Paarthurnax is a dragon character from the video game series The Elder Scrolls, specifically featured in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. He is known for his wisdom and guidance, serving as a mentor to the player character, known as the Dragonborn. Paarthurnax resides atop the Throat of the World, the highest mountain in Skyrim, and is a member of the ancient dragon race. Paarthurnax has a complex history, having once served as a lieutenant to the dragon god Alduin, who is the primary antagonist of the game. Despite his past, he seeks redemption and promotes peace between dragons and humans. His character raises moral questions about forgiveness and the possibility of change.