Are you sure that you have passed the legendary game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim up and down? Think you saw everything you can? Decided to quit the game? Well, maybe our new material will stir you up and make you set off for new exploits? We bring to your attention Easter eggs and the secrets of Skyrim!
Easter eggs: definition, difference from secrets
Before we go looking for interesting Easter eggs, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the definition of the term "Easter egg". This is what they call a secret in a computer game, which was laid down by the creators. Easter eggs differ from ordinary game secrets in that their content does not fit into the general concept, in the context of the game it looks completely implausible, ridiculous and often is an external reference. Easter eggs are for attentive players. This name comes from a fascinating family event that is popular in the United States and former British colonies. The so-called "egg hunt" is arranged on the eve of Easter. With the help of tips, participants must find as many hidden objects as possible - Easter eggs.
Arrow in the knee and sweet roll
Tell me, how often did you hear from the guards the phrases “Once upon a time I was led by an adventure road ... And then I was shot through my knee ...”?
So, in fact, these are far from empty words. This phrase is an analogue of the proverb used in the Scandinavian countries “An arrow hit the knee”. That is how the Vikings jokingly talked about getting married.
Speaking about the secrets and Easter eggs of Skyrim associated with the guards, one cannot help but recall one more expression: “Let me guess: someone stole your sweet roll”.
This phrase is a reference to the previous parts of the game: for example, in Daggerfall and Morrowind, roll is mentioned when creating a character. In Oblivion, however, mentions of sweet roll are rumors among the residents of Skingrad. It should be noted that the dessert was seen in the game Fallout 3, developed by the same experts as Skyrim. In a conversation with a bully, you can give or not give him a cupcake.
M'ike the Liar
Dovakin will repeatedly meet an amazing character named M'Aik Liar. This Khajiit was also encountered in Morrowind. This is the secret of the Skyrim Easter egg - two hundred years have passed since the events of the third part! Only the Liar’s phrase can explain this: “M'Ayk’s father was also called M'Ayk. And the father of father M'Aik. At least his father said so. ”
Abandoned House in Markarth
Looking for secrets and easter eggs in Skyrim? Be sure to go to Markart! Here you will find a reference to the film "Poltergeist", which was released in 1982 - just visit the abandoned house, in which, by the way, the spirit of Molag Bal lives. When you first look at this location, pay attention to the chairs standing at the table: before your eyes they will gather in a pyramid - exactly like in a movie.
Star Wars References
A number of Easter eggs and Skyrim secrets are associated with the movie Star Wars. One of them is waiting for you in the location of Cold Coast Cave, located east of Winterhold. Here a skeleton hangs from the ceiling, suspended upside down. Under this skeleton you can see a glowing sword. The developers send the gamer to the fifth episode of Star Wars. In the part called “The Empire Strikes Back,” Luke Skywalker was caught and hung from the ceiling of the cave. By the way, a similar scene awaits fans of the TES series in the third part. To see this, you just need to look into the cave of Björn.
Another Skyrim secret easter egg that sends the player to a cult epic is a conversation in the Ice Cream Fruit tavern. Here Eric talks to his father, who says: "All I ask is to stay for another season ..." and "... your mother’s blood flows in you."
These phrases refer the player to the fourth episode - “New Hope”.
Pac-man
Walking on Skyrim in search of something unusual? Be sure to check out Endon’s house in Markarth. Here you will see a peculiar tribute to the Skyrim developers of the Pac-Man game: using food (the head of goat cheese, garlic, caviar and glowing dust) on one of the shelves, the gameplay is quite primitive, but quite understandable.
King, Carroll and others
A large number of Easter eggs are associated with books, for example, the quest “Crazy Mind” is a reference to Lewis Carroll's work “Alice in Wonderland”. After all, Sheogorata Dovakin finds in the middle of the forest - for a tea party.
Those who are well acquainted with the work of Stephen King, noticed in the game a reference to his story “Rita Hayworth and Salvation from the Shawshank”. Try talking to the College of Winterhold with Entir. The phrase will flash in the conversation: “I understand that you are an elf who knows how to get what you need.”
Another easter egg is associated with the greatest tragedy of William Shakespeare. The story of Romeo and his lover Juliet is clearly visible in the relationship of John the Son of the Battle and a girl named Olfina, who belongs to the Gray Mane clan. Young people love each other, but they can’t show their feelings, because their clans are at war.
Fans of “The Lord of the Rings” Tolkien will surely immediately notice a reference to the work: in Whiterun, the player will see a huge tree called the Goldilocks. This tree grew from a sprout, but died. This suggests thoughts of the White Tree of Gondor, because they are both descendants of ancient trees, both located in the center of large cities. Another reason for drawing parallels between them is the fact that both of them were healed by the protagonist.
Top 5 Secrets
Right now we bring to your attention the top 5 secrets of Skyrim. All of them have been verified and confirmed by gamers. So let's get started:
- Jump from dizzy heights and survive. What usually happens with Dovakin, who dared to jump from the highest points? Most often this is loading the last save. However, there is one place from where the protagonist can jump and survive. You should go to the waterfall, which is located between the cities of Folkrit and Markarth. After jumping down, your hero will easily land in the pool below, and at the exit from it he will be able to talk with the spirit of Azzadal and get a reward.
- What else is worth mentioning when talking about the secrets and Easter eggs of Skyrim? About an invisible treasure chest! Of course, everyone found a huge number of caches in the game. However, there is one secret place, which not everyone can find. You need to go to Dunstar: here between the village and the factory, among the rocks, you should look for a chest. In general, in the dark it is securely hidden from the eyes of random passers-by, however, try to drive with the mouse and you will probably see it. Gems, armor and weapons, gold and more are hidden in this chest.
- Sun burst. If you have never tried to blow the sun, be sure to do it right now. Get the Dawnguard extension, complete the Touching the Sky quest, and get the Arrow of Auriel. Then everything is simple - take an elven bow and just shoot in the sun. You will see how the luminosity explodes, and the whole world is plunged into absolute darkness.
- Giant crab Walking close to the ponds, Dovakin can meet a huge number of mud crabs. However, there is one - truly unique. You can find it in a small lake located to the west of Whiterun. Fortunately, the protagonist, this gigantic creature is dead, but there is an opportunity to kill his spirit in the process of completing the quest “Kin and the Holy Test”.
- Tree bridge. Speaking about the secrets of passing Skyrim, it is worth mentioning the tree, which is ideal for crossing. If you are located southwest of Windhelm, pay attention to the fallen tree, located near the Cradle Crash rock. If you decide to walk along it, in the middle you will meet resting hunters. By the way, they are completely unfriendly. However, you can easily get rid of them - just use the cry FUS-RO-DAH.
What secrets and easter eggs did you find in TES V: Skyrim?