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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Hints

Speak to Brynjolf.

  • 1 of 5: Look around the room for loot, including jewels in a bowl and a unique magic sword called Chillrend in a locked case.
  • 2 of 5: NOTE: The item needed for the "Return the Bust of the Gray Fox to Delvin" miscellaneous quest is on the table you got the plans from.
  • 3 of 5: Go through the room's other doorway to get to a door that leads to the Ratway Vaults area.
  • 4 of 5: Enter it and drop through the hole in the floor, then go along the walkway on the right to find a door to the Ragged Flagon.
  • 5 of 5: Go to the cistern area and talk to Brynjolf at Mercer's old desk to get the next quest.