The Companions

The fields of Whiterun, the heart of the Fatherland, have for millennia been home to the storied Hall of Jorrvaskr and the valiant Nord Companions. From the days of Ysgramor, the Companions have ever held the honor of all Nords and the growing realm of Skyrim in their words and deeds, unyielding in valor and strength; however, darkness has fallen upon the Meadhall of the Hoary King, and mirth rings out in the ancient ship’s bones no more.

Ere some 60 years, shield brother and shield sister took up arms against one another in vile disagreement over one question: Who shall uphold the honor of the Companions and take up the mantle of Harbinger? It was decided that to claim Jorrvaskr was to prove the honor of one’s claim, and from the division between Jorm Orc-born and Lok Merkiller came the 20 years of infighting known now as the Blood-Score.

It has been twice as long now since either would-be Harbinger died a gloriously bloody death, and yet the mighty hall remains unconquered. Some say it is fear of more bloodshed that prevents these so-called Companions from stepping forth, others believe that the ancient warriors are no more. The legacy of the Companions is not gone, however, and if a band of brothers and sisters had only the courage to stand once again for the honor of Skyrim, of ancient Nord culture, and of Ysgramor, then it need not stay in the history books.