<P> Alistair was mainly written by David Gaider -- the lead writer of Origins -- and is voiced by Steve Valentine . Alistair is a relatively new Grey Warden , who are a group devoted to fighting darkspawn . He 's believed to be the secret son of King Maric and a serving girl , and was originally raised in Redcliffe Castle by Arl Eamon after his mother 's death . However , he was later given to the Chantry for training as a templar , a military order who are trained to kill `` apostates '' ( mages outside of the Circle of Magi ) and watch over the Circle of Magi . Alistair is described as having a `` wry sense of humor '' , and makes many sarcastic remarks during the game . </P>
who does the voice of alistair in dragon age
Steve Valentine