Online:The Hound's Men

Quick Walkthrough
# Talk to Treethane Nilara.
# Search for Haron and his group.
# Investigate the Houndsmen's camp.
# Search for Lanwaen.
# Return to the village.

Detailed Walkthrough
You can start this quest through one of three characters: Henilien is along the road leading east from the village, Rondor is guarding the road outside Deepwoods heading towards Velyn Harbor, and Thamenarth is located at the crossroads between Deepwoods and the Dra'bul Wayshrine. All of them will tell you the roads have been empty lately, and that many Bosmer come to Deepwoods to pray at the shrine of the Green Lady in the center of town. Travelers have been scarce since werewolves kidnapped the Green Lady's sister, Lanwaen. You'll be instructed to speak with Treethane Nilara, who is currently praying at the Green Lady's shrine.

Speak to the treethane. She's elated when you tell her you'd like to assist. Lanwaen disappeared after she went out hunting, and hasn't been seen for a few days. Lanwaen's husband headed out with two other Mer: Oraneth and Ungiras. Houndsmen and werewolves have been seen in the area in increasingly alarming numbers. You'll have the opportunity to ask about where you should start your search:
:''"Lanwaen usually hunts near the southern falls. That's where Haron said they'd start the search.
:If she encountered a foe, she might have loosed her entire quiver defending herself. I'd keep an eye out for arrows and follow any signs of struggle."
:I'll catch up with the others.
:"Thank you. It would be a shame if we were to lose two of the Green Lady's relatives to the Houndsmen in one shot.
:''Y'ffre guide you in your search."''

You need to head southeast of the village to a spot located on the southern shore of the lake, southwest of Matthild's Last Venture. Here, you'll find a backpack at an abandoned campsite near the base of a waterfall. Inspect the backpack: 
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There was a struggle here, but it seems the Bosmer involved got away. Footprints have been left behind by both werewolves and Mer. Next, you'll want to follow the footprints northwest to the opposite shore and head up the path. You'll find the corpse of Ungiras, a member of the search party mentioned by the treethane, at the top of the hill. Examine the corpse.
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Ungiras and his associates were taken by surprise. He was evidently killed by werewolves. Continue heading west along the path. You'll come across two werewolf corpses riddled with arrows and a hiding Oraneth. Speak to her.
:''"Shh! They'll hear you!"
:Are you all right?
:"I … I think so. The werewolves attacked as we followed this trail. One of the beasts knocked my blade out of my hand and nearly took my head off before I fled.
:I hope Haron got away."
:Which way did Haron go?
::"He ran further up the trail. When the werewolves attacked, they ripped Ungiras to shreds. He … he died screaming at us to run. Haron is an able fighter, like Lanwaen. He must be alive."
:Did you find Lanwaen?
::"We found her backpack and a few personal items at the falls, but nothing more. And then, the werewolves ambushed us along the trail."
::Where does the trail lead?
::"It connects to an old path leading to Hircine's shrine, but I haven't been that way in ages. It makes sense the Houndsmen might set up camp there.
::I saw a few more arrows and corpses along the path, so maybe Lanwaen held her own."
::'''Head back to the village. I'll try to find Haron.
::"Good luck. May Y'ffre guide you."''

Oraneth heads back to the village, leaving you to search for Haron. Your next destination is a straight shot south from Oraneth's location. You may have to contend with at least three werewolves on the way to Haron's supposed location. You'll find Haron alive at a clearing at the top of the hill, inspecting two arrow-ridden Bosmer corpses near a dead werewolf. Speak with him:
:''"Come no closer until you've stated your business."
:I came to search for Lanwaen.
:"Ah, good. Werewolves attacked us. I wounded a few of the beasts and got away, but not before they tore into Ungiras. I'd hoped these Houndsmen might hold clues, but nothing.
:Have you seen Oraneth? Is she safe?"
:She's alive. I sent her back to the village.
:"Praise Y'ffre!
:I told her this search might prove dangerous, but she wouldn't hear me. She and Lanwaen are cousins, and blood runs deep."
:Are you hurt? Looks like this was quite a fight.
:"No. These shafts are Lanwaen's handiwork. Only she and the Green Lady could weave such sweet death with a bow.
:I've seen too many of her arrows. She might have used the last on these three fools."
:How will we find her?
:"The Houndsmen have come and gone from the campsite near the old shrine to Hircine.
:If you'll search the camp, I'll do my best to track the patrols. One or the other will lead us to Lanwaen."
:I'll search the camp. Meet back here?
:"There's a small alcove nearby. An old hermit's den. I'll wait for you there.
:Baan Dar be with you, friend."''

Eliminate Cirithor and rescue Lanwaen|thumb|right
Haron informs you that the Houndsmen are camped out near the shrine to Hircine located just east of your location, then runs off north down the hill. Head into the camp and search for Lanwaen. Head into the camp and turn right at the first pair of tents on your right. You should be heading south on this right turn. You'll find   in the middle of the dirt road behind the tents:
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Head up the trail east from the bow, and you'll come across Hircine's shrine.   is scribbled on a parchment sitting at the base of the shrine. Read it, then talk to Haron at the alcove west of the Houndsmen's camp.
:"The patrols led me in circles. It was a complete waste of time. Have you found anything?"
:'''I found Lanwaen's bow and this note. Cirithor's hiding her in a cave.
:"This bow goes everywhere with Lanwaen! She wouldn't give it up willingly. It was an engagement gift from her father.
:There's only one cave nearby which might serve to hide her. It's not far."
:How should we proceed?
:"Cirithor must die for what he's done. To kidnap the Green Lady's sister, my wife! The fool condemned himself by his actions.
:Let's go to the cave and end this!"
:I'm with you.
:"Good. I hope Lanwaen is unharmed."''

Cirithor is holed up in nearby Starwalk Cavern, located a paltry stroll west from your location. Take Haron into the werewolf-infested cave. When confronted with a fork in the road, take the southwestern path. You'll find Cirithor in a large chamber with a werewolf, and Lanwaen tied up in the back. Kill Cirithor and speak to Haron. Lanwaen is able to walk; you'll need to lead her and Haron northeast, back to Deepwoods. Once you return to the village, talk to Lanwaen. Then, head south to enter Treethane Nilara's House and speak to the treethane, who rewards you for saving Lanwaen.
 

Bugs
Some people may experience a bug where Lanwaen does not return to Deepwoods after rescuing her. Relog to fix this.

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