Rikke: "It wasn't so bad." But don't underestimate the Stormcloaks. If the negotiations favor the Stormcloaks. In the next room, she will stop once again, obviously suspicious: Rikke: "I don't like the look of this. Or anyone. It's over. We are all trapped in Alduin's web - for our allegiance he cares not, but devours us equally - doom unescapable. It'll be a problem." 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. Imperial Legion I'll send men to garrison the fort right away. 000198BB Make sure those forged documents get to the Stormcloak commander in Dawnstar. If spoken to again before taking the fort: "What's the matter, soldier? Either way I'll be sending your heads back to Cyrodiil. Level He wasn't always a self-serving ego-maniac. Legate Rikke: "In the absence of the Moot, it would further legitimize her claim." "I need you to deliver some false orders to the Stormcloak commander in Dawnstar. Look out!" General Tullius: "You Nords and your bloody sense of honor." Legate Rikke: Steady now. Spread out and see what we've got. When you first enter Castle Dour you will find General Tullius and his second in command, Legate Rikke, 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. At best it's a slightly better relationship than Russia and the US towards the end of the Cold War. Ulfric's right-hand man, Galmar Stonefist, has located what he believes is the final resting place of the Jagged Crown. Everyone else, with me. If the Dragonborn sides with the Imperial Legion, Rikke acts as their commanding officer in the field, and assigns the Dragonborn to recapture several of the major holds. If you die, then I'll have no further use for your corpse." There's got to be some way to get that gate open." After the battle, she will say, "Alright, get the crown off that draugr!" After liberating all other holds and taking Fort Amol, the main fort defending Eastmarch, Legate Rikke will order you to meet them outside Windhelm for General Tullius' speech, with the city already being besieged by catapult fire from the Eastmarch Imperial Camp : "All right. 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. Should you miss the combination and insert the claw in the keyhole, the darts will trigger and Rikke will yell: "Uh oh! Sadly, most have fallen into disrepair. It's over. Rikke will then check out the carvings as promised, while waiting for you to find the ebony claw next to the dead Stormcloak soldier. What we do here today, we do for Skyrim and her people. Ulfric the Pretender wants that crown, but we're not going to let him have it. Embellish if you have to. I have it under control. Before long, Legate Rikke will be dead and on her way to Sovngarde, followed by the execution of General Tullius, the final defeat of the Imperial Legion. I've got a good feeling about you. We can use the weapons here, and I'll pass on the coin to Solitude." Let this day be a final warning to all who would still call themselves Stormcloaks. This is eveident when you find their gear ceremoniously placed at Shrines of Talos scattered throughout Skyrim, check the one near Froki's shack. Stand down and face public execution, or advance and face summary execution by my hands. ", Rikke: "Talos be with you" Legate Rikke is the chief legate of the Imperial Legion under General Tullius. "I am a loyal citizen of the Empire. Any last requests before I send you to to wherever you people go when you die." They may be traitors, but they know how to fight. Meet the soldiers preparing for the attack. ", "We're taking the city. I need you to find evidence of her corrupt activities, and use it to gain a measure of her "cooperation." Some likely joined the Stormcloaks, others probably did not and remained neutral or headed back home to Cyrodiil or wherever their families are. Edit: also, let's not forget that everybody in Skyrim still worshiped Talos privately in their homes -- that is until Ulfric threw a fit and caused a civil war, which brought the Empire and the Aldmeri Dominion to Skyrim. The WGC was signed out of necessity, not because the emperor wholly agrees with it 100%. Those Stormcloaks are here for the same reason we are. 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. Think you can handle it? General Tullius will hand you the objectives while Legate Rikke will provide the quests. THIS was the only reason there was a second Imperial. And why should I be any different? 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. I knew you'd bring back something useful. "Tullius: "You Nords and your bloody sense of honor. It'll make for a better song." Families torn apart? This is the Skyrim you want?! Submitting to the Aldmeri Dominion is a really revolting concept to pretty much anyone who's played this game. When Ulfric meets his demise by either you or Tullius, a mournful Rikke will say goodbye to her old friend: Rikke: "Talos be with you"Tullius: "What was that, Legate? 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. Taking Skyrim back from those who'd leave her to rot? She will then travel all the way to High Hrothgar and take a seat at the negotiation table, commenting, "I'm glad I finally got a chance to see this place. Ulfric's right-hand man, Galmar Stonefist, has located what he believes is the final resting place of the Jagged Crown. No mods Press J to jump to the feed. Let's move out." and add: "Careful! No matter, we have the element of surprise. Ulfric Stormcloak is dead!" "Ulfric: "You're also free to die for it. Gender General Tullius: "Well, if he wants to stand outside the protection of the Empire, fine. When you return from Riften and Anuriel with news about the coin shipment, she will hand you the next part of the assignment with "Excellent work. PC1 (1030) Rikke will now be found in the Eastmarch Imperial Camp. Curiosity accounted for one of the others. Ten to one they're just waiting for us on the other side. First, she will hand you a leveled gold reward with the words, "Good job! After the battle in the next room, she will whisper: "Be careful men. When Hadvar carelessly approaches the sleeping draugr, coffins will break and Rikke will yell, "Hadvar get away from there!" I'll meet you there.". Stop." Everyone else, with me." Auxiliary, do what you do best. I'd rather take a moment and look around than walk blindly into an ambush. With the final battle to take out Ulfric and his Stormcloaks upon them, Rikke personally joins General Tullius as they lead the attack on Windhelm, before confronting Ulfric and Galmar in the Palace of the Kings, resulting in Galmar and Ulfric's deaths, and the end of the Civil War, placing Legate Hrollod in place of Yrsarald Thrice-Pierced, and Brunwulf Free-Winter as Jarl to replace Ulfric. But before we go any further, it's time for you to officially join the Legion. Let's show these rebels what real soldiers look like. ", "Keep looking. I can always count on you, can't I?" 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. When you report back after a job well done, Rikke will be excited as it is now time to hit the Stormcloak headquarters and capital, Windhelm. I love this land and her people. Just saying goodbye. They don't know we're here yet, though. I've got a little test lined up. He's found the Crown. And nearly all have been overrun with bandits or other vagabonds. General Tullius: "He'd be insane to try. They are the enemy now and will not hesitate to end your lives either. This one is the nonspecific one. We need the Empire. Legate Rikke: "One thing at a time soldier. "Tullius: "It's not a cause. But no, you're content to snatch scraps falling off the Emperor's table. *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. ""Show the rebels the futility of their cause. "Rikke: "The Stonefist's no fool. Jarl Black-Briar put your government together. 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? They only banned it because the Thalmor wanted it banned and the Thalmor were a useful ally. I aim to turn that into an advantage. But first we need to get our hands on some rebel orders to make the forgeries. You must be an optimist." Once inside, Rikke and Tullius will be found in the war room. The page Legate Rikke contains mature content that may include coarse language, sexual references, and/or graphic violent images which may be disturbing to some. It'll be a problem. The Dragur on either side of the one wearing the Jagged Crown rise to defend it: Hadvar: "By the nine!" Rikke: "You've left me no choice Talos preserve us. Just before entering, she will give yet another speech: "Well done. "Rikke: "Yes, sir. Looks like we weren't the first ones here, either. Tullius laughed drily; half-way through, it turned into a hacking cough. Respawn Let's get that crown men!" "Soldier #2: "Is this what killed that Stormcloak over there? 8. "Rikke: "No, it's not as simple as that, but the Jagged Crown would be a potent symbol for his cause to rally around. "You're going to Riften. We're not leaving here until we get what we came for. 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. When you release the lever, coffins will break open and draugr will come rushing out. Why do Nords worship Talos? Legate Rikke: "Call it whatever you like, General. And for all of Skyrim. I'd rather take a moment and look around than walk blindly into an ambush. Ulfric. After the first wave of Stormcloaks, she will address the men again with "You two, stay and guard the entrance. We're searching for the crown. ", Legate Rikke: "Everybody ready? Then join them in wiping out the rebels. Legate Rikke: "That's not what my scouts report, sir. Yes, I've sent men to protect him and bring him here. Meet the soldiers gathering for the attack. "Ulfric: "Stop what? She must choose to safeguard her heart or safeguard her people. After taking the oath, Rikke will have a special assignment for you as the newest recruit of the legion: The Jagged Crown. We don't need to hang around here any longer than necessary." 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. "Rikke: "Call it whatever you like, General. Galmar: "Well? How many the lives already lost. See if you can find some way to get that gate open." Legate Rikke: "Let's not jump to conclusions, soldier. To be destroyed from the inside. I want that fort, and I want it now. If you ask her for a minute of preparation time, she will seem perturbed: "This isn't a damn summer picnic! Legate Rikke stumbled as the stones shook beneath her, then regained her balance. "Your objective is Fort Dunstad. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Let's see where this leads. General Tullius told me what happened. In the crypt she will be oblivious to the remains of King Borgas sleeping in the throne and say, "The crown should be around here somewhere. Time to show what you're really made of. A subreddit dedicated to the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. I suspect you'll be of greater good to Skyrim out there, in the world. Riften, Dawnstar, and Winterhold support him. The end goal of both the empire and the Stormcloaks (although Ulfric MIGHT be a Thalmor agent, sad but true.) ", Reporting for duty. You saw it. Let Ulfric pillage his city. And we'll need to hand the city over to that Free-Winter fellow." A final confrontation is inevitable, but you will witness a melancholic conversation between the three old friends: Ulfric: "Secure the door. With Frorkmar having been given the false information regarding Fort Dunstad, Rikke assigns the Dragonborn to attack the fort with the Imperial troops and wipe out the Stormcloak garrison so the Legion can take over. Holy heart attack, I was not paying attention. Tullius: "Well, the men will be expecting some kind of speech. We can use the weapons here, and I'll pass on the coin to Solitude. "Galmar: "Well? I gave you an order. One way or another, get me those documents. To give the empire time to rebuild and plan their next offensive. I aim to turn that into an advantage. Make sure those forged documents get to the Stormcloak commander in Dawnstar. Galmar: "You were there with us. Tullius, having given up at this point, will offer little resistance. I knew you'd bring back something useful. Never knew about this, because I never sided with the imperials . "Ulfric: "Rikke. For the Empire! "Your objective is the enemy held fort. I'll send some men with a wagon to collect the prize. No weapons, Light armour only. Note that it is possible to regain the Rift and the Pale twice, provided you completed A False Front and Compelling Tribute before Season Unending - and only if you give the two holds back to the Stormcloaks as part of the peace treaty. When you return to the camp with the documents in hand, Legate Rikke will take them and say, "Very good Let's see what you have here. We've been through worse. After a long and exhausting battle in the streets of Solitude, you will finally reach Castle Dour where you will find General Tullius seated on a chair in disbelief, while Rikke will stand up, prepared to fight. Lastly, she will reveal what it will take to end the war: "I hope Ulfric will come to his senses. But I belong to her. They won't be expecting an attack from the inside. Once the Stormcloak garrison is eliminated, The Reach will be back in Imperial hands, with Igmund reinstated as Jarl, removing Stormcloak sympathizer Thongvor Silver-Blood from the position. Also, you can put that first line in spoilers. Well? I've heard of this. Focus on our primary mission. You are guilty of insurrection, murder of Imperial citizens, the assassination of King Torygg, and high treason against the Empire. "Tullius: "Don't you Nords put any stock in your own traditions? Rikke is a Nord probably born in Skyrim, and may be around Alvor's age. Let Ulfric pillage his city." 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. Likely only Ulfric's death, or the overthrow of the Jarls supporting him will end this. Can Elves worship Talos? Evidenced by the men and women who fought and died bravely today. A helmetless Rikke refuses to submit to Ulfric. This will start the final quest Battle for Windhelm. If you don't mind, we'll just take that crown of yours and be on our way.". Legate Rikke, the right hand of General Tullius, is also a follower of Talos. When you accept, she will remark, "Good. Legate Rikke will then travel to Korvanjund where she will join up with Hadvar and a number of Imperial Soldiers. She will then stand around supervising the men, handing out orders and suggestions, such as "How's it going? We'll stay here and see if we can find anything else that could be of use. The day the Empire signed that damn treaty was the day the Empire died." For full details on Rikke's involvement in the Civil War, see this section. So do all the Nords that serve the Empire. "Tullius: "If Ulfric's making a move for Whiterun, then we need to be there to stop him. Rikke: "He has given up. See if you can't "convince" one of those innkeepers to help you. You can't force a Nord to accept help he hasn't asked for. If not, just keep your nose clean while you're here or you'll end up like Roggvir." ""May the gods keep you. The words were touching - particularly from someone that Rikke had so mistreated in the past - but yet she could not seem to . We're going to make sure he doesn't get his hands on it. Spread out, and keep your eyes open." Families torn apart? The Jarl's guards won't take kindly to anyone rummaging through her Steward's private quarters.". Let this day be a final warning to those who still call themselves Stormcloaks! Let's move out. By cutting out the disease of this rebellion, we will make this country whole again! Joining the Imperials != Submitting to the Dominion. My parents were Legionnaires, and I've followed in their footsteps. Essential ", Galmar: "Not while I'm still breathing, it's not.". Do . I must admit, I do like the sound of that. Are you up to the task? We'll soon find out." They are the enemy now and will not hesitate to end your lives either. To do to them the same thing the warrior god of man Talos Stormcrown/Tiber Septim did to them, ruin them. Rikke will join General Tullius and Jarl Elisif for the meeting at High Hrothgar between them and Ulfric with Galmar Stone-Fist. 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. In appreciation for your exemplary service, I am doubling your pay and compensation to the widows of your fallen comrades.