- For other uses, see Jauffre.
- "Yes, Baurus told you right. I am the Grandmaster of the Blades. We serve the Emperor and the Septim bloodline. Talos is our patron."
- ―Jauffre[src]
Jauffre is a Breton Blade residing in the Weynon House, within the Weynon Priory. He is the grandmaster of the Blades.
Biography[]
Friendship with Uriel Septim[]
Having continuously proven a valuable asset to the Blades, he soon was promoted to Captain of the Palace Squadron, a group of Blades charged with the security of the Emperor within the walls of White-Gold Tower. As a captain of the Blades, he was the main guardian and became a trusted friend of Emperor Uriel Septim VII.
One night, Uriel asked for Jauffre's presence in his chambers. As Jauffre entered the room, a small basket caught his attention, for inside lay a baby boy. At once Jauffre knew that the boy was the son of the Emperor, yet an illegitimate heir to the throne. Uriel ordered Jauffre to take the boy, Martin, to a secret location where he could grow up free from the machinations of the palace. Jauffre took upon this task unquestioningly and left the basket on the doorstep of a farmer whom he deemed appropriate. Over the course of the following years, Uriel would ask about the boy's progress from time to time.
Weynon Priory[]
Eventually, Jauffre was promoted to Grandmaster of the Blades. As he became older, Jauffre retired to live as a monk in Weynon Priory.
Personality and traits[]
- "We are honored to have Grandmaster Jauffre, or Brother Jauffre as he prefers, as a resident here."
- ―Brother Piner[src]
Jauffre was very dedicated to Uriel Septim VII and to the Empire. He held some disdain for the Elder Council, stating that they had no power over him or the other Blades members. He held the safety and regard of the land above all else and would do anything to see Tamriel free from the hordes of Oblivion. Despite his age, Jauffre was also an exceptional fighter, possessing skills akin to that of a master warrior. Wielding an Akaviri Dai-Katana and specializing in both heavy armor and magic, Jauffre is more than an average fighter capable of fighting the toughest of opponents.
Jauffre acts as a mentor to Martin and the Hero throughout the crisis and did whatever he could in the way of guidance so that the two could ultimately stop the forces of Oblivion. In the end, he was deemed a hero.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion[]
Several years later, in 3E 433, Uriel Septim was assassinated in the secret escape route out of the Imperial City. Upon learning this, Jauffre despaired until the Hero of Kvatch brought the Amulet of Kings to him. At first, Jauffre assumed the only way for the Hero to have the amulet would be if he had played a part in the murder of the Emperor, but as the Hero conveyed Uriel Septim's last words, Jauffre understood that such message could only come from the deceased ruler. Eventually, Jauffre told the Hero of Martin's whereabouts: Martin was a Priest of Akatosh in the city of Kvatch. The Hero was to travel to Kvatch and bring Martin back safely so they could seek refuge within the walls of the Blade's headquarters of Cloud Ruler Temple, and trace a plan of action to overturn the Mythic Dawn.
While the Hero was away, the Priory came under attack. Mythic Dawn assassins rushed in and attempted to kill Jauffre, who was alerted to their presence by a fellow monk's scream. Jauffre managed to defend himself and met with the Hero and a young man, who had just arrived at the Priory. Together they took care of the remaining assassins and rushed to Jauffre's study, only to find that the Amulet of Kings had been stolen. He had almost given up hope when he recognized the young man brought by the Hero as Martin, and decided to leave for Cloud Ruler Temple immediately as to ensure Martin's safety.
Oblivion Crisis[]
At Cloud Ruler Temple in northern Cyrodiil, Jauffre presented Martin to the Blades and recruited the Hero of Kvatch as a Knight Brother of the Blades. Several days later, he dispatched the Hero to meet with Baurus in the Imperial City. After the Hero had returned Jauffre sent him to kill some Mythic Dawn spies and close an Oblivion gate outside of Bruma. Jauffre would also take an integral part in making sure Martin was protected and that every effort against the Mythic Dawn was attended too.
Jauffre would then be one of the chief defenders in the Second Battle of Bruma alongside Baurus, Martin and the Hero, fighting bravely and fiercely despite his old age until the Hero would manage to close the Great Gate and claim victory for the battle. Jauffre then expresses joy at the victory, but also notes that the crisis is not yet over.
When the Hero went into Paradise, Jauffre dispatched Baurus to the Imperial City in order to tell the Elder Council of Martin and how he is the only chance that Tamriel has. When the Hero returned, Jauffre accompanied him and Martin to the Imperial City where he could light the Dragonfires and be crowned emperor.
Despite their best efforts the forces of destruction launch one final, massive assault on the Imperial City. Jauffre would take up the defense and fight once more alongside Martin, Baurus and the Hero and the group fought their way through the Imperial City. While Jauffre and Baurus fought off the hordes of Daedra, Martin and the Hero then entered the Temple of the One and saw the end of the forces of Oblivion and Mehrunes Dagon.
Jauffre arrived alongside Baurus and High Chancellor Ocato to congratulate Martin and the Hero only to discover that Martin sacrificed himself in order to defeat Mehrunes Dagon and seal the portals to Oblivion forever. He would personally congratulate the Hero and note that he was more a Champion of Tamriel than just Champion of Cyrodiil.
After the Crisis[]
Jauffre and Baurus would return to Cloud Ruler Temple where he stated gave him some sense of certainty in such uncertain times. He also notes that Martin was probably the greatest emperor who ever lived, perhaps even rivaling Tiber Septim himself. His fate after these events is unknown other than that he remained as the Grandmaster of the Blades and would see them in their future as they return to their ancient role until the next Dragonborn arises.
Interactions[]
- Allies for Bruma
- Bruma Gate
- Defense of Bruma
- Deliver the Amulet
- Find the Heir
- Light the Dragonfires
- The Path of Dawn
- Blood of the Divines
- Spies
- Weynon Priory
Dialogue[]
Show: Deliver the Amulet |
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In Weynon Priory:
"I'm Brother Jauffre. What do you want?"
"Waste no time. You must find Martin before the enemy does." |
Show: Find the Heir |
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In Weynon Priory:
"Your first priority now should be to find Martin and bring him back here."
When returning with Martin: "You're back. Thank Talos! They attacked without warning. I was praying in the Chapel when I heard Prior Maborel shout. I had just time to arm myself. The Amulet of Kings! I fear that was the target of this attack. I kept it in a secret room in Weynon House. We need to go see if it is safe."
After checking on the Amulet: "They've taken it! The Amulet of Kings is gone! The enemy has defeated us at every turn!"
"We should get moving. I won't rest easy until Martin is safe at Cloud Ruler Temple." |
Show: Joining the Blades |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"You have proven yourself a loyal servant of the Empire, as worthy as any of the Blades to stand by Martin's side during this crisis. As the Grandmaster of the Blades, I would be honored to accept you into our order. Will you join us?"
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Show: The Path of Dawn |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"It is good to be back here. It raises my spirits just to walk these ancient halls again. We will prevail. We must prevail!"
"Give my warm regards to Baurus. Tell him he should not blame himself for the Emperor's death. He did well to send you to me." After locating the shrine: "Good work locating the Shrine of Dagon. If you can retrieve the Amulet of Kings, we may yet prevail."
"May Uriel's spirit guide us in these troubled times." |
Show: Dagon Shrine |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"Thank Talos you've returned safely! Do you have the Amulet?"
If approached again: "You should talk to Martin. He'll want to see the Mysterium Xarxes right away." When passing by: "Good job tracking down the Mythic Dawn's secret shrine. We finally took the fight to the enemy." |
Show: Spies |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"I hope that Martin knows what he's doing with that evil book. I fear for what it could do to him if he's not careful."
"I'm counting on you to eliminate those spies. We can't afford to let the Mythic Dawn operate out of Bruma with impunity." After uncovering Jearl's Order: "What have you learned about the spies?"
"The plans you found make it clear that the Mythic Dawn will soon move against us here. You must eliminate their agents in Bruma." If approached again: "What have you learned about the spies?"
"Let me know when you have found and eliminated the Mythic Dawn agents in Bruma." Upon killing both spies: "What have you learned about the spies?"
"I will send word to the Countess at once of the danger to Bruma. You should speak to Martin about his progress with the Xarxes." |
Show: Blood of the Divines |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"So, Martin wants you to recover the Armor of Tiber Septim? I wish there was another way. The Armor is in the Shrine of Tiber Septim, in the catacombs beneath the ruins of Sancre Tor. A holy place, once. But Sancre Tor became evil long ago. No one has returned from the Shrine of Tiber Septim for many lifetimes."
"Stay safe." |
Show: Bruma Gate |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"I've just received word from the Countess of Bruma that an Oblivion Gate has opened outside the city. It seems that the Mythic Dawn are putting their plan to attack Bruma into action. Since you've dealt with these Gates before, I'd like you to help the Countess's guard close this gate. Once they've seen how it's done, they should be able to handle any new gates on their own."
"You should rendezvous with Captain Burd immediately. The sooner that gate is closed, the better." After closing the Gate: "Good work. Captain Burd and his guardsmen should be able to handle any additional Gates, at least for now. But the Bruma Guard cannot defend the city indefinitely. The Daedra of Oblivion are innumerable; the guardsmen of Bruma are not. We need to gather what allies we can before Bruma is hopelessly besieged. If the Mythic Dawn manages to open a Great Gate here, the city will need a stronger garrison for there to be any hope of defending it. You should speak to the rulers of the other cities of Cyrodiil, as well as the Elder Council. Ask them to send aid to Bruma before it is too late."
"You should speak to the rulers of Cyrodiil as soon as possible. The danger to Bruma is growing by the day." |
Show: Allies for Bruma |
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At Cloud Ruler Temple:
"What is it?"
"May your sword always strike true." |
Show: Defense of Bruma |
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Inside Cloud Ruler Temple:
"What is it?"
"May your sword always strike true." After accepting to start the battle: "We must protect Martin during the battle. He is the Empire's last hope." After closing the Gate: "Once you've rested and equipped, you should have Martin open the portal to Camoran's Paradise immediately. Don't give the enemy a chance to recover from their defeat." |
Show: Light the Dragonfires |
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Inside Cloud Ruler Temple:
"Time is pressing. Martin must relight the Dragonfires before the enemy can stop us."
"May Talos guide you." After speaking to Ocato: "We have to get Martin to the Temple of the One or Mehrunes Dagon has won after all." After Dagon is defeated: "A victory beyond hope! You and Martin defeated Mehrunes Dagon in the very moment of his triumph! All hail the Champion of Tamriel!"
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Conversations[]
- Cloud Ruler Temple
Cyrus: "Grandmaster, is this ... ?" Jauffre: "Yes, Cyrus. This is the Emperor's son. Martin Septim." Cyrus: "My lord! Welcome to Cloud Ruler Temple! We have not had the honor of an Emperor's visit in in many years!" Martin: "Ah, well, thank you! The honor is mine." Jauffre: "Come. Your Blades are waiting to greet you."
- Hailing Martin Septim
Jauffre: "Blades! Dark times are upon us. The Emperor and his sons were slain on our watch. The Empire is in chaos. But there is yet hope. Here is Martin Septim, true son of Uriel Septim!" Belisarius: "Hail, Dragonborn! Hail Martin Septim! Hail!" Captain Steffan: "Hail, Dragonborn! Hail Martin Septim! Hail!" Caroline: "Hail, Dragonborn! Hail Martin Septim! Hail!" Cyrus: "Hail, Dragonborn! Hail Martin Septim! Hail!" Jena: "Hail, Dragonborn! Hail Martin Septim! Hail!" Roliand: "Hail, Dragonborn! Hail Martin Septim! Hail!" Jauffre: "Your Highness. The Blades are at your command. You will be safe here until you can take up your throne." Martin: "Jauffre. All of you. I know you all expect me to be Emperor. I'll do my best. But this is all new to me. I'm not used to giving speeches. But I wanted you to know that I appreciate your welcome here. I hope I prove myself worthy of your loyalty in the coming days. That's it. Thank you." Jauffre: "Well, then. Thank you, Martin. We'd all best get back to our duties, eh, Captain?"
- Defense of Bruma
Jauffre: "With all due respect, sire, there must be another way. The risk is too great!" Martin Septim: "I know the risk. I was at Kvatch. But there is no other way. We have no choice." Jauffre: "The Countess will never agree to it..." Martin Septim: "She will. She must." Jauffre: "Very well. The Blades are, as always, at your disposal."
Quotes[]
Quote | Audio |
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"The Amulet of Kings is the key to everything now." | |
"I fear that the Amulet was the target of this attack. Go and see if it is safe!" | |
"With the Amulet taken by the enemy, we must get Martin to safety at Cloud Ruler Temple." | |
"He will not be forgotten. He goes to Aetherius to join the other fallen heroes of the Blades." | |
"I'm glad to have Baurus here. He guards Martin night and day. His way of atoning for the death of Emperor Uriel, I suppose." | |
"You wonder to find me here? Discretion is our watchword. Only a few of us have the honor to serve publicly in the Imperial Guard." | |
"Cloud Ruler Temple was built long ago, by the founders of the Blades, back in the days of Reman Cyrodiil." | |
"This place was built by Reman Cyrodiil's Akaviri Dragonguard, at the founding of the Second Empire." | |
"Once Martin uses the Amulet of Kings to light the Dragonfires, the barriers between Oblivion and Tamriel will be restored." | |
"The coronation of each new Emperor is sealed when he uses the Amulet of Kings to light the Dragonfires in the Temple of the One." | |
"With Emperor Uriel dead and no successor crowned, the Temple of the One will be dark for the first time in centuries." | |
"I believe that Martin's sacrifice sealed the gates of Oblivion forever. Tamriel no longer needs the protection of the Dragonfires." | |
"The Elder Council has been governing the Empire since the Emperor's murder. They will be overjoyed to have an heir to crown." | |
"If the Mythic Dawn manages to open a Great Gate here, the city will need a stronger garrison for there to be any hope of defending it." | |
"Time is pressing. Martin must relight the Dragonfires before the enemy can stop us." | |
"I hope Martin knows what to do now. I will die by his side, if this is the end." | |
"You must enter the portal to Camoran's Paradise and reclaim the Amulet of Kings!" | |
"We must protect Martin during the battle. He is the Empire's last hope." | |
"I hope Martin knows what he's doing with that evil book. I fear for what it could do to him if he's not careful." | |
"As the Grandmaster of the Blades, I would be honored to accept you into our order. Will you join us?" | |
"The Great God of All made a covenant with St. Alessia. So long as a true heir ruled the Empire, the Great God swore to protect the Empire." | |
"The very foundation of the Empire is the bond between god and emperor." | |
"Against all hope, Martin cast him back into Oblivion! He will not trouble our world for long years to come." | |
"The Emperor's words-- "Close shut the jaws of Oblivion"-- certainly suggest that he perceived some threat from Oblivion." | |
"The Amulet of Kings is ancient. Saint Alessia herself received it from the gods. It is a holy relic of great power." | |
"It may be that the Dragonfires protected us from a threat that only the Emperor was aware of." | |
"I cannot believe that the attack on Kvatch is a coincidence. The enemy seem to know all our secrets." | |
"Nowhere is truly safe against the power arrayed against us. But we must play for time, at least..." | |
"The four mightiest Blades of Tiber Septim's day, Alain, Valdemar, Rielus, and Casnar, went to Sancre Tor and never returned." | |
"I had hoped for more help. The Empire will stand or fall with Bruma! Have all the other cities abandoned us?" |
Trivia[]
- It is possible for Jauffre to be killed on a handful of occasions throughout the main questline, along with Baurus. He can die either during the Battle for Bruma, or during the seige in the Imperial City. This does not affect the Hero's ability to complete the quest, though it does remove several unique dialogue options throughout the main questline.
- Some of Jauffre's dialogue has been recorded by Wes Johnson, the voice of the male Imperials in the game.[1]
Bugs[]
This section contains bugs related to Jauffre (Oblivion). Before adding a bug to this list, consider the following:
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- 360 PS3 For some unknown reason, when the quest "Defense of Bruma" is started, Jauffre and a few guards may become hostile towards the Hero after Countess Narina Carvain is done talking in the chapel.
- If Jauffre dies, his body never disappears, as it is considered a quest item.
Appearances[]
- The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
- The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Mobile
- The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (mentioned only)[2]
- The Elder Scrolls Legends: Jaws of Oblivion