After retrieving the Dragonstone, you travel to the hold capital of Whiterun to return it to Farengar. When you enter, you discover that Jarl Balgruuf, lord of Whiterun, is unwell. His daughter Dagny, suspecting Farengar's involvement, has both the mage and you--his accomplice--imprisoned.

In a race against time, it's up to you and Alhana to escape the Dragonsreach dungeon, uncover the secrets of Balgruuf's family, and heal the Jarl before the hold falls into chaos. Your quest will take you across Whiterun, working with Farengar and the Jarl's housecarl, Irileth, to discern the truth of Balgruuf's family history.

This quest is an integration of a vanilla Daedric quest, and players should be prepared to face the dark machinations of Mephala, prince of lies, as they work to save Whiterun from shadowy influences. Will you reject the lure of her promises, or accept the power she offers you?

"Ah, you have finally found your way to me. Such an unassuming form, and yet, somehow, you must be consequential..."

Places to Go

Dragonsreach, Whiterun Tundra, Shrine of Mephala

People to See

Irileth, Balgruuf the Greater, Proventus, Old Dag, Dagny, Nelkir, Mephala

Enemies to Fight

Spiders, Guardsmen, Bandits

Art by Natasha Zangari. All Quest Features are subject to change.