The Dark Brotherhood is a guild of assassins who worship Sithis. Their questline is dark, morally ambiguous, and filled with intrigue, assassinations, and a grand conspiracy against the Emperor. This is perfect for stealthy, cunning characters who enjoy a darker narrative.
Joining the Dark Brotherhood:
Inquire about the 'Whispers in the Dark' quest in Windhelm or Riften. You'll be directed to Aventus Aretino in Windhelm, who is attempting to summon the Brotherhood. Complete his quest 'Innocence Lost', then sleep in any bed to be abducted and begin 'With Friends Like These...'.
Key Quests:
- Innocence Lost: Your first contract, unknowingly for the Brotherhood.
- With Friends Like These...: Your initiation into the Brotherhood.
- Sanctuary: Establishing your place within the Falkreath Sanctuary.
- Mourning Never Comes: A series of contracts.
- Whispers in the Dark: Uncovering a prophecy.
- The Silence Has Been Broken: A major contract against the Emperor.
- Bound Until Death: Assassinating a wedding guest.
- Breaching Security: Sabotaging a target's security.
- The Cure For Madness: A journey to retrieve a powerful potion.
- Death Incarnate: Defending the Sanctuary from an attack.
- Hail Sithis!: The final, climactic assassination of the Emperor.
Rewards:
Unique armor sets (Shrouded Armor), powerful enchantments, a spectral horse (Shadowmere), and the ability to summon a powerful assassin. Completing the questline grants you access to a new sanctuary and a steady income from contracts.