Anvil ( Online ) Anvil is a port city on the coast of the Abecean Sea , in the region of Gold Coast in Cyrodiil . It is the last stop of the Gold Road that connects the city , its neighboring city Kvatch , and finally the Imperial City . History . Reign of Leovic . Under the reign of Longhouse Emperor Leovic the city was a well protected , civilized and sophisticated Imperial metropolis . Anvil was the seat of Imperial Prefect and Count of Anvil Ephrem Benirus as well as the home port of the Imperial Navy . Due to the pleasant climate Anvil was an incredibly popular vacation spot among commoners , nobles and even the Emperor Leovic himself . Thanks to the Gold Road and safety of the Abecean Sea enforced by the Navy , Anvil was a center of commerce offering luxury , spawning many taverns and hostels , and attracting entertainers . Varen ' s Rebellion . During early stages of Varen ' s Rebellion the Varen ' s Wall was built . Varen Aquilarios was popular among the commoners of the region , who helped to build the wall voluntarily . The purpose of the wall was to protect the Gold Coast against the possible retaliation by the Emperor Leovic . The wall , however , also separated the Gold Coast from the Colovian Highlands and ultimately from the rest of the Empire , diminishing trade and decreasing the stream of travelers . As a result , businesses suffered and many goods that were once common became unavailable . After Varen Aquilarious led the Second Legion out of the Gold Cost to take his rebellion into the heart of the Empire , Count Ephrem Benirus lead four attacks on the city of Kvatch in hopes to seize Varen ' s property . These attacks , however , were successfully repelled by Varen ' s nephew Carolus and the Kvatch Warders . Each attempted attack significantly reduced the number of available forces stationed in Anvil . Once present Imperial Navy was sent away to deal with the rebellions in the north and east . These events combined rendered the city of Anvil nearly defenseless . Quests . Dark Brotherhood quests . Voices in the Dark . Word around town is that the legendary guild of assassins the Dark Brotherhood is looking for new recruits in the area . Amelie Crowe is convinced that murder of an innocent is bound to attract their attention . Signed in Blood . The Dark Brotherhood has taken notice of the murders in Anvil . After going to the arranged meeting spot , contact has been made . To prove your obedience to the Brotherhood , a contract has been given to murder an Imperial noble Lord Quintus Jarol in his Jarol Estate nearby the town . Side quests . A Profitable Venture . Dockmaster Qamar , a member of the Red Sails , has been mistreating the sailors coming into the harbor . Outrageous taxes and chaotic , unreasonable inspections are not uncommon . Help Captain Jimila of the Prowler to bring some justice to the Dockmaster . Honest Work . A family of Dunmer explorers Kireth Vanos and Raynor Vanos have sailed to Anvil by accident . Out of funds for further travel and not accepting charity money , they are eager to find a local job , to save up themselves . Locations . Landmarks . Anvil Castle . Anvil Castle is a palace located south of the Anvil , near the eastern end of the harbor . It is built on top of a small island and is accessible by a bridge . The palace was once a defensive fortress , but has been since rebuilt as a luxurious palace . Anvil Castle is split into several halls . The audience hall is open to the public . West , east and central halls are closed and only members of the Red Sails , servants and inhabitants are allowed there . Entering the restricted halls will be considered trespassing , and in case of detection a Red Sails Protector will be summoned . The governor ' s suite can be found at the end of the central halls , and can be accessed by picking a simple lock . The castle has a large balcony connected to the governor ' s suite . At the southern side of the castle an entrance to a cave system can be found . It leads directly into the restricted parts of the castle . A secret passage from the governors suite leads into these caves as well . It has been used by Governor Fortunata ap Dugal herself to sneak out of the castle . In an effort to prevent someone from sneaking in , River Troll s were made to inhabit it . The castle was once home to the Imperial Prefect and Count of Anvil , Count Ephrem Benirus . He was a loyal subject of Emperor Leovic and had the Emperor over for visits frequently during summers . Anvil Lighthouse . Anvil Lighthouse is situated on a small peninsula southwest of the town , south from the Anvil Wayshrine . Ground level of the lighthouse and a Skeever - infested cellar have been left unlocked . The lighthouse is surrounded by dark rumors . Some vague evidence that the previous family of residents have been murdered by the Dark Brotherhood can be found . Keeper of the lighthouse refused to play along the local mob to sink ships coming into harbor , setting himself up as a target for a contract . Gold Coast Trading Company . Local headquarters of the Gold Coast Trading Company is located at the western part of a city , overlooking the residential square . Much like other guilds the headquarters are located in a relatively large manor house . Gold Coast Trading Company was once a very influential guild of merchants . It has several operations in the Gold Coast and elsewhere . It played a large role in the Red Sails invasion , as the current Governor Fortunata ap Dugal was once a member of the merchant faction . Under her rule , however , company has lost some of its influence . Great Chapel of Dibella . Great Chapel of Dibella is a massive chapel dedicated to the divine Dibella located at the eastern part of the city , just by the southeastern gate . The Chapel is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Anvil . Local worship of the goddess has changed over time and has now become far more reserved than elsewhere in Tamriel , to some visitors and resident disappointment . Half - naked priests can still be seen dancing inside the chapel . Guild locations . Fighers Guild . Local branch of the Fighters Guild is located in a large manor house in the center of the city , south of the northern gates of Anvil . It is managed by the hall steward Shabeh af - Naifa . Armsman Bahara is offering her services here . Mages Guild . Local branch of the Mages Guild is located in a large manor house in the center of the city , south of the northern gates of Anvil . It is managed by the magister Remelie Cine . Mystic Galotha Falas , magus Vacia Sidonia , enchanter Jodis Windbite and alchemist Plays - In - Puddles can be found offering their services here . An old acquaintance Gabrielle Benele can be met here . Facilities . Special . Bounty Board . Anvil ' s Bounty Board can be used to take daily , repeatable quests related to the Gold Coast locations . As a reward the player receives .