Guard (Redguard)

Guards are members of the Imperial Legion during the events of . Initially non-hostile, they will become aggressive should Cyrus draw his sword near them, enter restricted areas (such as the Dwarven ruins) or after the quest Escape the Catacombs. Their health varies from 30 to 50 points, 30 being for the infantry guards, 40 for veteran guards, and 50 for elite guards. The damage of their swords is 10 health points.
==Loots==
Loot from slain guards is always one of the following:
*5, 7, 10, 15, or 25 
*A Health Potion
*A Potion of Ironskin
*A Strength Potion
==Variants==
Redguard - Infantry Guard.png|Infantry Guard
Redguard - Veteran Guard.png|Veteran Guard
Redguard - Elite Guard.png|Elite Guard
==Dialogue==
===Dock guard===
One moment. "Go about your business, Redguard."
===Palace guard===
"What do you want?"
:(Palace) This is the palace, correct? "That's correct."
:(See Richton) I need to speak with governor Richton. "What business do you have with him?"
::(Ask a few questions) I need to ask him a few questions. "Not good enough, now move along."
::(Offer gift) I'd like to offer him a gift. "He's not interested, Redguard."
::(Offer information) I have some information he may find useful. "You're not talking your way past me. Now move along!"
:: "Very well. Hand it over."
:::Sorry, but it comes with a message for Richton's ears only. I'm going to have to see him. "That's not going to happen."
:::Then he's never going to see this amulet again. "All right, Redguard. You win. I'll signal you in."
:(Bye) That's all for now. But I'll be back. "Sure."
===Prison guard===
"What do you want?"
:(Jail) Keeping the jail full? "Indeed, Redguard. Move along."
:(See prisoner) I need to visit with one of your prisoners. "They don't take visitors. Now go about your business."
:(Bye) That's all for now. But I'll be back.
==Conversations==
Show: Escape the Catacombs
Guard: "This man insisted he deliver the amulet to you himself, milord."
Richton: "A certain amount of persistence is admirable, isn't it, Dram? Very well. Your job is done. Give the amulet to one of the Guards."
Cyrus: "Hold on, Governor. I have a few questions to ask you first. About a woman named Iszara."
Dram: "He's no Courier."
Richton: "This is not an audience, sir. You forget yourself."
Cyrus: "She's been missing for a few months and people think she may be in trouble. They also say you might have something to do with it."
Guard: "Milord?"
Richton: "No, no. I'll handle him. I know of this Iszara, young man. Her troubles are of her own making, I'm sure. When you mix with thugs and murderers--"
Cyrus: "Like I said, you might have something to do with it."
Richton: "Under Imperial law, the Restless League, and this Iszara woman, a known consort and confederate of the League, are guilty of piracy, sedition, and treason, and subject to summary execution. In my capacity as Governor, such executions are my responsibility. But... This Iszara has not come to my notice, and if she has disappeared, she has done so without my help. And now, I have other pressing affairs."
Cyrus: "Are you saying she was part of the Restless League?"
Richton: "You are dismissed, Courier."
Cyrus: "We don't seem to understand each other, Governor. Iszara is my sister and this isn't an audience, it's an interrogation. Tell me all you know or I'll give you more trouble than the League ever has."
Richton: "You would threaten an Imperial Governor? Are you simple? Threaten me, and you prove yourself a traitor... And must die for it. Guards, seize that man."
After defeating the three guards:
Richton: "So this is the Redguard fire I've heard so much about... Young man, you've the markings of a fine swordsman... But, by your actions, you condemn yourself, and forfeit your life. Dram?"
Dram: "No. Let me question this one. He is a fool... But fools can be useful."
Show: Recovering the Soul Gem
Richton: "Dead."
Guard: "Aye, milord. The dragon is dead."
Richton: "And he's alive."
Guard: "We are not sure it was the Redguard, milord --"
Richton: "Don't be stupid. That bastard sweats heroism. It could be no one else."
Dram: "He has the soulgem."
Richton: "Why do I pay you exactly, Dram?"
Dram: "For my chilling countenance, of course."
Richton: "Leave him to me, you said, and with such confident assurance. I recall being set at ease about the matter. I recall thinking: Well, now at last I can get down to the task of administering this troubled province -- but this young man continues to cause us irreparable harm when we can least endure it."
Dram: "And now for the good news. Perhaps you remember the vicious group of rabble that's caused us so much trouble."
Richton: "The Restless League!"
Dram: "Whose hideout would have remained a mystery if a prematurely dead Redguard had never led me to it. It will take time to assemble an assault party, but I foresee no difficulties in cleaning out the whole League in one well-planned attack."
Richton: "I see. The Emperor warned me never to underestimate the subtlety of your schemes, Dram. Carry on, then. I await your full report."
Show: Attack on the Palace
Guard: "The assault ship is ready, lieutenant; the men are aboard. They'll never see us coming."
Dram: "I'll inform Lord Richton."
An explosion is heard in the distance:
Guard: "What was that?"
Dram: "He's here."
Inside the Palace:
Guard: "They're attacking the harbor!"
Richton: "Who is?!"
Guard: "A mob of them, Governor! We were caught off our --"
Richton: "The Redguard's behind this! I know he is!"
Dram: "He's here. He must have found some new friends."
Richton: "Get that Redguard. Take their leader, and they'll fall to pieces."
Guard leaves the ball room:
Dram: "The Dirigible is ready. Shall we begin the assault on the Restless League's hideout?"
Richton: "Forget about the League, Dram! We must evacuate!"
Dram: "But--"
Richton: "Who do you think is attacking the harbor, man?! It's the Restless League! They're blowing up our ships! That Redguard--the one you were supposed to kill a long time ago--he's succeeded in spraking the rebellion we were sent here to repress."
Dram: "We don't --"
Richton: "Enough! We'll take the Dirigible and make for the mainlad! Stros M'Kai is expendable! The Redguards may have their day here, but I will return... at the head of a fleet and the Emperor's Legions."
Atop the Dwemer Airship:
Richton: "How remarkable. I may well be the first Imperial admiral to surrender at this altitude."
Cyrus: "No surrender, Governor. You just die on your feet."
Richton: "The rules of engagement state quite clearly that a losing party may yield to his opponent on the field of battle, and that the victor may, within honorable reason, determine his ransom."
Cyrus: "Remind me in hell."
Richton: "But where's the money in that? Or Redguard honor? I know a swordsman like you, Redguard, can't kill an unarmed man... And as a gentleman, I place myself under your protection. And as a swordsman of no little accomplishment, I congratulate you on your mastery of the longsword. And I congratulate you also on your small victory here. I have failed my Emperor and may regret surviving to face his displeasure... but..."
Dram puts a knife on Cyrus' throat:
Dram: "Drop the weapon."
Cyrus drops the weapon and three guards appear:
Cyrus: "What were those rules of engagement again?"
Richton: "I'm sorry, Redguard. The rules of engagement govern the affairs of gentlemen. But you, a rebel in arms, a traitor to the Emperor, and a threat to the Emperor's peace... All you have earned is summary execution."
Dram: "You die now, Redguard."
Cyrus: "Do it then, because that'll be the easy part. But look down there Richton. Now there's an army that's tasted victory, and one you'll never defeat again."
Richton: "No more words."
Cyrus: "Richton, it's time you saw that Redguard fire you've heard so much about. You never did kill the prince, Richton. He lives."
The Soul Sword starts levitating:
Richton: "Gods!"
(The sword kills both Richton and Dram)
==Quotes==
*"Put that away, son. This is neither the time nor the place." – Palace Guard, when Cyrus approaches with his saber drawn
*"Not now, please." – Palace Guard, when Cyrus approaches with his saber drawn
*"Go away. Understand? Go. Away." – Palace Guard, when Cyrus approaches with his saber drawn
*"It's one of the pirates!" – Upon encountering Cyrus while hostile
*"There he is!" – Upon encountering Cyrus while hostile
*"A sharp sword will be your death." – In combat
*"Traitor!" – In combat
*"Rebel!" – In combat
*"No match!" – In combat
*"Surrender now!" – In combat
*"You won't escape!" – In combat
*"Put it down!" – In combat
*"Come on...." – In combat
*"I'll spill yours yet." – In combat
*"Try me, Redguard!" – In combat
*"Yield!" – In combat
*"A-ha!" – In combat
*"You're a fool, Redguard. You should just surrender." – In combat
*"Cross with me, Redguard!" – In combat
*"Guards! Surround him!" – In combat, with other guardsmen
*"A hand here!" – In combat, with other guardsmen
*"He's only one!" – In combat, with other guardsmen
*"Your style needs work, Redguard." – Parrying a hit
*"Step it up, rebel." – Parrying a hit
*"Too slow!" – Parrying a hit
*"Ahhh-hah-hah-hah!" – Parrying a hit
*"You're open!" – Parrying a hit
*"Too quick!" – Parrying a hit
*"Slower, now!" – Parrying a hit
*"You're slow!" – Parrying a hit
*"I'm quick!" – Striking
*"Yield or there'll be more!" – Striking
*"Take that!" – Striking
*"Die, Redguard!" – Striking
*"Take that!" – Striking
*"Struck well for my Emperor!" – Striking
*"Taste the steel of the Empire!" – Striking
*"Aaiieee!" – Being killed
*"You're quite resourceful." – Being hit
*"Gah!" – Being hit
*"Arrrh!" – Being hit
*"I've been cut!" – Being hit
*"Damn your eyes!" – Being hit
*"Guards! I'm struck!" – Being hit
*"Blood with it!" – Being hit
*"A strike!" – Being hit
*"A fine cut!" – Being hit
*"Damn!" – Being hit
*"I'll finish him!" – Taking on Cyrus from another guardsman
*"Fall back and let me!" – Taking on Cyrus from another guardsman
*"Out of my way!" – Taking on Cyrus from another guardsman
*"You're trifling with him! Give him up to me!" – Taking on Cyrus from another guardsman
*"I have this rebel!" – Taking on Cyrus from another guardsman
*"You have him!" – Backing out so another guardsman can take on Cyrus
*"Here! Get him." – Backing out so another guardsman can take on Cyrus
==Appearances==
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Category:Redguard: Imperial Legion Members