Skyrim Quotes

A collection of some of Skyrim’s best (and worst) one-liners. Everyone from followers, to merchants, to guards has something to say (usually repeatedly). This list is ongoing – use the contact form and submit your favorite Skyrim quote for inclusion.

Followers and Hirelings

“I am sworn to carry your burdens.” Lydia

“I have a bad feeling about this.” Lydia

“I’ve got your back.” Lydia

“Lead on.” Lydia

“I’ve never seen anything quite like that.” Lydia

“You won’t get the best of me!” Lydia

“Now you’ll pay!” Lydia

“I’ll kill you if I have to!” Lydia

“We’re one of the same kind, you and I. I’m happy to have met you.” Jenassa

“Lead on then.” Jenassa

Merchants and Innkeepers

“Some people call this junk. Me? I call it treasure.” Merchants

“Looking to protect yourself? Or deal some damage? Merchants

“Remember”¦ I’ll give you the best deals or die trying.” Belethor

“What are you hunting? Never mind”¦ I don’t want to know.” Elrindir, The Drunken Huntsman

“I’ve food for the hungry, and drink for the thirsty.” Innkeepers

“Something different about you”¦ I can tell. I hope you’re not here to cause trouble.” Innkeepers

“The meals I serve aren’t exactly what I’d call a Jarl’s feast, but they’ll fill your belly.” Innkeepers

“I’ll show you to your room. Right this way.” Innkeepers

Guards and Imperials

“My cousin’s out fighting dragons and what do I get? Guard duty.” Guards

“I used to be an adventurer like you, then I took an arrow in the knee.” Guards

“Let me guess – somebody stole your sweet roll.” Guards

“I got to thinking, maybe I’m the Dragonborn and just don’t know it yet.” Guards

“Lightly armored means light on your feet – smart.” Guards

“Don’t suppose you’d enchant my sword? Dull old blade can barely cut butter.” Guards

“I’m fairly certain you’ve wandered into the wrong building friend.” Pentius Oculatus Agent

Other NPCs

“If you have the aptitude you should join the Wizard’s College in Winter Hold.” Farengar Secret-Fire

“So, you wish to master the arcane arts.” Farengar Secret-Fire

“I’m not a man, I’m a weapon in human form. Just unsheathe me and point me at the enemy.” Hrongar

“You’re going to try to sell me something. Well, I ain’t interested.” Olda

“Mind yourself in my city, friend. This here axe in full swing is a terrible site.” Ahtar