The Harbinger is a highly regarded member of The Companions, a group of sellswords based out of Jorrvaskr in Whiterun.

While The Companions have not had a true leader since Ysgramor, the Harbinger acts as chief advisor, resolves disputes, and clarifies questions as to the nature of honor. The Harbinger's word is respected not just within Jorrvaskr, but throughout all nine holds of Skyrim and maybe even outside.

The Companions have existed for many centuries, since the time of Ysgramor. Many Harbingers have come to pass, ranging from tyrant mercenaries to righteous warriors. Several prominent holders of the title are mentioned in the book Great Harbingers, found in Kodlak Whitemane's room in Jorrvaskr living quarters.

Known HarbingersEdit

Merethic EraEdit

• Ysgramor

First EraEdit

• Jeek of the River
• Mryfwiil the Withdrawn
• Tulvar the Unmentioned
• Cirroc the Lofty
• Henantier the Outsider

Second and Third ErasEdit

• Macke of the Piercing Eyes
• Kyrnil Long-Nose
• Terrfyg

Fourth EraEdit

• Kodlak Whitemane
• The Dragonborn (After completing Glory of the Dead.)

AppearancesEdit

• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

SourcesEdit

• Great Harbingers
• Songs of the Return, Vol 2
• Songs of the Return, Vol 7
• Songs of the Return, Vol 19
• Songs of the Return, Vol 24
• Songs of the Return, Vol 56