That actually makes more sense about the war but what was the name of the first war when the Templars broke away from the Chantry? This idea definitely could work since I envisioned Pharos to be quite remote in the southern regions of Orlais. I can see the Chantry forgoing supplies out there since its so far away. Especially since Alayre would've lost his commander during that skirmish and would've assumed control during the conflict.

As for the necessary reforms, he honestly wouldn't have time to do so then. So perhaps this is part of the reason why he joins the Inquisition. Alayre knows that change is needed after that whole mess in Dragon Age 2 with Meredith. The Templar are prone to make the same mistakes unfortunately.

Ah! A ten percent chance of turning someone to stone in regards to Stoneblade has my approval. In Final Fantasy, I think that ability is doubled so I just wrote off that way. (I was trying to incorporate some mythos) Ten percent works fine since then he could actually use that blade more often in combat without it being a one hitter quitter.

That definitely works for me! I'm going to add these points in a bit.