Skyrim's Lydia Has Definitely Seen Monty Python's Holy Grail Movie
When it comes to iconic characters in Skyrim, none come quite as popular and well-known as companion Lydia, who also references Monty Python and the Holy Grail in the game's Dragonborn DLC. Upon the release of Skyrim back in 2011, fans were quick to praise Lydia as an entertaining, reliable and seemingly indestructible (unless attacked by the player) teammate in the Dragonborn's journey. With the Nord being one of the first companions that can be met during the story, many were quick to take a liking to Lydia and aimed to have her alongside throughout Skyrim's 33-hour main questline. This came with a bonus when playing the Dragonborn DLC, as Lydia references Monty Python while the player does battle with a Riekling.
Companions helped the Dragonborn's exploration of Skyrim less lonely than it otherwise might've been on their own. Dozens feature in the game, and the player is able to customize the outfits and weapons of most they encounter. While exploring or in combat, companions will frequently offer quick lines of dialogue, sometimes related to their own specific backstory. Some of these exchanges can be quite humorous, especially when the Dragonborn is attempting to take advantage of Elder Scrolls' powerful sneaking mechanics. Lydia, due to her being one of the first companions encountered in Skyrim, is arguably one of the game's most famous.
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Upon the release of Dragonborn in 2012, the final story-based DLC that Bethesda offered for Skyrim, eagle-eared fans were quick to notice a line from Lydia that suggested alongside her combat prowess and usefulness in battle situations, she is also apparently a fan of classic comedy movies. While fighting a Riekling (creatures that
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