Maiq makes very clear references to the real world. A lot of players, including myself, get their game immersion ruined by it. He needs to be removed and never come back.
Hahaha
Oh wait, youre serious..
Bethesda has a habit of putting fun little easter eggs in elder scrolls.
Morrowind and Oblivion had subtle references to star wars, pokemon, indiana jones and a lot more.
I like these little touches of humour. Its like the artists signature.
Its fun, unobtrusive, a nice wink to the fans and totally elder scrolls.
He also is not dead, lol.
See my signature for a fun example of why he might not be.