Online:Hildegard

Hildegard
Location	Dark Brotherhood Sanctuary
Race	Nord	Gender	Female
Health	39,959
Reaction	Friendly
Other Information
Faction(s)	Dark Brotherhood
Condition	Werewolf

Hildegard

Hildegard is a Nord member of the Dark Brotherhood. She is also a werewolf and has been struggling to live among other humans. Kor, a fellow Brotherhood member and adoptive big brother, acts as her guardian.

Related Quests

• Questions of Faith: Help your fellow Brotherhood member regain their faith in the guild.
• Filling the Void: One more soul needs to be sent to the Void to eliminate the powers threatening the Dark Brotherhood.

Quest-Related Events

Welcome Home

Kor and Hildegard

During Welcome Home, Hildegard is too shy to greet you and instead hides in her cage in werewolf form. You can notice Kor talking to her:

Kor: It's all right, little one. Just a new smell. Your new Brother or Sister must be here! Don't you want to meet them?"

Kor: Come on now Hilde. Don't be shy …."

A Lesson in Silence

In the beginning of the quest:

Hildegard: "The Grand Sermonizer is at it again, Matron."

Kor: "Those loud-mouthed fanatics! It's time to teach them a lesson about the blessings of silence!"

Astara Caerellius: "Enough! I'll decide how we respond to these malign sermons."

Astara Caerellius: "Initiate, I have a task for you."

After talking to Astara about your assignment:

Kor: "Initiate, I have my own contract in Kvathch. I'll join you and Tanek as soon as I'm finished."

Hildegard: "Three blades on the same contract? Is that wise, Matron?"

Astara Caerellius: "Just make sure the Grand Sermonizer dies, initiate. That's my chief concern."

When you talk to her later, she'll say :

"Oh, hello. Sorry about not greeting you earlier. I … wasn't exactly in a talkative mood when you arrived."

You seem nervous. Is everything all right?

"I suppose. It's just, well, my condition. The lycanthropy.
My transformations. I can't trigger them at will and they don't follow any pattern we've been able to discern. Venom called it a "divergent strain." I'm not sure what that means."

So you could turn into a beast at any moment?

"I guess so. Usually I can feel it coming, kind of like when Kor feels a storm in his big toe.
As long as I can get out of the Sanctuary or into my cage before I lose control, I won't hurt anybody. At least, not any of the family."

Ever thought about seeking a cure?

"I don't think I want to be cured. The wolf is a part of me. It's who I am.
I would like to learn to control it, though. Kor and Mirabelle think I'll get the hang of it eventually. Venom even keeps meticulous records every time I change."

You don't seem like a typical assassin.

"Neither do you, come to think of it. Is it bad to be … different?
I may not have the training or experience of some of the others, but Astara says I'm the best tracker in the family. Whenever a target tries to hide, I always find them."

And you don't have a problem with killing?

"The wolf kills. That is its purpose.
Astara taught me that I become a wolf in order to accomplish what the Night Mother requests of her children. My prey already belongs to Sithis. The wolf just helps them find the Void."

By ripping them apart?

"I don't remember much of what the wolf does. Kor assures me that I'm never cruel when I send souls to Father. I trust my Brother. And I trust Astara. They saved me. Gave me something to believe in. For that, I'm happy to serve the Dark Brotherhood."

Hildegard tends to the wounded Tanek in the sanctuary with Kor:

Kor: "Don't worry, Tanek. A cask of mead and you'll be back on your feet in no time!"

Tanek: "Ech. Your mead tastes like bee vomit. I'll pass."

Hildegard: "Tanek, I hate that this happened to you!"

Tanek: "You worry more than the Matron, Hildegard. I'll be as good as new before you know it. Ah, New-blade has arrived. Give us the room if you would, Kor."

Kor: "Certainly, Tanek, but I still expect you to be completing contracts again in a few days."

Tanek: "I'll do my best not to disappoint you."

Hildegard: "Take your time, Tanek. I'm going to say a prayer for your quick recovery."

Questions of Faith

After defeating the Silver Dawn and heading south you'll see Kor talking to Hildegard, who is in her werewolf form:

Kor: "It's me, Hilde, your big brother! Calm down. We're here to help."

Hildegard: [howl]

Kor: "Remember yourself. Remember who you are."

[Hildegard reverts to her human form.]

Kor: "That's good, little sister. Very good. Now breathe. Relax."

You can then talk to her:

"I did not mean to cause so much trouble. I never meant to put you or Kor in harm's way."

Why didn't you return to the Sanctuary, Hildegard?

"I meant to. But the Chanter told me I had to flee. He said my past and my wild nature were going to cause the people I love to come to harm. He said the deaths of our Brothers and Sisters were my fault—and it was going to get worse if I remained."

Chanter Nemus told you all this? He knows about you and the Brotherhood?

"The Chanter sings to the Divines. He speaks for Akatosh! I had to tell him things. About me. About the family.
It happened before. I was a danger to my wolf clan. Now I am a danger to Kor. To you and the others. You're all better off without me."

Chanter Nemus deceived you. He sent the Silver Dawn to kill you.

"No! Why would the Chanter do that? He told me to return to my old life, to the wilderness. He said I'd be safe, that no one else would get hurt if I left.
He promised that Akatosh would show me the way!"

We're a family, Hilde. We protect each other. We're stronger together.

"You … you really mean that? Even after I abandoned the family, you still want me around? I'm sorry I caused so much trouble. I let my fear allow the Chanter to deceive me. That is not going to happen again. Kor and I, we'll handle things. Together."

Let's get back to the Gold Coast.

You abandoned us when we needed you the most. It was foolish and dangerous.

"I … I—you're right. I should never have listened to the Chanter. But after what happened to Tanek, I let my fear of losing my family drive me to do something stupid. I should have come back and talked to Kor.
I—I'm sorry. I'm … I'm so sorry."

I think we should get back to the Gold Coast.

When spoken to at any point after agreeing to return to the Gold Coast, Hildegard has this to say:

If you were kind to her:	If you were harsh to her:
"Now that it's all over, I feel like a fool for listening to the Chanter. I might have to pay him a visit one of these nights and even the score."	"I won't run off again. I promise. My place is with my family. No matter what happens. Still, I hate that the Chanter tricked me. I'm going to follow Kor's suggestion and stick a fork in the old fool. Or in this case, a very sharp knife."

You said you were a danger to your wolf clan. Can you tell me about that?

"I guess you never heard. I grew up … different.
My parents were Nords, but we followed a different path from most other Nords. We admired the were-beasts. Wanted to be like them. We … drank their blood."

And that's how you became a werewolf?

"My clan were hunters. We worshiped Hircine. Becoming a werewolf was part of that. It was the way things were done.
But I could not control my wolf form. I … I hurt someone. Badly. After that, I ran away. To save them."

And that's when Kor found you?

"Not at first. I lived on my own, deep in the mountains. I was wild, feral. Then Kor found me. He took me in and gave me a family again. If not for him, I don't know where I'd be right now.
Now if only I could make that damn Chanter pay …"

Back in Anvil you can agree to take care of the Chanter for her:

I'll handle the Chanter. Where can I find him?

"You'd do that? For me? I … thank you.
Chanter Nemus tends to the Akatosh shrine in the Chapel of Dibella. He spends a lot of time in the chapel office when he isn't lying to foolish young women. Make him feel pain before you kill him, all right?"

I'll take care of the Chanter. Go home, Hildegard.

You can talk to her again before leaving to take care of the Chanter.

If you were kind to her she will say:	If you were harsh to her she will say instead:
"It means a lot that you still want me to be a part of the family. I won't let you or Kor down again. Just make sure Chanter Nemus pays for what he tried to do to me."	"I won't forget what you said. I won't ever abandon my family again. Just make sure Chanter Nemus pays for what he tried to do to me."

A Special Request

When you have been promoted to the rank of Assassin, speak to Hildegard. She will say, "I overheard Astara talking. She praised your skill and obedience, which is a rare thing. You're really making a name for yourself and she appreciates it, even if she doesn't always show it. Keep it up. Just stay safe, all right?"

Dark Revelations

When you have returned from your mission at the Enclave of the Hourglass, Hildegard is sad to hear of Mirabelle's death, "Mirabelle … But she was so strong. So … Mirabelle. I hope she finds Cimbar in the Void."

The Wrath of Sithis

Hildegard is present when you return to the sanctuary after dealing with the Black Dragon:

Tanek: "So the New-blade brought down the Black Dragon? And I didn't expect you'd survive your first contract!"

Hildegard: "All our Brothers and Sisters murdered. But we're safe now, right? The Black Dragon's dead."

Astara Caerellius: "The Assassin ended the threat of the Black Dragon, but we won't be safe until Artorius joins her in the Void."

Hildegard: "But the Primate speaks for Akatosh! Isn't that blasphemy?"

Kor: "It can't be blasphemy if we don't adhere to that religion, Hilde."

Tanek: "I want to plunge my dagger into him, once for every Brother and Sister he's killed."

Astara Caerellius: "Artorius will die. You have my word on that. And you'll each have a hand in the slaying. Now move. We have preparations to make."

Filling the Void

Hildegard and Kor participate in the raid on Kvatch's Cathedral. You come across them pretty early:

[Hildegard, in werewolf form, howls in the distance.]

Kor: "Hilde, wait! Hilde! Hildegard! By all the ice in Eastmarch, she's fast when she's furry!"

After you aid Kor in fending off a Wamasu Matriarch, Hildegard reappears briefly:

Kor: "That was … intense. Glad you showed up when you did."

[Hildegard enters the room.]

Hildegard: "There you are, Kor! Did you need to stop and rest again?"

Kor: "I never rest when there's trouble around! We dealt with the big monster, and now I'm taking a break."

If you manage to speak to her after killing the wamasu, she'll decry:

"Did you really have to kill the wamasu? She was just defending her children.
Sorry, I—I should not complain. You've got a lot on your mind, what with the Primate and all. We'll wait here and make sure the way remains clear for the others."

When the mission is over, you can speak to her:

"I'm glad Artorius is dead. Does that make me a bad person?
He took Mirabelle and Cimbar and the others away from us. Ultimately, their deaths are on his head. I'm glad I was there to see you finish him off, Silencer."

Dialogue

Hildegard and Kor playing dice after completion of Questions of Faith

While in the Sanctuary you have the opportunity to strike up a conversation with her.

After finishing Questions of Faith she can be found in the sleeping quarters of Dark Brotherhood Sanctuary playing dice with Kor. You can talk to her:

"Thank you for helping me see that I do belong here. That I belong with my family."

After you become a Silencer, she can be found in the kitchen area with Kor.

"I'm happy for you, Silencer, but I miss our lost Brothers and Sisters. Durisa, Van, Cimbar, Mirabelle, Green-Venom-Tongue. Dread Father must have needed them at his side."

"I'm so proud of you! Silencer. I never expected to know one of them.
You accomplished so much in so little time. Fortunata, the Black Dragon, Artorius. Tanek says you did it to make the rest of us look bad. That's not true, though, is it?"

"I'm glad Artorius is dead. Does that make me a bad person?
He took Mirabelle and Cimbar and the others away from us. Ultimately, their deaths are on his head. I'm glad I was there to see you finish him off, Silencer."

Conversations

You can also witness her conversations with other Dark Brotherhood members in the main hallway.

Hildegard: "Matron? You never said anything about my leaving. The time I went to Skyrim."

Astara Caerellius: "You're correct. I didn't."

Hildegard: "Why not?"

Astara Caerellius: "If I'd ordered your death, I would have ordered Kor's as well. But I couldn't allow our numbers to fall that low."

Hildegard: "Oh. That … makes sense, I suppose …."

Tanek: "I had some questions. Kor said I should ask you directly."

Hildegard: "No, I don't shed, nor do I chase tossed bones. Yes, I mark my territory. No, I don't know why."

Tanek: "I wanted to know how your hair stays braided when you transform back. You mark your territory?"

Hildegard: "No! No, I was joking. It was a joke."

Tanek: "Of course it was. Just stay away from my things if you feel the beast coming on, eh?"

Kor: "Why back to Skyrim? What brought this on?"

Hildegard: "Just for a few weeks."

Kor: "Matron willing, I'll join you. But why?"

Hildegard: "I want to hunt like I am now. Not by instinct. I want everyone to know I am a part of this family."

Kor: "Of course, Hilde. We'll take the contract together."

^{needs many more conversations added}

Furnishing

Share your generous hospitality with this Dark Brotherhood duo to learn more about Hildegard's dual nature and Kor's life experiences. — Houseguests: Hildegard and Kor bundle description

When this fledgling Dark Brotherhood assassin isn't using her werewolf abilities to complete contracts, she reflects on her dual nature. After adding Hildegard to your home, you can set her on a path, plus you and your visitors can speak with her.

Hildegard

Hildegard Furnishing
Type	Houseguest
Acquired From	Crown Store: Houseguests: Hildegard and Kor
Price	025002,500
Availability	December 21, 2023 - January 4, 2024

Hildegard and Kor are available as houseguests. They are paired in the Houseguests: Hildegard and Kor bundle, which was available in the Crown Store for 025002,500  from December 21, 2023 to January 4, 2024.

Occurrences

Appearances: 1

• Crown Store — December 21, 2023 - January 4, 2024

Houseguest Dialogue

Hildegard as a houseguest

"Aside from the occasional howl, I'm told I can be quite stealthy. It comes in handy while stalking prey in the forests for dinner. So staying hidden while hunting a contract comes naturally.
Until Kor crashes by with a raised sword, that is."

"Do you smell that? Wait, now it's gone. No, there it is again! A rat, maybe? Or some other vermin?
Oh, sorry. Don't take offense. There are so many different smells here. It takes time to get used to."

"Kor says I am too young to have regrets. I've hurt people, lost my family. Even lost myself for a while. Sometimes I wish I could take it all back.
But without that, I wouldn't have my brother and the path I'm on now. That is worth the struggle."

"Mirabelle had to teach me to clean my teeth when I joined the family. She assumed I never learned because I was raised by werewolves. In truth, it's because I grew up with Nords."

"My first trip into the city scared me so bad I couldn't stop shaking. The shouting, people moving around, and the smells, ugh! So many smells! Too overwhelming.
I manage fine now. Maybe one day I can see one of those bard shows I've heard about."

"Others in my family have much stronger beliefs about Sithis and Night Mother than I do. I think I'm a bit jealous of that. It gives them a clearer purpose.
I'll take them over Hircine any day, though."

"I'm a werewolf and I can be upfront about it here, right? No judgmental types around? I can usually feel the change coming upon me, just as Kor knows a storm is imminent when his big toe starts to ache."

"Fear of werewolves makes sense, but I would never hurt anyone. Well, aside from our contracts. But that is in service of our Dread Father and not personal.
Not all werewolves come from the same mold. I hope you keep that in mind."

"My big brother Kor found me at my worst. I'd wandered alone for so long that I forgot how to talk to people. There was no balance between the wolf and the Nord.
He was kind to me. He understood my loneliness. I think he was lonely, too."

"Call me Hildegard. Or Hilde. I don't mind. My brother Kor calls me that. Or little one. He is larger than me, at least while I'm in this form. We're part of the Dark Brotherhood, but that's a secret. And I'm a werewolf. I guess that's a secret, too."

"People have told me that my wolf form and my human form have very different personalities. I like that, honestly. Maybe one day I'll have control over each side and they'll come together as one."

"People assume that since I'm a werewolf I only eat bloody meat torn from the bone. I've learned to be much more civilized of late. Kor showed me how to use a fork and I almost never forget to use my napkin. I still like food rare, though."

"When they invited Kor over, I hope they didn't expect a quiet evening. My sweet brother thinks a shout is the same as a whisper. Just be prepared for good mead and loud boasting.
I wouldn't have it any other way."

"On our way here, I felt a transformation coming. I leapt off the cart and ran into the woods. When Kor found me, he said the driver feared that I left because the horses smelled so bad.
It was quite funny, but we had to walk the rest of the way."

"Don't be alarmed, but could you show me in advance where the privy is? My wolf side has learned some manners while in polite company, but apparently some basic etiquette still eludes her."

"Maybe it's the wolf in me, but I prefer the great outdoors. So many colors to take in and smells to explore."

"The Silver Dawn hunted my clan when I was young. We had to wander through Skyrim for years to stay ahead of their blades. I haven't felt comfortable living in one place ever since. But I'm working on it."

"I love Kor. He is my brother. He cares for me when I need it, and he believes in me. I would do anything for him.
But if he tries to sing one more damned Nord drinking song, I will tear his head off."

"It's not fair when the others find hair around the sanctuary and blame me. I am not that hairy most of the time! Everyone else has hair, too. Well, most everyone. People should not leap to conclusions."

"You wouldn't know a place nearby where a person could do some howling, would you? Maybe with a nice echo and soft grass to sit in. Just curious."

"My brother Kor was an orphan, did you know that? We're not supposed to talk about our pasts, but knowing that explains a lot about him. He's so eager to help those he's close to. Behind that loud voice, he's a big softy."

"I think my wolf side likes Kor quite a bit. She always brings him tokens of affection after each kill. Sure, it's a bit embarrassing when I come back to myself with a finger bone between my teeth. But it's also sweet."

"Before I met my big brother Kor and we became part of our family, my birth parents forced me to drink the blood of were-beasts. It tasted awful, but it made me what I am today. Don't worry. I will let you know if I feel a change coming on."

"We're not supposed to talk about it, but you seem friendly enough. My brother Kor and I, we're part of the Dark Brotherhood. And I'm a werewolf. Keep it to yourself and Kor probably won't try to kill you.
Probably."

"I heard from a shopkeep in Kvatch that Western Skyrim is having a horrible time with werewolf attacks. He claimed it was some kind of uprising. I wonder if my old clan is involved.
No, I don't plan to join them, if that's what you're thinking."

"I'll try to describe the feeling I get before I transform. Have you ever eaten so much honeyed oats that you feel a weight in your stomach but also queasy from the sweetness? \n\nMix that with ants marching on your skin. Yes, that sounds about right."

"Is there space here for Kor and I to do some sparring? We like to stay prepared for a fight and he's the only person I trust when the wolf comes out.
It should be somewhere with no valuables. Or furniture. Or people. Actually, we'll go outside."

If you are a werewolf:

"What's the best and worst thing about being a werewolf? I'll go first.
Best. The power and the freedom. I love to howl all night long! Worst. Waking up with mystery bits between my teeth. I don't know about you, but werewolf me isn't a picky eater."

"So we're both werewolves. No big deal. It's not like we're suddenly going to transform and tear everything to shreds.
Right? I'm never quite sure of the policies in these instances."

"You're a werewolf, like me. Do you remember your first transformation? Mine was painful and scary. All I had ever known was one body, and then suddenly I began to change against my will. It's good to talk to someone who can understand that."

"If you don't mind me asking, you're a werewolf, aren't you? Oh, don't be concerned. I can tell. It's not hard to spot another member of the pack. I don't go out of my way, but when I encounter a fellow were-creature, I like to compare notes."

If you are a member of the Dark Brotherhood:

"You know that cage where you saw me the first time? That area used to be Elam Drals's bedroom. He liked it because of all the space. Kor claimed he got special permission from Elam to build it, but I suspect it involved a weapon and some threats."

If you are Silencer:

"Oh, Silencer, it's so good to see you! I've missed you terribly! And about that conversation we had, the time I abandoned our family? I remember everything you said. I may not have shown it at the time, but it helped. It really did."

"From Initiate to Silencer in such a brief time. You're an inspiration, my friend! I hope to please our Dread Father and Night Mother in the same way. And I think I can, once I gain a little more control over the wolf inside me."

Aside from the dialogue she occasionally turns to a werewolf form for a brief moment.

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