Can you become a Vampire Lord after killing Harkon?

Yes, you can become a Vampire Lord after killing Harkon, as the transformation into a Vampire Lord is facilitated by Serana, and killing Harkon does not preclude this possibility. To become a Vampire Lord, you will need to have Serana turn you into a vampire, which can be done regardless of whether you have killed Harkon or not, making it a permanent and irreversible transformation that offers unique abilities and powers.

Understanding the Vampire Lord Transformation

To delve deeper into the process of becoming a Vampire Lord and its implications, let’s address some frequently asked questions that can provide valuable insights and clarity on the subject.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can you become a Vampire Lord after refusing Harkon’s offer? Yes, Serana will offer to turn you into a vampire numerous times throughout the DLC, allowing you to become a Vampire Lord even if you refused Harkon’s initial offer.

2. Can you become a Vampire Lord after siding with the Dawnguard? Even if you side with the Dawnguard, you can still become a Vampire Lord later with Serana’s help before she is cured, giving you flexibility in your choices.

3. Can you become a Vampire Lord again after curing Serana? You can become a Vampire Lord again if you ask Serana to turn you, emphasizing the reversible nature of the transformation under specific conditions.

4. Can you undo being a Vampire Lord? You can undo being a Vampire Lord the same way you can for being a vampire, by going to an Inn and asking the Innkeeper about rumors, which will lead you to Falion and the quest to revert to human.

5. What are the disadvantages of being a vampire in Skyrim? The primary disadvantages include weakness to sunlight, which prevents health, stamina, and magicka regeneration, and hostility from NPCs, especially in the fourth stage of vampirism.

6. How many times can Serana turn you into a vampire? Serana will transform you into a vampire as many times as you want if you have Dawnguard installed, offering unlimited transformations.

7. Can you marry Serana after she cures herself? While it is possible to turn your spouse into a vampire, you cannot marry someone who is already a vampire, like Serana, without the use of mods.

8. Is Serana still essential after being cured? Regardless of the Dawnguard questline’s completion, Serana will always be an essential character and cannot be killed.

9. What to do after killing Harkon? After Harkon is dead, you will be approached by either Isran or Garan Merethi, with Isran offering you to join the Dawnguard if you are not a vampire, and Garan Merethi speaking to you if you are, with Castle Volkihar becoming your home.

10. Is it better to join the Dawnguard or the vampires? The choice between the Dawnguard and the vampires depends on your preferences, with the vampires offering access to Castle Volkihar and the Dawnguard providing better weapons and a more trustworthy faction.

11. Should I join the Dawnguard or Harkon? Harkon’s side is geared towards Vampire Lords, with benefits being nonexistent if you are not a vampire, making Dawnguard a better choice if you do not wish to be a vampire.

12. Is Vampire Lord or werewolf better? Vampire Lords are much stronger than werewolves, especially at late game, if set up correctly, making them a more powerful choice for combat.

13. What happens if you go to Castle Volkihar before Dawnguard? You cannot enter Castle Volkihar without doing the Dawnguard story, and there is a bug that can break the entire questline if you discover the castle prematurely.

14. Why won’t Serana talk to the Watchmen? This is a common bug that occurs when you approach the gate quickly, and Serana does not stop you before you are too close, requiring a return to a previous save or a clever workaround.

15. Will Serana follow you forever? If you complete the Dawnguard questline, Serana becomes a permanent follower, providing companionship and assistance throughout your journey, highlighting her loyalty and dedication.