With Friends Like These Skyrim Who To Kill

So, you've stumbled into the delightful mess that is the Dark Brotherhood in Skyrim. Congratulations! You're about to make some…interesting…friends.

The "With Friends Like These…" Dilemma

The quest "With Friends Like These…" is a real head-scratcher, isn't it? Suddenly, you're faced with three tied-up, hooded figures. The Brotherhood expects you to murder one.

But here's the kicker: You have absolutely no idea who they are! It's like a morbid version of "guess who."

Let the Games Begin (Morbidly)

Okay, let's meet the contestants. We have Alaine, a grumpy Breton woman. There's also Vasha, a Khajiit who seems suspiciously calm.

And last, but not least, is the eccentric Fultheim the Fearless, a Nord who boasts of epic tavern brawls. What a trio!

Each one has a story, but who deserves to meet your blade?

Decoding the Hooded Mysteries

The game gives you clues, subtle hints sprinkled amidst their dialogue. Alaine apparently killed her husband because he was a lousy gambler. Real lousy.

Vasha, well, he sounds like a master thief, so probably got there because he has robbed too much people. Fultheim? Seems he might have fudged some stories about his heroic exploits.

But honestly, does any of that *really* matter when you have a dagger in hand?

The Hilarious (and Heartwarming?) Twist

Here's where things get truly interesting. You have the option to kill none of them.

Yes, you read that right. If you're feeling particularly rebellious, you can slaughter Astrid, the one who gave you the quest! A bold move, indeed.

The audacity of betraying the Dark Brotherhood right from the start is pure Skyrim gold. It's chaos, it's unexpected, and it's hilarious.

If you kill Astrid, you can trigger an alternative quest line involving destroying the Dark Brotherhood. The Penitus Oculatus will give you objectives to hunt down and eliminate the members of the Sanctuary.

So, Who Did YOU Kill?

The beauty of this quest is there's no "right" answer. It's all about your character's motivation. Are you a stickler for justice? Maybe Alaine's domestic dispute sealed her fate.

Do you value honesty? Fultheim's embellishments might be your trigger. Or, are you just a cat person? Sorry, Vasha.

"It's your story, your rules, even if those rules involve a whole lot of stabbing."

And if you’re feeling particularly chaotic, there's always Astrid. Don't expect her to appreciate your artistic expression, though.

More Than Just a Murder Contract

“With Friends Like These…” is more than just a quest. It's a moment of reflection.

It's a chance to question the very nature of the Dark Brotherhood and its…unique…sense of morality.

It’s also a fantastic example of Skyrim's ability to surprise and entertain, even after countless playthroughs. So, grab your blade, choose your victim, and embrace the darkness…or the light. It's all up to you.

And remember, in Skyrim, with friends like these, who needs enemies?