Wow... Leave the guy alone, he does have a point, and that point is Beth shoves certain content down your throat ruining RP, what about the Stones of Barenziah? Forced to join the Thieves Guild for that one, but not before Brynjolf jumps on you the first second you enter Riften anyway, but i guess COD kiddies don't know what RP means.
Oblivion was more free then Skyrim, at least you didn't have people jumping on you forcing you to join their guild.
Oblivion was more free then Skyrim, at least you didn't have people jumping on you forcing you to join their guild.
How in heck does Brynjolf force you to join the TG? When he tries to talk to you, just exit and walk away as he talks himself... He only 'force-talk' once and can easily be avoided... As for the Stones, THEY ARE A THIEVES GUILD QUEST so it makes since why you have to join the TG for them!
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Heck, even if you do decide to stay and listen, all you need to do is Decline his offer.