Lorerim 3.0 - Followers and Companions
Lorerim 3.0 includes a plethora of followers and companions to accompany you on your journey. Each follower has their own unique dialogue and play style, making it important to choose the right companion for your adventure. This guide provides an overview of the new followers that have been added, as well as some details on vanilla followers you might want to reconsider. Remember, the journey is just as important as the destination.
Custom Followers
Inigo
Inigo, a male Khajiit is a fan favourite follower mod with over a million unique downloads. He excels in archery and sneak, making him a versatile companion for any class. Inigo is known for his extensive dialogue, interactions with other followers, and commentary on your choices and achievements.
Where to find them: He can be found in Riften Jail in the first cell on your left.
Auri
Auri is a female Bosmer archer with over 1,000 lines of dialogue, featuring interactions, scenes, and banter with other followers. Auri also has an approval system, allowing her to open up about herself and her past as you build your relationship.
Where to find them: In Falkreath Hold. Look for Auri’s Pod on your map.
Remiel
Remi, a female Breton, is a follower well-suited for long playthroughs with over 4,500 lines of dialogue. She has a strong interest in the Dwemer, with a rich backstory and clear goals.
Where to find them: You can find Remi at the Silver-Blood Inn in Markarth, where she’s looking to investigate a nearby Dwemer ruin.
Katana
This mod includes 8k+ dialogue lines, dynamic combat, and 3 human-voiced companions: Katana, a rogue shrouded in mystery; Megara, a healer with a radiant spirit; and Shale, a spellsword ready to fight by your side. Join them on quests to unlock new features and take your adventures to new heights!
Where to find them: Head over to the Winking Skeever. Katana’s upstairs, probably eating.
Gore
Gore is a fully voiced, lore-friendly, standalone follower with 4,300+ lines using high-quality studio equipment. Coverage for all factions, main quest and DLC.
Where to find them: Go to Peak’s Shade Tower and find Gore
Melana the War Maiden
Melana is a dynamic custom voiced follower which progresses while adventuring with the player. Not only her attributes change in time, but also her voice and dialog. Voiced by the very talented KiaraRedVA who also wrote half of the voice lines. Rescue a young timid maid and watch her slowly become a fierce warrior.
Where to find them: There are two ways to start the intro quest starting version 1.1.0:
- Just go to Bannermist Tower and the quest will start.
- If you don’t have Bannermist Tower on your map or you just want to add some role-play into it - go to Dead Man’s Drink inn in Falkreath. Once you enter, the quest will start and point you to Melana’s location.
Taliesin
Adds a custom voiced (VA - Pat Mahoney) Thalmor follower to your Skyrim. A former member of the Thalmor wants a clean start, and only you can save him from his past life.
Where to find them: You can find him at a hidden statue of Talos near Lake Illinalta.
The Welkynar Knight
The Welkynar Knight is both a follower and a quest mod that involves aiding an elven knight in a battle against the Thalmor. The quest features choice-based consequences.
Where to find them: The quest begins automatically upon receiving a letter from a courier.
Jesper the Guard
Jesper the guard is a custom voiced follower who will follow you throughout your adventurs, and maybe sing you a few tunes. You may know him already from the Skyrim Tales series
Where to find them: To find him, simply go to the Bannerd Mare upon sarting the game where he’ll be waiting for you.
Vanilla Followers
All of the vanilla followers listed below have been enhanced with the Follower Dialogue Expansion mod, providing them with hundreds of new lines of dialogue. They are now more aware of the world and people around them, recognizing and commenting on your achievements, and engaging in small talk with other followers.
- Roggi Knot-Beard
- Uthgerd the Unbroken
- Faendal
- Ysolda
- Camilla Valerius
- Lydia
- Jordis the Sword-Maiden
- Erik the Slayer
- Mjoll the Lioness
- Brelyna Maryon
- Aela the Huntress
- Borgakh the Steel Heart
- Jenassa
- Serana
Follower Death/Injury
In Lorerim 3.0, followers can become injured or even be killed in combat. Be cautious during battles and keep an eye on your followers. You can heal them with a potion if they enter a kneeling state. If injured, followers will need time to recover before returning to full combat potential. Healing poultices are effective for both you and your followers.
The Ultimate Pet
Can be found in Dragonsreach, where he is to be adopted, assigned a home and petted.
Author’s Note
This guide is not meant to list every follower available in Lorerim 3.0, but rather highlight some new and improved options. Many other followers are available from vanilla game factions, locations, and quests, which may better fit specific roles or play styles. New lands and quest mods also introduce additional followers. Take time to talk to people and explore—you may be surprised at who’s willing to join you on your journey.
Lorerim is based on Requiem and enhanced by various mods and tweaks, making the early game significantly more challenging. This difficulty is intentional, and the game won’t be hard for long. Pick a follower or two early on that you like or that complement your build, but don’t go overboard. Lorerim is well-balanced, focusing on character progression and personal story. Be patient, plan well, and never give up. Happy hunting!