The Northern Maiden is a ship found at the docks of Windhelm, captained by Gjalund Salt-Sage. Initially it's the only way to reach the island of Solstheim; however, after the first trip to Raven Rock, it is no longer required as the only option to fast travel to and from the mainland. If choosing to fast travel to Skyrim from Solstheim, the Dragonborn will appear on the deck of this ship at the Windhelm Docks. It is still possible to ask captain Gjalund for passage between the two locations; however, each crossing on the ship costs 250File:GoldIcon.png.