The Sapiarchs are a group of Altmeri mages and scholars found throughout Summerset Isle, particularly at the College of Sapiarchs and the Crystal Tower, of which they are the keepers of.
They are deeply ingrained in the Isle's society, as they even hold political power, considering the Sapiarchs have served and continue to serve as the advisors to the rulers in Alinor.
The Sapiarchs play a key role in the main questline of the Summerset chapter. For more information, see the lore page.
There is also a style associated with this faction, the Sapiarch Style. Chapters of this style book can be found by completing repeatable quests for the Divine Prosecution. Crafting Sapiarch Style items requires 
Culanda Lacquer.
MembersEdit
Some Sapiarchs are mentioned in quests or as authors of lore books, but do not appear in person at any point.
LocationsEdit
Alinor — A city found in the southwestern part of Summerset. (map)- College of Sapiarchs — An institution located on an island just west of the city of Lillandril. (map)
- Crystal Tower — A large structure found on the northern tip of Summerset. (map)
Illumination Academy — A university in northwest Summerset, east of Lillandril. (map)
King's Haven Pass — A delve running through Eton Nir with two entrances, one east of the Illumination Academy, and the other north of Eton Nir Grotto. It contains Coral-Splitter goblins and wildlife. (map)
Lillandril — A town found in the northwest part of Summerset. (map)- Rellenthil — A township found in the center of Summerset, northeast of Alinor. (map)
Russafeld — A winery found northwest of Shimmerene, in central Summerset. (map)
Related QuestsEdit
The Crystal Tower: Ascend the Crystal Tower and put an end to Nocturnal's machinations.- Culture Clash: Help Rigurt the Brash gain an audience with Summerset's Proxy Queen.
- Manor of Masques: Audition for the House of Reveries and help find a missing sibling.
- Murder In Lillandril: Investigate a murder in Lillandril.
- A Necessary Alliance: Figure out a way to get into the Crystal Tower with the help of Clavicus Vile and Mephala.
- A New Alliance: Attend a meeting with the Proxy Queen to ensure the Crystal Tower is protected.
A Rose's Beauty: Collect several blossoms of the Rose-of-Archon flower for Sapiarchs.- The Tower Sentinels: Warn the College of Sapiarchs of the threat to the Crystal Tower.
Related BooksEdit
- Before the Ages of Man by Aicantar of Shimmerene — Chronicles the major events of the Dawn and Merethic Eras
- Crafting Motif 62: Sapiarch by Artuudawen Thousand-Shoes, Sapiarch of Apparel Analysis — A guide to crafting armor and weapons in the Sapiarch style
- Crimes of the Daggerfall Covenant by Aicantar of Shimmerene, Sapiarch of Indoctrination — Dominion propaganda decrying the Covenant
- The Crystal of the Tower by Larnatille of Lillandril, Sapiarch of Arcanology — A scholarly essay on the Crystal Tower and Transparent Law
- Enigma of the Runestones by Telenger the Artificer — On the runestones of Tamriel
- Haladan's Research Journal by Haladan
- Letter to Haladan by Norasea
- Letter to Imedril by Sapiarch Hannayel
- Letter to Norasea by Haladan
- Mirulon's Report by Mirulon — A carefully written letter from Mirulon to his masters, "The Earls"
- The Myth of the Sea Sloads by Raavarion, Sapiarch of Aquatic Malevolence — A sapiarch discusses any potential threats from the so-called Sea Sloads
- Notes on Klathzgar's Schematics by Pelorrah — Research notes on Klathzgar's Animunculi
- On the College of Sapiarchs by Adandora, Chronicler at Large — A treatise on the renowned College of Sapiarchs in Summerset
- Our Blessed Isles: A Guide by Runilstir the Surveyor — A circular guide to the wondrous Summerset Isle
- The Psijic Order by Vrithilin, Sapiarch of Current Chronologies — An overview of the oldest monastic order in Tamriel
- Princess Urenenya's Letter by Princess Urenenya — A translation of an Ayleid letter from a princess to her forbidden lover
- Regarding the Ebonheart Pact by Aicantar of Shimmerene, Sapiarch of Indoctrination — Condemnation against the Dunmer and their allegiance to the Ebonheart Pact
- Regarding the "Fists of Thalmor" by Canonreeve Falduil — A missive regarding the nomenclature around the Aldmeri Dominion's justiciars
- Response to Citizen Inquiries by Aicantar of Shimmerene, Sapiarch of Indoctrination — A Thalmor response to the requests of an enthusiastic Khajiiti citizen
- Restoring the Welwas by Ambolisse, Sapiarch of Zoological Studies — A treatise on the reintroduction of the welwa to the island of Summerset
- Rinyde's Journal by Rinyde
- Sages of the Crystal Tower by Nularan, Mages Guild Scribe — A Mages Guild scholar describes the renowned Sapiarchs of the Crystal Tower
- Sapiarch's Recommendation by Sapiarch Tandemen
- Thalmor Handbill by Aicantar of Shimmerene, Sapiarch of Indoctrination — Thalmor pamphlet offering guidance for interacting with Khajiit and Bosmer allies
- An Unusual Alliance by Aicantar of Shimmerene, Sapiarch of Indoctrination — An Aldmeri Dominion notice calling for unity
- Welcome to New Aldmeri Irregulars by Aicantar of Shimmerene, Sapiarch of Indoctrination — An introductory pamphlet for new Aldmeri Dominion combatants
Related AchievementsEdit
| Achievement | Points | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Enemy of My Enemy | 10 | Complete the "A Necessary Alliance" quest. |
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The Good of the Many | 50 | Stop the conspiracy sowing chaos through Summerset, protect the Crystal Tower, and forge a new alliance to restore the Isles to order. |
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Resolute Guardian | 10 | Complete the "The Tower Sentinels" quest. |
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Sapiarch Style Master | 50 | Learn every chapter in the Sapiarch style book, occasionally found as rewards for completing daily jobs for the Divine Prosecution. |
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What Must Be Done | 10 | Complete the "The Crystal Tower" quest. |
Related CollectiblesEdit
| Furnishing | Type | Price | Achievement/Quest | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
Banner of the Sapiarchs, Hanging (page) | Parlor (Banners) |
10,000  |
Achievement: Resolute Guardian | The symbol of the Sapiarchs, ancient order of the Wise who help guide the realm of Summerset. |