Reverse Paranoia

Shivering Isles (Oblivion)?

Anyone know the best place (or proper place in this case) of Eavesdropping on Mezahdda and Nerdil in “The Lady of Paranoia” quest?

I didn’t remember a Nerdil talking to Ma’zaddha so I looked it up – still can’t find it, but here’s a complete walkthrough for that quest. Hope it helps!

The Duchess of Dementia, Syl, can be found in the “House of Dementia,” located
in Sheogorath’s Palace. If she is not in the main room, use the wait feature
to pass the time until she is there. Speak with you, it becomes immediately
evident that she is incredibly paranoid. She believes that people are spying
on her and conspiring against her. She tells you to seek Herdir, who can be
found in the torture chamber in the House of Dementia. With “The Lady of
Paranoia” quest set as your active quest, the quest arrow will point to
Herdir. Speak to him and tell him that you are the “Grand Inquisitor.” He
explains that you must question the people of Crucible about the “Conspiracy.”
You can probably imagine the type of “questioning” that will be taking place
with Herdir by your side.

Well, since you’ll be questioning people, why not start with those closest to
Syl? Start by speaking with the Redguard Kathleen, who can usually be found
sitting next to Sill’s throne. If he is not there, wait for a few hours.
Torture him twice, he will point you towards Anya Herrick. Anya can more than
likely be found wandering around the Palace Grounds area. Wherever she is, the
green quest arrow is pointing to her. Torture her, she will point you to a
Khajiit by the name of Ma’zaddha. Exit the Palace Ground through the door that
leads to Crucible. Locate Ma’zaddha and torture him, unfortunately he refuses
to tell you anything.

There are a few people that will be able to give you information on Ma’zaddha.
One is a Khajiit named Bhisha, you can find him either wandering the streets
of Crucible, or sleeping in a bedroll behind the “Things Found.” Alternatively
Cutter of “Cutter’s Weapons” will give you the same information. You learn
that Ma’zaddha meets a Dark Seducer named Nelrene late at night in Crucible.
You must eavesdrop on their conversation to learn more. Speak with Herdir and
send him back to the palace at this point. Both Ma’zaddha’s and Nelrene’s
locations are visible on your map, basically wait outside on the streets of
Crucible until the two arrows are both in Crucible. This should happen at
around midnight.

Once both arrows are green and begin converge, quickly travel to the area just outside of “Brithaur’s House.” You must remain out of sight or they will not have the conversation and you will have to try another night. A good place to hide is underneath the wooden walkway (the one that leads up to the area that is outside of Ma’zaddha’s house), behind the boxes. After the conversation between the two, once you receive the “Quest Updated” popup, confront Ma’zaddha and ask him about the “Conspiracy.” Spare his life, in turn he promises to provide you with information. He tells you to meet him at his home in Crucible tomorrow at midnight. Do so, you will have to pick the house’s lock, though. Inside, you discover that Ma’zaddha has been slain.

Take the keys from Ma’zaddha, head up the stair and enter the upper area of Ma’zaddha’s house. Open the cupboard in this room and retrieve “Nelrene’s Ceremonial Shortsword” and “Ma’zaddha’s Crinkled Note.” With the two items in hand, travel to Sheogorath’s Palace, enter the House of Dementia and confront Nelrene. Show her the proof that you have acquired, she explains that Muurine is the actual person behind this whole conspiracy. The quest arrow is now pointing to Muurine. She is likely wandering the streets of Crucible or in her home, locate her and confront speak to her about the conspiracy. She admits to the entire thing straight out. Now to tell Syl of the treachery you have discovered. Syl tells you to meet her in the torture chamber, where Muurine will be swiftly dealt with. You are given the bow “Ruin’s Edge” for your work.

Oblivion: Shivering Isles Walkthrough Part 3: The Lady of Paranoia