How do you become a Jarl in Riften?

Become Thane of Riften

For Riften you must go to the Riften Fishery and look for a lady that has a Skooma addiction. You then give her some coin and ask her where she gets her skooma. Afterwards, you talk to the jarl and complete the skooma dealer quests.

Why won't it let me become Thane of Riften?

Visiting Honeyside for the first time before becoming named Thane of Riften may prevent you from ever being able to be named Thane of Riften. After purchasing the house, immediately speak with the Jarl to avoid this bug. This bug is fixed by version 1.4 of the Official Skyrim Patch.

What happens if you become Thane of all holds?

Benefits of Being a Thane[edit]

Grants you a personal housecarl follower (if available). Grants you a symbolic weapon of the city. Guards will forgive any bounty of less than 2000 gold (once per hold).

Can you become Thane of all 9 holds?

Yes you can be Thane in all Nine Holds in Skyrim simultaneously. You can also join all guilds at the same time.

Why won't Maven make me Thane?

If Maven becomes the Jarl of Riften, the Last Dragonborn loses the ability to become Thane as she says that they are trying to steal her throne, unless the Dragonborn has high level of alliance with her.

Skyrim. How To Become The Thane Of Riften (The Rift)

Can you overthrow Maven?

No. She has an “Essential Tag” which keeps her immortal & unkillable. All you'll ever be able to do is beat the crap out of her, but she'll never die. If you want her to die, you'll have to cheat via Command Console, and remove her Essential Tag, THEN you can kill her.

How do you trigger Thane of Riften?

Become Thane of Riften

For Riften you must go to the Riften Fishery and look for a lady that has a Skooma addiction. You then give her some coin and ask her where she gets her skooma. Afterwards, you talk to the jarl and complete the skooma dealer quests.

Can the Dragonborn become a Jarl?

Though the Dragonborn is able to become a member of secret societies like the Thieves Guild or curry favor with a city's authorities to become one of its Thanes, there is no way for players to officially ascend to the powerful Jarl position in Skyrim.

Who's better Stormcloaks or Imperials?

Pick Imperial if you want to play a character who is originally from a place aside from Skyrim, as it doesn't make sense to fight under a banner that ultimately won't accept you. Pick Stormcloak if you believe the Empire has no right to say what Skyrim denizens can and can't do, especially if you are a Nord.

How many quests does it take to become Thane of Riften?

This will require the completion of two quests. "The Raid" is a simple quest where you talk to the Jarl of Riften about the Skooma problem. They'll ask you to enter the Riften warehouse and kill Sarthis Idren, a key player in the operation.

What weapon does the Jarl give you?

The Blade of Haafingar is unique for being the only Thane weapon that can only be given by one NPC: Jarl Elisif The Fair. Because she retains Jarlhood of Solitude even in a Stormcloak victory, it doesn't matter which side you choose.

Can you marry the Jarl of Solitude?

No in vanilla game but you can always use console commands or a mod if they have the same voice actor as other marriable characters, like Elisif or Siddgeir.

Should I give up Riften or Winterhold?

Give him Winterhold. Ulfric gets Markarth for the Silver, and pretty much everything else.

What does the jarl of Riften give you?

Jarl Laila Law-Giver is the Jarl of Riften. She is confident that she has things under control though it is obvious that the Thieves' Guild has a strong influence in the city. She will allow the player to purchase a home and become a Thane by completing her and her people's tasks.

What happens if I give Riften to the Imperials?

Phase 3: You must give up either Riften or Dawnstar to the Imperials. Giving up Riften pleases the Imperials, giving up Dawnstar pleases the Stormcloaks. Phase 4: Imperials want compensation for a battle at Karthwasten. Giving it to them pleases the Imperials, denying it pleases the Stormcloaks.

What is the strongest faction in Skyrim?

What is the best side to join in Skyrim?

Which Skyrim ending is canon?

So, the 'fact' that he then went to Akavir is just speculation in the games own universe. But, in Skyrim's DB questline you have the option (though it's well hidden) to destroy the Dark Brotherhood and in doing so you save the Emperor's life. Which ending is canon.

Who is the strongest Jarl in Skyrim?

Who should Dragonborn marry?

If the Dragonborn's heart beats for a mage, there's no better choice than Brelyna Maryon. She might seem a little unprofessional with her spells, but she shows great promise as a descendant of the Telvanni household. To find her, players need to become a member of the College of Winterhold.

Who is the most powerful Dragonborn in Elder Scrolls?

Is there a secret entrance to Riften?

There are three entrances into Riften instead of the typical one of two. This is the only hold in Skyrim that has so many entrances. All of the other holds that have walls can only be entered from one main gate and, rarely, a side entrance that requires sneaking.

Why can't I become Thane of Falkreath?

Look to see if you have the quest "rare gifts" active, and finish it if it's for someone else. You can then get the quest from Siddgeir, get the bounty quest from him, do the favors for the townsfolk, and then you are Thane.