Complete Guide to the "In My Time Of Need" Quest in Skyrim

Introduction

In "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim," the quest "In My Time Of Need" presents players with a moral dilemma involving the elusive Alik'r warriors and the fugitive Redguard woman, Saadiya. This guide will provide you with a comprehensive, step-by-step walkthrough to navigate through this quest, ensuring you understand the choices you can make and the outcomes of your actions.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Starting the Quest

   • Head to Whiterun and enter the city.
     • Look for a redguard woman named Saadiya, who can be found in the Bannered Mare.
     • Talk to her. She will inform you about the Alik'r warriors who are pursuing her and ask for your help.

2. Gather Information

   • After your conversation with Saadiya, you need to learn more about the Alik'r warriors.
     • Leave the Bannered Mare and head to the nearby city guard.
     • Speak with the guard about Saadiya and the Alik'r. He will mention that the warriors are looking for her and provide details about their origins.

3. Finding the Alik'r Warriors

   • Now head to the market area in Whiterun to locate the Alik'r warriors.
     • Look for a group of three Alik'r men. They typically stand near the entrance of the city or inside the marketplace.
     • Talk to them, and they will insist that they are only trying to find the woman.

4. Making a Decision

   • You have two options regarding how to proceed:
     • Option A: Support Saadiya.
       • Inform her about the Alik'r's whereabouts and ask about her situation further.
       • Decide to confront the Alik'r warriors.
     • Option B: Support the Alik'r.
       • Choose to side with the Alik'r warriors instead. This will involve a different set of actions and outcomes.

5. Confrontation with the Alik'r (if siding with Saadiya)

   • If you have chosen to aid Saadiya, confront the warriors.
     • Prepare for combat as you may need to fight the Alik'r.
     • During the fight, you can also use persuasion tactics to convince them to leave.

6. Dealing with Saadiya's Fate (if siding with Alik'r)

   • If you chose to side with the Alik'r, you will lead them to Saadiya.
     • Follow them to the Bannered Mare to confront her.
     • You may witness a dramatic conclusion to her plight.

7. Quest Completion

   • Once the confrontation is over, head back to Saadiya (if you helped her).
     • She will reward you for your help.
     • You will receive gold and may acquire some unique items as well.
   • Alternatively, if you supported the Alik'r, they may share information about your actions and offer you a different reward.

Conclusion

Completing the "In My Time Of Need" quest in Skyrim offers you an engaging narrative filled with choices that affect your standing and rewards. Whether you choose to side with Saadiya or the Alik'r warriors, the quest showcases the moral ambiguity and complex decisions that are hallmarks of Skyrim's immersive gameplay. By following this guide, players can navigate the quest efficiently and experience all its outcomes. Happy adventuring!