Before the Storm (Skyrim)

Overview

 * Prerequisite: Unbound
 * Quest Giver: Hadvar
 * Reward: Studded Imperial Armor
 * Reputation Gain: N/A

Background
"Hadvar suggested that I head to the nearby town of Riverwood. His uncle is the blacksmith there and should be able to help me".

Road to Riverwood
After escaping Helgen with Hadvar (or Rolof) he will tell you that you should travel to the town of Riverwood to get some supplies from Alvor. Follow the cobblestone road until you find three Guardian Stones: The Warrior, The Mage, and The Thief. Pick one and continue following the path.

Riverwood
Once you get to Riverwood, go to Alvor, who will give you some supplies and ask you to talk to the Jarl of Whiterun and request help protecting Riverwood from Dragons.

Jarl
Once you get to the doors of Whiterun, a guard will tell you no one is allowed in due to the dragons. Tell him that you have information about the Helgen attack and he'll let you in. Go to Dragonsreach and talk to the Jarl; he'll send guards to Riverwood and give you some armor.