What happens when you join the blades?
When you join the Blades, you gain access to Cloud Ruler Temple, where you can utilize various amenities such as beds, a free horse, and free weapons in the Armory, as well as browse through books and other resources. By joining the Blades, you also receive an Akaviri Katana and can take advantage of the dragon killing bonus, access to companions, and a radiant dragon hunting quest.
Understanding the Blades
The Blades are a small group of dragon hunters, Talos worshippers, and sworn protectors of those with Dragon blood in Skyrim. They were once a powerful organization, serving as the secret eyes and ears of the Septim Emperors, but have since been hunted and decimated by the Thalmor, leaving them a shadow of their former glory.
Benefits and Rewards
Joining the Blades offers several benefits, including the ability to recruit companions and access to exclusive rewards, such as the Akaviri armor and weapons left around Sky Haven Temple. Additionally, members of the Blades can still serve as followers, allowing you to utilize their skills and abilities in your adventures.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the point of the blades in Skyrim?
The Blades are a small group of dragon hunters, Talos worshippers, and sworn protectors of those with Dragon blood in Skyrim, with the primary goal of exterminating dragons.
2. Is it worth it to join the blades?
Joining the Blades offers a dragon killing bonus, access to companions, and a radiant dragon hunting quest, making it a worthwhile decision for those seeking to enhance their dragon hunting abilities.
3. Do the blades serve the Dragonborn?
The Blades serve the Dragonborn, but their original purpose was to exterminate dragons, and they only began to serve Dragonborns because of their inborn gifts that made them skilled at the task.
4. Are the blades for the Imperials?
The Blades are an Imperial Intelligence agency sworn to serve, guide, advise, and protect the Dragonborn, with a history dating back to the Second Era.
5. Who all can join the blades in Skyrim?
All permanent followers are eligible to join the Blades, except Serana and those from the Dark Brotherhood, and can be recruited by bringing them to Delphine at Sky Haven Temple.
6. Is Blades before Skyrim?
The Elder Scrolls: Blades is a free-to-play action role-playing game developed by Bethesda Game Studios, set after The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and before The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
7. Are the blades Stormcloak or Imperial?
The Blades are also known as the Imperial Intelligence Service, indicating their affiliation with the Empire rather than the Stormcloaks.
8. Can you recruit more than 3 blades?
You can only recruit 3 Blades, and once a follower joins the Blades, they will permanently be relocated to Sky Haven Temple.
9. What happens if you side with the Imperials?
When you side with the Imperials, the culmination of the Civil War questline ends with the death of Ulfric, and Windhelm is in need of a new, more accepting Jarl.
10. What happens if Imperials win Skyrim?
If the Empire wins, the people of Skyrim will be part of a unified front against the Elven invaders, providing a stronger defense against the Thalmor.
11. Can blades still be followers?
Yes, Blades can still be followers, and you can still use them as you would any other follower after they have joined the Blades.
12. What happens when you bring a follower to Delphine?
When you bring a follower to Delphine, she will administer the oath and induct them into the Blades, allowing them to become a member of the organization.
13. Can you join the Blades without killing Paarthurnax?
If you refuse to kill Paarthurnax, the Blades will refuse to allow you to further their storyline, making it impossible to complete the Blades questline.
14. What happens if Lydia joins the Blades?
If Lydia joins the Blades, she will permanently be relocated to Sky Haven Temple, and you can still use her as a follower after she has joined the Blades.
15. Do Dragonborn ever get wings?
Some Dragonborn can have spectral wings for a short period of time each day, allowing them to experience the thrill of flight, although not all Dragonborn possess this ability.