Destined - The Elder Scrolls - The Long Road Chapter 13 - The Old-World Ends, The New Begins — Quiz ← Back to Chapter 13 - The Old-World Ends, The New Begins Question 1. What is the specific motto that Etain sets as the foundation for her new empire? Show hint Think about the four virtues mentioned at the very start of the meal. Loyalty, Honor, Truth, and Kindness — correct answer Etain explicitly states these four virtues as the cornerstone of the new empire she is beginning to build. Victory, Duty, Sacrifice, and Steel These words reflect a more militaristic focus than the compassionate foundation Etain establishes. Strength, Power, Glory, and Wealth These traits are common for old-world empires, but Etain's vision focuses on moral character and kindness. Courage, Bravery, Justice, and Peace While these are noble qualities, they do not match the specific list of four foundations mentioned in the text. Question 2. According to the story, who are Etain's divine or spiritual parents? Show hint Look for the names associated with the 'Covenant of Kings' and the 'Dragon God of Time'. Shor and Kyne Kyne is mentioned as having a champion, and Shor is referenced in a shout, but they are not named as Etain's parents. Jarl Balgruuf and Elisif These are political leaders of Whiterun and Solitude, not Etain's divine ancestors. Akatosh and Saint Alessia — correct answer The text identifies Etain as the daughter of the first born of Akatosh and a princess of the Alessian bloodline. The Greybeards The Greybeards are the group waiting for Etain on the mountain, not her biological or spiritual family. Question 3. What dramatic event happened when Etain dipped her burning sword into the Whiterun River? Show hint Consider the visual 'announcement' Etain made to the surrounding lands while on the bridge. The sword's fire was extinguished The sword is powered by Etain's divine blood and magic, so the water did not put out its flames. The water exploded high into the sky — correct answer The ritual on the bridge caused the river to erupt upward in a massive display of power that everyone could see. The water turned into blood Blood flowed into the sword's ruby hilt, but the river water itself remained clear before it exploded. The river turned into solid ice Although the area became cold later, the immediate reaction of the water was a powerful upward explosion. Question 4. How did Etain convince the large group of bandits to let her pass peacefully? Show hint The deal involved something found deep within the barrow that would keep the bandits 'happy for a long time'. She used a magic spell to make them sleep Etain preferred to use words and negotiation to handle the bandits before reaching the barrow. She threatened to burn their tower to the ground While she had the power to do so, she chose to make a deal and offer them a reward instead. She promised them a hidden chest of gold and jewels — correct answer Etain offered them the treasure hidden behind the Word Wall in exchange for standing down and clearing the way. She defeated their leader in a duel The leader was impressed by her power, but they reached an agreement through a deal rather than a fight. Question 5. What did Etain do for the undead spirits in the barrow who showed her respect? Show hint She told the spirits that this place could 'no longer hold' them. She trapped their souls in her sword Her sword is the Covenant of Kings, used for protection and power, not for capturing souls. She turned them back into living humans The text explains she allowed them to vanish like starlight into their final rest in Aetherius. She set them free to find their final rest — correct answer Etain used her authority to release the spirits so they would no longer be trapped in the world of the living. She recruited them into her new army Her goal was to liberate the land from darkness, not to use the undead as soldiers. Question 6. Which two companions stayed by Etain's side to face the Dragon Priest? Show hint One is a member of the ancient Blades, and the other is a Knight of Stendarr. Rosenlyn and Maribelle Rosenlyn was waiting across the lake, and Maribelle arrived only after the battle was finished. Hadvar and Faendal Etain sent these two down to the lake to meet the healers before she entered the deepest part of the barrow. Delphine and Celestine — correct answer Etain specifically kept the Blade and the Knight of Stendarr with her for the final confrontation in the barrow. Farkas and Aela While these Companions were part of the group, they were not the ones selected for the final test against the Dragon Priest. Question 7. What is Etain's relationship with the black dragon Alduin? Show hint Think about the familial term Etain uses when she tells him to 'prepare himself'. They have never met before the barrow The text mentions Alduin was the one who destroyed Helgen and set Etain on her current path. She is his master and commander Alduin mocks her and challenges her, showing he does not take orders from her yet. She refers to him as her brother — correct answer Etain repeatedly calls Alduin her brother, reflecting their shared spiritual origin from Akatosh. He is her ancient enemy from another world While they are enemies, the text highlights a familial spiritual bond by calling them siblings. Question 8. How did the final battle at the Word Wall end? Show hint Look for the description of the 'terrible conflagration' that people in Whiterun could see. Etain was defeated and captured by Alduin Etain was physically exhausted, but she passed the trial and successfully destroyed the Dragon Priest. The whole barrow exploded and Etain was transported to a lake — correct answer The release of Etain's power caused a massive explosion that destroyed the barrow and moved her to safety. The mages of Winterhold arrived to defeat the Dragon Priest The mages only appeared after the battle was over to help heal Etain and her companions. Alduin surrendered and flew away forever Alduin flew away after the explosion, but he noted that Etain still has more work to do before they meet again. Question 9. Why did the mages from the College of Winterhold decide to put Etain in 'suspension'? Show hint Consider Etain's physical state after the battle and the words of Colette, the healer. To give her body time to heal from her severe injuries — correct answer Etain was barely alive and bleeding, so the mages used magic to stabilize her condition. To transport her instantly to the city of Cyrodiil The group intended to take her back to Riverwood where she could be better cared for. To prevent her from using her dangerous powers again The suspension was a medical necessity for her survival, not a way to limit her strength. To punish her for destroying the ancient barrow The mages arrived to help Etain, recognizing her importance as the heir to the Ruby Throne. Question 10. What warned the people in Whiterun that something incredible was happening at Bleak Falls Barrow? Show hint A guard ran to the Jarls to report a 'great swirling, twisting' sight in the sky. A messenger bird sent by Hadvar The events were so physically massive that no messenger was needed to alert the city. A total eclipse of the sun While the skies darkened at the barrow, the primary signs seen from Whiterun were the water funnel and the explosion. A giant swirling funnel of water and the mountains rumbling — correct answer The visual of the rising river and the sound of the mountains falling apart alerted everyone for miles. The ghosts of the undead appearing in the streets Etain freed the spirits at the barrow; they did not travel to the city of Whiterun. ← Back to Chapter 13 - The Old-World Ends, The New Begins