asoma

Asoma is a fictional continent located in the *Dragon Age* series of video games and novels, developed by BioWare. It is the primary setting for the events of *Dragon Age: Origins*, *Dragon Age II*, and *Dragon Age: Inquisition*, as well as several companion novels and short stories. Asoma is a sprawling landmass situated in the northern hemisphere of the game’s world, bordered by the vast, uncharted regions of the *Frostback Mountains* to the north and the *Black Coast* to the west.

The continent is divided into several distinct regions, each with its own political, cultural, and geographical characteristics. The most prominent of these include *Ferelden*, a mountainous kingdom known for its feudal society and deep magical traditions; *Tevinter*, a powerful empire ruled by the darkspawn-enslaving *Mage-Templars*; and *Orlais*, a wealthy, aristocratic kingdom with a strong emphasis on trade and diplomacy. Other notable areas include *Lior*, a theocratic state centered around the worship of the *Chosen*, and *Hac Aldrigo*, a land of ancient ruins and forgotten history.

Asoma’s history is marked by conflict, particularly between humans, elves, and darkspawn, as well as internal strife among human factions. The continent has been shaped by the *Blight*, a catastrophic darkspawn invasion that devastated Ferelden and neighboring lands centuries earlier. The *Dragon*, a powerful magical entity, also plays a significant role in the region’s lore, with its influence manifesting in both divine and destructive ways.

The *Dragon Age* games explore themes of war, magic, and morality, with Asoma serving as a backdrop for political intrigue, personal quests, and large-scale conflicts. The continent’s diverse cultures, religions, and factions—such as the *Antivan Mages*, *Qunari*, and *Kethmel*, among others—contribute to its rich and complex narrative. Asoma remains a central element in the *Dragon Age* universe, offering a blend of fantasy elements and deep world-building that influences both the games and supplementary media.