Description

 

"You believe you, 'know' the Daedra? Do you wish to bet on that? If all you, 'know' of my kind is that we are evil, you...know nothing."

 

Known as various things both across Tamriel's history, and within the pages of books written by scholars and Mages, the Daedra are often cast as villains, or at best, opportunistic entities that seek only to stir nothing but chaos, death, and destruction. But in the arena of mortals, a complex group of races that often make the world they live in nothing more than a cage, either for themselves, or for others. No matter if that cage is meant to keep one restrained, in mind or body, or perhaps a cage that is meant as said - an arena, wherein displays of physical, magical or cunning prowess will mean that you survive. But if you can display none of this? Someone else will. 

 

But for the Daedra who manage even a brief time on Mundus, they have different reasons for their actions. Perhaps a summon goes awry, and the murder of their summoner carries the same weight as a slave managing to overcome their oppressor. But no matter the beginning, what follows may be, a matter of self interest, that may extend to others. 

 

While some histories of Haafingar have been lost to time, there exists the knowledge among the leadership of Solitude, that one of the Hold's Nobility, lays claim to a dark legacy - one of many throughout the land's history. But unlike other people of note, while it is true that the expected monetary fealty is paid to the Court, rare is their visit to Solitude itself. Recently, it seems an envoy was sent to meet with the Hold's leadership, offering not only condolences for recent events, but most in the Capital are blissfully unaware of any other intentions they may possess.

 

The only known story of this noble line, if perhaps that is true, would be that it is a family of Daedra worshippers, but these are not cultists making sacrifices of blood or souls to the Lords of Oblivion. Instead, the most secretive of rumors suggest the denizens of this out of the way castle are in fact, Daedra themselves, which pay heed to many, if not all of the Princes in various ways. Some worship them, akin to those adhering to the Divines, while others perhaps possess an equally fervent belief in a given Prince, the ends of this being something beyond the laws of Skyrim or Haafingar.

 

Characters

 

Celene, Lykaios, TSF - The Lady of Ikan Castle, who is known to be either the strongest in the fortres, or among them - but any of strength would see a challenge to her as a matter of weakness, as perhaps the challenge would be a matter of proving who is stronger - but not more worthy of the Castle's power.

 

Kaeros - Three of Celene's Children, standing out among the rest for their nearly unequalled skills in combat, thievery, and magic, respectively. Named for a creature whose lore is lost to the current Era of Tamriel, these three have found more power in their worship of the Daedric Princes, each of them notable Champions.

 

              Kaer, Lykaios, F - A Knight of the Dark Prince, her prowess in combat could rival, and possibly surpass any of Tamriel's greatest warriors. 

 

              Baer, Lykaios, F - Touched by Twilight, she is the unseen, one who could steal the most precious jewels of Kings, right from their very pockets - and it maybe a matter hours, and miles before they realize, but cannot cite her as responsible. Known by many to have seen the true form of the Mother of Shadows, her skills proving worthy enough to steal from her mistress, a kiss.

              

              Orus, Lykaios, F - History, Knowledge, and Magic. For her service to the Demon of Knowledge, she has the lore of ages, information that could both create and destroy Empires, but her aims tend to be more, calculated. 

 

Aster, Lykaios, M - A loyal guard to Celene, and a warrior of almost equal strength, holding a deep respect for her.

 

Dokari, Lykaios, M - A aspiring Blacksmith, and another of Celene's children, his interest in the trade having manifested only recently.

 

Kryo, Lykaios, Blacksmith, TSF - A woman who believes her work should speak for itself, rather than believing herself so easily "better" than any other Blacksmith in all of Mundus, or Oblivion.

 

Aria, Lykaios, TSF - Not directly related to Celene, but certainly a woman of influence, who ensures the Castle has a ongoing flow of coin with the production and sale of Wine. and while she knows much about it's production, her main role is as an investor into the business.

 

Roslyn, Dremora, TSF - Her residence upon Mundus is an unknown factor, but in spite of her race(which has been questioned very little, based upon her personality), many quickly understand her aptitude for business, alongside her intimate knowledge of spirits, of varying kinds. It is this knowledge that drives the Castle's production of wine, and she has informed Aria of many aspects of such a trade. Additionally, she wears her reverence for Sanguine on her sleeve, even if it is a rarity that she dons more than pieces of jewelry, mostly golden, in contrast to the rest of Ikan's residents, who prefer silver.

 

Zoe, Lykaios, M - "Oh, so you know. But that actually changes very little. Since my plans involved keeping you alive, I hope you wish to stay that way, pup."

 

Atmos, Lykaios, M - Equally manly, and yet with a touch of flamboyant, rare is the sight of this Wolf equated with the term, "dry" - given that his chosen place within the Castle is managing a flooded section of the Castle, which now serves as a bathing area.

 

Keko, Lykaios, Alchemist, M - A young Wolf with a interest in anything related to Alchemy.

 

Lucia, Nord, F - Her story is a matter of debate among many, given that she seems both old and young at the same time. 

 

Ava, Dremora, F - (W.I.P)

 

Tefra, Dremora, F - A Dremora who respects Sanguine, she serves as the Castle's Cook, seeing respect from everyone - especially Kryo, and some others of note within the Castle's walls.

 

Mouro, Khajiit, M - This cat will stare at you with two eyes. One shall see what you will do by choice, and the other, what you will be forced to do. But if you barter with him, perhaps you can take a third option.

 

Meryll, Dremora, TSF - One of the castle's maids, she seems to have been one the longest. 

 

Neema, Argonian, F - Most involved with cooking, this scaly maid knows exactly what you might bring up when conversing with her. 

 

Quests

 

Three Dog Night (MQ)- Meet with the Kaeros, and see what their Mistress requires of you.

 

Revenge of A Fate (SQ) - "My revenge is does not request your death. No, instead it requires you to understand exactly what you have done."

 

Paint the Walls Red(SQ) - "I'm not asking you to take me home. I'm asking you to come home with me - and to carve a bloody swath through members of my kind that care nothing for the living."

 

Mod Requirements

 

-All Vanilla content

-Schlongs of Skyrim

-Lykaios Reborn

 

Credits

 

KS Hairdos - Renewal - Kalilies and Stealthic

Wearable Horns - EAR