Compared to her sister, Khali is more adventurous and pragmatic and also more prone to seek revenge. This is seen multiple times during her journey down the Moonlith Path.
In the end, if Shazah is chosen as the next Mane, Khali will be corrupted by the Dark Mane and will need to be put down.
Khali will cleanse the temple of the Dark Mane's influence alongside the Vestige and her sister Shazah. At the end, the Vestige must choose which of the sisters becomes the next Mane and which one stays behind to guard the Dark Mane.
The Vestige must guide Khali through the Two Moons Path, where she will see visions of what will come to pass if the Khajiiti people are without a leader.
If the Vestige chose Khali to be the next mane, they must guide her to the Den of Lorkhaj where they will face a corrupted Shazah as well as Javad Tharn and the Dark Mane. She will be crowned the Mane afterward. If Shazah was chosen to be the next Mane, it is Khali who was corrupted. The Vestige and Shazah must put her down, after which she will depart peacefully to the afterlife.
"By the moons! You made it through the gate! Who in Oblivion are you?"
You're Khali, right? Shazah sent me."Ha! Shazah managed to get her head out of a book long enough to break through, eh? Well done, well done. Khali has some White-Eye brandy in her pack. You've more than earned some!"
"You have any more miracles in your pocket? We need to get through this door as well."
What is this stuff?"How should Khali know? Look, this one knows a few spells. Can't have known my sister as long as I have without picking up a few things. Other than a few incantations, though, Khali leaves the heavy thinking to Shazah."
I was able to dispel the dark fire outside just by passing through it."There you go, then! Just touch the door and we'll see what happens. Oh! And just in case we never have the chance to speak again, it's been a pleasure meeting you."
All right then. I'll just touch the door.
In Khaj Rawlith:
"Damn this place. Another dark fire door."
I should be able to break through again, right?"Khali … does not think so. The barrier here seems much stronger. And she senses—moons, that is strange. This one senses a dark energy powering the ward on this door. We'll have to open the door from the other side."
How do we do that?"There's a ruined doorway on the south wall. This one bets we could slip through. If my suspicions are right, whatever is beyond this door is powering the barriers."
Let's find it and destroy it."Just so you know, after this Khali will drink that brandy—whether or not you are still alive. So, stay alive."
What can you tell me about the attack?"This day has dull claws. We were ready for the Colovians. Shazah and Khali would have helped the Dominion troops break the siege. A new song would be sung in our honor. But the 'mathra. Bah!"
It sounds like you've been in a number of battles."Moons, yes. My sister's spent most of our life practicing her spellwork. I have trained. Blades and claws, that's how I spend my time. This one has marched with the First Auridon Marines and sparred with the Vinedusk Rangers."
Have you fought the Colovians before?"Yes. Not very fond of them, honestly. Lost our parents in a Colovian raid. Was looking forward to slaking my blade on a few of those Divines-obsessed bastards."
Have you ever encountered Dro-m'Athra before?"Just in books for cubs. Honestly, I thought they were dreamed up so Shazah would have another way to bore me. She and the Moon Priests have gone on about the 'mathra since we got to the monastery."
You grew up in a monastery?"Partially. The priests let us live with our mother and father for a time. We just had to do some studying, learning about ""our place in Khajiiti culture."" We moved to the Monastery when our parents passed away."
After dispeling the barrier:
"Well. Don't see something like that every day."
What's next?"It sounds like Shazah and the others have made it inside. Our task is not yet complete. Khali senses an even stronger source ahead. Please, speak with Shazah. She'll know what to do."
Will do, Khali.
After destroying the crystal, if Khali was chosen to accompany the Vestige:
"Ha, good! Good! Don't let anyone tell you these spirit bastards don't know how to fight."
Was that it?"I think so. We've capped the source here. Without new spirits to replace their fallen comrades, we should have the Fort cleaned up in a matter of hours. Come on, let's make sure Shazah still has a tail."
"You have any more miracles in your pocket? We need to get through this door as well."
What are you talking about?"The monks taught us that a sort of herald would arise in bad times. Blessed by the Manes of old, this person would be the one to guide the Mane of tomorrow. I'm just quoting now. I don't claim to understand half this stuff."
So I'm a Moon … Herald?"Moon Hallowed. And right now it's just a suspicion between the two of us. We need you to go and find out. Head to the Moonlit Clearing, just north of Senalana. Speak to the priestess there and we'll know for sure."
The Moonlit Clearing. I'll head there as soon as I can.
"Welcome to our cleansing, my friend. Eh, sorry … Hallowed. We were right about you, I hear. It is good we'll have someone so strong and trustworthy at our side today."
If the Vestige helped Shazah first:
"Shazah doesn't look like her usual upbeat self. Is she all right?"
She'll probably want to talk to you about it herself."Of course, of course! She probably knew exactly what to expect here. No moon-sugar-induced vision would scare the likes of her!"
Are you ready to go?"I'm ready. Shazah's done well, I'm sure. Time for my chance to prove my worth!"
Lead on, Khali.
"Hallowed, you are my strength today. I couldn't do this without you."
What happened?"My mother was a great warrior, a commander. She led a squad in the campaign to retake Orcrest and Riverhold from the damned Colovians. That was almost twenty years ago."
How are you feeling?"Why are you even asking? I'm fine. I've known I'd be facing something dark in here since I was a cub. The monks made it very clear. Here, wherever we have to go next … the Two Moons Path. This is not an easy journey."
What do you mean wherever we go next?"The monks taught us that once we complete this Moons-blasted cleansing, we'll have to face some kind of challenge before we walk the final path. We should see hints as to where we must go before all this is over."
Orcrest and Riverhold?"Cities in Elsweyr, to the east of Dune. When Shazah and I were young, the Colovians annexed most of the northern part of the province. They thought our people were too weak from the Knahaten flu to fight back."
Knahaten flu?"A terrible disease. It took many people from the face of Tamriel. Actually how we lost our father … ahem."
Why was your mother leading this squad?"Mother was very well respected in our militia. She used to train the cubs from a young age in the use of claw and blade. Shazah used to sit and read after training, and we'd all take turns practicing tumbles and leaps. She was such a good teacher."
Are you ready to move on?"Khali is ready. Why, do you need more time to rest? If I know anything about these spirit journeys, we will most likely face that General as our final test. And I am eager to put my blade in his side."
Lead on, then.
"My blade has tasted the blood of my mother's killer. I should feel happy, righteous … but I don't feel anything."
What do you mean?"The monks taught us that this cleansing would open old wounds, and I expected to feel triumph … victory. Like any day in the field. But here … he was just another threat to put down. I think I understand what my mother was telling me."
What was she trying to tell you?"Who I fight is not the question I should ask. The question I should ask is: Why do I fight? I fight to protect those I care for. And, perhaps someday, those I lead. Thank you, Hallowed. I could not have done this without you."
You're welcome, Khali. Let's get out of here.
"Your bravery and spirit impresses even Khali. Truly you are the Hallowed. Shazah and I are lucky to have you at our side."
"With the beacons cleansed, this ward is just an annoyance. Shazah is preparing to crack it wide open."
What do I need to do?"You've already done your part here, Hallowed. Let's just stand back and let her do her thing."
When making your choice:
"Hallowed, Shazah cannot contain this darkness. She does not have the strength. Choose me to take on this burden."
Are you sure about this?"Yes, Hallowed. Shazah is brilliant and talented. But I do not think she can physically take the strain of holding this darkness within her. I have the strength and the will to take on this burden."
So Shazah would become the Mane?"Yes! Shazah is much better suited to lead our people. She has studied so long and so hard. She knows much of the Bright Moons and is much better at dealing with people. She should lead. And I should stay."
[Khali holds the Dark Mane] Thank you for your sacrifice.
Let me think about this for a moment.
Can we talk about this, Khali?"Ask me any questions you need to. Let's get this whole thing over with."
If you become Mane, what would you do?"I would lead with a firm hand and a brave heart. Just as mother taught me, all those years ago."
What would your parents think?"Father was ever speaking about the brilliance of Shazah's spellcasting. Once, she cast a spell and the whole sky lit ablaze. They were so proud of her. I'm sure they'd want her to be Mane. To lead our people."
If Shazah was chosen to stay:
"Javad Tharn will pay for what he's done to my sister! I swear it!"
We'll get him, Khali."Moons be damned, I will get my sister back. I don't care what that moldering old ghost says. I'll walk the Path with you, cut Tharn's throat, and come back with an army of mages to free Shazah from this torment."
"Shazah … damn it. Why did she force me into this? I suppose there's nothing else for it. We have to make for Dune."
What's the plan?"Walk the Two Moons Path, of course. It's been my destiny since I was a cub. I know that now. We walk the path, I become Mane. Then we get my sister back."
"Hallowed! Bright moons, it's good to see you. This mage here has an idea of how to deal with these portal-gate … Daedra things."
It's good to see you too. Portals?"Damned Daedra are everywhere. I saved Esan from being an ice sculpture, and in return he's proposed a bold plan. I think it might even get us out of this alive."
What's his plan?"When he saw the Daedra, Esan raided a vault at the temple. Kid after my own heart. He stole a fang relic and did something with it. Something magic. We can use it to seal the portals. I'm sure the priests wouldn't approve, but they're not here."
So what do we do?"Well … the Fang's a little rusty. It sat in the dust for years. Esan's magic has tuned it, shaped it so that it can gather power from the Atronachs. We can repower the Fang."
We gather power from the Atronachs? How?"The old fashioned way! With claw and blade and spell. End the Atronachs while you hold the Fang, and their essence will be transferred into the relic. Once it's primed, it should be simple to seal the portal."
I'll see it done, Khali."You're brilliant, Hallowed. You have the smarts to see this through. You always have before. Shazah loved that about you. You're almost as wise as she was!"
How are you, Khali?"I'm fine. I'm … almost glad she isn't here. Moons know, she didn't like all this fighting. She would have hated walking into another city ablaze, all this death in the streets. Almost."
Who's behind this?"Tharn. You can be sure of that. It wasn't enough that he inflicted the Dark Mane on Akkhuz-ri, or duped the Colovians to assault Arenthia. Now he tries to shatter the jewel in the desert. Our great city of Dune."
Do you think we'll ever get Shazah out of there?"Rid-Thar seemed pretty well certain she'd have to stay down there. Holding that darkness down, keeping it away from the light. I'd love to get her out of there someday, though. Maybe if I walk the Path. If I'm the Mane, maybe."
After closing the first portal:
"Sharp claws on you! All the Atronachs are gone!"
What now?"Esan went to investigate the second portal near the Mages guildhall. He might have gone to talk to the other robe and book types. They're over in the merchant district, my friend. I'd like you to see if you can find him."
You're not coming with me?"I wish. No, the Thalmor council wants me to report in. The Queen and Speaker Gharesh-ri want to know what's happening on the ground. Khali has your back, Hallowed."
Good luck, Khali."Keep your claws sharp, my friend. And go carefully. This invasion smacks of desperation. Until now Tharn has stayed to the shadows. To openly invade Dune … he must have a plan."
I'll find the guildhall and close the portal."
In the temple district:
"Hallowed. I take it you've restored order to the Merchants District?"
Yes, we retook the merchant district and I closed the portal."You do have sharp claws! I have the lads hanging back. I don't think the priests would like mass bloodshed on temple grounds. We should make the tiles run red, though. They've defiled the shrines. Darkhearted bastards."
What do we do?"I don't see a portal so … I have to trust my instincts. Let's cleanse the shrines and let the bright moons shine down on this place. You see to the temples of Jone and Jode. The old shrine to Lorkhaj still stands. I'll take care of that one."
"Hallowed … you saved my life. Your claws get sharper every day."
Are you all right?"I'll be fine, Hallowed. That was some damned impressive work. Shazah would, I'm sure, say something about how momentous your actions have been today. I'm just glad I have a friend by my side. Especially for what must come next."
What comes next?"We pushed back the Daedra. You heard Tharn, he means to walk the Two-Moons Path himself. I can't … I can't put this off any longer. We need to make for the Temple of the Dance. Follow me. I'll lead the way."
"My friend the Moon Hallowed. Always getting me out of the hard scrapes. Thank you. For all you've done and all you're about to do."
I'm proud to stand with you, Khali."And I'm damned proud to be standing with you. Ahem. All right, enough of emotion. Let's walk the Moons-damned Path and see this through. The way Shazah would have wanted."
I'm ready as well."Sharp claws on you, my friend. You know, since we were cubs Shazah and I prepared for this day. I studied the combat techniques of past Manes, past Moon Hallowed. Nothing can really prepare you, though."
We'll see it through together, Khali."We'll walk the path together, yes. I'll be relying on you, Hallowed. To be brave for me, for her."
Are you all right?"I'll be fine, Hallowed. That was some damned impressive work. Shazah would, I'm sure, say something about how momentous your actions have been today. I'm just glad I have a friend by my side. Especially for what must come next."
What comes next?"We pushed back the Daedra. You heard Tharn, he means to walk the Two-Moons Path himself. I can't … I can't put this off any longer. We need to make for the Temple of the Dance. Follow me. I'll lead the way."
After you, Khali.
May I ask you a few questions?"Sure, Hallowed. I'll tell you what I can. I've been listening to half-crazed moon priests since I was a cub. I think I remember a few things."
This will be dangerous, right?"Damned right it's going to be dangerous. You heard Tharn, right? He intends to walk the path with us. Bastard is powerful, capable of almost anything. If he's figured out some way to twist the Path against us, there's no telling what we'll face."
What can we expect?"The priests kept going on and on about how the Path was mostly about the spirit. Something about "walking into the heart of the Khajiit, the soul of the lunar faith." I think they mean that each part of the path represents something."
Represents something?"Yeah. You know, manifestations? Shazah used to tell me stories about past Manes that fought great battles on the Path. They fell in love, they saw distant shores. Whatever we'll face in there will be about our challenges in the here and now."
How do we get to the Path?"The monks do almost all the work for us. We'll just walk into the temple, and from there onto the Path. I think they bathe the temple in moon-sugar vapors. Something about "opening the mind's eye?" I just think the monks like the smell."
"Have you ever seen a place like this, Hallowed? Even in my dreams, I never imagined it would look like this …."
Where are we?"Shazah was always telling me stories … I never thought I'd see this place. It's the Plane of Jode, Hallowed! The place where the Bright Moons dwell, the home of the gods. It's … different than I expected in some ways. But that makes sense."
What do you mean?"The Path is changing to suit us, to reflect the challenges we face. Dull claws … this is just like the monks' prayers. Put something in front of me, let me hit it!"
Where do we go from here?"Remember back to your training, Khali … Let's just wait a moment. If I'm right, the Path will show us the way."
All right, patience it is.
After experiencing the future of the Bosmer:
"The texts never made it sound … like that. What we did. We killed the Silvenar! The heart of the forest, the Green Lady is dead."
We did what we had to do."It was the Khajiit. We failed them. Because, here, no one became the Mane after Akkhuz-ri."
That's not going to happen."Let's … let's continue on the Path. If the Bright Moons felt we needed to see the future of the Bosmer … perhaps we shall now see the future of the High Elves. Let's hope it is not as bleak."
Let's hope.
After experiencing the future of the Altmer:
"I never thought it could be this bad. I'm used to something I can pin down and fight, you know? Something that my blade can solve. No blade can solve this."
What we saw … could it be the future of the Dominion?"Not if I have anything to say about it. I know what this is, Hallowed. These visions … they're a future where the Mane does not lead her people. With wisdom as well as strength. This will not be our future."
"This is it, Hallowed. We stand on the threshold of our final challenge. The end of the Path."
This is it, then?"We've walked the Two Moons Path, the path of Jone and Jode. But there is a third moon: The Dark Moon, the enemy of the Khajiit. Lorkhaj, the Missing God. This is the secret at the end of the Path … we must travel to the Den of Lorkhaj."
It's going to be that bad?"It gets worse. Legend says that the Missing God is dead. That the Den … it is his body. The great emptiness of the Den is the decaying corpse of a dead god. I don't know … what's that?"
"She led us here … Shazah led us to the threshold. Hallowed … I've never been afraid like this before. But I don't know if I can do it. I don't know if I can take the last step."
What's left to be afraid of?"There's been so much corruption, so much darkness. Even if we walk the path through the Den of Lorkhaj … seeing these visions has made me realize how critical the Mane can be. I don't know if I'm ready."
You're ready, Khali. You can do this. Just one more step on the path."Perhaps … for you, Hallowed. For Shazah … for the Khajiiti people. Hallowed, we owe you so much. I don't know if I can ever thank you properly."
"We … we did it. We walked the path and lived. I'm … I'm going to be the Mane. And my sister is dead."
I think they're waiting for you, Khali."They await you as well, Moon Hallowed. Come, let's … let's see this done. And stay after the ceremony, please. I'd like to speak with you when it's all said and done."
Of course.
After the coronation:
"I'm … I'm the Mane! Hallowed, we survived!"
Congratulations are in order."My friend, this could never have happened without you. Your wisdom at Arenthia. Your strength at Rawl'kha. Your bravery at Moonmont. And here … we saved the Jewel of Elsweyr! Dune is safe. Javad Tharn is dead, and I have walked the Path."
What now, Mane?"The end of one path, and the beginning of another. As you well know, the path never really ends. Here in Reaper's March I will restore the soul of the Khajiit and you … will travel on."
Bright Moons, Khali."Bright Moons, Hallowed. Wherever Jone and Jode take you next, I hope you will remember your friend Khali. And her sister Shazah. The sisters, and the Khajiit … they will never forget you."
Khali:"What's going on here?"Namu:"You draw your sword when you're frightened, Khali. Just like when you were a little girl."Khali:"Mother? Is that you?"Namu:"Even as a cub, you were filled with such anger. After I died, that anger grew. Now, you laugh and curse in turn."Khali:"Mother, Namu … we lost you so long ago. And you were gone so much. Why are you here?"Namu:"I know, Khali. But you and Shazah had each other. A bond that transcends your rage. Now, face your past. Face my rage. Pray at the lunar shrines. Know what has come before. That you may face what lies ahead at Moonmont. Channel your passion, Khali. Protect your sister, and our people. Become what you were born to be."Khali:"Wait! Don't go!"
After dispelling the barrier on the temple entrance:
Khali:"Shazah! What happened?"Shazah:"That thing was stronger than it looked. I'll be fine. Let's get inside."
After aligning the altars:
Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:"The altars are aligned, the darkness thrown back. Destroy the barrier, Shazah!"
<Shazah dispells the barrier>
Shazah:"Let's see this done!"Khali:"Right behind you, sister."
In the temple's deepest room:
Khali:"Where is he?"Shazah:"I don't know. He should be in here."Dark Mane:"You're mine now, "Champions!""Shazah:"Khali! Watch out!"Khali:"What? Aah!"
If the Vestige chooses Shazah to contain the Mane:
Khali:"Sister! Please reconsider!"Shazah:"This is the way it must be. Sister, do not weep for me."
<Shazah absorbs the Dark Mane>
Shazah:"This creature is now contained. Leave this place … sister."
When aligning the reflectors, if Khali was chosen as the Mane:
Queen Ayrenn:"Mane Akkhuz-ri, it is a pleasure to meet you. The Khajiit and their faith will be the Dominion's bulwark against the darkness."Akkhuz-ri:"Thank you, my Queen. May the Bright Moons guide us in our new endeavor."Khali:"I recognize this moment. The day the Elden Accord was signed! The Mane was a good leader, Hallowed. A good soul."
Moon-Bishop Hunal:"Jone and Jode have spoken. Shazah, Khali … you were both born beneath the same moon. Never before has this happened. Never before have the Bright Moons gifted us this way. Forevermore you will be known as the "Lunar Champions.""Shazah:"We … we understand. The Mane is strong, and we are … we are new."Khali:"Yes, we understand. We're an embarrassment! We didn't ask for this. We were born this way, moons-be-damned!"Khali:"Damned priests. Treating us like that. Even Shazah couldn't stomach it. But look at us. You and me, today. Shazah … I wish you were here."
Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:"Jone and Jode, you have shown the way to Rid-Thar-ri'Datta. This one is your humble servant. By your light this one will lead his people. By your light will this one imbue balance to the Khajiit."Khali:"The day Rid-Thar-ri'Datta became the first Mane. He had to crack some skulls, mark my words. But my people are better for it today."
In the Den of Lorkhaj, if Khali was chosen to become the next Mane:
Javad Tharn:"Ahh, you remember her?"Shazah:"Khali … I've missed you. You left me alone in the dark."Khali:"Shazah? Is that you? You're alive? You're safe?"Shazah:"Of course I'm alive. Safe and sound …."Javad Tharn:"Your sister is safe. Her soul has been purified by darkness. Come, join her. Come join your sister."Khali:"Let her go! Show yourself, you bastard! I'll take your face off with my claws."Javad Tharn:"Oh, you want her free? Here is your sister, free. Your sister, my new Dark Mane!"
After slaying Javad Tharn and te Dark Mane, if Khali was chosen to become the next Mane:
Khali:"Shazah? Are you all right?"Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:"Your sorrow is misplaced. Your sister is at peace. Together, you and she have walked the Two Moons Path to its end."Khali:"No! Damnit … I had to let you go once already. I'm not ready to lose you again."Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:"Her soul is at peace now. She has traveled beyond the Path to Aetherius. The light of the Bright Moons surrounding and guiding her."Khali:"How can I trust anything I've seen? The Path has shown me terrors, lies … failure."Shazah:"Khali … don't cry. Tharn can't hurt me now. I'm at peace. Soon I'll be with mother and father."Khali:"Please … don't leave me."Shazah:"Goodbye, my sister. You will be the Mane. You will lead the Khajiit with wisdom and strength. Know always that I love you."Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:"Hallowed, Champion, your journey is complete. Return now to Dune, and begin to walk the next path in your lives."
The coronation:
Moon-Bishop Hunal:"Champion. It is time. You are at the end of your path. As the Lunar Champion, you have proven yourself time and time again a leader of our people, but do you truly understand what it means to be the Mane?"Khali:"Yes. I've walked the path and know what lies ahead and honor those left behind."Moon-Bishop Hunal:"You've begun the path and know what lies ahead of our people. Are you prepared to lead your people?"Khali:"Yes, I accept this role in service of kith and kin."Moon-Bishop Hunal:"Then wear this as leader of our people and rise, Mane of our people."Rid-Thar-ri'Datta:"You've come through these trials and emerged victorious. Continue the path, young one, and accept this blessing for the journey ahead."Moon-Bishop Hunal:"Rejoice one and all! Long live the Mane!"
Quotes[]
"Khali is but a student of the Mane, but this one longs to be inside and undo this corruption."
"Nicely done! Shazah really does have her tail on straight today. Get in there. Khali will be right behind you."
Grimmer Still
"Dark moons, another barrier. I grow tired of this." – Upon entering Khaj Rawlith proper
"There! Get those senche to rest. Khali will handle the crystal." – Upon finding the corrupted senche statues
"This will only take a moment. Glad I paid attention to the monk's lessons." – Before destroying the crystal and deactivating the barrier
"There, done." – Upon deactivating the crystal
The First Step
"Colovians, here? These bastards killed my mother. Let's take them out!" – When entering the first room
"I know there are more of you. I can smell you! Come out and face me!" – Upon entering the second room
"You killed my mother, you bastard!" – When confronting General Quintilius
Motes in the Moonlight
"We'll meet you at the beacons! See you there, Hallowed." – After Shazah tells the Vestige to cleanse the beacons
"Just wanted to be sure you were well protected. Go ahead, Hallowed." – At the northwest beacon
"Nice work. See you at the temple door." – After purifying the northwest beacon
The Moonlit Path
"Look up there! The top of the central pillar." – After attuning the final crystal
