Blades:Guthrum of the Isles

Guthrum of the Isles is a Nord priest of the Eight Divines who can be found wandering the streets of the Town.
 

Related Quests
Main Quest


Bloodfall Queen


Dialogue
:"I offer you the wisdom of the Eight. Feel free to ask any question."

::What isles does your name refer to?
::''"Just some small islands off the coast of  , near  . You wouldn't know about them. I came here some time ago. The townsfolk welcomed me as one of their own, so I decided to make this my home."

::What's it like being a priest of the Divines?
::"It is a simple life, one devoid of earthly pleasures, but also one that delights the soul and soothes the heart. I am fortunate in that I've always lived a frugal existence. Nothing pleases me more than to devote myself to others."

::What do you think about the people here?
::"They are good people: the salt of the earth. They do tend to cling to their material possessions a bit too much, though. I wouldn't say they're misers, but there's a reason the Bloodfall Queen had to use force to collect taxes. They should worry more about their souls than their purses."

:I'm fine, goodbye.
:"Fare thee well, traveler."
Quest-Related Events
The Lair of the Sorcerer-King
:"I hear you are asking about Undead sightings."

:Do you know anything about it?
:"Death is the natural order of things. Those who choose undeath are placing themselves outside of the Divines' light.  , Lord of the Wheel of Life, stands against these abominations. Perhaps if you pray to him you'll find what you seek."

::Wasn't it the Nine?
::"The worship of   is now forbidden, leaving only the Eight true gods. But I do not judge those who still *privately* count him as one of the Nine."

:I'm fine, goodbye.
:"May the light of the Eight guide your way."
A Treacherous Quarry
When rescued:
:"Thank the Divines! I was afraid you were another wight. I thought I heard screams coming from here, and so I ventured north to help, but alas, it was a trap!"
:You can stop now, Guthrum. I know.
:"What do you mean, you know? What do you know?"
:I know you're a Greencap spy!
:"Wait, you don't understand, they gave me no choice! They threatened to kill me!"
:You were willing, and well-paid.
:"No, I…I mean…ah, damn it! I should have just stolen a boat and sailed away. What are you going to do with me?"
:Depends on how you answer my questions.
:"What do you want to know?"

:When did you become a Greencap spy?
::"About six months ago. Their leader approached me to offer me a deal. They wanted me to spy on the townsfolk so they could set up ambushes. No one would suspect the priest, right?"

:What about all your lofty ideals?
::"I was tired of watching everyone else have all the fine things in life…the money he offered for just a little information… I convinced myself that I deserved it… I didn't think it would go this far…"

:Where is the bandit leader hiding?
::"I can't tell you that! He'll kill me!"
:::I'll kill you right now if you don't.
::::"You don't understand. It's not just the Greencaps… What does it matter, I'm a dead man either way…"
:::::I'm listening.
:::::"Ah, to Oblivion with it! His name is Talam Sethran. You'll find him in Grimstone Cave with his most trusted fighters."

He can then be either killed or spared:
:Why should I let you live?
:"I told you all you wanted to know!"

:All right, get out of my sight.
::"Thank you! You won't regret this. I swear you'll never see my face again!"

:Sorry, not good enough.
::"Curse you, you miserable fool! Die!"

If he is spared:
:"Good luck, Warrior. You'll need it!"
Notes
A Nord named Guthrum previously appeared in Skyrim'' and coincidentally wears the exact same clothing asset.