Can you adopt Aretino in Skyrim?
You can adopt Aventus Aretino in Skyrim by speaking to him in the Aretino Residence after completing the quest Innocence Lost, which is part of the Dark Brotherhood storyline. This option is available with the Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch (USSEP) or other mods that return Aventus to the orphanage after the quest, in which case you can speak with him inside Honorhall Orphanage instead.
Adopting Aventus Aretino and Related Info
To provide more insight into adopting Aventus Aretino and other related aspects of the game, we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions and their answers.
FAQs
1. Does Aventus Aretino go back to the orphanage?
Aventus Aretino does not go back to the orphanage on his own, but with certain mods, he can return, allowing you to adopt him from there.
2. What does Aventus Aretino give you?
Aventus Aretino gives you the quest Innocence Lost, which starts The Dark Brotherhood Quests and can be found at the Aretino Residence in Windhelm.
3. Who is the best child to adopt in Skyrim?
The best child to adopt is subjective, but Sofie and Lucia are popular choices due to their circumstances, or you might prefer the boy in Dawnstar for a male child.
4. How do I start Aventus Aretino’s quest?
To start Aventus Aretino’s quest, visit a tavern, talk to the owner, and they will mention a boy named Aventus Aretino in Windhelm who is looking to hire the Dark Brotherhood.
5. Can Aventus Aretino be adopted?
Yes, Aventus Aretino can be adopted after completing Innocence Lost and speaking to him in the Aretino Residence or, with certain mods, in Honorhall Orphanage.
6. Can you start the Dark Brotherhood without talking to Aventus?
You can begin the main Dark Brotherhood quest without talking to Aventus Aretino, as the miscellaneous objective to talk to him is just a rumor pointing towards a potential quest.
7. Who are the saddest orphans in Skyrim?
Sophie is often considered the saddest, followed by Lucia, as they have particularly difficult circumstances compared to the other orphans.
8. Can you adopt Aventus in Skyrim with mods?
With mods like the Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch (USSEP), you can adopt Aventus Aretino after he returns to the Honorhall Orphanage.
9. Can you adopt a Khajiit child in Skyrim?
Yes, with specific mods, you can adopt a Khajiit child named Ma’isha, who can be found in Crabber’s Shanty.
10. Do I need the Aretino family heirloom?
The Aretino family heirloom has no significant use other than decoration or selling it for a small profit.
11. How does one join the Dark Brotherhood?
To join the Dark Brotherhood, you first need to complete Innocence Lost for Aventus Aretino, which sets off the Dark Brotherhood questline.
12. Is Grelod the Kind evil?
Grelod the Kind is an evil character who runs Honorhall Orphanage and is known for mistreating the children, making her a target in the Dark Brotherhood questline.
13. Can the Dark Brotherhood be saved?
You can save the Dark Brotherhood itself by continuing with the questline, but not its initial members.
14. Does the Dark Brotherhood Forever quest ever end?
The Dark Brotherhood Forever quest is ongoing and never truly ends, as new contracts will continue to be available.
15. Can you have a biological child in Skyrim?
No, the Dragonborn cannot have biological children; any children will be adopted, with the game and some mods offering various adoptable children.