Barbas will run ahead, so you will likely be on your own. The first room offers an enemy guarding the wooden structure and a chest. His worshipers consist of leveled vampires who will protect the shrine with their lives. Haemar's ShameД¬lavicus Vile obviously suffered the same fate as many other daedric princes, and his shrine is now hidden away in a damp tomb. When you finally reach Haemar's Shame, Barbas will enter right away so follow him inside. When all is said and done, Barbas will open the eastern gate himself and continue towards the Throat of the World. The trip goes through the destroyed town, now occupied by bandits, so help Barbas fight them. Follow Barbas past Pinewatch and up the mountain towards Helgen. Barbas can not be killed by anyone because he is invulnerable, so just fight the opposition and keep an eye on the dog, who may wander off. The first distraction comes when you and Barbas face an unmarked bridge guarded by bandits, just west of Falkreath. Following Barbas can be difficult as Barbas tends to get lost on occasion, so keep an eye on the map marker. Haemar's Shame is located a long way from Falkreath, at the foot of the Throat of the World, straight east from the ruined town of Helgen. If you choose this option, see this section. You can then fast travel to Helgen or in the proximity of Haemar's Shame.

This will make Barbas travel to Haemar's Shame alone. Note that traveling with Barbas can be avoided by postponing his request during the second set of dialogue responses select 'You were looking for me?' followed by 'I've got things to do'. Barbas will then be on his way towards this cavern, and you will have to follow him on a long journey. You agree to arbitrate this disagreement and Barbas tells you that Vile is probably close to a cult of worshippers living near Haemar's Shame. Taunting Barbas will make him reveal his master to be Daedric Prince Clavicus Vile. Barbas will describe a falling-out that he had with his master, and says that he needs someone who can settle the disagreement. Choose the second dialogue option for a bit of background explanation. He will introduce himself as Barbas and will ask for your help. A dog will approach and enthusiastically address you, saying 'You are exactly what I was looking for'. Travel along the road a short distance southwest of town. In either case, Lod will give you some fresh meat for bait. You can either accept his request to chase down the dog or attempt to persuade him to pay you part of the gold up-front for your efforts.

When approached Lod will only show interest in one specific dog, a 'fine, strong creature that's been wandering near town', that he would like for you to catch for him. Regardless of your answer, he will then point you to local blacksmith, Lod, who can be found working his smithy during the day. Once you reach the required level, a trip to Falkreath will net you an encounter with a guard asking a rather unusual question, namely if you have seen a stray dog running around outside town.

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