Erikur

Erikur is a Nord warrior residing at his house in Solitude. He serves as Thane to Elisif the Fair, the Jarl of Solitude. Melaran, a mage who specializes in Alteration, serves as his housecarl.
==Background==
He is typically found in the Blue Palace or his house, located in the city. He says he has "a stake in almost anything important in Solitude." The "Protected" Shadowmark can be seen on his doorframe.
==Relationships==
During "Diplomatic Immunity," Erikur expresses affection for the Bosmeri waitress, Brelas, and stares at her throughout the party. If Brelas is spoken to, she comments on the fact. Erikur can be used as a distraction during the party, if the Dragonborn promises to have Brelas "meet" with him in his quarters later. Whether or not the Dragonborn does this, Erikur provides the distraction.
Gisli is his resentful sister, who lives with him at their house. She runs errands for him and frequently insults him because of his rude personality. Erikur also has a rivalry with Bryling.
==Interactions==
===Diplomatic Immunity===
Erikur appears at the Thalmor Embassy during the party, and can be used as a distraction.
===The Dainty Sload===
Erikur is the client for this Thieves Guild quest. After being cheated by the captain of the Dainty Sload, Erikur contracts the Thieves Guild to frame him for possession of the illegal drug Balmora Blue.
Killing him prior to the quest will render it impossible to complete. By extension, the achievement "One with The Shadows" cannot be collected with him dead.
===Other interactions===
Killing Erikur causes hired thugs to come to a city that the Dragonborn is in shortly after, and the thugs drop a Contract. The letter tells the Dragonborn that his sister, Gisli, paid the thugs. Entering Solitude after this opens special dialogue with Gisli. In some cases, the Dragonborn may receive a letter from Gisli saying, "We both know you killed him. Thank you for killing him, he will not be missed."
Killing him may also cause his housecarl Melaran to send a letter of thanks to the Dragonborn.
After killing Bryling, Erikur sends the Dragonborn a letter, saying "Thank you for killing her, she will not be missed." If you were to kill Irnskar Ironhand, Erikur will also send a thank you letter saying "I know you killed him. Don't worry, I won't tell anyone. In fact, I wanted to thank you. He will not be missed."
==Dialogue==
;Introduction
:What's your place in the court? "I'm a Thane. In the future, you may want to gain that information before talking with someone. Risk of looking like an idiot, and all that."
:Do all the Thanes support Elisif?
:*"Oh, most certainly. At least, when Elisif herself asks. If you're inquiring whether we have concerns about her age and inexperience, well, let me put it this way... The Thanes have every confidence in General Tullius's leadership."
:*
;Diplomatic Immunity
"The Great War is long past. It's time the Empire and the Aldmeri Dominion put aside their differences. Prosperity is good for everyone."
:What brings you to this party? "You must be new to Skyrim, or you'd already know who I am. I have a stake in most anything of importance in Solitude. I feel that it's time to put aside the grievances of the past, and let peace and prosperity flourish between the Empire and the Aldmeri Dominion. I try to do my little part. Besides, just between you and me, it's making me pots of money, hahaha."
:You sound like quite the businessman. "Not every Nord is obsessed with strength, honor and skill at arms. A rare few are born with a gift for making money. My investments are my strength and my wealth is my weapon. As for honor, well, there are some luxuries even I can't afford."
:I saw you eyeing that serving girl. "Mmm, yes... Brelas, is that the one? I hope you're not thinking of cutting me out, are you? Haha. I'm warning you, when I get my heart set on something I'm not easily put off."
::Don't worry. She's all yours. "Ha. We'll see. I do have my eye on her, but she seemed a bit cold when I spoke to her earlier. Maybe just playing hard to get, eh?"
::Maybe I can talk to her for you. See if she's interested. "Really? Yes, maybe that would be just the thing. She seemed to be playing hard to get when I spoke to her earlier. Go on. See what she says. Now you've gone and gotten my hopes up again."
If approached again:
"Have you talked to Brelas yet? I'm not a patient man, you know."
:Not yet. These things can't be rushed. "Ha. Don't toy with me. I may just have to seize my opportunity with both hands, ha ha ha. But we'll play it your way for now."
:Yes. She said she can sneak you up to her quarters right now. "Haha. I knew it! No woman yet born has been able to resist my charms for long. Thank you, my friend. I owe you one."
:Yes. She wants you to leave her alone. "What? That little tease! Leading me on and turning cold at the last minute. I don't think so."
;The Dainty Sload
"The Imperials are good for business, and business is good for Skyrim."
:Delvin Mallory said you have work for me. "It's about time you got here. I'm not accustomed to dealing with people who are unreliable. That's why I asked Delvin to send me his best."
::That's why he sent me. "Hmph. That remains to be seen."
::Let's just get to work. "That's more like it."
::"Nothing raises my ire more than having an agreement broken. It's bad for business and it wastes time. Captain Volf of the Dainty Sload has decided to test my patience on this matter by neglecting to honor a trade agreement we had established."
:::I assume this is where I enter the picture. "I need you to help me show him the error of his ways by sneaking on board the Sload and planting some contraband."
::::What sort of contraband? "You'll need to get your hands on some Balmora Blue from Sabine Nytte down by the docks. She's the first mate on another ship, the Red Wave. Once you get your hands on it, I want you to plant it in Captain Volf's footlocker. I'll take care of the rest."
:::::Consider it done. "Captain Volf is ashore right now and I want the authorities waiting for him when he gets back. Now get going... I don't want to see your face until the job's done."
::::::What exactly is Balmora Blue? "Not sure. I know that it starts with Moon Sugar, but all sorts of other ingredients are added to increase its potency. Used to be a lucrative commodity when Balmora was still standing. Now the stuff is beyond valuable. It's also very illegal. Anyone caught with Balmora Blue looks forward to rotting in jail for a very long time."
::::::You have any information on the Red Wave? "There's pirates and then there's the crew of the Red Wave. They're in a class by themselves. They usually make runs along the coast shippinh all sorts of contraband to and from Morrowind. Rumor has it they can get you anything for the right price."
"I must return to the court. They simply can't make do without me."
After planting the Balmora Blue:
I've planted the contraband on the Dainty Sload. "Yes, I know. In fact, by now, Captain Volf should be on his way to the prisons. Our contract is complete. Here's a token of my gratitude for your efforts. Oh, convey my compliments to Delvin for me. Tell him I'll be happy to reopen whatever doors he needs in Solitude."
;After "Boethiah's Bidding"
The following dialogue is unavailable, as the quest "Boethiah's Bidding" never occurs in-game.
Are you doing well, serving as Jarl? "Ahhh. Quite fine my friend. Quite fine. So sad what happened to young Elisif. Tragic really. Such a young and pretty girl. Was in over her head, I'm afraid. But we should be done with murders in the Blue Palace. I've stepped up security around here."
The script notes for each piece of Erikur's dialogue are:
*"(slyly happy) sharing an in joke/secret involving murder."
*"(slyly feigning sadness) sharing an in joke/secret involving murder"
*"feigning sadness, cracking a smile."
*"(slyly happy) sharing an in joke/secret involving murder"
I'm having some difficulties with the guards. Can you take care of that? "Hmm... Yes, I've heard about all that fuss. I myself know it's all a terrible, terrible misunderstanding. I'm quite sure you're innocent in all this. This one time only, I'll grant you special immunity for any past transgressions, real or perceived. But going forward, I'm sure you realize that your fate is in your own hands. And the law can not be bent for personal friendships."
The script notes for each piece of Erikur's dialogue are:
*"slyly offering to return a political favor"
*"slyly repaying a murderer for helping installing him into government"
*"subtle hint this is a one time bailout"
==Conversations==
;Brelas
Erikur: "There's a likely-looking filly. Even if she is an elf. You there! Serving girl! What's your name, dear?"
Brelas: "Uh, Brelas, sir. Did you need a drink? Something to eat?"
Erikur: "No, no, that's not what I'm interested in right now. I just wanted to get a better look at you. I like what I see, my dear. And believe me, I don't say that to everyone. I'm very discriminating when it comes to the female form."
Brelas: "Um, thank you. Sir. Was there anything else I can do for you?"
Erikur: "Oh... not at the moment. Maybe later. Don't go far."
Brelas: "Yes, sir."
;Brelas, advances
Erikur: "Hello, my dear. I got your message. Where shall we go?"
Brelas: "What? I'm sorry, sir, but you must have misunderstood. I'm not permitted to leave the party."
Erikur: "Oh, I don't think so. I think I understand perfectly. Don't worry, my dear, I will make any necessary excuses to your employer."
Brelas: "No, I'm sorry, but I can't go anywhere with you. I won't. Please, I must get back to my duties."
Erikur: "Don't you dare walk away from me, you slut! Do you know who I am?"
Brelas: "Please, sir, leave me alone!"
Erikur: "Now you're going to be sorry you crossed me. Elenwen! This servant girl has been throwing herself at me in a most disgusting manner."
Elenwen: "Is that so, Erikur? And you with such delicate sensibilities. It must have been most upsetting."
Erikur: "I demand that you have this wench removed from my presence at once!"
Elenwen: "Well. Whatever the truth of it, I'm sure a few word with Master Rulindil will have a salutary effect. Take her downstairs."
Thalmor Soldier: "Yes, Madame Ambassador."
Brelas: "No! Mistress Elenwen, it's not true! I did nothing! Sir, you must tell her! You don't know what they'll do to me! Please!"
Erikur: "Well, I'm glad that little unpleasantness is over."
;Brelas, refusal
Erikur: "So. You think you can toy with me, is that it? No, my dear. I have my heart set on you, and I always get what I want."
Brelas: "I'm sorry, sir. I didn't mean to give you the wrong impression earlier. I meant no disrespect."
Erikur: "Oh, don't worry. I'll let you make it up to me. Now, where can we go for a little privacy, hmm?"
Brelas: "No, I'm sorry, but I can't go anywhere with you. I won't. Please, I must get back to my duties."
Erikur: "Don't you dare walk away from me, you slut! Do you know who I am?"
Brelas: "Please, sir, leave me alone!"
Erikur: "Now you're going to be sorry you crossed me. Elenwen! This servant girl has been throwing herself at me in a most disgusting manner."
Elenwen: "Is that so, Erikur? And you with such delicate sensibilities. It must have been most upsetting."
Erikur: "I demand that you have this wench removed from my presence at once!"
Elenwen: "Well. Whatever the truth of it, I'm sure a few word with Master Rulindil will have a salutary effect. Take her downstairs."
Thalmor Soldier: "Yes, Madame Ambassador."
Brelas: "No! Mistress Elenwen, it's not true! I did nothing! Sir, you must tell her! You don't know what they'll do to me! Please!"
Erikur: "Well, I'm glad that little unpleasantness is over."
;Elisif the Fair & Bryling
Elisif: "As you know, Solitude's coffers are much depleted by the war efforts. Thane Erikur, you have a strong head for business. What do you suggest?"
Erikur: "This is an unfortunate but unavoidable ebb in revenue. But as long as we continue to support the Empire, our sacrifices will be well rewarded."
Bryling: "Listen to you, speaking of sacrifice. You've never gone hungry a day in your life, Erikur!"
Elisif: "And what would my impetuous Thane Bryling suggest, instead?"
Bryling: "Simple. Let the Empire fight its own war, with its own funds, and without hijacking our supplies and soldiers. Let Haafingar rebuild."
Erikur: "My lady... Surely you're not that naïve. Such foolishness would only leave us defenseless. The rebels would storm the palace in an afternoon."
Bryling: "The Stormcloaks only rebel because the Empire uses Skyrim as its personal larder. The more they take, the more support the rebels gain!"
Elisif: "That is quite enough. Perhaps I will raise these issues when I have an audience with General Tullius."
Elisif: "Thane Bryling, what do you have to report about the state of Haafingar's defenses?"
Bryling: "The news is the same as it's been for the rest of the war, your grace. Our borders are secure, but at the cost of the guards for our towns and roads."
Erikur: "I don't see any reason why we'd need them. As long as those dogs stay outside of our borders, we're fine."
Bryling: "The Stormcloaks are far from the only threat to the hold. The roads are beset by bandits and beasts... and now there's even talk of bloody dragons."
Erikur: "My dear Bryling. Barring any... fancy and folly... the good people of Haafingar are surely capable of dealing with the odd highwayman or stray dog."
Bryling: "Trouble on the roads and cities means less commerce. Less commerce means less money and more starving people. And that means more crime."
Erikur: "Humph. That's only a problem for people who can't afford to hire their own security."
Elisif: "That may well be our only answer. I will empower my Steward to seek out capable individuals to secure Haafingar. Thank you, my Thanes."
;Elisif the Fair & Falk Firebeard
Elisif: "Steward Falk, I have a task for you. I want to begin stockpiling food and water in the event we come under siege, and I would like you to oversee this work personally."
Falk: "A wise course of action, my Jarl. However, we have little food or water to spare."
Erikur: "General Tullius will never allow that. He's ordered all surplus food to be given over for the war effort."
Falk: "General Tullius does not run this city, Thane Erikur. Or have you forgotten your oaths of fealty?"
Erikur: "My apologies, Jarl Elisif. I was thinking only of the importance of the war effort."
Elisif: "There's no need for an apology, and you're right about the war. Perhaps this is a matter best discussed with the general in person."
Falk: "I will make the arrangements, my Jarl."
;Falk Firebeard
Erikur: "I've heard the Empire plans to levy a tax on our trading ships. Falk, you've got to do something about this."
Falk: "General Tullius needs more money for the war effort. We need the funds to arm and provision more troops."
Erikur: "Then let's increase the taxes on the farms and merchants. We can't afford to lose the loyalty of the ship captains."
Falk: "We know full well about your investment in shipping ventures, Erikur. I've also heard troubling rumors about dealings between you and the crew of that pirate ship, the Red Wave. Thankfully, Jarl Elisif cares far less about your lost profits than she does about winning the war!"
Erikur: "The Jarl would be wise to remember that it is her Thanes―and my profits―that are paying for this war."
;Gisli
Erikur: "Sister, how is my fortune coming along?"
Gisli: "Profits continue to rise. The warehouse continues to bring in good revenues, and rent on your stores in the Well is acceptable."
Erikur: "I'm afraid 'acceptable' just isn't acceptable anymore. I'm sure they can spare a few more coins in monthly rent."
Gisli: "Yes, brother. I'm sure they'll agree it's a fair price to pay in order to avoid interacting with you on a daily basis."
Erikur: "Fair or not, they'll pay it, and that's all I need to care about. Bear that in mind, sister."
Erikur: "That clumsy maid at the palace spilled wine on my best suit. Sister, I believe it's time for a replacement."
Gisli: "I can commission one from the Radiant Raiment. It won't be cheap, but if you want the best, they're the only choice."
Erikur: "I swear, those scheming elves charge us twice what anyone else would pay."
Gisli: "Of course they do, brother. You keep raising their rent."
;Idgrod Ravencrone
Idgrod: "I heard Elenwen say she's going to open a bottle of her best Firebrand Wine later. I can hardly wait."
Erikur: "Yes, I agree with you. Have you heard any news about the other parts of Skyrim?"
Idgrod: "I heard those mages up in Winterhold have been trying to figure out how many dragons there are in Skyrim. They seem to think it's at least a dozen, but I'm sure they're exaggerating. They're probably trying to scare us into giving them more money and influence, so they can save us from the dragons threat."
;Maven Black-Briar
Erikur: "I hope they'll serve the roast venison with bittergreen sauce that we had at the last party. That was delicious."
Maven: "I know just what you mean. Heard anything interesting lately? Any news or gossip?"
Erikur: "Now that I think on it, I did hear something rather interesting the other day. Apparently, the Red Wave has been docked in Solitude for well over a month, and with no signs of shipping out any time soon. Some say the ship suffered damage to her hull when she struck an iceberg, and Captain Safia can't afford the repairs. Of course, she would never admit such a thing. Captain Safia is far too proud a woman for that."
Maven: "The Gray Quarter in Windhelm is little better than a slum. It's shameful that the dark elves are made to live that way."
Erikur: "You speak truly. Have you heard any interesting rumors of late?"
Maven: "Well, there might be nothing to it, but I've heard that the feud between the Gray-Manes and the Battle-Borns in Whiterun has grown ugly. Fralia Gray-Mane is convinced that the Battle-Borns have abducted one of her sons."
;Melaran
Erikur: "Melaran, you lazy milk-drinker, have you finished studying the imports from Black Marsh?"
Melaran: "Indeed I have, sir. Elven weapons for their armies, sir. Elven material, but poor workmanship, like most of what we get from them."
Erikur: "Scary, thinking of those boots with an army of Elven weapons at their command. Let's be thankful they're half a world away, eh?"
Melaran: "Even a fine weapon is only as good as its wielder, sir. But they should fetch a high price from the Imperial army."
Erikur: "Right you are, elf! Or even from the rebels, if they've got enough money to make a competitive offer."
Melaran: "As always, lord, your loyalty is a shining example to us all."
==Quotes==
*"The Imperials are good for business, and business is good for Skyrim."
*"I understand what's best for Solitude... and Jarl Elisif knows it."
*"Half of the businesses in Skyrim owe me money, I own the rest. I practically run Solitude already."
*"I must simply return to the court, they simply can't make do without me."
*"Bryling's obsession with honor and tradition is quaint... But politically irrelevant."
*"These Stormcloaks are nothing more than an armed mob, this war won't last much longer."
*"Did you see that serving girl? I hear elf women are insatiable..." —During "Diplomatic Immunity"
*"For the man who knows how to make money, war can be a most profitable venture." —During "Diplomatic Immunity"
*"Elenwen always throws quite a party. I never miss one if I can help it." —During "Diplomatic Immunity"
==Trivia==
*Erikur admits to having a weakness for Bosmer women, but he does not make any comments if the Dragonborn is a female Bosmer.
*He may be found speaking with Melaran about elven weapons that he wants to sell. He mentions that he could sell them to the Stormcloaks, meaning that he is not as devoted to the Empire as he says, although it may be the contrary, given than elven weapons, being Altmer-manufactured, are often viewed with disdain by the Stormcloaks.
*Erikur will replace Elisif as Jarl of Solitude if she is killed through the use of console commands. This is because in the original script of the quest "Boethiah's Bidding," wherein she was supposed to have been assassinated.
**Cut content from Haafingar Guards also supports this, as they would have said: "First Torygg and now Elisif. Damn those Stormcloaks. Let's hope that Erikur fares better than they did."
*Falk Firebeard is not fond of Erikur, due to Erikur favoring General Tullius over Elisif as a ruler.
==Bugs==
*Sometimes, he appears to be underwater east of the Blue Palace. Talking to him underwater is not possible. If this happens, use the console code player.placeatme 00013272.
*Even if the Stormcloaks win the Civil War and capture Solitude, driving the Imperials out of Skyrim, Erikur will still say "The Imperials are good for business, and business is good for Skyrim."
*He may not appear at Elenwen's party. If this happens, the player will need to get a drink from Malborn and give it to Razelan or Ondolemar. Either of these can then be asked to create a distraction.
==Appearances==
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Category:Skyrim: Solitude Characters
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