Vivec

Vivec is a fictional character and a major figure in The Elder Scrolls series. He is a Dunmer (Dark Elf) and one of the Tribunal, the trio of god-kings who rule Morrowind. Known as the Warrior-Poet, Vivec is presented as a living god, capable of both martial prowess and prophetic wisdom.

In the lore of Morrowind, Vivec and the other Tribunal members—Almalexia and Sotha Sil—achieved godhood through their association with the Heart of Lorkhan. Vivec City, the capital of Morrowind, is named after him and serves as a central religious and political hub in the province.

The 36 Lessons of Vivec are a central source for his theology and cosmology. This collection of sermons, prose-poem passages, and dialogues is noted for its cryptic, layered meanings and for shaping Dunmer beliefs about the nature of divinity, the world, and the duties of the living.

Vivec plays a key role in Morrowind's main quest. The player, as the Nerevarine, engages with his temple and teachings as Dagoth Ur and other threats unfold. The events surrounding the Tribunal and Dagoth Ur challenge the perceived authority of Vivec and the other living gods, influencing the religious landscape of the game world.

Vivec's depiction emphasizes paradox and ambiguity, blending divine and mortal traits. Scholarly discussions regard him as a vehicle for exploring Dunmer faith, authority, and identity within the Elder Scrolls mythos.