Who are the Khajiit Based On?
The Khajiit are a fictional race of cat-like creatures in the Elder Scrolls fantasy video-game series, and they are based on a diverse array of cultures with ties to the Indian Subcontinent, including Persian, Romani, Indian, and other cultures. The Khajiit’s unique blend of cultural influences is reflected in their stealthy and agile nature, making them accomplished thieves and warriors.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the most common breed of Khajiit?
The most common form of Khajiit is the Suthay-Raht, which are bipedal and similar in build and height to the races of man, with bodies completely covered in fur of different colors and patterns and digitigrade legs.
2. Are Khajiit allowed in cities in Skyrim?
Only the Khajiiti caravans are banned from entry, because of their members largely being linked to criminal activities and Skooma, although individual Khajiit are allowed in cities.
3. Is there a Khajiit you can marry?
There are no Khajiit that you can marry in the Elder Scrolls series, although Shahvee is a female Argonian that you can marry.
4. What God do Khajiit worship?
The Khajiit are extremely spiritual folk, worshipping the moons Jone and Jode, and revering Azurah, the Mother of all Khajiit.
5. Can Khajiit breed with elves?
It is less clear whether the Argonians and Khajiit are interfertile with both humans and elves, although there have been many reports throughout the Eras of children from these unions.
6. Are Khajiit based on Tabaxi?
The Khajiit are a pretty close approximation of Tabaxi, with maybe just a bit more devious thievery and cunning instead of curiosity and wanderlust.
7. What are Bosmer based on?
The Bosmer are a wondrously unique fictional race in the TES universe, with clear Celtic and Germanic influences, as well as Anglo-Welsh, Scythian, Parthian, and Mongolian influences.
8. What are Bretons based on?
Bretons are a hybrid race of both human and elven ancestry, primarily based on French culture, while the Forsworn are based on Celtic British.
9. What are Imperials based on?
The Imperials are based on the Roman Empire, with a mix of Italian and Greek influences, and are physically and culturally based off of Mediterranean people.
10. Are Imperials black?
Imperials tend to have black and brown hair, olive and tan skin, and green and brown eyes, but are not typically black like Subsaharan African or Redguards.
11. Why are Khajiit banned from cities?
The Khajiiti caravans are banned from entry because of their members largely being linked to criminal activities and Skooma, and due to the xenophobic nature of the Nords.
12. Can Bretons be black?
There is no such thing as a black Breton, as they can only tan a little bit, and their skin tone is generally fair.
13. What race are Redguards based on?
The Redguards are primarily based on the Middle Eastern Saracen culture of the Medieval era, with additional influences from North African civilizations and Japan.
14. Are Bretons half-elves?
The first Bretons were created from cross-breeding between Elves and their human slaves, resulting in a unique hybrid race.
15. Why do Bosmer have black eyes?
The Bosmer have black eyes as a sign of their heritage, which can be inherited from their parents, and is a distinctive trait of the Bosmer people.