Hold Guard

Hold Guard is a guard in that protects the capital cities of each hold, and any other settlements within. Every hold in Skyrim has its own Guard.
==Equipment==
All hold guards wear similar armor sets; the only differences being the color of the sash and material of the undershirt used, either scaled or quilted. They also wear the same type of helmet, however the colors vary depending on the hold. Hold guards carry a round wooden shield, which varies in color and typically displays the symbol of the hold across the front. Weapons carried by the hold guards vary depending on which hold they belong to. All Imperial-controlled holds, save for The Reach, have their guards armed with Imperial Swords and Imperial Bows. Reach hold guards vary in wielding one-handed iron or steel weapons, but still use Imperial bows like their counterparts in the other Imperial-controlled holds. However, some Reach hold guards, such as those that patrol the Dwemer Museum, are armed with Imperial swords like their counterparts in Haafingar, Hjaalmarch, Whiterun, and Falkreath, and the Whiterun hold guard that normally guards the front gate of Whiterun is seen wielding a one or two-handed iron or steel weapon instead of an Imperial sword himself. Hold guards in Stormcloak-controlled holds wield any one-handed or two-handed iron or steel weapons with hunting bows for their archery weapon, with either a Hide Shield or Steel Shield when engaging in combat instead of their Hold Guard Shields. All hold guards use steel arrows with their bows.
==Hierarchy==
Hold guards can be permanently replaced by either Imperial or Stormcloak soldiers during the civil war when a hold changes sides, depending on which side the Dragonborn joins. They will perform the same duties and have the same dialogue (although they may also have additional faction-based dialogue) as regular guards. The victorious faction will keep their guards. However, those that are not loyal will be replaced.
The guards are led by a captain and local Imperial Legate or Stormcloak Commander who reports to the local Jarl. Their duty is to uphold peace and order throughout the city and the hold, as well as ensuring justice is upheld in the event of a crime. Additionally, they are the last line of defense of their city in the event of assault or invasion.
Only Stormcloak-affiliated Holds have female guards.
==Level==
Hold Guards have a minimum level of 20, and beyond that level with the Dragonborn until level 50. This means that at level 50+, the Hold Guards are rather powerful, and have no problem fighting even a dragon. 
==Guards==
Image	Hold 	Equipment 	Notes
 	Falkreath 	Indigo guard armor. A leather scaled vest with a chainmail shirt underneath, with fur boots. They carry a round, blue, wooden shield with a painted motif of a stag's head on it. 	During the civil war, the Stormcloaks may replace these guards in Falkreath.
 	Hjaalmarch 	Pale green guard armor. A quilted vest with a chainmail shirt underneath, with fur boots. They carry a round, green and gray wooden shield with a painted spiral motif. 	During the civil war, the Stormcloaks may replace these guards in Morthal.
 	Haafingar 	Red cloth guard armor. A scaled vest with a chainmail shirt underneath. Their helmets are dark brown on the crown, rather than the bronze color that is on every other "guard" helmet in the game. They wear Imperial bracers and Imperial boots instead of fur. They carry a round, red, wooden shield with a painted motif of a wolf. The guards around Castle Dour are Imperial soldiers and wear full Imperial Armor, though they are still named "Solitude Guard".	During the civil war, the Stormcloaks may replace these guards in Solitude.
 	The Reach 	Green cloth guard armor. A quilted vest with a bronze chainmail shirt underneath, with fur gauntlets and boots. They carry a round, green, wooden shield with a painted motif of a stylized ram's head. 	During the civil war, the Stormcloaks may replace these guards in Markarth, yet the one guarding Soljund's Sinkhole will remain a Reach guard.
 	The Pale 	Cream cloth guard armor. A quilted vest with a bronze chainmail shirt underneath, with fur gauntlets and boots. They carry a round, gray, wooden shield with a painted motif of a four-point star. 	During the civil war, the Legion or Stormcloaks may replace these guards in Dawnstar, despite Jarl Skald siding with the Stormcloaks.
 	The Rift 	Purple cloth version of the guard armor. A scaled vest with a bronze chainmail shirt underneath, with fur boots. They carry a round, lavender, wooden shield with a painted motif of two crossed swords. 	During the civil war, the Legion may replace these guards in Riften. Ivarstead and Shor's Stone are a part of The Rift, but their guards are slightly different to other rural guards, and are named "Ivarstead Guard" and "Shor's Stone Guard" respectively. However, the armor, helmet and shield is still Riften armor.
 	Whiterun 	Yellow cloth guard armor. A scaled vest with a chainmail shirt underneath, with fur boots; most wear no gauntlets. They carry a round, yellow, wooden shield with a painted motif of a horse's head. 	Possibly the most well-known guards in Skyrim and the first/closest to often be found in the game. During the civil war, the Stormcloaks may replace these guards in Whiterun. Their commander, Caius, will be removed from his post and replaced with Sinmir. The detachment of guards that was sent to Riverwood during "Dragon Rising" will remain, unless "Battle for Whiterun" is completed beforehand.
 	Winterhold 	White cloth version of the guard armor. A scaled vest with a chainmail shirt underneath, with fur boots. The round, wooden shield sports a painted motif of a crown. 	During the civil war, the Legion may replace these guards in Winterhold. Only two guards patrol Winterhold at any one time, while a third is in the Jarl's Longhouse. Only one additional guard can be found elsewhere in the hold at the Whistling Mine, located south-east of Winterhold proper. This guard holds the only Winterhold guard shield.
 	Eastmarch 	Stormcloak Cuirass and Stormcloak Helmet. A quilted vest with a chainmail shirt underneath, with fur gauntlets and boots. They carry a round, blue, wooden shield with a painted motif of a bear's head. 	They are Stormcloak soldiers and share their speech options. During the civil war, the Legion may replace these guards in Windhelm.
 	Stormcloaks	Stormcloak Cuirass and Stormcloak Helmet. A quilted vest with a chainmail shirt underneath, with fur gauntlets and boots. They carry a round, blue, wooden shield with a painted motif of a bear's head. This was, and is only prevalent in Eastmarch, as the guards posted at other holds can wield hide, iron or steel shields or use two-handed weaponry. 	These guards patrol holds and hold capitals that were previously allied to the Empire. They are Stormcloak soldiers and share their speech options. They only appear as guards outside of Eastmarch if the Dragonborn sided with the Stormcloaks during the civil war, or achieved a peace treaty in "Season Unending" in which Holds are exchanged.
 	Imperials 	Full Imperial light armor; the only guards who wear completely different armor than other guards. They carry an Imperial shield, which is standard for all Imperial soldiers. 	These guards patrol holds and hold capitals that were previously allied to the Stormcloaks. They are Imperial soldiers and share their speech options. They only appear if the Dragonborn sided with the Empire during the civil war, or achieved a peace treaty in "Season Unending" in which Holds are exchanged.
==Bounties==
Bounties in each hold are treated separately. For example, if the Dragonborn obtains a bounty in Whiterun, guards in neighboring hold Falkreath will not recognize it. If the Dragonborn's bounty reaches a certain level, guards will attack them on sight.
Normally, all guards can be bribed if the Dragonborn is a member of the Thieves Guild, with the exception of the guards of Markarth after the completion of The Forsworn Conspiracy, and No One Escapes Cidhna Mine. These guards will not accept bribes and the Dragonborn has no choice but to fight or go to jail, and after selecting the latter the guard will have dialogue options. Cancel out the conversation and the guard will ignore the Dragonborn.
It is possible to kill guards without gaining a bounty, as long as one is sneaking. Slain guards will respawn three days after their death. They can also be killed if they are hit by an Unrelenting Force shout and pushed off a cliff, or sometimes even down the stairs. The Dragonborn does not get a bounty unless they have shouted at quite a few guards beforehand.
==Dialogue==
;Civil War uniform (Imperial Guard)
"What do you think you're doing, walking around dressed like a damn Stormcloak traitor?"
:I'm a proud supporter of Ulfric Stormcloak. What of it? "Is that right? Here's how the Legion deals with rebel scum like you."
:Sorry, didn't mean anything by it. 
:"Hmm. I still don't like it, but I guess I'll overlook it. This time."
:"Well. I'll let it slide this time. But you'd be smart to take that off. Someone might get the wrong idea."
;Civil War Uniform (Stormcloak Guard)
"You've got a lot of nerve, walking around here dressed like an Imperial Legionnaire."
:I'm loyal to the Empire and don't care who knows it. "You don't seem to realize there's a war on. What you are is a damn Imperial spy!"
:Sorry, didn't mean anything by it. 
:"Hmm. I still don't like it, but I guess I'll overlook it. This time."
;Thu'um (All guards)
"I need to ask you to stop. That... shouting... is making people nervous."
:Too bad. There's more where that came from. "Can't say I've heard of any laws against... whatever that is you're doing. But I'll lock you up if I have to."
:Won't happen again. "Good. Glad we straightened that out."
:Whatever. "I've got my eye on you."
;Dragon Rising (Whiterun Guard)
"I can't believe it! You're... Dragonborn..."
:Dragonborn? What do you mean? "In the very oldest tales, back when there still were dragons in Skyrim, the Dragonborn would slay dragons and steal their power. That's what you did, isn't it? Absorbed that dragon's power?"
::I don't know what happened to me. "" or ""
::I think you may be right. "" or ""
;Visitor's Tax (Riften Guard, North Gate)
""
:What's the tax for? "For the privilege of entering the city. What does it matter?"
::This is obviously a shakedown. (Persuade) "All right, keep your voice down... you want everyone to hear you? I'll let you in, just let me unlock the gate."
::This is obviously a shakedown, but I'll pay. (211 gold) "It's been a pleasure doing business with you. Let me open the gate and you can head into the city."
::You're obviously a thief. I kill thieves. (Intimidate) "I think you'd be a little smarter than that."
::Forget it. I'll come back. "Don't want in, huh? Fine. Have a good walk to the next city."
"You want in, you need to cooperate."
;Visitor's Tax (Riften Guard, Other Gates)
"Hold and stand down. If you want to get into Riften, use the North Gate. This one's closed."
:Why? What's going on? "My orders are to tell the riff-raff to use the North Gate, that's it."
::Could you make an exception in my case? (Persuade) "No. You can use the North Gate, or you can head to the next city."
::How about you let me in anyway? (25 Gold) "Keep it. Not worth going to prison over."
::I'm getting in this way. Stand aside! (Intimidate) "That's a quick way to the executioner's block."
;Blood on the Ice (Windhelm Guard)
"Hold it there! Keep your distance."
:What happened here? "Another girl killed. This is Susanna, from Candlehearth Hall. Served me a drink just a few nights ago... but I can't say I knew her."
::How was she killed? "Same as the others. Looks like she was stabbed, and then cut apart. It's like an animal got to her, but these are the wounds of a blade."
:::Another? This has happened before? "Susanne's the third. It's always the same. Young girl, killed at night, body torn up."
::::Sounds like the guards aren't doing their job. "Look, there's a war going on, if you hadn't heard. We barely have enough soldiers to walk the streets, much less patrol every corner.
::::Are the murders being investigated? "We're stretched thin as it is with the war. Nobody has the time to spend on this. Not pleasant, but it's the truth."
:::::Could you use some help? "If you want to help, ask some of those gawkers if they saw anything useful. I'm going to examine the body before the rats can get to it."
After speaking to the witnesses:
I've spoken to the witnesses. "Just like always -- nobody saw anything useful. The bastard's escaped again."
:There might be more to this, if you'll let me help. "Look, friend, If you think you can do better than the legion of guards, be my guest. You'll need to talk to Jorleif, though. We can't just let anyone go around claiming to be on official business. If he's willing, then we'll talk."
After finding Hjerim:
How do I get into Hjerim? "Friga Shatter-Shield's old place? It's been abandoned ever since she was killed. I think her mother, Tova, has the key."
After investigating Hjerim:
Can you tell me anything about the "Butcher"? "Uf. Have you been talking to Viola Giardano? She posts those all over the city, and someone keeps taking them down. Ask her about it if you want an earful."
Do you know what this amulet is? "I've never seen anything like it. I would take this to Calixto at the House of Curiosities. He has a good eye for strange trinkets. Might even give you a bit of gold for it."
After another victim is killed:
What happened? Another killing? "Indeed. I... I thought you captured the Butcher. You said the city was safe, now. How could this have happened?"
:The killer must still be out there. "Obviously. You should visit the Bloodworks to talk to Wuunferth -- we need to figure out where the evidence went wrong."
;Before the Storm (Whiterun Guard)
"Halt! City's closed with the dragons about. Official business only."
:Riverwood calls for the Jarl's aid. "Riverwood's in danger, too? You'd better go on in. You'll find the Jarl in Dragonsreach, at the top of the hill."
:I have news from Helgen about the dragon attack. (Persuade) "Fine, but we'll be keeping an eye on you."
:Will this change your mind? (78 gold) "Welcome to Whiterun, friend. Go right on in."
:Stand aside, or else. (Intimidate) "Or else what? You think you can stand against the entire Whiterun city guard? The gate's closed."
:I'll come back later. "Safe travels."
;The Squall Gate (Solitude Guard)
"If you've come to Solitude to join the Imperial Legion, speak to Rikke. If not, just keep your nose clean while you're here... or you'll end up like Roggvir."
:How does one join the Imperial Legion? "There's no greater honor than to serve. If you're serious about enlisting, speak to Legate Rikke in Castle Dour."
:Who is Roggvir? "He's the sorry bastard who's going to be executed. A gate guard who let Ulfric Stormcloak escape the city, after he killed the High King."
;The East Empire Company (Solitude Guard)
"There's nothing for you in the warehouse, so why don't you take a walk?"
:What is this place? "This is the East Empire Company's central warehouse. All of their shipments go through here. Unfortunately, thanks to some problems they've been having, it hasn't seen much use lately. Either way, it's off limits to you."
::What kind of problems is the East Empire Company having? "How should I know? I don't work for them. If you want to help, I suppose you could head to Windhelm and talk to Orthus Endario. He's in charge over there."
;Gate to Markarth (Markarth City Guard)
"First time in Markarth, traveler? Take my advice. You see anything, don't get involved. The city guard will take care of it."-
:Is there some problem in the city? "See, there you go. Getting involved. Don't ask too many questions in Markarth. Safer for everyone that way."
:Who's in charge of Markarth? "Jarl Igmund sits on the Mournful Throne. You can find him in the keep, in the back end of the city inside the mountain."
:I just need some supplies and a drink. "You're our favorite kind of traveler, then. The market area is just inside in the gate."
:"Head on in. Keep your nose clean, and you won't have any problems with us."
;The Forsworn Conspiracy (Markarth City Guard)
"Everyone stay back. The Markarth city guard have this all under control. There are no Forsworn here."
"We'll handle things from here. Move along."
:That man shouted something about the "Forsworn." "I said move along. The Forsworn are just a bunch of madmen. We have everything under control. Stay out of it."
:None of my business, anyway. "That's right. It isn't."
After Eltrys is killed:
"We warned you, but you just had to go and cause trouble. Now we have to pin all these recent murders on you. Silence witnesses. Work. Work. Work."
:You killed Eltrys!
:You're corrupt. Thonar is paying you. "We have a nice arrangement in this city, and we're not letting you get in the way. You have a problem wth that? Take it up with Madanach. I'm sure the King in Rags and his Forsworn would love to meet you. Now you're coming with us. It's a life sentence in Cidhna Mine for you."
:Madanach is behind these killings! "You think you're the only one who knows that? We had a nice little deal going between Thonar and Madanach until you showed up. You'll have plenty of time to take it up with the King in Rags while you're serving a life sentence in Cidhna Mine."
:What did you do to Eltrys? "Same thing we do with all the other natives who want to change things around here. We had a nice little deal going between Thonar and Madanach until you and Eltrys started snooping around. Well, you wanted to find the man responsible for those killings? You'll have plenty of time with the King in Rags when you're in Cidhna mine."
::Fine. I'll come quietly. "You'll never see the sun again, you hear me? No one escapes Cidhna Mine. No one."
::You're not taking me alive! "You'll never leave Markarth!"
;Dwemer Museum (Markarth City Guard)
"Halt. The Dwemer Museum isn't open to anyone without the court wizard's permission."
:Why can't I go in? "Because Calcelmo doesn't want anyone to go in. He runs the museum, he makes the rules. You have a problem with that? Go talk to him. You'll find him in front of the ruins during the day. Just down the tunnel."
:Who's the court wizard? "Calcelmo. He's the Jarl's magical advisor, but he spends most of his time studying the ruins. If you want in, Calcelmo has to give his say so. He's usually in front of Nchuand-Zel. Just down the tunnel."
:Dwemer Museum? "It means "Dwarven Museum." Lost race of people that built the city. You want to know more? Ask Calcelmo. He's usually in front of the ruins, just down the tunnel."
;Delayed Burial (Pale Hold Guard)
"You need something?"
:No, nothing. I'll just be moving on. "Well all right, then."
:Yes I'd like to report a crime. "Would you now? Well, spit it out. What's the matter?"
::Never mind. I... I was mistaken. "Bah! Stop wasting my time!"
::It's that odd jester, Cicero. The one with the wagon... "What about him?"
:::He, um... stole something! I saw him! (Persuade) "Did he now? Nobody pilfers property on my watch."
:::He's transporting war contraband! In the coffin! (Persuade) "What? How dare that little fool! And right under my nose!"
:::He... attacked a traveler! On the road! I saw it! (Persuade) "What? An assault. On my watch. By the gods, he'll not get away with this."
:::"My thanks for bringing this to my attention, citizen. Don't worry, I'll take care of it."
"Don't worry, citizen. I'm on top of that little matter we discussed."
"I'll soon arrange transportation for our little friend. Don't worry, he'll rot in a cell and pay for what he's done."
After Cicero has murdered Loreius and Curwe:
"You don't want to go up to that farmhouse, citizen. It's a terrible sight. The farmer and his wife, slaughtered in the night. So many knife wounds..."
;The Fallen (Whiterun Guard)
"Something to tell the grandkids, eh?"
:Open the trap. "You sure about that? You want to let the dragon loose after all the trouble to catch him in there?"
::Yes, I'm sure. "Your funeral. Someone else is gonna have to help you get him back in there again."
::Hold on. Not yet. "Hey, when you make up your mind, just let me know. I'll be here."
;Speak to Lod (Falkreath Guard)
"Did you see a Dog out there?"
: No. Just wolves, but no dogs. "Oh well."
: I've seen whole pack of dogs. "No, this was a specific one."
: What sort of dog? "I don't know really."
:"The blacksmith is offering a reward for a dog he saw on the road. I was hoping you'd seen it."
"I guess I'll stay on the lookout. Keep your nose clean while you're here outsider."
==Conversations==
;Blood on the Ice
Wuunferth: "What is the meaning of this?"
Jorleif: "You're under , for the Murder of Susanna of Candlehearth Hall. And Friga Shatter-Shield. And all the rest. We're wise to your scheming, you coward."
Wuunferth: "Has the whole city lost their brains? I've been scrying and auguring to find the murderer myself."
Jorleif: "Make your excuses from the Bloodworks, wizard. Get him out of my sight."
Windhelm Guard: "Yes, sir! I'm sorry, sir. But you'll have to come with me."
Wuunferth: "This isn't over, Jorleif!"
;Delayed Burial
Guard: "You there! Fool! Hold fast. You've been accused of a crime against the laws of this land. What say you in your defense?"
Cicero: "Wh... What? A crime? Me? Preposterous! Poor Cicero is just standing here! Cicero loves order. Oh yes! He would never disrespect the law!"
Guard: "You look like a crazy man to me. And what's in that coffin, hmm? Maybe some time in a cell will help loosen that lying tongue."
Cicero: "Damn that Loreius. Oh, how he will pay for this treachery..."
Guard: "You just keep quiet and stay where you are. Soon as my relief arrives, we'll all take a nice little trip."
;Hard Answers
Markarth City Guard: "What a waste! There must be a dozen men up there!"
Markarth City Guard 2: "Yeah. Calcelmo called in his entire expedition team - said he needed every man he could get to protect his research."
Markarth City Guard: "Better them than us. We lost three good men to the traps up there, and for what- just to see another damn spider clanking around?"
Markarth City Guard 2: "Well, at least this post is safe enough. Come on, let's get back to work."
==Quotes==
Dialogue 	Topic 	Audio
"I used to be an adventurer like you. Then I took an arrow in the knee...." 	General 	
Let me guess - someone stole your sweetroll..." 	General 	
"Gotta keep my eyes open. Damn dragons could swoop down at any time." 	General 	
"My cousin is out fighting dragons, and what do I get? Guard duty." 	General 	
"Disrespect the law, and you disrespect me." 	General 	
"Watch the skies, traveler." 	General 	
"No lollygaggin'." 	General 	
"They say Ulfric Stormcloak murdered the High King... with his voice! Shouted him apart!" 	General 	
"I'd be a lot warmer and a lot happier with a bellyful of mead..." 	General 	
"Got to thinking, maybe I'm the Dragonborn, and I just don't know it yet." 	General 	
"I have to wonder... what does the Dragonborn do once he's summoned by the Greybeards? Can the Thu'um be taught, like any skill?" 	General 	
"You see those warriors from Hammerfell? They've got curved swords. Curved. Swords." 	General 	
"I mostly deal with petty thievery and drunken brawls. Been too long since we've had a good bandit raid." 	General 	
"Trouble?" 	General 	
"What is it? Dragons?" 	General 	
"Fancy yourself an alchemist, hmm? Never could get the hang of that." 	General 	
"Staying safe, I hope?" 	General 	
"Fear not. Come dragon or giant, we'll be ready." 	General 	
"Citizen." 	General 	
"Everything's all right?" 	General 	
"They say if a vampire so much as scratches you, you'll turn into one. That better not be true." 	General 	
"Dragons breathing fire in the sky. Vampires brazenly attacking people on the street. It's the end of the world I tell you." Dawnguard 	General 	
"We need to do something about these vampire attacks." Dawnguard 	General 	
"Heard they're reforming the Dawnguard. Vampire hunters or something, in the old fort near Riften. Might consider joining up myself." Dawnguard 	General 	
"They say that vampires attacked the Hall of the Vigilant. Burned it to the ground! Never heard of vampires doing anything like that before." Dawnguard	General 	
"Stay out of trouble, Argonian." 	If the Dragonborn is an Argonian 	
"What is it, Argonian?" 	If the Dragonborn is an Argonian 	
"Stay out of trouble, lizard." 	If the Dragonborn is an Argonian 	
"Don't cross me, Elf." 	If the Dragonborn is Mer 	
"What is it, Elf?" 	If the Dragonborn is Mer 	
"Stay out of trouble, Elf." 	If the Dragonborn is Mer 	
"Stay out of trouble, Imperial." 	If the Dragonborn is an Imperial 	
"What is it, Imperial?" 	If the Dragonborn is an Imperial 	
"What do you want... cat?" 	If the Dragonborn is a Khajiit 	
"Stay out of trouble, Khajiit." 	If the Dragonborn is a Khajiit 	
"What is it, Khajiit?" 	If the Dragonborn is a Khajiit 	
"Sheathe those claws, Khajiit..." 	If the Dragonborn is a Khajiit and approaches with raised fists 	
"How can I help a brother Nord?" 	If the Dragonborn is a Nord 	
"Staying out of trouble, kinsman?" 	If the Dragonborn is a Nord 	
"What is it, Orc?" 	If the Dragonborn is an Orc 	
"Stay out of trouble, Orc." 	If the Dragonborn is an Orc 	
"What is it, Redguard?" 	If the Dragonborn is a Redguard 	
"Stay out of trouble, Redguard" 	If the Dragonborn is a Redguard 	
"Die, Vampire!" Dawnguard 	If the Dragonborn is a Vampire 	
"Vampire! Burn it!" Dawnguard 	If the Dragonborn is a Vampire 	
"Vampire! To arms!" Dawnguard 	If the Dragonborn is a Vampire 	
"Werewolf!" 	If the Dragonborn is a Werewolf 	
"It's a werewolf! To arms! To arms!" 	If the Dragonborn is a Werewolf 	
"By the gods! It... it can't be!" 	If a guard witnesses the Dragonborn killing a Dragon 	
"Go cast your fancy magic some place else." 	If the Dragonborn is armed with magic near a guard 	
"Woah, woah, woah! Watch the magic!" 	If the Dragonborn charges a spell near a guard 	
"You come up to me, fists raised? You looking for a beating?" 	If the Dragonborn approaches a guard with raised fists 	
"The Imperials think us all lawless beasts. I'm proof of their ignorance." 	If the Dragonborn speaks to a Stormcloaks guard 	
"The Imperials think we need their laws. Pfft." 	If the Dragonborn speaks to a Stormcloaks guard 	
"You look tired, friend. The has beds for rent." 	If the Dragonborn speaks to a guard while not having slept for a long time 	
"Guard might get nervous, a approaches with weapon drawn..." 	If the Dragonborn approaches a guard with their weapon drawn 	
"You're just in time to say hello to Roggvir." 	When the Dragonborn first enters Solitude 	
"Gonna get cold tonight. Might want to at least cover your delicates." 	When the Dragonborn approaches a guard while naked 	
"Bit late to be wandering around, isn't it?" 	When the Dragonborn approaches a guard at night-time 	
"Just a few more hours and I can crawl under some furs..." 	If the Dragonborn approaches a guard between 12 am and 4 am 	
"Hey, you mix potions, right? Can you brew me an ale?" 	If the Dragonborn has a high alchemy skill level 	
"Keep your arrows in their quiver, archer." 	If the Dragonborn has a low archery skill level 	
"Favor the bow, eh? I'm a sword man, myself." 	If the Dragonborn has a high archery skill level 	
"Hail, summoner. Conjure me up a warm bed, would you?" 	If the Dragonborn has a low conjuration skill level 	
"Best offense is a good defense, am I right?" 	If the Dragonborn has a high block skill level 	
"So you can cast a few spells. Am I supposed to be impressed?" 	If the Dragonborn has a low destruction skill level 	
"Destruction magic's fine, just don't go burning down any buildings." 	If the Dragonborn has a high destruction skill level 	
"Don't suppose you'd enchant my sword? Dull old blade can barely cut butter." 	If the Dragonborn has a high enchanting skill level 	
"You're the one casts those illusions. Impressive." 	If the Dragonborn has a high illusion skill level 	
"Lightly armored means light on your feet. Smart." 	If the Dragonborn has a low light armor skill level 	
"Go fiddling with any locks around here, we're going to have a real problem." 	If the Dragonborn has a high lockpicking skill level 	
"You're like me, eh? Don't fancy those clunky two-handed weapons." 	If the Dragonborn has a high one-handed skill level 	
"I find your hand in my pocket, I'm going to cut it off." 	If the Dragonborn has a high pickpocket skill level 	
"I've got a lot of respect for the Restoration School. Skyrim could use more healers." 	If the Dragonborn has a high restoration skill level 	
"Don't think you can barter with me like I'm one of those damned shopkeepers." 	If the Dragonborn has a low speech skill 	
"Heard about you and your honeyed words..." 	If the Dragonborn has a high speech skill 	
"Hands to yourself, sneak thief." 	If the Dragonborn has a low sneak skill 	
"I know your kind, always sneaking about." 	If the Dragonborn has a high sneak skill 	
"The gods gave you two hands, and you use them both for your weapon. I can respect that." 	If the Dragonborn has a high two-handed skill level 	
"I hope you're finding the city in proper order, thane." 	If the Dragonborn is thane of a Hold 	
"I trust the day's found you well, thane." 	If the Dragonborn is thane of a Hold 	
"How do you do, thane?" 	If the Dragonborn is thane of a Hold 	
"Helgen... destroyed by a dragon. Hard to believe, isn't it?" 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Unbound" 	
"You couldn't possibly be the Dragonborn of legend. Could you?" 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Dragon Rising" 	
"Got to thinking, maybe I'm the Dragonborn, and I just don't know it yet." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "The Way of the Voice" 	
"There was a fight down in the Ratway, but reports are... sketchy. Some say it was Thalmor Agents, others say Thieves Guild. Some say it was both." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "A Cornered Rat" 	
"Uch. Been tending your hounds? You smell like wet dog." 	If the Dragonborn returns after first turning into a werewolf 	
"Is that... fur? Coming out of your ears?" 	If the Dragonborn has become a werewolf 	
"I'm telling you, I heard it. Howling. Those werewolf tales are true." 	If the Dragonborn has become a werewolf 	
"Now I remember - you're that new member of the Companions. So you, what - fetch the mead?" 	If the Dragonborn has joined The Companions 	
"Hail, Companion." 	If the Dragonborn has joined The Companions 	
"With respect, Companion, I'd ask that you and your friends muzzle that dog of yours. The howling coming from Jorrvaskr has gotten out of hand." 	If the Dragonborn has joined The Companions and has become a werewolf 	
"If those Whiterun guards can take down a dragon, so can we." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Dragon Rising" 	
"You're that one from the College. Heard about you." 	If the Dragonborn has joined the College of Winterhold 	
"What business do College mages have in a place like Saarthal, anyway? It's a place for Nord dead... not your weird experiments." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Under Saarthal" 	
"One of the guards said he saw a mage appear out of thin air. Claimed it was one of those Psijic Monks. Man's been hitting the skooma, I say." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Under Saarthal" 	
"Imagine, blowing up an entire town. Damn College... Winterhold will never be the same." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Containment" 	
"Releasing a captured dragon. I don't think I'll ever understand that one..." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "The Fallen" 	
"I caught a glimpse of that captured dragon. It's.. beautiful. In its own way." 	If the Dragonborn interacts with a guard during "The Fallen" 	
"You ask me, those brats in the orphanage are better off, now that old Grelod is dead." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Innocence Lost" 	
"That old woman who runs the orphanage has been murdered. Say, didn't I see you coming out of there...?" 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Innocence Lost" 	
"Psst. Hey, I know who you are. Hail Sithis." 	If the Dragonborn is a member of the Dark Brotherhood 	
"Now, I know who you are. And... and I know your business... Just, please... These are good folk we got here. Mostly..." 	If the Dragonborn is a member of the Dark Brotherhood 	
"It ain't true what they say about you and... and the Dark Brotherhood? Is it?" 	If the Dragonborn is a member of the Dark Brotherhood 	
"The Emperor of Skyrim. Dead. These are dark times, my friend. Dark times, indeed..." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Hail Sithis!" 	
"You know, I could have gone into that Sanctuary. Killed all those Dark Brotherhood types. But I was... sick that day." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Destroy the Dark Brotherhood!" 	
"If it isn't the slayer of the Glenmoril Witches. How can I assist you, Companion?" 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Blood's Honor" 	
"Kodlak White-Mane is in a better place now. For is there any place better than Sovngarde?" 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Blood's Honor" 	
"Yes, Dovahkiin? How can I help you?" 	If the Dragonborn has killed Alduin 	
"Whatever you need, Dragonborn. Just say the word." 	If the Dragonborn has killed Alduin 	
"You have vanquished a great evil from Skyrim. You have saved this land... and our very souls." 	If the Dragonborn has killed Alduin 	
"No matter what else happens, the guards will always be grateful for everything you've done." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Dragonslayer" 	
"I know you had some part in Sinding's escape. Don't deny it..." 	If the Dragonborn allowed Sinding to live during "Ill Met by Moonlight" 	
"What do you need, bard?" 	If the Dragonborn is a member of the Bards College 	
"Ugh. Your breath is foul. What've you been eating?" 	If the Dragonborn wears the Ring of Namira 	
"For a dragon to attack Kynesgrove... Why? Why there? Is no place safe?" 	If the Dragonborn has completed "A Blade in the Dark" 	
"By Shor, is that... is that Azura's Star? How did you come to possess such a rare treasure?" 	If the Dragonborn carries The Black Star 	
"You wield... Azura's Star? How... how can such a thing be possible?" 	If the Dragonborn carries Azura's Star 	
"Ah, now that's a fine shield. And not mere Dwarven... is it?" 	If the Dragonborn carries Spellbreaker 	
"That mace... get it away from me. Get it away..." 	If the Dragonborn wields the Mace of Molag Bal 	
"No.. get that accursed mace away from me..." 	If the Dragonborn wields the Mace of Molag Bal 	
"Who did you have to kill to get that blade?" 	If the Dragonborn wields Mehrunes' Razor 	
"What a foul and unnatural weapon you wield. Never have I seen its like." 	If the Dragonborn wields the Skull of Corruption 	
"What manner of staff is that? Such a horror..." 	If the Dragonborn wields the Skull of Corruption 	
"You wear the armor of a mercenary. Now that's the life." 	If the Dragonborn wears Banded Iron Armor 	
"Is your armor made of... dragon scales? By the gods, what I wouldn't do for a set of that." 	If the Dragonborn wears dragonscale armor 	
"Is your armor made of... dragon bones? By the gods, what I wouldn't do for a set of that." 	If the Dragonborn wears Dragonplate Armor 	
"Fine armor you've got there. Dwarven make, am I right?" 	If the Dragonborn wears Dwarven Armor 	
"Aye, now that's some fine armor. Good old-fashioned steel." 	If the Dragonborn wears Steel Armor 	
"Ah, steel plate. Now that's a solid choice of armor." 	If the Dragonborn wears Steel Plate Armor 	
"Orcish armor, hmm? Had me a set of that once. Ugly and strong, like those that forged it." 	If the Dragonborn wears Orcish Armor 	
"You wear the garb of a true Nord. I salute you." 	If the Dragonborn wears Wolf Armor 	
"Ebony armor. By Ysmir, 'tis a wondrous sight." 	If the Dragonborn wears Ebony Armor 	
"I know Thieves Guild armor when I see it. You're not fooling anyone." 	If the Dragonborn wears Thieves Guild Armor 	
"Try to hide it all you want. I know you're in the Thieves Guild... and so do the other guards." 	If the Dragonborn wears Thieves Guild Armor 	
"Ugh. That armor stinks of death. You been grave robbing?" 	If the Dragonborn wears Ancient Nord Armor 	
"That is one... big hammer." 	If the Dragonborn wields Volendrung 	
"What do you aim to do with that hammer, my friend? Knock down a house?" 	If the Dragonborn wields Volendrung 	
"'Tis a wicked axe you wield there, friend. That blade looks sharp enough to cut through a god." 	If the Dragonborn wields the Rueful Axe 	
"Ah, Aegisbane. Sigil of Clan Shatter-Shield. But didn't that get stolen awhile back? Hmph. Must be rememberin' wrong." 	If the Dragonborn wields Aegisbane 	
"That hammer... Why that's Aegisbane, heirloom of Clan Shatter-Shield! Last I heard, it was stolen by a couple of swindlers. Alain and... Muiri. Yeah."	If the Dragonborn wields Aegisbane 	
"Aye, now that there's a beautiful sword. Like a sliver of midnight." 	If the Dragonborn carries an Ebony Sword 	
"Why the Elven blade, hmm? Nord steel not good enough for you?" 	If the Dragonborn carries an Elven Sword 	
"That iron sword's pretty undependable. You should try steel." 	If the Dragonborn carries an Iron Sword 	
"Iron sword, huh? What are you killing, butterflies?" 	If the Dragonborn carries an Iron Sword 	
"Pigsticker like that's not going to get you far. Best visit the blacksmith." 	If the Dragonborn carries an Iron Sword 	
"Favor a steel sword, do ya? Good choice for slashing or stabbing." 	If the Dragonborn carries a Steel Sword 	
"You've got a lot of nerve, walking around here dressed like an Imperial Legionnaire." 	If the Dragonborn wears Imperial Armor (Stormcloak Guard) 	
"For your sake, I hope your took that armor from a dead Imperial scout..." 	If the Dragonborn wears Imperial Armor (Stormcloak Guard) 	
"You come talking to me wearing Imperial armor? You got stew for brains?" 	If the Dragonborn wears Imperial Armor (Stormcloak Guard) 	
"You wear that Stormcloak armor well, friend." 	If the Dragonborn wears Stormcloak Armor (Stormcloak Guard) 	
"You wear the armor of the bear, my friend. A fine choice." 	If the Dragonborn wears Stormcloak Officer Armor (Stormcloak Guard) 	
"What do you think you're doing, walking around dressed like a damn Stormcloak traitor?" 	If the Dragonborn wears Stormcloak Armor (Imperial Guard) 	
"That Stormcloak armor's getting on my nerves..." 	If the Dragonborn wears Stormcloak Armor (Imperial Guard) 	
"You dare strut around here, wearing that filthy Stormcloak hide?" 	If the Dragonborn wears Stormcloak Officer Armor (Imperial Guard) 	
"Judging by your armor, I'd say you're an Imperial scout. If so, well met." 	If the Dragonborn wears Imperial Armor (Imperial Guard) 	
"That's some fine Imperial armor you've got there." 	If the Dragonborn wears Imperial Armor (Imperial Guard) 	
"That's fine scale armor you've got on there. Shiny." 	If the Dragonborn wears Scaled Armor 	
"Some advice, friend. That armor won't offer much protection in a real fight." 	If the Dragonborn wears Hide Armor 	
"You have committed crimes against Skyrim and her people. What say you in your defense?" 	If the Dragonborn has committed a crime 	
"By order of the Jarl, stop right there!" 	If the Dragonborn has committed a crime 	
"Smart man. Now come along with us. We'll take any stolen goods, and you'll be free to go. After you pay the fine, of course." 	If the Dragonborn chooses to pay their fine 	
"You're going to rot in the Dragonsreach Dungeon" 	If the Dragonborn refuses to pay their fine 	
"Then pay with your blood." 	If the Dragonborn resists arrest 	
"I can make all your problems with the guards go away. But it'll cost you. What do you say?" 	If the Dragonborn has a high disposition with the guard 	
"Done. Now move along, before you get me in trouble." 	If the Dragonborn is a member of the Thieves Guild and chooses to bribe the guard 	
"In the name of the Jarl, I'm ordering you to stand fast!" 	If the Dragonborn returns to a Hold with a medium or high bounty 	
"Wait... I know you." 	If the Dragonborn returns to a Hold with a low bounty 	
"There's no mistake. You're a wanted man... and it's time to pay for your crimes." 	If the Dragonborn tells the guard that they're mistaken 	
"You know what? You're not worth the hassle. Go... be some other guard's problem." 	If the Dragonborn persuades the guard to ignore their crime 	
"Well, your bounty is low... All right, get out of my sight. But you're known to me now, scum. Remember that." 	If the Dragonborn persuades the guard to ignore their crime 	
"Oh, forgive me, Thane. I didn't realize it was you." 	If the Dragonborn is Thane of a Hold 	
"It is the power of old! The Voice of the Dragonborn!" 	If the Dragonborn shouts near a guard 	
"The Thu'um! He summons the Thu'um!" 	If the Dragonborn shouts near a guard 	
"I need to ask you to stop. That... shouting... is making people nervous." 	If the Dragonborn shouts near a guard 	
"Good. Glad we straightened that out." 	If the Dragonborn apologizes for using the Thu'um 	
"Can't say I've heard of any laws against... whatever that is you're doing. But I'll lock you up if I have to." 	If the Dragonborn refuses to apologize for using the Thu'um 	
"Old lady Frida is a grouch, but she sure can whip up a cure for the Rattles fast." 	General (Dawnstar guard) 	
"You should talk to Rustleif. Get some proper steel." 	General (Dawnstar guard) 	
"The people here are still plagued with nightmares. It's... unnatural." 	Before the Dragonborn completes "Waking Nightmare" (Dawnstar guard) 	
"No more nightmares. Thank the gods for that." 	After the Dragonborn has completed "Walking Nightmare" (Dawnstar guard) 	
"We won't give up this port to the Imperials without a fight, don't you worry." 	General (Dawnstar guard) 	
"Dangerous post, Dawnstar. If the bandits don't get you, the animals will." 	General (Dawnstar guard) 	
"Beware of Frostmere Crypt, friend. Heard some bandits are living in the ruins now." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Dawnstar guard) 	
"Giants have been spotted up near Red Road Pass. Best to keep away and avoid it entirely." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Dawnstar guard) 	
"I grew up hearing songs about Eyldi the Bear! She wrestled a storm out of the sky!" 	General (Falkreath guard) 	
"You... you were talking to that murderous savage. And then he escaped. What are you hiding?" 	After the Dragonborn has completed "Ill Met by Moonlight" (Falkreath guard) 	
"This is Markarth, traveler. Safest city in the Reach." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"Ah, Vlindrel Hall's a fine home, if you can afford it. The steward in the keep can tell you more." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"Can't believe I'm posted here. Even the beds are made of stone." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"Outsiders aren't trusted in Markarth. Best keep that in mind." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"Let me guess - you need a drink. It's the Silver-Blood Inn you're looking for." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"You should see that Orc over in Understone Keep, have him forge you some new armor..." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"Break the law in Markarth, and it's off to Cidhna Mine with you." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"Gods damn those Forsworn. So many dead..." 	General (Markarth guard) 	
"The Empire didn't think we could take the Reach, but here we are." 	If Markarth is under Stormcloak control (Markarth guard) 	
"There's a small skeever den just east of the city, at Reachwater Rock." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Markarth guard) 	
"Travel southeast and you'll find an Orc stronghold, up around the old Dushnikh orichalcum mine." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Markarth guard) 	
"Lots of nasty holes in the Reach, and Blind Cliff Cave is one of them. A filthy Hagraven nest, northeast of here." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Markarth guard) 	
"Beware the region northeast, across the river. Forsworn have taken refuge in Broken Tower Redoubt and Red Eagle Redoubt." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Markarth guard) 	
"There's an evil to the north, friend, and its name is Ragnvald. A tomb like so many in Skyrim, where the dead have found no peace." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Markarth guard) 	
"The Forsworn have been spotted to the north, near Bruca's Leap Redoubt." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Markarth guard) 	
"Thanks for clearing out that vampire nest. You saved Morthal." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Laid to Rest" (Morthal guard) 	
"Solitude is as glorious as they said it was. Nothing like Falkreath where I grew up." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"You can sell off that junk at Bits and Pieces." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"If it's arms or armor you need, see Beirand in Castle Dour. Bloody good blacksmith, that one." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"If you need potions, head over to Angeline's Aromatics." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"The road to Whiterun's not safe these days. Lots of travelers just... disappear, south of Dragon Bridge. Can't find a trace of them." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"Look, that Vici woman had a bodyguard. I know it's terrible she got murdered at her own wedding, but the city guard is hardly to blame..." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Bound Until Death" (Solitude guard) 	
"You're the one saved the Fire Festival. I remember." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Tending the Flames" (Solitude guard) 	
"Proudspire Manor, now there's a fine home. Up for sale, too. If you're interested, talk to the steward, in the keep." 	If the Dragonborn has not purchased Proudspire Manor (Solitude guard) 	
"You own Proudspire Manor, hmm? Beautiful house. At least from the outside." 	If the Dragonborn has purchased Proudspire Manor (Solitude guard) 	
"The Winking Skeever's got warm beds and cold mead. You look like you could use both." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"I don't abide fancy clothes, but you look like you might. I hear Radiant Raiments has a large selection." 	General (Solitude guard) 	
"Pinemoon Cave is down to the southwest, but it ain't fit for exploring. There are stories... Vampires, some say..." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Solitude guard) 	
"Off the coast a ways to the east, you'll find the wreck of the Brinehammer. Never know what treasures may still be aboard." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Solitude guard) 	
"You heard of Ravenscar Hollow? Cave on the island to the west. Place is a roost for those foul Hagravens." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Solitude guard) 	
"Riften's under my protection. You watch yourself, now." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"There's an apothecary in town, yeah. But it's down on the lower walkway, so stay sharp if you go down there." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"City's quiet enough now. But when the sun goes down, you best keep on your guard." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"Welcome to Riften, home of the Thieves Guild. Or so they'd have you believe. It's all lies. They're just thugs... vermin, creeping around the Ratway."	General (Riften guard) 	
"You could say the Ratway is the city under the city. Dark, dangerous, and no place for decent folk." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"If it's a bed you need, talk to Keerava in the Bee and Barb. She'll set you right." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"Need a drink, you go to the Bee and Barb. Stay out of the Ragged Flagon, stay out of the Ratway." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"There's fine steel at the Scorched Hammer, if you fancy a new blade." 	General (Riften guard) 	
"Why we bothered to capture Riften I'll never understand. Just look at this place." 	If Riften is under Imperial control (Riften guard) 	
"Seems like capturing Riften is turning out to be more of a hassle than a benefit. But what do I know?" 	If Riften is under Imperial control (Riften guard) 	
"Now that the Empire's arrived in Riften, we've finally established a launching point into Morrowind... just in case." 	If Riften is under Imperial control (Riften guard) 	
"Talk of strange happenings at Autumnshade Clearing, just north of the lake. My guess? Spriggans." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Riften guard) 	
"By the gods, a dragon's been sighted just south of the city, flying around Lost Tongue Overlook." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Riften guard) 	
"Best not go wandering east of the city. Bandits been seen around Broken Helm Hollow." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Riften guard) 	
"If you journey north, keep well away from Snapleg Cave. Damned Hagravens have infested the place." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Riften guard) 	
"There's a foul presence coming from Darklight Tower, southwest of the city. Some say the place is home to necromancers." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Riften guard) 	
"City got attacked once by those damn bandits, come east across the lake, from Faldar's Tooth. They won't be trying that again." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Riften guard) 	
"Need a blade? You should talk to Adrianne, at the forge." 	General (Whiterun guard) 	
"Need supplies? See Belethor at his store. Sleazy little man, but he has good stock." 	General (Whiterun guard) 	
"If you need potions, you should try Arcadia's Cauldron." 	General (Whiterun guard) 	
"I worry about the other settlements in the hold. Unwalled, lightly manned - prime targets for those damned dragons." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun guard) 	
"Be glad you're here in the city, and not out in Riverwood. Those poor sods don't even have a wall." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun guard) 	
"Rorikstead's a nice enough little hamlet, but a boring posting for a guard. If a dragon attacks, well... then it'll be a different story." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun guard) 	
"Thinking of settling in? There's a house for sale - Breezehome. You should talk to the steward up in the keep if you're interested." 	If the Dragonborn has not purchased Breezehome (Whiterun guard) 	
"You're that one lives in Breezehome, right? Fine place. Almost bought it myself." 	If the Dragonborn has purchased Breezehome (Whiterun guard) 	
"Stormcloaks, Imperials, dragons. Ain't no matter to me what I kill. Let them come." 	General (Whiterun guard) 	
"Careful if you cross the river to the east. Old Hajvarr Iron-Hand and his brigands are holed up in that cave, White River Watch." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Whiterun guard) 	
"Looking to do some hunting? Avoid Brittleshin Pass. It's southeast of here." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Whiterun guard) 	
"The circle of stones to the southwest? That's Secunda's Kiss. The giants hold it sacred, so tread carefully." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Whiterun guard) 	
"If you're heading east, steer clear of Hillgrund's Tomb. Thing about those old crypts - the dead having trouble staying that way." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Whiterun guard) 	
"You know, I saw something near Shimmermist Cave, to the northeast. Some kind of creature... small and wicked. Never seen its like before." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Whiterun guard) 	
"Yesterday, I saw a dragon fly right over the city. Headed northeast. Toward Shearpoint, by the looks of it." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Whiterun guard) 	
"By the gods, you're diseased. Get yourself to the White Phial and purchase a remedy, before you infect us all." 	If the Dragonborn has a disease (Windhelm guard) 	
"If you need an apothecary, the White Phial has respectable stock." 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"With Nurelion gone, I suppose Quintus has taken over business in the White Phial." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "The White Phial" (Windhelm guard) 	
"I was this close to catching that killer. I swear it." 	If the Dragonborn has completed "Blood on the Ice" (Windhelm guard) 	
"The Dunmer get their drinks at the New Gnisis Cornerclub. Why they can't just call it a tavern is beyond me..." 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"If it's bed or board you're after, Candlehearth Hall's got both." 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"You should unload some of that unwanted gear. Head over to Sadri's Used Wares, talk to the Elf." 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"Stay away from the Aretino Residence. The place is cursed." 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"My heart goes out to Clan Shatter-Shield. Kin murdered, family warhammer stolen... There's no fairness in all that." 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"We got a nickname for anyone who trifles with us guards here in Windhelm - "Suicide."" 	General (Windhelm guard) 	
"Across the river to the northeast lies Yngol Barrow. Steer clear of that foul place, lest the walking dead claim you as their own." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Windhelm guard) 	
"You hear the news? There's a dragon roosting up on Mount Anthor, to the northwest." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Windhelm guard) 	
"Maybe you've seen masts sticking out of the water to the northeast? That would be the wreck of the Winter War. Fine vessel, back in its day." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Windhelm guard) 	
"The Eye of Talos was a fine ship, once. Now it lies wrecked, off an island just north of here." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Windhelm guard) 	
"I've no problem with Orcs. But that stronghold they've got in the southeast? Narzulbur? It's an affront to my people." 	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Windhelm guard) 	
"Tell me you've seen them. Those... things. Small and evil, like something out of a nightmare. They come from Stillborn Cave, to the north. I know it."	Provides a location to the Dragonborn (Windhelm guard) 	
"Hard to believe I ever complained about Riften being cold..." 	General (Winterhold guard) 	
"Winterhold belongs to Skyrim, not the Imperials, or the Mages." 	General (Winterhold guard) 	
"Keep clear of the College, and keep yourself out of trouble." 	General (Winterhold guard) 	
"If you're here for sight-seeing, well then you've seen the sights. Might as well head somewhere warmer." 	General (Winterhold guard) 	
"Take care if you're venturing too far from town. That's a bitter wind coming off the Sea of Ghosts." 	General (Winterhold guard) 	
"Time to cleanse the Empire of its filth." 	When the Dragonborn states, "I'd rather die than go to prison!" when confronted for their criminal activity (Solitude Guard) 	
"Halt. You're under arrest for murder and conspiracy against the city of Markarth!" 	When the Dragonborn killed the three guards in the Talos Shrine during The Forsworn Conspiracy, but successfully yields to another guard upon escape (Markarth City Guard)	
"Not a chance. Not for this. You're going to the Cidhna Mine for the rest of your days." 	If the Dragonborn fails at bribing the guard (Markarth City Guard) 	
"Well... maybe just this once. But there's still a price on your head. Better make yourself scarce, or we'll have to do this little dance again." 	If the Dragonborn successfully bribes the guard 	
"The "problem" is your disrespect for the laws of this land. It's time to face the Jarl's justice." 	When the Dragonborn states, "What's the problem?" when confronted for their criminal activity 	
"Ha, enjoy the Chill." 	If the Dragonborn accepts their prison sentence (Winterhold Guard) 	
"You'll never see the sun again. No one escapes Cidhna Mine. No one." 	If the Dragonborn accepts their prison sentence (Markarth City Guard) 	
"It's off to Cidhna Mine for you." 	If the Dragonborn accepts their prison sentence (Markarth City Guard) 	
"You're going to rot in the Dragonsreach Dungeon." 	If the Dragonborn accepts their prison sentence (Whiterun Guard) 	
"A stretch in the Castle Dour Dungeon will straighten you right out." 	If the Dragonborn accepts their prison sentence (Solitude Guard) 	
"I guess you're smarter than you look." 	If the Dragonborn accepts their prison sentence 	
"Well, your bounty is low... All right, get out of my sight. But you're known to me now, scum. Remember that." 	If the Dragonborn states, "I don't have time for this. Do you?" 	
"You know what? You're not worth the hassle. Go... be some other guard's problem." 	If the Dragonborn states, "I don't have time for this. Do you?" 	
"You aren't fooling me. Trusted witnesses have seen you commit several murders." 	If the Dragonborn states, "It wasn't me. I've been framed!" 	
"And there are accounts of your suspicious behavior throughout the city. Now come quietly." 	If the Dragonborn states, "It wasn't me. I've been framed!" 	
"Good enough. I'll just confiscate any stolen goods you're carrying, then you're free to go." 	If the Dragonborn pays off their bounty 	
"You're not sweet-talking your way out of this. Not after what you did. You're headed to Cidhna Mine, and that's that." 	If the Dragonborn states, "Any chance I could talk you into overlooking this?" (Markarth City Guard) 	
"All right, but you just watch yourself. Next time, I might not be so lenient." 	If the Dragonborn successfully convinces the guard into overlooking the crime 	
"Then suffer the Emperor's wrath." 	If the Dragonborn states, "I'd rather die than go to prison!" (Imperial Guard) 	
"Skyrim has no use for your kind." 	If the Dragonborn states, "I'd rather die than go to prison!" 	
"Then let me speed your passage to Sovngarde!" 	If the Dragonborn states, "I'd rather die than go to prison!" 	
"Suit yourself, but you better decide what you want to do about this arrest. No one walks away for free." 	If the Dragonborn states, "Too rich for my blood." 	
"I don't care who you're with. After what you did, you're lucky I'm not cutting you down where you stand!" 	If the guard refuses to accept the Dragonborn's bribe 	
"No one in the Jarl's court is above the charge of conspiring against the city. You're coming with us." 	If the Dragonborn states, "I'm the Jarl's Thane. I demand you let me go at once." 	
"You're the one who conspired with the Forsworn against Markarth! You're coming with me, murderer!" 	If the Dragonborn states, "You're making a mistake.." when confronted with their crimes (Markarth City Guard) 	
"The only mistake was you showing your face. You've committed crimes against Skyrim and her people, and it's time to face the Jarl's justice." 	If the Dragonborn states, "You're making a mistake.." when confronted with their crimes 	
"You dare dishonor the Legion?" 	In combat (Imperial Holds) 	
"Fool! The Imperial Legion will have your blood!" 	In combat (Imperial Holds) 	
"The Stormcloaks pay blood for blood!" 	In combat (Stormcloak Holds) 	
"Bad idea." 	In combat (Stormcloak Holds) 	
"Loyal Nords are always welcome here. Anyone else better watch their step." 	General (Windhelm Guard) 	
"This is Stormcloak territory. If you're one of those craven Imperials, don't expect a warm welcome." 	General (Windhelm Guard) 	
"Stand back. Interrupting an execution is a serious crime." 	During Roggvir's execution (Solitude Guard) 	
"With Irileth, you either come back covered with glory or not at all." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I'm glad you're coming with us. They say Talos favors you." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"We'd better keep moving." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"We'd better keep moving. Who knows what that dragon is doing." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I hope the tower holds out until we get there." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"That dragon should have stuck with killing Imperials. Now he's gonna learn how real Nords fight." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"My counsin's stationed at the watchtower. I hope he's alright." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Shor's Bones, Did it kill them all...?" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"This doesn't look good." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"We'd better find out what's happened." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Talos save us! It's a dragon!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You really think we can kill a dragon?" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I can't get a beat on him." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Stay under cover!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You're going to pay!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Fall to me, dragon!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Does anyone see him?" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Don't just stand there! Kill him!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You don't stand a chance!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"We don't stand a chance!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You're already dead." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Take him down! It's our best chance!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You'll die this day, dragon!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Well, well. Another maggot to squash underneath my boots." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You're outmatched!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"Look at that!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I can't believe it. You're... Dragonborn..." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I'm glad you're on our side." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I'm proud to be your battle-brother, Dragonborn. Whiterun doesn't need to fear with you on our side." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"We taught that dragon not to mess with Whiterun, didn't we?" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"I can't believe we actually killed a dragon!" 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You sure took care of that dragon. Dragonborn or not, that's good enough for me." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"The guards in Dragonsreach say you've aided the Jarl. On behalf of Whiterun, I thank you." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"You have the Jarl's confidence, friend. And so you have mine." 	During "Dragon Rising" (Whiterun Guard) 	
"For the Emperor!" 	In combat (Imperial Holds) 	
"I hear the East Empire Company has reopened, thanks in no small part to you. Well done. All of Skyrim benefits from their trade. 	After completion of "Rise in the East" 	
"Word is Elenwen's furious. Big party at the Thalmor Embassy, and one of the guests went someplace they shouldn't. Caused quite a commotion." 	After completion of "Diplomatic Immunity" 	
"First Torygg and now Elisif. Damn those Stormcloaks. Let's hope that Erikur fares better than they did." 	After completion of "Boethiah's Bidding" (unfinished quest), Imperial-allied guards 	
"We'll protect Erikur as best we're able, but I fear the throne of Solitude is cursed." 	After completion of "Boethiah's Bidding" (unfinished quest), Imperial-allied guards 	
"It is whispered that one of the Daedric Princes himself is behind the murder of Elisif. It would seem even the nobility of Oblivion favors our cause."	After completion of "Boethiah's Bidding" (unfinished quest), Stormcloak-allied guards 	
"Filthy she-hound Elisif got what she deserved. Let her serve as "High Queen" of Oblivion, for all I care." 	After completion of "Boethiah's Bidding" (unfinished quest), Stormcloak-allied guards 	
"I used to serve with Trilf and Steirod. Good guys, but don't get on their bad side, you know?" 	Unused dialogue for getting into the faction that is named "Dialogue Faction for Haafingar Hold Guards" 	
"I once saw Steirod tear a whole tree out the ground with his bare hands. Glad he's on our side!" 	Unused dialogue for getting into the faction that is named "Dialogue Faction for Haafingar Hold Guards" 	
"These boys do good work for the Empire!" 	Unused dialogue for getting into the faction that is named "Dialogue Faction for Haafingar Hold Guards" 	
"Nice to be here on the home-front. Wouldn't mind being down in Cyrodiil, though." 	Unused dialogue for getting into the faction that is named "Dialogue Faction for Haafingar Hold Guards" 	
==Gallery==
Dawnstar Guard.jpeg|A close-up Dawnstar guard
Hold Guard - Female (Riften).png|A female Riften guard.
==Trivia==
*All guards encountered during the quest "No One Escapes Cidhna Mine" cannot be bribed, persuaded or intimidated. The chosen option(s) will always fail no matter how high the Dragonborn's Speech skill level is, therefore the only viable course of action is to engage in combat or give in to the arrest.
*Sometimes, if Guards see a dead body and the Dragonborn happens to be next to it, they will ask if they know about it. A bad choice of dialogue options can lead the Guards to throw the Dragonborn in jail if they refuse to co-operate.
*Guards are not fooled by the invisibility spell when attempting an arrest.
*Guards are not affected by either Calm, Fury, or Fear spells, even if they are master-leveled. They are, however, affected by Courage spells.
*Guards saying "Let me guess, someone stole your sweetroll" is a reference to several other Bethesda games where the theft of a sweetroll is treated as an ongoing joke.
==Bugs==
Click to see the list of bugs encountered
*If all Solitude Guards are slain at once there is a possible bug where guards will not respawn. This also happens to the Imperial/Stormcloaks in Riverwood. If the Dragonborn has a large fine they want to pay, and there are no guards to arrest them, they could enter castle dour and find the commander.
*When the guards arrest the Dragonborn, and one declares that they are the Thane of the Hold, the bounty will get cleared but the guards will still be hostile.
*If the Dragonborn chooses the option to fight or has a very high bounty, has low health and runs out of the place the guards will instantly kill them, causing in an indefinite loophole. This can be countered by loading a save before the crime or by mass consuming health potions and running away. The second option will not change your bounty.
*If the Dragonborn attempts to pickpocket an Imperial Guard and is caught, all Imperial Guards will act as though they have previously caught the Dragonborn, making it impossible to pickpocket any of them. Only possible way to fix this is to revert to a previous save before the attempted pickpocketing.
* If the Dragonborn is caught having to pay bounty in Solitude, the game might glitch and put them under the city. This can be avoided simply by walking to the exit doors.
* If one pickpockets someone in the Whiterun hold, then decide to fight rather than go to jail if one is caught, then return to Whiterun and enter Breezehome, the guards will attack at once and deny surrender. This can be fixed by running away from the city to Riverwood and sheathing any weapon in front of a guard.
*In Whiterun, every time the Dragonborn enters the city, the guard at the main gate may start attacking for an unknown reason. To fix this, sheathe any weapons.
*In the Whiterun Dungeon, the guards may become invisible.
* Even if the Dragonborn has gone through the "Purity" questline, curing their own lycanthropy, guards will still make remarks as if the Dragonborn was a werewolf, such as, "Is that fur... coming out of your ears?"
*Even after the Dragonborn has become the Harbinger, the guards still say that they are the "new member of the Companions."
*In Winterhold, if guards are killed by enemies or by the Dragonborn, they will not respawn, even if they were in the city.
*If one fast travels to Sarethi Farm there may be a chance that there will be a Riften guard fighting an Imperial soldier. The guard will still be there, even if Riften was taken over by Imperials.
* There is a rare bug in Solitude where five guards leave Castle Dour naked except for their sword. The guards begin to walk the streets, however, once the Dragonborn enters any building, they either equip clothing or vanish. This is the only known way to see a guard's face without killing them, with the exception of pickpocketing.
* If the Dragonborn is attacked by a guard but sheathes their weapon, the guard will still attack. Drawing and sheathing any weapon again may fix this.
*In Riften, a Riften Guard will spawn and start attacking the Imperial soldiers if the Dragonborn took over the Rift with the Empire.
* If the Dragonborn decapitates a guard, their head will stay on their body until their helmet is taken off.
*A Whiterun Guard may suddenly appear after fast travel. He will stand then and say the normal Guard Dialogue.
*There is a rare bug in Whiterun where guards duplicate times two and walk side by side with their duplicates.
*A Whiterun Guard may carry a torch and bow at the same time, but still fire the bow.
*If the Dragonborn has an unpaid bounty, and is killed, either by a guard or by other causes, the guard might say "Wait, I know you," despite the Dragonborn's death.
==Appearances==
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it:Guardie feudali
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