Wares of Tamriel/Atla Ka-Ilaqu

Atla Ka-Ilaqu is an Argonian pawnbroker who works on the Dawn's Venture, the ship anchored northeast of the Quicksilver Mine. A native of Black Marsh, she speaks a mixture of tamrielic with jel, which creates moments when her ship's partners don't understand her. For her experience in mercenary work in Hammerfell, she offers her knowledge to Cardana Pallo to avoid fraudulent goods. If your character is an Argonian, She will express happiness and try an introduction in jel.
She starts her routine early, waking up at 6 am, to work on the Dawn's Venture deck until 8 pm, when she comes down to dinner for two hours. At 10 pm she goes to bed to sleep.
She is in clad with Hammerfell garb and a pair of Redguard boots. She carries Saxhleel tools like chisel, saw and drill, a Saxhleel knife for protection, the key to the ship's cabin and a common sort of gold, foods and drinks.
While on her usual schedule, she may express concern about the ship integrity: "This ship could use some repairs..."; the discomfort with Dawnstar climate: "I hope we go somewhere warmer next" and the disgust with the nord cuisine: " ..." If the player knock objects while she is near, the player will hear some scold comments like "Are you as dull as a  ?, "  or ''"Don't let Garon see you doing that". 
 

Dialogue
If the character is Argonian, Atla will make an introduction in her native language.
:Atla Ka-Ilaqu: " " 

The player can respond in three different ways, all representing some degree of knowledge in the jel language. Each prompt a different answer from her.

:Tein antuko. Eix teisi kichokang. 
Atla Ka-Ilaqu: " ! So  , what can Atla-Ka-Ilaqu do for you?" 

:Truko, my Jel is a bit rusty. 
Atla Ka-Ilaqu: "I see. No worries, it is still good to see another of The Root so far from home. I am Xin-Fa-Atla-Ka-Ilaqu, what can I do for you?"

:Sorry. I don't know our tongue. 
Atla Ka-Ilaqu: "Ah. A shame, but not a tragedy. What can Atla-Ka-Ilaqu help you with?" 
 
If the character is not Argonian, she will have different greetings:
:" , what can Atla-Ka-Ilaqu help you with?" 
:"Good to see you again, Thilpui. What can Atla-Ka-Ilaqu help you with?" 
:"What does the dry one need? Cardana-Geh is the merchant here, not me".
:"Did you need something from me?"
:"Don't bother trying to sell Cardana-Geh fake goods, I'll know before the septims even reach your pockets". 
 
Exiting dialogue will present these goodbyes:
:" " 
:"Send some septims Cardana-Geh's way for me". 
:"Stay safe thtaleel". 
:"Stay safe thilpui". 
 
The player can express wonder for her name and what it means, to which she answers: "Hmph, not many ask about my name. It means Wandering-But-Found, and it is the third name I have carried.". If asked about the need to name changes she will claim "Had to?  , I have to do nothing. My name has changed because I change, as all things do". When the player expresses that not every change is a good thing, She will state "Change is the only thing that is, whether or not it is good or bad is irrelevant. One day we will all reside in the ever changing chaos of Siht, and we will know peace". Asking about her other names will be met by an abrupt "They are dead names, and I will not share them. Some things must die, if new things are to grow.  ". 
The player can ask if Black Marsh is her homeland, to which she confirm: " , I am. Although I have not lived there for many seasons, it will always be my home. I follow the path of the Wisperill, and I will wander until the Hist call me back". Questioning about what Path of Wisperill is, she will explain that " , the Wisperill is one of the Thirteen. The Wisperill's path is one of vagabonds and wanderers. Atlrir is the name many take". If questioned about what is Thirteen is all about, she will explain: "The memories of the root! The first of our people. Oftentimes, they are reborn into another Saxhleel when our people need their guidance most". 
When asked about how long have her been away from home, she will get into details: "Roughly forty seasons, or ten years for the Thtaleel. I lived in Hammerfell for quite a while as a mercenary. That's where I learned the art of sniffing out fraudulent goods. Travelling with those Alik'r merchants will teach you a thing or two about trade". Expressing sorry will be met by a snarky response: "Sorry? (chuckle) I can tell you were raised away from the  ! There is no shame in walking this path, I will find my peace out here. Same as the Paatru will find their peace sitting in those ancient temples". Should the player suggest that this path may be lonely, she will be surprised and claim "  Do I seem lonely to you? I travel with fine company, and see the beauty of the world. And through this most difficult of paths, I strive to obtain self-abolition. So that when I die my soul may travel down the root for the last time".

If the player tries to pickpocket her while she sees them, she may comment "Do you think I am blind?", "Keep your hands away before I take them from you!" or "You filthy  !" 
Stealing something will be met by anger remarks like " ! Put that back!", "I saw that,  !" or "You'd better drop that now!". 
Trespassing will be met with threats such as "You walk a risky path. I'd advise you leave if you do not wish violence" or "Nothing good awaits those who linger where they are not wanted. Heed these words". 
In case of getting into combat, she will taunt things like "Tein dhok!" or "I'll tear you to pieces!".

Rumors
You can infer that Atla Ka-Ilaqu must have heard a lot of rumors about other provinces of Tamriel in her travels. She confirms answering " ? I have seen much and heard even more. Is there a particular place you wish to gain more knowledge of?
She has a number of possible rumors for Cyrodiil, Iliac Bay, Morrowind and her birthplace, Black Marsh.


 

Conversation
Atla Ka-Ilaqu has some interactions with her partners onboard and can be seen by the player.

:Atla Ka-Ilaqu: "Cardana-Geh, did you purchase this relic from one of those Nord barrows?" 
:Cardana Pallo: "Yes! A fantastic buy, wouldn't you say? I'm hoping to fetch a fine price for it when we stop in Daggerfall." 
:Atla Ka-Ilaqu: " ! Please Cardana-Geh, bring these things to my attention before you buy! This piece is no more than a few years old! Look at the carvings here, it's all wrong!" 
:Cardana Pallo: "Damn it! Are you sure?" 
:Atla Ka-Ilaqu: " . Without a doubt. Please, it's my job to stop these unfortunate occurrences. Consult me first." 
:Cardana Pallo: "I will. Well... it makes a nice chamberpot at least?" 
:Atla K-Ilaqu: "(sigh)" 


:Olmstead Reyn: "What is it, again? Antuku tei thlateel?" 
:Atla Ka-Ilaqu: ""Thtaleeln antuko," is what I say to dry-skin strangers. You are thtaleel, non-Argonian. To me, you may say "Tein antuko," it is enough. 
:Olmstead Reyn: "Antuko tei, then." 
:Atla Ka-Ilaqu: "(sigh)"

Notes
Atla is voiced by Sirena Fa Culto