Cecil is an NPC in Divinity: Original Sin

He is the mayor of Cyseal

Can be found inside the Town Hall, at the Mayor's Office in the lower floor.

Dialog[edit]

  • What? Oh, it's you! Come closer, then, closer... my ears aren't what they used to be. Nor my eyes, for that matter. Yes, hello, Source Hunter! Our city welcomes you!
  • 1. Tell me about yourself.
    • My elf? What elf?
    • Oh, myself! I am Cecil, mayor of Cyseal and husband of the stately Cecilia. I've been the mayor here for decades, and I'm quite eager to see Cyseal through these difficult times - yes, very difficult times indeed!
  • 2. Tell me about the issues in Cyseal.
    • What?
    • Oh, you mean Cyseal! Very difficult times indeed! As though the death of Jake -and by Source magic no less - weren't enough, we're also facing all sorts of brutish intruders.
    • The undead have overrun all but one northern trade route, while the orcs are making a habit of savaging our beaches.
    • That's not to mention that at the top of the whole caboodle, there's rumours of some new religious sect or cult or some such sticking its tendrils into the innocent, Seven-fearing folks of Cyseal!
    • And *ahem* while we're on the subject of troubles, I myself have a private matter I'd like to bring to your attention. It involves a magic relic I rather foolishly sought... a weapon called the Staff of Pergamon.
    • 1. About Jake's murder...
      • Jake... murdered? Oh yes... yes, now I recall. Indeed, I could hardly believe it myself. The councillor and I have certainly had our differences over the years, but old squabbles evaporate under such circumstances.
      • Most of the townsfolk are certain Jake's wife Esmeralda is responsible - in fact, the Legion have taken her into protective custody to keep her safe from the mob.
      • As you can imagine, I've known Esmeralda for years. That business between her and the Duke of Ferol was always a bit... suggestive... but I never had cause to suspect her of violence. Still, one never knows for sure.
      • 1. Tell me about the Duke of Ferol.
        • An upright bloke, apart from all this Esmeralda nonsense! The whole town knows the only goal of his 'business trips' to Cyseal is spend a night or two at the King Crab Inn with Mrs. Councillor.
      • 2. Let's change the subject...
    • 2. Tell me more about the undead in Cyseal.
      • What? The undead? Yes, for the past two years, those blasted skeletons have all but suffocated this city. With all but one trade route overrun, Cyseal's once torrential commerce has slowed to a pathetic trickle.
    • 3. What’s this about a 'Staff of Pergamon'?
      • The what of what, now? You're speaking gibberish
      • Ah, you mean the Staff of Pergamon! Yes yes... I was expecting a shipment of weapons, and among the cargo was this very powerful, very rare staff. I managed to place the order through means somewhat... atypical to a government official.
      • Cecil proved an old fool, though, for the merchant slated to deliver it to me has just informed me that the damned thing has gone missing. I fear it may have fallen into the wrong hands, and I wonder if you could retrieve it for me.
      • 1. Tell me about the merchant.
        • His name's Conrad, captain of the Tide Splitter, a merchant ship still docked at the Cyseal harbour. You can talk to him if you think it'd help, but I'd quite like to avoid getting the Legion involved, if you don't mind.
      • 2. What do you know about the staff itself?
        • The staff itself contains a shard of an ore highly valued for its use in weapons of war. I know use of the material to be forbidden, but I was desperate to do something to aid the townsfolk against the undead.
      • 3. Let’s change the subject...
    • 4. Can you tell me more about Rivellon's sects?
      • Well I... I do believe that's something your parents ought to have discussed with you long ago, Source Hunter. But I suppose if... if you really don't know, I'd be remiss if I didn't at least explain the basics.
      • You see, when a lady and a fellow find each other rather nice... well, rather MORE than nice, they'll occasionally... ‘ahem*... well, they'll...
      • Oh, this is nonsense! I'm the mayor, for the Seven's sake! I can't be bothered to chat all day about the birds and the bees when Cyseal's under siege by orcs, undead, and cultists!
    • 5. Let's change the subject...
  • 3. Can you tell me more about your library?
    • Ah, the library! Yes, yes, you must have a visit; it's the gem of Cyseal! Would you like to have a look? I'll escort you upstairs myself.
    • Please yourself! Let me know if you change your mind - you won't regret it!
    • 1. Sure! Sounds interesting.
      • Marvellous! Follow me then.
      • What?... Oh! Yes, this library is the jewel in Cyseal's crown, the beacon of culture and learning in our fair city!
      • My Victoria has every volume you could possibly imagine, and she's got every speck of information about this place packed into her brilliant brain!
      • Yes, Victoria's come a long way from the little bundle of claws and teeth I adopted so long ago. It brings a tear to my eye just seeing her here among her beloved books!
      • What? ... Oh, yes yes, I'll be on my way back downstairs now. Please introduce yourself! I know Victoria will be happy to make your acquaintance.
    • 2. Not just now, thanks.
      • That depends; what kind of berries are you interested in, exactly?
  • 4. Tell me about Victoria, the orc librarian.
    • My dear girl! My darling adopted daughter, my pride and joy!
    • I introduced her to my library when she was still a girl. She quickly proved that the preconceptions we humans hold of orcs as savage beasts are patently false.
    • If you're looking for something special, just ask! She knows every book by heart -papa's smart little cookie!
  • 5. Someone wants Victoria dead...
    • You managed to drive him away? But what if he comes back? Are we destined to live in fear forever after?
    • Someone wants to see Victoria dead? That cherub of the book, that seraph of the library? Outrageous!
    • Hear you me: You must stop that dog by any means necessary. As mayor of Cyseal, you have my permission to take... drastic measures if need be.
  • 6. I've joined the Fabulous Five; let’s discuss the assignment they gave me...
    • Wait here, I'll get my beekeeper's suit!
    • Oh, wait...Oh, yes! The Fabulous Five. I thought you said 'the treacherous., well, never mind.
    • They just informed me they cleared that cave of all undead presence, so I gave them their reward as promised! They just left town- the rest of the world needs saving too! They truly are fabulous!
  • 7. I met your pet, Maxine.
    • Maxine? What in heaven's name are you... oh! You mean the mongrel that's always skulking about the place?
    • I spent months trying to teach that worthless hound how to fetch, and it sat through every lesson looking at me like I were the idiot! 'Man's best friend' my eye!
    • I've always been more fond of cats myself.
  • 8. I'll take my leave.

Location[edit]

Cyseal City
Cyseal City
Town Hall
Town Hall
Mayor Cecil's Office
Mayor Cecil's Office (Lower Floor)

Map[edit]

DivinityOriginalSinCecilMap.jpg

Related Quests[edit]

Cecil's Mighty Staff
Cecil's Mighty Staff