Oh yeah, sure. Heard ya the f-f-first time.

Wha?

The old king, Athyn Llethan, is dead. Long live King Hlaalu Helseth. Things are pretty grim here in the City of Light since the troubles with Dagoth Ur. Mournhold is Almalexia's city, and she's become more of a Warrior Queen than a Lady of Mercy. And there's always been hostility between the Temple and the Imperial administration, but since Helseth's accession, the tension between Imperial-leaning Dunmer and Almalexia's supporters is much worse.

I've heard there's a new, strange disease going around. Nerile Andaren -- one of our healers in the Temple -- seems to think it has to do with rats. You don't look like someone who'd be afraid of rats. Maybe you could talk to her, and offer your help.

Whatever you do, don't play cards with Galms Seles. He's a hustler just moved here from Vvardenfell. He thinks he can out-distance his reputation, but a friend in Sadrith Mora tipped me off. I wish he would leave. He's put a damper on the action.

Have you heard? A terribly powerful and evil wizard -- 'something-or-other Velas'. I think they said -- has taken up residence nearby? At the bar the other night, they were talking of the strange lights and sinister laughter late at night. I'd be on my toes if I were you. I'd bet this wizard will try to make a display of his power soon.

Who cares. Go away.

Would you believe it? Even after the trouble in the Plaza, 'The Horror of Castle Xyr' is still going on. It's playing in the west of Godsreach, near the Palace. It's the right thing to do, though. Life must go on.

I think everyone's stilll in shock. I've heard they came from the old Dwemer ruins. Perhaps there're ancient DWemer guard machines, come to life somehow, or under control of some unknown enemy. We're all worried. Suppose they come back?

Everything seems to be under control. People are at their best in emergencies like this. But I hope someone can find out what those things are, and where they came from, and what they're doing here.

The situation in Plaza Brindisi Dorom is under control. But -- you were there, I guess. I've heard it was pretty terrible.

Ten-Tongues does business with many adventurers -- hes and shes that run about the ruins down below. Now and then they find something nice, and they bring it to Ten-Tongues. Maybe you are this kind of person? If so, you see people down there, look like poor helpless people with no home? Maybe they are, and maybe they aren't. Maybe they are the Black Dart Gang, and they surprise you, kill you dead *snap* like that with one poison dart, take your stuff, and goodbye to you forever.

You killed the Black Dart Gang? I didn't think it was possible! I've heard their darts can fetch a king's ransom in gold. You didn't happen to grab them, did you? Ah, I must be going now....

What's the most dangerous thing in Mournhold? Apart from Helseth's Royal Guards and the Hands of Almalexia -- which you've got no business fooling with anyway -- I'd say the Black Dart Gang. I've had no experience with them, personally, but from what I hear, they are really bad news.

If you're thinking of going down the sewers to explore Old Mournhold, watch out for the Black Dart Gang. They look like helpless paupers, but they are deadly. They prey on adventurers coming out of the ruins loaded with treasure. They call them the Black Dart Gang on account of the poisoned black darts they use -- deadly poison -- one is enough to kill you.

Whatever you do, don't play cards with Galms Seles. He's a hustler just moved here from Vvardenfell. He thinks he can out-distance his reputation, but a friend in Sadrith Mora tipped me off. I wish he would leave. He's put a damper on the action.

I heard about your encounters with the Velas wizards. What is it about wizards, anyway? So many of them turn to evil. Do you suppose that the study of power ultimately corrupts the student?

I heard about your fight with that Velas wizard, %PCName. Tough talk, but not much bite there, eh? Doesn't make much sense, does it? There is a Velas Manor here in Mournhold, but I've never heard of any Velas living here.

With all the troubles on Vvardenfell, any decent mercenaries demand fancy wages there, and get them, no questions asked. Doesn't leave much choice around here for hiring. That Imperial fellow, Calvus Horatius, is the only one I know about. He's new to Mournhold -- no reputation, no references -- but he looks like a veteran, and has an honest face.

Someone brought a big piece of adamantium ore out of the ruins again. You'd think they'd have been worked clean by now. But, then again, they say they're still parts of the old city left unexplored after all these centuries. It's partly a matter of engineering -- most passages of the old city collapsed ages ago. But it's also a matter of what's down in those sealed passages. Some says those passages were sealed for a reason.

One of the Hands of Almalexia is wandering around Godsreach, muttering and acting strange.

Venasa Sarano said she heard some strange noises from the Robot Arena.

Whatever you do, don't play cards with Galms Seles. The word is that he's a hustler just moved here from Vvardenfell.

Have you seen 'The Horror of Castle Xyr' yet? It's playing in the west of Godsreach, near the Palace, shows continuous daily. It's quite an honor to have Tarvus Beleth is in the starring role -- he's one of the best known actors in the East.

I'd like to step into the Winged Guar for a mazte, but after all the trouble they've been having there, I'm afraid to get caught in some brawl. Hession needs to get a bouncer who can handle that crowd.

Deldrise Andoren has no idea what's going on behind her back. And I'm sure not going to tell her.

I picked up a couple of Intervention scrolls from 'Ten-Tongues' Weeraht for a song. Even from a pawnbroker, they were ridiculously cheap. Wonder where he gets them?

Haven't been any shows at the Robot Arena lately. Has Ignatius Flaccus been having problems with his Dwemer centurions again?

Packrats. Really. You think I'm kidding. But Rerlas Mon is selling them in the Great Bazaar. You'd be surprised how well-trained they are, and how much they can carry. Cheap, too. And in a tight spot, they're pretty good for stew.

Did you hear the guards caught and killed the thief who stole the Bipolar Blade from the Museum of Artifacts? Those artifacts are so valuable that as soon as Torasa Aram reported the theft, immediate kill-on-sight orders went out to the guards. I don't know why anyone would be so stupid as to steal from the Museum. I mean... where could you fence a priceless item like that?

Detritus Caria at the Craftsmen's Hall? He's not a craftsmen at all -- just a collector. Collects the strangest things -- spoons, candlesticks, plates. Says it's hard to come by complete sets of some things, and people will pay good money for them. Takes all kinds to make a world.

That play Meryn Othralas has going in the Great Bazaar -- The Horror of Castle Xyr? I hear it's pretty good. No! If you've seen it already, don't tell me... I hear it has a surprise ending.

I don't like the looks of that Dovor Oren character. He's always so nice and friendly -- it isn't natural. He's around here all the time, asking questions and acting nosy -- and then suddenly you don't see him anymore. Like he disappeared or something. I don't like seeing him, but NOT seeing him makes me nervous.

I thought Widow Thendas was going to have an estate sale to sell off some of that loot her late husband collected. She said she was going sell off some things a while back, but I keep asking about it, and she says she's still got a lot to do.

Have you seen that mage Dilborn around lately? You know... the little guy who travels around with the big barbarian brute. They look so cute together. Dilborn is quite the charmer, and his big friend, Thrud, is pleasant enough if you keep to words of one syllable. But Dilborn has an unfortunate gambling problem. He loses... and keeps borrowing and losing some more. I hope he hasn't gotten himself in big trouble....

Have you heard anyone talking about 'plague' or anything? I thought I overheard a pair of priests talking quietly about something like 'red plague' or something... but they shut right up when I tried to get closer to them.

Beggars are really becoming a problem in Mournhold. They just won't take 'no' for an answer. Sure, this is Almalexia's City of Love and Charity. But sometimes I want to smack those whining pests.

There've been a lot of thefts lately -- high-class stuff, not just petty burglary and pickpocketing. I think there's someone new in town. Someone ambitious. Someone really good.

We used to feel the love and concern of the Tribunal -- here in Mournhold most especially, since it is the home of the Lady of Mercy, Almalexia, and her temple. But now we feel more like... I don't know exactly... confusion... fear... uneasiness... something missing... something wrong.

Why have people strayed from the Tribunal Temple? Actually, the wonder is that they've stayed in the Temple at all. It is true that the Tribunal have protected us from Dagoth Ur, and that is a big job -- a critical job. But as gods, they've become almost like Western gods -- absent and silent. What made them special was that they were Living Gods, among the people, a personal presence. Now the Mournhold Temple and the Ordinators are more oppressive than protective.

Almalexia is the Lady of Mercy, Mother of us all, healer and protector. But Almalexia has been more concerned with Dagoth Ur and his threats for years. Mournhold doesn't feel much like the City of Love any more, but hard times demand hard gods.

The sick, the needy, and the poor don't get the same attention they used to get when Almalexia walked among the people herself. The Temple still tries to help these people, but it's not the same.

None of the Tribunal have been seen in public in years. I know the strain of the war with Dagoth Ur has kept them busy. But what good is it having Living Gods if you never see them?

There seems to be a new, strange disease going around. Nerile Andaren -- the healer over at the Temple -- has been asking around for anyone who knows anything about all the rats we've been seeing.

The wild rats have been a real problem in Mournhold lately.

Rumors? Are you mad? There's no time for such nonsense!

Have you seen it? The raven? It's been spotted at the Altar of Thrond. It's huge, and black as midnight. Some say it's a sign that witches have come to Solstheim.

Have you seen it? The raven? It's been spotted at the Altar of Thrond. It's huge, and black as midnight. Some say it's a sign that witches have come to Solstheim.

My son was recently shipped up to Fort Frostmoth on the island of Solstheim. I don't know what he did to deserve that, but it couldn't have been good.

I've been told that the Empire has granted a new charter to do some mining on the island of Solstheim. Why anyone would want to go there is beyond me.

I heard there has been some trouble up at Fort Frostmoth. Never heard of it? It's on an island called Solstheim north of Vvardenfell.

Don't worry about reavers around here. Our northern patrols run into them now and then, but they stay away from defended settlements and forts like this one.

There are diseased wolves and bears out there. A few cure potions wouldn't be a bad idea.

Smuggler camps can be found all over the island. We'll clean them out one of these days. One at a time.

Ever been to Brodir Grove? Those stones used to be men, before some nasty wizard got to 'em. That's what the legend says, anyway

Heard the stories about a flying ship? They say it was headed north of here into a thick blizzard. Can't imagine it survived that storm.

Locals say berserkers aren't normal, they've gone wild and roam among the animals on the island.

Watch yourself at Thirsk. Nothing but a bunch of drunken barbarians, I tell you.

Wolves are fine creatures but some can be diseased, and they become a danger to us all.

You didn't hear this from me, but Kjolver is looking to hire someone for some kind of job...someone who's not afraid to get blood on their gauntlets, if you know what I mean.

Did you hear? Sigvatr the Strong killed Gustav Two-Teeth in cold blood! Gustav's widow Kolfinna is seeking retribution. She deserves it, if you ask me.

Our ancestral barrows can be found all over the island. I wouldn't go into them, if I were you.

I'm telling you, I saw a ship flying in the sky! It was headed west into the Moesring Mountains. I lost sight of it when a blizzard hit.

Finally, a boat to Fort Frostmoth. I often see you coming and going. You should check it out. It's on the shore just south of us.

Locals say berserkers aren't normal, they've gone wild and roam among the animals on the island.

Have you heard what the natives say about reavers? I've heard Fort Frostmoth patrols encounter them up north.

I've heard there's a spot just to the south of us that always seems to have smugglers come ashore. There are other spots around the island that smugglers like to use as camps.

I'm telling you, I saw a ship flying in the sky! It was headed north into the Moesring Mountains. I lost sight of it when a blizzard hit.

Ever been to Brodir Grove? Those stones used to be men, before some nasty wizard got to 'em. That's what the legend says, anyway

They say there is buried treasure somewhere on Solstheim. Problem is, nobody has ever found the map.

Be careful out there. Seems like everywhere you turn, there's a wolf or bear waiting to maul you.

Ever been to Brodir Grove? Those stones used to be men, before some nasty wizard got to 'em. That's what the legend says, anyway

Locals say berserkers aren't normal, they've gone wild and roam among the animals on the island.

I've heard there's a spot just to the south of us that always seems to have smugglers come ashore. There are other spots around the island that smugglers like to use as camps.

I'm telling you, I saw a ship flying in the sky! It was headed north into the Moesring Mountains. I lost sight of it when a blizzard hit.

They say there is buried treasure somewhere on Solstheim. Problem is, nobody has ever found the map.

Be careful out there. Seems like everywhere you turn, there's a wolf or bear waiting to maul you.

Have you heard what the natives say about reavers? I've heard Fort Frostmoth patrols encounter them up north.

The skies are clear all over Morrowind? Even on Red Mountain? I cannot believe it.

So. You are Nerevarine. When will you go to Red Mountain to face the Devil Dagoth Ur?

The ways of the world are mysterious. How strange. The Nerevarine, an outlander.

You are the prophesied one? Strange times. When will you go to Red Mountain to face the Devil Dagoth Ur? When you go, you go with our blessing.

Ghosts and Ancestors! We have heard how you went to Kogoruhn, and what you found there. It is terrible. And we have heard of Azura's cave, and the great ring. Will you show this ring to me? Please? Truly. It is a marvel.

We are living in strange times, outlander. The voices that speak in dreams say the Sleeper awakes. Dagoth Ur stirs beneath Red Mountain, and all his hosts shall spill forth and spoil the land.

Everyone is very curious about this outlander who claims to be the Nerevarine.

We know of the Nerevarine prophecies. We have also heard that an outlander comes to fulfill these prophecies. Perhaps you are that outlander. Perhaps not.

They call them 'corprus beasts.' They come from Red Mountain. Once they were men. Then blight storms come. They walk in the storms. They get sick, grow fat and stupid. Now they wander like mad beasts, killing and eating. Very bad, very bad.

You have slain Dagoth Ur, defeated the Sixth House, and ended the Blight, Nerevarine. That's all anyone is talking about now, %PCName.

The Archcanon has announced that Lord Vivec has selected you as a champion of the Temple in the war against Dagoth Ur and the Sixth House. Now the fate of Morrowind and its people lies in your hands.

So you have been named Hortator and Nerevarine, fulfilling the Nerevarine prophecies. I would not have believed it. But my informants assure me it is true. If now you can also achieve a reconciliation with the Temple, you may be able to unite all of Morrowind's force against Dagoth Ur and Red Mountain.

The four Ashlander tribes have named you Nerevarine? Remarkable. My staff have kept me up-to-date on your adventures, of course. But uniting the squabbling Ashlander tribes under one ashkhan is a remarkable achievement. Now I hope you will lead the tribes in our war against Dagoth Ur and the Sixth House.

The Great Houses have named you Hortator? Remarkable. My staff have kept me up-to-date on your adventures, of course. But uniting the fractious Great Houses under a single war leader is a remarkable achievement. Now you must marshal the Great House forces against Dagoth Ur and the Sixth House.

I'm told you claim to be the Incarnate -- Nerevar reborn according to legend. My father used to say, 'When you hear something unbelievable, don't believe it.' From what I hear, your story is remarkable enough without relying on ancient prophecies. I suggest you stand upon your reputation, and leave superstitions to the prophets and holy men.

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Must be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

I monitor smuggling along the Bitter Coast. And the job's too big for me. They move moon sugar, skooma, raw ebony, Dwemer artifacts, you name it, through Hla Oad and Gnaar Mok. With the coast honeycombed with smuggler caves, and Camonna Tong locals carrying tiny packages overland by night, I'll never catch them. But maybe you'll have better luck.

I keep tabs on Redoran's conflicts with Hlaalu and Telvanni. It's fairly easy. The Redoran Council is public and above-board, and they openly fund and support strikes against the rogue Telvanni bases. The dispute over Caldera with Hlaalu is more subtle. Redoran feels it should jurisdiction over the ebony mines, but Hlaalu and the Caldera Mining Company out-maneuvered them. Either one of those conflicts could flare into open war. Little we can do about it, but keep the Legion informed.

I'm keeping an eye on the Caldera Mining Company. We all think something fishy is going on -- probably several somethings -- but we haven't penetrated their operation. They're probably skimming cash, or raw ebony, or both. But we're not quite sure who 'they' are. The Company has tight security. Worried about the Redoran -- who think THEY should own Caldera -- and the Twin Lamps, who want to embarrass the Company or help slaves escape.

I'm trying to update our maps of the Bitter Coast. There are no goods maps of this area. Period. Islands, mountains, swamps, lakes, rivers. It's impossible. I'm getting to know the swamps and waterways here, maybe as well as the natives. But I can't blend with the natives, and I'm useless in the West Gash or the Ashlands. And I don't see why the maps are so important. Smuggling, maybe. But I'm wondering if they're thinking about landing and moving the Legions through here. In case of trouble.

I'm just support here. I don't pay much attention to what's going on.

I'm just a courier. Delivery boy. Follow orders and get paid. I don't know nothing. And I'm perfectly happy that way.

Part of the time I keep an eye on who comes and goes here in Seyda Neen. But most of my job is learning the land. Morrowind has been a province for centuries, but we really haven't had access to Vvardenfell until the last decade or so. It's a wild place, and even the natives get lost once they get off the roads.

...so Throknolf the Craven, who is strong and tough, but not the brightest star in the sky, wanders into Shenk's Shovel and drinks enough to choke a guar. Then he tells everyone about the loads of loot stashed in their cave, and how the guards will never find it. And then he stumbles out of Shenk's Shovel and wanders west of town, not paying any attention to me following along behind, and after a while he ducks into this cave. Poor fellow. He will never learn.

A shipmaster on the Tel Mora-Dagon Fel run said he dropped a group of wizards and mercenaries off on a little island somewhere between the point near Ahemmusa camp and Dagon Fel. Unfortunately, he couldn't -- or wouldn't -- give me a more specific description. My guess is that they were rogue Telvanni planning to set up a base out there.

Madayna Sarendas tells me Kirginia had the shipmaster drop her and her mates off in the middle of nowhere, on the beach north of Rotheran on Sheogorad. So she doesn't realize this looks odd? How many times has Kirginia done hard time for smuggling? She may not be smart, but she certainly is persistent.

Bilsa Andaram said she heard a group of smugglers talking about a trans-shipment point in a cave up on the coast in the West Gash. All she could catch was that it was north of Koal Cave and the Odai River, and that it was near a natural bridge of rock that arched over the water.

A group of hard cases came through here recently. And an old druegher says he's seen people putting goods ashore from a small boat on the coast northeast of Khuul. I think someone has a smugglers operation in a cave nearby where they're stashing the stuff.

The word I hear is that a team of smugglers are working out of a cave in the hills south of Maar Gan.

A caravaner told me he delivered a bunch of pilgrims in robes and a pile of equipment to a drop site east of Lake Nabia, northwest of Mount Kand. There's nothing out there to interest a pilgrim. You want to bet that's a bunch of rogue Telvanni setting up housekeeping?

Narese Athrys said she ran into a rogue Telvanni base out in the middle of the ashlands. Unfortunately, when she used her Almsivi Intervention to escape, she failed to note her position. All she could say was that she was somewhere in the ashlands between Foyada Mamaea on the west and Foyada Ashur-Dan on the east, and north of Lake Nabia. That covers a lot of empty territory.

A caravaner told me he delivered a bunch of pilgrims in robes and a pile of equipment to a drop site east of Lake Nabia, northwest of Mount Kand. There's nothing out there to interest a pilgrim. You want to bet that's a bunch of rogue Telvanni setting up housekeeping?

A shipmaster told me he ferried a group of young Telvanni and their guard from Tel Aruhn to the mainland south of Indoranyon, the old Dunmer stronghold. When the shipmaster left, he said it looked like the Telvanni were planning to set themselves up somewhere west of Indoranyon.

A fisherman said he thinks smugglers are working out of a cave on the coast south of Tel Mora. He said he saw a small boat unloading goods on a beach. He's not sure of the exact location, but he knows it was north of Indoranyon, the old Dunmer stronghold, the best landmark on that stretch of coast.

I hear Lesley's working out of a cave on the island east of Vivec.

This is the way Herd figures it. He's got his bandit hideaway right between Ald Sotha and Bal Fell, two of the nastiest holes in Vvardenfell, but convenient by boat to both Ebonheart and Vivec. The appalling neighbors keep traffic down, but as long as he leaves the Daedra cultists alone, he feels he's safe enough.

Take care when walking the roads. There have been rumors of a bandit robbing careless travelers near Hla Oad.

There was some orc in town recently, running like a madman from the guards. I don't know what it was about, but it was funny to watch.

I've heard that some traders have been having problems with the Ashlanders. It's not wise to hunt in Ashlander territory.

Have you heard about the noble girl and her special friend, the bandit? The poets say they're deeply in love, and they have run away together. Is it not romantic?

Tsiya has a little bit of a "sweet tooth," if you know what I mean. I heard her connection hasn't arrived yet, though, and she's been acting a bit jumpy.

I heard Orvas Dren is really cracking down on escaped slaves. He's hired bounty hunters to track down any who would help them.

My cousin claimed he saw a city in the water near Gnaar Mok. He's a drunkard, though, and spends too much time in the sun.

I've heard there's a shrine to Sheogorath hidden in Vivec. Some claim to have spoken to the Daedra Prince, but they must be madmen. At least, they are now.

The Dark Brotherhood is ready to make their move on the Morag Tong. I hear the Night Mother herself has come to Vvardenfell.

Dro'Zaymar, a Khajiit in St. Delyn, can jump higher than anyone I know. I wonder what his secret is.

An Orc over at the Gateway Inn in Sadrith Mora by the name of Gluronk was bragging about how her boss gave her a "sanguine belt."

Navil and Ranes Ienith are the Camonna Tong's best enforcers. They work for Orvas Dren.

The Bemis gang has taken up in the tombs somewhere under Vivec. I hope the guards catch them soon.

The Bemis gang has taken up in the tombs somewhere under Vivec.

No one knows what happened to Brilnosu Llarys. She's a Battlemage gone bad, wanted by half the guards in Vvardenfell. No one's seen her for a long time.

Mavon Drenim heard the Morag Tong was after her. She's prepared an ambush in the Telvanni Tower in Vivec.

Sarayn Sadus fled from Vivec. I heard the Morag Tong has a writ on him.

This one overheard two cloaked characters whispering about a room underneath the Arena in Vivec.

The Dremora over at the shrine has been unusually short-tempered lately.

Elvil Vidron in Suran is claiming to be the Incarnate. So far the Temple hasn't said anything about it.

I've heard there's a cult of Daedra worshippers right here in Vivec. Somewhere in the St. Delyn Canton.

One of the Temple's priests dreamt that the Shoes of St. Rilms are in the ruins of Ald Sotha.

I've been meaning to make the pilgrimage to the Sanctus Shrine, but it's such a long way....

Someone thinks the Masque of Clavicus Vile is here on Vvardenfell. Apparently there are many copies of 'N'Gasta! Kvata! Kvakis!' here on Vvardenfell. N'Gasta was a great Sload necromancer and servant of Clavicus Vile in the Second Era, and he may have had a wizard's tower here. An agent came to me asking questions about N'Gasta. The agent would not give his name, but I have learned he was in the employ of someone named Sorkvild the Raven.

The Temple has been pressuring Mistress Dratha to allow them to put some healers in Tel Mora. Women, of course.

The last Buoyant Armiger assault against Red Mountain ended in defeat. They retreated and most survived, but I heard they had to leave an artifact behind.

I hear the head of the Thieves Guild is pretty mad about some missing artifacts.

Did you hear that high ranking Legion officers duel each other for rank?

Lately the Ordinators have been taking verbal shots at the Legion guards. The Legion brass has got a muzzle on the troops, but they don't like it one bit.

Have you heard of the Talos Cult? A secret group within the Legion. What's that about? Are they planning something?

Do you know what the Legion does with the stolen goods they take off their prisoners? They stick them in evidence chests, right there in the forts.

Did you hear? The Lord's Mail has been taken. They're trying to keep it quiet, but some heads will roll, you can be sure.

Promotions come quickly in the Legion, if you don't screw up. And they also hand out some pretty choice armor when you get promoted.

The Legion in Gnisis is Orcs, mostly, but word is that they're recruiting for anyone over there.

The ashlands are full of diseased and blighted creatures.

I have heard of a traveling mage who summons creatures, just so he can slay them and capture their souls.

Have you heard of the Chrysamere? It's a sword of legend, and held by the Legion in Ebonheart.

One hears whispers in Ebonheart of the Lord's Mail -- that it has disappeared. The best armor in all of Tamriel, it is.

Been hearing voices at night. Do you?

A friend of mine says you HAVE to visit the House of Earthly Delights in Suran!

Did you hear that some fool lost Mentor's Ring. In a tomb along the Bitter Coast, or so they say.

They say the Legion gives out good armor to their best recruits.

Ranis Athrys in the Balmora Mages Guild has something against wizards who aren't in the guild. I think it has something to do with her parents, who were murdered by the old Telvanni Archmagister, the one before Gothren.

One of the Mages over at Wolverine Hall wants to talk to an Ashlander Wise Woman. But there's not much chance of getting a wise woman to visit Sadrith Mora.

Skink-in-Tree's-Shade seems like a decent sort... for an Argonian. But he has an unhealthy interest in vampires.

Ajira made a bet with Galbedir about who would get to the rank of Journeyman first. I hope it doesn't end with more flame atronachs in the guild library like last time.

The Gnisis Eggmine wasn't closed because of the Blight. I wish I knew the real reason they're keeping the miners out of the lower levels.

Senilias Cadiusus has been digging around in Nchuleftingth for years.

Edwinna thinks she just needs a few more Dwemer artifacts before she figures out how to make her own Centurions. I just hope the Empire doesn't find out what's she's been up to or we'll all be in trouble.

There's been something strange going on in Huleen's hut. Sounds like someone's been moving furniture.

Edwinna often complains about how the Archmage of Vvardenfell, Trebonius, doesn't really care about scholarship.

Tidros Indaram had to bail out Giras again. One of these days, Giras is going to go to far and even his family name won't protect him.

You have to understand Telvanni council politics. No one LIKES Archmagister Gothren. But no one gets to vote for Telvanni archmagister, either. The Telvanni Archmagister only changes when someone kills the old archmagister. And there's no one in a position to challenge him now. Not even close.

I heard Master Aryon enchanted a pair of gloves in his youth with powerful conjuration spells.

Fast Eddie was complaining the other day about how he was overlooked for advancement in House Telvanni. Again.

Mistress Dratha has been looking for something called a "Flesh Amulet." I heard Master Neloth is keeping it from her, to try and get some concession on the Council.

Llunela Hleran said she wanted to incorporate some of the defenses she's seen in Dwemer ruins into her next stronghold.

Master Aryon has been trying to talk some of the reclusive Telvanni into joining the Council. I think he may be planning to challenge the Archmagister.

Baladas Demnevanni has studied Dwemer ruins all over Vvardenfell. I hear he's always looking for books on the Dwemer.

Mistress Therana's having trouble with her slaves again. She has more trouble with her slaves than other Telvanni.

Watch out for Mistress Therana. She's eccentric and unpredictable.

Duke Dren argued with Berel Sala again over the proper role of the Ordinators.

Dram Bero is a very secretive man. Only his closest friends know where he lives.

Odral Helvi wants to set up a netch ranch of his own in the Ascadian Isles, but none of the farmers are selling.

Odral Helvi's up to no good. He's the most corrupt fatcat in all of Caldera.

You know, you look just like that special friend of Crassius Curio that everyone was talking about. Wonder what ever happened to him? You know, come to think of it, all of Curio's companions have looked like that. If you run into Curio, I'd be careful if I was you.

I've heard that a ship called the Prelude sank somewhere around Bal Fell. It was supposed to be loaded with treasure.

Yngling Half-Troll's game rats won at the arena again. When will they learn to stop betting against him?

The Hlaalu and Telvanni have been fighting over Odirniran for years.

I heard the East Empire Company was fed up with House Hlaalu and were looking for another source of Ebony.

House Hlaalu's guar herders have had some hard times these last few years.

Everyone's still talking about the murder of Ralen Hlaalo.

House Hlaalu must have a spy in Ald'ruhn. They always seem to know what the Redoran Council is planning.

It may come as a surprise to you, but some of us don't like outlanders. And don't want to talk to them.

You were visited by Tiber Septim! We heard this -- we were told that the Oracle of the Imperial Cult in the Imperial Chapels of Ebonheart says you saw Tiber Septim. Did you see him in the flesh? Did you see his ghost? Did he come and speak to you? Is that true? Wonders never cease.

You were visited by Tiber Septim! We heard this -- we were told that the Oracle of the Imperial Cult in the Imperial Chapels of Ebonheart says you saw Tiber Septim. Did you see him in the flesh? Did you see his ghost? Did he come and speak to you? Is that true? Wonders never cease.

I heard that Hrisskar upstairs is having some financial troubles. Can't seem to win a wager these days.

Well, I don't know if anyone else has seen him, but I saw some crazy guy wandering around the hills east of here recently. He was all decked out in armor and waving his sword, mumbling about there being no one to challenge him. I'd steer clear, stranger.

Are you %PCName? I heard the strangest thing. Someone said they heard you spoke with Tiber Septim at Ghostgate. The Emperor. The one who built the Empire, and died centuries ago, and became a god. They say the Emperor gave you a lucky coin, and blessed you with good fortune. That's just a story, isn't it? It couldn't be true, could it?

I have heard that you have taken personal vengeance for the murder of Airan-Ahhe, dead husband of our trader, Kurapli. This is well done, Clanfriend. I have also heard that she gave you Spirit Spear. May it find a home in the hearts of your foes.

I have heard that you have taken personal vengeance for the murder of Airan-Ahhe, dead husband of our trader, Kurapli. This is well done, Clanfriend. I have also heard that she gave you Spirit Spear. May it find a home in the hearts of your foes.

There's been a pretty bad rat problem in the Telvanni section of Vivec. Audenian Valius the enchanter has gotten the worst of it, apparently.

Rumors? Sorry, I haven't really been paying attention to those things since my husband has gone missing.

House Redoran's in trouble. Hlaalu's got all the ebony trade, Telvanni are grabbing land right and left. I hear Bolvyn Venim is sleeping with Fathasa Llethri, and Garisa won't do anything about it. A Redoran in Vivec refused to show up for a duel the other day. House Redoran isn't what it used to be, that's for sure.

Poor Moroni Uvelas. Her husband hasn't been home in days, and she's worried about him. No telling what that no-good man is doing.

Did you hear about poor Jeanne? No one will go into her store anymore. People say it's haunted.

I've heard that Balen Andrano over in the Redoran section has had a real tough time lately. He's losing a lot of business.

Crassius Curio is quite a patron of the arts. He commissioned some artists to do a mural for him, and I heard that he has written a new play, and would like to have it performed.

I've heard that Miun-Gei the enchanter is getting really fed up with some obnoxious Breton selling wares outside his shop. Ridiculous what some people will do to earn a drake.

I've heard that Miun-Gei in the Foreign Quarter is getting really fed up with some obnoxious Breton selling wares outside his shop. Ridiculous what some people will do to earn a drake.

I've heard that there's a powerful vampire in the Drethan tomb near Ald Daedroth. She's slaughtered any mortals that have gone in the place. From what I've heard, she's killed a number of your kind as well.

I've heard rumors of a vampire hunter in the city recently, dark one. You should take care.

I have no interest in spreading rumors.

I don't know any rumors, dark one.

I've heard that the youngest Llethri runt has decided he wants to become one of your kind. Maybe you can help with that. Of course, his mother is against it, and she's got a lot of money.

I've heard there are a number of young locals who follow a vampire named Lord Irarak. They hide themselves in one of the ancestral burial tombs nearby and do whatever it is they do. Idiots, if you ask me.

It is not a rumor. It is the truth. Lord Dagoth, Dagoth Ur, Lord of the Sixth House, and Savior of the Dunmer people, has awakened. And with him shall all sleepers awaken, and Morrowind shall be cleansed of the stain of false gods and foreign rule.

Everyone's saying you've got a price on your head. Some people are going to start looking at your skin like it might be a handy way to pay off a few debts.

Well, I don't know if anyone else has seen him, but I saw some crazy guy wandering around the hills east of here recently. He was all decked out in armor and waving his sword, mumbling about there being no one to challenge him. I'd steer clear, stranger.

I hear you're in a little trouble with the law. Why don't you pay the magistrate? You know you owe it. Why don't you pay it?

Heard about the Gateway haunting? A ghost is haunting the South Turret bed chamber. Somebody drives it out? And it comes right back. The Gateway is too new to have its own haunts. Some sorcerer up to mischief is my guess. But it's ruining business at the Gateway, and Angaredhel the Prefect is NOT happy. Be good if somebody would take care of it before someone gets hurt.

That bigmouth Varro over at Moonmoth Legion Fort says he's going to stop corruption. He doesn't know what he's talking about. What he calls corruption is just the routine greasing of the wheels of commerce. These outlanders come in here and think they know how things should work. They don't understand anything about the way things work in Morrowind.

They say someone hit the Camonna Tong at the Council Club. Hard. And the guards SAY they're very concerned, and they're following all leads... But somehow they don't seem very sincere. And Larrius Varro? Champion at Fort Moonmoth? He's been quoted as saying, 'I swore an oath to stop corruption, but it seems the gods have seen fit to fulfill my oath for me.' And you know what's funny? Someone said they saw YOU talking to Larrius Varro several times recently. A coincidence? I don't think so.

Everyone knows the Balmora magistrate, Nolus Atrius, is on the take. Thieves, thugs, and murderers are getting ridiculous sentences, or paying a drake and walking free. But they'll never get Atrius. He's got fatcats and family back in the City to cover him. The Legion Champion, Larrius Varro, over at Moonmoth Legion Fort, he has sworn an oath to stop corruption. But I don't see what he can do.

People don't realize how deeply the Dark Elves resent the Occupation. The real powers behind the Hlaalu council, Orvas Dren and his Camonna Tong syndicate, nurse those ancient resentments. They haven't a chance of challenging Imperial authority now, but if the stability of the Empire were threatened -- for example, if the legions were recalled because of some problem with the Septim succession -- Dren and the Tong might move openly to drive the Imperials out of Morrowind.

The Legion Champion, Larrius Varro, over at Moonmoth Legion Fort, has sworn an oath to stop corruption. He hasn't had much luck going through official channels. The syndicates have got their people covered coming and going. He'll never get anywhere working through the system. He's going to have to find someone who can get him around the system. Or through the system. Like straight and HARD through the system.

Our new mage-lord, Master Aryon, has done a lot for Tel Vos, and most of us are very happy with him. But he is still having trouble with the nearby Zainab Ashlander tribe. Part of the problem is that we settled villagers and the Ashlander nomads don't really understand each other very well. Aryon's captain, Turedus Talanian, is looking for someone who can help forge a bond with the Zainab. If you know anything about Ashlanders, you might be able to help them out.

Our new mage-lord, Master Aryon, has done a lot for Tel Vos, and most of us are very happy with him. But he is still having trouble with the nearby Zainab Ashlander tribe. Part of the problem is that we settled villagers and the Ashlander nomads don't really understand each other very well. Aryon's captain, Turedus Talanian, is looking for someone who can help forge a bond with the Zainab. If you know anything about Ashlanders, you might be able to help them out.

You know what I heard about Baram? The other day he woke up in the Temple, but couldn't remember how he got there or why he went there. He made a big joke of it, saying he must have tied one on last night, and forgot all about it.

A sailor from Soulrest says he heard the Expeditionary Force has put down the tribal uprisings in Black Marsh. He says local traders expect exports of gold and timber to resume after the plantations and mines are rebuilt.

Tanusea Veloth has the Divine Disease, but she refuses to leave the city.

I hear the same thing from everybody. Everybody's feeling tired. Wonder if something is going around.

The blight storms have been really bad this year. My friend who makes the Maar Gan pilgrimage every year got caught in a real doozy. He was in a pretty bad way until they got him back to a Temple.

Have you noticed? People staying up until all hours of the night? Walking the streets? Tradesmen open all the time? Strange. Like they can't get to sleep or something. Or don't want to go to sleep. Maybe something in their sleep is bothering them. If you follow my meaning.

You'd think she'd be more discreet, seeing as how the Duke's her father. But Ilmene Dren is a strong-willed young woman, and she hates slavery with a passion. Her family's wealth and influence means nothing to her. She's proud of living in a St. Delyn slum. And she doesn't mind being seen with known abolitionists like that bookseller, Jobasha.

I've been hearing of a lot of people with bad dreams, seeing bad omens, stuff like that. Haven't you?

The Office of the Watch says they got the one who killed the two Ordinators. They didn't say how. But I heard it was an outlander that tracked the killer down. And I also heard the outlander was a %PCRace that looked a lot like you. What a remarkable coincidence.

So Herd the Bandit has become Herd the Pirate? I guess he's decided to try his luck with sea-going banditry. How do you like the idea of Herd and his mob in a boat? I hope they've invested in water-breathing potions.

Now that they found Lesley's little hole over by Ebonheart, where do you suppose she's moved her operation? It's got to be close by, with the volume of stuff she's smuggling.

House Redoran has been sending groups of mercenaries against the rogue Telvanni bases cropping up out in Molag Amur and the Ashlands. They don't seem to be having much luck, even though these rogue Telvanni are small fry compared to the mage-lords of the Telvanni towers. Maybe the hard-headed Redorans are sticking too closely to the armored-knight charge-and-bash drill. Maybe someone with a little subtlety might do better.

I heard someone kidnapped Miner Arobar's daughter.

House Redoran has been sending groups of mercenaries against the rogue Telvanni bases cropping up out in Molag Amur and the Ashlands. They don't seem to be having much luck, even though these rogue Telvanni are small fry compared to the mage-lords of the Telvanni towers. Maybe the hard-headed Redorans are sticking too closely to the armored-knight charge-and-bash drill. Maybe someone with a little subtlety might do better.

I hear there's a secret organization called the Twin Lamps. It helps runaway slaves escape. It's against the law to aid runaway slaves. But I think slavery is wrong, and I can understand why these Abolitionists would be willing to break the law.

The guys who are making the REAL money are the tax agents and bureaucrats. They take their percentages off the top.

You've got to hand it to the little daemon-charmers. They surprised us. The Telvanni got these little groups squatting down all over the island, and we've done little to stop them. They're going to be tough to root out. It's going to cost money and lives. But we better make the investment now, before it's too late.

What could kill two Ordinators before they can draw their weapons? Slit their throats? Happened right here in Vivec. Got to be a sorcerer or vampire. The Office of the Watch in the Hall of Justice is worried about sending their own Ordinators out after this killer. The rumor is that the Office of the Watch is looking for outside help. You're an outlander. Did you know five other outlanders were killed just the same way?

Have you heard? Seven victims? Here in Vivec? All with their throats slit? When it was just a few outlanders killed, the Ordinators weren't making much fuss. But now that they've had two of their own people with slit throats, they seem very concerned at the Hall of Justice. I've heard that the Office of the Watch is quietly looking around for some special help. Anything that can kill TWO Ordinators before they can draw their weapons sounds like it will NEED special help.

Did you hear they stuck that Dissident Priests guy Malur Omayn in the Ministry of Truth? I guess the Temple Priests and Ordinators figure they can straighten him out in there. I'll bet they can.

You know, I just heard someone say they'd heard about smugglers on the coast around here. Sorry. I don't remember the details.

Wonder where those young Telvanni were headed with all that gear? Shipmaster said they had quite a load.

Narese Athrys found a rogue Telvanni base out in the middle of the ashlands, but she used Almsivi Intervention to escape, and now she doesn't know exactly where the base was.

This caravaner friend of mine says that with so many more blight storms around Red Mountain this year than last year, he's thinking about getting out of the business.

I'm telling you, it's making me worried. My neighbor was outside in the middle of the night last night, running around, talking nonsense, and in the morning, he doesn't remember a thing about it. Those scholars talk stuff about delusion diseases and such. What the hell does that mean? And why can't the priests cure it?

The blight storms have been so bad around Red Mountain this year that the crops and herds of the outlying villages are really suffering. The price of everything is got to go up.

It's strange, isn't it? Lots of people I know are having bad dreams. Seeing strange visions. Acting funny. The Tribunal Temple just goes on and on about sin and wickedness, but they're just religious fanatics. It is odd. Wonder if it has anything to do with all the blight storms this year?

I tell you. This Peakstar? The Temple says she's dead. So how could she be the Nerevarine if she's dead?

The Temple forbids the worship of the four bad Daedra -- Mehrunes Dagon, Malacath, Molag Bal, and Sheogorath. But it's a big island, and there's a lot of wilderness, with lots of old Daedric ruins just waiting for a new group of worshippers. The Ordinators have their hands full with heretics and dissidents at home. They can't go out chasing Daedra lovers.

Of course, most Mages Guild wizards are pathetic clowns. But I must admit, that lizard that goes by the barbarous title of 'Skink-in-Tree's-Shade' is a very astute practitioner, almost as sage and learned as Telvanni aspirants five times his age. But I have heard he carries his anti-slavery politics a little too far, and much farther than Imperial law allows.

These outlanders won't be happy until slavery is outlawed. I don't know what I'd do without slaves. Hire some shiftless, untrustworthy, evil-smelling pauper? It's our right to have slaves, by law and custom, and it's none of their damn business.

We've been fortunate. We tested the resolve of the Duke and the other Houses when we grabbed Tel Vos. And we found out they weren't going to fight to protect the settlement charters, we sent out our deviants and malcontents to stake new claims. Some will survive, some won't. Hlaalu and Redoran have to respond. But in the end, the ones that survive will extend our power and influence here on Vvardenfell.

And how do you think it was that bloated Imperial plutocrats got the charter to exploit the Caldera ebony deposits, and not a native Great House or local colonist? Big fat bribes, I tell you. And friends in high places.

A rumor says the Emperor has repealed the War Tax. We've heard nothing official here, but it's about damn time. We haven't had a war in ten years.

It's the law of Morrowind. Slavery is legal. The Empire doesn't like it, but the Emperor signed the Armistice, and that made it legal for the Dunmer to retain their ancient laws and customs. Now, there's some Abolitionists who say, 'To hell with the law... slavery is wrong.' I'm not saying I disagree, in theory. But it's the law.

Did you hear about the pilgrims headed east of Lake Nabia, northwest of Mount Kand. That's no place for a party of pilgrims.

Tilena Thalor will never stop smuggling. It's all she knows. And if you see her here in Maar Gan, she's got something going on. But where?

Some Ashlanders nearby have been bragging about how they captured a famous noble. I wonder who it is.

It was inevitable. The local criminal organization, the Camonna Tong, wasn't going to stand by and let the Thieves Guild set up shop in their territory. It'll be bloody. And the Thieves Guild doesn't stand a chance.

Some strange men came through here not long ago. Stopped by Thongar's Tradehouse. Tight-lipped, suspicious bunch.

It's the law of Morrowind. Slavery is legal. The Empire doesn't like it, but the Emperor signed the Armistice, and that made it legal for the Dunmer to retain their ancient laws and customs. Now, there's some Abolitionists who say, 'To hell with the law... slavery is wrong.' I'm not saying I disagree, in theory. But it's the law.

Yes, I've heard what Bilsa Andaram has been saying. Of course they're smugglers on the West Gash coast. When was that ever news?

The smugglers working out of Shurinbaal lost their contact in Balmora. I hear they're working now with someone in Ald'ruhn.

It was inevitable. The local criminal organization, the Camonna Tong, wasn't going to stand by and let the Thieves Guild set up shop in their territory. It'll be bloody. And the Thieves Guild doesn't stand a chance.

With all the unrest in Cyrodiil City, a trooper told me they might have to recall the Legions to protect the Emperor.

I hear there's a secret organization called the Twin Lamps. It helps runaway slaves escape. It's against the law to aid runaway slaves. But I think slavery is wrong, and I can understand why these Abolitionists would be willing to break the law.

I hear there's a secret organization called the Twin Lamps. It helps runaway slaves escape. It's against the law to aid runaway slaves. But I think slavery is wrong, and I can understand why these Abolitionists would be willing to break the law.

Kirginia is back in Dagon Fel. And when you see Kirginia, you know there's smuggling going on.

I heard a shipmaster on the Tel Mora-Dagon Fel run dropped a group of wizards and mercenaries off on a little island somewhere. Think that was a bunch of rogue Telvanni planning to set up a base?

Odral Helvi was arrested on charges of smuggling. It seems someone he hired for a delivery of smuggled ebony turned him over to the authorities. Now Helvi's cooling his heels in some lockup on the mainland, awaiting trial.

House Redoran is really steamed up about the Caldera land grab. They say that Caldera is in their territory, and that they should have gotten the charter. Worse yet, they say that Hlaalu is skimming the top off the Imperial fatcat company that got the charter. Since it's an Imperial company, Redoran can't even get a House War contract on it. It'll come to violence, you mark my words.

Uriel Septim is sick, and wizards say his heir, Geldall Septim, and the younger Septims, Enman and Ebel, are just doppelgangers placed in the household during Jagar Tharn's tenure as Imperial Battlemage. They say the Guard charged a mob demanding destruction of the false heirs -- lots of folks were killed.

I hear there's a secret organization called the Twin Lamps. It helps runaway slaves escape. It's against the law to aid runaway slaves. But I think slavery is wrong, and I can understand why these Abolitionists would be willing to break the law.

These outlanders won't be happy until slavery is outlawed. Our plantations depend on slaves, mostly down south in Dres District, but here in the Ascadian Isles, too. It's our right to have slaves, by law and custom, and it's none of their damn business.

House Hlaalu would much rather have the Caldera charter, thank you very much, and run those ebony mines ourselves. But it hasn't worked out so badly. The Imperial Caldera Mining Company is laying out the cash and doing the work, and we're talking the cream off the top in graft and bribes. No wonder Redoran is angry. And when they're angry, they're dangerous.

I heard Bolvyn Venim was having an affair with the wife of one of the other Councilors.

You've got to hand it to the little daemon-charmers. They surprised us. The Telvanni got these little groups squatting down all over the island, and we've done little to stop them. They're going to be tough to root out. It's going to cost money and lives. But we better make the investment now, before it's too late.

Look. It's not just the crops and herds. The blight storms are making everyone sick. It's not an easy cure, even for a Temple, and all they've got in the backcountry is the odd healer and pilgrim shrine.

Well, the Temple has always said that madness is a soul sickness, and a sign of sin. But in the Empire, they say it's just another kind of disease.

Everyone knows who really runs House Hlaalu. It's not the councilors. No one sits on that council unless it suits Orvas Dren.

Yeah. Right. The Temple SAYS this Peakstar heretic is dead. But did they produce a body? I don't see no body.

Why is everybody so grouchy and tired lately? You don't suppose folks are all having bad dreams all at once? I'm not saying I'm having bad dreams. No, sera, not at all. I'm fine. But you do hear folks talking among themselves sometimes. About having bad dreams and not being able to sleep nights.

It's not bad enough with the blight storms this year, but the Ashlanders are also going crazy, jumping caravans and pilgrims, raiding villages, scrapping with the Legions. They ought to send the Legions out and teach them a lesson.

A guard found Naryn walking around in his nightshirt near the fort. He said he didn't remember how he got there. Sounds to me like he's getting old before his time.

The guys who are making the REAL money are the tax agents and bureaucrats. They take their percentages off the top.

You won't believe what old Avus said yesterday. 'I could live in a nutshell and be consumed with infinite space were it not that I have bad dreams.' What the hell is he talking about?

And how do you think it was that bloated Imperial plutocrats got the charter to exploit the Caldera ebony deposits, and not a native Great House or local colonist? Big fat bribes, I tell you. And friends in high places.

It was inevitable. The local criminal organization, the Camonna Tong, wasn't going to stand by and let the Thieves Guild set up shop in their territory. It'll be bloody. And the Thieves Guild doesn't stand a chance.

Someone's been selling strange red statues in Ald'ruhn.

Everybody's complaining about not getting enough sleep. Maybe it's the weather.

It's not just the blight storms that're bad this year. They got all sorts of blighted beasts coming down from the mountain. It's pretty bad on the trails and in the outback villages.

It feels like everyone's working too hard, trying to live the Good Life. Seems like everyone I talk to is always tired. Just not getting enough sleep.

Madness is a sickness in the soul. It comes from a lack of faith, and a love of sin. All this talk of bad dreams and bad omens, superstition... it's just a sign that people have abandoned the Temple and fallen into greed and wickedness.

The guar herders west of Ald'ruhn were having trouble with bandits.

People seem tired lately. Everybody is talking about it, giving all sorts of excuses -- the weather, noise, over-work, worries. But you also hear some people talking quietly about having bad dreams. You know the Temple doesn't want to hear that stuff, and folks keep it to themselves. But it would explain a lot.

I know they announced it a while ago, but now the Temple Priests and Ordinators are really going after heretics, especially Dissident Priests.

Some Ashlanders near Maar Gan have been bragging about how they captured a famous noble. I wonder who it is.

There's a ban on new Great House settlements without Duke Dren's approval, but rogue Telvanni are developing sites in defiance of the Duke's orders. I hear these rogue Telvanni are just ambitious hedgewizards -- not full-blown Telvanni mage-lords -- so they might be easy pickings.

Did you hear Bolvyn Venim killed another outlander in a duel. The man was an officer in the House Guard, but Bolvyn Venim insulted his ancestors at a meal, so of course the officer had to demand satisfaction. And of course he had no chance against Venim. So it was murder, really. You're an outlander, yes? Then take warning. Be very careful in your dealings with Venim. Or, better yet, stay away from him.

Everyone says Varvur Sarethi murdered Bralen Carvaren, but I don't believe it. They were the best of friends.

These outlanders won't be happy until slavery is outlawed. Personally, I don't want slaves. No one I know has any. But it's our right to have slaves, by law and custom, and it's none of their damn business.

The other day a Redoran in Vivec refused a duel. With cowards even in House Redoran, who will protect us next time the Nords invade?

There's a ban on new Great House settlements without Duke Dren's approval, but rogue Telvanni are developing sites in defiance of the Duke's orders. I hear these rogue Telvanni are just ambitious hedgewizards -- not full-blown Telvanni mage-lords -- so they might be easy pickings.

House Redoran isn't going to let those Hlaalu take Caldera and the ebony mines without a fight. Caldera is traditionally House Redoran territory, so we are the ones who should have the charter. As soon as we have proof that the Hlaalu are cheating the Empire, we'll take Caldera back by force.

Morvayn Manor was overrun by corprus monsters. I thought they couldn't get out of the Ghostfence.

Athyn Sarethi may be the 'Hope of the Redoran,' but someone wants him dead. He's fended off three Morag Tong attacks already.

I heard Bolvyn Venim was having an affair with the wife of one of the other Councilors.

Redoran is not going to stand by and watch Telvanni setting up those bases without a charter. Ever since we let the Telvanni get away with Tel Vos, they've been sending out wizards and mercenaries to stake their claims on promising sites. And if we don't do something about it, those damn necromancers will end up on our doorsteps.

It's the law of Morrowind. Slavery is legal. The Empire doesn't like it, but the Emperor signed the Armistice, and that made it legal for the Dunmer to retain their ancient laws and customs. Now, there's some Abolitionists who say, 'To hell with the law... slavery is wrong.' I'm not saying I disagree, in theory. But it's the law.

I heard how you handled that affair with Ienas Sarandas. I hear Ienas Sarandas was found dead in his home. I don't suppose YOU had anything to do with that? Of course, there were no witnesses. But everyone knows you killed that poor fool. Don't think anyone here will forgive you for that.

I heard how you handled that affair with Ienas Sarandas. I hear Ienas Sarandas was found dead in his home. I don't suppose YOU had anything to do with that? Of course, there were no witnesses. But everyone knows you killed that poor fool. Don't think anyone here will forgive you for that.

I heard how you handled that affair with Ienas Sarandas. And a very pretty thing you did. The word is all over town. Have you heard he has given his house to the Temple and is studying to be a priest at the Ald'ruhn Temple?

I heard how you handled that affair with Ienas Sarandas. And a very pretty thing you did. The town's merchant's think the world of you. The word is all over town. Have you heard he has given his house to the Temple and is studying to be a priest at the Ald'ruhn Temple?

Have you seen Ienas Sarandas lately? What a remarkably good-looking young man he is. And so tastefully dressed. I thought I heard something about him having a little money trouble, but you'd never think it to look at him. And I hear he has become a prisoner of strong drink. That would never have happened while his devout, Temple-fearing parents were alive.

I've heard that the local tax collector, Processus Vitellius, is missing. No surprise, really. He wasn't well liked around here.

These Imperial tax collectors have really started to get on everyone's nerves. Haven't seen the local one in a while, though...not that anyone is complaining.

I must tell you, all this self-righteous Western clamor against slavery is really tiresome. Our right to own slaves is protected by law -- IMPERIAL law. People who free slaves are breaking the law. It's as simple as that.

I must tell you, all this self-righteous Western clamor against slavery is really tiresome. Our right to own slaves is protected by law -- IMPERIAL law. People who free slaves are breaking the law. It's as simple as that.

Have you noticed, for all its proclamations about protecting the rights of property and preserving law and order, the Imperial legion does little enough to capture and prosecute abolitionists? That's a bit hypocritical, don't you think?

At first, it seemed the fuss about the Nerevarine prophecy was just silly superstition. Then I learned that the Dunmer have been waiting for Lord Nerevar to come back for centuries. The 'Incarnate', they call it. Every few years an Ashlander appears, and the tribes call him the Incarnate. Then the Temple goes out, hunts him down, and reveals him as a fake. Why does the Temple worry so much about it?

The Blight is gone. Completely. Blue skies over Red Mountain. We all owe you a debt of gratitude.

It may come as a surprise to you, but some of us don't like outlanders. And don't want to talk to them.

You were visited by Tiber Septim! We heard this -- we were told that the Oracle of the Imperial Cult in the Imperial Chapels of Ebonheart says you saw Tiber Septim. Did you see him in the flesh? Did you see his ghost? Did he come and speak to you? Is that true? Wonders never cease.

You were visited by Tiber Septim! We heard this -- we were told that the Oracle of the Imperial Cult in the Imperial Chapels of Ebonheart says you saw Tiber Septim. Did you see him in the flesh? Did you see his ghost? Did he come and speak to you? Is that true? Wonders never cease.

Are you %PCName? I heard the strangest thing. Someone said they heard you spoke with Tiber Septim at Ghostgate. The Emperor. The one who built the Empire, and died centuries ago, and became a god. They say the Emperor gave you a lucky coin, and blessed you with good fortune. That's just a story, isn't it? It couldn't be true, could it?

Everyone's saying you've got a price on your head. Some people are going to start looking at your skin like it might be a handy way to pay off a few debts.

I hear you're in a little trouble with the law. Why don't you pay the magistrate? You know you owe it. Why don't you pay it?

Have you noticed, for all its proclamations about protecting the rights of property and preserving law and order, the Imperial legion does little enough to capture and prosecute abolitionists? That's a bit hypocritical, don't you think?

At first, it seemed the fuss about the Nerevarine prophecy was just silly superstition. Then I learned that the Dunmer have been waiting for Lord Nerevar to come back for centuries. The 'Incarnate', they call it. Every few years an Ashlander appears, and the tribes call him the Incarnate. Then the Temple goes out, hunts him down, and reveals him as a fake. Why does the Temple worry so much about it?

The Blight is gone. Completely. Blue skies over Red Mountain. We all owe you a debt of gratitude.

The Order of Ebonheart has tasked Sellus Gravius with organizing an expedition to reclaim Fort Firemoth.

Lord General Caecalia Victrix wants to reclaim Fort Firemoth. I hear she has tasked Sellus Gravius in Seyda Neen with organizing an expedition.

I hear the Order of Ebonheart has been charged with reclaiming Fort Firemoth. Let's hope it doesn't end in another shipwreck.

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Anis, our fellow miner, went to the lake for a quick bath after getting sprayed with kwama acid. That was the last time we saw the poor guy. There's something strange... something unsettling in those waters. I always thought the stories were just a local legend in Ald Horak, meant to scare children. Now I'm convinced there's something evil in that lake.

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BEGIN TR MAP 3 ORETHAN HEARTLANDS REGION LATEST RUMORS

I haven't heard anything. Nobody comes out this way.

I haven't got time for idle gossip. I've only stopped briefly in Nanaav to pay my respects to my lady. Please, leave me to my contemplation.

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Be wary of nondescript coastal caves and grottos. If you're lucky, you'll find naught but a swarm of slaughterfish. If you're unlucky, you'll find bandits, daedra, or dreugh. Pay attention to exteriors. Dreugh make their presence known via their bizarre architecture.

A large outlander vessel wrecked itself on the coast not far from here. No survivors have turned up, so either the crash killed them all or bandits finished them off. I wonder what valuables the ship carried. Perhaps they are lost beneath the waves. If you plan to go searching, be warned: bandits have infested the wreckage.

A large navy vessel wrecked itself on the coast not far from here. No survivors have turned up, so either the crash killed them all or bandits finished them off. I wonder what valuables the ship carried. Perhaps they are lost beneath the waves. If you plan to go searching, be warned: bandits have infested the wreckage.

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BEGIN TR MAP 3 SUNDERED SCAR REGION LATEST RUMORS

I'm trying to work here. Stop wasting my time.

Can't mine and chat with strangers at the same time. Get lost.

An unruly slave tripped and fell into the magma pits. At least, that's what Vadis Radathren says happened.

The local bandits have become bolder lately.

Nelyna Maren is the head priestess of the Darvonis temple. She's clearly competent, given how she manages to keep that mess of a town afloat, but she's also overzealous. Anything she deems dissident is quickly cracked down on.

The Sundered Scar is sparsely populated, and not many dare to explore its wilderness. That's why it's such a hotbed for smuggling. It's the perfect place to stay beyond the sight of Almalexia's authorities or ship contraband across the Inner Sea.

You might stumble upon the ruins of ancient Indoril chapels in the wilderness around here. If you're smart, you'll stay away. Who knows what evils have moved in over the centuries?

The tomb's guardians have been more agitated then usual since a pair of looters passed into the lower levels. They must have made it further than most, though by now they must surely be dead.

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BEGIN TR MAP 3 NANAAV LATEST RUMORS

Don't tell anyone I told you this, but Felsa Thiralas is not long for Nanaav. She won't stop accusing students of cheating, It's a bad look for the chapel. If her latest accusation turns out to be as empty as her last, then she'll be packing her bags for Aamul. If you want to see for yourself, I hear she's hiding upstairs in the Statesmen's Hall.

Felsa Thiralas has been fuming lately. Apparently she thinks one of her pupils is cheating, but none of the senior housemen want anything to do with it since the last time she made such an accusation and it was found to be nothing but hot air! She barely shows her face now, hardly ever leaving the dining room in the Statesmen's Hall. Can you believe it?

Did you hear that Staunch-Roots, the Argonian slave, is now a clerk? I'm not sure if I approve. But if Indoril Beroth permits it, I suppose it must be alright.

Staunch-Roots, one of the Argonian slaves around here, has been acting strange. I hope he isn't getting any ideas about escaping.

People are getting worried about the increasing dreugh activity around Lake Andaram. More ships are wrecking than before. More people are disappearing along the shores. It's almost like the ominous legends you hear from sailors in Aimrah are true.

Local Hlaalu presence used to be mostly wealthy individuals passing through on their way to Almalexia and Necrom. Now, since the construction of Maar-Bani Crossing, House Hlaalu has become much more active, meddling in Almas Thirr, and yes -- even on the northern shores of Lake Andaram. But Indoril Beroth doesn't sit idly by. She captured many agents -- not all of them made it through the interrogations.

There's an old dispute between the two neighboring councilors. Indoril Beroth believes Khalaan is still rightfully Indoril Raathim's demesne, even after he set his own chapel aflame. Ilvi disagreed, and simply took parts of the territory for himself, a grievance Beroth has nursed for years. Only recently has the news of Nav Andaram brought them together against the Hlaalu.

There's an old dispute between the two neighboring councilors. Indoril Beroth believes Khalaan is still rightfully Indoril Raathim's demesne, even after he set his own chapel aflame. Ilvi disagreed, and simply took parts of the territory for himself. Beroth still hasn't forgiven him for it.

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BEGIN TR MAP 3 TILMETH RUMORS

Everyone saw you best Indoril Delyn's son. We respect your victory, but we do not have to respect you.

Bilen Delyn is eager to match his father in wisdom and honor, but he can be rather brash. He talks of the disgrace that is the city of Old Ebonheart upon ancestral Khalaan. One day, he will surely turn those words into action.

While our lady Almalexia contends with the Sixth House, godless outlanders are overrunning her city. No wonder we hear stories of spiritual and physical poverty there. Out here in the Orethan Fields folk are more in touch with the true soul of Resdayn.

Lady Denara Delyn lost an amulet recently. She had the slaves and servants scouring the manor from top to bottom, but to no avail. It must have been misplaced on one of her latest excursions.

The glass mine near Varon has been struggling lately, but I hear that they're hopeful about finding a new productive vein.

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House Indoril is changing. It's not just that they accept outlanders now. More and more, they're hollowing out the principles that originally made them -- and us -- great. And what is there to fill in the gaps but foreign coin?

It's hard work being a farmer. The stuck-up mer in Almalexia don't appreciate us. But I have my slaves and my farmhands toil day and night to make sure that there's food on their plates.

I heard that Bilen Delyn, the son of the Lord Indoril Delyn, had angered the foolish Imperials of Old Ebonheart. His arrival to Tilmeth may be related to that.

Some clueless Breton's been asking about Akuband, the Dwemer ruin northwest of here. Rumor is she never came back. Probably dead. A shame, but that's the fate of foolish outlanders -- too stubborn to heed our warnings.

Some outlanders said they're organizing an archaeological dig site in the Bharch ruins east of here. They didn't look like mages or scholars to me -- but what do I know?

I left Almalexia and started a farm so that I wouldn't have to take part in petty gossip with unserious outlanders.

There used to be plenty of Dres caravans passing by our farm on their way to Othrenis and Almalexia. Now they're taking the eastern road through Ralthel more and more often. I reckon it's because Indoril Beroth has grown suspicious even of House Dres. She doesn't want anyone near Nanaav.

Falsyn Indobar has made a fortune selling slaves in Othrenis. I wonder how he managed to secure such favorable deals with House Dres.

The Tribunal are the only true kings of Morrowind. Helseth will be little more than a footnote.

Some fear the Ordinators. I can understand that. Considering the stories that get told about them, it's a wonder that more don't. But do not judge them all because of a few bad gorapples. From my own experience, there are many good mer among them.

Be careful if you're heading west. Another traveler who came from that direction said she was attacked by a mad velk. It sounds like a joke, but apparently the thing was really out for blood.

There is a glass mine nearby. Makes me wonder if we will ever strike something more valuable than eggs.

I heard a parastylus dragged a traveler off the road not far from here. Into the earth, they say. No trace left.

Some s'wits are poaching the long-legged velks native to the Sundered Scar for their nectar sacks. They're too foolish to realize this breed carries disease. There's already a sickness going around these parts.

Benpal was another major egg mine in the region, just south of Tilmeth. It was abandoned after some strange occurrences: equipment going missing, kwama getting irritable, miners being kept up all night by bizarre noises.

I hear another mine up north hit diamonds. Nothing that exciting ever happens here.

We've heard some creepy sounds coming from the deepest tunnel in the mine.

Indoril Beroth could be making a fortune selling the gold en masse to the East Empire Company or some other western merchants' tong. Of course, she rightfully refuses. Imperial gold only corrupts the spirit.

Orethan isn't as tranquil as it seems. A sect of insurrectionists called Zirik's Shouts have hideouts throughout the region, and they've been gaining sympathizers among the Velothi.

I hear worries from the people of Almalexia that the Lady Goddess doesn't make public appearances anymore. The Tribunal used to walk among us. Especially in Mournhold -- where Almalexia resides -- it wasn't uncommon for her to show herself in public. But now she never does. I understand that the war with Dagoth Ur takes its toll, but still... it's deeply unsettling.

Even here in Orethan you sometimes hear of travelers going missing or being robbed. Most are fools lulled by the idyllic feel of the region and the proximity to the capital. They forget that guards don't patrol the hinterlands. Out there you can still stumble upon smugglers or a ferocious beast.

Around here, the most interesting rumors come from the streets of Almalexia. Life in the countryside of Morrowind's heartlands tends to be slow and peaceful.

Indoril Beroth of Nanaav has executed one of her own retainers, accusing him of spying for Indoril Ilvi. Perhaps he truly was a spy. The two Indoril lords despise one another and trust each other even less. But Beroth is said to be somewhat paranoid and heavy-handed with her authority. It may be that the poor retainer simply looked at her the wrong way.

Winds of change are coming from the western Indoril lords. They've now started letting outlanders join the Great House Indoril.

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It seems this warrior's knowledge is not useful in the current time. He shall gather more, and then you can ask him again.

Southeast of the Hlaalu city, one hears whispers that a Dark Elven master of the necromantic arts, shunned by his kind, keeps a lair in a great tower. Perhaps this warrior will send a scout to find this tower and make a treaty with its master, if he still lives.

Lord Hleryn has built a chapel to foreign gods down in Hlerynhul. No good can come of it, that's for sure.

It seems fewer and fewer people care about the traditions of our ancestors anymore. Lord Hleryn tore down the marketplace in Hlerynhul and built a temple to foreign gods. I'm worried about the future of our nation.

Not all of my kind are necromancers, but many are: many more, one thinks, than the Temple knows. Of course, the God of Worms cult is new, scarcely ten suns old, and my kind are slow to adopt new ideas. So how could it have spread so quickly among us? Could it have? One wonders.

I stopped by the arbalester's shop the last time I was in Shipal-Sharai. He charges a fortune, but with how bad the skyrender attacks have been getting it might be worth the investment.

Rumors and gossip bring power to the House of Troubles. It's dangerous to spread them here.

I know we're all safe with the Ordinators here, but this place is eerie. You feel it too, right?

Did you try any of the pomegranates from the trees outside? This is the only place that they grow west of the Thirr.

Did you know that Commander Reloth trained at the Whirling School in Mervayan? Watching him spar is something special, I'll tell you that.

One must wonder what the Theologians spend all day doing in their chamber. Arisa goes down there to bring them food, but she never tells anybody what they're doing.

Did you hear that some outlander was arrested for praying to Molag Bal in Ald Khan? Right in front of an Ordinator, too. What were they thinking?

You must have seen the Daedric Shrine on the cliffs just above the Number Rooms. It's a different pilgrimage site called Ald Khan. Don't worry, the Ordinators keep it safe for visitors.

Arisa Llathril is the only one of the Theologians that anybody ever sees. The rest of them live under the Temple with the Philosopher's Armor.

Haven't you heard that rumors flow from the House of Troubles? So, you'd better not spread any around here, especially if they concern my men. All of them do their best to keep the workers safe.

The border area is rife with bandits. I've heard that the ancient stronghold of Kaladyron, in particular, is occupied by a large number of smugglers.

I'm almost sure there's an active abolitionist cell somewhere nearby. The attacks on farms in the surrounding area have been growing bolder and more frequent by the day. If you ask me, those damned lizards should be grateful that they're alive and free, and return to Black Marsh while they can. It's not like the corrupt Imperials at Stormgate Pass would lift a finger to stop them.

I'm glad I don't live in Narsis proper. The Camonna Tong was always powerful there. But now there are rumors of some new criminal gang trying to gain influence here. There's some talk of Thieves Guild as well. That city is truly beyond repair.

Skyrenders are just deadly beasts in my eyes, but apparently the Gan-Ettu Shinathi, who live not far east of here, have a spiritual connection with them. They're weird, even for Shinathi. I can't wrap my head around any sort of mutualistic relationship with those oversized wasps.

I had no idea what the Camonna Tong was before moving here from Cyrodiil, but there's plenty of their kind in Shipal-Sharai, and they aren't very fond of us "outlanders." I'm not getting the impression that the governor Samalsi cares to do anything about this.

We're still new here. I haven't heard many rumors.

Othreleth Woods can be perilous, but if you're traveling north, it's probably better than taking the route through Shipal-Shin. I heard that goblins are settling in that area.

The dead don't deal in rumors, outlander.

The Hlaalu Ancestral Tomb is no place for rumors. It shouldn't be a big ask to respect that, outlander.

I've heard that the old sera Dren is in a sour mood lately. I wonder why -- her family's got it all. They ain't hurting for money, that's for sure -- Orvas Dren makes a fortune from his business on Vvardenfell, and her other son is the damn duke of the whole island.

A Dres caravan is making a stop at the Mavandes Caravanserai north of here. Might be worth a visit if you're looking to purchase some merchandise from Arnesia.

Shipal-Sharai has fallen on hard times. The trade coming from Cyrodiil simply isn't what it used to be. Still plenty of buyers for our produce in Narsis, though. That's not going to change any time soon.

Things have been relatively quiet lately. The conflict between the Hlaalu and the Waters March is at a standstill, and I haven't heard of any major bandit raids either. It's just... the lake. I've got a bad feeling about the lake. But a bad feeling is probably nothing to worry about, I suppose.

Outlanders like you would do well to take heed of the beliefs of our land. Recently, an Imperial heathen was caught at the sacred shrine of Ald Khan making an offering to Molag Bal. Could you imagine? He was fortunate that our brothers didn't strike him down on the spot, but instead gave him the opportunity to repent.

People claim the ruins of Casimor to the northwest of here are haunted by the ghosts of the Empire's past, whatever that means. I'd stay far away from that place if I were you.

The Guild of Tanners and Miners really do have our back. Without them, most of those mines would be worked by slaves.

The amount of new slaves that keep being sent to this mine is staggering. Makes you think -- just what's going on at the acid pools?

Another slave was found dead in the acid pits this week. We're all trying to find the perpetrator who did this.

I'll be taking this month's wage to the casino. Seeing the Cassel Brothers live should be worth every drake.

As tough as the work here can be, things can always be much worse. You could be stuck on Vvardenfell, for instance. At least there's no Blight to worry about here.

Once this mine finally goes dry, all we'll be left with is lousy Hlaalu scrip. I hear some miners are pocketing amethysts so they'll have something to fall back on. Not that I'd ever do that.

This mine was busier in the past. A bunch of miners got laid off once the upper levels were tapped dry. Some have even turned to banditry and made the old stronghold of Teloseras into their base.

It's not easy herding kwoom along the cliff edge into Hannit, but it keeps them safe and hidden. A whole troop of western cut-throats is holed up in Manamsi, down southeast of here, but they've never spotted us.

Hitarus was a skilled hunter, but he grew bored of chasing hoppers and netches. They say he now he seeks more dangerous game: kagouti, canyon threshers and even n'thil like you!

Zanapli Sonnilu practically raised all of our clan's young warriors. But she failed to raise her own daughter, who has forsaken the Hunza and now leads a gang of bandits in the northern canyons.

A canyon thresher has been preying on our herds. The beast would be no match for a Hunza hunter, but it has eluded us thus far.

Zanapli Sonnilu practically raised all of our clan's young warriors. But she failed to raise her own daughter, who has forsaken the Hunza and now leads a gang of bandits in the northern canyons.

We recently gave shelter to Buoyant Armigers. They were preparing for an assault on Virdad, the Velothi tower just east of here. It's a relief they finally captured that vile sorcerer.

A canyon thresher has been preying on our herds. The beast would be no match for a Hunza hunter, but it has eluded us thus far.

A while ago, we found a half-dead che wandering the desert, mumbling something about grey dust, and attacking us. We quickly put her out of her misery. Greydust seems to be a new drug that only recently started to make the rounds in Narsis. Vile stuff.

Our scouts report that many n'thils are coming and going from the big Velothi tower just northeast of here. There are certainly spoils to be had there, but assaulting that fortress directly would be suicide.

Ibarmas-Zel has distinguished himself as a mighty hunter, and I think he aspires to be the next Nasar saharkhan.

Ours is not the only occupied stronghold in this area. A group of slavers have moved into Kaladryon, northwest of here. They aren't Shinathi, and we want nothing to do with them.

A group of clanless outcasts attacked us recently, but we drove them off and even captured one of them. He'll fetch a good price at the Narsis Slave Market.

Roahaz in the Scouts' Dome has been complaining about an enchanted amulet he lost. I think he relies more on that thing than his skill as a hunter.

It looks like those fellche Ordinators completely cleared out the Gan-Ettu camp. About time. I'd like to say they're gone permanently, but I'm not sure the kwoom cave they had east of the camp got the same treatment. I wouldn't be surprised if there were still a few Gan-Ettu hiding there.

One of our hunting parties engaged a group of skyrenders east of here. Before they knew it, some Gan-Ettu scum had joined with the skyrenders in attacking them. The Gan-Ettu claim that our hunters had entered their territory, but we were nowhere near their camp. How long do we have to put up with their delusions?

Go to Yandaran if you wish to share rumors with the Nasar. This is a kwoom cave. N'thil have no right to be here.

The Hlaalu are good neighbors. They allow our tribe safe passage and don't ask us for much. And if a Dres caravan happens to go missing in our territory, they tend not to ask too many questions.

The fellche priests have taught us much, but most of them do not understand our connection with the skyrenders. They are narrow-minded, or willfully ignorant, and do not see what we can. But the truth does not require their comprehension.

A Nasar hunting party crossed into our territory and angered a group of skyrenders. Our own hunting party arrived too late to prevent bloodshed. The Nasar suffered wounds, but the skyrenders were nearly slaughtered. We cannot forgive this crime.

Tuvizi has been complaining about losing his herb pouch. Perhaps he believes that if he shouts about it enough, it may fall back into his lap.

There is an ancient fellche fortress to the northwest that has been overrun by necromantic abominations. It has made hunting in the area fruitless. We no longer travel near it.

We only share rumors with those we've welcomed into our company. And you're not welcome here, n'thil.

Many pilgrims from Narsis pass through this valley to visit the Temple at the source of the Thirr River. We would never harm them, of course, no matter how enticing their purses full of offerings are.

Did you hear all the commotion outside the Council Company Warehouse? A drunk Shinathi worker ran out screaming and crashed through the sewer grates.

I wonder how Tarsamat is doing in Narsis. He seemed to be set on grasping fortune there, but the fool was always terrible at bartering.

A group of fellche outlaw slavers have taken over the stronghold of Kaladryon southeast of here. They're probably raiding across the border into Black Marsh. I wouldn't be surprised if the Legion ends up blaming us Shinathi for their actions.

There is a valley littered with daedric ruins just west of our camp. We've always stayed away from it, even before the cultists of Mehrunes Dagon moved in. Even the hoppers don't want to eat the plants that grow there.

Alayepi has started pitching her tent on the other side of the rope bridge, away from the main camp. I heard that she's been quarreling with the saharkhan, but I don't know the details.

Asuzul is young and itching to prove himself. I hope he doesn't do anything stupid.

The past few nights, a bonelord has been appearing and wandering the camp. It must have been summoned by an Ussiran, since it's left us alone. Belashu Kels has been acting rather withdrawn since it started appearing, I wonder if she recognizes it as some ancestor of hers?

I've heard that the Empire's pampered warriors could soon be called away from Resdayn. Maybe the clans of the Shinathi will again be able to roam throughout their canyons as they please, unbothered by where the s'mat foreigners have drawn their borders.

You should speak to the clan members. I'm here to provide guidance, not to spread gossip.

I allow respectful outsiders in our camp, but don't waste my time on petty chat.

We have enough trouble on our own to care about rumors.

Llonas Omani, the owner of the Narsis Slave Market, has increased his prices again. The Adavrin Plantation will benefit from that.

A Bosmer cat-catcher recently visited the plantation on her way to Stormgate Pass to the west. Looks like another Argonian slave has escaped and crossed the border.

Be careful if you walk off the road west of here. A swarm of skyrenders has recently established itself in one of those canyons.

Llonas Omani, the owner of the Narsis Slave Market, has increased his prices again. The Adavrin Plantation will benefit from that.

A Bosmer cat-catcher recently visited the plantation on her way to Stormgate Pass to the west. Looks like another Argonian slave has escaped and crossed the border.

Be careful if you walk off the road west of here. A swarm of skyrenders has recently established itself in one of those canyons.

I heard some raiders attacked the 'Dread Minotaur' while it was anchored in Lake Coronati. Well, I didn't expect the Redorans to be so incompetent in protecting their land.

Serjo Vedas has instructed me to wait for the arrival of the 'Dread Minotaur', a vessel of the councilor Atran Oran coming to Narsis. Apparently, some of its goods are meant to be delivered to the Vedas Plantation.

This dock isn't a popular place among the strangers who come to Narsis. The Vedas family used to rely on it for shipping goods downriver, but lately they've been sending their produce directly to the Narsis market.

Look around. Serene place, isn't it? While I am here, I don't care about rumors.

There ain't much I can tell you. Me and Jubesil are just waiting for our captain to return from Narsis.

That Orc worker from above has dropped an entire chest from the crane platform! Nobody wishes to enter the water to retrieve it, though.

Some Shinathi tribesman and a native Dunmer recently crossed the plantation. They probably went to the north-south canyon east of here.

Skyrenders have been a trouble for the plantation lately. Be careful if you decide to wander through the canyons. If they spot you, the best thing you can do is drink a potion of poison resistance and run away.

Trade has been difficult lately. Buyers in the Coronati Basin rely more and more on goods from nearby plantations. Rising criminal activity in the south and the machinations of our rivals in the north have been damaging our established routes. These days, only deals made with Narsis contractors remain lucrative. Rising prices at the market have been helping our ambitions there.

Some Shinathi tribesman and a native Dunmer recently crossed the plantation. They probably went to the north-south canyon east of here. %Name didn't like the look of them.

Some Shinathi tribesman and a native Dunmer recently crossed the plantation. They probably went to the north-south canyon east of here. I didn't like the look of them.

Skyrenders have been a trouble for the plantation lately. Be careful if you decide to wander through the canyons. If they spot you, the best thing you can do is drink a potion of poison resistance and run away.

Recent news tells us about troubled times in Vvardenfell. Blighted creatures come from the Red Mountain, House Redoran is itching to claim the Hlaalu domain of Caldera, and rogue Telvanni wizards are illegally expanding into the frontier lands belonging to House Hlaalu. We hope the efforts of Vedam Dren and Orvas Dren will secure our positions on the Black Isle.

Caravaners talk about the undead emerging from the Indomarano stronghold to the southeast. Only a fool would go inside.

Nothing out of the ordinary here, as far as I'm concerned.

No thank you, %PCClass. I do not want to hear any more gossip about neighbors or noble bandits or shipwrecks.

The plantation north of here is owned by an Orc who styles himself a noble of House Hlaalu, and the ranch east of here belongs to an Imperial woman who shares her bed with an Argonian. That's enough rumors for a lifetime for me, thank you very much.

Some ragged Dunmer wandered by the gate to the plantation, mumbling nonsense about a peninsula and a Daedric shrine. I shouted at him and he didn't even respond.

There's an old ancestral tomb built into the hill this farmhouse stands on. I think it belonged to the family who worked this land before my parents took it over and rebuilt the old steading as Umalor Plantation. Sometimes I hear thumping and scraping noises from below. I hope the ancestors of that family aren't angry with us.

A few months ago a small group of mages, led by an Argonian, came by here and asked us about Hlorandar, that ancient stronghold right across the river from here. I told him that it was completely abandoned and picked clean, and that all he'd find there were rats. When he heard that, he told me that it was 'perfect', and off they went. I've not seen any of them again.

Be careful if you're thinking about exploring those ruined buildings by the lake shore. I think a troll has made its den in one of them. And anyway, we probably already found everything of value there.

You sought me out for gossip? I'll have to disappoint you.

When I was out on my balcony, I saw some Dunmer clothed in rags coming down the road from Hlerynhul. He was moving like he was in a trance, and I think he was mumbling something the whole time too, although he was too far away for me to hear him. Probably skooma. It does terrible things to people.

I've met an agent of the East Empire Company trying to broker new trade agreements with House Dres at the Mavandes Caravanserai. I can't imagine that it was a successful mission for him.

Selari Orenim named that little scrib that's always with her Burul. I don't know why. Maybe she just likes the name. It's a good one.

A while ago a little scrib wormed its way into our bunkroom and started rummaging through Selari Orenim's satchel. She fed it some guar milk, and now it's following her around everywhere. Selari named it Burul, because she says it makes just as much noise while everyone else is trying to sleep as the real Burul Lleram.

A small Redoran patrol came by the mine and then headed east. I thought Ald Iuval and Ald Marak didn't send any troops out that way, to avoid conflict with House Hlaalu. But I usually serve House Redoran in Velothis District, and I don't know how things work in the Waters March.

A while ago a dispatch of troops from Canyon Keep showed up here and said they were going to 'take over' Iddunea Lookout from us. I don't know if this was a joke, some power play, or if Ordras Verothran really forgot where his jurisdiction ends in one of those drunken stupors of his. Either way, we quickly resolved the issue and they returned to Narsis.

A lot of the local sapphire mines have been running dry in recent years, especially in Shipal-Sharai. That makes this mine all the more profitable.

A group of mages is living in the Velothi tower called Rallabala southeast of here. They aren't threatening anyone, and they've been providing the garrisons at Ald Iuval and Ald Marak with cheap enchanted weapons and equipment. I'm still not sure if I trust them, though. There's usually a reason why mages move into remote locations instead of just staying in a city and practicing their craft openly.

I don't think any of us is inclined to gossip, %PCClass.

I've seen more slave caravans than usual coming through here. It looks like Llonas Omani, the owner of the Narsis Slave Market, has raised his prices again. That means higher demand for slaves from Dres lands.

There is an agent of the East Empire Company staying at the inn here. Apparently he was touring the inland Dres settlements and plantations around Silnion to negotiate with the local clan leaders. You'd think that's a fool's errand for an Imperial trade company, but he seems to consider his mission a success.

Unlike with the Houses Redoran and Indoril, House Hlaalu hasn't had any serious border disputes with House Dres for generations now. Caravans of both houses pass through here freely on their way between Narsis and Hairab Plantation. The clan-leader of Hairab Plantation has grown especially rich from this trade. So rich that some other members of House Dres have begun complaining that she is introducing Hlaalu decadence and love of wealth to the Deshaan.

Careful if you're heading towards Nunalabbi, the Daedric ruin south of the plantation. A large group of Orcs was seen passing through Othreleth Woods near here recently. And Nunalabbi houses a shrine to Malacath, so it's not hard to figure out where they were going. Someone in Narun saw one of the Orcs beat a swamp troll to death with his bare hands.

Nivel Hladri managed to have his shein sold in Hlerynhul again. Apparently the harbor tavern negotiated a new agreement with him. I'm sure Ivul Hleryn doesn't care too much -- he gets his cut one way or the other.

Nivel Hladri of Hladri Plantation is no longer able to sell his shein directly in Hlerynhul after Ivul Hleryn changed the rules on traders within the city. That's what he gets for not being a formal member of House Hlaalu. Edalvel Plantation would never have trouble selling produce there.

I heard that House Redoran brought in a kwama expert all the way from Velothis District to help increase the productivity of their Tabiash Egg Mine near Ald Marak. That mine is one of their few belongings left around here, and they must be desperate to get at least some value out of it.

I often go for walks along the Kanit River. There is a shack with a small dock right across from our winery, and I sometimes see groups of people loading cargo there. People who are suspiciously well-armed for fisherfolk.

I heard that the wreck caught in the mangroves between Hlerynhul and Ald Iuval happened when the sailors got too drunk to keep the ship going straight. But don't let that stop you from trying our famed Hladri Shein. Everything in moderation.

I heard that the Virians are worried about their son Dralnas. He's gone off to be discipled by some hermit and hasn't come back for a while now. The Virians are a farmer couple just upriver from here.

Two Khajiit and their pack guar came through here peddling their wares, but Nivel Hladri quickly sent them packing. I think they've set up shop outside Hlerynhul now.

Thanks to you, Hladri Shein is available in Hlerynhul again. Now we need to make fewer trips all the way to Narsis to sell the stuff.

Hladri Shein used to be sold directly at the marketplace in Hlerynhul, but Ivul Hleryn and his new trade restrictions have put a stop to that. I think Nivel Hladri is still looking for a way to sell in town. You should ask him about it yourself.

The ancestral tomb of the Selvilo family is just west of the plantation. They used to be a prominent Redoran family in the Coronati Basin, but their last scion, Bolnor Selvilo, sold out House Redoran to Ivul Hleryn in exchange for protection and riches. He hasn't visited the tomb since then, as far as I know. Can't fault someone for choosing the winning side, but I'm still not surprised that he doesn't want to look his ancestors in the eye.

There is a narrow stretch of solid land between the swamps just north of our plantation. Recently I've seen a lot of swamp trolls gather there. But not just that -- one time I saw a strange woman with them.

I heard that Delis Llethri, the commander of Ald Marak, has taken a Nord for a lover. I'm not too shocked -- around here, in the lands of House Hlaalu, that's not unheard of. But I'm sure that back on Vvardenfell some of the members of her family would be none too pleased if they found out what their heir was up to.

Small boats come and go from the island right across from the plantation. Usually under cover of night. Either it's Hlaalu agents from Othmura who don't want the Redoran to know, or it's Redoran agents from Ald Iuval who don't want the Hlaalu to know. And I know better than to ask questions.

Something's been stirring up the spider daedra in Bessarnamidan. I now see them venture outside the ruins, and they've never done that before. I hope they don't harm my netches.

I prefer to hunt in the lands to the east. Wild nix-hounds and dust beetles can be dangerous, but swamp trolls are even more dangerous. And I have seen more trolls than usual in the swamps northwest of here.

There are several ruined buildings on the island west of here. I saw fires there at night. Whoever has moved in, I think they're neither House Redoran nor House Hlaalu.

Tabiash Egg Mine has had especially good yields in the last few months. It's about the only thing going well for House Redoran around here.

We've been seeing all sorts of shady outlanders around the Daedric ruins of Bessarnamidan southeast of here. It's bad enough when Dunmer dishonor Lord Vivec by worshipping Mephala instead of him, what do foreigners want at her shrine?

Be careful if you're heading to Maar-Bani Crossing on Lake Andaram. I heard that there's been bandit attacks along the road.

How w-would I know? I've not left this cave for a while. I'll never leave thish- this cave.

Every time I go to Narsis, outlanders are running their mouths about how disgusting guar milk is. I bet most of them haven't even tried it.

Everything is quiet on the road from Narsis to Sadrathim, and that's how we like it.

We don't like rumors here, %PCClass. Especially not rumors about us.

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There's a rumor that most outlanders don't stay long in Shipal-Sharai. The smart ones don't, anyway.

The Temple says that rumors flow from the House of Troubles, %PCName. If you wish to help our town, I am willing to give you a little advice.

Something strange is going on in the abandoned apartment above us. Every day we hear haunting music playing inside it.

Bandits in the abandoned Nissut Mine have been causing trouble in our town. We've heard the Narsis Fighters Guild has taken on the bounty for their leader. That gives us some hope.

There's no trust left in the governor, Llaros Samalsi. When he's not visiting Narsis, all he does is enjoy his luxurious life in the manor, caring nothing for the rest of our town.

Drerayn Sedri returned from Shipal-Shin without his brother-in-law. Said he died in the desert. What a tragedy.

Ravos Goran has returned, but now Drerayn Sedri is missing. It seems their family cannot avoid misfortune.

You're that traveler that Drerayn attacked! Tell me, why'd he do such a thing? And was that Ravos with you?

The Shinathi clans have become more active than usual. Two recent caravans were destroyed in their raids, and others have been subjected to extortion.

Sinarrius and Valoria Autrinix say they've been hearing some haunting music in the apartment above theirs. Now nobody goes near.

Word on the street is that Llavela Vian, the matron of the House of Red Wings, is on friendly terms with the Legion commander. Why else would Madala Ceno visit the showhouse so often?

Tilore Edralo, a local laborer, has been trying to get into art lately. His paintings are fascinating, but he hasn't been able to make a profit from them yet.

Canyon thresher attacks have been harassing shipments from the Vadaryn Plantation. The overseer there would probably pay good money for someone to deal with the problem.

Travelers from Cyrodiil have been talking about an army of undead haunting the ancient fortress of Casimor. Luckily, they don't wander off too far from the stronghold.

The Camonna Tong is up to something. Folks say they've established themselves in the lower levels of the mine.

Caravaners say that the city of Mir Corrup is slowly being consumed by toxic swamps. How can they let that happen? Everyone understands that the Purple Road will go into decline if there are no travelers and merchants coming from the other side of the border.

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BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS RUMORS

Another outlander won big here at our tables and left Morrowind a rich man. That could be you.

I heard that nosy outlanders don't get far in Narsis.

We don't spread rumors. We cause them.

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I understand that Duke Fethas Hlaalu has made quite a few enemies for himself when he tried holding on to both this Imperial title and his prominent position in his Great House. But the locals are probably better acquainted with the details.

I have no interest in hearing or spreading rumors, %PCclass.

I've never seen that pack guar being taken anywhere, but the knights keep a close eye on it at all times, especially that Argonian. I wonder what's in the bags.

If another mage decides to land on top of Riverkeep, I'm just going to shoot them and leave their body for the cliff racers. I'm not climbing that tower again.

Carine Vienne says that she's the Duke's "personal secretary". Yeah, right. We don't see him inviting any of us other scribes to dine with him, or buying us new clothes. Let alone letting us move into his bedchamber.

The Duke's departure from the Hlaalu council was anything but amicable. He was supposed to resign his seat and pass it on to another member of his family as soon as he was appointed Duke, but he insisted on holding both offices. So the other councilors voted to remove him, and appointed a rival of his to the seat to boot. Not even his uncle Athires Hlaalu could save him with the rest of the council united against him.

The Duke has been very worried about attempts on his life. He rarely leaves Riverkeep, and he has a healer close by at all times in case someone poisons his food.

Some mages at the guild in Narsis are having magical competitions to see who can jump the farthest. One of them managed to land on top of the Duke's tower, causing a minor commotion. Worse, he couldn't cast the spell again, so he had to be hauled down by one of the knights with a makeshift ladder.

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BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS COUNCIL RUMORS

From me? How much are you willing to offer? No, more than that. More than that. Forget it.

According to my census data, scribe is the most popular trade in Narsis. Can you believe that?

We have received another large donation for the poor from a wealthy pilgrim from Silgrad. I hope it actually finds its way to the paupers of the city and doesn't get lost on a detour through Suldren Falandas' pockets.

Enura Nelas has torn up another draft of her play and started from scratch. That's the third or fourth time, I think. We only have two more runs before it's meant to premiere, so she better has a finished script for us soon.

The Redguard woman at the back says that she's here in Morrowind to study local theater traditions, but I think she just wants to copy our interpretation of The Wealth of Wayrest for her own company. I wish we could do rehearsals without outsiders gawking at us, but Enura Nelas thinks it attracts customers to the theater.

%Name has heard that the Orc gladiator Ragamul gro-Shak had an affair with a Hlaalu noblewoman. %Name almost can't believe it, but there's no accounting for taste.

I've heard that the Orc gladiator Ragamul gro-Shak had an affair with a Hlaalu noblewoman. I almost can't believe it, but there's no accounting for taste.

Nobody's ever seen Jed Sandweaver without his mask. What's he hiding? A rash? A profane tattoo? A terribly scarred face? We'll never know.

Some people say that most of the matches in the Arena are faked. But all that matters to %Name is that they're exciting to watch.

Some people say that most of the matches in the Arena are faked. But all that matters to me is that they're exciting to watch.

People getting killed fighting in the Arena is one thing, but they say some lunatic barged into the holding cells and struck down a guard. He wasn't very well-liked, but you have to feel sorry for the family.

I hear Suryvn Thalas found that gremlin of his. Hey, you had something to do with that, didn't you?

I hear a gremlin escaped from the Arena cells into the sewers. The guards got a proper tongue-lashing for it. If they weren't hitting the bottle as hard as they do, perhaps they would still have a gremlin.

A vintage bottle of flin has been stolen from the temple recently. It was probably that shifty-looking Breton -- he certainly did look like he just escaped from a prison, at least.

Galsia Romayn hasn't turned up for work today. Apparently she got drunk and ran out into the wilderness beyond Riverkeep. She can't have gone far in that state -- she'll probably come crawling back once her hangover has died down. She did last time.

Is it true that you cheated in your duel with Ralvam Turil? That's what everyone has been saying.

Everyone's talking about Ralvam Turil's disappearance. His father's been going mad looking for him.

Dravos Turil's son is shaping up to have a real career in the Arena. The Arena Master himself is training him to fight.

There's all sorts of people creeping about under the city. Creatures, too. Apparently some kind of gremlin escaped from the Arena the other week -- bolted away from the Arena pit right after a match. Nobody's seen him up here, so he must've gotten into the sewers somehow. I'd stay topside if I were you.

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BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS OLD QUARTER RUMORS

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BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS FOREIGN RUMORS

The Israg Tong, a native mercenary company in Andrethis, was absorbed by the Fighters Guild a few years ago. Sure, the expanded chapter is prosperous, but the native Dunmer are angry. Some have sworn to restore their former glory, refusing to accept their membership in the Guild, while their leader Maren Othrenim chose to stay quiet. I wonder who will prevail.

Sailors tell us stories about horrible dreugh of Lake Andaram and Lake Coronati. Luckily, we haven't seen them in our travels.

Did you hear that they finally executed Hlarur Galan in the Arena? Good riddance, I'd say.

Thank the gods that the guards finally caught the person who killed all those Imperial women. It was a former butcher named Hlarur Galan. He's supposed to be executed in the Arena soon.

Did you know that dreugh bits could be made into armor? %Name heard there's a shop in the Foreign Quarter that sells stuff like that. Meer-Ei's Swim Shop, %Name thinks.

Did you know that dreugh bits could be made into armor? I heard there's a shop in the Foreign Quarter that sells stuff like that. Meer-Ei's Swim Shop, I think.

Apparently, a Mages Guild apprentice, Arniel Duront, lost a lot of money at the Fortuna recently. To Rilvyn Kren, of all people. I don't think Kren will rest until he gets the money he's owed.

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Sailors tell us stories about horrible dreugh of Lake Andaram and Lake Coronati. Luckily, we haven't seen them in our travels.

The new Factor of the East Empire Company is trying to establish new lucrative contracts in Narsis instead of the Company's old deals with House Hlaalu. The Hlaalu Council Company might not be happy about that.

Golvs Varyn at the Canyon Echo is desperate to find someone to investigate the haunted drainway. Rumor has it there's an odd spirit wandering around down there, and Golvs is convinced there's an interesting story behind it.

The silt strider operator, Rylara Karaleth, has been asking people for some kind of favor. You look like you do a bit of traveling. Wouldn't hurt to make friends with someone like her.

Did you hear that they finally executed Hlarur Galan in the Arena? Good riddance, %name would say.

BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS WATERFRONT RUMORS

I've heard it said those Relothren Arming Company second-raters up north have finally found a Daedric smith they can buy, but I have my doubts.

%name was walking along the docks at night, when he suddenly hears the most demonic yell coming from one of the apartments in St. Veloth Quarter. Maybe %name should have called the guards, but he knows that once Dark Elf guards get involved, it's always him that gets in trouble.

You didn't hear it from me, but I think someone at the company office is paid off by the Camonna Tong. There goes the EEC's reputation as the only honest business on the Waterfront...

I saw a cat strolling along the docks earlier. That's the first time I've seen one in Morrowind. I wonder if it belongs to one of ships in the harbor.

Do you know Ruddy Eggs Exports, that warehouse here at the docks? One of the dockworkers told me that there are prison cells in the basement. The manager says that she only deals in kwama products, but no one needs to lock up eggs THAT tightly.

Some crazy mages in the city are having magical jumping competitions. One of them managed to land straight in our crow's nest as we were passing the drawbridge. Captain Cipius was so cross she almost had the guy thrown overboard.

Gently-Rocking-Hull has been giving long blade training to many of our regulars. If you're interested, she's the Argonian wearing the expensive robe.

Gently-Rocking-Hull has been giving long blade training to all sorts of people on the Waterfront, and they've all been extremely satisfied. If you're interested, you can find her at The Rigged Challenge down by the docks.

That apprentice of Geniette Winvale's always seems like she's needing help with something or other. %Name is surprised Geniette keeps her around.

That apprentice of Geniette Winvale's always seems like she's needing help with something or other. I'm surprised Geniette keeps her around.

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BEGIN TR MAP7 NARSIS ST VELOTH RUMORS

Dwellers say something's going on in the storage above. Those are just rumors, I assure you. It's nothing but the annual survey of wares.

Every morning I notice sand and rock pieces near these beds here. Balonas Nothro, the landlord, is certainly doing something out of the ordinary in the storage above. Is he digging a hole through the wall? Otherwise, I can't find any excuse for that nonsense.

Belvin Uvalas says something shady is going on in the storeroom on the second floor.

Bervaso Drorim is worried sick over his son's antics. He thinks his son has fallen in with some real seedy characters. But what else can you expect from someone who frequents the Backwater cornerclub?

The son of the healer Belvin Uvalas hasn't been seen around for a while. Belvin is worried he might've gone missing.

Everyone's been talking about that priest who got killed, Rilen Giral. He looked out for just about everybody around here. The Quarter's feeling his loss.

Everyone's been talking about your duel with Selar Adryn. Did he really try to kill you after the fight was over? It must have been a gloomy day in Riverkeep.

Did you know that that the Duke has the Arena champion working as a bodyguard? As if anyone would think the fool's important enough to make an attempt on his life.

Have you heard the Temple retrieved the Belt of St. Olms from Dagonite cultists? I noticed it was gone, but I had no idea it was stolen! I could swear my priest told me it was temporarily sent to the High Fane in Vivec for study.

That priest from the Shrine of the Hidden Saints was here again. He's a good sort. Tries his best to keep everyone out of trouble.

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BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS MARKET RUMORS

Apparently a Nibenese tourist has misplaced his ring somewhere in the Bazaar. Hopefully he doesn't drive away customers with his fearmongering about pickpockets.

The mage Barusi Fareleth is looking for someone to track down his old partner, Alvon Releth. %Name would think twice about taking that job, though. Alvon is unhinged. Rumor has it he was testing his new spells on local skooma addicts, and when the guards caught on, he killed the entire patrol in a single flash. %Name wouldn't take on someone like that even with the Stormlord himself behind them.

The mage Barusi Fareleth is looking for someone to track down his old partner, Alvon Releth. I'd think twice about taking that job, though. Alvon is unhinged. Rumor has it he was testing his new spells on local skooma addicts, and when the guards caught on, he killed the entire patrol in a single flash. I wouldn't take on someone like that even with the Stormlord himself behind me.

Nelmyne Athones had something stolen from her shop. She sells enchanted wares just south of The Purple Lantern inn.

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BEGIN TR MAP7: NARSIS GENERIC RUMORS

%Name just bought a few potions from the Argonian Pylameda. She runs a shop right out of her ship, the Antirrhinum, docked in the Foreign Quarter. Interesting setup.

I just bought a few potions from the Argonian Pylameda. She runs a shop right out of her ship, the Antirrhinum, docked in the Foreign Quarter. Interesting setup.

The Foreign Quarter sewer system has been plagued by ghosts recently. Might have something to do with the catacombs under the city. It's been a real problem for the maintenance workers.

Apparently some outlander managed to win big, and then lose it all at the Fortuna. Last %Name heard he's pacing the Market Quarter looking for a handout.

Apparently some outlander managed to win big, and then lose it all at the Fortuna. Last I heard he's pacing the Market Quarter looking for a handout.

%Name heard some destitute Imperial outlander -- Nuccius or something -- risked it all at the Fortuna and made a fortune.

I heard some destitute Imperial outlander -- Nuccius or something -- risked it all at the Fortuna and made a fortune.

Did you hear that the Hlaalu Theater's production of The Wealth of Wayrest got canceled? Apparently, their lead actor just dropped dead right on stage. In the middle of a rehearsal! What a shame. It might've been an interesting play to attend.

Did you hear that the Hlaalu Theater's production of The Wealth of Wayrest got canceled? Apparently, their lead actor just dropped dead right on stage. In the middle of a rehearsal! What a shame. It might've been an interesting play to attend.

The city's been on edge since the miner riots. They broke out in St. Veloth's right after Vvardenfell was opened and local miners began to be replaced by slaves. Damage from the fires hurt some businesses badly, and trust in the Canyon Watch is at an all time low.

Did you hear about the bloodbath below the Market Quarter? Some maniac went to Drurile Lerano's negotiations with the Camonna Tong and killed everyone there. They say that new gang in town did it, but the Tong are too busy recovering to retaliate right now. You don't see so many people associating with them anymore. No one wants to die like that.

Drurile Lerano -- do you know her? She's the head of the Farmers and Laborers Hall. Anyway, she's been riling a lot of people up about foreign influence in Narsis. Led a protest against imported Western goods in the Market Quarter a while ago. There hasn't been any violence so far, but things'll come to trouble. You can be sure of that.

Some Hlaalu bureaucrat went missing from her apartment in the Old Quarter recently. Whatever happened to her couldn't have been good, but the Camonna Tong has said it means to do something much worse to the person who did it.

Ever since Ilmyna Hlaalu witnessed her miracle of Zenithar and did that interview with the Canyon Echo about it, a lot more people have been stopping by the chapel to make offerings.

I heard the Temple recently cleared a shrine to Namira that settled in the sewers. They're doing their job, but it's surprising how much nasty stuff is going on down there. Gang wars, undead, daedric cults... something will come up here at some point, and it's going to be ugly.

There's been talk of shadowy figures passing through the Old Quarter sewers. Different than common thugs and vagabonds. What they're up to is unclear, but it can't be any good.

You know the Pot Lady? She's this old woman who carries around stoneware pots and talks to them like they're her children. She lives in the Waterfront apartments with her son, Galdarys Alen, but she likes to wander around the city. You'll see her if you spend enough time in Narsis.

Maybe Orvas Dren wasn't a legitimate businessman after all. He was one of this city's well-to-do folks, always in the news, and around the same time he left Narsis for Vvardenfell, we started hearing about an underground gang war. The Camonna Tong, our local crime syndicate, was now leaderless, and people were fighting for the top spot. Hopefully that's all over now, though.

Some preacher from the Chapel of Zenithar went and denounced the East Empire Company for not paying its workers enough. It probably doesn't look good for either of them if they can't agree on how Zenithar thinks laborers should be treated.

Did you see that ship from the Summerset Isles go down? Who knows when they'll be able to pull it away from the docks. No one died, but the captain must be furious. Makes you wonder what sank it.

Did you see that ship from the Summerset Isles go down? Who knows when they'll be able to pull it away from the docks. No one died, but the captain must be furious. Makes you wonder what sank it.

Dravos Turil, the Merchant Prince of Narsis? Word is that he's just got his hands on some good stuff, even by his standards. Daedric, %Name thinks. %Name thought it was a joke until I saw those mercenaries he hired. Must be serious if the city council approved that.

Dravos Turil, the Merchant Prince of Narsis? Word is that he's just got his hands on some good stuff, even by his standards. Looks like daedric. I thought it was a joke until I saw those mercenaries he hired. Must be serious if the city council approved that.

Luckily the rebellion in Soulrest didn't spread too far north, but if it happens again there's no knowing what it could mean for House Hlaalu. Apparently the Hlaalu Council Company is shoring up their interests in Stormhold in anticipation.

One of the ship captains on the waterfront was looking for a missing crewmember. He's probably passed out in an alley, or getting fleeced at the Fortuna like every other sailor that stops in Narsis.

%Name heard Mir Corrup -- you know Mir Corrup, right? It's the city you'll run into if you follow the Purple Road west into Cyrodiil. %Name heard it's been sinking into the swamp for years. Travelers have been saying that's why the road is so busted up between there and here. Hasn't affected Narsis too much, but Shipal-Sharai has taken a hit.

I heard Mir Corrup -- you know Mir Corrup, right? It's the city you'll run into if you follow the Purple Road west into Cyrodiil. I heard it's been sinking into the swamp for years. Travelers have been saying that's why the road is so busted up between there and here. Hasn't affected Narsis too much, but Shipal-Sharai has taken a hit.

Apparently the Face of Veloth was discovered under Necrom. Some Hlaalu superstition about Veloth's spirit being trapped, or something.

People are saying that Grandmaster Athires Hlaalu left Narsis recently. Apparently he sold most of his possessions and started sailing east past Necrom. Everyone wonders what he's looking for.

Grandmaster Athires Hlaalu rarely leaves his manor anymore. Oh, he's alive and well, but he's been delegating more and more to his Vizier nowadays. Everyone wonders what he's been up to.

The Hlaalu Grandmaster rarely leaves his manor anymore. Oh, he's alive and well, but he's been delegating more and more to his Vizier nowadays. Everyone wonders what he's been up to.

Some outlanders think it's okay to go adventuring in the Narsis Catacombs looking for treasure. The last guy who tried that ended up in the river with an Ordinator's sword in his back.

END TR MAP7: NARSIS GENERIC RUMORS

END TR MAP7: NARSIS RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP7: IUVAL/MARAK RUMORS

It is beneath me to gossip about the people of these strongholds. I am a guest here.

No, I don't know how Felmaru Llendu lost her eye. I don't know why people keep asking ME about it.

Oh, I'm not one for rumors, %PCClass. I'd much rather talk about the truly important things in life.

A group of outlaws has moved into the abandoned lookout on the island across from here, and they don't want company. I'll have to keep to this side of the lake for now.

I've heard a lot of outrageous rumors about how my sister lost her eye over the years. Oh, no, I won't spoil the fun and confirm or deny any of them.

That Bosmer gives me the creeps. Did you know that he talks to that axe of his as if it's a person? I would've thrown him out first chance I got, but Lorin says he's harmless and tips well.

You wouldn't think it to look at him, but Adaves Relvenim used to be one of House Redoran's greatest warriors. Every so often a young retainer will come into town to ask him for training in medium armor. Most of them leave disappointed. He's very selective about his students.

I'm not ashamed to say that we have a slave here to help us keep the tradehouse running, but I think my father is somewhat embarrassed about it. It wounds his Redoran pride that he is too old to carry barrels of mazte up and down the stairs himself. He still insists that we keep the slave locked up in the cellar unless we really have need of him.

My brother Vedal has joined the Imperial Legion in Hlerynhul. For a while that had been causing quite a bit of friction in my family, as my father was a soldier for House Redoran for most of his life, but the two have reconciled now. My parents now seek to align themselves more with House Hlaalu. Regrettably, they also picked up the habit of owning slaves along the way.

We don't spread rumors. We cause them.

A traveling merchant, Dorlu Helan, is all up in arms about some outlander losing his guar.

Many of the houses around here have fallen into disrepair and been abandoned. But recently I've seen people come and go from the crumbling old hut in the outskirts.

I've heard people claim that Llareu Bethones is one of the best bonesmiths in Morrowind, but she's stubbornly sticking around here in Ald Iuval, despite the lack of both customers and a reliable supply of materials.

A dreugh was found off the north docks, apparently in a skooma-frenzy! What's the world coming to, if even the dreugh are hooked?

Watch out if you plan on swimming off the docks on the north side of town. I heard from Margnir that there's an unusually aggressive dreugh hanging around in those waters. You don't want to lose a foot to a dreugh claw!

Archmaster Bolvyn Venim has moved the Redoran Council from Blacklight to Ald-ruhn on Vvardenfell, and Councilman Garisa Llethri has dutifully followed him. His daughter and heir Delis Llethri stayed behind and continues to be the commander of Ald Marak, and Felmaru Llendu, the commander of the Horns, has been made acting chair of the Waters March.

Drorayni Ranil said she was going to move into the abandoned tavern just opposite the Council Hall instead of sleeping by one of the roadside huts. But there has to be a reason why no one else has tried that already.

Llareu Bethones, the bonesmith, had some kind of disagreement with Adaves Relvenim. It wouldn't be the first time she's taken issue with one of his orders, but this time it sounded pretty heated. Adaves Relvenim might be a master at wearing bonemold armor, but he's never been good about maintaining it.

Looks like someone has moved into that old lookout on the island north of here. Probably up to no good. I wouldn't go there if I were you.

Rumor has it that Delis Llethri of Ald Marak has taken a Nord retainer of House Redoran as her companion. It's probably no coincidence that he moved into her chambers at the Kogotel right after her father Garisa left for Vvardenfell.

I know that Dalyne Elval considered setting up a ferry service open to outsiders between here and Ald Iuval, but nothing came of the idea. Almost no one except those on House Redoran business need to cross the strait, and for them skylamps are available. The current between the Horns is also unusually strong, and even larger ships have to be careful. Not ideal when no one in your family has any sailing experience.

A suspicious group of outlanders armed to the teeth came through here a while ago. They had one of those hairy canyon nomads from down south with them too. One of them let something slip about Bessarnamidan. I know that's a Daedric ruin northeast of here, and they didn't look like crusaders on a mission to clean that place out.

A group of mages is living in an old Velothi tower southeast of Ald Marak. Their leader is an accomplished enchanter, and Sarvynu Ramaran, the Ald Iuval quartermaster, has made deals with him to supply the garrisons here with enchanted equipment.

Tabiash Egg Mine has been very productive lately. Delis Llethri brought in a kwama specialist all the way from Velothis District to help the miners increase yields.

END TR MAP7: IUVAL/MARAK RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP7: SADRATHIM RUMORS

I wouldn't know. You should ask the fisherfolk down by the waterfront.

Oh, please %PCname, spare Zhirasha from your rumors.

Hah, good one! As if anything interesting would happen in Sadrathim.

I heard that the Ja-Natta Syndicate is active in the Redoran fortresses on Lake Coronati now. It was foolish to allow them to gain a foothold here. They are a drug-crazed mob of escaped slaves and apostates, and they've murdered many good Dunmer in Tear and Ald Horak.

I swear, I saw it with my own eyes! A gigantic coral spire right where Lake Coronati is deepest. This is where all the dreugh are coming from, I'm sure of it.

I was happy to hear that the Sadras Ancestral Tomb also has a shrine to the Nine Divines and that prayers to Arkay are said there. Many members of that family have joined our faith since Morrowind was brought into the Empire.

Maybe I'm speaking out of turn, but I get the impression that Theurgist Zhirasha isn't all too happy with his office here.

I heard a new criminal gang from out east has managed to get a foothold in Ald Iuval. I wonder, is this Redoran incompetence or were there bribes involved?

From time to time the members of the Imperial Cult give public sermons, but most of us only stay long enough to grab the free food rations they hand out. I think Ganalis Droryn is the only one who has shown genuine interest in their foreign faith.

It's a good thing Vulam Tellenith named his tavern after himself. Between the old age and the sugar, he probably would've forgotten his own name by now otherwise.

Stay away from the Altmer next to the bridge leading to Sadrathim, north of town. That mer smells like Namira's breakfast.

Shibanammu is an outcast Ashlander who rose to fame fighting in the Kragenmoor arena. She caught Derayna Sadras' eye and was hired to be her personal bodyguard, and when Serjo Sadras moved to Sadrathim she took Shibanammu with her.

END TR MAP7: SADRATHIM RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP7: HLERYNHUL RUMORS

The conflict between House Hlaalu and House Indoril up north seems to be heating up. On our last voyage we docked at both Roa Dyr and Hlan Oek, and a prospective House War is on everyone's lips.

I don't engage in rumor-mongering, outlander. Speak straight if you have something to report.

%name does not trade in rumors. He trades much more valuable goods.

I don't have time for this town and its sordid tales. I just want to take my rightful property and leave.

I wouldn't know. You should ask one of the locals.

Ruvene Falvanys told me that her husband is away on a pilgrimage. He and a friend want to walk all the way from here to Necrom.

The dreugh up in Lake Andaram are getting more and more aggressive. If they spill over into the western half of the lake or even the Thirr River itself it will affect shipping along the whole route, from Narsis to Bal Foyen. Thankfully the dreugh in Lake Coronati are kept under control by the Redoran garrisons at Ald Iuval and Ald Marak.

I heard rumors that it's a long drop from the top of the bridge, and that the bodies quickly wash out into the lake before anyone notices them. Is that the kind of rumor you want to learn more about, n'wah?

The Hladri Plantation up north stopped selling their famous shein in Hlerynhul. Lord Hleryn's new trading rules caused the marketplace to shut down, and the winery owner used to have a stand there before all this happened.

Ivul Hleryn does not officially engage in the slave trade and has freed his remaining house slaves years ago. Of course, slaves still get traded in Hlerynhul, but now it happens through the Camonna Tong at the shipping office.

Lord Hleryn has been spending a lot of time with his personal healer lately. I wonder what that's about.

I heard the mage Ernest Cergelle is behind on his rent again. It's only a matter of time before Dovres Falen kicks him out. Or worse.

Two pilgrims got into a fight in the Musty Mudcrab. It got so bad that the guards were called, and that's saying something. They're both in the Tiger Hall dungeon now.

Dithisi Andral's alchemy shop used to have a guardsman from the Hlerynhul garrison, but now you only ever see that Camonna Tong thug there.

Two Khajiit and their pack guar are camped right outside the western gate. I'm sure they've bribed the guards. Why else would they let them stay there?

Lord Hleryn has two daughters. The older, Jivana, is the head of the Hlerynhul garrison and a formidable fighter in her own right.

END TR MAP7: HLERYNHUL RUMORS

Othmura's gone through a lot since the Hlaalu moved in. It's been nice in some ways. But it's brought its share of challenges.

Used to be you could hardly cast your line without snagging a big one. Nowadays, you're lucky to get anything at all.

I don't intend to spend my break gossiping with you. If you have something to declare, head inside and talk to my superior.

Don't tell the caretaker I said that, but the food provided at the lodgings is atrocious. I always go across the street to eat at Muck-Raker's.

It's not my job to gossip with travelers, citizen.

It's not my job to gossip with travelers, %PCRace.

Don't trust just any old thing you hear on the street, %PCClass. I would rather pass the time with one of my songs.

What rumors? I'll not have you or anyone else spread rumors in my cornerclub.

I don't think it's prudent for me to engage in gossip, %PCClass.

I can't be seen gossiping about our lodgers, outlander!

I can't be seen gossiping about our lodgers, %PCRace!

BEGIN TR MAP7: STORMGATE PASS RUMORS

Caravaners are whispering about discovering a body south of here. And now the cat-catcher has vanished. Strange...

There was a cat-catcher here recently. Some believe she successfully captured her target, while others hope that he managed to escape.

Currently there is a cat-catcher here. She is probably searching for an escaped slave. That's what cat-catching is all about. Stormgate Pass usually doesn't have them around because of the many Argonians.

It's very rare for a cat-catcher to be around here. Most steer clear of Stormgate Pass, in spite of its proximity to the border. Too scared to tussle with a squad of Legion-trained Argonians, I expect.

The pass has received some complaints from the officials in Narsis. The Dunmer probably find the heavy Argonian presence here suspicious.

Hlaalu Council Company caravans make up most of the visitors to Stormgate Pass. They used to stop here for inspections, but someone in Narsis kicked up a stink and now they just roll on through. You know what they say -- when they kick rocks at the top of the hill, it's the people at the bottom who get hit with the landslide.

END TR MAP7: STORMGATE PASS RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP7: SEPTIM'S GATE PASS RUMORS

A noisy Shinathi was here earlier demanding the Legion release a prisoner. He was kicked out, of course, but he might still be nearby.

Shinathi raids have become more common since the troubles started in Mir Corrup and fewer resources have been allocated to maintaining the Purple Road.

For all that House Dres claims to disdain the Empire, you see a lot of Deshaan-grown saltrice passing into Cyrodiil at border forts like this.

Silandria Aspeus is the head of the Census and Excise Office in Septim's Gate Pass. She's only here because her noble family in Cyrodiil desperately wanted to get rid of her. What could've been the reason?

END TR MAP7: SEPTIM'S GATE PASS RUMORS

We don't have time for rumors here. If you have nothing to declare, please leave us to our work.

I'm only passing through on my pilgrimage, sera. I wouldn't know any rumors.

I don't gossip on the job, %PCClass.

You'll have more luck asking around at one of the bars. We don't get out often.

Have you seen Manse Menas upstairs? She hasn't left the tavern for ages. Her delivery business mustn't be doing too well.

Manse Menas has been holed up at the Muck Raker's Hangout for at least a few weeks. One of her deliveries must have gotten awry.

There's a strange woman who rows into town every now and then. She smells like a yeth-grub. I think she lives in the shack across the river.

Saelin and Suldreni Ulom are the last two fisherfolk in Othmura. Saelin had a brother here who was a fisherman too, but he left a while back.

That bard has been staying at the High Wall Cornerclub for a quite a while now. And in the owner's bedroom, at that.

I've noticed Donus Verelnim at the Temple has been looking a little more anxious than usual lately. He's always a bit of a worrier, but something seems to really be bothering him.

Not too many native Dunmer join the Imperial Guilds, but the Mages Guild here in Othmura has two, the brothers Eno and Gilen Malvayn.

A slave has been locked up in the tollhouse basement. I think they don't know who the owner is yet.

Several farmers have crossed the river demanding assistance from Vibius Verturius and his men. They were assured that the bandits in Kuriki would be taken care of. So far, not a single soldier has made their way east.

The Hlaalu Council Company maintains lodgings near the southern gate. Not all of the visitors are too keen to mingle with the public.

I hear the Order of Ebonheart has been charged with reclaiming Fort Firemoth. Let's hope it doesn't end in another shipwreck.

BEGIN TR MAP7 IDATHREN RUMORS

There is another daedric ruin on Lake Andaram, further to the east. I heard the people there are far from being on a peaceful research mission like we are, though.

I don't engage in idle gossip, %PCClass.

There was some kind of commotion in Idathren when we were passing through on our way here. They caught a thief in the governor's manor. I guess that's an exciting affair for a small town like that.

Did you hear? A common thief was caught breaking into Master Sadrano's manor!

There has to be some dirt on Master Sadrano. He seems like a dutiful House Hlaalu bureaucrat, but every House mer gets their hands dirty in the name of ambition. What does Master Sadrano aspire to? I wonder if he even knows.

Some wizards from the Mages Guild passed through on their way to Varashimmus. I think one of them is still in town, if you're curious about what they're up to.

You see those weapons on display at Sadri's Cornerclub? Those aren't just for show. I heard Dils fought in the Arnesian War.

END TR MAP7 IDATHREN RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP4 ROTH RORYN & ASCADIAN BLUFFS RUMORS

There are occasional land disputes between House Redoran and House Hlaalu in the Roth Roryn, but it's nothing compared to the conflict between House Hlaalu and House Indoril along the Thirr River. My cousins in Hlan Oek tell me that the Indoril are sending spies, saboteurs and even murderers to the Hlaalu lands on the western bank.

If you continue southeast from here you'll be overlooking the ancient stronghold of Volenfaryon. I don't recommend you go down there, even if you find a path down the cliff. I smell death wafting up from that place.

I sometimes find bones in the river when I'm fishing. Very old bones. I wonder what happened here.

There is a lone Dwemer tower south of here that has no discernible entrance. It might be connected to Mvelthngth-Schel on the other side of the mountain. If so, that ruin must be huge.

There's been another mass escape of slaves from the Mundrethi Plantation, and they only managed to recapture two of them. If their overseers were more diligent in assessing and caring for their slaves, they wouldn't have to deal with escape attempts all the time.

I've seen strange magic lights from the peak northwest of this one, on the other side of the pass. I know that there's an ancestral tomb up there. I hope nothing foul has happened to it.

Few caravans from Omaynis come through this pass anymore. Fear of bandits has made all but the most brazen traders take the long route along the shore of the Inner Sea and through Bal Foyen.

%name heard of mages using their powers to perform great feats of leaping. Not all of them also perform great feats of landing.

There is a shipwreck bleached by the sun on an island southeast of Dagon Fel. This one was not put there by divine might, but by mortal error.

There is a shipwreck crushed in the depths west of Vahn Isle. One more secret lost to the abyss, this one more valuable than most.

There is a shipwreck shrouded by the waves east of the city above Necrom. A terrible accident. Or a terrible crime?

Menelrys Llaram breeds prize guar on his plantation north of Omaynis. Of course, that's easy to do when you have armed guards to watch them, slaves to attend them, and rich friends in House Hlaalu to buy them from you at exorbitant prices.

There used to be a silver mine in the mountains just behind my hut, but it's filled with kobolds now. Nasty little things, but at least they never come down here.

Careful if you're heading up this way, outlander. Some bandits have made their camp at the overlook.

There's too many outlanders working in this mine. They're all just waiting for me to turn my back and then pinch my wares, I just know it. At least I have a guard for my shop.

There is a back entrance to the Monastery of St. Felms just across the river from here. It's very convenient. For the monks to get their supplies, I mean.

There's a cave called Kainat on the island west of here. Two nasty Dark Elves live there. Brother and sister, I think. Or husband and wife? Either way, they don't like visitors.

You came all the way here to hear rumors? Too bad, because I don't have any.

If you are wondering about that ungodly smell coming from my neighbor Hyrrik's shack -- no, it's not a rotten corpse. It's worse. It's Nord cuisine.

I'm sorry, I don't exactly meet many people these days. Draba takes care of most of my business, and I don't want to burden him with bringing back gossip as well.

Two outlander pilgrims were robbed and killed near here a while ago. I heard they finally caught the criminal at the Bal Foyen docks and put her in prison.

We lost another caravan bringing goods from Andrethis. What's going on in the Armun Ashlands? Is it Ashlanders attacks as well or something even worse?

I was taking a walk north of the plantation and ended up getting chased by a skeleton! It came from the Tomaril Ancestral Tomb, I'm sure of it. I think that's some noble family of House Indoril from the east. If their ancestors continue to be this angry, we might need to contact a Temple priest to reason with them.

Lots of escaped slaves lately. Not just here, on all the House Hlaalu plantations near the Thirr River. Usually I would blame outlander abolitionists, but it could just as well be saboteurs sent by Indoril Ilvi.

Look, %PCClass, I'm not exactly in the mood for gossip.

Two Argonian bandits killed Ulves Heladren, Nols Alver's farmhand! We should've reported them to the guards as soon as we saw them going that way.

We've seen two suspicious looking Argonians heading to the Savrethi Distillery west of here. They didn't look like they were interested in doing honest work or buying greef.

Mervu Shaamisalk has been getting a visitor at night. A visitor that arrives in a small boat and leaves just before sunrise.

A pilgrim from Silgrad fell while crossing St. Felms' Arch during a thunderstorm. She was lucky to hit the water instead of any of the rocks, and we managed to save her from drowning and keep her warm until help from the monastery arrived.

Over in Hlaalu lands they've started paying miners in 'company scrip', worthless scrap metal trinkets that you can only use in designated businesses. Here in Bodrum we get real money for our work!

The cellarer of the Monastery of St. Felms often comes here in his boat to buy kwama products directly from us. There is a back entrance underneath St. Felms' Arch, right by the Pryai river. It has an old elevator that allows goods to be brought up directly to the monastery's storage room. And monks to sneak out at night clandestinely, but that might just be irreverent gossip.

We don't take our boats out to Saros Caldera and the old Fort Firemoth. No catch is worth the risk.

The Imperial Legion at Teyn only cares about catching smugglers and getting rich off of the cargo they confiscate. Meanwhile the roads here are overrun with bandits.

I'll keep quiet about the things I see and hear in this monastery, if it's all the same to you. But I'm happy to tell you about all the bandits in Roth Roryn I know. Anything to pass the time.

Rumors belong to the outside world. The priests don't want us spreading them here.

Rumors flow from the House of Troubles. Speak straight, outlander.

The Thieves Guild's return to Bal Foyen has caused quite a stir among our penitents. We try to not let them be lead astray by news from the outside world, but rumors always find a way to trickle in.

The Camonna Tong's defeat in Bal Foyen and the death of their leader has caused quite a stir among our penitents. We try to not let them be lead astray by news from the outside world, but rumors always find a way to trickle in.

The Camonna Tong's expulsion from Bal Foyen has caused quite a stir among our penitents. We try to not let them be lead astray by news from the outside world, but rumors always find a way to trickle in.

Many of the penitents at our Monastery are former members of the Camonna Tong. We do our best to limit their interactions with active members and other reminders of their old life, for both their physical and spiritual well-being.

There is a smaller shrine and monastery to St. Aralor at Vys-Assanud on the Thirr River. We've not heard word from its caretaker Galvenu Telesi for a while, and the locals whisper of blasphemies being committed there. We can only hope that those are the idle words of ignorant plantation workers.

A slave recently escaped from the Savrethi Distillery. I guess it's not too bad for them, they can afford to replace it. If we lost the one slave we have we would be ruined.

Our father, the smith Selmuth Balur, was recruited by a company of Redoran soldiers to go with them on a mission somewhere nearby. We haven't heard from him in a while, I hope he is okay.

There's an old Velothi tower at the peak of this mountain. Lately we've seen lights up there. I hope whoever moved in there isn't going to cause us even more problems.

Did you hear that the governor of Menaan was murdered? I wonder which of her many enemies is behind that. It's a long list of suspects, that's for sure.

I hear that the governor of Menaan has been feuding with several Hlaalu bigwigs down in Narsis. But since this mine is owned by Dreynos Helvi of Bal Foyen, it shouldn't affect us too much.

%Name is happy to be stationed here in Fort Ancylis and not at the Census and Excise office in Seyda Neen across the Inner Sea. Nothing but swamps and angry Dark Elves over there.

I'm happy to be stationed here in Fort Ancylis and not at the Census and Excise office in Seyda Neen across the Inner Sea. Nothing but swamps and angry Dark Elves over there.

We caught a smuggler from Vvardenfell landing her boat southeast of here. She flew into a rage and attacked the marines, so they were forced to kill her. We expected her cargo to be something highly valuable and illegal like ebony or skooma, but it was just two crates of weird little red statues.

Jo'Agghu, that scholar staying here, says that this Fort was built on the site of an even older Nord outpost. Unsurprising, really. This little bay is a secure natural harbor and it's easy to control this stretch of the Inner Sea from here.

A Khajiit scholar is staying here at Fort Ancylis at the moment. Apparently he is interested in the history of the Teyn area from before this fort was built. He was looking for someone to lend him a hand with his research.

The natives say that this stretch of the Inner Sea wasn't always underwater. Maybe that's why there are so many legends about sunken ruins. Or all the sunken ruins are the reason people came up with the legends.

Everything west of Teyn used to be Redoran territory, but House Hlaalu has pushed them further and further back until everything east of the Pryai River and Roryn River was under their control.

The Monastery of St. Aralor north of Menaan takes in reformed criminals, including many former members of the Camonna Tong. %Name hears confining yourself to the monastery is one of the few ways to leave the Tong without them coming after you.

The Monastery of St. Aralor north of Menaan takes in reformed criminals, including many former members of the Camonna Tong. I hear confining yourself to the monastery is one of the few ways to leave the Tong without them coming after you.

Give the Daedric ruin of Veranzaris a wide berth. It's the realm of Sheogorath, and most who go there don't come back. And those that do forever carry a piece of the Mad One with them.

Keep an eye out, traveler. Bandits could be lying in wait for you anywhere around here. And after they've taken your purse -- or your life -- they'll be gone again the next second.

There's a shipwreck near Omaynis. Up on a mountain. There's several local legends about how it got up there, but %Name doesn't think anyone really knows.

There's a shipwreck near Omaynis. Up on a mountain. There's several local legends about how it got up there, but I don't think anyone really knows.

Manit-Pal doesn't care about rumors. They are but ash.

Hmph. Rumors flow from the House of Troubles. It is better to remain silent than to utter idle half-truths.

Well, have you heard any good ones? You're the one not living in a monastery. Ha ha ha!

There's an alchemist running a shop out of his shack across the bridge north of here that leads to the lands controlled by House Hlaalu. He has a quite large collection of ingredients. A *suspiciously* large collection, if you ask me.

I sleep in the same dormitory as Maladas Helas, and I swear I heard him sneak back to his bed in the early hours just before sunrise.

Our monastery is dedicated to forthright justice. This is not a place to spread rumors.

There's an old cargo elevator going from the monastery all the way down to the Pryai. We use it to easily transport supplies up the cliff, but there's also persistent rumors that members of this monastery use it to secretly come and go without anyone noticing. I wouldn't know who, though. It's not me, certainly.

A wealthy Hlaalu trader from Omaynis snuck over the river in disguise just to buy glass weapons from Nilos Moran. Nothing illegal about that, of course, but I guess he was too embarrassed to openly admit that you can't find quality like that over in Bal Foyen.

Be careful when you cross St. Felms' Arch behind the monastery. A pilgrim recently slipped in the rain and tumbled over the edge. She landed in the Pryai, Almsivi be praised, and the guards at the egg mine managed to rescue her.

I do not have time for rumors.

There are rumors that Massur-Dan wants to take over leadership of the Obainat by force. Let him try! I have the majority of our tribe behind me.

There are rumors that I want to take the leadership from Asha-tara. It is not that I *want* leadership, but what is our tribe now? A collection of refugees and thieves, and a cowardly wise woman. We need a leader, an ashkhan and Asha-tara can't be one -- she is a woman after all.

I have heard that an outlander is walking around the camp, entertaining themselves by looking down on us. You wouldn't know anything about this, would you, %PCRace?

I heard that the House Dunmer are preparing an expedition to drive us out of Obainat Camp, our last refuge. They will pay dearly if they try. We have little left to lose.

Our wise woman, Musa Ashadallit, has been deep in prayer recently. Supposedly, she prays for the arrival of the Nerevarine, to drive the enemies from our lands.

Hunting has not been going well lately. I have heard that Zassar is contemplating taking his wares to a marketplace of the House Dunmer, begging for scraps and Imperial coin. Despicable!

With Mandaras dead, the Ashlanders' raids are more and more frequent, but our spirits are high. I'm sure things will go back to normal once a new official is appointed.

I heard the Obainat Ashlanders have solved their internal dispute and chosen Massur-Dan as their new ashkhan. I worry for our plantation.

I heard how you killed these Ashlanders for Mandaras. I hope he knew what he was doing.

Mandaras seems to be out of his mind these days. I heard he told an off-color joke and got kicked out of a party recently.

Mandaras has been looking for someone to help him with some nearby Ashlanders. He claims that they are stealing the plantation's water.

That Khajiit Darra is up to something. You can't trust those sand striders, they've all got a hidden motive once they're free of the slave shackles.

%Name hasn't been living here for too long, but %Name was told locals never saw the Hlaalu and the Indoril flexing their arms as much as they have these past few years. %Name hopes it won't end in a public House War.

After living here for so long, I've never seen the Hlaalu and the Indoril flexing their arms as much as they have these past few years. I hope it won't end in a public House War.

Did you know some of the rich can afford ebony tableware? Ebony!

House Hlaalu has been dipping their fingers in everyone's kwama eggs for a while. It looks like they're only going to stop if something bites them.

A lot of mining equipment and ores are moved around this region. It makes you wonder if House Hlaalu is trying to dig to the center of the world.

Do you think the books being kept in Hlaalu businesses are ever accurate? %Name doubts it.

Do you think the books being kept in Hlaalu businesses are ever accurate? I doubt it.

I heard our governor isn't making many friends in Narsis. Unfortunately for them, she isn't giving up her post that easily.

The Bosmer prisoner escapes, and our governor is assassinated that very day. Something tells me those events are related.

Have you heard that Bal Foyen's Temple is holding a fundraising campaign? I hear they need all the help they can get.

%Name saw some cliff racers flying in a group. We'll be having some good weather soon!

I saw some cliff racers flying in a group. We'll be having some good weather soon!

Geloise Marard, a commoner here in Teyn, mentioned that her mother from out of town is coming for a visit. Oddly enough, Geloise didn't seem too happy about it.

I know it's been rumored in the village that smugglers have been landing somewhere near my lighthouse. I haven't seen anything. They must be imagining things.

Every once in a while we hear rumors about smugglers landing their boats near the lighthouse. %Name wonders what old man Erethys, the lighthouse keeper, has to say about that.

Every once in a while we hear rumors about smugglers landing their boats near the lighthouse. I wonder what old man Erethys, the lighthouse keeper, has to say about that.

Everybody is talking about the recent vampire attack, of course. Where did that fiend come from? Why did it attack us?

Did you hear that there nearly was a bar brawl in here? A young Dunmer out of town started arguing with Alomon Juspethe. Even took a drunken swing at him. Thankfully the guards arrived in time and dragged the troublemaker away to Fort Ancylis. There's the nearest jail cell.

Did you hear there nearly was a bar brawl in Cirifae's Tradehouse? A young Dunmer out of town started arguing with Alomon Juspethe. Even took a drunken swing at him. Thankfully the guards arrived in time and dragged the troublemaker away to Fort Ancylis. There's the nearest jail cell.

%Name has heard tales of House Hlaalu outright ignoring bandit hotspots. Outrageous! What good is a guard if they just turn a blind eye to bandit attacks?

I've heard tales of House Hlaalu outright ignoring bandit hotspots. Outrageous! What good is a guard if they just turn a blind eye to bandit attacks?

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END TR QUESTS PLUGIN RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1 RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: VOUNOURA RUMORS

We do not spread rumors here, %PCRace. Have you come this far to approach the shrine of Sanguine?

We do not spread rumors here, %PCRace. Have you come this far to approach the shrine of Sanguine?

END TR MAP1: VOUNOURA RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: ASHAMUL RUMORS

Bradas Varyon arrived one day from out of nowhere and settled at Traven Nothren's place. When the two are together, they always get drunk and harass, or at least annoy, the others here. They're nice enough when sober, though.

You should hear the drunken songs and screams when Traven and Bradas are at their revelries. Awful! Those two ne'er-do-wells seem to be close companions, if you take my meaning.

Thalin doesn't come out of her dwelling much anymore, ever since she lost her husband. Iveru seems to be the only one who visits her now. Keep out of her hair, stranger.

Guar have gone missing in the surrounding region, so Master Mithras stationed a guard here. What else is new? I noticed Feduran Vandal has been a bit nervous lately. I can't blame her, though, what with the Telvanni presence and some strangers roaming the area.

Guar have gone missing in the surrounding region, so Master Mithras stationed a guard here. What else is new? I noticed Feduran Vandal has been a bit nervous lately. I can't blame her, though, what with the Telvanni presence and some strangers roaming the area.

Feduran left Ashamul in quite a hurry. I'll admit, that guard gets things done.

That guard has finally left Ashamul. Word is you and Feduran were the ones who got him to leave. I have a feeling your intentions weren't entirely honest, but thanks are owed all the same.

END TR MAP1: ASHAMUL RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: BAHRAMMU RUMORS

So Vedran Gavonir killed Gavis Arantam in cold blood? I can't believe it. What could possibly have driven him to such a cruel act? Thank you for finding the truth, %PCName.

Lliretha Arentam recently lost her husband out on the Sea of Ghosts. Some kind of accident, from what I've heard. She hasn't been the same since.

You with the Telvanni? Probably here for Tel Rivus. The Mage-Lord, Nira Uldram, is known for her dangerous experiments. That's why the Telvanni have her out in this backwater.

Neldam Heran, the guarherder, is a real blessing for this village. Under his watch, the guar herd has grown bigger than anyone can remember. Right now he's trying to find new markets for the guar.

Elammu Andrani, the trader, is having supply problems. All his prices are going up, and nobody is happy.

END TR MAP1: BAHRAMMU RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: BAL OYRA RUMORS

You're Telvanni, right? Not many come out this far otherwise. You are probably here for Tel Rivus, Mage-Lord Nira Uldram's tower. Some rough looking folk have been heading that way recently. I shudder to think what she might be up to these days.

I see lights out on Nolubal Bay sometimes. I can't imagine what somebody would be doing out on the water at night.

We can't get rid of the damn muskflies. Even when we kill them, they just keep coming.

END TR MAP1: BAL OYRA RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: TEL RIVUS RUMORS

I've heard Nira Uldram plans to make a play for a seat on the Telvanni Council.

END TR MAP1: TEL RIVUS RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: NIVALIS RUMORS

Navy patrols have been encountering more dreugh in the waters east of Althoa recently.

Sure this is an Imperial town, but with all the unrest in Cyrodiil City, people are talking about what will happen here if the Imperial Legion gets recalled. If the rumors about Nira Uldram and Tel Rivus are true, we might find ourselves at the wrong end of her experiments.

Arlo Ajaxus has been even more irritating than usual recently. Last night everyone could hear him shouting like a madman outside his house, and earlier this week he was demanding supplies from Jana Livia for a campaign against the dreugh beneath the sea.

Supposedly, the Navy gave up and abandoned the other shield forts out in the Padomaic. I hope they aren't thinking about pulling out of Nivalis, too.

One of those dreadful Orc reavers was taken alive in Nolubal Bay. He's now under lock and key in the dungeons of Icebreaker Keep.

Everyone says reavers have infested Nolubal Bay. Either the Navy doesn't know where they're based, or they're intentionally avoiding a fight.

There are always strange noises coming from the direction of Yamandalkal. Not just strange -- otherworldly.

END TR MAP1: NIVALIS RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: FIREWATCH RUMORS

We don't get much news from the surface here. But that's a small price to pay for freedom.

Professor Walks-Through-Shadow at the College is seeking a courier to deliver a letter to someone in Cyrodiil. Not sure who around here would be willing to make the delivery, though. It's a long way from Morrowind.

I heard that the College recently recruited a new professor, some naturalist fresh out of Cyrodiil who came east to study rocks. I can't imagine his classes are very interesting.

Duchess Jandacia is known to be quite sharp, but it appears that her son Herconius didn't take much after her. He's struggling with his classes. I've heard that he even bribes others to fetch alchemy ingredients for him.

Galan Brandt over at the Fighters Guild is making so much money from guard contracts that he's considering opening up a chapter in Port Telvannis. An imperial guild in Port Telvannis, can you imagine?

I heard the captain of the 'Brazen Maiden' has filed suit against the Order of Firewatch. Something about the Drakelight Beacon going out, and her ship running aground.

I've heard whispers about that Arch-Mage at the Mages Guild. He freely consorts with Daedra, they say, and even has some of them staffing the guildhall.

Rumor has it that the East Empire Company is furious about the success of the Zafirbel Bay Company down in Helnim. Something about overlapping charters.

The Dusters are a mob of gangsters and thugs. Everyone knows it. The Duchess got a new Champion sent from out west to try and whip them into shape, but I can't imagine he'll be able to do much.

The head priest at the Chapel of Akatosh seems like a mild-mannered old man, but don't let that fool you. He took over the city and restored order during the final months of the Simulacrum -- and not with prayers.

Daeria Vucinia seems worried about Polius Tertius. He's fallen into some bad habits recently, or so I've heard.

END TR MAP1: FIREWATCH RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: LLOTHANIS RUMORS

%Name heard something about some Telvanni wizard around here being annoyed because of some 'internal politics', but %Name doesn't know the details.

Up in Ranyon-ruhn, they are complaining about not having enough slaves to do their dirty work. Why can't these Dunmer ever do their own labor?

I've got a job to do. I don't have time for rumors, outlander.

I hear there's been some commotion up in Ranyon-ruhn. The locals are annoyed because they have to do work that should be done by slaves. Maybe Mithras ought to be concerned about dissent.

I hear there's been some commotion up in Ranyon-ruhn. The locals are annoyed because they have to do work that should be done by slaves.

I hear there's been some commotion up in Ranyon-ruhn. Something about not having slaves to work in the mine.

I heard something about some Telvanni wizard around here being annoyed because of some internal politics, but I don't know the details.

%Name hasn't got any rumors for the %PCRace.

I haven't got any rumors for you, outlander.

I hear Bal Gernak is angry because he didn't get a seat on the Parliament of Bugs. He was annoyed that the Parliament picked Mistress Eldale over him.

I hear Bal Gernak is angry because he didn't get a seat on the Parliament of Bugs. It might not be a bad thing for Llothanis, having a Master here.

I hear Bal Gernak, the ranking Telvanni here, is angry because he didn't get a seat on the Telvanni Parliament of Bugs.

I hear they caught another couple of slaves trying to escape from Port Telvannis. Everybody knows that nobody gets away from there -- serves them right for trying something so ridiculous.

I hear they caught another couple of slaves trying to escape from Port Telvannis. Everybody knows that nobody gets away from there. Those slaves should know their place anyway.

I hear they caught another couple of slaves trying to escape from Port Telvannis. Everybody knows that nobody gets away from there.

END TR MAP1: LLOTHANIS RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: GAH SADRITH RUMORS

There is nothing happening on this little island that I would be unaware of and that would escape my attention. I despise you gossips! There is no rumor to my mind: my decisions and actions are always grounded on empirical facts and precise knowledge.

Mistress Eldale is well known for her successes in the field of conjuration. While the highest among the Telvanni are entrusted to keep such powers, some around her might be tempted to exploit them unwisely. That is why we are here. That so many Altmer come to learn from her may be a testament to her powers... or to their belief that necromancy is better tolerated among the Telvanni than on Summerset Isle. I wouldn't be surprised if a practitioner were to be found within Mistress Eldale's inner circle.

Look... I'm just staying here for a short time. It isn't easy for me. Had no time to go around and pick up some rumors yet.

I'm not interested in rumors. It's not wise for an Imperial merchant in Gah Sadrith to take an interest in rumors.

Rumors are just covers for ignorance. And yet, they may contain a grain of truth as well.

I am interested in facts, not rumors. If you have some reliable information about Melie, come back to me.

I really want nothing to do with rumor-mongering. All that I want is for everybody to let me be!

Do not mind what Dralse or Gavat Redam may tell you. They're just ignorant fetchers!

Those fights my parents have with the Redam family are truly ridiculous! I am ashamed of them both.

Llernele Yantus has no taste for clothing. And yet she thinks of herself as a 'better person!' Pah!

Fernil Yantus is an old coward! His wife controls his life competely.

Did you know Belas Kasihan takes bribes? Well, it's no surprise at all. Both tax collector and Telvanni... Two plus two equals four, I guess.

I have heard Mehrunes Dagon cultists are gathering somewhere in the Telvanni Isles.

I have heard there are precious magical treasures buried within the tombs of Tel Darys.

Anirwen is obsessed with the idea of a 'perfect blade'. The Altmer certainly have strange notions.

Have you met that confused Nord barbarian, Mjording, at the market? He's been standing there annoying passers-by for days now. He seems to be desperate about some lover he lost.

Did you know that the famous crusader Arelis Lloran has come to Gah Sadrith? You can find him in The Wetstone Tavern. I wonder what he's doing in a place like this?

The Yantus and Redam families have always been in conflict. They do not like each other at all, but nobody really knows why.

Those Nords drink quite a lot, huh?

I have nothing to tell you.

END TR MAP1: GAH SADRITH RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: PORT TELVANNIS RUMORS

I don't concern myself with the matters of this place.

I haven't been here long enough to hear any rumors, I'm afraid.

The Parliament has rejected the latest attempts by the Temple to get a foothold here. We Telvanni will not be dictated to by the self-righteous House Indoril.

The duchess of Firewatch sent an emissary to the Parliament recently. A classic case of Imperial arrogance, demanding we cease attacking Imperial shipping through the straits. He was denied audience with the Mouths, of course.

The Parliament has brought in new rules on income reports and taxes just recently. I expect I'll be on the receiving end of yet more infuriating complaints from disgruntled commoners very soon.

I have no time for your pitiful attempt at conversation, %PCClass. Ask your question quickly, or move on.

Did you hear about the Wood Elf who tried to attack our city with an army of mudcrabs? The fool! I've seen some crazy Bosmer in my life, but that one tops it. I hear an Imperial sailor was with him and House Telvanni are looking for his ship. He'll pay dearly.

Cerul Arnem and Turosi Salvel have a bitter rivalry. They're both enchanters, and each claims superiority in that craft. They have a long history of feuding and often pull practical jokes on each other. It's always enjoyable to see what schemes each one comes up with.

My enemies, Tinera and Varrac Odrethi, have been working on a new spell that they claim can be used to clean dirt off clothing. They fail to recognize that it is their tarnished name that must be cleaned, not their robes. Surely they must realize that this is beneath a Telvanni mage; I could never imagine Inera Ilneram behaving so foolishly. Her latest enchantment can be used to cow an enemy into silence. You should see the fear it engenders, %PCName, it is a weapon worthy of a true Telvanni.

Rantela Irenam has been investigating the aspects of the Luminous Russula for the past year and has made a number of interesting observations that could lead to the invention of new potions. She believes she has developed a method to refine the aspect that allows the fungus to produce light, a major advance in the art of alchemy. When I compare this to the paltry advances of Tinera Odrethi and her worthless husband, I can only shake my head.

My wife, Tinera Odrethi, has invented a new spell to make her appear younger. This is good, as I'd hate for her to end up as unattractive as Rantela Irenam. If only she had the face of Inera Ilneram... Such a gorgeous Dunmer, full of so much spite.

There are rumors abounding that Varrac Odrethi, my husband, finds Inera Ilneram more attractive than he does me. Such lies! It's no truer than the rumor that Rantela Irenam has made a significant breakthrough in her research on Luminous Russula. Hundreds of years would not suffice for Rantela to find something interesting, and she's only been working on that project for eleven months.

I was most impressed when the Telvanni reduced the slave tariff. It shows great foresight on their part, and I look forward to doing a great deal of business in Port Telvannis in the future.

There is a rumor going around town that Madar Senatam wishes to hire someone to kill Durel Varys' packrat. A job for a 'great adventurer,' no doubt.

There is a rumor going around town that Madar Senatam wishes to hire someone to kill Durel Varys' packrat. A job for a 'great adventurer,' no doubt.

The commoners are getting quite uppity about the new taxes the Council has brought in. Somebody should teach them their place.

The muck supplies here are getting quite low. Some merchants have been dispatched to Bahrammu to buy some more.

The muck supplies here are getting quite low. Some merchants have been dispatched to Bahrammu to buy some more.

The muck supplies here are getting quite low. Some merchants have been dispatched to Bahrammu to buy some more.

The muck supplies here are getting quite low. Some merchants have been dispatched to Bahrammu to buy some more.

From what I understand of these new regulations, honest mer like me will have to pay more taxes.

I hear that Mistress Eldale has worked out a summoning spell for Hernes.

I have no rumors to tell you, %PCName.

I hear Ardur Salvendu is back at the market again. He is probably here to take advantage of the latest tax cuts that the Parliament of Bugs has brought in.

I hear a particularly important Dres noble was down at the slave market bringing in some more stock.

I hear a particularly important Dres noble was down at the slave market. The Dres have always been very important to the slave trade here in Port Telvannis.

They say that there's a chance some of us could be shipped to Tel Rivus, up on Althoa. I hope it isn't true -- I can't abide the cold.

The Parliament has rejected the latest attempts by the Indoril to get a foothold here. We refuse to allow orders to be given to us by the Temple.

I hear that the Parliament has pushed the Temple away from here yet again.

I hear the mage-lords have snubbed the Indoril and the Temple once again. The Telvanni are the only ones who would ever dream of doing that.

My master was complaining about the latest income reports that the mages are demanding.

The Parliament has brought in new rules on income reports and taxes.

The Parliament has brought in new rules on income reports and some new taxes.

Some people here have been complaining about the new tax laws being finalized.

Some slaves were killed trying to escape from this place a few weeks ago. I can't say I blame them for trying, but I'm not surpised that they got caught. Nobody escapes from here.

I hear the guards had fun with those runaway slaves they caught last week. They didn't even get past the bay, from what I hear. Of course, we had to punish the rest of the slaves, in order to make sure that they didn't get ideas above their station.

When will these foolish slaves realize their place here? The ones who tried to escape last week didn't make it past the bay.

Some slaves had an escape attempt last week. From what I hear of what's been done to the ones who tried to escape, nobody will try again for a long time.

I have no rumors to tell you, %PCName.

An outlander thief attempted to break into the vaults under the Council House. He had barely started to pick the lock when Hlarven Redis' two Vermai ripped him to shreds. We Telvanni aren't going to allow ourselves to be robbed by foolish outlanders.

An outlander thief attempted to break into the vaults under the Council House. He had barely started to pick the lock when Hlarven Redis' two Vermai ripped him to shreds. The mages like to make an example of such n'wahs.

Some foolish thief tried to break into the Council House Vaults. Needless to say, the guards were not impressed.

Some big Imperial politician sent an emissary to the Parliament recently. I don't know what he said, but the mages weren't happy.

The Duchess of Firewatch sent an emissary to the Parliament recently. This Imperial loudmouth had the nerve to impugn the safety of our trade routes. A truly shocking display of disrespect for our House.

The Duchess of Firewatch sent an emissary to the Parliament recently. Something about ships being harassed by the magelords.

It was quite foolish of the Duchess to send her representative to complain before the Parliament. What did she hope to achieve, apart from angering the wizard-lords?

They say that there are activists in Firewatch who make it their job to free slaves. I can't see their reach ever extending this far, though.

These Imperials are always trying to compromise our basic rights. It's a good thing the Parliament of Bugs is strong enough to stand up for the basic things, like owning slaves and practicing unfettered wizardry.

I hear there are Twin Lamps activists active in Dagon Urul. We never get them around here, though. They wouldn't dare stray so far from their precious Legion.

I hear rumors about the Twin Lamps operating over on the mainland, but I can't imagine them coming this far.

I don't trade rumors, fool.

END TR MAP1: PORT TELVANNIS RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: RANYON-RUHN & TEL ARANYON RUMORS

R-rumors? Hic! They, they ain't good s-stuff... Hic!

Don't mention I told you, but Irele Nathryon and Nevusa Lakasyn sell worthless junk. I'm the real deal in Ranyon-ruhn, trust me, %PCName.

I do not care for such trivialities. And even if I did, nothing of note ever occurs in this wreck of a town.

I don't pay attention to rumors, I couldn't care less about them. Or you.

Oh, haven't you heard?! Galdasi Thendas, the 'shame of thieves', stole several crates of ebony from the stockpiles, all under the noses of our guards! Simeth caught her in the end, though: he knows all about it! And to think we all thought she was a rubbish thief. Amazing!

My job is to watch and protect, not to chat with a passing-by %PCRace.

I heard Sinsal Nedriem tried to beat his competitors by spreading slanders and lies. Nevusa Lakasyn and Irele Nathryon have been in our town for years, so they should get priority. I can't believe how it all ended, though.

I hear Sinsal Nedriem tries to beat his competitors by spreading slanders and lies. Nevusa Lakasyn and Irele Nathryon have been in our town for years, I can't believe he treats them like that.

I heard Sinsal Nedriem tried to beat his competitors by spreading slanders and lies. Nevusa Lakasyn and Irele Nathryon have been in our town for years, so it's only right that they should get priority, particularly if their competitor only has the edge by slandering them. Good work, %PCName.

I heard Sinsal Nedriem tries to beat his competitors by spreading slanders and lies. Nevusa Lakasyn and Irele Nathryon have been in our town for years, but Sinsal seems to gain some votes of confidence. I wonder how this will end.

The talk of the town is how you and Mithras were able to stop the problems at the mine. Apparently it was Mistress Rathra behind it. Is that true?

The talk of the town is how you and Mithras were able to stop the problems at the mine. Apparently it was Mistress Rathra behind it. Is that true?

I keep hearing a Hlaalu councilor's daughter is involved in some kind of anti-slavery activity. She'd better steer clear of the Telvanni.

It seems the Emperor is about to lose his heirs, one way or another. Not that I'd mind if Cyrodiil fell to pieces.

The Telvanni councilors promised to send some extra slaves here to help us with the mine. I mean no disrespect to our lords, but I begin to doubt we'll see any help.

A few weeks ago an Imperial by the name of Hasilius Brahn came into town. Now, he gets drunk every night at the Dancing Jug. He's never caused any trouble, but it's a sad thing to see.

The last s'wit who tried to steal ebony from our mine got caught within ten minutes. The fool filled his backpack with a load of ebony, and didn't even know how much he'd be encumbered.

It seems Arthal and Verana Eindari don't get along too well. Verana never approved of Arthal's hospitality, but her poor husband tolerates her anger and nerve. I wonder for how long.

Manari Gildaren's got a job here now. A good thing too: her brother works like a guar and all she used to do was walk around.

I hear Manari Gildaren got a job at the mine. A good thing too: her brother works like a guar and all she used to do was walk around.

Last time I saw Manari Gildaren she was roaming the streets. Her brother works like a guar and all she does is walk around.

My job is serious, and what you're talking about is most certainly not. Do you have something more important to discuss?

The Parliament promised to send some extra slaves here to help us with the mine. I mean no disrespect to them, but I begin to doubt we'll see any help.

The last s'wit who tried to steal ebony from our mine got caught within ten minutes. The fool filled his backpack with a load of ebony, and didn't even know how much he'd be encumbered.

It seems the Emperor is about to lose his heirs, one way or another. Why didn't Uriel Septim attempt to hide any of his sons? Sometimes the blunt foolishness of the Empire astounds me. Not that I'd mind if Cyrodiil fell to pieces.

END TR MAP1: RANYON-RUHN & TEL ARANYON RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: SADAS PLANTATION RUMORS

They say that there are activists in Firewatch who make it their job to free slaves. I can't see their reach ever extending this far, though.

Not many rumors reach us out here.

One of the silt striders has fallen ill recently. Neroy Assahin's been terribly worried.

They say that the Twin Lamps are operating in Dagon Urul. The audacity and ignorance of these outlanders never cease to amaze me, though I doubt they would come as far as the Telvanni Isles.

The Parliament of Bugs has rejected the latest attempts by the Indoril to get a foothold here. If you ask me, there will be trouble brewing before too much longer.

There was a bit of a furor in Port Telvannis recently over that emissary the Duchess sent over to the Parliament of Bugs. These outlanders never show any respect.

END TR MAP1: SADAS PLANTATION RUMORS

BEGIN TR MAP1: TEL OUADA RUMORS

They say Mee-Sei and Ki-Ralis from Orelu Plantation have escaped. The Telvanni will be watching us very closely from now on.

Looks like Dels Famori and Nifum Othril up at Orelu Plantation have lost some of their property. They should be able to hold onto their own slaves.

I heard that a couple of slaves have escaped from Orelu Plantation. I hope Nifum Othril can find them before the abolitionists do.

A couple of slaves have escaped from Orelu Plantation. The Telvanni will not be happy about it.

Apparently those assassins he was so worried about finally got to Ilen Midaan. Shameful that he wasn't able to deal with them himself.

I hear that a guard is being posted to watch Ilen Midaan's manor. It is shameful that he is unable to protect himself without outside help.

Ilen Midaan's been holed up in his manor for some time now. I heard he offended a certain high-ranked wizard, and now fears for his life.

I'm glad I didn't have to work on refitting the Magic Mudcrab. Apparently, it was quite shoddily built the first time around.

I hear the Magic Mudcrab needed some major repair and a refit. Apparently, it was quite shoddily built the first time around. That's what happens when you don't show your slaves enough discipline.

I hear the Magic Mudcrab needed some major repair and a refit. Apparently, it was quite shoddily built the first time around. What do they expect with these materials anyway?

Apparently Mistress Rathra dealt rather harshly with a spy she found.

When the Imperials finally find the rest of that spy, they'll probably think twice before sending another one like him. Mistress Rathra won't be truly happy until she sorts things out with the Duchess, though.

I hear the Imperials are still searching for the body of that spy that Rathra found in her chambers. They should probably give up. She can be quite inventive.

Poor Sentius Marvus. All he did was listen to a couple of things Mistress Rathra didn't want him to hear. I don't want to be the one that finds that rest of him, though.

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BEGIN TR MAP1: FILLER RUMORS

Wadargo saw a mudcrab yesterday. Wadargo thinks they are wretched creatures and need to be avoided whenever possible.

Everything dies one day. Even gods are not safe from that law.

I've heard whispers coming from the depths of the earth, as if there were an underground village, inhabited by Orcs lost in Oblivion. Hah! What an idea!

One day, a former convict will be hailed as a saint and savior of Vvardenfell. The voices told me that. They also told me he'll be tragically killed by the will of Daedra Lords, though. Pity.

The Mages Guild is evil. They say they're teaching spells and training people, but they're actually trying to keep all magic for themselves. Every year, a few more spells strangely disappear from spellbooks -- and nobody seems to notice. If it continues, even staples such as levitation will be no more.

Many people have remarked brown plates are more durable than blue plates. It seems the color blue makes things more brittle. That is why the Falmer disappeared, they were blue, and thus brittle.

There once was a race of elves living in Skyrim. They were called Falmer. Now they are all dead.

There once was a race of elves living in Skyrim. They were called Falmer. Now they are all shriveled and nasty, and they reek!

There once was a race of elves living in Skyrim. They were called Falmer. Now they have hidden themselves away in caves in High Rock.

There once was a race of elves living in Skyrim. They were called Falmer. Now they've blended in with the Dunmer of Morrowind. That's why the Dunmer sometimes have a blueish face.

Animals are not allowed in temples and chapels. Because of that, they can't use healing altars. Therefore, animals are often diseased.

The Altmer pretend they are the best wizards, however many of them are unable to keep their clothes on when they give the sign of Recall. It's not that exciting, is it?

The Dunmer think Cyrodiil is a jungle. Hah! They've never been to the Imperial Province! Black Marsh, now, that is a jungle.

Have you read the Lessons of Vivec? I think you should. I've heard they were written for you.

Do you think the child of Tiber Septim and Barenziah was ever born? If so, where is he now?

The Telvanni live in mushroom pods and think they are insects. Their government is called the Parliament of Bugs.

The island of Vvardenfell is under a blockade. Some sort of restrictions on travel by the East Empire Company, or somebody... because of the Blight, I think. As a result, there are smugglers everywhere.

They claim King Helseth is a cunning and ruthless politician. If he were, wouldn't he have become King of Wayrest?

King Lothun of Hammerfell wants his scholars to find a document establishing the real identity of his eldest brother.

Most people think the book N'Gasta! Kvata! Kvakis! is about Sloadic necromancy. In reality, it's about hopeful frogs.

Colovian helms are a silly stereotype the Dunmer have of Colovians. If you ever go to the Colovian West, you'll see nobody there wears such a hat.

Ki-Ralis and Mee-Sei have escaped! The masters are not happy.

I've been a bit preoccupied lately. I haven't been listening to rumors.

We don't hear a lot of rumors, you know? And we don't have the time for idle gossip.

I hear another of the caravans headed for Firewatch was attacked last week. But of course, nobody here would know anything about that.

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I don't know what of the stuff I hear working here is idle gossip and what are profound secrets of the faith, so I best just keep my mouth shut.

Careless rumor-mongering distracts us from the path to true knowledge. Speak straight or do not speak at all.

The ancient stronghold of Othrano looms over our farm. I've seen signs of activity there, recently. The light of campfires, likely belonging to bandits. I hope they'll leave us in peace.

Every time I pass through here, the guards seem a little more tense. House Hlaalu and House Indoril struggle over control of the northern Thirr River, and there are always rumors that one side or the other is about to contract the Morag Tong. And then we will have a House War on our hands.

A group of mages has set up in the daedric ruin on the island across from Idathren. They told the locals they were with the Mages Guild, but I don't trust them one bit.

A pilgrim in Hlan Oek told me that he saw a half-naked woman frolicking in one of the pools northwest of here, but I find that hard to believe. Those swamp ponds are filthy and disease-ridden, and I can't imagine anyone would take a bath in them, let alone enjoy doing so. Maybe that was just wishful thinking on a long pilgrimage.

A brash young Imperial came through here last week, looking for the way to Naemunbatashpi. He headed west, and never came back. I have no doubt the fool got himself killed.

Sometimes foul smells ooze from the sewer grates. Foul even by sewage standards.

I'm not a local, %PCName. I did hear that there was some disagreement about a docked ship when I was last in Hlan Oek.

People at the outpost seemed to be upset. I think a trader passing through was recently murdered by bandits.

Rumors of the conflict between House Indoril and House Hlaalu worry me. No one wants to say it, but we here at the ferry post will be the first caught up in any hostilities.

When the weather on the lake is clear, you can see a beached ship by the daedric ruin to the east. I wouldn't dream of going close, of course.

You shouldn't give too much credence to rumors, %PCName.

I'm just here to drop off my produce, and then I'll be on my way back to the farm.

A group of mages has recently started poking around Varashimmus on the island to the west. No, not daedra worshippers. At least I don't think so. They're probably up to no good either way.

A few days ago we had a furious trader from Narsis pass through here. He'd purchased a slave in Hlan Oek, and when they were on the lake she jumped into the water and disappeared. It's all his own fault, of course. Who allows an Argonian slave to wander around above deck?

There have been more and more dreugh sightings on the eastern side of Lake Andaram. It doesn't affect our shipping on the Thirr River yet, but every ship going to Ald Horak needs to be careful. A group of dreugh can spell doom for a smaller boat.

Some of the farmers delivering goods from the south have told us that bandits have been menacing them not far from the ferry post. If this keeps up, the guards will need to be sent to intervene.

Northwest of here I saw someone watching us from between the trees as we passed by. I suspect it was an outlaw looking for undefended pilgrims to prey on. Be careful if you travel that way.

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BEGIN TR MAP7 HLAN OEK RUMORS

We only just arrived in Hlan Oek. I'm sure someone down by the docks can entertain you with gossip.

I wouldn't know. We only just arrived here.

Please, %PCName. This town is too filled with lies already.

You are asking me for rumors, %PCName? I am afraid that's not how this business transaction works.

I don't deal in rumors, %PCName. Do you have something to report or not?

I have a rumor for you: I heard some of this guar meat actually comes from a guar. Hahaha!

You tell me: have you heard any rumors that my ship's repairs will be done soon? If not, I don't want to hear it.

Rumor has it that a nosy outlander was found floating face down in the Thirr River. Leave now, and maybe it stays a rumor.

I'm glad to have arrived safely in Hlan Oek. The Othreleth Woods are beautiful, but they can be dangerous. Not least because of bandits preying on pilgrims like me.

Sometimes foul smells ooze from the sewer grates. Foul even by sewage standards.

Captain Sidia Uveleth of the city guard was brought here from Narsis by the Governor. Apparently she has ties to the Camonna Tong.

That ship, the Brave Coda, has been docked at the Shipbuilders and Sailors Hall for a while now. I wonder what's taking so long.

That ship, the Brave Coda, has been docked at the Shipbuilders and Sailors Hall for a while now. I wonder what's taking so long.

Have you been to the Morning Sun cornerclub? I heard it got its name because there's no windows, and so the patrons forget the time and only emerge when the sun is already up. Or was it because it's so filled with smoke that all the lights look like the sun through morning fog? It was one or the other.

Some Breton alchemist was staying in town, studying the local plants. And then one day she just disappeared. No word to anyone. I don't think the guards went looking for her either...

The Council Club has always been undisputed Camonna Tong territory, but recently they even put a sharpshooter on the roof. Isn't that something the city guard should do?

We get a lot of travelers -- pilgrims mostly. There's been some chatter among them as of late. They talk of missing companions. A rumor's been going around about a body south of here, but so far there isn't any proof.

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There's been an uptick of assassinations recently, and %Name is sure it wasn't the Morag Tong. The assassins are clearly professionals, though. %Name fears the Dark Brotherhood has managed to establish themselves here.

There's been an uptick of assassinations recently, and I'm sure it wasn't the Morag Tong. The assassins are clearly professionals, though. I fear the Dark Brotherhood has managed to establish themselves here.

Different Shinathi clans have different customs. The Nasar from Yandaran are war-loving. The Ussiran are willing to trade and tolerate outsiders more. The Hunza are skilled fighters, but they're isolationists, not eager to interact with others. The Ayahali are friendly but live in remote areas, rarely visited. The Gan-Ettu are -- well, unusual, devoted to their cult, and with a particular connection to skyrenders. Then there's Sharkali, who are still deeply connected to all ancient Shinathi traditions.

There's been talk of abolitionists setting up a secret hideout somewhere around here. Apparently, they're growing in numbers. Though such groups have existed in Morrowind for a long time, this level of organization is new. %Name wonders how they're planning on surviving until the next harvest with all the Camonna Tong big shots controlling the region.

There's been talk of abolitionists setting up a secret hideout somewhere around here. Apparently, they're growing in numbers. Though such groups have existed in Morrowind for a long time, this level of organization is new. I wonder how they're planning on surviving until the next harvest with all the Camonna Tong big shots controlling the region.

%Name has heard rumors of some mysterious drug lord establishing his base of operations somewhere in the wilderness of Shipal-Shin. Their gang seems to consist of ruthless cutthroats.

I've heard rumors of some mysterious drug lord establishing his base of operations somewhere in the wilderness of Shipal-Shin. Their gang seems to consist of ruthless cutthroats.

The Purple Road isn't what it used to be. Troubled times have fallen upon the Cyrodiilic side, causing trade to weaken. And it makes us suffer through increasingly frequent Shinathi raids and common banditry. It's Kragenmoor that's booming nowadays. We in the south need to deal with the consequences.

Another trade ship sank on Lake Coronati recently. People are blaming everything from dreugh to bad weather, but %name doesn't think anyone knows what happened to it.

Another trade ship sank on Lake Coronati recently. People are blaming everything from dreugh to bad weather, but I don't think anyone knows what happened to it.

Despite the threat of banditry, the roads around the Coronati Basin seem to be busier than ever. %name hears the Redoran at Ald Iuval and Ald Marak have been more fastidious about scrutinizing the cargo holds of ships coming through. Just Great House power play, no doubt. Those fortresses are the last bit of sway House Redoran holds around here.

Despite the threat of banditry, the roads around the Coronati Basin seem to be busier than ever. I hear the Redoran at Ald Iuval and Ald Marak have been more fastidious about scrutinizing the cargo holds of ships coming through. Just Great House power play, no doubt. Those fortresses are the last bit of sway House Redoran holds around here.

Most of the farms and plantations in the Coronati Basin use slave labor. The price of slaves at the Narsis market keeps going up, and it's beginning to affect landowners, especially on the western side. On the eastern side, they can still rely on Dres caravans out of Hairab and Bashipal plantations.

Lake Coronati is useful for shipping goods, but there are very few safe landing spots along its shores. Most of it is cliffs, or swamp, or, worst of all, crumbling ruins full of violent Daedra.

More and more people are traveling along Veloth's Path nowadays, and it's not just pilgrims either. Trade with the Empire is booming in Kragenmoor, and many caravans from Cyrodiil travel all the way to Andrethis or even further to sell their wares to local traders.

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BEGIN TR FIREMOTH RUMORS

I hear Tiber Septim is thinking of invading! Just kidding, I've got nothing. People don't usually come by the tomb to chat.

I hear Tiber Septim is thinking of invading! Just kidding, I've got nothing. People don't usually come by the tomb to chat.

They found another corpse the other day. It will be a while before this place is a proper mine again instead of a tomb. The torches help.

I've been having bad dreams ever since I came here. Must be some foul magic at play.

I've heard Naureen defeated a lich before she became chaplain here.

There is talk among the miners of petitioning Saccius to have a tavern built on the island.

I've been having bad dreams ever since I came here. Must be some foul magic at play.

I hear Urashgal gra-Ningul over at Fort Firemoth cheated someone at dice. When the poor sod tried to report her, she persuaded the brass that she was the one who got cheated and got compensated.

There is talk among the miners of petitioning Saccius to have a tavern built on the island.

I've been having bad dreams ever since I came here. Must be some foul magic at play.

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BEGIN TR MAP4 ARMUN ASHLANDS RUMORS

Many plump guars with packs full of goods pass by here on the road from Arvud. They should be careful not to stray too close to our camp.

Hmph. Is that what you want to spend your short life on, mortal? Rumors?

Hah! I have no time or patience for gossip.

Some of us are here because of people spreading rumors, friend. We don't gossip lightly.

Caravans crossing the Armun Ashlands on this eastern road rarely bring slaves with them, as they are not often bought and sold in Redoran lands. That means caravan guards aren't on the lookout for freed slaves.

One of the dark ones we've captured told us about an exceptionally powerful vampire hiding in the Dwemer ruin of Mvelthngth-Schel northwest of here. But so far, we haven't found any concrete evidence of his existence. If he is there, he must be deep inside the facility.

There are several ancient ruins southeast of here. We heard that a witch has made her camp in one of them, and that's one of the less dangerous ones.

More slaves are being moved through Arvud than ever before. As the Armun Ashlands get more dangerous, the mines are bleeding willing workers. So House Hlaalu doubles down on using unwilling ones.

Veredra Falvani's son Trelam is a talented sorcerer like his mother, but unfortunately he follows the cowardly Molag Bal. She has sworn that she will kill him herself if they ever cross paths again.

We heard that you have proved your worth to the Prince and were rewarded with Mehrunes' Razor. Well done, %PCName.

Mehrunes' Razor is a powerful artifact of our Prince, an ebony dagger that is said to kill any foe in a single strike. We do not know about its whereabouts and if it has a wielder.

You wield the Daedric Crescent, %PCClass? Impressive. Carry it well in the service of Mehrunes Dagon.

There are whispers that one Daedric Crescent survived the fall of the Battlespire. Every loyal solder of Prince Mehrunes Dagon would be honored to wield this blade.

There are a few mines strewn throughout the Armun Ashlands. Ushu-Kur Mine west of Arvud, owned by Hlaalu Councilman Tholer Andas, is probably the most important one.

A gang called the Vyper Blades has made their camp on a clifftop overlooking the Armun Ashlands northwest of here. Doesn't look like House Hlaalu will send troops to clear them out anytime soon.

If at all possible, try reaching a safe settlement before an ashstorm hits. That's when the bandits hide in their caves and the real threat stalks the Armun.

We've heard reports of bandits pretending to be stranded travelers. Be careful whom you offer your help out there.

We discovered that a group of Ashlander witches, called mabrigashes, has taken over the ancient stronghold of Volenfaryon to the southeast of here. Be careful if you're heading that way, %PCClass.

Ga'Nahiru, the biggest and strongest crowned kagouti in the ashlands, has finally been slain.

There are tales of a ferocious crowned kagouti called Ga'Nahiru roaming the ashlands. Many hunters have gone after it, but none ever triumphed over the beast.

%Name has spoken with a few of the miners around here, and they can barely muster the strength to have a drink after a hard days work. What they're getting paid can't be worth it.

I've spoken with a few of the miners around here, and they can barely muster the strength to have a drink after a hard days work. What they're getting paid can't be worth it.

Fewer and fewer caravans make the dangerous journey through the Armun Ashlands, especially on the western road between Bodrum and Kragenmoor. It doesn't even have a caravanserei to take on supplies partway through the trip.

If you encounter a lone traveler in an ash storm, run. More likely than not that's a vampire on the hunt.

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BEGIN TR MAP4 UMAN RUMORS

Erishanu Ramaran, who lives quite a bit north of here, swears he hears odd sounds coming out of Romavel Ancestral Tomb. I don't doubt he hears odd voices, living all alone in that shack on the cliff.

The Hlaalu are frightfully close to controlling the road that links Uman with Bodrum through the Armun Ashlands. But just between you and me, I know that the Redoran recently sent a garrison to solidify their control over the road. They're supposedly based out of one of those ancient Velothi towers.

I know no reason for anyone decent to visit a Malacath shrine. So why did I see Derana Galvith making her way down to Ald Uman?

The patrols say that the iron weapons the Iron Claw goblins forge are growing steadily more refined and dangerous. It wasn't enough that the creatures seem to be multiplying like cliff racers.

A gang of bandits have made camp on the mountain trail that leads south of here. Looks like folks will have to take the long way to Kragenmoor.

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BEGIN GOL MOK RUMORS

I heard Drala Hlaren is trying to leave town. It's a shame she doesn't have any opportunities elsewhere, though; she'll probably stay in Gol Mok.

Bol Salvani spends all day watching for his shipments of liquor to be delivered. If Gol Mok were any busier that might cut into his productivity.

I wonder what's inside that Dwemer ruin near Bal Foyen.

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I hear Llananu Raran has been hounded day and night by this Vanith fellow. Garvs Anrayn has been trying to get him to leave, but to no avail. Garvs might be trying to act friendly to the locals, but I wouldn't be surprised if he's getting ready to call the guards any minute now.

Llananu Raran might take an extended leave from Indal-ruhn soon to visit her family in Narsis. Not that anyone would miss her, mind you.

The guards at the Oran Plantation are looking for a runaway slave. They say the lizard bashed one of them on the head and ran off. We'll make sure to be on the lookout for the scaly fetcher. Maybe Atran Oran will post a reward for his capture.

I hear Pjerulf has been getting friendly with the Oran Plantation's slaves. He works in the fields with them, which by itself is perfectly fine. Many Dunmer from the village earn extra coin picking crops when the plantations need extra hands. But we know better than to socialize with catmen and lizards, especially those that belong to the Oran family. That fool Nord is asking for trouble.

Well, this isn't really the most exciting piece of gossip, but I've certainly noticed an uptick in pilgrims coming through here recently. Some are familiar faces, but most are entirely new to us. I suppose Temple pilgrims following Veloth's Path isn't unusual, but the frequency of passersby has caused a bit of a stir in our little community as of late.

I hear that I'm a damn handsome man, if I do say so myself. Not that anyone would know on account of my helmet, but it's true.

A family of Orcs came through here recently on their way north. Very uncouth. I'm glad they didn't stay for long.

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I hear Rulvam Helseri had a terrible quarrel with his younger brother, Salrym. Supposedly the two disagreed about the future of their late father's farmhouse. You can find it up on a hill to the southeast of Oran Manor.

Dels Ravyn, the plantation foreman, is looking to replace his household slave. The lizard broke her neck tripping down the stairs by accident. Only, some say it wasn't an accident at all. I guess anything's possible.

Someone said they saw a band of War Ordinators scaling the mountains northwest of here. I wonder what they were after.

A rather jumpy Imperial taxman was traveling through the farmland not so long ago. He was headed to Indal-ruhn, but I hear he is currently hiding in the Passur-Sur Lookout thinking that someone was out to rob him.

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Rumors? Out here? You've got to be kidding me.

Bandits killed Damilo Borovel. Captain Nirpus Duro can't spare the men to track them down and bring them to justice, so he's looking for a mercenary to do the job. You can find the captain in the guard tower.

A Dunmer sorcerer came through here heading for the ancient stronghold of Volenfaryon to the northwest. He didn't say what he is hoping to accomplish there.

Were you outside for that last ash storm? %Name still feels it stinging %Name's eyes. Maybe %Name should consider moving to the Aanthirin.

Were you outside for that last ash storm? I think I still feel it stinging my eyes. Maybe I should consider moving to the Aanthirin.

Have you noticed anything odd about some people? Be careful, sera, sleep with one eye open. Vampire attacks have been on the rise recently.

One of the deep tunnels collapsed and flooded. Poor Joscus' body is still down there.

One of the deep tunnels collapsed and flooded. Poor Joscus' body is still down there.

No one wants to talk about it, but we haven't discovered any new ore veins in ages. And if there's not enough iron to make a good profit, the Hlaalu will have no use for us.

Some of the miners are worried that the Hlaalu are going to replace us with slaves and have the Empire ship us back to Cyrodiil. Tryr has vowed not to let that happen. Not yet, anyway.

We don't get a lot of rumors here.

I haven't heard any rumors, outlander. The wastelands are eerily quiet.

I've got nothing to say to you.

Rumors flow from the House Dunmer like flame from a shalk. One dying mercenary I treated claimed to have heard otherworldly noises echoing off the mountains to the east. Perhaps these were ramblings of a collapsing mind. Perhaps not.

Dark tales drift to us from the north. I see an old dead mine, and a raw red shadow in its depths.

We sit at the tomb of our forefathers. But why? Perhaps the Ashkhan intends to die here.

Some say the House Dunmer plan to drive us from these lands once and for all. Others say they mean to make settled mer of us, and to twist us into their shapes over generations. So long as I live, neither shall come to pass.

It is beneath an Ashkhan to trade rumors. I guide the Ishanuran only along the pathways of certainty. Truth has more value in these lands than gold, outlander.

Daedric ruins lie to the northwest and southwest. We avoid these places, and you should too.

The wind carries echoes of fearful cries from the western road. The vampires of this land grow bold indeed, and an outlander caravan is no more. We fear for the small tribes living beyond the Deep Elf places of Barzamthuand and Khadumzunch.

I have heard that there's a Telvanni Dust Adept wandering around in the Armun wasteland. They say that he is looking for the crystal labyrinth of Sehutu. The Dust Adept was last seen southwest of Volenfaryon.

The House Dunmer of Hlaalu are mining iron north of the Ishanuran camp. They would be wise to leave that place.

There are whispers that the dark sisters of Volenfaryon have become restless. Some say they wish to make war upon the Ishanuran.

Young Dravil got himself killed. It was only a matter of time, I suppose. He was always picking fights with caravaners and outlanders.

I hear young Dravil tried to pick a fight with you. You did well to walk away. That boy is a damn fool. One of these days he'll pick up a fight with the wrong person.

Young Dravil has been drinking ever since he got sacked and is in a foul mood. The locals know to leave him be, but one of these days he'll pick up a fight with the wrong outsider.

Lady Balvene Uvayn's guards were just asking around about someone who matched your description. It seems the lady of Uvayn Manor wants to see you at once.

Caravans and wayfarers often go missing in the ashlands, especially out west. These last few weeks have been unusually bad. Violent Ashlanders short on provisions, I'll bet, though we've always had problems in this region with vampires.

Caravans and wayfarers often go missing in the ashlands, especially out west. These last few weeks have been unusually bad. Violent Ashlanders short on provisions, I'll bet, though we've always had problems in this region with vampires.

It seems that old Kuvat Ummanu's luck has turned. He's no longer begging out on the street. Some kind stranger gave him money so he could rent a room.

Kuvat Ummanu is out on the street begging again. Whoever gives that old caravan raider any gold is a damn fool, if you ask %Name.

Kuvat Ummanu is out on the street begging again. Whoever gives that old caravan raider any gold is a damn fool, if you ask me.

If you ask me, Galvur Irano has lost all credibility. What kind of a slave trader cannot tell a difference between a cat and an elf?

Galvur Irano has a new lot of slaves for sale. He says they are Khajiit, only they look an awful lot like Bosmer to me. I guess the slave trader knows his cats better than I do, though.

Atriban Deras is back! Thank you for helping him, outlander.

Atriban Deras, who was missing, has miraculously returned. Some say that his mind might have gotten a bit damaged, since he keeps saying he turned into a shalk and back.

It seems Atriban Deras is going to live in the wild. That's not the worst thing that could happen.

It seems Atriban Deras has gone missing for good. That's a shame. Without an alchemist our town is surely in for some hard times.

Atriban Deras, the alchemist and a good friend of mine, hasn't been in his shop for a while. I wonder if he's sick.

Atriban Deras, the alchemist, hasn't been in his shop for a while. Everyone wonders if he's sick.

A man going by the name of Vildaryn Terano passed through Arvud not too long ago. An odd creature... Barely talked to anyone. Made his way northwest, deep into the wilderness. I wonder what he was up to.

Slave trade has been a part of our way of life for centuries, but lately the radical abolitionist voices have gotten stronger. Outlanders, the lot of them. Caravans often transport slaves, so they pose a threat to us. They would like to see me and other honest, hard-working Dunmer to go out of business.

Slave trade has been a part of our way of life for centuries, but lately the radical abolitionist voices have gotten stronger. Outlanders, the lot of them. They would like to see me and other honest, hard-working Dunmer to go out of business.

The bandits that raided the Hlaalu caravan a while back have been dealt with. It's good to know that these parts aren't completely lawless.

Bandits raided a Hlaalu slave caravan just outside Arvud. Valuable cargo was lost.

I hear the Ishanuran tribe have camp beyond the hills west of Arvud. It could mean trouble for the mining operation there.

I hear the Ishanuran tribe have camp beyond the hills west of Arvud. It could mean trouble for the Hlaalu mining operation there. The Ashlanders don't always get along with us civilized Dunmer.

Did you hear about the bloodbath in the manor? Serjo Vendel Othreleth and his servant simply went berserk. They tried to assassinate lady Balvene Uvayn, or so I've heard.

I hear some con artists tried to steal lady Balvene Uvayn's jewels, but that they were caught and dealt with.

I hear our governor, lady Balvene Uvayn, is planning a wedding with the serjo from the south.

A fancily dressed serjo from the south is staying as a guest in Uvayn Manor. I wonder what's his business here in Arvud.

Do you know about the crowned kagouti, %PCClass? Spears and swords are like twigs against their hides.

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BEGIN TR MAP4 BODRUM RUMORS

No, I haven't heard any rumors. It can be hard to get the news when you can't get out of bed.

Rumors, huh? We don't have use for nosy gossips in these parts, outlander.

This is a quiet little town, and we like Bodrum that way, outlander. We don't have any rumors that would interest an adventurer like you.

I heard Rarvela Ramaran hired another mercenary to help out with the kobold problem at Neleni-Shalsar egg mine, but they never came back.

A Hlaalu prisoner recently escaped the jail at Ramaran Manor. The guards went mad and searched every nook and cranny for her, but to no avail. The prisoner wasn't even anyone important, it was just a matter of lost prestige.

I've seen a lot of adventurers go up to Vvardenfell, and seen just as many end up in chains as outlaws. Be careful that isn't you.

We have a visitor from the East Empire Company who has been trying to buy our quarry. A Redguard named Wesencolm. Of course, Dalam Ramaran told him that the mine is the ancestral property of House Redoran and that we have no interest in his outlander money. I don't know why he hasn't left yet. He's staying here at the tradehouse.

We have a visitor from the East Empire Company who has been trying to buy our quarry. A Redguard named Wesencolm. Of course, Dalam Ramaran told him that the mine is the ancestral property of House Redoran and that we have no interest in his outlander money. I don't know why he hasn't left yet. He's staying at the tradehouse.

Mervur Moryn has been missing for several weeks now. Apparently, his parents asked a wandering adventurer to find him.

Some of the miners have come by here trying to pay in Hlaalu scrip. Those fools have no idea it's completely worthless here.

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I'm afraid I don't know much of what's going on around here.

I'm afraid I don't know much of what's going on around here.

Something horrible happened in Etana Egg Mine. They say several miners fell dead to an ancient Indoril curse.

The Hlaalu seem to have dealt with the cursed Indoril bowl in Etana Egg Mine -- it appears that eggs are being shipped out again.

The Hlaalu seem to have dealt with the cursed Indoril bowl in Etana Egg Mine -- it appears that eggs are being shipped out again.

I've heard some Hlaalu miners in Roth Roryn accidentally dug into an ancient ruin and found a cursed Indoril artifact. They say the Temple and the Hlaalu are at odds about what to do with it. If you want to know more, talk to Suramond. You'll find his house on the west side of town.

We finally got a proper inn in Omaynis. Some of the townsfolk had to discuss it with the governor for months before anything happened.

Thanks to our efforts, we finally got an inn in Omaynis. Some of us good townsfolk had to discuss it with the governor for months before anything happened.