<P> Set in the fictional kingdom of Ferelden during a period of civil strife , the game puts the player in the role of a warrior , mage , or rogue coming from an elven , human , or dwarven background . The player character is recruited into the Grey Wardens , an ancient order that stands against demonic forces known as `` Darkspawn '' , and is tasked with defeating the Archdemon that commands them and ending their invasion , known as the `` Blight '' . The game is played from a third - person perspective that can be shifted to top - down perspective . Throughout the game , players encounter various companions , who play major roles in the game 's plot and gameplay and accompany the player throughout the game . </P>
who do you play as in dragon age origins
warrior , mage , or rogue coming from an elven , human , or dwarven background