SKYRIM TEETERS AT THE BRINK OF DESTRUCTION. DRAGONS HAVE RETURNED AND THREATEN ALL OF TAMRIEL.
ONLY ONE HAS THE POWER TO DEFEAT THE CONSUMER OF WORLDS.
THIS IS THE STORY OF AIR BUD.
THE BALLAD OF AIR BUD THE DOGAHKIIN
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THE BALLAD OF AIR BUD THE DOGAHKIIN
PART 1
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The Lilmothiit
Thought to be extinct, this canine race was once found all over Blackmarsh. It is believed that they were driven out of their homeland by the Argonians. Known then for their tribal society, the Lilmothiit are imagined by some to have used rather barbaric tactics in combat. They can call upon the power of their Deathly Instinct once per day.
Air Bud's plan of being captured by Imperial guards is nearly foiled when Hadvar determines that there's nothing in the rules that says a dog can't be executed for treason. But in an unexpected turn of events Air Bud is saved when a dragon attacks his execution. Amazing.
Once free from his shackles, Air Bud is able to take a look at this full form. He is a majestic creature. He briefly remarks that he looks nothing at all like a Khajiit with a fox head and tail, then sets off to begin his adventure.
The most frightening parts of Air Bud's early adventures are the unexpected glimpses of what he looks like from the front.
Finally out of the caves and in the open world, Air Bud starts to consider how to hone his skills. The most important racial trait as an Lilmothiit is the ability to distort the way light shines on your fur. This allows the Lilmothiit to look as atrocious as possible even in direct sunlight.
Air Bud mingles with the local Stormcloak rebels. For members of a racist murderous rebellion, they are quite charming.
The Companions on the other hand are quite rude, despite the fact that they are obviously werewolves. Air Bud figures they're probably jealous they don't get to be dogs all the time.
(Aela wishes she looked this good in wolf form)
Air Bud arrives at Whiterun to deliver news of the dragon attack, and continues to look like the majestic beast he is. His unrelenting glare never falters (ever), even in the presence of the Jarl of Whiterun.
The Jarl and his court, for some reason, trust Air Bud completely and entrust him with a quest to find an ancient artifact. Despite the gravity of this exchange, and the fact that the Lilmothiit race has never been seen in Skyrim before, everyone accepts this arrangement very casually and with little ceremony.
BUT AIR BUD'S JOURNEY HAS ONLY JUST BEGUN.
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Before embarking on his quest to find the artifact, Air Bud seeks out some monks to become a badass unarmed brawler. The Pillars of the Way, peculiarly located in the forest far from all major cities, give Air Bud the power to improve his unarmed and unarmored skills. This is perfect for Air Bud, who finds traditional weapons and armor distasteful. He prefers to fight like a man (dog).
Our hero practices his new-found skills with his fellow canines. Air Bud quickly asserts himself as the dominant alpha male.
It isn't long before the other inhabitants of Skyrim begin to take notice of Air Bud.
Air Bud continues to assert himself
While traveling the plains outside Whiterun, our hero engages his natural abilities as a hunter. With all the fluidity and grace one would expect of him, Air Bud beats down elk with his bare (dog) hands.
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Our hero is finally satisfied with his fighting ability and begins his quest to find the ancient artifact. Why the Whiterun court needs an artifact in the wake of a dragon attack was never made quite clear to Air Bud. Nevertheless he ventures forth into the Bleak Falls Barrow to find it.
The temple is infested with bandits. Air Bud uses this as an opportunity for tickles.
He also samples the latest bandit wares.
Somewhere along the line blue goop is involved.
Air Bud eventually quits messing around and reaches the inner sanctum, which contains the artifact he needs. Mission accomplished.
Or is it?
It is.
Back at Whiterun, The Jarl calls a meeting with Air Bud and his personal guard. A dragon is attacking a tower outside Whiterun! Sensing a climactic battle approaching, Air Bud talks strategy with the Jarl. He gives his best dragon impersonation in preparation.
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As the battle approaches, Air Bud's unblinking eyes gaze out across the plains. Questions run through his elongated head. Can I really defeat a dragon? Are my fists the most practical weapon to use? Why aren't I wearing any clothes? In a little while longer, he will have his answers (2 out of 3 at least).
When the dragon arrives, our hero is unfazed.
Air Bud discovers that punching a dragon is actually quite easy and requires very little prior combat experience.
Suddenly things get out of hand. Air Bud is confused.
But Air Bud turns the tide of battle in his favor when he remembers his most important racial ability! The nearby guards watch his head and tail glow a brilliant fullbright white as he calls upon his inner magical power. Air Bud recovers his strength and waits for the dragon to land once more.
With one last mean right hook, the dragon falls at Air Bud's feet. It's over as quickly as it began.
Then something strange begins to happen.
Air Bud's majestic features glow an even more unexpected and vibrant color as he absorbs the dragon's soul. Air Bud stands perfectly still, unfazed by the momentous plot developments unfolding around him.
This can only mean one thing. Air Bud is no mere dog. He is the dragonborn. He is:
DOGAHKIIN!
to be continued?
