Rorik

Rorik is a Nord and the founder of the settlement of Rorikstead. Rorik was a soldier in the Imperial Army during the Great War, in which he commanded a force of several dozen soldiers, most of which were from the Hold of Whiterun. Unfortunately, during a battle, an Aldmeri soldier ran Rorik through with his blade, and left him to die. However, Rorik was saved by Jouane Manette, a Breton healer.

After the war, Rorik founded the settlement of Rorikstead, which consists of two small farms and an inn. Rorik, along with Jouane, resides in the inn.

In fact Rorikstead is mentioned in a book wich is thought to be older than the First Era. This could mean that either the book is newer than believed or that Rorik is not actualy founder of Rorikstead and has just taken its name.