No Lolly-gaggin'!

I've been playing Skyrim for a couple of months now. I've had a few different characters, primarily in order to experience all the quests available while not abandoning role-playing. Finally, I've settled into a Breton archer/mage named Houston Abernathy.

With this character, I decided on a course of action that could be, but should not be, considered an exploit. I refrained from visiting the Jarl of Whiterun. As a result, the quest Dragon Rising has not yet begun. Therefore, I am able to visit various outdoor word walls without having to encounter dragons. This was very helpful at lower levels. However, for the same reason, I am unable to obtain dragon souls for powering the dragon shouts that I learn. I think that's a fair trade-off. Possessing dragon shouts with no way to use them doesn't sound like much of an exploit. But I have enjoyed playing without the pressure of the main quest looming over everything I do.

I have a lot of snapshots forthcoming. I can't think of a better way to begin than with one of the most strikingly beautiful sights in Skyrim.