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Hawke
Hawke is the protagonist of Dragon Age II, a refugee from Lothering who rises to become the Champion of Kirkwall amidst escalating tensions between mages and templars.
Born in Lothering, Hawke flees the village during the Blight, eventually settling in the city-state of Kirkwall. Over the course of seven years, Hawke navigates the complex social and political landscape of the Free Marches, accumulating wealth and influence while dealing with the city's volatile atmosphere. The character's actions and decisions ultimately shape the fate of the Kirkwall Circle of Magi and the local Chantry.
Legacy
As the Champion of Kirkwall, Hawke serves as a pivotal figure in the history of Thedas. Their involvement in the conflict between the Knight-Commander Meredith and the First Enchanter Orsino triggers the mage-templar war that defines the era. Depending on player choices, Hawke may later assist the Inquisition in the Fade, further cementing their role as a significant agent of change in the ongoing struggle against ancient threats.
