Vivecs

Vivecs is not a standard term in official lore; in most sources, the canonical figure is Vivec, a central being in The Elder Scrolls series. If encountered, the plural form Vivecs is rarely used and does not denote multiple named individuals in the core material. The following describes the primary figure associated with the name.

Vivec is a member of the Tribunal, the trio of living gods worshipped by the Dunmer of Morrowind. He is described as the warrior-poet, a composite being who embodies both martial prowess and spiritual or philosophical insight. Along with Almalexia and Sotha Sil, Vivec is said to have ascended to godhood through the power of the Heart of Lorkhan and ruled as part of the Tribunal, shaping Dunmer religion and politics.

A key source for Vivec’s character is the 36 Lessons of Vivec, a collection of sermons that mix myth, doctrine, history, and poetry. The Lessons are a foundational text for understanding Dunmer beliefs, the Tribunal’s nature, and Vivec’s own persona. In the game world, Vivec City bears his name and serves as a religious and cultural center, reflecting his enduring influence on Dunmer society.

In terms of portrayal, Vivec is often depicted as having dual aspects—the poet and the warrior—though details about his origins are mythic and intentionally ambiguous. In the broader Elder Scrolls mythos, the Tribunal’s power and the status of Vivec as a living god are subjects of interpretation and debate among scholars and players.

See also: The 36 Lessons of Vivec; Tribunal Temple; Morrowind.