The baron spent all his riches on the creation of his now legendary shield to show his gratitude.[38]. Knights of the Arrow. Many great sorcerers have come from their home province of High Rock, and in addition to their quick and perceptive grasp of spellcraft, enchantment, and alchemy, even the humblest of Bretons can boast a high resistance to destructive and dominating magical energies." ESO's pre-release Breton Description: High Rock's cultural history is founded on tales of such noble and chivalrous knights, which supposedly fought for Breton Liberation and drove the Direnni back to Balfiera Isle. [4], If Bretons are humans or elves is a topic of debate,[11] with most people believing that they are the former. [71] However, some consider the Direnni's rule in the years leading up to its establishment as part of the Direnni Hegemony as well. [240], One of High Rock's most notable heroes was the Breton knight Eleidon, owner of the eponymous shield. [62] However, their comity would not last: localized groups of Bretons displeased with Mer butted heads with their Elven overlords long before they officially came to blows. [277], Magnus is the god of sorcery, who withdrew from creation at the last second. [31] To make sense of it all, some may focus on a specific aspect on their culture, or seek to blend it all together. Druids are also known animists who can call upon nature spirits to aid them. [70][296], Notorgo is known as the Messenger God. [88] The warrior wave that came after the capture of Hegathe was led by Grandee Yaghoub. Zenithar wishes for his faithful to find joy in their work. While information on them is scarce, the horsemen are a nomadic, primitive folk that wear fur armor and bone necklaces, much like the Reachmen. Agreeing to provide aid, an alliance was formed between the Order of Diagna and the armies of Daggerfall and Sentinel. 1 and wrapping up with the Stanley Cup champion Vegas Golden Knights at No. The Battle of Cryngaine Field resulted in Daggerfall's victory, though at the cost of King Lysandus of Daggerfall's life. Kambria rules over the Kambrian Highlands region, which is still dotted with the fortresses that were ruined during the Tiber Wars. [16], Eventually, the witches of the Wyrd diverged from the True Way in a religious schism, ultimately driven away by what they called the "excesses of the Elves". [137], Kings and Queens are always addressed as "Your Majesty" in conversation; Dukes and Duchesses, "Your Grace". [18][17][32] Due to their mixed heritage, Bretons have been described disparagingly as "degraded hybrids" or a "mongrel race". [34] The gods Magnus and Y'ffre are traditionally associated with elven pantheons. The Order of the Crypt is a Breton knightly order of spell-knights that originally served as keepers of the Crypt of Hearts and protectors within the kingdom of Shornhelm.The Order had taken a vow to not just guard the Crypt of Hearts, but to guard the people against those who might seek to use their hearts in briarheart rituals. After Shandar suffered a mortal wound defending his lover, the goddess Mara took the two mortals and placed them in the heavens so they could always be together, and the light of their love could shine upon the world as moonlight. Druids also use leather for their armor, but with a sense of loss and respect for the animal it was harvested from. [47], On the 7th of Frostfall in 3E 417, as a consequence of actions undertaken by the Agent, the Warp in the West occurred. [102], Although the Systres were claimed by Bendu Olo as an extension of Colovia after the All Flags Navy's victory over the Sload, the War of Righteousness caused the archipelago to be sold by the Colovian Estates to High Rock coin-barons Circa 1E 2327. Less reliable orders may grant promotions in rank over a knight's nobility, wealth, or charisma, but generally, a knightly order will require their members to be skilled warriors so as not to tarnish the group's reputation. Physically, he is described as a tall, bald, and bearded Breton with dark eyes, an indigo robe trimmed with gold, a pointed wizard's hat, and an intricately carved staff. Joile cited that the Orcs were raiding along the Bjoulsae and impeding traffic to the heart of the land as reason enough to make war against the Orcs. The nature of Sethiete is unknown, but what is known is his influence. [1], Most competent knightly orders require applicants to have some degree of martial knowledge or skill before they are considered for membership. [71][73][75] Ryain and his Breton legions were the first to sack the Orc hold of Orsinium. [248], The undead and the Daedra tend to align with the Dark, as their natures are more akin to it. Breton merchant ships are large wooden vessels rigged with square sails. [65][49][56] Ryain Direnni purchased the Isle of Balfiera in 1E 461. [7] Bretons also typically have straight or wavy hair,[42] and possess more defined features such as high and delicate cheekbones, sensuous lips,[43] and have been depicted with pronounced brow ridges. The remaining influential figures returned to the Systres, where these representatives of each race signed the Concordat of Fraternity on All Flags Islet, in hopes to bring about peace and cooperation. The Dominion withdrew from the Redguards' home in 4E 174. [73], As the Direnni Hegemony expanded geographically, the elves, who were few in number, passed increasing powers of administration to the Breton caste. [13] Druidism on the other hand arose as a distinct identity shortly after the Bretons first came about,[18][15] and their Y'ffre-centric religion survived in the Systres Archipelago after their exodus. In death, he was given the duty of safeguarding the Horn of Summoning and eventually the Staff of Chaos. [33] They're often considered a friendly and humorous people, though there is little love lost between many Bretons and Redguards following the vicious War of Betony. Counts usually enjoy less autonomy than dukes and duchesses, as their territories are subservient to the duchies they are part of. Even the humblest of Bretons can boast a high resistance to destructive and dominating magical energies. [285] Stendarr is the patron deity of Bhoriane, Phrygias and Urvaius. Polite and formal but not conceited. Beneath counts and countesses, peerage hierarchy flattens considerably. [UOL 1] Those seeking to display their wealth do so through rich fabrics and glistening ornamentation. The Jedi who were fortunate enough to survive Palpatine's Order 66 went to ground and survived as best they could, and according to one Star Wars fan theory, that even meant potentially working with dark side users like the Knights of Ren. [276] The air spirits Amaro, Pina, and Tallatha, are acknowledged as the fingers of Kynareth by the Skeffington Coven. He was listed alongside Voernet and Druid King Kasorayn as one of the most powerful Breton mages in history. The base rule of the eight kingdoms is that if a woman is ruling one of these areas, she is called the Queen. [20][6][21] They are known for their intelligence and have a quick and perceptive grasp of spellcraft, enchantment, and alchemy. [294], Sai is the God of Luck. Cyrodiil had the Knights of the Thorn, who were woefully incompetent braggarts flouncing around in their fancy armor, but that's about it. [81][63][231][232][233] The Invisible College of Daggerfall is one of Bretic scholarly institutions. [99] Sometime around 1E 2243, the Navy arrived in the Systres Archipelago, where they established a naval base and shipyard within High Isle's Gonfalon Bay, which dwarfed others created for this conflict. Yew, elm, and ash are common in Breton longbows, as the wood is dense and strong, but flexible if tillered properly. Yaghoub conscripted the locals to serve as masons and servants in the building of his new palace, Samaruik, and the rest of the city. Over time, the emerging Bretons absorbed the remaining Nordic population in High Rock, and the land would be definitively Breton by the end of the First Era. So the stories go, at least. This was a factor for Daggerfall's involvement in the War of Betony. #2 May 2019 Onefrkncrzypope Basic b dark age knight: Breton heavy armor Fancier knight: faction heavy armor Maximus Decimus Merdias Russel Crowe: Imperial heavy armor These are easy to get starter looks. [262][303] Saint Marben's Fingerbone is a holy relic of Arkay, and was buried at Sanguine Barrows until it was retrieved in 2E 582. [254] In the Iliac Bay, the Order of Arkay celebrates the Blessed Neutrality that Arkay stands for. [69], After much infighting between the Mer of High Rock over who would rule the province,[70] circa 1E 355, Clan Direnni established their Hegemony after they emerged victorious through political maneuvering and devious machinations. [84] Temples dedicated to the Divine can be found throughout the Iliac Bay and are administered by the Temple of Stendarr, a religious organization dedicated to Stendarr and his teachings, which offered healing and training to the population of the Iliac Bay. Knight Orders are a group of ten knightly groups, spread across ten separate Regions during the events of The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall. The poor peasantry lies at the bottom of the hierarchy. In the end, only the druids were remained. The druids then swiftly expanded across the archipelago into the three other islands,[66] sprouting life where it was once barren. Druidic spellcraft (which differs from the arcane) is said to be the first truly Breton creation, and its practitioners utilize the wellspring of primordial energy the Earthbones left behind, which flows via lines through the ground. For example, in the middle of the Second Era, the region of Glenumbra included Daenia, King's Guard and the Cambray Hills, which all have distinct elements in their culture that distinguish them from each other. Contained within Shalidor's Library, these books are part of the subcollection Stormhaven Lore Where to find The Knightly Orders of High Rock just north of Alcaire Dolmen Mudcrab Beach On the Pirate ship, south of Koeglin Lighthouse On a crate in front of Koeglin Lighthouse The Breton passion for feudal hierarchy pervades every aspect of High Rock society, from the lowliest peasant farmer to the High King in Wayrest.Nowhere is this more apparent than in the curious phenomenon of the Breton knightly orders. [121] The kings of the Daggerfall Covenant looked to Reman as a model Emperor, and saw themselves as the spiritual heirs to the Second Empire. by Lady Cinnabar of Taneth. [215], Breton arts and crafts are influenced by their time under the Direnni. Knights of the Corona. The evils of mortalkind are not always attuned to the Dark, but those that do are incredibly dangerous. The Rise and Fall of the Direnni Hegemony, The Statue of Saint Stental's location near, Elder Scrolls Online - Crown Crate Season Announcement, Arms and Armor of the Breton Champion, Vignac Antieve of Evermore, The Elder Scrolls Online lore interview we wont step anywhere near the Dwemer, Lawrence Schick and Phrastus on Altmer Culture, You're Finally Awake: Nine Developers Recount the Making of Skyrim, https://en.uesp.net/w/index.php?title=Lore:Breton&oldid=2811405, It is unknown what became of the Bretons of the Systres, as the isles were considered by the Third Empire to be Hammerfell's territory in, The Bretons of the Wrothgarian Mountains celebrate. Their children are Princes and Princesses. The Druid King has the authority to bind and command the nature spirits safely, entities that are as unpredictable as nature itself. Stendarr taught him to forge a new pact with the forest, giving him the power to restrain the natural creatures within. Uncover a secret order of knights led by the mysterious Ascendant Lord, who threatens to disrupt peace talks for the ongoing Three Banners War and condemn Tamriel to endless conflict. However, they serve as vital links to guilds, churches, and scholastic organizations that might otherwise receive less attention from the duchy's rulers. [108], As part of the Second Empire, High Rock's soldiers participated in the 80-year Four Score War against Morrowind. If a female ruler, who does not share rank with her husband, dies, there is no male equivalent to the word Dowager. The gods are believed to mostly align with the Light, save for a few who are more ambiguous. The local Stonelore Circle also lent a ship and druids for the coming conflict. He readily agreed, and he was told that he could keep his body for a time before it began to fade. [88][89] Before their arrival, the Bretons and the Elves established an outpost at what is now Sentinel, in order to protect fisherfolk and seafaring merchants from inland Orcs and other hazards in the desert. [4][147], Influenced by constant warfare, Breton fashion is very utilitarian with various flairs. The Wyrd originated from the ancient people that dwelled in High Rock who are referred to by retroactive nomenclature as the Druids of Galen. He is often worshipped by Breton mages who care about their elven blood. Camlorn has served as an open market for goods coming in from the Iliac Bay and the waters west of High Rock, dealing peacefully with Daggerfall and Wayrest to its benefit. His actions led to the sack of Wayrest by Breton corsairs. Order of the Candle. He is the author of several popular stories, several of which are told in A Tale of Kieran. [24] Their love of knowledge and affinity for commerce drives them into a host of careers, including trading, the military, sailing, medicine, textiles, manufacturing, writing, theology, philosophy, banking, all kinds of artistry, and other scholarly pursuits. It is a tradition for Breton parents to keep their childrens' bronzed baby teeth in a jar as remembrances. If the shop's name is, for example, "Lady Annisa's Provisions" or "Lord Boxworth's Fox," that is probably the name of a local titled merchant, not the ruler. The militant arm of the Resolution, the Knights of Iron, represent this part of him. Forces comprised of Redguards, Imperials, Nords and Bretons participated in the Battle of the Red Ring in 4E 175. Druids (also known as vinebeards) are children of the land whose kind have their origins in ancient High Rock. I don't think there are specific sentences or expressions from Breton, but your acts will differ according races you'll meet. [205], The complexity of certain recipes means that some Breton cooks use sundials to track cooking times. [4][5] Bretons make up the peasantry, soldiery, and magical elite of the feudal kingdoms competing for power within High Rock,[7][5] but the race can also found around the rest of Tamriel, often as merchants or mercenaries. Y'ffre and his Earthbones sacrificed themselves during the Dawn Era to create the Green, an act which bound Nirn to the laws of nature. Their grandchildren are also Princes and Princesses. Gyron Vardengroet is an immortal Breton wizard of legend that was born in the early years of the Second Era, and was prophesied by the Gods as a champion that would be sent down to guide others and bring wisdom. Saint Ellenica was a priestess of Arkay. Their eyes age at a normal rate, however, and therefore a Sentinel usually requires a monocle when reading to counteract deteriorating eyesight. [49], There is evidence of human settlements in High Rock dating back at least a thousand years before recorded history. Those who survived the March of Thirst joined Legion reinforcements from High Rock in northern Hammerfell in 4E 173, and the Dominion suffered losses in the province soon after. He thus became the first Viridian Sentinel. [84], The Dragon God of Time is acknowledged as the first of the gods to emerge from the Beginning Place. [47][147] According to Imperial sources, function is valued over form, resulting in earthen, hand-crafted dwellings free from ornament. Note: The following references are considered to be unofficial sources. His places of worship are known as the Temples of Sethiete, and one of his temples is a landmark in the city of Camlorn that anchors the main street with the Royal Palace. Sheor, Phynaster, Y'ffre and Magnus have significant cults in High Rock. They emphasized the increasing Imperial tithes to support their position. According to the legend of the Viridian Sentinel, long ago the Direnni forged a covenant with the Earth Bones to protect their settlements located throughout all of High Rock from the wild. The Red Rook bandit clan was a subgroup that originated in King's Guard as a loose group of hunters and highwaymen that targeted caravans traveling across regional borders. Regardless, the Sinistral Elves took over the archipelago, and the druidic circles were forced into hiding. [133] It is unknown what parts of the prophecy came true, but by the fifth century of the Third Era, druids were once again present in the regions surrounding the Iliac Bay. [UOL 11] Reliquaries of Raen can be found across the Iliac Bay region. [2] Druidism would later be reintroduced to mainland Tamriel, specifically around the Iliac Bay. [258][259] The scions of House Tamrith study the Way of the Light and obey Arkay's teachings. [88] The Tavans kept the Aldmeri name for the harborage they captured from the beastfolk, and used it as a staging ground during their conquests. He is represented by a golden eye, an astrolabe or a telescope, but a staff is his most common symbol. [144], Breton culture, despite its seeming homogeneity, is differentiable in each of High Rock's kingdoms due to the many subcultures of the regions of High Rock. [148] The Propaganda of the Daggerfall Covenant during the Interregnum also put emphasis on freedom,[149] and in 2E 582, the people of Evermore were allowed to freely criticize Queen Arzhela and the royal family, though many of them would later be discovered to be Imperial spies working on behalf of Septima Tharn and the Seventh Legion. One of his many adventures involved him saving a baron's daughter from sure death at the hands of a warlord. I was reading the lore book the knightly orders of high rock and it mentioned an alternative of being a "merchant knight." This made me wonder amd question the validity of knights in high rock. [1] Clan Direnni was inspired to outlaw the religion of the Alessian Reform by Rislav Larich's victory against Emperor Gorieus, and began pushing into Imperial territory. Order of the Hour. [123] Focused on "restoring the glory of Reman's legacy", the Covenant cited its focus on freedom, worship of the Divines, and primacy of trade as reasons it was meant to be the center of Cyrodiil's power. An example are people that achieved the title through outstanding contributions to the economy. Their struggle creates energies that distort their surroundings, and those energies are so powerful that life can appear. Aside from that there's not much more detail. It was buried in a tomb near Lorkrata Hills until it was retrieved by a Knight of Arkay in 2E 582.[307]. [136], Other wars which occurred in High Rock during this Era included the War of the Bend'r-mahk in 3E 397, in which Skyrim conquered land in the east including the Kingdom of Jehanna. [84] The island of Betony is considered holy land of Kynareth. [169], The Bretons of the south build stone cemeteries to house their dead, and the nobility has always been interred in ornate mausoleums. Supported by vassals from House Aurmine, the despot king's Knights of the Pale Order slaughtered the Direnni wholesale during the latter years of their flight from High Rock. [241] Knighthood is used to confer a measure of nobility, and it can be granted to people of the lower classes as a reward for significant contributions to society. #1 May 2019 TiZzA93 The breton style is cheap gives a fully armoured knight appearance. Other regions in High Rock are ruled by Dukes and Duchesses, Marquises (or Marquesses) and Marquises (or Marchionesses), Counts and Countesses, Viscounts or Viscountesses, Barons or Baronesses, and Lords or Ladies. [309], Saint Vitache is the Patron of Millers, Scissor-Grinders, and Bathhouse Attendants. Legend holds she was the first to agree to Lorkhan's idea to invent the mortal plane, and she provided a space for its creation. [89], Orsinium was built on the boundary between western Wrothgar and Rivenspire in the tenth century of the First Era. [7], The earliest Bretons, the Manmer, worshipped a variety of gods derived from the faiths of their Nedic and Aldmer ancestors. He originated as a god of crop failure, and is believed to have been introduced by the elves during their conflicts with the Nords as a demonized version of Shor. [216] Bretons see tanning as a fine art. [255] The Knights of the Circle are the military arm of the Order. It was also the reason why the conflict escalated to the Battle of Cryngaine Field which ended the war. [157] Using excessive profanity in the presence of nobility in High Isle was grounds for being charged, however. [56][65] No longer bound to a line of druidic kings,[57] their symbology disappeared almost overnight. A store with an unnamed ruler's title has probably been around for some time, and does not bother to change its name with the new name of the ruler. He became a soldier, but he was killed in his first battle just as it was won. High Rock's cultural history is founded on tales of such noble and chivalrous knights, which supposedly fought for Breton liberation and drove the Direnni back to Balfiera Isle. [138][139] The Warp in the West reduced the amount of squabbling kingdoms in High Rock from "a hundred" to about five; according to Imperial sources, it was the most unified High Rock had ever been. [7] Plate armor, tabards, and heraldry is part of the Breton image. The True Way is a promise made to the "groves, to the seas, to the sky", and under the Oak's Promise, druids are to "stand strong, stay true, and shelter all". Despite this, Breton arms and armaments are not unvaried and have can have their own flair, such as that shields may be emblazoned with lion heads, or staves can be carved and adorned with enchanted gems. Widowers of Queens usually take another title, either a lesser family title or one given by their children. [250] Worship of the elven gods still exists in modern Breton culture, such as among Bretons that emphasize their elvish blood, who are often drawn towards Phynaster. Their outside experiences and their interactions with different races resulted in three sects developing, each with their own interpretation of Y'ffre's will; the Stonelore, Eldertide, and Firesong Circles. His exploits would earn him the title of The Sage, and Great Sage. [114] After the assassination of Savirien-Chorak in 2E 430, Orsinium lost its status and protection as an Imperial territory, resulting in another sacking of the city in 2E 431, an assault which was spearheaded by the Bretons of Shornhelm. At the same time, a Breton man named Cassyr Whitley of Dwynnen defected from the Imperial army and spied on the Dunmer's behalf. Statues of Ephen depict him wielding a hammer, atop of an anvil of adamantium,[293] and shrines dedicated to him can be found across the Iliac Bay. [17], In older chivalric orders, heavy rings served as a knight's symbol of membership. High Rock assisted Hammerfell during the Great War. [251][252] He is the patron deity of Wayrest and the Isle of Balfiera. They are noted in the. These merchants do not take up arms, but are instead expected to heavily contribute to their knightly order's finances. The order's tenets, simple and unwavering, were to fight for the good of all High Rock and every Breton. However, as champions of nature, they are not afraid to defend their ancient sites from the cruelty of civilization, as violence and death are natural. [115][91][116] The Bretons seized control of the land and scattered the Orcs across northern Tamriel. Instead, they were given privileged positions among the Nedes, which eventually led to a recognizable mixed-blood human caste dubbed "Bretons", from the Ehlnofex "beratu", meaning "half". [47] Another Orsinium was accepted as a territory of the Second Empire during the reign of the Akaviri Potentate Savirien-Chorak. Due to the innate magical ability of Bretons, children are tested for their magical potential at an early age, and those who pass enter apprenticeship programs funded by the Mages Guild or independent sponsorships. This usually leaves the victim in poverty or debt. This page was last edited on 23 April 2023, at 22:18. If the position was not achieved through conflict, the membership is nominal only. In 1E 2484, Mount Firesong erupted once more, devastating the island and killing many of the inhabitants. After Whitley's faulty information cost Morrowind the fortress of Ald Marak, he returned to High Rock, where he crossed paths with Dunmeri exile Turala. Saint Pelin the Martyr was a Breton priest of Stendarr that ascended to the role of sainthood following his divine act in the defense of the Bangkorai Garrison in 1E 1029, which in turn, brought the province of High Rock into the First Empire of Cyrodiil. [294], The nature of Jhim Sei is unknown, although their sphere of influence may revolve around music, since they are compared to Jephre, the elven God of Song and Forest in the historical-fiction novel, King Edward. General Talos recaptured the city and integrated the Nordic forces, impressed by his thu'um, into his own army. [17] Indeed, the modern Breton has a natural affinity for environmental manipulation. [4] The distant shores of the Systres were also affected, as in 1E 2704, the Reman Empire reclaimed the archipelago, ending the Green Years when they reinstalled Breton coin-barons as the rulers. As the name suggests, they are known for their horses. [18] Each of the Eight Divines have their own templar knightly orders as the militant arm of their respective temples. [158], According to some sources, the Reachmen of eastern High Rock and western Skyrim are thought to share distant roots with the Bretons, but diverge severely in their culture and traditions. Most people in High Rock live in small cottages in the countryside or townhouses in the cities; only the nobility and their servants live in large castles. [173] Before High Rock's integration into the Alessian Empire circa 1E 1029,[97] some Breton nobility were known to write in Aldmeris as a sign of their pride for their Elvish heritage. [4] Though the Aldmer kept hold of their lands, the Skyrim Conquests brought some of High Rock under Nordic control by 1E 246. [269] They are believed to have spread the term "magicka" to describe the "power associated with performing magic". [175][57] Druidic runes are referred to as draoifoglyphs. [202], Breton villages and towns are varied depending on their location, for example, buildings in mountainous regions such as Kambria are fully stone. The husband of a Queen and the wife of a King is not necessarily of equal rank they may not be Kings and Queens themselves. [137], The decentralized nature of Breton society has also given it surprising resilience during times of upheaval or chaos. [136] By the Third Era, there were eight major Breton kingdoms in the province of High Rock: Daggerfall, Camlorn, Wayrest, Shornhelm, Northpoint, Evermore, Farrun, and Jehanna. [50] As a result of the Nords founding fortified towns along the coasts to support their pillaging parties, some of High Rock's cities such as Daggerfall, Camlorn, and Reich Gradkeep, are Nordic in origin. . Black magic is more a matter of intent than effect. The Old Goddess of Flowers. [240], Dwynnen, for example, is a Barony, and the Baron or Baroness of Dwynnen outrank any other noble in that territory, even Dukes and Counts. He is worshipped at altars in High Rock and Hammerfell. They are practitioners of Y'ffre's True Way (also known as Druidism), in which one is to lead a life connecting with, valuing, and stewarding the growth of the natural world referred to as the Green. Not just the temples of the Divines, but almost every important region had its own knightly order in TESII, and some of them (like .