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The video explores several captivating side quests in "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim," highlighting their unique narratives and gameplay mechanics. Nate introduces quests like "The Affairs of Hagravens," where players assist a Hagraven named Melka in reclaiming her territory, and "Rise in the East," involving an intricate conflict between the East Empire Company and pirates, requiring players to assault an island fortress.
The quests delve into conspiracies and intense battles, such as the plot against Windhelm's Shatter Shields and a political assassination plot on Solstheim, discovered through breaking into homes and uncovering hidden secrets. Players also face moral dilemmas and complex characters, from aiding Raven Rock's Captain Belif in "Served Cold" to confronting a witch coven in "Repentance."
Additionally, the video highlights the intricate "Blood on the Ice" murder mystery quest in Windhelm, known for its investigative depth and bugs. The speaker concludes by sharing their favorite quest, urging viewers to engage by discussing their own favorites and hinting at a potential follow-up video.
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In this part of the video, Nate introduces viewers to some of the best side quests in “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim,” which are not related to the main storyline or any faction. The first highlighted quest is “The Affairs of Hagravens,” which begins when the player enters Blind Cliff Cave in the Reach. Inside, players find a captive Hagraven named Melka, who requests help to reclaim her cave and towers from a rival Hagraven, Petra. The player can choose to help Melka, fighting through enemies alongside her and ultimately defeating Petra. As a reward, Melka gives the player her unique fire staff, the Eye of Melka, and remains friendly for the rest of the game.
The second quest detailed is “Rise in the East,” involving the East Empire Company and their conflict with pirates. This quest combines investigation and intense battle sequences, including storming an island with the help of Imperial warships. Nate mentions that this mission is particularly notable for being difficult to find and start without prior knowledge, making it a hidden gem among Skyrim’s many side quests.
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In this part of the video, the player is tasked with uncovering a conspiracy involving a powerful family in Windhelm. The Shatter Shields are suspected of collaborating with pirates who have been attacking the Empire company’s trading vessels. The player is asked to break into the Shatter Shields’ warehouse to find evidence in their banking ledgers. This leads to discovering the pirates’ secret hideout on an island fortress called Japheth’s Folly. The player assists in an assault on the fortress, clearing the way for an attack by defeating a powerful mage creating fog around the island. After a battle, the player is thanked and rewarded.
Additionally, a new mission called “Served Cold” is introduced, which takes place on the island of Solstheim. The player is approached by Raven Rock’s Captain Belif and second counselor Adril Arano with concerns about a potential assassination plot against the settlement’s governor, Lleril Morvayn. The plot is believed to be orchestrated by sympathizers of House Hlaalu, who seek revenge for a recent execution of one of their members. The player’s task is to uncover evidence of this conspiracy and identify the infiltrators, starting with investigating a tomb where fresh flowers have recently appeared.
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In this part of the video, the player investigates a tomb and catches a Dunmurry woman named Tillis uu Severin leaving offerings, which implies her loyalty to house Lalu. After being confronted, she denies wrongdoing. Reporting back to a character named Adril leads to the decision to break into Tillis’ home, where a letter is found revealing a plot to murder Raven Rock’s first counselor, with forces gathered at Ash Paulo Citadel. The player, alongside dispatched guards, attempts to clear the citadel but finds the guards dead and faces off against Morag Tong agents. Successfully defeating them and clearing the citadel, the player reports back and is rewarded with gold and a new home. The segment transitions to a new quest called “Repentance,” where the player meets an Imperial mage named Alya at Dark Light Tower, who, realizing the evil nature of her witch coven, asks the player to help her kill the coven members and stop her mother’s ritual.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator describes a dungeon crawl in which you and an ally navigate through Darklight Tower to confront Ally’s powerful mother. Ally devises a plan where you pretend to be a human sacrifice needed for a ritual, allowing her to strike while her mother is distracted. Although the initial part of the plan succeeds, Ally’s attack is too weak to finish her mother, requiring you to step in and complete the task. Upon defeating Ally’s mother, the quest is completed, Ally becomes a follower, and you obtain her mother’s staff, Hag’s Wrath.
The video then shifts to discussing the “Blood on the Ice” quest in Windhelm. This quest, accessible early in the game, involves solving a murder mystery as Windhelm’s authorities are preoccupied with a civil war. As you gather clues and interview citizens, you realize the complexity of the case. Despite potential errors leading to the wrong person being arrested, the real killer is eventually revealed in a surprising manner. The narrator emphasizes the unique investigative nature of this quest compared to others in Skyrim, while also acknowledging its reputation for bugs.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various quests in “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim” and shares their favorite, which is “Rise in the East,” due to its outstanding battle sequence. They encourage viewers to comment on their own favorite quests, even if they weren’t mentioned in the video, and hint at the possibility of a part two. The speaker thanks the audience for watching, appreciates their likes, and expresses hope to see them in the next video.