Reunification of Skyrim (conclusion) – Battle for Windhelm

The Windhelm Scream

Return to the Eastmarch Imperial Camp and speak with Legate Rikke. She is extremely pleased with your progress and rewards you accordingly. Then she tells you that a detachment from the Imperial Army is gathering to attack Windhelm, and you’re part of it!

• 150 gold pieces

Travel to the bridge spanning the confluence of the Darkwater and Yorgrim rivers; this leads to the great gate of Windhelm. The flame catapults are already bombarding the embattled city in huge gobs of fire, and the air is thick with smoke and panic. Rush north through the wreckage to the towering gate, where General Tullius is yelling words of encouragement to his forces. This is the time to deliver the final blow to the Stormcloak Rebellion! Expect an enemy both fierce and crafty. For the Empire! For the Legion!

The stronghold for the Stormcloaks is ablaze, and the chaos of fighting Ulfric’s remaining men and navigating the various barriers can be somewhat confusing. Be sure you learn the various locations you must fight through:

• Candlehearth Hall: The initial entrance courtyard and Candlehearth Hall are places you can take cover, step out and defeat foes, and fight a continuous battle.
• Southwest Market: You can traverse the narrow streets to the southwest, maneuver around or demolish the barriers, and attack the soldiers from this area. Fewer enemies are in these parts, but you’re less likely to be surrounded or accidentally strike your own men. Or you can battle down the side street directly to the graveyard and miss the market area completely.
• Graveyard: The only way forward is through the graveyard near the Hall of the Dead. Expect foes here, both atop and at the bottom of the stairs.
• Northwest Pathways: Crush the barriers with attacks, and continue to battle the enemy along the winding streets that bring you back to the main courtyard in the city’s center. Remember that you can always retreat, but this is the only route to take.
• Palace Courtyard: The eventual fight continues into the flaming courtyard outside the Palace of the Kings.

Stormcloaks to Sovngarde

Push through into the Palace of the Kings with General Tullius and Legate Rikke in tow. Tullius informs Ulfric that he is guilty of insurrection, murder, and the assassination of King Torygg—essentially high treason against the Empire. Galmar Stone-Fist steps in front of Ulfric, brandishing his axe. Legate Rikke attempts to reason with Galmar, but the argument escalates into a pitched battle. Attack Galmar and Ulfric, choosing the foe your allies aren’t fighting so you can bring the Stormcloaks to their knees more proficiently. Step back if you’re being pulverized.

With Galmar dead and Ulfric on his knees, General Tullius stands over and gloats while Legate Rikke briefly looks mournful. Ulfric wants you to execute him; it’ll make for a better bard’s song. You can:

• Agree, and plunge your favored weapon into the bowed form of Ulfric Stormcloak.
• Or refuse, leaving Tullius to do the job.

Quest Conclusion

With the Stormcloaks firmly routed and their leadership bleeding across the palace floor, Tullius tells Legate Rikke that Brunwulf Free-Winter will likely be the next Jarl of Windhelm. He has a final gift for you as a tribute to your valor; you may keep the General’s sword.

• Leveled Weapon

Postquest Activities

The General and Legate leave the palace to address the troops. After the troops are satiated, the General turns to you if you ask him for any other tasks, and he tells you to watch for any remaining Stormcloak camps across Skyrim. Defeat the remnants of the insurrection as you please. The power of the Empire is once more restored...with the Thalmor looking on from the shadows.