Saashi is the Khajiit loremaster of the Town who appears after being rescued by the Fugitive. She aids in discovering the cause of the fire that ruined the town.
A scholar is rumoured to be in the area. The Fugitive has to find him in order to translate the runes found on a stone tablet in the Ayleid Ruins of the town.
Saashi has information from M'jaddah regarding the River Snake.
Dialogue[]
Show: The Greencap Bandits
"Mmh... You do not look like one of the Bloodfall Queen's mercenaries. Have you come to rescue Khajiit?"
Depends. Are you the Loremaster?"That is what the townsfolk call this one, but Khajiit's name is Saashi. What is your name, Warrior?"
My name is Fugitive (Player name)."That is a nice name. Saashi is pleased to meet you, Fugitive (Player name). Many thanks, Fugitive (Player name). Saashi is in your debt."
"Saashi is saddened by the devastation here. The Founder's Statue that got destroyed... Did you know it was created back in the First Era? Why would anyone destroy such an ancient artifact?"
Maybe the answer is in the tunnels below the town..."Tunnels? What tunnels?"
The villagers found them while clearing out the rubble."Those galleries were likely built by the Ayleids themselves! We have to go down there to see what we can find."
I'll go first, and make sure it’s safe."Yes, that's probably for the best!"
"Please tell Saashi when you have explored the tunnels!"
I'm ready to go."Good! Be careful down there!"
Yes, I will."All right, then."
After exploring:
"So, what did you find?"
An ancient tomb, lots of undead, and an empty sarcophagus."An... Ayleid sarcophagus?"
Looked pretty old, but it was opened only recently."It is possible there was some sort of warding enchantment on the statue. Destroying the statue would have broken the spell, and released whatever was trapped in there. That would explain the burst of magick energy that people witnessed. Saashi will see for herself to find out more. Now that it is safe. By the way, old Henrik Seven-Swords was looking for you earlier. You should go seek him out near the West Gate."
If approached again:
"Saashi will be sure to relay what is discovered down there. Do not forget to talk to Henrik Seven-Swords. It seemed rather important."
Show: The Name of Evil
"Ah, Fugitive (Player name)! Saashi has made much progress regarding the Ayleid crypt under the town. First, Saashi learned who was buried in the tomb. An ancient Ayleid Sorcerer-King, ruler over these lands back in the First Era. Little is known of him. His successor went to great length to have him erased from historical records. Saashi could not even learn his name. It seems, though, that he was a powerful necromancer. That... might explain why the tomb is empty..."
Interesting...anything else?"But this, this is exciting: inspecting the burial chamber, Saashi found a secret lever that opened the large door. There is a whole other section of the tomb to explore! Saashi hopes to find more about the identity of the Sorcerer-King in the unexplored chambers."
You're right, I'll go."Saashi will accompany you, show you the door that opened."
Let me know what you find."... but what if there are more monsters? Saashi is not a fighter! But please, allow this one to show you the door that opened."
If refused at first:
"So, the tomb was definitely that of a powerful and feared Ayleid wizard... Saashi hopes to find more about the identity of the Sorcerer-King in the unexplored chambers."
You're right, I'll go."Saashi will accompany you, show you the door that opened."
Let me know what you find."... but what if there are more monsters? Saashi is not a fighter! But please, allow this one to show you the door that opened."
After agreeing to explore:
"Is Fugitive (Player name) ready to explore the second part of the Ayleid crypt?"
I was just on my way to it."Look out for any clues regarding the Sorcerer-King's real name. Or anything else, really."
I've been busy with other matters."Saashi understands. This does seem important, however."
In the ruins:
"Saashi stumbled upon a door, and seems to have found a whole other section to the tomb. This appears to lead to the entrance of the tomb. Saashi believes we arrived at the end, if that makes sense. Is Fugitive (Player name) ready to see what is out there?"
As ready as I'll ever be."Excellent. Saashi will wait for you here."
If approached again:
"Be thorough; explore everywhere. Saashi is sure there is information about the Sorcerer-King somewhere."
After finding the stone tablets in the ruins:
"Fugitive (Player name), you are back! Did you find anything new down there?"
I found these inscribed stone tablets."You did? Wonderful! They must have quite the story to tell... Saashi will begin deciphering them right away. In the meantime, perhaps Fugitive (Player name) could ask the Town Elder if he needs anything? Dear old Junius is too proud to ask for help."
After completing the quest:
"Saashi will send word as soon as the stone tablets have been translated."
Show: A Tale of Two Brothers
"Good news! This one managed to learn the name of the Socerer-King: Celemaril Light-Bringer."
That doesn't sound so bad..."Not sure his people agreed with that. His own brother, Valentis, led a rebellion against him. He and the other Ayleid kings managed to stop the Sorcerer-King and bind him magically. Saashi is fairly certain the statue destroyed by the Queen's men was of Valentis. This one has found Valentis' final resting place. Perhaps there are runic inscriptions in the burial chamber... Up for a bit of tomb robbing?"
I'm on it."Good. Saashiu cannot wait to see what there is to be found!"
Not right now."Well, Saashi is sure the Sorcerer-King is not, say, busy amassing power or anything..."
If approached again:
"Ready to explore Valentis' romb?"
In the ruins:
"This tomb looks a lot like the Sorcerer-King's, does it not? It does make sense. They were built during the same era, probably by the same architect. It certainly is just as...creepy."
I take it you'll wait here?"Fugitive (Player name) should go ahead... Saashi will follow at a distance, where it is safer, and meet you in the burial chamber."
You stay here, it's safer."Saashi will follow from a distance, and meet Fugitive (Player name) in the burial chamber."
If approached again:
"Khajiit is sorry. This one knows you take all the risks... But Saash is a scholar, not a fighter."
After fully exploring the Ayleid tomb and finding Valentis' burial chamber:
"You did it, Fugitive (Player name), you found Valentis' burial chamber. This mural, it's...mesmerizing. Look, there's the Sorcerer-King! And this relates to how Valentis fought back his brother's undead forces. Here he is shown binding the Sorcerer-King in his tomb...somehow. Let's copy those runes and go...I feel like someone's watching us."
If approached again:
"Khajiit is ready to return to the Town (Town name) when Fugitive (Player name) is."
Back in the town:
"That was quite the adventure, was it not?"
Nothing we couldn't handle."This one had time to look over the tablets while we were traveling back here. Come speak with this one when you're ready to hear what has been found, yes?"
Show: Secrets of the Ayleids
"Saashi has made progress on the runes. As suspected, it is a retelling of the struggle between the Sorcerer-King, his brother, and their allies. In the end the brother prevailed, but regrettably, Saashi cannot decipher the last sentence."
So, what now?"Khajiit knows of a scholar who may be able to help. His name is Telarendil, an expert in the ancient Ayleid language. He's currently studying some old ruins not too far from here. You should seek him out at once!"
Sounds like a plan."Excellent. Saashi is sure he will be able to help."
I have other things to do first."Do not wait too long, or he might be gone."
If refused at first:
"That scholar could certainly help with those runes... You should seek him out at once!"
After accepting to find the scholar:
"You should get going to meet that scholar."
Show: The Justiciar Cometh
"Ah, you have returned! And with a translation of the runes, no less! Please, allow Saashi a look... Oh. Oh my... Could this possibly be correct? There was actually an Elder Scroll in that statue?!"
That's what it says, anyway."An Elder Scroll... Right here... The implications of this are... enormous! This one needs some time to... fully comprehend what all this means... Also, Fugitive (Player name) should know that a group of Thalmor has arrived in town. They are questioning everyone in their typically unpleasant way."
What are they asking?"Apparently they are looking for some sort of criminal or murderer. This one lacks those details. They will probably want to talk to you, too. Their leader's name is Aranade. They are... difficult to miss."
Show: The Missing Scroll
"Khajiit one is calm now. This one regrets losing her composure, but... an Elder Scroll..."
It has to be the scroll the Queen's men found."If that is the case, we absolutely need to make sure the Sorcerer-King does not get his hands on it! That would explain why the queen is being raided by undead. We have to get it back!"
She might give it to us if I ask her."Are you two on friendly terms now, or perhaps this one has missed something?"
It's nothing like that."Well, you should definitely ask her then. What does Fugitive (Player name) think?"
Any idea how?"Maybe if the Queen is asked nicely...?"
It's worth a shot."Just please keep this one informed."
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. So, have you heard anything about the Sorcerer-King's lair so far?"
Not yet."All right. Let this one know when you find something... Please tell this one when the Bloodfall Queen has answered about the scroll..."
After speaking to the Queen:
"You have returned! So? How did it go?"
Someone stole the Scroll from them."Hmm. Saashi assumed as much."
We were attacked by necromancers."Well, now it is known where the undead are coming from."
"It seems safe to assume the Sorcerer-King has the scroll, or will have it soon. If the Sorcerer-King is back, then he is likely gathering forces somewhere. We need to find his lair and figure out what we are up against. So, have you heard anything about the Sorcerer-King's lair so far?"
Not yet."All right. Let this one know when you find something..."
Show: The Lair of the Sorcerer-King
"If the Socerer-King is back, then he is likely gathering forces somewhere. We need to find his lair and figure out what we are up against. We need to ask around town. Perhaps someone has heard of undead attacks in the region."
I'll get right to it."Good. Let this one know as soon as you hear something."
After speaking to the townsfolk:
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. What have you found so far?"
I guess I'll have to keep asking."Let me know if you find anything else."
After completing a number of locations, Saashi will mention a Dunmer trader:
"Ah, but this reminds me. The traveling Dunmer merchant, Arven Dalas, is back in town. If anyone knows about what is going on in the realm, it is him!"
I'll ask him if he's heard about this."What have you found so far?"
I guess I'll have to keep asking."Do not forget to ask Arven Dalas, the traveling merchant."
Show: The Howling Caves
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. What have you found so far?"
Varro Matius mentioned the Howling Caves."You should investigate."
I'll leave at once."Good luck, friend!"
In a little while."Do not wait too long, now..."
If approached again:
"What have you found so far?"
I'll go explore the Howling caves."Good luck, friend!"
After exploring the caves:
"So? Was it the Howling Caves?"
No. And they weren't howling."Saashi sometimes wonders how these places come by such names."
Show: Journey to Fort Cassynder
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. What have you found so far?"
The Bloodfall Queen's envoy mentioned Fort Cassynder..."Never liked that place... Is Fugitive (Player name) up for it?"
Only one way to find out."That is the spirit!"
I guess it can wait."That is your call to make, my friend."
If approached again:
"What have you found so far?"
I'll should go to Fort Cassynder."That is the spirit!"
After clearing the Fort:
"How did it go at Fort Cassynder?"
The Lich wasn't there."Saashi supposes we will just have to keep looking."
Show: Hangman's Wood
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. What have you found so far?"
Constantia told me rumors about Hangman's Wood."Never liked that place... Is Fugitive (Player name) up for it?"
I'm not afraid, I'll go right now."Watch your back out there..."
I think I need to prepare a bit more before I go."Saashi does not blame you. Much."
If approached again:
"What have you found so far?"
I'll go check out Hangman's Wood."Watch your back out there."
After clearing Hangman's Wood:
"Did you find the Lich in Hangman's Wood?"
No, just spriggans and trolls."Perhaps this will not be as easy as Saashi thought..."
Show: The Ruins of Niryastare
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. What have you found so far?"
The Thalmor seem to think the ruins of Niryastare are haunted."These Thalmor may not be very... Agreeable. But Saashi does not see why they would lie."
I'll go find out."That way we will know for sure."
I can think of a few reasons..."All right, whatever you say."
If approached again:
"What have you found so far?"
I should visit the ruins of Niryastare."Be careful out there..."
After clearing the ruins:
"Was there anything in the ruins of Niryastare?"
Some undead, but no Liches."Just our luck... Do not forget to check with Arven Dalas, the traveling merchant. He may have heard something..."
Show: The Haunted Forest
"We need to find the Lich's lair and do some reconnaissance around it. What have you found so far?"
The traveling merchant says he's heard strange screams coming from Drachurst Keep."He has? We should go! Rather... Saashi meansthe Fugitive (The Fugitive's name)should go."
I'm on my way."Saashi has a good feeling about this one..."
I'll get around to it."Keep this one informed."
After retrieving the Scroll:
"See? Khajiit knew this was the right one! And you found the Elder Scroll, too! That is amazing. Saashi must admit, it is tempting to open it and peek inside..."
Won't you go blind?"You are probably right. It might be worth it, though."
Let's deal with the Sorcerer-King first."You are right. The secrets of the universe will have to wait."
"Now that you have recovered the Elder Scroll, it is only a matter of time before the Sorcerer-King comes to take it back."
It'll take some time before he's ready."We need to move quickly. This town cannot withstand an undead assault."
"Saashi once met someone while travelling... They might know how to use the Elder Scrolls against the Sorcerer-King. You might not be too keen on taking to him, though."
Why is that?"Well... he is a dragon. Shulkunaak. This one recognized his name in those runic inscriptions."
You met a dragon?"It is a long story. But Saashi promises to tell once this is all over. This one believes he can help figure it out. If he does not kill you first, that is."
All right, let's go then."Saashi will start packing."
I need to think about it."This one understands, but... it may be our only hope at this point."
Show: Facing the Dragon
"Shulkunaak helped bind the Sorcerer-King back when he was first defeated. This one believes he can help figure it out. If he does not kill you first, that is."
All right, let's go then."Saashi will start packing."
I need to think about it."This one understands, but... it may be our only hope at this point."
If approached again:
"The dragon Shulkunaak should be somewhere in this cave complex. Just please, be respectful when you meet him. This one would be very sad if he ended up eating you." "Is Fugitive (Player name) having second thoughts? We could always go back to the Town (Town name)..."
Upon arriving in the cave:
"The dragon Shulkunaak should be somewhere in this cave complex. Just please, be respectful when you meet him. This one would be very sad if he ended up eating you." "Are you having second thoughts? We could always go back to town..."
You sound surprised..."Surprised? Of... Of course not. Saashi is simply relieved to see Fugitive (Player name) in one piece, and... well, relatively unburned. So, how did it go? Did you kill the dragon? How big was he? Did he tell you how to defeat the Sorcerer-King?"
Whoa, easy...I'll tell you all on the way back."Yes, apologies. Saashi is excited. Let us return home."
If approached again:
"Ready to go? Saashi cannot wait to hear all about the encounter with Shulkunaak!"
Show: The Treasure Hunter
"This one still cannot believe you were able to defeat Shulkunaak."
Now we know how to bind the Sorcerer-King."You are right, of course. At least now we have a fighting chance. Also, this one *may* have overheard Fugitive (Player name)'s conversation with Shulkunaak..."
You did?"Saashi will keep your secret safe."
Thank you, I appreciate it."Finding all that is needed to defeat the Sorcerer-King is going to be a challenge. Saashi does not know where to find the ritual incantation. Fugitive (Player name) will have to ask around.
All right, I'll do that."Saashi may know someone who could help with the crown, though. His name is M'jaddah. He is an expert in ancient Ayleid artifacts. A treasure hunter."
"Saashi still believes the treasure hunter is the best chance for finding the crown."
After accepting the quest:
"The Treasure Hunter lives quite far from here. You should set out as soon as you can."
After going to Ma'jaddah:
"How did it go?"
I managed to get the info."
I walked right into a trap!"This one is sorry about that. My cousin never was very... trustworthy. At least we can figure out where to go next!"
Also, the Queen's mage is a necromancer spy."Really? We should probably warn her about that..."
Good idea, I'll go."This one hopes it's not too late..."
Show: The Ayleid Crown
"We have yet to find the Crown or the ritual Incantation."
Which should we go for?"There's a lead for the crown."
Let's go for it, then."Okay, stay safe Fugitive (Player name)!"
I need to think about it."Fair enough. Let Saashi know what you decide."
After recovering the crown:
"So far we found the Sorcerer-King's Crown... We are still missing the ritual. We should look for that old enchanter, he might be able to help us with the ritual Incantation."
I agree."All right. Good luck, Fugitive (Player name)!"
I need to think about it."Fair enough. Let Saashi know what you decide."
"Did Saashi hear correctly? The Greencap bandits have a spy in town?"
I'm afraid so."These bandits are bad news. Rumor has it their leader cares not for money, just inflicting pain and misery. What is Fugitive (Player name) planning to do?"
Look for suspicious people in town."Have you found any yet?"
Theodor Gorlash is pretty strange."Who? Saashi has never head this name before, sorry."
We're still looking."Very well, keep this one informed, yes?"
"Good luck finding the Varla Stones. You will need it. We've already found the crown, so... We might as well go for the Incantation, since we know where to find it..."
I agree."All right. Good luck, Fugitive (Player name)!"
I need to think about it."Fair enough. Let Saashi know what you decide."
When back in the town:
"You are back! This one is so relieved! You found the ritual incantation, yes?"
That, and more."Oh? Do tell, please!"
We must rebuild the Founder's statue."Let Saashi guess: we must put the Elder Scroll inside, yes?"
That, and five Varla Stones."This will be no easy task, Varla stones are quite rare! Ah, no matter. Fugitive (Player name) can do it, Saashi is sure of it! You should go talk to Junius, he'll want to know about rebuilding the Founder's statue..."
"Good luck finding the Varla Stones. You will need it."
After obtaining the Stones:
"Excellent! You brought back the Varla Stones!"
It wasn't easy."That is why you are a hero, my friend! This one thinks we have found all we need...."
What's next?"This one thinks we have found all we need...."
Show: Wrath of the Sorcerer-King
"It is happening! The Sorcerer-King is coming! Hordes of undead are amassing near the Arena north of town! Saashi will be ready to begin the ritual as soon as you defeat the Sorcerer-King!"
It's on!"Send those demons back to Oblivion, Fugitive (Player name)!
I need to get prepared first."Better hurry then!
After starting the quest:
"You must go back to defeat the Sorcerer-King! Saashi will begin to recite the incantation as soon as you do."
I'm going right now!
I need to do something else first."We are all relying on you!"
After defeating the Sorcerer-King:
"You've done it! This one still can't believe this is really happening. Although these eyes have seen the ruins, the undead, the glow of magic in the arena... it is surreal. This used to be a quiet town with nothing but a mysterious statue to distinguish us."
What's next for you?"An account must be made of what has passed. Never has this one had something so important to record. Perhaps things will return to normal now... though it somehow feels like they won't."
"We did it! The Sorcerer-King has been defeated and bound, for a couple more millennia at least!"
And then...?"And then... He will be someone else's problem. Let future heroes deal with it! I think we have earned the right to rest a little, don't you think?"
I suppose so."Glad to hear you say it!"
If approached again:
"You know, perhaps one day in the future another loremaster will read our adventures, yes? This one feels happy just thinking about it."
If approached again:
"Khajiit has nothing new to share. Return and see Saashi later, when there may be news."
What else could it be?"Bandits? Ogres? Hm... This one will go to the first village and ask Sorine to come with her. If it was a dragon, there may be clues left behind. Will you join us?"
I'll meet you there."Wonderful. We will certainly feel safer that way."
"By the moons! Are you all right? You seem a bit singed!"
I fought the dragon."Yes, Saashi saw everything from her hiding spot. You managed to drive it away! Perhaps it thought you were going to be an easy prey, yes? This is very troubling. Let us return to town at once."
Back in town:
"Well, at least one cannot say life is boring here. Thank you for helping this one, and for fighting off that dragon. Khajiit will visit Shulkunaak, to see if he knows anything that might help us. In the meantime, stay vigilant..."
Show: Resolution
"Is everything all right, Warrior? You look troubled."
Azzin wants to kill Shulkunaak."Ah. And he wants you to help him, yes? Will you do it?"
It's my sworn duty."But the Blades no longer exist. You are no longer bound to them"
You're right. I'm not."Perhaps you should go and warn Shulkunaak? He did help us against the Sorcerer-King."
It's not that simple."This one cannot choose for you. Only you can."
I don't know."This seems uncalled for. Shulkunaak is no threat, and he helped us against the Sorcerer-King. Can't you talk Azzin out of it?"
I doubt it."Then perhaps you should warn the dragon that Azzin is coming for him."
Maybe I will."You should go before Azzin leaves, then."
"Shulkunaak may be a dragon, but he deserves better than that, doesn't he? I trust you will make the right choice."
After defeating Azzin in Shulkunaak's lair:
"Poor man... He cannot be blamed for hunting dragons, really. But if one cannot make exceptions, always being rigid, then what is to be done? Thank you for your help. This one feared for her life and, once again, you saved it."
"Thank the Divines that is over. Perhaps this one should take up the sword, so you don't have to rescue her every time."
I'll train you if you want."Ah, perhaps one day. I think there are others in town better suited for this, though."
You're more useful as a loremaster."Perhaps you are right. There are others in town who would make better fighters."
Show: The Cave of Thieves
"This one has heard from our Queen that you are searching for smugglers in the area. Khajiit would point you to her troublesome cousin, M'jaddah. He always finds the roughest folks to hang around with, and smugglers are often among them. You may get a hint out of him, if you can provide something in return."
Like what?"A service, most likely. Perhaps M'jaddah will want you to rough someone up."
I'll find them on my own."Suit yourself. This one was only trying to help..."
Thank you. I will look for him."You will find him downriver. Look for a small cave. Please pretend Saashi did not tell you this."
If approached again:
"Please let Saashi know if her cousin was of any help!"
After returning:
"Have you spoken with M'jaddah?"
Yes, he's looking into it."This one is glad her cousin can be of use. That cub loves trouble like it's moon sugar. Please keep Saashi updated, or she will worry about you both!"
Show: The Big Hit
"Saashi's cousin has sent a message. The River Snake will drop a shipment at the trading docks to the North. This one has no idea what it means, and she will not ask."
Thanks, I'll check it out."Please be careful. It is a dangerous business that you stick your nose into.
After completing the quest:
"Hello, my friend. How did your mission go?"
It was a setup. M'jaddah is dead."... So it is true. Saashi had a dream last night. M'jaddah said good-bye and vanished into the moon. Please do not believe this is your fault. That one was always playing with fire. Thank you for telling Saashi. This one will perform the funeral tonight."
Show: Gabrielle's Treasure
"Is it true what this one heard? The Queen will go with Gabrielle to find the lost treasure?"
It's true."Well, that was unexpected. Our Queen is more adventurous than Saashi would have thought. How do you feel about it?"
I'm fine."That is good to hear. This one worried you might feel left out. In any case, this will leave you more time to find that despicable River Snake, yes?"
You got it."Good. This one isn't much for revenge, but he must be punished for what he did to M'jaddah. Let Saashi know if you need anything."
"Oh, Khajiit just remembered: Sabina Clovia was looking for you earlier. It sounded important."
After escaping from the keep with the Queen:
"This one is glad to see that you are back... even if the River Snake is still at large. At least he'll leave us alone now...for a while."
If approached again:
"This one knows there are more dangers ahead, but there is no fear in her heart. That is because Fugitive (Player name) will be there to protect us, yes?"
Conversations[]
Resolution
Saashi:"You're too late. Shulkunaak's gone. This one could not let him just get slaughtered like that."Azzin:"... and *this* is why you should never trust a Khajiit. They'll turn around and betray you without blinking an eye."Saashi:"Saashi did not betray anyone. The dragon once spared this one's life, she owed him as much."Azzin:"Rest assured, I will not make the same mistake. Prepare to die."Saashi:"Warrior, help!"
