For other uses, see Lydia. Lydia is a Nord housecarl obtained upon completion of the quest "Dragon Rising." She receives the title of Housecarl from Balgruuf the Greater in Dragonsreach,[1] immediately after the Dragonborn is promoted to the title of Thane. As Housecarl, she is sworn to protect the Dragonborn with her life, and to carry their burdens.[2] She is a follower, as well as a marriage candidate for the Dragonborn. Just like other followers, Lydia can die if she does not get the…
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