Lore:Woad
Woad, also known as Woad war paint,[1] or woad-markings,[UOL 1] is a dye, typically blue in color, known for its magical protective properties. Although primarily associated with the Nords,[2][3] who favor it,[UOL 2] it is also used by other cultures.[1][4][5]
Culture[edit]
Altmer[edit]
While the Altmer are not known to use woad, Sil-Var-Woad is a notable landmark on Summerset Isle.[6]
Argonian[edit]
The Argonian tribe of the Bright-Throat was known for their cheerful use of colorful blue woad dye in their body decorations.[4][7]
Bosmer[edit]
The Ballad of Skald Skullsplitter, a boastful drinking song, briefly mentions a Bosmer adorned with woad.[5]
Khajiit[edit]
To avoid being mistaken as Bosmer, many Ohmes tattoo or paint their faces to resemble a feline aspect.[8][9][10] Some Ohmes were described to wear brown woad tattoos.[UOL 3]
Nord[edit]
Nords were said to favor their woad,[UOL 2] which they could apply to strengthen their defenses.[2][3] Certain texts suggest that the practice of Woad was already in use during the era of Ysgramor's original Five Hundered Companions. It is believed that some of these markings contained hidden meanings.[UOL 1]
Reachfolk[edit]
—Flaccus Terentius[1]
Berserkers among the Reachfolk used woad war paint, scarification, and tattoos as part of their cultural practices. One of its purposes was to strike fear into their opponents.[1]
Gallery[edit]
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Bright-Throat Woad Face Tattoo
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Bright-Throat Woad Body Tattoo
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Various Ohmes with face paint
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Sil-Var-Woad
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A Nord with blue face paint
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A Nord wearing blue Ysgramor's Chosen body and face paint
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d The Improved Emperor's Guide to Tamriel: Northern Bangkorai and the Mountains — Flaccus Terentius, 2E 581
- ^ a b Woad in Morrowind
- ^ a b Woad in Oblivion
- ^ a b Bright-Throat Woad Body Tattoo's item description in ESO
- ^ a b c The Ballad of Skald Skullsplitter — Skald Skullsplitter, His Mark Here: X
- ^ Sil-Var-Woad in ESO: Summerset
- ^ Bright-Throat Woad Face Tattoo's item description in ESO
- ^ Race Description of Khajiit in Arena
- ^ The Elder Scrolls: The Official Survival Guide to Tamriel — Tori Schafer
- ^ Interview With Three Booksellers — Jobasha, Codus Callonus, and Dorisa Darvel
Note: The following references are considered to be unofficial sources. They are included to round off this article and may not be authoritative or conclusive.
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