Online:Shazah

Shazah
Location	Varies
Race	Khajiit	Gender	Female
Reaction	Friendly	Class	Healer
Other Information
Follower	Grim Situation Grimmer Still (optional) The First Step Motes in the Moonlight The Moonlit Path (dependant)
Faction(s)	Aldmeri Dominion

Shazah

Shazah is one of the Lunar Champions alongside her twin sister Khali. Both were born under the Dark Moon, meaning they are both eligible to become the next Mane. If she completes the Two-Moons Path, she could become the next Mane.

Shazah is a sorcerer and is more studious than her sister. Her alchemist father Ubraz, who succumbed to the Knahaten Flu when she was young, was an important guiding figure for her. Her mother Namu died fighting encroaching Colovians. Through the events of the Moonlit Path, she learns not to fear plague victims with help from her father's spirit and the Moon Hallowed.

If you choose to make Khali the Mane, Shazah will become corrupted by the Dark Mane. You and Khali will be forced to kill her.

Her old diary can be found within the city of Orcrest.

Related Quests

•  Striking at the Heart: Defeat the shade of Prince Naemon.
•  Grim Situation: Defeat the spirit invasion in Fort Grimwatch.
  •  Grimmer Still: Cleanse the temple and Fort Grimwatch.
• The Champions at Rawl'kha: Head into the Jodewood with the Lunar Champions.
• A Door Into Moonlight: Discover if you truly are the Moon Hallowed.
•  The First Step: Help the Lunar Champions in their first trial.
  • The Path to Moonmont: Meet the Lunar Champions at the corrupted temple.
  •  Motes in the Moonlight: Cleanse Moonmont and subdue the Dark Mane.
  • To Dune: Head to Dawnmead to walk the Two Moons Path with the next Mane.
  •  The Fires of Dune: Stop the Daedric invasion of Dune.

Depending on your choices, the following quests may not involve Shazah as a companion

•  The Moonlit Path: Help the Lunar Champion walk the Two Moons Path.
•  The Den of Lorkhaj: Help the Lunar Champion walk the final, dark path.

•  Old Life Observance: Participate in the Old Life remembrance ceremony.

Quest-Related Events

Striking at the Heart

Shazah along with her sister, Khali, and their mentor, Kauzanabi-jo, can be found outside Hectahame by order of Mane Akkhuz-ri:

"Shazah worries for the people here. Mane Akkhuz-ri brought us to learn and assist, but sadly, there was nothing to be done."

After you defeat Naemon, she will be at the bridge leading to the grotto and will say:

"Shazah has never witnessed such a scene. Kauzanabi-jo thought this experience dangerous, but the history this one has learned. Shazah's sister may disagree, but the trip was well worth it."

Once Queen Ayrenn announces Indaenir as the new Silvenar, she will bow to him and will say:

"Now to journey to Malabal Tor, another land this one has never seen."

After completing the quest, she'll say:

"Lord Gharesh-ri spoke of the ceremony between the Silvenar and the Green Lady. This one hopes to be there."

Grim Situation

If you did not start the quest yet, she will be up at the Grimwatch Tree:

"Bright moons, walker."

Speaking to her to provide assistance:

"Bright Moons light your path. You have chosen a particularly poor day to visit the Grimwatch."

Can you explain what's happening here?

"Shazah will tell you what she can. This one and her sister arrived just a few days ago. We came to Grimwatch on news of the Colovian invasion from the north. A siege sat at the fort's front gate."

A siege? The scout said something about spirits.

"Indeed. We had just begun to push back against the invaders when a dark spot appeared in the sky. The Mane! Shazah and her sister have known Akkhuz-ri for years. He pulsed with dark energies and spoke in a profane voice."

What happened then?

"The Mane merely gestured and the earth shook beneath our feet. The ground split open and ruins thrust up from deep underground. Dark spirits, the children of Lorkhaj, boiled up from the depths. Dro-m'Athra."

I'm here to help. What can we do?

"Sharp claws on you, my friend. You know, since we were cubs Shazah and I prepared for this day. I studied the combat techniques of past Manes, past Moon Hallowed. Nothing can really prepare you, though."

Let's see it done.

You can ask her about the Mane:

"I'm with you. Strange, how this one feels an instant connection with you. Fast friendships formed in battle, yes?"

What can you tell me about the Mane?

"Akkhuz-ri, as the Mane, is the spiritual leader of the Khajiiti people. Gharesh-ri, the Speaker for the Mane, does most of the actual governing. He was the one who signed the Elden Accord, after all."

What happened to him?

"Dark moons, Shazah has no idea. Akkhuz-ri is ... was a wise and gentle soul. He led our people with a deft claw, and always deferred to Gharesh-ri in political matters. This one grows cold at the thought of a future without him."

If you were declared the Moon Hallowed, she will reveal more information about being the lunar champion, the Colovians and Dro-m'Athra

I was sent here by the First Mane. He told me to stand with you, that I'm the Moon Hallowed.

"He…he what? Rid-Thar-ri'Datta? In person? Shazah has read of such things, but has never seen such a vision.
And you are the Moon Hallowed…then that means…."

He said that the time of the current Mane is past. Akkhuz-ri was corrupted by a dark spirit.

"By Jone and Jode…that means Khali and I are eligible to walk the trial paths. One of us will be the next Mane!
I need to think on this…Hallowed. Please, let us deal with the spirits here. Then we can talk."

The scout called you a Champion?

"Ahh, yes. Our titles. Khali and Shazah are twins. Born under a unique alignment of the moons. It's all slightly embarassing [sic], to be truthful. This is why we know Akkhuz-ri so well. And why they call us "Lunar Champions.""

Unique alignment? What does that mean?

"Very rarely, every so many years, Masser and Secunda align together and the third moon appears. This alignment of Bright moons with the Dark heralds the birth of the leader of the Khajiiti people: the Mane."

You and your sister are Manes?

"No, no. That…is not how it works. There has only ever been one Mane. No two people have ever been born together from the same womb under the three moons. And Akkhuz-ri has always been fit, strong. That is why we have our titles."

I'm not sure I understand.

"Those who dance with the Two Moons are bound by faith. They recognize who and what we are. Others can see it in us, as easily as a mother knows the scent of her child. So we are the "Lunar Champions." Made up titles to soften the sting."

Can you tell me anything else about the attack?

"Shazah will tell you what she can. We only joined the fort's defense a few days ago."

Who are the Colovians?

"The human kingdoms just to the north use that word. The Colovians are a loose federation, but they sometimes band together into a standing army at the behest of a charismatic general. As we saw here. Pah!"

Why have they invaded?

"My people, the Bosmer, and the Colovians have controlled many parts of the March over the years. Their leader, some lady general, has convinced her cohorts it's time to own the March again. They've taken Arenthia, and tried to take the watch."

What are the Dro-m'Athra?

"A dark reflection of the Khajiit. We're the children of Jode and Jone, so the old stories go. The 'mathra are the children of Lorkhaj. Grim spirits from the night between the stars."

Where did they come from?

"As best Shazah can tell, they were trapped within the old ruins. How they got down there…she has read old stories of Khajiiti warriors going to war with the stars. Trapping them beneath the earth. Perhaps they referred to the Dro-m'Athra."

Help Shazah seal the corruption

You must seal the spots of corruption in three waves. She will call out to you as they appear with random lines:

Shazah: "Sharp Claws, let's see this done!"

Shazah: "Jone and Jode protect us."

Shazah: "They're worse than the Colovians were! Begone spirits!

Shazah: "I can see why the ancients locked these things away!"

Shazah: "Children of Lorkhaj! Begone!"

Shazah: "Return to your prisons, spirits! Return to your ruins."

Shazah: "Return them to the shadows!"

Shazah: "The monks taught us well. You will not take us, spirits!"

After purging the first:

Shazah: "That is one. Now let's head to the next site."

After purging the second one:

Shazah: "Only one remains."

After you purify all three spots:

Shazah: "Well done! Let's head to the central tree. There, I can force out the rest."

Entering the central tree:

Shazah: "This should seal Fort Grimwatch for now."

Shazah kneels before the first Mane

Suddenly, a spectre of pure moonlight appears: Rid-Thar-ri'Datta, the first Mane.

Shazah: "The first Mane? Incredible!"

After speaking with the first Mane, talk to Shazah.

"That light ... the first Mane. What did he say? What did he want?"

He said I could pass through some flames?

"Bright moons be praised! The fire barrier into the temple! My sister Khali led some of the remaining soldiers down into the temple below the fort. She was cut off when a barrier of dark flame went up."

Where do I go?

"The entrance to the temple is below, in the rift formed when the Mane tore at the ground. Find Khali and see what you can do. Shazah will do what she can to aid the soldiers here before she follows."

I'll find her, Shazah.

Speaking to her again:

"Go, my new friend. We will be fine for now. Knowing Khali, she is hip-deep in bodies and her sword arm grows weak. Just the way she likes it."

Grimmer Still

After Khali takes care of the crystal, Shazah will enter and announce:

Shazah: "You've done well! Now, we must secure this place."

Speak with Shazah:

"Everyone dead and an ancient relic destroyed. I see Khali has been here."

What's next?

"I sense the source of this corruption is beyond the door up ahead. There's sure to be some kind of defense. Between the three of us, I'm sure we can see it done."

So what do we do?

"One of us should stay behind to hold the door. Shazah suspects this silence is merely the calm before the storm. The 'mathra are gathering in the shadows. I can smell them."

Which of us should stay behind?

"You must go. Rid-Thar has given you his touch of grace. Either Khali or I would be fine, here. As you've seen, I'm something of an accomplished spellcaster. And Khali has waved a sword around once or twice."

I'd like you to come with me.

"Very well. Let's be done with this dark business."

Let's go.

I'd like you to stay and watch the door, Shazah.

"Very well. I will remain and lead the defense. May your victory be swift and sweet."

Thank you.

If you exit out of the conversation before deciding who has to stay behind:

"Well done, well done. Khali is even impressed with you. This one did not think that was possible."

Which of us should stay behind? (Leads back to decisions)

Afterwards, if Khali is holding the door and you dealt with the crystal:

"That was deftly done. I'm reminded of a warrior poet from midway through the First... Era. Never mind."

Was that it?

"Yes, I can already sense serenity return. We've capped the source here. Without new spirits to replace their fallen comrades, we should have the Fort cleaned soon. Let's get back to Khali. Make sure she hasn't destroyed any other priceless relics."

I'm with you.

Speak to her again and she'll comment:

"Come, let us find my sister. She gets up to all kinds of trouble if I leave her alone for too long."

After speaking to Khali, Shazah will only say:

"This one is certain the clergy will confirm what we suspect. To think, a Moon Hallowed in our midst!"

If she stays behind or is accompanying you:

"Bright moons, walker."

When you destroy the crystal and before speaking to Khali:

"We'd best be sure that Khali hasn't destroyed the ruin while we were away."

However, if Shazah was left behind, when you return she'll say:

"She wouldn't know an epic poem from a lunar chant, but Khali certainly is good with a blade. Well done."

Thank you. I think we've contained the Dro-m'Athra.

"Bright moons! It's been a privilege to fight by your side. I know now why Rid-Thar would choose you. Why he appeared to us. You are the Moon Hallowed. You must be!"

The Champions at Rawl'kha

If you already completed Stonefire Machinations first and then Grimmer Still, and have been identified as the Moon Hallowed, she will offer this quest. She will ask of you to speak to a Moon Priest in Rawl'kha:

"Shazah wasn't sure to believe you…couldn't believe you. But it is true. You are the Moon Hallowed!"

I'm glad you believe me. What do we do now?

"If it's true that you are the Hallowed. That you fought the Mane at Arenthia…then our path is clear. We must make for the temple at Rawl'kha.
The lunar clergy no doubt already knows we are on our way."

Why Rawl'kha?

"The Temple of the Dance at Rawl'kha is central to the March. It is a place of holy worship, and the one where the next steps can be taken.
Khali and I will meet you at the temple. Go well, Hallowed."

I'll get going, then.

Speaking to her again:

"We will see you in Rawl'kha, Hallowed.
And if she is feeling kind, Shazah will fill in Khali on all she has missed."

A Door Into Moonlight

If you speak to her before leaving, she'll only say:

"This one is certain the clergy will confirm what we suspect. To think, a Moon Hallowed in our midst!"

After you prayed at the altar, the First Mane will show a projection of both her and her sister.

The First Step

The candidates begin the trial

Upon entering the temple, she'll greet you with:

"I just knew you had the makings of a Hallowed! I am very glad you're here. With you at our side, there are no questions we can't answer. No puzzles we can't solve."

After speaking with Kauzanabi-jo, Shazah and her sister will take their elixir to begin the ceremony.

Before you take the elixir:

"Hallowed, without your wisdom I don't know if I could stand to be here. Thank you."

After taking the elixir, if you choose to accompany her first:

"Hmm. You know, that elixir was actually pretty tasty. They never mention that in any of the texts."

Are you all right?

"Oh, sure, of course, Hrm, are the walls supposed to wobble like that? Never mind. Are you ready?"

I'm with you, Shazah.

"That's the kind of confidence that we'll need. Let's do this."

If you took Khali first for her trial and return, Shazah will express concerns for her sister:

"Khali…she does not look so well. What happened in there?"

She'll probably want to talk to you about it herself.

"Of course, you're right. I always worry Khali gets worked up too easily. But then that's what pushes her to do amazing things."

Are you ready to get started?

"Yes, yes. We must be serious now, focused. I am ready. I've studied most of my life for what we begin today. Let's go."

Lead on, Shazah.

Speak to her any time during the trial and she'll say:

"Hallowed, without your wisdom I don't know if I could stand to be here. Thank you."

At her trial, she will see Knahaten Flu victims:

Shazah: "That hut. This place... are those supposed to be Knahaten Flu victims?"

When her first vision begins, she will receive encouragement from her father:

Shazah: "This must be where I am to meet my guide."

Ubraz: "Shazah. My daughter. It's good to see you again."

Shazah: "Father?"

Ubraz: "You've become so adept with magic, my daughter. Your wisdom has far exceeded my own."

Shazah: "Father, you are my guide. Why are you here? What am I to learn from this cleansing?"

Ubraz: "My Shazah, always eager to learn. Cub, you and your sister have a connection that transcends knowledge. Now, you must face my past. Pray at the lunar shrines."

Ubraz: "Learn from Khali, that you may face what lies ahead at Moonmont. Become what you were born to be."

Shazah: "Thank you for your wisdom, Father. Goodbye."

Speaking with Shazah:

"You heard my father, yes? We must pray at the lunar shrines to learn more of his... my past. Let's do it."

During the first vision, Ubraz is desperate to learn how to treat the flu:

Ubraz: "This disease... we've been here for weeks, and we still know nothing about it. If we can't understand how it's spread, how can we treat it?"

Edhelruin: "We've already lost Nien and Lanelor! If we don't leave Orcrest now, the whole team will succumb!"

During the second vision, Ubraz has caught the flu and begs his colleague to take Shazah away:

Edhelruin: "The flu has ravaged the city and the Colovians will be here in days. You have to get your daughter out of here!"

Ubraz : "Old friend, it's too late for me. Shazah is in your hands now. Get her home safely. I'll do what I can before the end."

During the third vision, Ubraz says his last words to Shazah:

Ubraz: "Shazah, please try to be brave. I'm sorry I won't be there for you and your sister. I pray that the Flu never reaches Dune. Look after our family, and remember always. Your father loves you. Moons above, he loves you."

Speak with Shazah:

"My father... I should have known it would be one of our parents. Just like Mane Zebiden-jo four hundred years ago."

What happened to your father?

"Father was sent to treat the Knahaten Flu outbreak in Orcrest seventeen years ago. The disease proved too potent, and... he and his team died. I was there, as a cub."

How are you feeling?

"I'm... I'll be fine. Khali and I have known we would face darkness here since we were cubs. I just wonder... I want to know what he meant, earlier. Let's go, and find out."

Why was your father leading the team?

"Father was the most talented alchemist in all of Dune. When we were young, clients would come from as far away as High Rock to consult him. I think the Mane himself asked Father to tend the sick."

The Knahaten Flu?/You mentioned the Knahaten Flu?

"A disease, a mysterious illness, that swept across the face of Tamriel. It is said that it was a punishment from the Argonians, a retribution for the dark deeds done against their race by the Dark Elves. But no one knows for sure."

It created zombies?

"No! Not at all. The creatures in these visions, I don't know... I don't. Wait, actually, it makes perfect sense. These visions are part of me, as much as memories. I was terrified of plague victims. So... so many bodies."

Are you ready to move on?

"I'm ready. I should warn you, though... we'll probably see some more of those flu victim monsters in the next room. I was so frightened of them as a child. Get ready, and... thank you."

Lead on, Shazah.

When you encounter the remnants of her father's medical team:

Shazah : "My father's medical team? Dark moons!"

Speaking with her after fighting off all the flu victims:

"Those men and women worked with my father. Nien used to cook for us. She'd even stew vegetables, when we asked nicely."

I'm sorry, Shazah.

"No need for sympathy, Hallowed. This is what my father meant. This is what he spoke of, when he spoke of decisiveness. I need to move forward. No looking back."

Like your sister?

"Yes. Like Khali. I've spent so much of my life studying. So much spent examining texts, words. Action, though. Action is needed to be a true leader. Let's go, Hallowed."

After the trials she will say:

"It is interesting, yes? Shazah read for so long, she studied so hard … and yet I still feel like I was unprepared for this. She is very grateful she had you at her side, Hallowed."

After speaking to Kauzanabi-jo, she will announce the end of the ceremony and both Shazah and her sister will be cleansed in golden light to mark their completion of the path of the Lunar Champions.

After the quest if you speak to her before she leaves the temple:

"To Moonmont then, yes? I will try to keep Khali from rushing headlong into danger until you arrive."

The Path to Moonmont

You will find both her and her sister at Moonmont surrounded by dead Dro-m'Athra:

"We never really got to say thank you, Hallowed. You stood beside us at Rawl'kha. Saw our parents, saw our past. Thank you for your guidance and friendship. It means a great deal to us."

You are welcome, Shazah.

"But then, enough about the past. Khali has already laughed at my attempts to write down what happened. We have much more dangerous, immediate threats ahead of us."

Motes in the Moonlight

Approaching her if you haven't started the quest:

"You have the patience of a moon-sugar addled cub, Khali."

Speaking to her to start the quest:

"Shazah and Khali are grateful for your guidance at Rawlk'kha, Hallowed. We have a tremendous task ahead of us."

Otherwise continuing from the previous conversation:

"Khali has been champing at the bit. She has grown tired of these Dro-m'Athra, and hungers for bigger game."

Bigger game?

"We hunt the Dark Mane, who has taken root deep within Moonmont. His legions have boiled up from below, killed most of the monks.
And the beacons that mark the site as holy ground are grown dark. They fuel a ward lock upon the temple door."

What's the plan?

"Take this prayer to the Bright Moons. We must go to the beacons, the large pillars around the temple. There, we pray. We cleanse the beacons and drive away this darkness. Hallowed, I know together we can see this done. What do you say?"

I say let's see it done.

Shazah and Khali disappear in a flash.

At the southwest Beacon, you'll find Shazah waiting:

"Hallowed, this one is glad you are here. This beacon has an intensity to its corruption …. It is teeming with the energies of the Dro-m'Athra.
Shazah must perform the purification."

Why do you have to do it?

"You are powerful, my friend. But Shazah has long experience dealing with the dark energies here. She must be the one to dispel them.
Besides, the ritual will no doubt draw attention. You must protect Shazah as she works."

I'll protect you.

Dro-m'Athra start to appear:

Shazah : "They come for the beacon!"

Shazah : "More of them! Watch yourself!"

After the last wave, she'll remark:

Shazah : "It is done. Thank you, Hallowed. I shall meet you at the temple entrance."

Shazah opens the door

At the temple entrance you'll find the sisters waiting for you:

"This one prepares herself to crack the ward. A moment, Hallowed, and she shall be ready."

Shazah lights the braziers, but there's a sudden explosion:

Khali : "Shazah! What happened?"

Shazah : "That thing was stronger than it looked. I'll be fine. Let's get inside."

Inside you can talk to her again:

"Hallowed … we are here. Within the walls of Moonmont."

How are you doing, Shazah?

"She's nervous, but also very excited …. Look at these runes! And the scrollwork over the doorways …. If we had more time, I'd take rubbings of some of the more involved inscriptions. Fascinating!"

You're excited by the architecture?

"Oh, yes, Hallowed. I've been reading tomes about Moonmont since I was a cub, and to see this place with my own eyes …. It's … to be honest it's easier to focus on the ancient knowledge around me than to think about tomorrow."

Thinking about tomorrow?

"We spoke for the first time last night about … about the Mane. About all the pressures that one of us will assume. She, of course, says I would be better at the job than she would. Says, 'my wisdom and intelligence are what our people need.'"

In the next room, the ladies will take the lead:

Shazah : "Try to keep up, Hallowed!"

At the far side will be another door, which she tries to open but it's too strong:

Shazah : "Dark Moons! This one is even stronger than the one outside."

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "Moonmont should be the heart of lunar light in Reaper's March. Instead, we are surrounded … by darkness."

Once you've solved the puzzle, Shazah is able to open the second door:

Shazah : "Let's see this done!"

Khali : "Right behind you, sister."

In the next chamber, you'll hear the haunting voice of the Dark Mane:

Khali: "Where is he?"

Shazah: "I don't know. He should be in here."

Dark Mane: "You're mine now, "Champions!""

Shazah: "Khali! Watch out!"

Khali: "What?"

The sisters are suddenly bound by magic:

Shazah : "Aah!"

Khali : "Aah!"

After wearing the Dark Mane down, he'll try to flee, but suddenly find himself bound in magical chains:

Dark Mane : "Enough of this! I'll return to Tharn, and together we'll …."

Dark Mane : "No! Damn you, First Mane!"

"Khali has been champing at the bit. She has grown tired of these Dro-m'Athra, and hungers for bigger game."

Choosing the Dark Mane:

"Hallowed, Khali is not prepared for what's required here. Choose me to contain the Dark Mane."

Can we talk about this, Shazah?

"Of course, Hallowed. I will answer any questions to make your decision easier."

If you become Mane, what would you do?

"I would... I would try to lead with wisdom. As the monks taught us, as I learned from my father."

What would your parents think?

"Mother was always so proud of Khali's bladework. She used to have her demonstrate for the other children. I'm sure they would want Khali to be the next Mane. She is far stronger, braver, than I am. She is a better leader and a proud warrior."

You want to take on the Dark Mane's mantle? / Do you want to take on the Dark Mane's mantle?/Are you sure you should become the Dark Mane?

"Absolutely. Khali would make a far better Mane. Her strength and resolve would serve her well. Shazah is well acquainted with the darkness of the Dro-m'Athra. She knows what must be done."

What about you?

"I can do this. This is my responsibility. Take Khali and leave this place. Hallowed, she should be the next Mane. I am just a scribe who was born on a particular day, at a particular time. I do not deserve to be Mane."

[Shazah Holds the Dark Mane]Thank you for your sacrifice.

<Ends the conversation>

Let me think about this for a moment.

<Ends the conversation>

If Khali is to become the Dark Mane:

Shazah: "Sister! Please reconsider!"

Khali: "This is the way it must be. Sister, do not weep for me."

If Shazah is to become the Dark Mane:

Khali: "Sister! Please reconsider!"

Shazah: "This is the way it must be. Sister, do not weep for me."

Speaking with Shazah after Khali becomes the Dark Mane:

"Khali... why? Damn that Javad Tharn to Oblivion!"

We'll get him, Shazah.

"I won't let her live like this, Hallowed. I won't. You and I are going to walk the Path together. We;ll destroy Tharn and I will return with the most powerful sages in Tamriel. Together we'll free my sister from this torment."

If Shazah becomes the Dark Mane, you will not be able to speak to her, and she'll only say:

Shazah : "This creature is now contained. Leave this place … sister."

To Dune

She will be back right outside of Moonmont:

"Khali... damn it. So strong, so forceful. So stupid when it comes to things like this.
I suppose there's nothing else for it. We have to make for Dune."

What do we have to do?

"Walk the Two Moons Path. It's been my destiny since I was a cub. I know that now. We walk the path, and I become the new Mane. Then we get my sister back."

I'll meet you there, Shazah.

Speaking with her after this:

"Go, my friend. Without the blessings of Jone and Jode, without the completion of the path of the Mane, Khali is doomed. We must go to Dune, walk the Path. I will meet you there."

The Fires of Dune

Arriving at Dune, you find it under siege by Daedra. You see Shazah accompanied by Esan after she dispatches a flame atronach:

"Hallowed! Bright moons, it's good to see you. I've been conferring with this Mage from the Guild, working on a way to solve our portal problem."

It's good to see you too. Portals?

"Portals have opened across Dune, allowing Daedra into the streets. I saved Esan here from being an ice sculpture, and in return, he's proposed a bold plan. One I think may give us the upper hand."

What's his plan?

"When he saw Daedra, Esan may have raided a vault at the temple. He stole a fang talisman, a magical relic. He's attuned it such that we can focus its power and seal the portals. I'm sure the priests wouldn't approve, but they're not here."

So what do we do?

"The Fang lay dusty on a shelf for many years, and its power has waned. Esan's attunement, though, has made it such that we can gather power from the Atronachs. We can revitalize the Fang."

We gather power from the Atronachs? How?

"The hard way, I'm afraid. With claw, and blade, and spell. Destroy the Atronachs while you hold the Fang, and their essence will be transferred into the relic. Once it's primed, it should be simple to seal the portal."

I'll see it done, Shazah.

Asking her a few questions:

"I know you have what it takes to see this through, Hallowed. You always have before. Khali loved that about you. You're almost as brave as she was!"

How are you, Shazah?

"Since Moonmount, you mean? I am well enough. I miss my sister deeply. Since arriving at Dune, I can't tell you the number of times I've wanted to ask her a question. Wanted her fighting at my side."

Who's behind this?

"Tharn. You can be sure of that. It wasn't enough that he inflicted the Dark Mane upon Akkhuz-ri, or spurred the Colovians to assault Arenthia. Now he must work to shatter the jewel in the desert. Our great city of Dune."

Do you think we'll ever get Khali out of there?

"I honestly... I hope so. The first Mane seemed convinced that she would have to remain beneath Moonmont. But perhaps, if I walk the Path. If I become Mane. Perhaps I will be strong enough to free her from the Darkness."

After closing the portals:

"You did it! Bright moons hang above us."

What now?

"Esan left to investigate the second portal near the Mages Guildhall. He may have sought out the advice of his peers in the Guild. They're over in the merchant district, my friend. I'd like you to see if you can find him."

You're not coming with me?

"I need to report to the Thalmor Council. The Queen and Speaker Gharesh-ri will want to know we've had some success here. This one trusts you to get the job done."

Good luck, Shazah.

"Bright moons, my friend. This invasion, it smacks of desperation. Until now Tharn has been content to pull the strings from the shadows. To openly attack a Dominion icon like Dune... he must have a plan."

I'll find the Guildhall and close the portal.

Find Esan and restore the Merchant's District. Track Shazah to the Temple District:

"Hallowed. I take it you've restored order to the Merchants District?"

Yes, we retook the merchant district and I closed the portal.

"Bright moons, you are talented. I have the soldiers hanging back. The temples here venerate Jone and Jode, and I do not think the lunar clergy would appreciate mass bloodshed here. In fact, the cult has befouled the shrines. Darkhearted bastards."

What do we do?

"I don't see a portal, but … I have to trust my instincts. Let's cleanse the shrines and let the bright moons shine down on this place. You see to the temples of Jone and Jode. The old shrine to Lorkhaj still stands. I'll take care of that one."

I'll meet you there, then.

Speaking to her again before you cleanse the shrines:

"The shrine of Lorkhaj is old and decrepit. I'll need to focus my energy on it. Go cleanse the other shrines and meet me afterward."

Shazah is bound by Javad Tharn at the Dark Anchor

Meet Shaza in the shrine of Lorkhaj and destroy the Dark Anchor:

"Hallowed... you saved my life."

Are you all right?

"I'll be fine. That was some damned impressive work. Khali would, I'm sure, offer you some kind of critique on your technique. I'm just glad I have you here today. Especially for what must come next."

What comes next?

"We have pushed back the Daedra. You heard the Tharn, he means to walk the Two-Moons Path himself. I can't... I can't put this off any longer. We must make for the Temple of the Dance. Follow me. I'll lead the way."

After you, Shazah.

You will follow her to the temple and there you can speak to her:

"My friend, the Moon Hallowed. Thank you for all you've done here today. And all you will do."

I'm proud to stand with you, Shazah.

"And I'm proud to be standing with you. Ahem. Now then. Let's focus our wits, and prepare. Let's walk the Path and see this through. The way Khali would have wanted."

The Moonlit Path

Continuing on from the conversation, she will confront her final challenge:

"I'm frightened, but I won't let fear hold me back."

I'm ready as well.

"Good. Since we were cubs, Khali and I have studied the Path. I've read many accounts of past trials. What the Hallowed and the candidate went through … but nothing can prepare you. I know that now."

We'll see it through together, Shazah.

Asking questions about what to expect inside:

"We'll walk the path together, yes. I'll be relying on you, Hallowed. To be brave for me, for her."

May I ask you a few questions?

"I'll tell you all I can, Hallowed. I've read almost every tome in the Tales of the Two Moons Path series, and studied at the side of Moon-Bishop Hunal himself. When I could understand him, anyway."

This will be dangerous, right?

"I'm almost certain it will be dangerous, yes. Tharn promised us he'd walk the Path, didn't he? He's powerful and capable of almost anything. If he has been able to warp and twist the shape of the Two Moons Path, there's no telling what we'll face."

What can we expect?

"According to the stories, the Path is a spiritual one. We're walking into the heart of my people, the very soul of the lunar faith. Each part of the Path represents something about the candidate, the Hallowed, and the Khajiit."

Represents something?

"Yes, manifestations. In the past Manes have fought in climactic battles on the Path. They've loved and lost, seen distant shores and spoken to inhuman spirits. Whatever we face will represent the challenges of here and now."

How do we get to the Path?

"The monks have done all the work for us. We'll just walk into the temple, and from there onto the Path. I believe I read once that the whole temple is suffused in moon-sugar vapors that allow for the mind to open to what can't normally be seen."

In the Temple:

Speaking to her before Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:

"The First Mane! To see him again as we take our first steps onto the Path…this must be a good sign."

After speaking to the First Mane:

"I've heard of these! Mane Jinninji-ri had them installed almost six hundred years ago during one of the many temple refurbishings. They were thought lost!"

Observing several visions:

The signing of the Elden Accord:

Queen Ayrenn: "Mane Akkhuz-ri, it is a pleasure to meet you. The Khajiit and their faith will be the Dominion's bulwark against the darkness."

Akkhuz-ri: "Thank you, my Queen. May the Bright Moons guide us in our endeavor."

Shazah: "I recognize this moment. The day the Elden Accord was signed! The Mane was a good leader, Hallowed. A good soul."

The revelations of both sisters are the Lunar Champions:

Moon-Bishop Hunal: "Jone and Jode have spoken. Shazah, Khali … you were both born beneath the same moon. Never before has this happened. Never before have the Bright Moons gifted us this way. Forevermore, you will be known as the "Lunar Champions.""

Shazah: "We … we understand. The Mane is strong, and we are … we are new."

Khali: "Yes, we understand. We're an embarrassment! We didn't ask for this. We were born this way, moons-be-damned!"

Shazah: "Khali was so angry. We both were. The priests were never very kind to us … but look at you and I today. Khali … I wish you were here."

The start of the first Mane:

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "Jone and Jode, you have shown the way to Rid-Thar-ri'Datta. This one is your humble servant."

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "By your light this one will lead his people. By your light will this one imbue balance to the Khajiit."

Shazah: "The day, so long ago, Rid-Thar-ri'Datta first became Mane. A controversial moment, at the time. But an important moment for my people."

Speaking with Shazah during any of the visions:

"That was fascinating, Hallowed! If I had my way the whole Path would be learning about history. Heh, I'd bet if Khali were here she'd be bored silly about now."

After observing all the visions:

"The Bright Moons will see us through this, my friend."

When you activate the final reflector:

Shazah: "Look up there! The top of the central pillar."

After the portal appears:

"That was fascinating, Hallowed! If I had my way the whole Path would be learning about history. Heh, I'd bet if Khali were here she'd be bored silly about now."

Within the Demi-Plane of Jode:

Shazah: "Where are we? What is this place?"

Speak with Shazah:

"Have you ever seen a place like this, Hallowed? Even in my dreams, I never imagined it would look like this …."

Where are we?

"I never thought I would see this place. I've seen drawings in the oldest texts … the Plane of Jode. The place where the Bright Moons dwell, the home of the gods. It's … different than I expected in some ways. But that makes sense."

What do you mean?

"The Path is changing to suit us, reflect the challenges we face. Just like for Zibbiden-jo … the Argonian soul reavers … sorry, Hallowed. Just thinking of one of the stories I read."

Where do we go from here?

"Let's just … wait a moment. If I'm right, the Path will show us they way."

All right, patience it is.

A vision of a Wood Elf will start running up the steps:

Shazah: "You see! A vision of a Wood Elf. That must be where we should go. Come on, Hallowed!"

Speaking to her while in pursuit:

"Quickly, Hallowed. After her!"

When you're in the alternate Valenwood:

"Now we're in the Valenwood! Look at this place!"

Speaking to her before you speaking to the Green Lady:

"This seems to be some horrible vision of the future, yes?"

After the portal appears in Valenwood:

"Come, my friend. Let's return to the temple."

After the vision of the Bosmer:

"The texts never made it sound … like that. What we did. We killed the Silvenar! The heart of the forest, the Green Lady is dead."

We did what we had to do.

"It was the Khajiit. We failed them. Because, here, no one became the Mane after Akkhuz-ri."

That's not going to happen.

"Let's … let's continue on the Path. If the Bright Moons felt we needed to see the future of the Bosmer … perhaps we shall now see the future of the High Elves. Let's hope it is not as bleak."

Let's hope.

"The Bright Moons will see us through this, my friend."

When you're in the alternate Summerset Isles:

"Bright Moons! Now we're somewhere in the Summerset Isles?"

After the vision of the Altmer:

"I never thought it could be this bad. I'm used to being able to think through my problems. Using my books and spells to … there's no solution to this in a book."

What we saw … could it be the future of the Dominion?

"Not if I have anything to say about it. I know what this is, Hallowed. These visions … they're a future where the Mane does not lead her people. With strength as well as wisdom. This will not be our future."

If you exit out of the conversation before turning in the quest, she will alternatively say:

"To have seen such things. The Path is truly a hard road to walk, Hallowed."

What we saw … could it be the future of the Dominion? (Lead to quest completion dialogue)

The Den of Lorkhaj

If you haven't started the quest yet:

"This is it, Hallowed. We stand on the threshold of our final challenge. The end of the Path."

This is it, then? (Leads to quest dialogue)

Otherwise, continuing on from the previous conversation:

"We've walked the Two Moons Path, the path of Jone and Jode. But there is a third moon: The Dark Moon, the enemy of the Khajiit, Lorkhaj, the Missing God. This is the secret at the end of the Path … we must travel to the Den of Lorkhaj."

It's going to be that bad?

"It gets worse. Legend says that the Missing God is dead. That the Den … it is his body. The great emptiness of the Den is the decaying corpse of a dead god. I don't know if … what's that?"

What's what?

She will see Khali:

Shazah: "Wait! That's my sister! After her, Hallowed!"

Speaking to Shazah to encourage her to push through:

"She led us here... Khali led us to the threshold. Hallowed, I … I've never been afraid like this before. But I don't know if I can do it. I don't know if I can take the last step."

What's left to be afraid of?

"There's been so much fighting, so much death. Even if we walk the path through the Den of Lorkhaj … seeing those visions has made me realize how critical the Mane can be. I don't know if I'm ready."

You're ready, Shazah. You can do this. Just one more step on the path.

"Perhaps … for you, Hallowed. For Khali … for the Khajiiti people. Hallowed, we owe you so much. I don't know if I can ever thank you properly."

Let's take that last step.

Speaking to her before going inside the portal:

"This is it, Hallowed. We stand on the threshold of our final challenge. The end of the Path."

Shazah as the Dark Mane

Shazah
Location	Den of Lorkhaj
Race	Khajiit	Gender	Female
Health	133844	Difficulty
Reaction	Hostile
Other Information
Condition	Dro-m'Athra

Shazah possessed by the Dark Mane

If Shazah has been chosen to mantle the Dark Mane, you'll enter the Den of Lorkhaj with Khali:

Khali : "The Den of Lorkhaj … it's even more beautiful and horrible than I could have imagined. Come, Hallowed."

Javad Tharn : "Ahh, you remember her?"

Shazah: "Khali … I've missed you. You left me alone in the dark."

Khali: "Shazah? Is that you? You're alive? You're safe?"

Shazah: "Of course I'm alive. Safe and sound …."

Javad Tharn: "Your sister is safe. Her soul has been purified by darkness. Come, join her. Come join your sister."

Khali: "Let her go! Show yourself, you bastard! I'll take your face off with my claws."

Javad Tharn: "Oh, you want her free? Here is your sister, free. Your sister, my new Dark Mane!"

You will then be forced to fight Shazah who has been transformed into a dro-m'Athra.

After the Dark Mane has been defeated, Shazah will appear as a ghost:

Khali: "Shazah? Are you all right?"

Rid-Thar-Ri'Datta: "Your sorrow is misplaced. Your sister is at peace. Together, you and she have walked the Two Moons Path to its end."

Khali: "No! Damnit … I had to let you go once already. I'm not ready to lose you again."

Rid-Thar-Ri'Datta: "Her soul is at peace now. She has traveled beyond the Path to Aetherius. The light of the Bright Moons surrounding and guiding her."

Khali: "How can I trust anything I've seen? The Path has shown me terrors, lies... failure."

Shazah: "Khali … don't cry. Tharn can't hurt me now. I'm at peace. Soon I'll be with mother and father."

Khali: "Please … don't leave me."

Shazah: "Goodbye, my sister. You will be the Mane. You will lead the Khajiit with wisdom and strength. Know always that I love you."

<Shazah departs for the afterlife.>

Rid-Thar-Ri'Datta: "Hallowed, Champion, your journey is complete. Return now to Dune, and begin to walk the next path in your lives."

Shazah as the new Mane

Shazah in the Den of Lorkhaj

If Khali has been chosen to mantle the Dark Mane:

Shazah: "The Den of Lorkhaj... it's even more beautiful and horrible than I could have imagined. Come, Hallowed."

Javad Tharn: "Ahh, you remember her?"

Khali: "Shazah... I've missed you. You left me alone in the dark."

Shazah: "Khali? Is that you? You're alive? You're safe?"

Khali: "Of course I'm alive. Safe and sound..."

Javad Tharn: "Your sister is safe. Her soul has been purified by darkness. Come, join her. Come join your sister."

Shazah: "Let her go! Show yourself, you bastard! I'll burn your flesh from your bones!"

Javad Tharn: "Oh, you want her free? Here is your sister, free. Your sister, my new Dark Mane!"

When Javad Tharn is at 50% health, he will call in the Dark Mane:

Javad Tharn: "It seems I have the wrong sister... weakling child!"

Javad Tharn: "Fine! I'll take care of you myself!"

Javad Tharn: "Dark Mane! Attend me! May the shadows of your dead god imbue you with strength!"

After Javad Tharn is defeated and the Dark Mane is destroyed once and for all:

Shazah: "Khali? Are you all right?"

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "Your sorrow is misplaced. Your sister is at peace. Together, you and she have walked the Two Moons Path to its end."

Shazah: "No! I... I had to let you go once already. I'm not ready to lose you again."

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "Her soul is at peace now. She has traveled beyond the Path to Aetherius. The light of the Bright Moons surrounding and guiding her."

Shazah: "How can I trust anything I've seen? The Path has shown me terrors, lies, failures..."

Khali: "Shazah... don't cry. Tharn can't hurt me now. I'm at peace. Soon I'll be with Mother and Father."

Shazah: "Please... don't leave me."

Khali: "Goodbye, my sister. You will be the Mane. You will lead the Khajiit with wisdom and strength. Know always that I love you."

<Khali will depart for the afterlife.>

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "Hallowed, Champion, your journey is complete. Return now to Dune, and begin to walk the next path in your lives."

Shazah's ascension ceremony

Shazah as the Mane

Speaking with Shazah back on Nirn:

"We... we did it. We walked the path and lived I'm... I'm going to be the Mane. And my sister is dead."

I think they're waiting for you, Shazah.

"They await you as well, Moon Hallowed. Come, let's... let's see this done. And stay after the ceremony, please. I'd like to speak with you when it's all said and done."

Of course.

After speaking to her, the ceremony begins:

Moon-Bishop Hunal: "Champion. It is time. You are at the end of your path."

Moon-Bishop Hunal: "As the Lunar Champion, you have proven yourself time and time again a leader of our people, but do you truly understand what it means to be the Mane?"

Shazah: "Yes. I've walked the path and know what lies ahead and honor those left behind."

Moon-Bishop Hunal: "You've begun the path and know what lies ahead of our people. Are you prepared to lead your people?"

Shazah: "Yes, I accept this role in service of kith and kin."

Moon-Bishop Hunal: "Then wear this as leader of our people and rise, Mane of our people."

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "You've come through these trials and emerged victorious."

Rid-Thar-ri'Datta: "Continue the path, young one, and accept this blessing for the journey ahead."

Moon-Bishop Hunal: "Rejoice one and all! Long live the Mane!"

<The First Mane disappears.>

After she is now recognized as the new Mane:

"I'm... I'm the Mane! Hallowed, we survived!"

Congratulations are in order.

"My friend, this could never have happened without you. Your strength at Arenthia. Your wisdom at Rawl'kha. Your bravery at Moonmont. And here... we saved the Jewel of Elsweyr! Dune is safe. Javad Tharn is dead, and I have walked the Path."

What now, Mane?

"The end of one path, and the beginning of another. As you well know, the path never really ends. Here in Reaper's March I will restore the soul of the Khajiit and you... will travel on."

Bright Moons, Shazah.

"Bright Moons, Hallowed. Wherever Jone and Jode take you next, I hope you will remember your friend Shazah. And her sister Khali. The sisters, and the Khajiit... they will never forget you."

If you exit out of the conversation before turning in the quest, she will alternatively say:

"I wish you clear night skies on your travels, Hallowed."

Bright Moons, Shazah. (Leads to quest completion dialogue)

After the quest:

"I have much to discuss with the Bishop and Gharesh-ri, my friend. I'm sure we will see each other again. You are the Hallowed, after all."

Old Life Observance

Shazah appearing at an Old Life shrine

If Shazah dies during the Reaper's March storyline, her spirit may return from Aetherius and appear to you during the New Life Festival event quest Old Life Observance when you perform a remembrance ceremony at one of the Old Life shrines.

Notes

• Like her sister, Shazah has Heterochromia, having two different eye colors. Her left eye being light blue and the right amber yellow.
  • After becoming the Mane candidate, the colors change. The left eye becomes deep blue and the right green.