Frequent 'the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim' Questions

136 votes

8 answers

696k views

How do I find my follower if and when they leave me?

I had parked my follower at an inn with a bunch of valuable items that I didn't want to carry. I guess I have been out a bit too long as this message appears: Your follower tires of waiting and ...

Patrick Klug

2,941

asked Nov 12, 2011 at 6:51

56 votes

9 answers

787k views

How do I get rid of my bounty?

I accidentally killed a noble, now every guard wants to kill me. Is there any way I can get rid of the bounty?

nabbeloff

561

asked Nov 12, 2011 at 17:54

113 votes

10 answers

1.0m views

Where can I safely store my stuff?

I'd like to find a place to store stuff while I'm out adventuring, without spending 5000 on a house (at least, until I can afford that...). Where can I safely store items without worrying about them ...

Doug

2,341

asked Nov 12, 2011 at 8:58

27 votes

5 answers

129k views

How can I find a lost item?

I've lost Morekei, 100% magicka regen, and I have no idea how. I've been looping through all of the shopkeepers I might have somehow sold it to but no one seems to have it. I've got this game on PC. ...

Jeremy

2,168

asked Nov 20, 2011 at 1:53

58 votes

13 answers

578k views

What is an effective way to level smithing?

Leveling smithing to 100 seems like a difficult task. Is it more effective to craft cheap things such as iron daggers, or to craft expensive items such as Elven weapons?

Wipqozn♦

45.8k

asked Nov 13, 2011 at 2:32

109 votes

27 answers

334k views

How do I make money efficiently?

In Oblivion, I had two favorite money-makers: Dump all my stuff except some basic armor and potions, and raid an oblivion tower. The armor and weapons was worth lots, and selling it in Anvil made a ...

Konerak

5,675

asked Nov 13, 2011 at 22:56

39 votes

2 answers

44k views

How do I deal with a runaway bride?

I killed my first wife once I found out there is a mercenary you can marry who gives you up to 300 gold a day (in Whiterun). The only requirement, of course, being that I had to hire her first. So I ...

Liam Dunne

391

asked Nov 22, 2011 at 19:22

31 votes

4 answers

841k views

How do I cure Sanguinare Vampiris?

I have Sanguinare Vampiris. I don't really want to become a vampire. How can I cure myself?

victoriah

8,480

asked Nov 19, 2011 at 15:01

12 votes

3 answers

58k views

How do I get Skyrim to recognize I don't have a follower anymore?

I went to do The Blessings of Nature quest where you need to get Eldergleam Sap. The pilgrim (Maurice Jondrelle) died in a fight on the way there so I was forced to battle with the Spriggans. They ...

adrian

121

asked Dec 31, 2011 at 6:08

20 votes

3 answers

102k views

Dragon souls not activating new words

So if I understand correctly you can learn new words and the souls will activate these words. I just killed a dragon and when it died it looked like I absorbed the soul but it didn't unlock any of the ...

Pickels

515

asked Nov 13, 2011 at 13:52

68 votes

3 answers

921k views

Where are the save files in Skyrim?

I can't find those that I need to delete. What's the location of those files? How can we manage them?

Warface

13.8k

asked Nov 15, 2011 at 3:24

17 votes

3 answers

178k views

Skyrim "You already have a follower" issue

Whenever I try to get somebody to follow me in Skyrim they something in the lives with "You already have a follower.". The problem is, I don't. I have not, to my recollection, had a follower at any ...

Jonas Söderström

2,073

asked Dec 29, 2011 at 15:34

59 votes

14 answers

241k views

What determines when you do a finishing move?

Sometimes, when fighting an enemy, your character will do a special move, with a third person view animation, instantly killing the enemy. But these types of moves seem to be random, sometimes being ...

Jupotter

7,949

asked Nov 11, 2011 at 16:02

20 votes

8 answers

258k views

Why can't I buy the Windhelm house (Hjerim)?

I've finished the Stormcloak storyline, and now cannot become a Thane of Windhelm without buying Hjerim. The Steward keeps saying something has happened and he can't sell it right now. What the heck ...

JClaspill

2,523

asked Nov 21, 2011 at 20:15

19 votes

7 answers

179k views

After I murdered/robbed people, how do I get rid of the bounty?

I thought it would be nice to steal some useful stuff from people. However, the whole town got angry for me doing so. Seems someone did spot me doing so, I survived the first people by walking back ...

Tamara Wijsman

16.8k

asked Nov 11, 2011 at 21:52

51 votes

3 answers

124k views

How can I cure lycanthropy?

I really want to get rid of it. I've been through the whole companion’s quest line and cured Kodlak's. I killed all 5 witches and have 4 of the heads left in my inventory. I've been back to that same ...

Jeremy

2,168

asked Nov 14, 2011 at 0:01

14 votes

7 answers

30k views

How exactly does lycanthropy work? Does it mix with vampirism?

Related to this question. Specifically, I want to know if these possibilities exist: Can I become a werepire(vampwolf?), i.e. both vampire and werewolf at the same time. Can you infect other NPCs as ...

l I

82.4k

asked Nov 11, 2011 at 3:13

12 votes

5 answers

120k views

Maxing out gear with maxed out smithing, enchanting and alchemy

I have level 100 smithing, enchanting and alchemy. I also have some nice enchanted gear, fortify smithing and alchemy. How high should I be able to get my fortified equipment? Currently I'm around ...

Coomie

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asked Jan 6, 2012 at 3:02

11 votes

4 answers

90k views

How do I switch sides in the Civil War?

This is my first time through playing Elder Scrolls and initially I grabbed every quest that has come available... At first I thought I wanted to be part of the Imperial Legion but I feel like I ...

Avien

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asked Dec 2, 2011 at 20:29

5 votes

3 answers

37k views

I can't find Karliah at the Ragged Flagon

During the 'Hard Answers' Thieves Guild quest, Karliah asked me to meet her at the Ragged Flagon. However, it seems that she doesn't show up at the rendezvous point. Where do I find her?

Wafieldn

61

asked Dec 14, 2011 at 15:17

26 votes

3 answers

149k views

Transferring Skyrim saved games from one machine to another

Is there a way of easily transferring a saved game from one machine to another? PC to PC XBox to XBox PS3 to PS3 Cross platform transfers

theorise

10.8k

asked Nov 11, 2011 at 10:42

17 votes

6 answers

267k views

How can I start the Blood on the Ice quest?

I am currently part of the Stormcloaks and just finished Rescue from Fort Neugard. The Jarl wants to make me a thane and is telling me to buy a house, but his steward is telling me the house is ...

Rachel

8,050

asked Dec 12, 2011 at 1:19

17 votes

3 answers

19k views

Can Skyrim's console savegames be migrated to PC? [duplicate]

My PS3 Skyrim is starting to have the dreaded lag problem. I've tested Skyrim on my PC and it works perfectly on medium settings with 60FPS@720p (and better graphics than the PS3). It is also ...

juanjux

333

asked Dec 5, 2011 at 21:40

109 votes

2 answers

185k views

How do enemies and monsters level up?

I remember that Oblivion implemented a behavior that level up monsters and enemies at the same time as main character. How does it work in Skyrim? Is this behavior still partially or totally present?

Drake

42.4k

asked Nov 9, 2011 at 8:35

62 votes

15 answers

555k views

What is an effective way to level Archery?

Furthermore, how does Archery level? Does every successful hit on an enemy reward me with a set amount of experience, or does damage dealt also play a role? Also, do I receive any experience for a ...

Wipqozn♦

45.8k

asked Nov 16, 2011 at 11:30

45 votes

1 answer

8k views

Why can I sometimes take half of a shops items while the oher half is considered stealing?

I notice that sometimes in certain shops, houses, etc. that a large portion of the owner's items are available to just 'take', while other items remain marked as 'stealing'. I'm just a little ...

Noran

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asked Nov 16, 2011 at 19:09

28 votes

4 answers

334k views

I want a divorce! What's the most painless way of obtaining one?

Seriously, it was fun and all, but I can't and I don't want to stay married to the same woman for the rest of my life - one real life marriage is enough.. Is there a lawyer or process of some kind in ...

DrFish

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asked Dec 14, 2011 at 15:06

20 votes

2 answers

146k views

Is there a way to clear quests from your journal in skyrim

I have a number of quests in my journal that are already done but got put in a second time due to an unfortunate conversation option. Does anyone know a way to clear these types of quests out of the ...

Twisted

331

asked Nov 14, 2011 at 17:13

18 votes

4 answers

229k views

How do I reset my manor so I can rebuild it with different options?

I currently have Windstad Manor and built it all. Now I regret some choices and I'd like to rethink and rebuild it. Is there any console way to "nuke" the manor and rebuild it from ground up?

BlakBat

283

asked Feb 3, 2013 at 20:44

13 votes

6 answers

16k views

Aside from containers in bought houses or guilds/organizations, are there other 'safe' containers which will store items permanently (won't reset)?

In TES IV: Oblivion, you don't have to buy a house nor join a guild/organization to have access to containers where you can safely store items, without them being reset every few in-game days. Aside ...

galacticninja

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asked Nov 15, 2011 at 9:45

11 votes

7 answers

253k views

How do I resurrect companions / followers?

I've had a few companions who have died. Is it possible to resurrect them? If not, where can they be hired from?

Coomie

12.6k

asked Nov 15, 2011 at 3:17

6 votes

6 answers

105k views

Becoming Thieves Guild Guildmaster, am I bugged?

I've completed the Thieves Guild main questline (Darkness Returns) and chosen my special power (Shadowcloak of Nocturnal). It says completed in my quest log. I also completed the extra jobs in each ...

Dycker

5,345

asked Jan 12, 2012 at 18:47

4 votes

4 answers

178k views

How do I move my family to Lakeview Manor?

I have my first house in Whiterun, and I built a children's room there. I also have Lakeview Manor and built the children's beds and chests there too. Now I'm attempting to adopt, and the only home I ...

Galand

41

asked Apr 24, 2013 at 17:28

64 votes

3 answers

1.6m views

How do I restore the glory of the Thieves Guild?

One of the achievements for the Thieves Guild says "Restore the Thieves Guild to its former glory." Brynjolf doesn't say anything to me, I can't seem to find Karliah, and as far as I can tell, I am ...

Invader Skoodge

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asked Nov 28, 2011 at 1:39

59 votes

9 answers

558k views

Is there a definitive 'Best Weapon' for each weapon type in Skyrim?

So I was wandering up to the forge in Whiterun with my Ebony Ingots, Daedra Heart and other assorted bits and pieces in hand. I started to go through the process of smithing out my lovely new one-...

djdd87

1,179

asked Dec 19, 2011 at 20:48

45 votes

2 answers

1.6m views

What do I get from a skill being Legendary?

I recently got my Blacksmithing skill to 100. Now in the skills menu I can press space to make it Legendary, which will put it back to a skill level of 15 and reset my perks. I am wondering: What ...

Memor-X

15.6k

asked Jul 13, 2014 at 22:46

35 votes

7 answers

262k views

Do console commands affect Steam achievements?

I've painted myself into a corner and am forced to choose between abandoning a couple hours' progress or cheating my way out of it. Unfortunately, I can't find hard data on if/how the use of console ...

Ben Blank

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asked Nov 21, 2011 at 19:45

31 votes

25 answers

155k views

How do I kill a giant?

I've seen and heard a lot of references to how powerful the giants are in Skyrim (e.g. Penny Arcade), so my challenge as soon as I get the game is to go and kill one. I'm sure that if I maxed out my ...

jwaddell

8,668

asked Nov 9, 2011 at 22:06

21 votes

5 answers

20k views

How can I determine if an NPC is available for marriage?

In the vein of Are inter-racial marriages frowned upon? - Pete Hines, Bethesda's VP of PR and Marketing, when asked if Skyrim would support gay marriage said the following: You can marry anyone......

Ian Pugsley

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asked Nov 12, 2011 at 18:31

20 votes

4 answers

644k views

Where are all the Stones of Barenziah located? (No Stone Unturned)

I can't seem to find a few of the Stones, so, is there a list available with the location of all the stones?

mordi2k

11.9k

asked Nov 19, 2011 at 23:54

20 votes

4 answers

71k views

Fortify alchemy/fortify enchant stacking?

Is it possible to enchant a set of Fortify Alchemy equipment so that it allows you to create a more potent Fortify Enchanting potion than using the potion to recreate a more powerful set of alchemy ...

Goblinlord

1,379

asked Nov 17, 2011 at 1:56

12 votes

5 answers

145k views

How do I create Fortify Alchemy enchantments up to 29%?

I was making a set of Fortify Alchemy to 29% to be able to create stronger enchantments. For some reason my Fortify Alchemy gear only goes to a maximum of 23% and I've read/seen people creating ...

shandow

121

asked Dec 3, 2011 at 23:04

10 votes

2 answers

180k views

I lost my follower? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: How do I find my follower if and when they leave me? When I was asked to get a knife from some crazy witch to save a tree I lost my follower. There was no body, she didn’t die,...

KnotHeather

1,219

asked Nov 27, 2011 at 2:45

8 votes

6 answers

223k views

Why can't I adopt children despite having a steading in Falkreath?

I bought two pieces of land. One from Morthal, and one from Falkreath. Morthal was the first plot of land I purchased. I only finished half of it. I bought the plot of land in falkreath because I ...

Chase

81

asked Mar 13, 2013 at 15:12

32 votes

2 answers

77k views

Can you remarry if your spouse is dead?

Title sums it up: can you remarry if your spouse is dead?

aryaXstark

331

asked Nov 18, 2011 at 22:20

28 votes

4 answers

36k views

My housecarls won't stay dressed!

So, I was interested in seeing if I could get Iona to wear some more common clothes around the house. I pretty much just leave her there most of the time anyway, so there's no point in her being ...

Iszi

16.9k

asked Jan 15, 2012 at 3:49

26 votes

16 answers

81k views

How to kill a dragon in Skyrim?

Anyone got any tips on how to beat down a Dragon solo? I've managed to get it down to 3/4 health, but keep running out of potions and getting owned. I tend to whittle it down with bow from cover, ...

Neon1024

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asked Nov 14, 2011 at 10:18

26 votes

7 answers

121k views

What are Dragons most vulnerable to?

In Skyrim, What type of magic are Dragons most vulnerable. I know it's not fire. Is it more effective to use frost, spark, or a power other than destruction when battling Dragons?

m.n.wiser

2,820

asked Nov 12, 2011 at 22:32

24 votes

5 answers

399k views

How often can I change my mind about vampirism or lycanthropy?

I'm not sure whether I want to become a vampire or a werewolf, or just remain a normal human being. I'd like a chance to explore all my options. I know there are ways to cure vampirism and ...

Iszi

16.9k

asked Feb 1, 2013 at 6:25

21 votes

1 answer

87k views

What is the most efficient way to reach the Armor Rating cap?

What is both the most efficient way to reach the cap of 85% physical damage reduction (567 Armor)? Can it be reached without smithing/enchanting perks? Is it more efficient to not get some smithing ...

Goblinlord

1,379

asked Nov 21, 2011 at 23:19

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