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After the battle is over, Rikke will position herself in front of the Whiterun gate and listen to Balgruuf's gratitude speech. Ready now! 9. Fine. Legate Rikke also tells Ulfric "Talos be with you" after he is slain. Auxiliary, do what you do best. Ulfric the Pretender wants that crown, but we're not going to let him have it. Can Elves worship Talos? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. We've been through worse. "Rikke: "Skyrim doesn't belong to you, Ulfric. The Nightgate and Candlehearth inns are frequent stops for Stormcloak runners. ), Tullius: "Secure the door." Ulfric the Pretender wants that crown, but we're not going to let him have it. It would seem Fort Dunstad is in need of reinforcements We'll make sure they won't be getting those One moment while I "correct" some of these documents That should do it. She must choose to safeguard her heart or safeguard her people. Are you up to the task? She also attends the meeting at High Hrothgar when a truce becomes necessary so that the Dragonborn can capture Odahviing and then deal with Alduin once and for all. Rikke: "If you ladies are finished bickering, there's much to be done. It was signed to spare the empire from complete destruction. I.e. ", Legate Rikke: "You two, stay and guard the entrance. Ulfric. I can always count on you, can't I?" Legate Rikke: "Sir. All through the Imperial Legion quest line, Rikke will greet you in different ways, once again showing mixed emotions about her role in the Civil War: https://en.uesp.net/w/index.php?title=Skyrim:Legate_Rikke&oldid=2411270. We had the advantage of surprise this time, but don't expect it to last. Imperial Soldier 2: "Too bad we can't read these carvings. Without this glimmer of hope that there really might be some slight flickers of rebellion within the Empire, nobody (who plays a good character) would ever side with them. Those Stormcloaks are here for the same reason we are. 11. Submitting to the Aldmeri Dominion is a really revolting concept to pretty much anyone who's played this game. "I am a loyal citizen of the Empire. Listen up. Why do you fight for the Empire? ", "Good work! She's a Nord in the Legion who is still (secretly) worshipping Talos despite the ban imposed by the WGC. They are the enemy now and will not hesitate to end your lives either. To give the empire time to rebuild and plan their next offensive. and Rikke denies that she said anything. This is eveident when you find their gear ceremoniously placed at Shrines of Talos scattered throughout Skyrim, check the one near Froki's shack. "Soldier #2: "Too bad we can't read these carvings. All objectives are radiant versions of the same quest, and Rikke's dialogue will only differ slightly, although her location will. She will then be ready to order the attack on the now weakened Fort Dunstad, starting the quest The Battle for Fort Dunstad (see this section). sir. She will then provide some tips on how to use it: "Looks like the door will open if we turn these rings the right way. Bravado gets soldiers killed. "Galmar: "Damnit woman, stand aside. When the boss-leveled draugr draws his sword, she will attack with the words, "Have it your way. Move it! I joined the Empire because of this. And if Skyrim seceded, High Rock would be soon to follow, leaving the Empire, or really anybody else, with next to no chance at defeating the Thalmor for good. When the Moot meets, they'll do the sensible thing. Let's see where this leads." Tullius: "The rebellion is over! Ulfric: "I'll never surrender Skyrim into the hands of a corrupt and dying Empire." Just before entering, she will give yet another speech: "Well done. Rikke: "Ulfric. ", Reporting for duty. She also carries a belted tunic, which she was supposed to wear while sleeping. Yep. Then join them in wiping out the rebels. ", Galmar: "Not while I'm still breathing, it's not.". Ready now! It would seem Fort Dunstad is in need of reinforcements We'll make sure they won't be getting those One moment while I "correct" some of these documents That should do it. Let's move out." However, if she is dead by the time you reach Sovngarde as part of the Main Quest, you will encounter Rikke in the afterlife, sitting helpless on a rock in the mist outside the Hall of Valor, unable to find her way and seemingly scared of being consumed by Alduin. See this table for details. For the Empire! We must move quickly to prevent further violence." I want that fort, and I want it now. "Rikke: "Brunwulf. They don't know we're here yet, though. The Draugr rises and draws its weapon, indicating it isn't handing over the Jagged Crown without a fight: Legate Rikke: "Have it your way. Those Stormcloaks are here for the same reason we are. Legate Rikke can be found in Castle Dour in Solitude until Reunification of Skyrim, when she will serve at the various camps set up by the Imperials. Rikke: "I'm telling you, Ulfric's planning an attack on Whiterun. These walls are supposed to show the history of the ancients who built this place." You can do nothing but leave her behind and proceed to fight Alduin so her soul can find rest in Sovngarde. Legate Rikke, General Tullius'chief lieutenant, is a loyal Imperial officeras well as a Nordwho firmly believes that Skyrim must remain part of the Empire. Let's see where this leads. If you ask her for a minute of preparation time, she will seem perturbed: "This isn't a damn summer picnic! And I don't often get good feelings about anything. We can use the weapons here, and I'll pass on the coin to Solitude. This won't be easy, but that's why I'm sending you. We'll let it seem like it's his idea. Its location was lost with King Borgas, when the Great Hunt killed him while off on his Alessian campaigns. ", "Looks like the damned rebels got here first. After killing the draugr and gaining the Crown: Legate Rikke: "Alright, get the crown off that draugr! The Jarl's guards won't take kindly to anyone rummaging through her Steward's private quarters.". Who knows what secrets we'd uncover? All hail the Emperor! It's a rebellion." Look at how far we've come and with so little. The rest of my men are already assembling outside Korvanjund. "Rikke: "Well, that's something at least. 000198BB On the other hand, he also refuses to acknowledge Ulfric's claim. "Your objective is Fort Kastav. Yeah, when Ulfric is killed Rikke whispers under her breath "Talos be with you." Tullius: "I pray you're right, Legate. Rift Imperial Camp is well hidden far east from hold capital Riften and Rikke will be present near her map, where she will readily tell you the plan to regain the Rift, initiating the quest Compelling Tribute: "You're going to Riften. I knew I gave the mission to the right person." His head will be sent to Cyrodiil where it will adorn a spike on the walls of the Imperial City. Pass that, and we'll talk about you joining the Legion." Go. "Rikke: "That's not the Skyrim I want to live in. Tullius: "Right. Is this the one we're looking for?" Listen up. The day the Empire signed that damn treaty was the day the Empire died." I aim to turn that into an advantage. Despite being on different sides in the current conflict, they do still have some positive feelings for each other. Supposedly, his body was brought back to Skyrim and secretly buried with the crown. As Reunification of Skyrim progresses, General Tullius will ask you to regain any holds still controlled by the Stormcloaks. Mature articles are recommended for those who are 18 years of age and older. Auxiliary, see if you can find another way through. Follow/Fav Talos Be With You. Stop. "You don't say, Legate." ", Legate Rikke: "I'm telling you, Ulfric's planning an attack on Whiterun." "Tullius: "You Nords and your bloody sense of honor. Some Imperial soldiers and officers defected and abandoned their rank. The blades are also all big Talos fans, of course. ", "Welcome back, soldier. You saw it. Some kind of stone claw? But I belong to her." "Ulfric: "Rikke. Spread out and see what we've got. You are guilty of insurrection, murder of Imperial citizens, the assassination of King Torygg, and high treason against the Empire. Knowledge of that location was lost, in the Wars of Succession. I am proud of all of you. Evidenced by the men and women who fought and died bravely today. *Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, Fandom will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. We'll let it seem like it's his idea." When you are prepared, Rikke will take a moment to give the men a pep talk: "Listen up, legionnaires. When you finally enter Castle Dour you will find Rikke and General Tullius deeply focused on the strategy battle map laid on the table in front of them, obviously worried about Ulfric Stormcloak and, in particular, the city of Whiterun and its stubborn jarl, Balgruuf the Greater. Keep your guard up. But I fear he's in too far to stop now. Approach her again and she will be annoyed: "What's the matter, soldier? So today I had my last final and as a self reward I decided to have a few drinks and play through the civil war questline on my current file. See if you can find some way to get that gate open." When Tullius points you to her, she will be more talkative, saying, "You survived Helgen? There's bound to be more up ahead.". Rikke: "I'm also free to stay and fight for what I believe in." She and Ulfric (and Galmar) are/were old friends, most likely they fought together in the Imperial military during the Great War. If there's any hope of a long term victory against the Dominion, it's in the Empire. He fought in the Imperial army in the War against the Dominion. Rikke is with General Tullius in Castle Dour discussing concerns about Whiterun and Jarl Balgruuf the Greater joining their side in the Civil War before the Dragonborn speaks to her regarding joining the Legion, and she dispatches him to clear out Fort Hraggstad of the bandits occupying it so a detachment of Legionnaires can garrison it to secure the western approach to Solitude from the northern coast along the Ghost Sea. Rendezvous with the rest of the men outside Korvanjund." Get to Korvanjund as soon as you're ready. But before we go any further, it's time for you to officially join the Legion. Ulfric rises from his throne, draws his enchanted steel war axe, and faces the General, Rikke, and the Dragonborn with Galmar. It's over. Perfect spot for an ambush. Can you do this? We had the advantage of surprise this time, but don't expect it to last. When you get near her she will sadly admit: "The bitter war of the world beyond was all for naught. You have to remember that the Empire didn't give in to the Thalmor because they wanted to. ""Make me proud. We can use the weapons here, and I'll pass on the coin to Solitude." She will then stand around supervising the men, handing out orders and suggestions, such as "How's it going? Rikke is a Nord probably born in Skyrim, and may be around Alvor's age. Did you just generalize people based on their video game choices? Even if these carvings tell us where the crown is, I'm sure we're going to have to find a way through this door. ", Reporting for duty. Well? Legate Rikke herself is a Talos worshiper. Maybe there's something on the claw itself that could help us." But we'll get to it first. "Tullius: "Well, if he wants to stand outside the protection of the Empire, fine. The man's going to try to take Whiterun." But, if we found it first" They gave in to save the Empire. You can send him/her back when you get there and find nothing but old bones and cobwebs." I don't expect there to be any further violence.". They were certainly Imperials through-and-through way back in the day, but the Empire sort-of turned its back on them, so its hard to say. Or anyone. When you have claimed the crown, she will give you her last order: "Take that crown back to Solitude, soldier. ", Reporting for duty. Maven: "Oh? She will then walk towards the Hall of Valor to spend the rest of time in Shor's house. 000D0573, https://elderscrolls.fandom.com/wiki/File:Rikke.ogg. "Rikke: "You're wrong. Rikke will not make it in time for the speech, but will join you once you enter Windhelm, hacking and slashing on the many waves of Stormcloak soldiers protecting the Palace of the Kings. She will then finish conversation with the words, "You have your orders. 8. No Maybe they cannot spare more Justiciars and just considered Markarth more important or they didn't want to antagonize the Jarl and swing him to the Stormcloak side. But until then, we fight.". General Tullius: "Well, if he wants to stand outside the protection of the Empire, fine. We need the Empire. You ready, auxiliary?" The Nightgate and Candlehearth inns are frequent stops for Stormcloak runners. ", Reporting for duty. 5. Auxiliary, do what you do best. I'm sending you to clear out Fort Hraagstad[sic]. ""May the gods keep you. Well, soldier? ", She will then approach you and say, "Looks like the damned rebels got here first. You can't force a Nord to accept help he hasn't asked for." "Galmar: "Well? After your visit to Fort Hraggstad, you will find Rikke and Tullius at their usual spot near the strategy map. Move it!" But without Ulfric to inflame their passions, they'll settle down and return to their homes eventually. It isn't nearly as black and white as that. I suspect you'll be of greater good to Skyrim out there, in the world. Guys! You are guilty of insurrection, murder of Imperial citizens, the assassination of King Torygg, and high treason against the Empire. Either way I'll be sending your heads back to Cyrodiil. The Empire glories in your accomplishments. Rikke: "You've left me no choice Talos preserve us. (Speaking to the Dragonborn.) In the next room, Rikke and two soldiers will gather around a deceased draugr and say: Soldier #1: "What in the nine holds is that? During her trip to Korvanjund and while spending time in and around the camps during Reunification of Skyrim, she will equip an Imperial officer's helmet. Legate Rikke: "Not everyone's agreed to the Moot. They may be traitors, but they know how to fight. When you find the Talos amulet on the Emperor it solidifies the notion that they are and will always worship Talos. It matters little to me. My dunmer bitch-queen. Do . When only Eastmarch remains, General Tullius will promote you to Legate, and tell you to prepare for the final attack on Windhelm. Spread out and see what we've got. Tullius and Rikke will try and make Ulfric surrender peacefully, but to no avail: Tullius: "Secure the door. But first we need to get our hands on some rebel orders to make the forgeries. For extra protection in battle, she always blocks with a steel shield and attacks with a steel sword. "Rikke: "You've left me no choice Talos preserve us.". After these final words, Rikke and Tullius will both draw their swords and give Ulfric and Galmar the hardest time possible, but to no avail. It looks like it's been dead for a hundred years." In the meantime, we'll continue to root them out and put them to the sword. I'd rather take a moment and look around than walk blindly into an ambush. "Tullius: "It's not a cause. "Galmar: "Not while I'm still breathing, it's not. I'm glad you made it in one piece. I've sent men to scout out the area. General Tullius told me what happened. When we're done rooting out Imperial influence here at home, then we will take our war to the Aldmeri Dominion." I love this land and her people. What we do here today, we do for Skyrim and her people. But more importantly, I am a daughter of Skyrim and wish to see her made whole again." Skyrim Gameplay Walkthrough - General Tullius Legate Rikke Ulfric Stormcloak Battle for Solitude Ending Civil War Final Boss Ending #Skyrim #Gaming SKYRIM SPECIAL EDITION The Elder Scrolls V:. "Tullius: "If Ulfric's making a move for Whiterun, then we need to be there to stop him. Now go make it happen, soldier." In the next room, she will stop once again, obviously suspicious: Rikke: "I don't like the look of this. Alvor said that in his youth everyone worshipped Talos, although this was forbidden. And we'll need to hand the city over to that Free-Winter fellow." Now let's keep moving". My parents were Legionnaires, and I've followed in their footsteps. Rikke: "This is what you wanted? Just keep your guard up! However, Rikke will refuse to allow Ulfric to kill her general, saying that she would rather die for the cause she believes in than surrender. You don't have to do this. For the Empire! Without it Skyrim will assuredly fall to the Dominion." Rikke is a Nord, and believes strongly that Skyrim should be part of the Empire. She will also explain how ' we' know the crown is in Korvanjund: "Well, to be frank, we don't. I just thought it was interesting. Families torn apart? When the door is finally opened, she will order her men to follow with "Good job! Many are Legion veterans. Make sure those forged documents get to the Stormcloak commander in Dawnstar. "Soldier: "But there isn't any other way through, Legate. The Legion always finds a way. A powerful relic of a golden age, long since passed. PC1 (1030) "Tullius: "Song or not, I just want it done.". Ulfric: "Rikke. On the other hand, he also refuses to acknowledge Ulfric's claim." Rikke and Tullius The island of Solstheim lies to the northeast of Skyrim. If you ask them directly how to join the Legion, they will say, "There's no greater honor than to serve. They did so because the Thalmor crippled their armies and left them with hardly a chance to survive a second invasion. So thus, many Imperials are Talos worshippers in the dark, away from those asshats they called allies. I aim to turn that into an advantage. ", Legate Rikke: "Steady, legionnaires! Legate Imperial Soldiers: (Cheer), Tullius: "His head will be sent to Cyrodiil where it will adorn a spike on the walls of the Imperial City! And I don't often get good feelings about anything. 13. Finally, when asked what is next for the accomplished Rikke, she will say, "The General's put me in charge of assisting the new governments. We're here to accept Ulfric's surrender." Just saying goodbye." Elder Scrolls is a FANDOM Games Community. The Legion has faced down worse than a few dusty old bonewalkers. If The Reach was given to the Stormcloaks during the meeting with The Greybeards, Rikke will be at the Reach Imperial Camp, requesting the Dragonborn assault Fort Sungard with her forces and place it back under Imperial control. ", Legate Rikke: "Alright legionnaires! What are we waiting for?". "Tullius: "Well, the men will be expecting some kind of speech. When you ask for another job, she will drop the bomb:" We're taking the city. If you eavesdrop on Rikke and Tullius' heated debate, it becomes clear that Rikke has her fair share of problems with the Imperial general, especially when it comes to using Nord traditions and lore as a weapon in warfare: Tullius: "Tell me again, why I'm wasting men chasing after a fairy tale. Rikke is present with Imperial soldiers, among them Hadvar, during the search for the Jagged Crown to acquire it before the Stormcloaks can for Galmar Stone-Fist. ", Reporting for duty. Skyrim: Legate Rikke in Sovngarde Addaisgrl 795 subscribers Subscribe 2.3K Share Save 155K views 10 years ago By request from a commenter, Rikke caught in Alduin's mist Show more Show more The. Take my city. Are you up to the task? ", What will it take to end the war? "Ulfric: "I'll never surrender Skyrim into the hands of a corrupt and dying Empire. General Tullius: "If Ulfric's making a move for Whiterun, then we need to be there to stop him. When you kill Ulfric and General Tullius is about to leave but then he hears Legate Rikke whisper "Talos be with you" #games #bethesda #skyrim #ulfric #general #tullius #leave #then #hears #legate #rikke #whisper #talos. Every day more join his cause. We couldn't have done this without you. It's a rebellion. It just so happens, I've got some scouts along the road. We're searching for the crown. But my agents report that Galmar is pretty damned convinced Korvanjund is the tomb of King Borgas. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. If you try and convince her to leave or be killed, she will say: "If that must be, then it will. Hadvar: "Hey, I found a crown over here on this corpse. She personally knows the key players of the rebellion, Ulfric Stormcloakand Galmar Stone-Fist, as they were once friends and fought side by side in the Imperial Legionduring The Great War. This is the day we send a message to Ulfric Stormcloak and the rebel Jarls who support him. I wonder what it's used for." We're not leaving here until we get what we came for. I wouldn't do that again unless you know for sure it's going to open." In the meantime, we'll continue to root them out and put them to the sword. We'll charge in to help as soon as we hear fighting. So tell me, what's the price for a woman's integrity these days?" I thought the Moot chose the king. Tullius: "Enough! Do it now, or there will be rioting in the streets. To do so, she has the Dragonborn ambush a Stormcloak courier so she can falsify the documents the courier was carrying before having them delivered to the Stormcloak commander in Dawnstar, Frorkmar Banner-Torn. "Soldier #2: "Is this what killed that Stormcloak over there? ""Stay sharp out there.""Good. To be destroyed from the inside. Why does Legate Rikke say Talos be with you? We are turning the city over to Brunwulf Free-Winter, an honorable and faithful man! 7. "Rikke: "Yes, sir. Everyone, with me! What's one more?" Rikke: "You're wrong. Never forget that. One way or another, get me those documents. Legate Rikke is the Chief Lieutenant of the Imperial Legion under General Tullius. When you report for duty, she'll say, "Your objective is the enemy held fort. ", She will then repeat her orders to you: "There may be some way to get through on the level above. If you sided with the Stormcloaks in the Civil War, Rikke will die at the end of the quest line. General Tullius: "You people and your damn Jarls." Rikke: "And this must be the Hall of Stories. the Dragonborn. We will soon begin publicly executing captured men. Then join them in wiping out the rebels. You did well. We charge on my signal. All hail his legionnaires!" Once the fort is taken, The Rift will fall under Imperial control, and Stormcloak commander Gonnar Oath-Giver will be replaced by Legate Fasendil at Mistveil Keep in Riften, while Laila will be replaced as Jarl by Maven Black-Briar, a powerful Imperial ally with support from the Thieves Guild.