"We do, actually. Powers that we gain through vigorous training and long hours of study -- as well as augmenting them with lyrium." He paused, then added quietly, "Although we still have the powers, without the lyrium. Just not as effective."

Something that may, in fact, become an issue later on. He did not wish to think what would happen if they were cut off from lyrium now -- the recovery time alone would cripple the Templars beyond reason.

"I joined the Inquisition because it is the new way - and the only sane way left to us." He was grim, again. "Because I want to show all of Thedas that the Templar Order is not just a bunch of murdering hoodlums. I did not dedicate my life to a band of brigands, I gave my life to Andraste and the Maker. So ... I will do whatever I have to, to forge us on a new path."

He gestured to the icy landscape around them. "This ... is our new path."