Dairsmuid

Dairsmuid is the capital-city of Rivain. It is located on the coast of Rialto Bay.

Background

Dairsmuid is the capital city of Rivain and the seat of its monarchy. The Chantry has little authority in Rivain outside of Dairsmuid.^[1]

Twice a year, all seers–specially trained mages of Rivain–travel to Dairsmuid to meet in an event called the Allsmet where they publicly pledge loyalty to Rivain's queen. Allsmet is also an opportunity to make trade arrangements and pass binding judgements. Decision made during that time are seen as very auspicious. Celebrations surrounding the Allsmet include feasts, gift exchanges, and musical contests.^[2]

In 9:40 Dragon, the Chantry sent the Seekers of Truth to investigate the Circle of Magi in Dairsmuid. They decided to annul the Circle. One of the reasons behind this decision was the fact that female mages were being trained in the traditions of the seers.^[3][4][5]

Involvement

Dragon Age: Inquisition

Dragon Age: Tevinter Nights

"Hollix", a Lord of Fortune, retells one of their adventures—a monster hunt in Minrathous—while sitting in a tavern in Dairsmuid.^[7]

Places

• Circle of Magi – a small and isolated Circle that existed as a façade to appease the Chantry^[3]

Notable residents

• Lady Annamaria^[6]
• Khalida Zuri Siavash – eldest daughter of the Gana of Dairsmuid; Rivaini ambassador to the Imperial Court^[8]
• First Enchanter Rivella^[3] – daughter of Captain Revaud, a revered Raider of the Waking Sea
• Seer Rowan

Codex entries

Codex entry: The Annulment at Dairsmuid

Codex entry: Seers and the Allsmet

Trivia

• Vivienne's parents were merchants from Dairsmuid.^[9]

References