The Companions are an integral aspect to Skyrim, so it’s best that players get to know the faction that helped the rise of the Nords.
The Companions are an important footnote in the history of Skyrim. Although most guilds and cults are known throughout all of Tamriel, the Companions seem only important to the land of Skyrim, hence their recognition and detailed quest within The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim. As one of the newer factions, it’s great for fans to learn more about the Companions, and their place in the franchise.
Much like every The Elder Scrolls game, Skyrim provides players with detailed bouts of lore for those that listen and seek it out. There is plenty of interesting facts about the Companions for players to learn, and further show love and knowledge of the series through the Companions, a great set of characters with a great history. 7 Ysgramor The Founder
One of the most legendary Nord heroes in Skyrim is Ysgramor. This character played one of the most important roles in the history of Tamriel, by helping humans ascend and become the Nords that they are known as today. Players can find many shrines of Ysgramor, as well as his name mentioned in heroics. However, he is perhaps most well-known for his role as the founder of the Companions.
Ysgramor may have begun as an Atmoran warrior, but his courage in battle, and the truth to his words, helped him lead five hundred men and women to war. Ysgramor’s importance and feats can be seen in the titles that he was given, such as “First Man” and “Harbinger of Us All”. He is adored by Nords and especially the Companions. 6 The Five Hundred Companions
On the topic of Ysgramor, it’s worth noting his most loyal followers, the Five Hundred Companions. Although their names may not be recognizable, or sung in mead halls, they were vital to the victory of Ysgramor and helped to create the very shield that the Companions follow. The Five Hundred Companions were forged due to Ysgramor’s words on the treachery of elves, and the many men and women that became an army to avenge the fallen.
The fact that there were five hundred Companions shows just how strong this Skyrim faction was at the time.
