Should You Help the Jester in Skyrim?
If you’re playing the massively popular game Skyrim, then you’ve probably encountered a situation where you have the option to help or eliminate the jester, Cicero. This article is here to help you weigh the pros and cons of sparing his life and the outcome it may have on your future adventures.
The Argument For Helping Cicero
Spared from Death: By assisting Cicero, you not only save his life, but you also earn respect and gratitude from him in the future. He promises to become a follower later in the game, providing the player with a valuable NPC ally.
Dark Brotherhood: If you choose to help Cicero, this action will not impact the Dark Brotherhood questline as he is not an initiation member. You will also not lose any of your rewards or benefits for this decision.
** What Does Cicero Do That’s So Important ?
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After helping Cicero, Shadowmere, the majestic vampire horse, will be obtainable. This means you’ll be equipped with a powerful steed for your future travels through the world of Skyrim and beyond.
• Shadowmere: Helps with transportation and navigation as it is a faster ride compared to other horses or walking.
• Other Benefits: Cicero grants the player access to never-dying Dark Brotherhood initiative followers, Master trainers, and the Summon Spectral Assassin power.
**The Conundrum of Destroying Dark Brotherhood**
Destroying a Power: If you reject Cicero’s request or decide to eliminate him to gain the Dark Brotherhood members, you will sacrifice benefits, including the access to the Summon Spectral Assassin power, the followers, and the Master trainer for Alchemy and Light Armor.
• No Follower Benefits: Discontinue the benefits received earlier for the Dark Brotherhood’s members.
• Punishment: For committing such an act, Astir, the leader, will punish you for turning against the Dark Brotherhood to save Cicero. She will refuse you even though you spared him’s life.
Important Point: Destroying Dark Brotherhood results directly in the loss of perks, powers, and its associated benefits. On contrast, sparing Cicero saves your Dark Brotherhood connections untouched.
**Can You Keep Shadowmere If You Destroy the**
_Dark Brotherhood_ **?”
**Shadowmere Stayed**: If you preserve Cicero’s life with no intention of harming The Dark Brotherhood, Shadowmare stays with you.
To recap, the article advises the player to choose siding with Cicero over terminating the Dark Brotherhood’s powers, as it has immense benefits for the player in an in-game perspective.
Sources:
– [The Master of the Dark Brotherhood Will Never Die](https://www.vintageisthenewold.com/quiz/take-the-advanced-quiz-on-skyrim-and-learn-insider-secrets/)
– *Dark Brotherhood* FAQs GameFAQs
– Bethesda Softworks’ *Morrowind* Skyrim Community Wiki