Asset: Khajiit
Name: Rijjan
Alias: The "Saber-Toothed Lion Queen", more recently "Dragonborn", "The Dragon-Knight", "The Champion" and "Hero of Whiterun".
Important Notes: Rijjan, as she goes by, is a 6'5 muscular "Cathay" of about mid-forties. Fur pattern is a typical blend of mostly greys with white and tan markings. Criss-crossed are black lines not dissimilar to a tiger. Eyes are a distinctive green-gold. Fangs are noticeably well kept. Hair "mane" is very long and braided, being an earthy dark brown colour. Fur and "Mane" are well kept with a noticeable luxurious lustre.
Rijjan has served the Aldmeri Dominion faithfully for over 30 years, First as a soldier and second as an ally. She initially was involved in the wave of soldiers passing through khajiiti lands during the unfortunately ended 'Great War'. As far as can be gathered, witness accounts indicate she showed great ferocity and tactical genius in battle that earned her the moniker of "Saber-Toothed Lion Queen" leading to her promotion to rank of Lieutenant. An uncommon feat for a khajiit at the time.
After word reached the guarded town in which she was stationed of the Aldmeri Dominion's defeat in the Imperial City, First Commander Curlach deemed it the wisest course of action to strategically retreat to Dominion lands and await further orders. A move that proved wise indeed.
Since then, Rijjan served variously as bodyguard to Khajiiti and Altmer Thalmor representatives, with her actions in battle earning her a medal of Valour. At her request, she was posted to Skyrim to serve the Embassy there.
Dragonborn Incident: It has been confirmed that the soul of Rijjan is indeed unlike that of a mortal's. The local Nords believe her to be the reincarnation of their fabled 'Dragonborn' who is destined to defeat the Nordic dragon-god Alduin (See Dossier: Alduin for more information). This 'Dragonborn' is believed to possess a dragon's soul in a mortal's body, the dragons themselves having only appeared during the previous nine months. A chance encounter with one of the creatures has confirmed that there is truth to these tales, including a previously unknown form of magic used by them, known as a "Shout" (See attachments #1, #2, and #3 for possible ways in which this knowledge can be applied to the benefit of the Dominion)
Current Status: Independent Agent.
First Council,
I would like to bring to your attention a matter involving the army veteran khajiit, Rijjan. A matter that may indeed prove to be the key to our challenges in "Skyrim."
Rijjan has shown great loyalty to the Dominion during past and present actions, a position she has held fast to to an impressive degree (See attachment #5 for Re-Educator Racuaweth's Observation notes).
Due to the loyalty and responsibility she has demonstrated, and her ease in gaining the locals' trust, I would like to forward and recommend her as candidate for First Commander of the Aldmeri Dominion within Skyrim. The reasons for this are two-fold: Rijjan holds much sway over our soldiers, having already informally led a number of missions throughout the land that have all proved highly successful in their goals (See attachment #4). With her presence and prestige across the land she is better able to further Dominion agendas when seen to be head of the soldiers, as an example to others on the benefits of joining the Dominion. Already she has turned a number of towns to look on the Dominion with favour, something that would have taken us a number of months to accomplish under previous administration. Reason two is that Rijjan has demonstrated that she possesses great tactical and military acumen. As a veteran of the 'Great War' she is apt at formulating strategic plans and has shown cunning wisdom in past actions. She also knows the land well. When placed against her, the alternative candidate - despite being an Altmer - is at a severe disadvantage.
Rijjan also aided in the location and entrapment of the Blade agents known as "Delphine" and "Esben" (Concerning this capture, see Dossier: Riften Rattrap for more information). Both have proven extremely difficult to find in the past, I would point out, and Rijjan's help was instrumental in finding them. Interrogation of the two by the Third Emissary revealed new light on the dragon crisis, how it began, and how to stop it. With this knowledge the Aldmeri Dominion could rise to the role of saviours in the eyes of the local Nords, setting the stage for a proper cessation of Skyrim from the Empire.
To that end, I believe the Khajiit will be integral part of the process, something that would occur sooner should she be promoted for her services. She has demonstrated great prowess and loyalty, confirmed by her associates, and this would boost morale which I must stress is very important in this delicate situation. In conclusion I, First Emissary Elenwen of Skyrim, cast my vote for First Commander of the Aldmeri Dominion in the land of Skyrim to 11th Luitenant Rijjan of Anequina, Elsweyr. That is all. Thank you.
Faithfully,
First Emissary to Skyrim Elenwen.
Elenwen placed the quill back into the inkpot and leaned back in her chair, slowly sipping on a glass of Arenthian wine (gold). She re-read the letter as the ink dried in the flickering firelight, a snowstorm raging in the night sky outside. She winced slightly at its contents. One did not lightly offer such a suggestion or cast such a vote easily to her superiors, of this she was well aware. A khajiit army commander, even a representative in a country, was almost unheard of in the Dominion considering their status as beast-men and not mer. The benefits should this go through though… Elenwen let that thought trail off, momentarily lost in her mind. The crack of wood splintering in the fireplace brought her back. She took a look at the letter again. No, this had to go through.
Elenwen stood up, placing her glass on her table, and walked to her chest. She opened it and withdrew a number of charcoal pieces and a well-crafted leather bag which she then placed on her table. She then gathered the letter and its attachments and placed them in the bag. Once the table was mostly cleared, she took the charcoal and drew a medium sized circle on it. Within she drew Oht, the symbol of Oblivion.
Elenwen stepped back, took a deep calming breath, and began chanting out a spell all the while forging magic runes in the air with her fingers. Almost immediately lightning began to crackle around the circle, growing increasingly frenzied as the incantation continued, threatening to lash out at everything. Elenwen continued chanting, her voice ringing out clearly in old Aldmeris, until she reached the last syllable of the spell whereby she gestured towards Oht. Lightning drew from around the circle into the symbol which glowed a deep violet before space rippled and twisted, coalescing into the summoned form of a Lightfrost daedra.
Elenwen took a moment to admire her handiwork before gesturing the daedra to listen. "Take this bag to Arlunon in Alinor. Tell him it's from Elenwen and that I am calling in the favour he owes. Tell him I said, 'Make certain that this gets passed.' Have you got that?" The dimunitive daedra nodded her rather pretty head.
"Good, see to it that the contents arrive where I want them to safe and undamaged. Be discreet, and make sure no one else sees you give it to him."
The daedra took the bag in her hands and fluttered her wings. Elenwen gestured that it was free to leave. With a giggle and a somewhat extravagant air acrobatic, the creature disappeared in a burst of snow flakes and white light, taking her cargo with her. Elenwen was confident her message would be received, the spell ensured she would be obeyed.
She moved to sit in her chair and let out a deep breath she did not know she had been holding. She was playing with fire by placing all her bets on the khajiit and her superiors would soon know it. Emissaries had been dismissed for much less. She was confident however that Arlunon would not disappoint her in swaying the council to her view. She took her glass in one hand, drink warmed slightly by the fire, and allowed herself a smile before taking a sip.