Can Lydia be a Steward?

Lydia can indeed be a steward in Skyrim, and players can make her their steward by bringing her to their Homestead and speaking with her while on the property, provided the option to ask her to become a steward is available. To make Lydia a steward, players should first ensure she is following them, then bring her to their Homestead, and finally, select the option to ask her to become a steward, which may prompt her to say something like “This is a fine home, I’d be honoured to act as your steward“.

General Information about Stewards and Housecarls

To understand the role of Lydia as a steward, it’s essential to know the basics about stewards and housecarls in Skyrim. A steward is an NPC who manages the player’s Homestead, handling tasks such as furnishing and decorating the home, as well as providing certain services like storing and retrieving items. On the other hand, a housecarl is a personal bodyguard appointed to the player when they become the Thane of a hold. Lydia, being the housecarl of Whiterun, can fulfill both roles under certain conditions.

FAQs about Lydia and Stewards in Skyrim

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I have a steward and a follower in Skyrim? Yes, players can have both a steward and a follower in Skyrim, as these roles are not mutually exclusive. The player can choose any NPC to be their follower, regardless of who they have married or employed as their steward.
2. Can I have a housecarl and a steward? Yes, it is possible to have both a housecarl and a steward. In fact, when a player becomes the Thane of a hold, they are assigned a housecarl, and they can also appoint a steward to manage their Homestead.
3. Who is the strongest housecarl in Skyrim? Valdimar, found in Morthal, is considered the strongest housecarl in Skyrim.
4. How do I turn my follower into a steward? To make a follower a steward, the player must bring the follower to their Homestead and speak with them while on the property. If the option to ask them to become a steward is available, the player can select it to assign the role.
5. What happens if I make my follower a steward? When a follower becomes a steward, the only change is where they spend their time when not following the player. Instead of waiting elsewhere, they will now wander around the player’s Homestead.
6. Can you have 3 stewards in Skyrim? Yes, it is possible to have multiple stewards, one for each Homestead the player owns. However, a single NPC cannot serve as a steward for more than one Homestead.
7. Why won’t my follower become a steward? A follower may not become a steward if they are not currently following the player or if they are not suitable for the role. Some NPCs, like mercenary followers, may also have issues with becoming stewards.
8. Who makes the best wife in Skyrim? While opinions may vary, Lydia is often considered among the best wives in Skyrim due to her loyalty and combat prowess.
9. Can I get a new steward if one dies in Skyrim? Yes, if a steward dies, the player can hire a new one. In fact, almost any follower can become a new steward, except those who are unsuitable for the role.
10. How to turn Lydia into a vampire? To turn Lydia into a vampire, the player must side with Serana and Harkon in the Dawnguard DLC‘s main quest and become a Volkihar vampire.
11. Can Lydia stay at LakeView Manor? Lydia can stay at LakeView Manor if the player assigns her as the steward of that Homestead. However, she will not replace Rayya, who becomes the housecarl of LakeView Manor by default.
12. How do you make Lydia immortal? To make Lydia immortal, the player can use the console command “setessential 1″, replacing “” with Lydia’s base ID.
13. What should a steward not do? A steward should not ignore their duties, fail to manage the Homestead properly, or engage in behavior that could compromise their role, such as betraying the player’s trust.
14. How many housecarls can follow you in Skyrim? There are five housecarls that can join the player: Lydia of Whiterun, Jordis the Sword-Maiden of Solitude, Calder of Windhelm, Valdimar of Morthal, and Rayya of Falkreath.
15. Can my wife be my steward Skyrim? Yes, the player’s wife can also be their steward. In this case, she will have all the dialogue for both roles and will manage the Homestead while also being the player’s spouse.