Anders
Also known as: The Warden, Justice
Apostate healer merged with the spirit of Justice who ignites a war by destroying the Kirkwall Chantry. The fandom has argued about whether he is freedom fighter or terrorist since 2011, usually in fic form.
Popular Anders Ships
Anders/Hawke
5k works
The possessed healer running a free clinic in Darktown loves Hawke for an entire decade of Dragon Age 2 — and then blows up the Chantry, forcing the Champion to judge the man who shares their bed. No Dragon Age romance divides the fandom like Anders, which is exactly why the fic runs so deep. Every story must answer the same question: do you stay after Kirkwall burns?
Anders/Fenris
Common Tropes in Anders Fanfiction
Other Dragon Age Characters
Fenris
457k works
Former slave with lyrium tattoos burned into his skin. Angry, broken, and learning to be free.
Dorian Pavus
196k works
Tevinter mage who defies his homeland's corruption. Flamboyant, brilliant, and one of BioWare's most beloved characters.
Solas
183k works
Elven apostate mage who is far more than he seems. His romance is devastating because he knows how it must end.
Iron Bull
179k works
Qunari mercenary and spy who's surprisingly philosophical about loyalty, duty, and where they intersect.
Cullen Rutherford
9k works
Former Templar who survived the horrors of Kinloch Hold and Kirkwall before commanding the Inquisition's armies while fighting lyrium withdrawal. His quiet, fumbling romance made him a fandom heartthrob.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Anders?
Anders appears in 8k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Dragon Age fandom. You can browse all Anders fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Anders ships?
The most popular Anders ships include Anders/Hawke, Anders/Fenris. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
What tropes are common in Anders fanfiction?
Common tropes in Anders fanfiction include Angst. Use Fanfict Reader to filter and find exactly the type of story you're looking for.
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