Why do I get attacked by Thalmor Justicars in Skyrim when I have done nothing to offend them as far as I know?
I was out in the wilds of Skyrim when three Thalmor Justicasrs attacked me for no reason and when I looted their bodies I discovered a note entitled Justicar Execution Order that said:
Be on the look out for the Nord called Markus. He is an enemy of the Thalmor, and has actively disrupted our activities and caused great harm. If spotted you are to execute him with extreme hatred.
Why did this happen?
Best Answer
It seems there are a number of reasons you can be spontaneously attacked by Thalmor Justicars. As the comments have mentioned, it may be related to your actions during the quest In My Time of Need. The wiki for that quest states:
If Kematu's request is accepted, and the Dragonborn helps him capture Saadia, the Dragonborn may encounter a group of Thalmor Justiciars in the wild that carry a Justiciar Execution Order with the Dragonborn's race and name.
Afterwards, it clarifies when these orders are commonly given:
Execution Orders are normally issued because of the assault on the Thalmor Embassy in the main questline during the quest Diplomatic Immunity. Thalmor Justiciars that carry a Justiciar Execution Order also appear after attacking and killing any wandering Thalmor agents.
The wiki on Thalmor Justicars states:
The Justiciars may also attack immediately if the Dragonborn is wearing an Amulet of Talos.
I suspect that last reason would not include the note you mentioned, but it is another reason why you might be attacked in a seemingly unprovoked manner.
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Why did the Thalmor randomly attack me?
It is a randomly triggered event that begins as early as level 8. The trigger is unknown, but I believe it may have something to do with having an amulet of Talos or receiving a blessing from Talos Shrine. If you grabbed the Amulet from the executed guy in Solitude, that may have triggered it.What happens if you attack the Thalmor?
The mages always wear hooded Thalmor robes. If hostile, they will quickly attack the Dragonborn with their weapons and often fire spells.Should I attack Thalmor?
If you attack and kill Thalmor justiciars / soldiers you never actually get a murder bounty. You just have to pay 40 gold for the initial assault. This works on roaming Thalmor as well as Ondolemar and his buddies in Markarth.What happens if you kill a Thalmor Justiciar?
There are no repercussions for killing Thalmor Justiciar patrols unless a witness sees it in which case you get a bounty for murder for each one killed. Bear in mind that just about any actor in the game counts as a witness, not just people, so if there's a chicken or horse nearby you'll get the bounty.More answers regarding why do I get attacked by Thalmor Justicars in Skyrim when I have done nothing to offend them as far as I know?
Answer 2
It's a random event that happens after Level 8. It IS a bit odd that it happens for no reason, but it is just a random event.
Answer 3
If you help the Gray-Manes in the quest Missing In Action, the Justicars will come for you at some point soon in the future. Even if you never assault Northwatch Keep, simply helping gather the evidence will brand you a wanted man with the Thalmar.
Answer 4
After completing 'Darkness Returns' main quest for the Thieves guild will also cause the justicar to come after you. I noticed an execution note on one right after I left the Twilight Seplicar. The note stating that I am an enemy and to destroy me with extreme caution and that I'm capable of fending for myself so be carful. So I assume I'm wanted now by them ha ha
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