Not in Thedas. [ Unhelpful, she knows, but she's only been around for a month or so and still hasn't found an explanation that suits her. ] It also has nothing to do with the Fade and apparently involves a lot of magic, though I'm told it is, in fact, real.

[ Oren stiffens, but he does move forward to sniff the proffered hand with vigor. Once satisfied, he pants and nudges hard at Maric's fingers, wanting more attention. ]

My lord. [ She smiles, still unfamiliar with the name, but happy to offer her own. ] My name is Robyn Cousland, of the Grey Wardens. Happily, there is no Warden business to be done, here.

[ That is, no Blight, and no Darkspawn. Surely anyone would be glad for that news. ]