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Which plant is mentioned as being useful for alchemy along with bleeding crown mushrooms and Deathbell flower?

  • Tundra cotton
  • Luna moths
  • Jazbay grapes (correct)
  • Crimson Nirnroot

    • Which beast is specifically noted for posing a danger to hunters and fishermen in Skyrim?

  • Horker (correct)
  • Slaughterfish
  • Werewolf
  • Ice wolf

    • Crimson Nirnroot can exclusively be found in which location within Skyrim?

  • Rivers and lakes
  • The tundras
  • Snowy mountains
  • Blackreach caverns (correct)

    • Which of the following creatures is mentioned as being hunted by young traditional Nords in rites of passage?

    <p>Ice wraith</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What notable remnants of ancient culture dedicated to dragons can be found in Skyrim?

    <p>Word walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method by which a jarl is chosen in Skyrim?

    <p>Heredity and right of arms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following holds was created as a result of the Reach becoming an independent kingdom?

    <p>Karthald</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain is the highest in Tamriel and not located in Skyrim?

    <p>Red Mountain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the Moot's decision-making is highlighted regarding the High King's direct heir?

    <p>Only the heir can be considered unless unfit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic primarily defines Winterhold, Eastmarch, the Rift, and the Pale?

    <p>They are isolated both geographically and politically.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions does NOT share a border with Skyrim?

    <p>Elsweyr</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has historically characterized the western hold of the Reach in Skyrim?

    <p>It has been cosmopolitan and diverse in race.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of acts of dishonor for the High King of Skyrim?

    <p>They can lead to a recall by the Moot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What transformation occurred in the southern half after the Red Year?

    <p>It turned into an ashland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is believed to have originally inhabited Bleakrock Isle before being driven out?

    <p>The Nords</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Karthald primarily established for during its inception?

    <p>To act as a defensive border against the Reach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Icereach Island eventually become the home of?

    <p>A coven of Reachfolk witches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which major event led to the destruction of Karthwatch?

    <p>An assault by the Icereach Coven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was believed to be overthrown during the mythical Dragon War?

    <p>The Dragon Cult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event sparked the long chain of conquests that expelled the Elves from Skyrim?

    <p>The Night of Tears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the sole survivor of Jarl Olfwenn's court after the attack on Karthwatch?

    <p>Magister Fridelja, the court wizard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical feature dominates the southeastern corner of Whiterun Hold?

    <p>Throat of the World</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What powerful relic remains from the Dawn Era?

    <p>The Skyforge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which significant site is located within Falkreath Hold?

    <p>One of the largest heroes' graveyards in Skyrim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which clan founded the city of Arkngthamz?

    <p>Clan Kragen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused the internal conflict among the Dwemer city-states?

    <p>The discovery of rich deposits of Aetherium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the nature of the relationship between Falkreath Hold and the Colovian Estates?

    <p>A history marked by conflict and governance changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After the disappearance of the Dwemer race, what group remained under the ground?

    <p>The Falmer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hold was formerly the epicenter of a vast trading network with Morrowind?

    <p>The Rift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of Skyrim's division into two independent kingdoms?

    <p>The assassination of High King Logrolf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant geographical characteristics define the Rift hold?

    <p>Temperate climate and autumn forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the Ysgramor-led immigrants establish Nordic supremacy in Skyrim?

    <p>Late Merethic Era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was Karthald established?

    <p>2E 577</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is commonly depicted as the first Nordic settler of Skyrim?

    <p>Ysgramor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature is characteristic of the landscape of Whiterun Hold?

    <p>Flat plains dotted with farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following settlements is NOT located within Whiterun Hold?

    <p>Morthal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which era did the Elven rule of Skyrim effectively end?

    <p>First Era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to the residents of Karthwatch during the Icereach Coven's assault?

    <p>They were turned into Harrowfiends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ultimate fate of Karthald as a hold?

    <p>It disappeared after the destruction of Karthwatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical feature significantly isolates Winterhold from other regions of Skyrim?

    <p>The Velothi Mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river does not drain into the Sea of Ghosts?

    <p>River Hjaal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capital city of Hjaalmarch?

    <p>Morthal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hold is referred to as having the lowest taxes among all holds in Skyrim?

    <p>Hjaalmarch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a prominent feature of the Pale hold's landscape?

    <p>Pale white tundra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hold is known for being a center of both academia and arcana?

    <p>Winterhold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What local flora is abundant in the swamps of Hjaalmarch?

    <p>Deathbell flower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following rivers forms the main drainage system in Hjaalmarch?

    <p>River Hjaal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city serves as the capital of the Pale hold?

    <p>Dawnstar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary geographical characteristics of Haafingar?

    <p>Mountainous terrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hold is famous for the ancient, Daedra-worshipping culture of the Reachmen?

    <p>The Reach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique climatic condition does Hjaalmarch experience due to its marshland geography?

    <p>Persistent fog</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Karth River, associated with multiple holds, is significant for its role in which geographical feature?

    <p>Karth River Canyon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following holds has the capital city of Solitude?

    <p>Haafingar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted the division of Skyrim into Eastern and Western kingdoms?

    <p>The declaration of Svartr as High King by a Moot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which kingdom did Freydis rule over after her acceptance by the Crown of Verity?

    <p>Eastern Skyrim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which High King ruled from Whiterun?

    <p>High King Olaf One-Eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significantly affected the population dynamics of Eastern Skyrim around 4E 5?

    <p>The Red Year in Morrowind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artifact was crafted to test the worthiness of rulers in Skyrim?

    <p>Crown of Verity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the capital of Skyrim when Harald became High King?

    <p>Windhelm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Orcs in Skyrim were escorted into the province by which group?

    <p>The Imperial Legion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the Tiber War that led to the reunification of the kingdoms of Skyrim?

    <p>2E 582</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is predominantly used in modern Nordic architecture?

    <p>Granite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ruler's reign is associated with the construction of the Old Fort?

    <p>Ysgramor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Dragon Priests hold during the early history of Skyrim?

    <p>Rulers on par with kings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of flora is prevalent in Skyrim due to its environment?

    <p>Pine forests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the increased Elven population in Skyrim during the Fourth Era?

    <p>Persecution of Talos worshippers by Thalmor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Skyrim Province Overview

    • Skyrim, the northernmost province of Tamriel, is a mountainous region also known as the Old Kingdom, Mereth, or the Fatherland. It is called Keizaal in the dragon tongue.
    • Primarily inhabited by Nords, it was previously home to Elves.
    • The High King of Skyrim is chosen by the Moot, a convention of jarls.
    • Jarls are regional rulers, chosen through heredity or right of arms.
    • The High King typically rules until death, but acts of dishonor, like cowardice, can lead to recall by the Moot.
    • Since the Pact of Chieftains (1E 420), the Moot prioritizes the High King's heir unless there's no fit heir.
    • Bordering provinces include Morrowind, Cyrodiil, Hammerfell, High Rock, and the Sea of Ghosts.
    • Four of Tamriel's five highest mountains are in Skyrim (Red Mountain is the exception).
    • Northern Skyrim is cold and snowy; southern regions are milder.

    Geographical Divisions (Holds)

    • Skyrim is divided into nine traditional holds, each with its own jarl and capital city.
    • These are Haafingar, Hjaalmarch, the Pale, Winterhold, Eastmarch, the Rift, Whiterun, Falkreath, and the Reach.
    • Karthald was a temporary, tenth hold created during the Interregnum.
    • The "Old Holds" (Winterhold, Eastmarch, the Rift, and the Pale) are geographically and politically isolated.
    • The Reach has been more cosmopolitan historically, with diverse inhabitants.

    Hold Specific Descriptions

    • Eastmarch is in eastern Skyrim, an Old Hold.
      • Contains Windhelm, the province's significant city, with hot springs believed to be Daedric relics.
      • Contains several rivers (Darkwater, White, and Yorgrim) that flow into the Sea of Ghosts.
    • The Pale is a northern central region with Dawnstar, a bustling port.
    • Winterhold, on the northeastern coast, is known for its harsh landscape and the College of Winterhold, a prominent school of magic.
    • Hjaalmarch is a lowland coastal hold with the Drajkmyr marsh and capital Morthal.
      • Includes the Karth delta where the Karth and Hjaal rivers meet the sea. Known for mysterious ruins.
    • Haafingar, a small, mountainous coastal hold, has Solitude, a major city perched atop the Great Arch.
      • Features the Karth River, important for trade.
      • Borders High Rock and the Reach.
    • The Reach is in southwestern Skyrim.
      • Known for its capital, Markarth, a formerly Dwemer stronghold.
      • The Karth River flows through the hold.
      • Has a notable Orc stronghold in its southern mountains.
    • Karthald, created during the Interregnum, existed until its destruction and subsequent loss to the Reach after a witches' attack
    • Whiterun, in central Skyrim, is a well-traveled hold with fertile plains surrounding its capital.
      • Has main roads and access to the Reach and other holds.
    • Falkreath, with its verdant pine forest and capital city, is associated with ancient battles.
      • Lake Ilinalta is the largest freshwater body in Skyrim.
    • The Rift, a southeastern region, is known for its temperate climate and Riften, a significant trading hub.

    History & Notable Rulers

    • Skyrim's history revolves around the arrival of different groups.
    • Nords are presented as the dominant group, initially led by Ysgramor.
    • The Dragon Cult (worshipping dragons) was a former society in early Skyrim until the Dragon War.
    • The Dwemer were a previous inhabitant group who disappeared.
    • The Falmer are slave monsters created by the Dwemer.
    • The division of Skyrim into two kingdoms (Eastern and Western) is described along with the events leading to it.
    • Re-unification of Skyrim is also described.

    Notable Features & Places

    • Skyrim has a rich collection of flora and fauna; including nirnroot variants, ice wolves, and dragons (of various sizes and descriptions)
    • Dragons have left their mark on the land with structures and relics dedicated to them.
    • The Skyforge, an ancient and powerful forge, is also described.
    • Several islands (Solstheim, Bleakrock Isle, Icereach) are mentioned.
    • Whiterun is a significant hold because of its location on a wide road system and for the Throat of the World mountain in its domain.

    Architecture

    • Nord architecture is long-lasting; often using stone and wood, with structures that were built partly underground for warmth
    • Ancient ruins are scattered across Skyrim, built for settlements and temples associated with the Dragons.
    • The Nords used a unique method of erecting igneous rock.

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