Almalexia’s backstory makes for some interesting reading. Once a mortal woman, she was transformed into a god after meddling with the Heart of Lorkhan. Along with her co-rulers, Vivec and Sotha Sil, she became a founding member of the Tribunal Temple, worshipped by the Dunmer people for centuries.
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The story of Almalexia is ultimately a tragic one. Cursed by a vengeful Daedric Prince, she would eventually inflict almost irreparable damage to her once-glorious reputation. Her story is told in some detail throughoutThe Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind. As with any story, however, there are always a few interesting tidbits people miss along the way.
10Nerevar’s Wife
InThe Elder Scrolls III: Morrowindmuch of Almalexia’s early history can befound within a booktitled “The 36 Lessons of Vivec.” It explains how the three members of the Tribunal met one another before their divine transformation. The book also references the marriage between Indoril Nerevar and Almalexia.
According to the in-game lore, Nerevar was supposedly working as a merchant caravan guard when he met Almalexia. For her part, it’s believed that she was already a ruler of one of the great dynasties of Morrowind in her own right. Though the intimate details are a bit sketchy, it’s known that the pair were married shortly after their first meeting.
9Suspected In Nerevar’s Murder
When Nerevarunited the Chimer peopleunder one banner he went to war with the Dwemer. Beneath Red Mountain Nerevar, along with Vivec, Almalexia, and Sotha Sil discovered the Heart of Lorkhan. Recognizing the Heart’s awesome power, he forbade his companions from ever touching it.
However, when a method of harnessing the Heart’s power was discovered, the three once-loyal companions renounced their oath. Some in-game sources suggest Nerevar died of wounds sustained in battle. Other tales claim his treacherous friends, including his wife, were involved in his death. Soon after, the trio used the Heart to give themselves godly powers.
8Wields Hopesfire
When Nerevar and Almalexia were married, and before the war with the Dwemer, the Dwarven king gifted the newlyweds a pair of blades. Both were said to be exquisite examples of Dwemer metalwork. Nerevar’s sword was called Trueflame, while Almalexia’s wasknown as Hopesfire.
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Hopesfire is notable for the bluish glow it emits whenever it’s drawn and actually contains a Shock enchantment. The player is able to claim Hopesfire for themselves after killing Almalexia at the conclusion ofThe Elder Scrolls III: Tribunal’s main quest. It’s definitely worth it, as Hopesfire is one of the strongest blades in the entire game.
7The Mythical Daughter Of Boethiah
When the Tribunal Temple came to power many creation myths were espoused to explain their divinity. Each Tribunal member is supposedly an “Anticipation” of a revered Daedric Prince. In Almalexia’s case, she is the Anticipation of Boethiah.
There’s actually another story that explains why Almalexia is Boethiah’s chosen representative. InThe Elder Scrolls III: Morrowindthe player can overhear a creation myth that is often told among the Dark Elves. Supposedly, Almalexia was conceived by Boethiah herself atop one of Vvardenfell’s mountains.
6A Merciful Ruler
Almalexia, much like her two other colleagues, was often known by many names. These names tended to reflect aspects of the Tribunal member’s personality. For Almalexia, titles often associated with her included “Healing Mother” and “Lady of Mercy.”
Throughout the Tribunal Temple’s heyday she was regarded as a very personable and loving master. The lower classes of Morrowind’s society, in particular, were often the beneficiaries of her charity. Almalexia’s capital city, Mournhold, was often called the “City of Love and Charity” as a result of her benevolent administration.
5Has The Largest Soul In The Game
The Nerevarine must battle Almalexia as part ofThe Elder Scrolls III: Tribunal’s main quest. For a weakened god, she’s stilla pretty tough opponent, even with the necessary preparations in place. Once defeated, the blade Hopesfire may be retrieved as a reward for defeating a god in battle.
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Much like Vivec, Almalexia’s soul can betrapped within Azura’s Starif the player has it in their inventory. Both NPCs possess incredibly large souls that only the Star is capable of holding. Interestingly, Almalexia’s is calculated as the larger of the two, making it the grandest soul in the entire game.
4Possesses Tamriel’s Greatest Warriors
Despite their divine status, members of the Tribunal Temple were never completely invulnerable. This became particularly apparent once their godly powers began to wane in the Third Era. Each Tribunal member employed their own personal security detail to guard their person.
Almalexia’s guard, the so-called “Hands,” were considered some of the greatest warriors Tamriel had to offer. They were chosen not only for their extreme combat prowess but for their unquestionable loyalty to their mistress. As a player, it may be best not to unduly antagonize them while visiting Morrowind.
3Dueled Mehrunes Dagon
The Daedric PrinceMehrunes Dagon is a force to be reckoned with, as the events ofThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivionillustrate. Defeating him, like in the fourth entry, often requires some sort of divine aid or intervention. A book titled “2920, The Last Year of the First Era,” recounts an epic battle between the Tribunal and Dagon.
Mehrunes Dagon, as the story is told, once utterly destroyed the city of Mournhold in the First Era. Sotha Sil and Almalexia confronted the villain and waged a personal duel with him. The fight ended when Almalexia reportedly plunged Hopesfire into Dagon’s chest. A statue commemorating the event can be seen inThe Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind.
2Fought Alongside The Ancient Nords
Legend holds that Wulfharth wasan ancient High Kingof Skyrim who supposedly died on multiple occasions. There are references to him inThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrimas the “Underking,” an undead menace who threatens the safety of Elves everywhere.
Many sources attribute Almalexia as the architect behind Wulfharth’s reincarnation. When an invasion from the continent of Akavir put Morrowind in danger, it was Almalexia who forced Wulfharth to fight alongside her. As with anything concerning ancientElder Scrollslore the details are often left vague.
1Descended Into Madness
When the Heart of Lorkhan’s power was unlocked, the Daedric Prince Azura cursed the treacherous trio for betraying Nerevar’s trust. The Tribunal members were placed on borrowed time. One day, they would be forced to answer for their crimes in the form of the Nerevarine prophecy.
Almalexia, as her godhood was slowly taken from her, was unwilling to accept her fate. She was driven mad by hopelessness and became vindictive and capricious. Sotha Sil, her longtime friend and co-ruler, was murdered by Almalexia’s own hand. Azura’s curse ended up coming to fruition when a reincarnated Indoril Nerevar slew his former wife in combat. Poetic justice had been dealt in the process.
