed Alistair's shoulder, "She will. There is only so much that I can teach her. Undoubtedly, you've had more, and better, training than I. She's only asked me because she wants to spend time with me while you are here. I am certain she knows you are the best person to learn from, and I know she cares about you regardless of her feelings for me. You will always be one of her closest friends and allies." He offered a kind smile and Alistair gave him a sad one in return.

"Cheer up, Alistair," he continued, nodding toward the sun which was beginning its descent, "In a few hours we'll have a good drink and a hot meal in our bellies. Enjoy the time you have to relax! I'm sure Eamon will put us all back on track when he feels better. I know you have been working very hard these last few months and you truly deserve a rest." With that he clapped his hand on his nephew's shoulder and continued down into the courtyard, nodding to Leliana as he passed her on the stairs.

Ysmeria was still slashing wildly when he approached her from behind and laid a hand gently on her shoulder. She stiffened, then immediately relaxed when she realized who it was. He trailed his fingers down her arm until they curled around her own. "Would you like some help with that, my love?" he purred into her ear, his voice deeper and more sensual than usual.

"Mmm. Glad you could join me," she teased, taking a step back so her back was flush against his chest. "I'm going to need a lot of practice."

"Is that so? Then I suppose you will be stuck with me for a time." A grin curled across his lips as he ran his left hand down her other arm and guided her hand toward the hilt of the sword, "Firstly, I'd suggest we start two handed. You'll want to be comfortable with the weight of the blade before we go one handed, and then we'll work on making transitions between the two."

Ysmeria allowed herself to sink into his embrace, enjoying his warmth and the feel of his heart beat against her back. She cast her eyes to the right letting them wander up his bare arm and come to rest upon his handsome face. He wore a playful smile as he awaited her next move. She shifted ever so slightly, just enough to feel the touch of his groin against her backside.

"I'd be careful not to wake the dragon, my lady," he whispered into her ear, the prickle of his whiskers sending shivers through her. "As much as I'd love to have you right now, we are not alone here. Unless you'd prefer to take this upstairs?" Teagan took a small step back and brought his hands to her hips, and in his regular tone continued, "We also need to work on your stance."

Ysmeria exaggerated the tilt of her hips and looked over her shoulder at him, "This is good, but I'll be expecting those lessons later."

A smirk extended across the bann's face and they continued this intimate dance into the afternoon as he taught her proper posture and guided her attacks. Their closeness didn't go unnoticed, as above them the recovering Eamon leaned on the window pane for support, "What does he think he's doing!? He knows he has an obligation to this family! If Connor cannot be my heir, it is up to him to produce one!"

"My love, please! Come back to bed," Isolde implored as she gently shook his shoulder. "Now is not the time to worry about your brother's dalliances. You need only regain your strength for your people. There will be time to address it once you are well and Ferelden is no longer under threat."

The arl's clenched fists slowly relaxed as Isolde reached for his hand, "You are right of course, my dear. I will yield for now."

To Be Continued...

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Champion of the Joust

Having bested his final opponent, Teagan carefully dismounted to the roar of the crowd. Tossing his shield to the ground, he turned back to pat his war horse. "Excellent work, boy," he praised. The stallion lowered its head to nuzzle his master's shoulder. Teagan turned back toward the crowd, waving his hand above his head. The crowd roared again as he scanned the area where he'd last seen the woman he loved.

Ysmeria waved at him before ducking beneath the ropes to run across the tilt toward him. Teagan opened his arms to welcome her approach. She came to a stop just in front of him and reached up to remove his helmet, transferring it to one hand so she could brush a displaced hair behind his ear. An excited smile was plastered on his face and he quickly wrapped an arm around her, pulling her close and bending over to place a passionate kiss on her lips.

The crowd went wild. Though some cast sideways glances at one another. Teagan didn't care. His smile grew wider with the volume of the crowd and soon he could feel Ysmeria's lips curl upwards as well. In the heat of the moment, he threw the lance to the ground and swept Ysmeria off her feet, into his arms and began to carry her off towards the participants tents.

Ysmeria dropped his helmet onto the tilt and brought her hand up to his neck, curling her fingers in his sweaty locks. "My champion," she purred.

Setup and rendered in DAZ Studio 4.20 Public Build Beta.

Postwork in Photoshop Elements 8.0.

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Caught in the Rain

On their first trip across Ferelden and the Free Marches to Ansburg, Teagan and Ysmeria make camp and get caught in the rain.

For @14daysdalovers Kissing in the Rain prompt. Happy Belated Valentines Day, all!

Setup and rendered in Daz Studio 4.15 Public Build Beta

Postwork in GIMP and Photoshop Elements 8.0

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WIP Wednesday

I guess I haven’t done one of these for a few weeks since I started building my new PC and have been working on setting up Studio and getting files over from my old PC.  

Anyway, I got thinking about Ysmeria encouraging Teagan to compete in the joust again and this happened.  How does everyone feel about this outfit for YS?  It’s not really a medieval style dress, but at this point she would have been all over Thedas with the wardens and the tournament’s in a much warmer place than Ferelden.

Tagging anyone who has something to share today! ☺️