Elder Scrolls: Races Quiz

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    The Dwemer inexplicably disappeared during the Battle of Red Mountain, the biggest and final battle of the War of the First Council. The Tonal Architect Lord Kagrenac of the Dwemer constructed Kagrenac's Tools to harness the powers of the ____ , which the Dwemer had discovered beneath Red Mountain. The disappearance of a whole race in an instant sparked many theories, but is generally thought to have followed this attempt to use the Tools, and simply coincided with the war.

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    Is the following statement true or false? Although Redguard society is extremely martial, and nearly everyone is expected to have a grasp of basic weaponry and combat, Redguards don't traditionally have a standing army. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because although Redguard society emphasizes martial skills and expects individuals to have knowledge of weaponry and combat, they do not have a standing army. This suggests that while they value combat proficiency, they do not maintain a permanent military force.

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    The __ are a race of vampiric serpents originating from the continent of Akavir, east of Tamriel.

    Correct Answer
    Tsaesci
    Explanation
    The Tsaesci are a race of vampiric serpents that hail from the continent of Akavir, located to the east of Tamriel. They are known for their serpent-like appearance and their vampiric nature. The Tsaesci have a rich history and are considered one of the most formidable races in the Elder Scrolls lore. They have played significant roles in the events of Tamriel, including invasions and alliances with other races.

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    Argonians, the little-understood reptilian denizens of Black Marsh, prefer to be called __ in Jel, their native language, a word that seems to mean People of the Root.

    Correct Answer
    Saxhleel
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Saxhleel. In the native language of the Argonians, Jel, they prefer to be called Saxhleel, which translates to "People of the Root." This term reflects their deep connection to the swamps and roots of Black Marsh, their homeland. The use of this word signifies their cultural identity and pride as a unique reptilian race.

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    The __ are a Daedric people who take on the form of scantily clad humanoids, often winged or with a dark purple skin pigment. They are variously known as Seducers, Daedra Seducers or Dark Seducers to the mortals of Tamriel. They are the spawn of Sheogorath, and their home is Pinnacle Rock in the Shivering Isles.

    Correct Answer
    Mazken
    Explanation
    The Mazken are a Daedric people who take on the form of scantily clad humanoids, often winged or with a dark purple skin pigment. They are known as Seducers, Daedra Seducers, or Dark Seducers to the mortals of Tamriel. They are the spawn of Sheogorath, the Daedric Prince of Madness, and their home is Pinnacle Rock in the Shivering Isles.

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    The Green Pact, also known as the Treaty of Frond and Leaf, is a strict code upheld by many of the Bosmer of Valenwood. Its rules are clear. Which of the following rules is the only one that is false? 

    • Do not harm the forests of Valenwood.

    • Do not eat anything made from plant life. Eat only meat.

    • When enemies are conquered, their meat must be eaten, not left to rot.

    • Do not kill wastefully.

    • Take the shape of beasts.

    Correct Answer
    A. Take the shape of beasts.
    Explanation
    The Green Pact is a strict code followed by the Bosmer of Valenwood. It includes rules such as not harming the forests, not eating anything made from plants, eating only meat from conquered enemies, and not killing wastefully. However, the rule that states "Take the shape of beasts" is false. This means that Bosmer are not required to transform into animals as part of their code.

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    The Ayleids used aetherial fragments which fell from the heavens, particularly meteoric iron, to construct receptacles to harness energy. These 'Ayleid Wells' are scattered all over Cyrodiil, and can still be used by mages to replenish their energy. These Wells harness energy from:

    • Moonlight

    • Starlight

    • Wind and air

    • Sunlight

    • Living things

    Correct Answer
    A. Starlight
    Explanation
    The Ayleids used aetherial fragments, such as meteoric iron, to create receptacles known as 'Ayleid Wells' in order to harness energy. These Wells are spread throughout Cyrodiil and can still be utilized by mages to replenish their energy. The energy harnessed by these Wells comes from starlight, making it the correct answer.

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    According to Khajiiti mythology, they and one of the races of mer were once one people. Which race of mer?

    • Bosmer

    • Chimer

    • Maomer

    • Altmer

    • Falmer

    Correct Answer
    A. Bosmer
    Explanation
    According to Khajiiti mythology, the Bosmer and one of the races of mer were once one people. This suggests that the correct answer is bosmer.

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    Which of the following dragons, according to myth, was not born a dragon?

    • Nafaalilargus

    • Skakmat

    • Dragonne Papre

    • Tosh Raka

    • Durnehviir

    Correct Answer
    A. Tosh Raka
    Explanation
    Tosh Raka is the correct answer because according to myth, Tosh Raka was not born a dragon. Tosh Raka is the leader of the Ka Po' Tun, a race of tiger-like creatures, who eventually achieved dragon-like qualities through their leader's transformation. This transformation into a dragon-like being sets Tosh Raka apart from the other dragons listed, who were all born as dragons.

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  • 10. 

    Orc tradition is to have weddings take place at:

    • Noon

    • Dusk

    • Midnight

    • Dawn

    Correct Answer
    A. Midnight
    Explanation
    In many fantasy literature and folklore, Orcs are often depicted as creatures of darkness and night, associated with evil and chaos. Therefore, it makes sense that their tradition would be to have weddings take place at midnight, the darkest hour of the night. This aligns with the idea of embracing their dark nature and symbolizes their commitment to each other in the face of darkness.

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