Keiran Timeline & Link Compilation
Last updated 11/08/10 - Changed introductory text to note Ultimate Edition and usage of ZevranASAP.
So yeah, here's the timeline. Keep in mind that I don't write these in chronological order.
I recommend reading versions that are not on kmeme. Not that I have anything against the kink meme, but I can make edits on here, AO3, or BSN, so the most up-to-date versions will be found in one of those places.
I don't have any DLC besides The Stone Prisoner, so unless I buy more I won't be writing anything from other DLC. I do, however, acknowledge that Awakening happened in the pieces that go after it chronologically. But, WK, RtO, Golems, Witch Hunt, etc. never happened as far as Keiran is concerned. If (and that's a big if) I buy more DLC I will possibly integrate them into Keiran's canon. Okay, I got the Ultimate Edition as an early birthday present of sorts, but I'm still not sure what DLC will end up in the timeline until I find time to play through it all.
Also, since I always play through with the ZevranASAP mod, I am writing as if the ambush occurred immediately after Lothering.
Everything is SFW unless explicitly stated otherwise. Yes, even the kink meme stuff, though some of that has other warnings associated with it...
A Child of the Dalish
Ostagar
Lothering
Zevran's Ambush
A Village Under Siege
The Golem in Honnleath
Culture Clash LJ
VERY late non-entry for Zev thread challenge week 4. Our rogues aren't very pleased with the way Keiran takes care of his hair, and Zevran gives him a haircut.
Prompt: Hair. Is Zevran really "a fool who spends too much time on his hair"? Does the Warden appreciate that? ;) Perhaps Zevran has a fondness for the Warden's tresses? Maybe he shares hair care tips with Leliana? :p Take it and run with it, gaiz XD
Broken Circle
Beyond Dreams (WIP)
Keiran's Fade dream
The Urn of Sacred Ashes
Chains (WIP)
Inspired by payroo's entry for Zev thread challenge week 2. Zevran finds himself in a sticky situation in Haven and Keiran comes to his rescue.
Intentions LJ
Alistair wants to know what Zevran's intentions are with an M!Warden.
Paragon of Her Kind
Pointers LJ NSFW
Glad to be away from the claustrophobic Deep Roads, Keiran and Zevran try to have a good time, but a very drunk Oghren decides the inexperienced Warden needs some "tips."
Song of Courage Zev Thread LJ (See the LJ link for song contributions from others)
For the Zev thread prompt week 11 - Zevran comes up with an unusual (but not unexpected) use for the titular bard song.
Prompt: Rogue Specializations: Bard, Ranger, Duelist, Shadow, Legionnaire Scout
Involve Zevran with a non-assassin specialization in any way you please. ;) (Assassin stuff can be included at your discretion, but at least one of the others listed must be used somehow...) 1 hour time limit.
Untitled Zev Thread (fic) Party banter style
For the Zev thread prompt week 3 - Alistair asks Zevran why he likes the gold and silver bars Keiran gives him so much. I recommend reading the party banter version.
Prompt: Gold/silver bars.
This could be why he likes them, what he does with them or uses them for, or just Zevran sitting on a pile of bling. 1 hour time limit.
Nature of the Beast
Landsmeet Called:
Not as Planned Zev Thread LJ
For the Zev thread prompt week 2 - Zevran tries to give Keiran his earring, but it doesn't go quite as planned.
Prompt: Zevran's a real smooth talker, yeah? Give me a situation he needed or thought he wanted to talk his way into, and it turns out things are not as advertised--he needs to talk his way out. 45 minute time limit.
A Warden's Spirit (tentative title) (WIP)
Keiran surrenders in Howe's estate to protect the others. Loghain is convinced that the Warden is working with the Orlesians and tortures him in order to get a confession.
Chapter 1: Captured! LJ
Starts with Keiran surrendering to Cauthrien. While Keiran tries to escape from Fort Drakon, Zevran attempts to break in and rescue him.
Chapter 2: Honor and Silence Kmeme AO3 <- Kmeme link is chapters 2 & 4, AO3 is 2-4
Warning: Keiran is physically & mentally tortured by Loghain & Fort Drakon jailors.
Prompt: OP wanted to see a strong male character in tears.
Torture was explicitly listed as okay, though I may have gone a wee bit overboard.
Chapter 3: The Rescue
Warning: More of that torture stuff. Oh, and Keiran gets rescued.
Chapter 4: Understanding
Requested kmeme continuation where Zev helps Keiran get started on the long road to recovery.
Chapter 5: An Unwelcome Burden (WIP)
Warning: Torture
Takes place 2 days after chapter 4. [Insert witty, yet insightful summary he... Ah, screw it. Let's just say this is not a happy chapter and leave it at that.]
Chapter 6: The Landsmeet (WIP)
The showdown with Loghain.
A Final Mercy LJ
AU - What if Keiran doesn't get rescued before he loses his mind?
Redcliffe
Denerim - Final Battle
Awakening
Post-Awakening
Reunion LJ Zev Thread
A poem written for Zev Thread prompt week 10. Keiran finally catches up to Zevran in Antiva.
Prompt: First Kiss
This one is wide open, guys ;) Only rule is that it has to involve Zevran somehow. Interpret as you will! 1 hour time limit.
Sweet Treat LJ
While on a stakeout in Antiva City, Zevran introduces Keiran to a way to cool off in the hot Antivan summers.
Tie the Knot Kmeme AO3
Warning: Wedding scenes are one of the leading causes of cavities! Not OOC, surprisingly enough.
The OP wanted bizarre traditions. I think he/she got them. :)
Prompt: Zevran & M!Mahariel have a proper Dalish wedding. I want fluff and bizarre traditions out the wazoo.
So yeah, here's the timeline. Keep in mind that I don't write these in chronological order.
I recommend reading versions that are not on kmeme. Not that I have anything against the kink meme, but I can make edits on here, AO3, or BSN, so the most up-to-date versions will be found in one of those places.
I don't have any DLC besides The Stone Prisoner, so unless I buy more I won't be writing anything from other DLC. I do, however, acknowledge that Awakening happened in the pieces that go after it chronologically. But, WK, RtO, Golems, Witch Hunt, etc. never happened as far as Keiran is concerned. If (and that's a big if) I buy more DLC I will possibly integrate them into Keiran's canon. Okay, I got the Ultimate Edition as an early birthday present of sorts, but I'm still not sure what DLC will end up in the timeline until I find time to play through it all.
Also, since I always play through with the ZevranASAP mod, I am writing as if the ambush occurred immediately after Lothering.
Everything is SFW unless explicitly stated otherwise. Yes, even the kink meme stuff, though some of that has other warnings associated with it...
A Child of the Dalish
Ostagar
Lothering
Zevran's Ambush
A Village Under Siege
The Golem in Honnleath
Culture Clash LJ
VERY late non-entry for Zev thread challenge week 4. Our rogues aren't very pleased with the way Keiran takes care of his hair, and Zevran gives him a haircut.
Prompt: Hair. Is Zevran really "a fool who spends too much time on his hair"? Does the Warden appreciate that? ;) Perhaps Zevran has a fondness for the Warden's tresses? Maybe he shares hair care tips with Leliana? :p Take it and run with it, gaiz XD
Broken Circle
Beyond Dreams (WIP)
Keiran's Fade dream
The Urn of Sacred Ashes
Chains (WIP)
Inspired by payroo's entry for Zev thread challenge week 2. Zevran finds himself in a sticky situation in Haven and Keiran comes to his rescue.
Intentions LJ
Alistair wants to know what Zevran's intentions are with an M!Warden.
Paragon of Her Kind
Pointers LJ NSFW
Glad to be away from the claustrophobic Deep Roads, Keiran and Zevran try to have a good time, but a very drunk Oghren decides the inexperienced Warden needs some "tips."
Song of Courage Zev Thread LJ (See the LJ link for song contributions from others)
For the Zev thread prompt week 11 - Zevran comes up with an unusual (but not unexpected) use for the titular bard song.
Prompt: Rogue Specializations: Bard, Ranger, Duelist, Shadow, Legionnaire Scout
Involve Zevran with a non-assassin specialization in any way you please. ;) (Assassin stuff can be included at your discretion, but at least one of the others listed must be used somehow...) 1 hour time limit.
Untitled Zev Thread (fic) Party banter style
For the Zev thread prompt week 3 - Alistair asks Zevran why he likes the gold and silver bars Keiran gives him so much. I recommend reading the party banter version.
Prompt: Gold/silver bars.
This could be why he likes them, what he does with them or uses them for, or just Zevran sitting on a pile of bling. 1 hour time limit.
Nature of the Beast
Landsmeet Called:
Not as Planned Zev Thread LJ
For the Zev thread prompt week 2 - Zevran tries to give Keiran his earring, but it doesn't go quite as planned.
Prompt: Zevran's a real smooth talker, yeah? Give me a situation he needed or thought he wanted to talk his way into, and it turns out things are not as advertised--he needs to talk his way out. 45 minute time limit.
A Warden's Spirit (tentative title) (WIP)
Keiran surrenders in Howe's estate to protect the others. Loghain is convinced that the Warden is working with the Orlesians and tortures him in order to get a confession.
Chapter 1: Captured! LJ
Starts with Keiran surrendering to Cauthrien. While Keiran tries to escape from Fort Drakon, Zevran attempts to break in and rescue him.
Chapter 2: Honor and Silence Kmeme AO3 <- Kmeme link is chapters 2 & 4, AO3 is 2-4
Warning: Keiran is physically & mentally tortured by Loghain & Fort Drakon jailors.
Prompt: OP wanted to see a strong male character in tears.
Torture was explicitly listed as okay, though I may have gone a wee bit overboard.
Chapter 3: The Rescue
Warning: More of that torture stuff. Oh, and Keiran gets rescued.
Chapter 4: Understanding
Requested kmeme continuation where Zev helps Keiran get started on the long road to recovery.
Chapter 5: An Unwelcome Burden (WIP)
Warning: Torture
Takes place 2 days after chapter 4. [Insert witty, yet insightful summary he... Ah, screw it. Let's just say this is not a happy chapter and leave it at that.]
Chapter 6: The Landsmeet (WIP)
The showdown with Loghain.
A Final Mercy LJ
AU - What if Keiran doesn't get rescued before he loses his mind?
Redcliffe
Denerim - Final Battle
Awakening
Post-Awakening
Reunion LJ Zev Thread
A poem written for Zev Thread prompt week 10. Keiran finally catches up to Zevran in Antiva.
Prompt: First Kiss
This one is wide open, guys ;) Only rule is that it has to involve Zevran somehow. Interpret as you will! 1 hour time limit.
Sweet Treat LJ
While on a stakeout in Antiva City, Zevran introduces Keiran to a way to cool off in the hot Antivan summers.
Tie the Knot Kmeme AO3
Warning: Wedding scenes are one of the leading causes of cavities! Not OOC, surprisingly enough.
The OP wanted bizarre traditions. I think he/she got them. :)
Prompt: Zevran & M!Mahariel have a proper Dalish wedding. I want fluff and bizarre traditions out the wazoo.