Septimus Signus

About
Septimus is a famous author who wrote books over the Elder Scrolls looking for Dwemer artifacts he wandered out on the small glacial islands north-east of Winterhold where he proceeded to attempt to access a Dwemer contraption.He was believed to be driven insane by his own genius and the long periods away from people.

Septimus is part of the main story line, in which he gives you the quest Discerning the Transmundane which helps you with the quest Elder Knowledge. He will give you the Oghma Infinium after you complete Discerning the Transmundane and give him samples of blood from all elven races including Falmer and Orc.

Location

 * Located in Septimus Signus's Outpost.

Quests

 * Gives the quest Discerning the Transmundane.

Trivia

 * The name Septimus Signus means "the seventh of signs" in Latin.
 * Often you will be hunted by Hired Thugs. If you loot them and find a contract note, read it. It says it is signed by Septimus. Even though if he is dead. ( screenshot provided)TESV_2011-11-20_02-37-04-36.jpg. Happens mainly because you pickpocketed him.