No— or at least, they did not used to. But that, at least, I had little to do with. Hawke was well known in these parts, and few wished to offend the Champion— nor any of her friends.

[He shrugs one shoulder. And ah, a mercy: it's almost easy to say was instead of is when it comes to his fallen friend. Fenris leans back, resting his weight on one hand, glancing out at the city with a little frown.]

I do not know if that reputation will hold. Unlikely, but perhaps. But I suspect I can persuade them if they attempt to cheat us both. My claymore is not just for show, and fortunately, most people realize that.

[Although, actually . . .]

How much protection does Riftwatch afford?

[Because it was one thing when he had Hawke's reputation and Aveline's position as Captain of the Guard to protect him. He had not relied on them too often, but still, it was a safeguard against all the typical elvish prejudice rife in Kirkwall.]

Do they leave us to fend for ourselves, or offer their weight as protection?