Notes of Tamriel #4 by Olivia Chirja
Jacob Helios is Dragonborn… My cousin who was born in Whiterun, who is a Templar, is the Dragonborn! The Divines have their hands in this when the dragons arrive and with the portals. Now we head to Dragonsreach and report to the Jarl. Maybe the return of the Dragonborn will set things right with the Convergence.
Chapter 8: Rise of Sunstriders, Expansion, and return trip to Riverwood
18th of Last Seed
Elsewhere in the Reach
Deep underground from the surface is the headquarters of the most brilliant minds from the Commonwealth.
This is the Institute.
Scientists who fled underground at the Commonwealth Institute of Technology or the C.I.T. For short.
They created new and better technology from the old world. But their greatest creations are the Synths. Humanoid beings that disguise as everyday people, but beneath their skin is metal, wires, and tech that make up the synths.
Now Father, the leader of the Institute is holding a meeting about their situation.
Their arrival to Tamriel.
"Where do we stand? Given our situation." Father said.
"From what we understand. The entire Institute including the C.I.T. Was transported to the land of Tamriel. And in the province of Skyrim." Madison Li, head of Advanced Systems,answered.
"But let's not forget the boons we collected." Clayton Holdren, head of Bioscience, added. "New species of sentient beings of Khajiit, Argonians, and surprisingly elves."
"And from the area we scouted the area, we collected some robots that are designed for security and others for medical purposes." Alan Binet, head of Robotics, replied.
"That is very good, continue to keep me informed on their progress and the analysis being done on the technology." Father had questions he wished to see answered of where these odd designed robots had come from and the value of their technology.
Plans were slowly stirring in his mind.
Whiterun
Dragonsreach
After they Mirmulnir defeat, learned that Helios is Dragonborn and heard the call of the Greybeards, and harvested the scales, bones, and surprisingly a pile of gold.
The Helios party, Companions, Irileth, and the arriving Dragon Riders of Berk arrived at Dragonsreach to report to the Jarl.
When they reach the throne, they see Jarl Balgruuf, Proventus, Colonel Hsu, and Hrongar.
"Good. You're finally here. The Jarl's been waiting for you." Proventus said.
Jacob nodded as he stepped forward to talk to the Jarl.
"So what happened at the watchtower? Was the dragon there?" Balgruuf asked.
"The watchtower was damaged, but we killed the dragon." Jacob answered.
"I knew I could count on Irileth. But there must be more to it than that."
"When the dragon died, I absorbed its power, and… I'm the Dragonborn."
Balgruuf eyes widened at the revelation. "So it's true. The Greybeards really were summoning you."
"But who are the Greybeards?" Ash asked.
"They are the Masters of the Way of the Voice. They live in seclusion high on the slopes of the Throat of the World. And the Dragonborn is uniquely gifted in the Voice - the ability to focus the vital essence into a Thu'um, or Shout. If Helios really is the Dragonborn, they can teach him how to use the gift." Balgruuf explained.
"Didn't you hear the thundering sound as you returned to Whiterun? That was the voice of the Greybeards, summoning you to High Hrothgar! This hasn't happened in ... centuries, at least. Not since Tiber Septim himself was summoned when he was still Talos of Atmora!" Hrongar exclaimed.
"Hrongar, calm yourself. What does any of this Nord nonsense have to do with our friend here? Capable as he may be, I don't see any signs of him being this, what, 'Dragonborn.'" Proventus said.
"Nord nonsense?! Why you puffed-up ignorant... These are our sacred traditions that go back to the founding of the First Empire!" Hrongar said offended. "I'll let Hsu slide, since the colonel and his people are still learning about our way." He added.
"Hrongar. Don't be so hard on Avenicci." Balgruuf said.
"I meant no disrespect, of course. It's just that... What do these Greybeards want with him?" Proventus asked, pointing towards Helios.
"That's the Greybeards' business, not ours." Balgruuf said then he turned to Jacob.
"Whatever happened when you killed that dragon, it revealed something in you, and the Greybeards heard it. If they think you're Dragonborn, who are we to argue? You'd better get up to High Hrothgar immediately. There's no refusing the summons of the Greybeards, it's a tremendous honor. I envy you, you know. To climb the 7,000 Steps again... I made the pilgrimage once, did you know that? High Hrothgar is a very peaceful place. Very... disconnected from the troubles of this world. I wonder if the Greybeards even notice what's going on down here, even with portals appearing. They haven't seemed to care before. No matter. Go to High Hrothgar. Learn what the Greybeards can teach you."
"Of course my Jarl. We'll rest up and resupply for the trip." Jacob replied.
"One more thing Jacob. You've done a great deed for me and my city, Dragonborn. By my right as Jarl, I name you Thane of Whiterun. It's the greatest honor that's within my power to grant. I assign you Lydia as a personal Housecarl, and this weapon from my armory to serve as your badge of office. I'll also notify my guards of your new title. Wouldn't want them to think you're part of the common rabble, now would we? We are honored to have you as Thane of our city, Dragonborn." Balgruuf brought over a guard that holds the Axe of Whiterun and gives it to Helios.
"Thank you my Jarl."
"You are welcome." Balgruuf said and turned to Proventus and Hsu. "Back to business, Proventus, Colonel Hsu. We still have a city to defend and matters tend to.."
With that, the party and companions left the throne. But Brayden has something to say to Helios.
"Jacob?" Brayden asked.
"Yes Brayden?"
"… Are you alright?"
"… Honestly… I don't know. I'm surprised that I'm the Dragonborn. I thought my life was going to be simple, but the nine divines had other plans for me." Jacob answered. "But thanks for asking."
He then left to join his party and meet his new Housecarl Lydia. But not before Brayden noticed that Jacob brown eyes changed to a sea blue for a moment then back to its original color.
'What the…' He wondered if that had any connection with his Dragonborn self but he somehow felt it wasn't and it drove more questions.
Brayden though joined up with the other Companions, following up to Ria and Kuruma while Aela led the group but the Huntress spared a shoulder glance as she saw Brayden talk up quickly with the two.
"It was good that Skjor decided to bring Tigertron and Airazor back to Jorrvaskr, Rhinox will be happy to see them, I imagine them." Ria was very intrigued to talk with them later, she had a very good feeling about them and Airazor in particular was interesting to her.
"I imagine he will be. Though certainly drew quite the attention on them, even with the weird things arriving. Seeing metal beings that can turn into talking animals is going takealot getting used to." Kurumua rolled her shoulder and leaned up onto Brayden to his surprise, grinning at him as she wrapped her arm around his torso. "You did good out there, Newblood! It's time we celebrate our victory and the return of the Dragonborn!" Kurumua was already imagining the large cup of ale awaiting her back at Jorrvaskr.
Helios POV
After Jacob told his Housecarl Lydia to stay in Dragonsreach until tomorrow, the party heads back out to outside of Whiterun.
The party is walking down the path to Jacob and his mother's home for the night. Passing by their carriage parked by the stables.
The party converse with the dragon riders. Turns out they and the Island of Berk was somehow transported around the sea of ghosts. They have to evacuate the island due to the harsh weather but they managed to find a set of islands with optimal weather for resettlement.
The riders begin scouting the mainland of Tamriel and Skyrim is their first destination.
"So you made friends with your Night Fury Toothless?" Ash asks as he sees Pikachu on top of Toothless's head.
"It was a rough start…" Hiccup said sheepishly remembering the memories of the time the viking met the dragon. "But I'm surprised that these dragons are hostile and intelligent."
"Yeah they have been gone since well… forever." Mateo replied.
As they continued walking, two men on horseback passed by them, though they kept their gaze at the dragons next to their riders.
"Alright this is it, this is the Tundra Homestead. My home." Jacob said as they approached the house.
"We'll help them set up tents, you let your mom know." Olivia said to Jacob.
Jacob knocked on the door, moments later Tom the cartoon cat opened the door to see Jacob.
"Tom, who's at the door?" Jolia asked.
"Mom it's me."
"Oh! Jacob, come in here."
Helios stepped inside to see his mother cooking something in a pot, loaves of bread are being baked, and Jerry the mouse is on the counter enjoying some cheese from the platter.
"Hi sunshine, how are you doing?"
"Hi mom, my party is staying here for the night. They're setting up the camp, if that's ok for you?" Jacob asked.
"That will be fine. Made two pots of apple and cabbage stew for everyone." Jolia answered as she stopped stirring the pot and put a lid on it. "Help me with the pots."
Jacob grabbed two of the pots filled with the stew while Jolia grabbed a large tray of baked bread. Tom opens the door for the two to get out.
Outside the two Helios see the others have tents ready, a campfire going, and the Pokémon trainers release their Pokémon out.
"Mom made dinner." Jacob placed the two pots down and removed the lids.
"Wow! This looks good!" Mallow said.
"It's Jolia famous Apple Cabbage stew." Mateo added.
Makayla brought out bowls and spoons from one of the packs that was in the carriage when they passed by the stables.
"Everyone, eat your fill and get some rest. We have a big day tomorrow." Jacob said as he grabbed his portion of the stew to his bowl to eat.
Brayden
The Companions and Brayden arrive back to Jorrvaskr, on the way Brayden hears a couple of conversations about the call of the Greybeards.
When they arrive inside, Brayden sees Rhinox talking to Tigertron and Airazor. Skjor was talking with Kodlak in the back corner.
"So that's what's been going on? These portals are transporting a variety of beings from different worlds?" Airazor looked concerned at the details told to them, the unpredictability of them was an endless menace thought for what they could bring and their chances of getting back.
Tigertron hummed in thought as he placed his hand on his chin. "But where could these portals have even come from? Something that's affecting this much cannot be natural."
"That it ain't. From what I've researched about this planet and its connection with magic, we're dealing with potentially powerful beings messing with this." Rhinox was suspecting the Daedra from what he had read on them; they seemed to fit the bill if these portals originate from Tamriel.
But if they didn't, that filled Rhinox with more concern. "And it's not just people being brought over, it's literally anything that we can think of and that in itself only adds variables. That aside, I'm glad to see you two here, much as I like the Companions, seeing familiar faces brightens my day." Tigertron and Airazor smiled in return and returned nods.
"And you as well. First trapped on a floating island, and now trapped on a whole new world. Quite the day." Airazor noticed Brayden and the others coming in their direction, she looked curiously at the organics.
"Hey guys news is on." Mike announced as he adjusted the radio dial and everyone listened in.
"Hey everyone Travis here, we got quick news here tonight." Travis said, hinting a bit of shyness in his voice. "We all heard a very loud call that was heard all of Skyrim. Turns out it was the Greybeards from High Hrothgar at the top of the Throat of the World the Nords called."
"Huh, looks like they're talking about you guys and your new friend. Welcome back." Mike waved at the group as he took notice of them, getting returned greetings. "Of a sort. The Dragon caused great damage at the Tower and some brave souls lost among the defenders, but it's dead." And just as Aela had finished her sentence, Travis on cue took up in explanation to that.
"From witnesses, people explained that the call means that the Dragonborn has returned. And what I'd learned, the Dragonborn is a legendary warrior that can kill dragons from ancient times and devour the dragon's souls and uses their power in many ways, some truly crazy stuff. Dragonborn if you're listening to this, I guess good luck to you, like our dear friend Three Dog always says; "You always gotta do to help the Good Fight.", if you're anything like the two Heroes that remind me of Dragonborn, then Skyrim's troubles are about to be answered. Now here's some music for you adventurers out there, here's Wanderer by Dion." Travis ended with the song playing out.
"Ahh this is bringing back some good memories, not sure if he's referring to the Heroes I'm thinking of but should expect a lot of spreading stories about this Dragonborn." Zack leaned back in his chair while drinking away at his beer, Herbert gave a cheerful laugh at the back. Sitting next to Vignar with ales in their hands, "I know at least the one that the kid is referring to there. Ahh such a great feeling to have lived this long to see this man young heroes out adventuring " The veteran adventurer was filled with excitement in hearing the news.
"Ugh, man I need a good night's rest after that." Brayden said, feeling the soreness creeping on him as he cracked his back, hearing the satisfied popping.
He felt Kuruma wrapped her strong arm around his shoulder again and he was pressed up next to her as she started leasing him over to the table, seeing amused expressions on the three Maximals faces as he went by them. "Hehe, Kuruma I see you're having plans with young Brayden here." Rhinox chuckled at the look he gave him, he knew he couldn't help him out from Kuruma's grasp.
"He's proven himself to be brave and capable to be among us. The death of the Dragon is worth celebrating!" There was a shared cheer by the other Companions, more joined over to the table in having the same idea as drinks and food were getting brought over. "Indeed it is, and for much future talk. Shield Brothers and Sisters, welcome our new brethren!" Kodlak Whitemane raised a mug and another loud cheer rang out.
Kuruma had yet to let go of Brayden and even as they sat up on the table, Brayden gave a raised eyebrow as her arm still remained on his shoulder. "Seems like you two are getting close." Brayden looked over on his right and saw that it was Aela taking up next to him, it surprised him and he noticed Skjor was gathered at the table. "He's impressed me, and I don't find him an unwelcome presence. You did well in bringing him to us, Aela." Kuruma took a long sip of her ale before looking at Brayden with a grin and their eyes locked for a moment, the Female Orc indeed found there was something she liked about him.
"It would seem my timing in finding has proven a good turn of events. You've done well Brayden." Aela patted him on the shoulder and smiled as she sat closer and took her own mug, Brayden soon did the same and felt an immense relief of relaxation as he drank at his ale.
Elsewhere
Night
"Alright shitheads here's the plan. We'll begin our assault on the town of Riverwood, we've been running low on the shit we need. By noon this is our only chance, we lost our groups in the cave by Helgen and Bleak Falls Barrow. But thanks to our necromancer, we should have enough man power for this job. Let's do it." A Viper gang leader explained to his band of raiders.
Whiterun
19th of Last Seed
Jorrvaskr
Brayden's Dream
"Where I'm I?" Brayden asked himself… he's in a town that is familiar, and sitting on a fountain and…
'Wait… is this Daybreak Town from Kingdom Hearts?' Brayden thought…
Then he hears footsteps and turns to see a thirteen year old boy with wavy brown hair, sea blue eyes, and a blue outfit of some kind without sleeves.
The boy stared at Brayden for a moment and sit beside him on the fountain.
"…"
"… Who are you?" Brayden asked. There was something oddly familiar about him.
The boy smiled…
"You already know who I am…"
"Wait… Jacob?"
*CRASH*
Jorrvaskr Morning
"GAH!" Brayden woke up startled.
"Dang it Donson how many times I have to tell you don't go crashing into people when going to get breakfast!" Farkas groaned.
"But it's Deathclaw Omelet today!" Donson said gleefully. "They found clutches of eggs with no deathclaws."
"I'm surprised the patrol didn't encounter deathclaws." Zach said.
"From what you told me about those beasts, I'd expect they'll probably stick to more isolated locations." Added by Rhinox as he walked by the room, joined by his fellow Mamixals that looked at Donson with humored expressions as they watched the Super Mutant nearly rammed into Kurumua but did pushed her into Brayden's bed, Brayden let out a muffled grunt of pain as the Female Orc's weight crush into him.
"Ugh! Damnit Donson!" Kurumua unintentionally pressed her heavy chest into Brayden's face that brought a heavy blush on his face as his vision became clouded by the Orc's cleavage. Kurumua merely still glared over where Donson was happily wandering off for his eggs.
"Uh, Kuruma. I think you're suffocating Brayden there." Ria looked with a blush at Brayden's position and didn't know if she should find it hilarious or worrying for Brayden's sake.
"I always have to be quick to avoid Donson in the morning because of breakfast." Zach said remembering the first time the super mutant had crashed into him, he had to use a stimpak just to heal some bruises and cuts from landing on a table. He shook the memories and he helped Kurumua up and freed Brayden for his sake.
"Thanks." Brayden tried to hide his blush but he saw the grin Zach gave him and felt more embarrassment seeing Kurumua directed to him. "Enjoy yourself?" Brayden let out a little chuckle as he got up. "I could ask you the same considering you were pressing me." Kurumua has a small smirk on him. "Well, won't call it unpleasant." That gave Brayden's heart a bit of a jump.
Zach was now looking between them. 'Man, are these two seriously flirting?' He had to give it to Brayden, he was brave, maybe awkward and introverted. But brave.
"Come on, we better get ready!" Mike said as he grabbed his beret and headed upstairs.
Brayden got off his bed but was still wondering what was that dream he saw. 'Why does Jacob look like that and how is he from Daybreak Town?' Brayden thought knowing the KHUX is a mobile game and is the prequel to the main series. 'I still have my phone, maybe I'll check the cutscenes of that series. Maybe it can give clues as to why he's related to the series.'
'But for now, I need to get ready and get something to eat.'
Timeskip
Brayden climbs up the stairs after donning his armor, he sees Donson enjoying the omelets and the others are listening in on the radio. "Morning New Blood! I hope you're ready today, we've got more than plenty for you to do." Vilkas greeted him as he came towards the table, Brayden gave in return an confirming nod and was about to respond until the Radio's volume cut in.
"Good morning Skyrim! Julie here, bringing you morning news. Reports show that there is a refugee camp growing by the day as new people from the portals are being brought here to Skyrim along with new technology and items of value. The camp was made from weeks ago between the Rift and Eastmarch. If you passed by that area, check it out." Julie said which garnered the companions attention.
"Huh, must be a major camp to garner that much attention. Hope those refugees are managing okay." Torvar more than sympathized with them, Skyrim's disability and Civil War were already bad contributions to the people's suffering. It was through hearing the new technology and items that caught others attention, "Indeed, though it sounds like those portals have brought something noteworthy into their hands." Rhinox rubbed his chin in thought.
"Something that we can hope for is not imposing danger. These portals bring you all here that bloom for the Companions, the more they trouble me with their unknowns." Kodlak looked at the radio in deep thought, sharing a look with Skjor that garnered attention from the observant Companions.
"Skjor, when do you plan to return back to Camp McCarran?" Brayden was among those watching this, he was reminded that Skjor had in apparent deep interactions with the NCR. "Was planning it within a few hours. The discussion I had with one of their Captains last night was to put in a phrase ``now, the arrival of Raiders from their world needs to be handled before they're allowed to cause too much havoc." The Bandits were already a menace and the talk of more Monsters wandering Skyrim, having psychological mad men and women known for immense sadism wasn't needed to be added.
But they were a threat Skjor was determined to see eradicated. "Indeed, already job contracts have been filled in to deal with spotted incursions. Take Zaeed, Boba, Urdnut, and Njada with you for this, I'll have others deal with these areas troubles." Skjor gave a firm nod to that, he had no issue in bringing them along for this and in particular Boba's bounty hunting fitted for what Skjor had in mind.
The radio news then cut back in that drew attention.
"In other news, we all know there is stuff appearing all over Skyrim from portals. To people, buildings, and importantly supplies. Here at GNR, we are buying any radio equipment for anyone who wants to help keep the station going. We sent out messengers to the nine holds, and we will buy any radio equipment for about 300 gold. Talk to the Jarl for the bounty and have the equipment ready for our runners to collect. And for those who want their businesses to be in the spotlight. We will offer your advertisement for about 150 gold, that will be all. Hope you got your healing spells, potions, or stimpacks or whatever heals you. Here comes the Ring of Fire." Julie spoke, then music began to play.
But before they could hear the lyrics of the song, they heard sounds of construction outside of Jorrvaskr.
"What's with the noise?" Ria asks as Brayden sees Aela stepping outside to see what the commotion is.
He follows along and stepping outside of Jorrvaskr, Brayden sees a couple of NCR and Whiterun construction workers installing what looks like an anti-air turret from Battlefield 1.
"What in the Gods…" Aela gave a rare look of strong shock on her face as she watched the workers work in positioning the turret properly, her sharp hearing almost having great irritation from the immense loud sounds of their tools.
"What's going on out here?" Kodlak exclaimed due to the noise. One of the workers stopped drilling and said "Sorry! Orders from the Jarl and Colonel Hsu, they want us to install these anti-air turrets around Mccarran and Whiterun due the dragon attacks." He then continued back to drilling the base of the turret.
"Then I pray that these 'Turrets' will prove well should that come." Skjor came up from behind Kodlak and he looked up in intrigue at the weapon, reminded in degrees of Siege weapons beyond the advancery of the technology.
"What is the meaning of this?!" Approaching the construction workers is Nazeem and he's in a foul mood.
"We're in the midst of constructing a means of defense against the Dragons." A Worker answered as he walked by with tools.
"Well can you keep it down, some people are trying to sleep!" Nazeem exclaimed.
"Hey! At least you'll be safe if a dragon doesn't burn your house down!" A NCR worker shot back. "Try to at least sacrifice a bit of quiet for safety!"
"Why do I need to sacrifice my rights to this?! You're workers, I bet you don't even make close to my wealth." Nazeem snobbishly said to them as he crossed his arms and looked more angry at them. "It's horrible enough that I must deal with that idiot Donson and more crazier beings from worlds coming here!"
"Well at least we got off lucky with new allies." A Whiterun worker jokingly whispered to the NCR worker. "And the pay is good."
"Like you said, honest work deserves honest pay."
"What was that!?" Nazeem growled a bit.
"Nothing! Why don't you head to your manor you bragged about. If you even have a manor that is." A Whiterun worker jokes.
'Oh burn.' Brayden smiled, holding his laughter remembering that the developers of the game didn't add the manor that Nazeem has.
"How dare you! I'll report this to the Jarl! You'll be all fired by the end of it!" Nazeem spun on his heel and stomped off back to his home, letting out a cried yelp when he suddenly slipped on something and fell back, landing in the water stream connected with the stairs. He was now completely soaked.
"HAHAHA!" Bunch of the Workers started laughing hard at Nazeem's misfortune and it was joined by others that'd witnessed it. Nazeem looked up angrily at them and waved his fist at them. "You dirty mongrels! One of you put that poop there! You planned me to slip on it!"
After that Nazeem left in anger to clean himself and get a change of clothes back to his home. And the workers head back to work, while some of them chuckled at the misfortune of Nazeem.
"I hadn't laughed this hard for a while." Aela said, easing herself from laughing hard.
Tundra Homestead
Morning
Jacob yawned as woke up in his bed at home. Getting up from bed, he sees his mother still sleeping along with Tom curled up sleeping at the edge of the bed and Jerry on a pillow beside Tom.
As he was to get off, he felt something by his foot, looking down he saw some kind of weapon. "What is this?" Jacob questioned himself.
Picking it up, he sees that it looks rusty and faded. But the noticeable part is that it's shaped like a skeleton key, it is styled in purple and gold but it's faded due to the rust, and the end of the blade is star shaped at the end.
Jacob looks at the weapon, feeling like it is familiar to him. "Best I keep it for now." With that he gets ready for the day.
Time Skip
Having his armor on and the weapon strap on his back, Jacob stepped out from the homestead and approached the camp.
He sees that they brought the carriage with the horses here from the stables.
"Morning." Jacob greeted the party.
"To you as well. We are ready to begin." Mateo replied. They are all at the table they set up with the map of Skyrim.
"To start, we need to head to High Hrothgar, but we need to go to Ivarstead to start the journey." Jacob explained. "The simplest route is to go back to Riverwood, then back to Helgen, and around the mountain to Ivarstead."
"That'll be a two to three day trip if we encounter any detours." Olivia added.
"I know, we need a major resupply, and I think it's time to open the chest." Jacob said as his cousins stared at him, eyes widened and the others confused.
"You mean our Mercenary Chest?" Makayla asked.
"Yeah. Mateo let's go, we need to get out of my basement."
Elsewhere
Windhelm
"You all are wondering what happened yesterday." Sitting on the throne is Ulfric Stormcloak who spoke to the assembled group.
"Yes Jarl Ulfric, what was that call that was heard across the land?" Papa Khan of the Great Khans asked.
Their group was transported to Tamriel after their camp at Red Rock Canyon was harassed by NCR troops due to their reputation as drug lords who make and sell their products to the wasteland for people who want to get that rush or a fix. Their camp then appeared close to Windhelm when a Stormcloak patrol found them. The Khans learned more about the Nords of Skyrim and found some similarities in their traditions. Now the Great Khans help around the hold with salvage technology they had with them.
"We like to know as well. My warriors were on edge after what occurred yesterday." Pre Vizsla of Death Watch added.
Death Watch is another group that was transported by the portals as well. They are Mandalorians, a sect of warriors dedicated to their heritage that one time long ago nearly conquered the Galaxy with strength, skills, and technology to back them. Now small in the larger Galaxy due to countless wars, Death Watch wants to reclaim what was theirs. Same as the Great Khans, their camp was transported as well.
Their first option was to raid the hold for their own but learn that the Nords of Skyrim are warriors as well. While Ulfric was gone, Galmar Stone-First, Ulfric's second in command, made an agreement with the two groups that benefited everyone. Now Windhelm is building up nicely thanks to the technology they brought with them.
"That was the call of the Greybeards from High Hrothgar. It's where I once trained, learning about the voice. Their call means that a Dragonborn has arrived." Ulfric explained.
"What would mean for us that the Dragonborn is here? Will this pose any threat to us?" Bo Katan, the second in command of Pre Vizsla, spoke out as she shifted her hands to her hips as she looked towards Ulfric. The red hair Death Watch warrior remembered hearing about the song about this legend when she had been early in the tavern, reminding her of the songs of her own people in hearing this apparent legendary warrior capable of stealing Dragon souls.
"That I do not know, but he or she might head to High Hrothgar to train in the voice. Just as Tiber Septim was summoned when he was Talos of Atmora." Ulfric answered.
"What's our next action?" Papa Khan asked.
"For now we need to fortify defenses, if a dragon decides to attack Windhelm."
"Then it is good that the turrets are being installed as we speak. We have done some of the process while you were awhile." Jorleif the Steward spoke up in turn, letting Ulfric know of the constructive process that had been on-going before his return to the city. The new allies and advances of technology had come to bring new blooms for the city and he had to hide joy, saw the gloomy feel normally curbed in Windhelm, had lessened and though there was still distrust towards these outsiders.
There was far more positivity growing than there was distress. Jorleif idly thought to himself that he needed to check on the Shatter-Shields soon, he was much thankful to the Death Watch squad that rescued Friga Shatter-Shield from the 'Butcher'. He had remembered to check that 'camera' that had apparently filmed the event to see the Butcher's features properly, the slippery bastard was still on the loose.
"That is good, I want a report on what has been done and to increase the construction. There will be much added." Ulfric was growing more pleased with how much more he can shift this into his favor.
But there is one more thing.
"My Jarl, what will you do about the situation in Whiterun?" Jorleif asked. Which causes Galmar to scoff.
"He refused your claim, and even refused to garrison Imperial troops yet allowed the NCR to do so. If he is not with us. Then he is against us." Galmar's hardened voice rang out through the throne room, speaking out his true thoughts on Jarl Balgruuf's alignments if Whiterun continued to maintain itself closer to the Empire than their fellow Nords.
Bo Katan watched with curiosity of Ulfric's response as she placed her hand on her hip with her helmet still clinging tight to her side. Pre Vizsla was not as quiet in his thoughts as he stepped forward to the throne. "My people have a saying in relation to this. 'Haatyc or'arue jate'shya ori'sol aru'ike nuhaatyc'. What it means is that it is 'better one big enemy that you can see than many small ones you can't'. If we allow Whiterun to continue grow as it is, than we risk letting this small threat continue to grow." Ulfric raised his brow as he stared at Pre.
"A threat you say? Already seeking another foe, Vizsla." Pre Vizsla met his response head on. "I am merely preparing for what may come, we cannot trust the NCR for they are no better than the Republic that I've told you before. Their governance is a corrupted shell directed by Barons staking out their claim, only their Rangers stand as true warriors while their soldiers continue to grow weak." Galmar nodded in agreement as he shared in Pre's perspective over the NCR Troopers, he had too more than heard about this from the traders making their way into Windhelm or that of their new allies who were presented in this meeting.
"I've told you of what they had done to my people Lord Ulfric. I sympathized with the Nords' blight by those Elven bastards treading on honor and being abducted out of their homes, will you not see that they will come for you as well?" Papa Khan spoke out, standing tall as all the Nords within the room.
His second in command Regis stood nearby with Papa's guard escort along with their Orc allies, the cunning and careful minded Great Khan eyed the situation with watchfulness as he surveyed the others within the room. The Death Watch he had mixed opinion and it was ironically because of how similar he was finding them to his own family, both in its good and its bad, Regis felt that Pre had bigger goals in mind than just the restoration of the Mandalorians place over these apparent New Mandalorians back, he wanted to bring back their ancient Empire for new conquest.
Something that enlightened more into Papa Khan's desires that troubled Regis somewhat, he was all for the 'Resol'nare' and especially its commitment to family but he wasn't in for senseless killing and conquering. "I have not forgotten about Bitter Springs Papa Khan, just as I have not forgotten the slaughters of my own people. Look around all of you, look who has now gathered here, we are united in our struggle for our desire to save our peoples!" Ulfric stood up from his throne and looked at every leader presented.
Beyond that of Papa Khan and Pre Vizsla, there was Chief Mauhulakh representing Narzulbur, Neil representing Jacobstown and arriving in due wanting the Stormcloaks support in regards to the situation in Black Mountain, Chop'aa Notimo another Mandalorian Warlord who had align himself in seeing an shared warrior kinship with the Stormcloaks.
"We have the capability to see our peoples at last free from the chains attempting to bind us. We all fight for our people, we have all not forgotten what has been done against us. We will not become slaves of anyone." Ulfric's words brought much murmur of agreement and louder shouts of approval. "I have no love for the Elves and though our people have been enemies, we Orcs have always acknowledged the strength of the Nords. Do my people right and we will follow you, the mines of Narzulbur are rich with ebony." Chief Mauhulakh was more than growing eager to what he was seeing as a vast opportunity for his Stronghold to grow richer and stronger. While his sister and aunts voice their concerns, Mauhulakh firmly sees this will save their Stronghold from becoming an enemy to the Stormcloaks, he did not wish to face them now seeing how stronger they were now.
"I have not forgotten past raids by your kind Chief Mauhulakh, but I welcome your words of respect. See that these raids on outskirt villages are halted and you will see your Stronghold prosper." Chief Mauhulakh nodded at Ulfric's words, Galmar looked with a slight scowl, he held no love for the Orcs and would far prefer to see their Strongholds destroyed but he wasn't a fool to ignore the value of having them as allies, he can at least respect they will not betray them.
"My Jarl speaks in regards to the raids. There is a matter of what Neil brings in the news." Jorleif spoke up in the Court, reminding everyone of the Super Mutant presented who stepped forward upon the words. "Thank you Jorleif. Neil, speak your words in regards to these 'Nightkin'?" Ulfric leaned closer as he stared at the Super Mutant.
Helios POV
"It's almost out." Jacob grunted as he and Mateo were pulling out a chest out of the ladder in the basement.
"Almost…" Mateo groaned as he lifted the chest and Jacob pulled at the same time. "Ok got it out."
Both Nords carried the chest out of the house and placed it down for the others to see.
Helios along with Mateo, Makayla, and Olivia brought out keys from their inventory. Unlocking the four locks, Jacob then open the chest and-
"Oh wow!" Edric exclaimed as they saw the chest was filled with a lot of gold coins, gems and jewelry, and strange coins with a crown on it.
On top the pile is a banner, it is folded but they see a Sun symbol on it with a sword stabbed in a rock and has a wing on the hilt.
Jacob grabbed the banner and unfolded it and showed that it is a long rectangle with point ends and the edges are trimmed with a gold color.
"Let it be known, on the 19th of Last Seed, the year 201 of the Fourth Era, The Helios Sunstriders Mercenary Company is reborn." Jacob announced as he brought the banner on the side of the carriage hooked the banner on.
"Alright everyone, first order of business, supplies, we are in major shopping to do." Jacob said.
"What are these coins?" Astrid asked while looking at the coin with a crown on it.
"Those are Crowns, they have a higher value than gold." Mateo answered.
"Is that all you have?" Luz asked.
"No, we got more in the bank. But the only bank here in Skyrim is in Solitude." Olivia answered.
"But first." Jacob then turned to the dragon riders "it's your choice, do you guys want to join the Sunstriders?"
"That sounds like a good idea. We are still new to these lands, but after what happened after the battle, we are worried for our dragons." Hiccup said.
"When the time comes, we'll vouch for you and your party." Jacob said "Now then let's go shopping."
Brayden POV
After witnessing the misfortune of Nazeem, he along with Aela, Kodlak, and Skjor returned inside to Jorrvaskr and witnessed another scene.
"Seriously Ice-brain you got scared by this cute fiery thing?" Ria said as she placed a few apples in the fire pit and to Brayden surprise, a Slugma from Pokémon slid towards the apples and bit into it.
"I didn't know till I was getting some stew from the pot, it was staring at me till I noticed." Farkas groaned.
"Haha, ah it was funny to see you scream like a girl." Donson laughed at Farkas' expense and only got more laughful towards Farkas, he scowled at them for it.
"When Jacob brought his party yesterday, Ash and his friends showed me that these creatures are called Pokémon." Ria said as she stared at the Slugma "this creature is apparently called a Slugma."
She remembered one day while shopping, she found a large booklet containing information about Pokémon. She thought it was some kind kids book about made up creatures, so she bought it just for something to pass the time. Now she is a bit well versed about Pokémon.
"We've been seeing these creatures around Whiterun like those birds on the roofs and that humanoid creature that punches Donson." Mike said.
"Those birds are called Pidoves and Fletchlings, and the one that punched Donson was a Hitmonchan." Ria answered as she brought out the booklet she bought. "You know, maybe I should have a Pokémon of my own."
Brayden thought about it, he played a couple of Pokémon games, maybe he can get the ones he likes.
Moments later the doors are open and stepping inside is the Helios party along with the dragon riders without their dragons. Brayden thought about the reason why. But is surprised that Mateo and Jacob are carrying a large chest.
But what made Brayden's eyes widen is that on Jacob's back is a…
'Is that a keyblade?' Brayden thought.
"Hey Jacob. Where did you get that weapon?" Aela asked.
"It appeared when I woke up. It looks rusty but it seems it'll be able to be used as a weapon." Jacob answered "though it is strange it is shaped like a key."
"Hey kid, what's with the chest?" Zaeed asked.
"Oh this? Well I was going to tell Kodlak, which he is here." Jacob said looking at the Harbinger "I, along with my cousins, decided that it's time to reform the Sunstriders Company. And to open the chest that we saved for before leaving for Cyrodiil."
Jacob then opened the chest and the companions and Brayden saw a large pile of treasure of gold, gems and jewelry, and Crowns to Brayden surprise.
"Holy shit!" Twig exclaimed.
"By the Matrix!" Airazor gaped out at the sight, Tigertron held a similar expression on his face while Rhinox looked with intrigue and a level of strong humor. "Haha, the reaction Rattrap would have in seeing that." Knowing the Demolition expert of the Maximals known gambling habit, Rattrap would want to get all of his dreams with that wealth once processed for credits.
"With the total estimated amount, with the gems, gold, and crowns. All this is worth around 18,000." Olivia calculated the treasure.
There were strong reactions left among the Companions in hearing that. "That's not bad at all! Can make out a great deal with 18,000 if one's smart enough to invest and build." Dashwood gave out a bit more laughful and looked amazed at the gold and jewels. "Indeed Boss. Something you've repeatedly failed to do, you lost us that gold from Florida." Argyle grumbled at the memory, all that diving in radiated ocean water and surviving predators trying to make a meal out of him to gather tons of old Spaniard gold coins and Aztec gold from buried treasure ships in the sea, to only see all of that wasted in a week at a bar.
Herbert Daring Dashwood looked sheepishly at the memory. "I did not know that beautiful girl would steal it. She gave me such a wild night that I couldn't properly get out of bed!" Questioned looks were directed at him, but Jacob tried to continue on though he gave Dashwood looks of curiosity over his story.
"My party is about to go shopping for supplies for the trip. We're leaving the chest here cause well, any would-be thieves will try to steal it when we go shopping, but we still have more in the bank but it can be accessible in Solitude." Jacob explained.
"Heard about that from passing imperial troops, Cyrodiil started forming a banking system to keep the flow of money. Though it's small. But with the portals, it'll blow up soon with money needed to be appraised." Ria said.
"Hey Brayden, do you want to join us?" Jacob asked Brayden.
Brayden was caught in thought about that, considering the large benefits but he too had his questions. He looked towards Aela who was looking back at him, "This will not intervene in becoming a Companion will it?"
"Far from it, there is nothing that will hinder your entry but you will be much busier. There is much glory and fame that would await you in joining them." Aela held a rare encouraging smile on her face and looked approving of the idea, followed by other Companions. "Huh, Sunstriders Company? Might explain that further." Zaeed was looking more than intrigued at the wealth and Jacob's proclamation.
"Well the Helios Sunstriders, or just Sunstriders, was made by me when I was 15, there are others besides my cousins. There is a Orc Giovann Broorn, a Altemer Hugool Koran, Olivia's apprentice Mia Ottuax, and there was Prinny Fair-light and Winter Free-Wind. It was to start our adventurer party at the time as the Companions till we disbanded before me and my cousins left for Cyrodiil for training." Jacob said as he put some of the treasure in his pouch. "You all know I was training to be a Templar, Olivia was in the college of Cyrodiil to learn more in magic, Makayla for her alchemy and Mateo for the Fighters Guild for combat training."
"It's mostly doing work around towns and holds whenever we travel." Olivia added. "We go mostly to dungeons delving in ruins, caves, or abandoned buildings that have bandits or something else."
But before there was more conversation, the doors of Jorrvaskr were open and a NCR soldier entered.
"Excuse me, do you know where Jacob Helios is?" The soldier asked.
"I'm Jacob, what is it you asked?" Jacob answered.
"Colonel Hsu asked you to come over at Camp Mccarran. He wishes to discuss with you."
Jacob was quiet, thinking about what to do. Then he had an idea.
"Hey Brayden, can you do me a favor?" Jacob asked.
"What is it?" Brayden is surprised that Helios is asking him a favor.
"I'll head to Camp Mccarran to talk to Hsu, I already have a list of the things I need. I want you to buy the stuff while I'm away for a bit. And I want you to learn about buying necessary supplies for a mission, I know Eorland Grey-Mane gave you the armor, me and Mateo have to pay ours during the beginning years as a Companion." Jacob explained giving Brayden the pouch of coins and a parchment of the list.
"Wait, it'll take awhile to get to Mccarran from here." Aela said "you have to exit Whiterun and get around to reach Mccarran."
"Don't worry, we made a path to Mccarran, it's behind the Tavern in the Plains District." The NCR soldier answered.
"Alright then, I'll be back, Mateo you will be in charge of shopping, remember we need another carriage and horses." With that Helios left with the soldier to Mccarran.
"You heard Jacob, let's go." Mateo said as the party began to leave Jorrvaskr to shop.
Ria came up to Brayden. "Mind if I tag along?" Her smile brightened Brayden's mood and her request was followed up by another. "I'll come along as well, I've been curious to learn more about this city." Tigertron and Airazor followed up behind.
Farkas, Torvar, Twig, and Kurumua also stood up and joined over, leaving Brayden looking a bit surprised at how quickly his new group formed. "Sure, sounds like it'll be fun."
Elsewhere
Road to Riverwood
Earlier this morning
"Huh, this place doesn't look too different from home." Commented Kenny as he and his group walked through the stone road, noting the familiar large trees and greenery around them.
It's mostly quiet, with the occasional birds chirping and sounds of bugs buzzing.
"The lands of Skyrim have a beautiful view if you stop once a while." Hugool said walking with the group.
"But I'm still going to get used to seeing two moons at night." Doug said. Looking up at the sky, remembering last night, he scratched his forehead as he looked baffled.
"I'm still getting used to the fact we're not even on Earth." Lee was still trying to wrap his mind around that fact, first the world back home went to hell. Now, they're in a real fantasy land.
"The magicka is getting chaotic, I believe it brought more than just your group." Hugool said looking at his hand as wisps of magic flow through his hand.
"Hope it didn't bring those things here." Carley said hoping they don't have to face walkers.
"You mean the undead? As long the spirits are at rest and a necromancer is dealt with. You don't have to fear the dead. Bringing the undead to life is illegal under imperial law, they believe that it torture the soul of those that passed away." Hugool explained. "Though I'm surprised it came from a disease, the only disease that makes you undead is the transformation of a vampire."
"Vampires are real?" Clementine asked.
"Indeed young one, but it can be cured if you're quick enough."
"How far is this town?" Katjaa asked.
"Not too far, Riverwood will have what you need to adapt to Skyrim's weather." Hugool answered.
But before one of them asked about Riverwood they heard a conversation ahead.
"I told you, I'm alone, I'm just a merchant heading to town to sell my wares." A male said, sounding scared.
"Sorry, you still need to undergo a search. Can't take any chances these days." Another voice spoke out in reply.
Hugool motioned the group to hide behind the foliage by the road.
"What is it?" Lily questions the elf.
"I don't know, probably bandits doing a shake down on a merchant… this is good, if we deal with the bandits, the merchant will reward you for saving him." Hugool said.
"Isn't that extortion? Doug asked.
"In the land of Tamriel, you need every opportunity you get." Hugool answered "Now who's coming?"
Moments later, Hugool, Lee, Carley, Kenny, and Lily move around the foliage. Thanks to Hugool's spells, they are silent and invisible.
"Still can't believe magic is real." Kenny commented glancing at himself seeing he is invisible.
"You must be silent, we need the element of surprise." Hugool hushed.
By now they are close where the conversation is, Lee poke out his head to see and-
"Wait… is that Glenn?!" Lee exclaimed quietly.
"It is!" Kenny's eyes were wide in shock, sharing the same look of shock on Lee's face. "He's alive!" Carley looked immensely to see that Glenn was still alive.
Outside the road, they see a group surrounding a Breton merchant who has his hands raised. For Lee and his group, one of the people there is a man of Asian descent.
"Please I didn't do anything wrong. Just let me go, and we can forget about this." The merchant pleaded.
Besides the man who said they need to search him. A elderly man with white hair stepped forward to the merchant.
"Holy shit it's Hershel." Lee whispered.
"Shit…" Kenny sighed, Hugool looked at Kenny seeing regret on his face.
"What happened?" Hugool asked.
"… it's my fault, that man over there, that's Hershel, he owns a farm before the apocalypse. During the time my son duck accidentally ran his grandson Shawn over with a tractor, and the walkers invaded, I saved my son but left Lee to save him. Shawn died and Hershel kicked us out, this was before we met the others." Kenny explained.
"… protecting your kin was in your thoughts, you had to do to protect your children." Hugool said.
"Try telling that to Hershel." Kenny replied.
They listened to what Hershel said to the merchant.
"Young man, we are not here to harm you. We, we are on edge as it is, we arrived here unknowingly how and why. Please calm yourself, we just want some answers." Hershel told the merchant calmly.
The merchant was quiet… "I… I'm sorry, I panicked, it's just that I'm starting off as a merchant here in Skyrim. And I feared I was about to be raided by your group. Thinking that you are bandits." He explains.
"Is the land around that dangerous to them? Glenn held a concerned look on his face in hearing about bandits.
"Yes, they are taking advantage of the Civil War, between the Stormcloaks and the Empire. But I wager you don't know about it. So you all are from the portals." The merchant said. "I tell you all more once we get to safety at Riverwood."
"Oh and you all don't have to rescue me! It's all a misunderstanding."
The group turns towards Hugool's group as his spells have been dispelled due to running out of his Magicka reserves.
"Shit…" Lee muttered.
"Wait… Lee?!" Glenn exclaimed.
Whiterun
Plains District
Brayden
Leaving Jorrvaskr and heading to the plains district, Brayden along with those that join him are now following the Helios party to do some shopping.
With the list and money Jacob has given him. He looked at the list Jacob had written, most of it was basic needs, food, potions, and stuff that oneself needs. But there are few things that surprises him.
"Looks like he needs ammunition for the bastard rifle. Maybe he didn't know he could modify the gun." Brayden told himself, looking up he saw a newly built signpost leading to camp Mccarran.
"Not surprising as we're still learning to use them since these portals brought them here." Said Aela next to Brayden as the group walked down through the street, seeing how busy of a day it was with the large crowds around them and sounds of sales going on.
"Nazeem I told you already, you can't expect me to have a gun made out of gold." Brayden's head turn towards one stand where he saw Nazeem was bartering with someone who looked like a Wastelander by his metal armor and having rows of guns on his vendor stand. He was dark skin and had a buzz cut, his expression was of annoyance as he stared at Nazeem.
"Are you saying even with the offered gold, you can't do it?" Nazeem's tone was full of arrogance and slow anger.
"Three reasons, one, an all-gold gun is impractical. Trimming in the design is fine but I have to order it in Mccarran. Two. Pistols can be used to decorate in gold. Making a rifle in gold will be taxing for the gunsmiths. And three, you need a license to own a weapon. Mccarran is offering licenses for people but It'll cost 50 gold for test and practice in firearm safety." The vendor explained.
"Ne zabyvayte (Don't forget), don't forget the fourth reason. Ammunition, you need bullets or else you will be shooting nothing instead of lead." A Hansa ammo merchant in his caged stall, added.
"Thanks Lev."
"You're a bunch of fools! I'll take my business elsewhere!" Nazeem huffed and was about to stump off until suddenly, a boxing glove punched him in the gut. "Ugh!" Nazeem gasped in pain and fell over hard, a Hitmonchan, the same one that punched Donson, was standing over Nazeem with a victory pose.
"Hah. It's not his day today." Aela whispered.
Brayden holds his laugh, then he hears some commotion, turning his head he sees a group of people by Belethor's General Goods. Getting closer he sees Scar playing Caravan with a Whiterun guard and winning.
"Damn it! I thought I had it." The guard groaned as he tossed his hand on the table.
Turning back towards the Hansa merchant, he stepped forward and began to buy.
"Privet, chto by ty khotel kupit (hello, what would you like to buy), what do you want to buy?" Lev asked.
"I'm helping a friend. He wants ammunition for his bastard rifle." Brayden said.
"Ah, I see, sure I have ammunition for that. Today is your lucky day, I was going to sell the bullets on sale today." Lev then grabbed about three magazines for the bastard. "Usually back at the metro, people have to pay in military grade rounds to buy. But now gold, caps, dollars, or anything of value can be used for purchases."
Brayden nodded and went into the pouch and brought out an amethyst. "Will this do?"
"This will do. And you get a bit extra, my advice to your friend is get some mods for it. Pablo here will show you what mods you want." Lev said as he gives Brayden the ammo and some military grade bullets.
"Thanks." Brayden then head towards the wastelander weapons vendor.
Camp Mccarran
Helios
Some time later Helios along with the NCR soldier entered Camp Mccarran. Looking around he sees a bunch of tents around, with a bunch of soldiers and people mostly from the NCR but there are a few from the portals. He sees a blue skin woman with two head tails, one is a man but he has metal like pieces on his body and a prosthetic arm and legs, and a giant furred beast that might be mistaken as a troll.
Author note: That is a Twi'lek, a Cyberpunk, and a Wookiee
Continuing inside into Mccarran he sees some of the people working on terminals, some food stalls, and a workshop for weapons.
In the area Helios is inside an office and Colonel Hsu is waiting for him.
"Have a seat." Hsu said.
Helios sat down on one of the chairs and the Colonel spoke. "Jacob is it?"
"Yes. Is there a reason why I'm summoned to you?" Jacob asked.
"Yes, it's about yesterday, your proposal for Riverwood. I want to thank you for that. I sent a runner to Riverwood to talk to the people about the proposal. They agreed, "We'll have trucks bring in the lumber to Mccarran and Whiterun to build housing for the troops and refugees." Hsu said.
"But there's more to it?" Helios said.
"Yes, the guards captured a bandit, they interrogated him and we now know that the Vipers and a couple of bandits are planning their attack on the town. I heard rumors that you are restarting your mercenary company, here's a proposal. Assist my troops and the Jarl's men to hold off the raid, and I'll reward you with both NCR dollars and give your group licenses for guns to use. I saw some of the weapons you and your party used, I'll allow it, the license will let you buy our stock." Hsu explained.
"My party will do it. It's my path that leads to Ivarstead and to High Hrothgar." Jacob agreed.
"I appreciated it. Hope we make it in time."
With that Helios left, moments later Hsu reached for a radio. "Tell the men to get ready for the trip to Riverwood. Have our sellers for weapons that Jacob Helios and his party are allowed to buy and sell their wares."
Elsewhere
[Red vs Blue theme plays]
Somewhere in Tamriel, there is a crater, this is Big MT. A scientific center of science, it was part of the Mojave Wasteland till the crater was transported to Tamriel by the portals.
Now some new residents are staying in the big empty.
"Hey."
"Yeah?"
"You ever wonder why we're here?" There was a pause.
"... You know that's one of life's greatest mysteries. Why are we here? I mean is there, any God out there, with a plan for us I mean. I don't know man, it keeps me up at night." His friend was silenced for a moment, staring baffled at him.
"This one asks what you two are doing?" A male voice said in third person to the two.
"Oh hey Dro'arr, I was going to ask Grif what he said about why we are here and what he said about god." Simmons answered.
Dro'arr-Jo is a Lynx-like Khajiit from Elsweyr, and he is a traveling chef. He traveled in his homeland, to Hammerfell, to Cyrodiil, and now in Skyrim. During his travels, resting in a cave in Winterhold, he encounters a strange machine, believing to be of Dwemer make, he examines it only to be transported here to Big MT. And he's not the only one.
"This one hears the conversation, maybe the divines have a hand in this." Dro'arr-Jo said.
"Besides that, Grif, I mean why are we here in this crater? As much I enjoyed the technological wonders of Big MT. I'm still confused about how we got here." Simmons said to Grif.
"What it is, it can wait, the meal is ready." Dro'arr said.
Grif hurriedly headed to the cafeteria.
"Fast, for his size." The Khajiit jokes.
When Dro'arr arrived here, the Khajiit wasn't the only one here. Grif and Simmons are part of Red Team led by Sarge. There's Lopez, a robot and Donut the pink guy who says it's light red. On the other side is the Blue Team. There's Tucker, a bad ladies man, Caboose who has a mind of a child, Washington and Carolina who are soldiers, sister who is Grif's sister, and Church who is a A.I. but preferred to be called a ghost.
But there are still more people here at Big MT.
Professors from a world that is filled with creatures called Pokémon, along with trainers and champions from respective regions arrive here in the crater of science
Dro'arr thought it was maddening, but with everything that happened. The Khajiit had to make a weird situation out of something better. So now he will stay at Big MT. for the time being.
Whiterun
Boscha POV
The three eyed girl stepped out of the Warmaiden's shop, wearing a cloak and a bandolier for her potions and added a few metal fittings for her leather armor. She moved around a bit to get used to her new attire.
She then decided to get something to eat before the trip. The Bannered Mare is not far.
While she's walking to the tavern, her friends join her after they get the things they need. Just as they are about to enter, they see Jacob arriving from Mccarran.
"Jacob!" Skara greeted.
"Hello ladies, heading to Bannered Mare?" Jacob asked. "If you want, I'll pay for the meals."
Moments later they got themselves a table to sit and order their meals. Which consists of a platter of sandwiches which Hulda found a couple of recipes from the portals.
"After the pillar killed the necromancer, Mateo stared at me and yelled "That was amazing!" and Aela slapped him on the back of his head for saying that." Jacob said as the girls laughed.
"Those were the good days before well, everything." Jacob said, referring to the portals.
"Is there a way to get home?" Amelia asked.
"Not from my knowledge, maybe the college of Winterhold might have something." Jacob answered.
"Jacob?" Boscha asked.
"Yes, Boscha?"
"Well I want to say-" but before she could say, they saw a couple of NCR soldiers who were off duty begin to leave quickly. One of the soldiers approached the group.
"Jacob Helios, got a message from Colonel Hsu, gather your party, we are leaving for Riverwood to be ready for bandit attack." The soldier said and left.
"Oh right! I forgot to tell the others that we have a job." Jacob said as he finished his meal.
After they finished quickly and paid for the food, they spread out to gather the others. He found Brayden and he has the stuff he asked for.
"Thank you Brayden." Jacob said as he checked the bag of supplies.
"No problem and I got these for your bastard rifle." Brayden then gave Helios a stock, barrel, 2x scope, and laser sights mods. "This will improve your rifle. It's easy to attach them. Here I'll show you."
Few minutes later Brayden attached the mods to Jacob's rifle.
"Thanks. Alright, is everyone ready?" Jacob asked the party.
"Carriages and horses ready." Olivia said.
"Food supplies and health potions are stocked." Makayla replied.
"Weapons and ammunition are loaded." Mateo added.
"Alright let's go." Jacob yelled out as the party left for Riverwood and then to High Hrothgar.
