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