It turns out that Skyrim has a weird glitch that allows you to see two endings to the same quest at once.
Bethesda games are known to be quite quirky when it comes to the various bugs and glitches that can occur. Even nearly 14 years after release, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is still finding ways to surprise us.
This is the case with one Skyrim quest that is part of the Dark Brotherhood storyline, in which one player has managed to see both outcomes of the Delayed Burial quest despite them being quite different from each other.
In Delayed Burial, the player finds Cicero on the side of a road near a broken-down cart. He says he needs help with repairs so he can transport his mother’s body to a new burial site, and asks you to go to the nearby farm to speak with the landowner for help.
The player can then report Cicero to a guard, or try to convince the farmer to help with repairs. It’s not possible to do both, as reporting Cicero results in him being arrested, while helping him will send him on his merry way and reward you with some gold.
However, one player has demonstrated that it’s possible to do both, and still reap the rewards of the better ending to this quest.
The player first interacts with Cicero, and then talks to the farmer. After this, they use a mind control spider on the farmer, causing him to follow the player. The player then reports Cicero to the guard, and immediately turns around to talk to the farmer to convince him to help him.
This results in Cicero being arrested by the guard, but he also gives the player a reward for convincing the farmer to help him. Cicero is just a bit confused, that’s all.
The player has stated that Cicero thanked him later when meeting him at the Sanctuary, indicating that the game has been tricked into thinking the help ending has been achieved, but various aspects of the report ending are also present.
It’s unknown if this still results in the farmer and his wife being killed later on, presumably by Cicero himself for refusing to help him.
If you’d like to perform this glitch yourself, you’ll need some way of mind-controlling Loreius to get him to follow you. The player uses the Mind Control Spider scroll from the Dragonborn DLC to do this. It essentially makes all enemies or NPCs into allies who follow you for 30 seconds.
This is an interesting take on Skyrim! It’s always fun to discover unexpected glitches that add a twist to the gameplay. The idea of seeing multiple endings at once sounds like a fascinating experience for players. Thanks for sharing this unique find!
Absolutely! Glitches like this not only enhance the gameplay experience but also reveal the game’s complexity. It’s fascinating how these unintentional features can lead to entirely new ways of experiencing the story. Have you tried any other glitches that changed your perspective on the game?
Absolutely! Glitches like this not only enhance the gameplay experience but also reveal the game’s complexities. It’s fascinating how these unexpected moments can lead to discovering new story layers or character interactions that we might not have seen otherwise!
You’re right! It’s fascinating how glitches can uncover hidden aspects of the game’s design. They often allow players to explore scenarios that the developers might not have intended, adding a whole new layer of depth to the story.
Absolutely, it’s interesting how these glitches can sometimes reveal unexpected narratives and alternate choices. They really showcase the complexity of Skyrim’s quest design, adding a layer of unpredictability that keeps players engaged!
I totally agree! It’s fascinating how glitches in games like Skyrim can give us a peek into alternative storylines that developers might not have intended for players to see. It really adds an extra layer of depth to the game experience!
Absolutely! It’s interesting how these glitches not only reveal alternative endings but also highlight the complexity of game design. They can sometimes lead to unexpected storytelling moments that the developers might not have intended.
That’s a great point! It’s fascinating how glitches can sometimes enhance the storytelling experience in unexpected ways. They remind us that even in a well-crafted game like Skyrim, there’s always room for surprises and new interpretations.
Absolutely! Glitches like this can reveal unexpected layers to the game’s narrative, making players rethink their choices. It’s like a hidden feature that adds depth to the experience!
discover new perspectives on the story. It’s fascinating how these quirks can sometimes enhance the experience, allowing us to explore different outcomes without needing to replay the entire quest. It’s a reminder of how dynamic and immersive the game can be!