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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Hints
Talk to the Jarl of Whiterun.
1 of 9: TIP: Explore Riverwood for loot and skill-practicing opportunities before you start working on this objective.
2 of 9: When you're ready to go to Whiterun, cross the bridge that's just NE of Riverwood, then turn right and follow the winding path until you reach an intersection with two bridges.
3 of 9: Head down the path that leads west, passing the Honningbrew Meadery and then the Pelagia Farm. Turn right at the path split just past the farm and go past the Whiterun Stables.
4 of 9: Continue down the path until you reach the guarded entrance to Whiterun. One of the guards will talk to you and say that the city is closed due to recent dragon activity.
5 of 9: You can get the guard to let you pass by saying that Riverwood calls for the Jarl's aid, or you can try the persuade or intimidate option to get some Speech skill practice. In any case, use the big gate to enter Whiterun.
6 of 9: Go east down the street until you reach a well near some market stalls, then turn left and go up the stairs to reach a large circular area with a big tree in the center.
7 of 9: Go up the stairs north of the tree, then keep going until you discover Dragonsreach. That's where the Jarl of Whiterun lives, so use the big doors to go inside.
8 of 9: Move up the stairs and toward the large log fire to get Irileth to talk to you. Say that you have news from Helgen, then approach the Jarl and talk to him.
9 of 9: After you tell him what you saw in Helgen, he'll give you a leveled suit of armor and the next quest.
