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Online:Labor Dispute

Quick Walkthrough
# Talk to Eitaki Snowmead.
# Collect Stormfist weapons and free Eitaki's siblings.
# Find Jomund Snowmead.

Detailed Walkthrough
On the way to Lost Knife Mine, you may come across the body of a dead Nord woman. Examine Kerig's corpse to reveal a letter nearby. The Snowmead's Missive reports that the Stormfist Clan has taken over Lost Knife Mine.

Follow the path up the hill and speak to Eitaki Snowmead outside of the miners' lodge. She tells you that the Stormfists took over the mine and held many as hostages, splitting families to ensure compliance. She asks you to go into the mine and find her husband and siblings, and also to collect weapons from the invaders to arm the miners.
:''"We need weapons. Overpower a few Stormfists, grab their weapons, and give them to my husband, Jomund. He's in the mine. And set some of the miners free along the way. Look for my siblings, Tridi and Nedrek. I need to know they're safe."
:I'll head into the mine and do what I can.'''

Go into the mine and collect   from the bodies of the Stormfist soldiers as you fight your way through the mine. Along the way, you'll also find Tridi and Nedrek, who you can save by talking to them. They both also direct you onward to Jomund.

Jomund is hiding atop a set of scaffolding in the next room. Speak to him to give him the weapons and complete the quest. He thanks you and immediately offers the next quest in the chain.

  

Quest Stages
Online:Rorthor

Rorthor is a Nord commoner working at the Lost Knife Mine.
 
  
Dialogue
When spoken to prior to completing the objective, he'll say:
:"The trick is to look busy and not draw attention to yourself."

When spoken to after, he'll say:
:''"I never saw the Orcthane's followers move so fast! They ran out of here, crying like little babies!"''
Online:Faled the Cook

Faled the Cook is a Nord provisioner cooking for the miners working at the Lost Knife Mine. You'll find him at his cooking fire outside the Miner's Lodge.
 

Dialogue
Before Lost Knife's objective is complete, he complains about not being able to see his wife.
:"My wife toils away in the mine while I stand here and wait for my stew to boil. What a life!"

After the objective is complete, he speaks of his wife.
:''"I spoke to my wife. She's a spitfire, let me tell you. She said hello, gave me a hug, and went right back to work."''
Online:Thelm Blue-Sky

Thelm Blue-Sky is a Nord found in Lost Knife Cave. After completing the objectives, he'll be inside the cave wandering from area to area.

After helping the community, he'll tell you: ''"Thanks for helping us. Fildgor's lackeys won't catch us off-guard again."''
Online:Garvilda Coldheart

Garvilda Coldheart is a Nord commoner who works at the Lost Knife Mine. She can be found in the Miner's Lodge. She is waiting for Holguss Coldheart to come out of the mine.
 
Dialogue
Before the Lost Knife objective is complete:
:""

After the objective:
:"I am so relieved. Holguss is fine. He came out, wolfed down some stew and went back to work."
Online:Ogmann Soft-Loam

Ogmann Soft-Loam is a Nord miner working at the Lost Knife Mine.
 
  
Dialogue
When spoken to prior to completing the quest, he says:
:''"I need to keep busy or I'll worry so. I don't like these Stormfist thugs. Don't like them a bit."

When spoken to after completing the quest, he says:
:"This is not the best time to visit Lost Knife Cave."''
Online:Dalitra Riverrun

Dalitra Riverrun is a Nord warrior working at Lost Knife Mine. She can be found in the Miner's Lodge.
 

Dialogue
Before Labor Dispute is complete:
:""

After Labor Dispute is complete:
:"I knew those big goons were nothing but cowards! Now we can get back to work. And for real, this time."
Online:Hjolard the Sluggish

Hjolard the Sluggish is a Nord laborer who can be found outside the mine in Lost Knife Cave.
 

Dialogue
Before Labor Dispute is complete:
:""

After Labor Dispute is complete:
:"The bad Nords are gone now and Hjolard is very happy!"
Online:Thalm Blue-Sky

Thalm Blue-Sky is a Nord miner who can be found in Lost Knife Cave.
Online:Tridi

Tridi is a Nord who can be found at Lost Knife Cave.
 
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Quest-Related Events
Labor Dispute
Inside Lost Knife Cave you'll find Tridi working the mine:
:"Did my sister, Eitaki, send you?"
:'''Yes. It's almost time for the miners to make their move.
:"Good to know! We've been doing what we can to confuse and delay them. Jomund has been sneaking around, passing along information. Sometimes he's even in disguise. These thugs are easy to fool, but they're scary when they get angry."
:Tridi: "Thanks for the help. See you outside!"''
She'll run off outside.

Do Kill the Messenger
After speaking to Nedrek about his concerns and intercepting the Note from Magister Osanne, you'll hear a familiar voice behind you:
:Tridi: ''"You found the messenger! Was she carrying Osanne's letter?"
:"What did you find when you took down the messenger?"
:I found a letter addressed to Fildgor.
:"I'll take that and burn it. We've had enough trouble with Fildgor and his followers to last a lifetime. Thanks for intercepting this."
:I hope things settle down now.
:"I think we'll be fine. Maybe we'll be a little more diligent about guard duty. We don't want to get caught unawares again! Thanks for all your help."''

As she runs off to Lost Knife, she'll say:
:Tridi: ''"I'll make sure this letter is destroyed."''
Online:Holguss Coldheart

Holguss Coldheart is a Nord miner working at the Lost Knife Mine.
Online:Nedrek

Nedrek is a Nord miner working at the Lost Knife Mine.
 
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Quest-Related Events
Labor Dispute
Inside Lost Knife Cave you'll find Nedrek working the mine:
:''"I saw you take out some of these bastards. That can only mean we're taking back the mine."
:That's right. Go find Eitaki.
:"Best news I've heard since this started! You need to find my sister's husband, Jomund. He's up ahead, sneaking around in disguise and causing all kinds of trouble for the Stormfists. He needs to know what's going on."
:Nedrek: "I'll go help the others!"''
He'll run off outside.

Do Kill the Messenger
After you've completed Labor Dispute, you'll find Nedrek near a wagon making repairs:
:''"I'm happy that the mine is back under our control, but I can't shake this bad feeling I have."
:You do seem a bit worried.
:"I am. I overheard Magister Osanne say she sent word to the Orcthane about an unusual discovery. After I told Tridi what I heard, she decided to scout the area. We don't want any more surprises."
:Do you think more troops will come?
:"I hope not, but who can say? Could you watch for any of Fildgor's soldiers? A courier, maybe? We don't want word about that mysterious metal reaching the wrong ears."
:If I see anything, I'll take care of it.
:"I knew we could count on you. Just keep your wits about you. The Stormfists possess an unusual amount of cunning for a gang of common thugs."''
Online:Mystery Metal

Quick Walkthrough
# Talk to Jomund Snowmead.
# Locate the ore sample and research notes.
# Report to Jomund.
# Collect more samples of the ore.
# Find Jomund outside the mine.

Detailed Walkthrough
 
Jomund continues this quest directly from the previous. He tells you that the miners found a mysterious ore deep within the mine, but the arrival of the Stormfists interrupted them.
:"Magister Osanne. She searches the deeper chambers. We broke into an ice cave and found an ore we had never seen. It seems to have magical properties. Before we could determine anything else, these thugs arrived."
:Does Magister Osanne know about the mystery metal?
:''"We hid the sample and our research notes, but I think the magister is suspicious. She's looking for something back there. I'd like you to retrieve the research notes and the ore sample."
:I can do that.
:"We were in a rush, so we hid our notes in an urn on the scaffolding in the next chamber. We left an ore sample in there, too. But there's a chance Osanne found it. You could disguise yourself and grab the notes."
:Where would I get one of the Stormfist uniforms?
:"Crates of uniforms are scattered throughout the mine. There's a crate right there. Just be careful. They don't notice you if walk around like you own the place, but Osanne's guards might be more alert than the average Stormfist thug."''

Collect a   from a crate nearby and equip it. The Stormfists you encounter will be non-hostile, with the exception of the Stormfist Sentries, Magister Osanne, and her assistant. Continue on through the mine until you find them, and kill her. Collect the   from a wheelbarrow in the corner near Osanne, and   from an urn on the upper level. Once you're done, return to Jomund, who is now waiting for you behind the door at the southern exit to the room on the upper level.
:"Over here, friend. How did you fare?"
:I recovered the ore sample and the notes.
:''"That's good news. While you were doing that, my miners drove off most of the Orcthane's troops. Milk-drinkers, every last one of them! We'll clean out the stragglers. I have one more favor to ask of you."
:What else do you need?
:"That chamber, the one where we found the mysterious metal … we left some of the ore in there. But the trolls, they seem attracted to the stuff. They won't let us near it. Deal with the trolls and recover the rest of the ore. I'll meet you outside."''

The next room is full of trolls who drop  , but you can also find some out in the open that you can mine. You do not need to kill the trolls. Collect 4 samples of the ore and then leave the mine and return to the miners' lodge.

Jomund will thank you for delivering the ore, and will offer you the next quest in the chain.

  

Quest Stages
Online:Asgi Soft-Loam

Asgi Soft-Loam is a Nord miner who works in the mine at Lost Knife Cave. She is married to Ogmann Soft-Loam. After Labor Dispute is complete, she moves to the Miner's Lodge.
 
  
Dialogue
When spoken to prior to completing the quest she says:
:''"Go away. I don't want them to hurt my husband, Ogmann. If they see us talking, they're liable to kill him."

When spoken to after completing the quest, she says:
:"Thank you for helping us. I don't know what would have happened if you hadn't come by."''
Online:Hama the Stalwart

Hama the Stalwart is a Nord miner working at the Lost Knife Mine.
Online:Osanne's Assistant

'''Osanne's Assistant''' is an Orc member of the Stormfist Clan found inside the Lost Knife Mine.
 

Related Quests
Online:Alchemical Analysis

Quick Walkthrough
# Talk to Jomund Snowmead.
# Talk to Aleeto at Fort Amol.
# Find Aleeto's missing items.
# Return to Aleeto.

Detailed Walkthrough
thumb|right|Give the sample to Aleeto
Jomund continues from the previous quest.
:''"I'm almost sorry we discovered that mysterious metal. I don't know what to do with it, but I don't want King Jorunn's enemies to have it, either. A friend of mine at Fort Amol might be able to tell us more about the metal."
:Do you want me to take the ore to Fort Amol?
:"That would be extremely helpful. The Argonian, Aleeto, is an alchemist. She tinkers with metals and crystals and dabbles in all kinds of magic. She'd be able to identify the metal. You can find her in the Alchemist Shop in Fort Amol."
:I'll take the ore to Aleeto.'''

Go to Fort Amol. You'll find Aleeto in her store, The Uncanny Alembic. She seems intrigued by the metal and asks you to collect a few items for her. First is the  , which is on a bookshelf across the room. It explodes when you pick it up, but no harm is done. After giving her the tincture, she asks you to also retrieve a book she was reading called  . Aleeto left the book on a small island in the  , just north of the fort. Collect the book and return to her.

She excitedly begins experimenting, resulting in a small explosion. She is interested in continuing her research, and rewards you with her gloves and a bit of gold.
  

Quest Stages
Online:Do Kill the Messenger

Quick Walkthrough
# Talk to Nedrek.
# Find and intercept the courier.
# Talk to Tridi.

Detailed Walkthrough
After saving Lost Knife Mine from the Stormfists, you'll meet Nedrek repairing a wagon as you head out of town. He is grateful for the help, but worries that the Stormfists may send in another group to raid once they hear about the ore.
:''"I overheard Magister Osanne say she sent word to the Orcthane about an unusual discovery. After I told Tridi what I heard, she decided to scout the area. We don't want any more surprises."
:Do you think more troops will come?
:"I hope not, but who can say? Could you watch for any of Fildgor's soldiers? A courier, maybe? We don't want word about that mysterious metal reaching the wrong ears."
:If I see anything, I'll take care of it.'''

Follow the road down the mountain, and you'll see a Stormfist camp near the site where you found Kerig's body. The courier, Lobamob gra-Bar, is there with a few other soldiers. Kill them and retrieve the   from the top of a nearby crate.

Once you have it, Tridi will run up from behind you. Give her the letter to destroy, and she will give you your reward.
  

Quest Stages
Online:Trips-Over-Dirt

Trips-Over-Dirt is an Argonian farmer who can be found in Darkwater Crossing. She guards the entrance to the caves under Dragon's Hallow.
 

Dialogue
She is determined to protect her friends.
:"This one is ready now. As mud is my mother, no trolls shall pass."
Online:Cuts-with-Words

Cuts-with-Words is an Argonian farmer who can be found in Darkwater Crossing. He is hiding in the cave with the rest of the survivors after the recent troll attack.
 
  
Dialogue
He applauds the seer, Stormy-Eyes.
:''"Stormy-Eyes, he's special. We owe our lives to him a dozen times over."''
Online:Blue-Bird

Blue-Bird is an Argonian found in the town of Darkwater Crossing.
 

Dialogue
When you enter their hiding place, she is appealing to Stormy-Eyes to help Sister-of-Wind.
:Stormy-Eyes: "Pain   delirious. She falls in and out of consciousness. The troll bite is enflamed and it begins to ooze."
:Blue-Bird: "Please, Stormy. There must be something you can do."

If you speak to her, she tells you how Sister-of-Wind was injured.
:''"Sister-of-Wind was injured when the trolls attacked. She's still unconscious and I'm worried about her. Stormy thinks he can save her, but he needs supplies that were left behind when we fled."''

If return to the cave before turning in Our Poor Town, you'll find her sitting down.
:''"Poor Sister! I've never seen such terrible injuries! Stormy said that everything would be all right. Told me to sit and rest. I hope he can really save her!"

Her dialogue does not change until you return to ask Stormy if he can assist in healing the Skald-King. If Sister-of-Wind survived:
:" "

If Sister-of-Wind died:
:" "''
Online:Shakes-at-Thunder

Shakes-at-Thunder is an Argonian farmer who can be found at Darkwater Crossing. He is hiding in the cave with the rest of the survivors after the recent troll attack.
 
Dialogue
He recalls the attack.
:"We were sleeping. There was a rumble and some shouting. Next thing I know, Pulls there grabs my arm and yells that we have to go. Those trolls. They almost got us."
Online:Laughs-at-Danger

Laughs-at-Danger is an Argonian found in the settlement of Darkwater Crossing. You'll find him in the cave with his fellow Argonians, hiding after the recent troll attack.
 

Related Quests


Dialogue
Before the related quest:
:"Laughs has what you need to slick your crest or spin your tail."

Quest-Related Events
After reading Grida's note, you will need to find Laughs-at-Danger to collect one of the ingredients.
:"What can Laughs do for you? You need something special?"
:Have you seen Grida Meadmoon? She needed some daril.
:"Not so loud! Laughs-at-Danger is an honest Argonian merchant. Daril is very powerful, very dangerous, and very expensive."
:Did Grida make a deal with you?
::''"Maybe yes, maybe no. There's a big demand for daril right now. Nords really want the stuff. But something isn't right. I might stop carrying the stuff."
:What's daril?
::"Daril allows Argonians to see the layers of light and sound behind the world. But smooth-skins?  Small doses may work for smooth-skins, but I don't know. Very dangerous."
:How much for some daril?
::"Daril is very dangerous and very hard to get. Demand is high, so price is high."
 

Regardless of your prior choice, Laughs-at-Danger will dismiss you once you have obtained the Daril.
:"You go away now. Laughs gives you nothing!"''
Online:Shares-with-Many

Shares-with-Many is an Argonian found in Darkwater Crossing. She is hiding in the cave with the rest of the survivors after the recent troll attack.
 
Dialogue
True to her name, she shares what little she has left with the other survivors.
:''"I don't have a lot left, but I split my supplies with the rest of the camp."''
Online:Jorygg Bitterblade

Jorygg Bitterblade is a Nord found at the hotsprings located south of the Ratmaster's Prowl.

 

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Quest-Related Events
If you speak to him before retrieving the bath salts, he'll say:
:"Dralof found this amazing hot spring. It really opens the pores."

After you have the bath salts, he'll say:
:"Did you bring the bath salts? They say they make the water tingle!"

If you give Dralof the slats, the following scene will play:
:Dralof Waterwalker: "Prepare for ultimate relaxation!"
:Jorygg Bitterblade: "What is that stuff, Dralof? It burns!"
:Frera Dagger-Lost: ''"This doesn't feel very relaxing."''
All three are killed.
Online:Frera Dagger-Lost

Frera Dagger-Lost is a Nord bathing at the hot springs near Ratmaster's Prowl.
 

Related Quests


Quest-Related Events
Before retrieving the bath salts, she'll say:
:''"Isn't it nice out here? The water's so warm and bubbly! Take off your armor and soak with us."''

After you have the bath salts, she'll say:
:''"You're still dressed? The hot water can't do its thing if you don't jump in!"

If you give Dralof the salts, the following scene will play:
:Dralof Waterwalker: "Prepare for ultimate relaxation!"
:Jorygg Bitterblade: "What is that stuff, Dralof? It burns!"
:Frera Dagger-Lost: "This doesn't feel very relaxing."
All three are killed.

If you choose not to give the salts, Frera will call you:
:"I heard what you said about Grida. Is it true?"
:Yes. The bath salts are dangerous.
:"Then I'm glad you didn't give in to Dralof. I certainly don't want to turn into a zombie. That would be icky. Here, take this for your time. I really appreciate not getting zombified, if you know what I mean."

If spoken to after the quest:
:"Thanks again. Not getting turned into a zombie is the second best thing to happen to me all day!"''
Online:A Right to Live

Quick Walkthrough
# Talk to Sena Aralor.
# Find Imhey.
# Talk to Valeric.
# Collect five samples of  .
# Talk to Valeric in Valeric's Manor.

Detailed Walkthrough
When you approach Wittestadr, a woman will run up to you. It is Sena Aralor, who says she pushed "her" down to get away from the monsters. They were on their way back to Windhelm when they decided to take a shortcut. The monsters surrounded them, but suddenly more appear. 

The monsters are bloodfiends. You have to kill the two of them that appear, then continue talking to Sena.

She asks you to save her friend, Imhey. She pushed her down near the hot springs in a desperate attempt to get away from the monsters. 

Imhey is southeast of where you found Sena and east of the veteran area Ratmaster's Prowl. However, there is a stranger confronting her. Talk to the stranger, Valeric, first. He says Imhey has been bitten—the Bloodfiends infected her with a "curse" that eventually leads to a craving for blood. He may have a way to cure her, but first he needs to get her out of the sun. He will take her back to his manor, and he needs you to find Bloodfiend Dust to heal her.

You can find Bloodfiend Dust from the bodies of dead Bloodfiends. You need to find five samples of the dust.
A Cure for Vampirism?
Once you have all five, go to Valeric's Manor and talk to Valeric upstairs. He has locked Imhey up in a cage. You can give him the dust and try to cure her, refuse because she seems fine, or if you have the Intimidation Perk, tell him you'll hunt him and his clan down if he's lying. The Intimidation Perk option forces you to choose one of the first two options, however. He promises he only wants to help her and will protect her or teach her how to control her bloodlust. 

Refusing to give her the cure starts The Better of Two Evils. Valeric lets her go. If you choose to give her the cure, Valeric says you made the right choice as she would have been trying to kill everyone within a week. Either way, Valeric believes this is the work of his father and The Better of Two Evils begins. 
  

Quest Stages
Online:The Better of Two Evils

Quick Walkthrough
#Speak to Valeric after the conclusion of the previous quest.
#Exit the manor and listen to Tunus.
#Meet with Majorn the Ancient.
#Decide whether to aid Majorn or Valeric.
#Enter the crypts and defeat Majorn/Valeric.
#Return to the victor for your reward.

Detailed Walkthrough
Family Rivalry
After helping Valeric with the previous quest, he will explain that his father is responsible for the bloodfiends prowling around Wittestadr. He asks that you help put an end to his father's plans to raise an undead army. You will need to talk to Jaruk, who has a plan to save some hunters who will otherwise become unwilling thralls of Valeric's father. After exiting the manor, you will be confronted by Tunus with a summons from Majorn the Ancient. If you decide to ignore the summons, proceed straight to the camp.

Enter Majorn's manor and speak with the elder vampire. He will attempt to convince you that his bloodfiends are the lesser of two evils, and claims that Valeric's coven is a danger to all of Eastmarch due to their refusal to feed on anything but animal blood. You must make you decision to side with Majorn or stay true to Valeric.
thumb|right|Majorn as a gargoyle
Valeric's Side
If you side with Valeric, Majorn will angrily dismiss you, and you need to head to the hunter's camp to continue with Jaruk's original plan. Defeat five of the hunters and splash them with the putrid liquid. Return to the other manor and speak with Valeric, who will announce that the time has come to deal with his father permanently. Head back to Majorn's manor and speak with Rala once inside. Majorn's warning rings true when she struggles to contain her thirst for blood at the sight of Tunus' dead body, although if you have the Persuasive Will ability you will be able to snap her out of it. Enter the crypts below the manor and fight your way through the vampires until you reach Majorn himself. Midway through the fight, he will transform into a gargoyle. After you've defeated him, return to the surface and speak with Valeric for your reward.

Majorn's Side
If you side with Majorn, he gives you a rune to make a bloodfiend your minion. He tasks you and the bloodfiend with killing six hunters in a camp south of Wittestadr, as they would otherwise be helping Valeric. After killing the hunters you are to return to Majorn, who then wants you to head underground into the crypts and kill Valeric. The entrance to the crypt can be found in a room off to the left of the main room. Majorn also gives the Life Stealer ability, which has a 10% chance to heal you for 20% max health on hit in Wittestadr. Enter the crypts below the manor and fight your way through the vampires until you reach Valeric himself. After you've defeated him, return to the surface and speak with Majorn for your reward.

Notes
The area where you kill either Valeric or Majorn is actually the same room, but Majorn will be seated in the center chair, alone, compared to Valeric who is standing with two other NPCs.
 

Quest Stages