Do I have to do Boethiah’s calling stealthily?
No, you do not have to complete Boethiah’s Calling stealthily, as the game does not impose any penalties for using brute force instead of stealth. Despite Boethiah’s initial request to kill her champion and his bandits at Knifepoint Ridge stealthily, being detected will not result in quest failure or any other penalty.
Understanding Boethiah’s Calling
To delve deeper into the specifics of Boethiah’s Calling and address common queries, let’s explore the following FAQs:
FAQs
1. What happens if I fail Boethiah’s Calling?
You can fail Boethiah’s quest, and after that, you can recruit her ex-champion.
2. Who should I sacrifice in Boethiah’s Calling?
Ralis Sedarys is considered the most justifiable choice for sacrifice due to his morally questionable actions throughout the game.
3. How do I complete Boethiah’s Calling without sacrifice?
To complete the quest without sacrificing a follower, you can use a non-essential follower and have them attack the cultists, then finish off the follower and the remaining cultists.
4. Can I use Lydia for Boethiah’s Calling?
Yes, Lydia can be used for Boethiah’s Calling, as she is a non-essential follower who can be sacrificed.
5. What do I get for completing Boethiah’s Calling?
Upon completing the quest, Boethiah will reward you with the Ebony Mail.
6. How do I activate the Shrine of Boethiah?
To activate the shrine, read the book ‘Boethiah’s Calling’, which will lead you to her shrine, where you can start the quest by sacrificing a follower.
7. What level should I be to start Boethiah’s Calling?
You need to be at least level 30 to start Boethiah’s Calling, as the quest will not initiate until you reach this level.
8. Can I do Boethiah’s Calling before level 30?
No, you cannot start Boethiah’s Calling before reaching level 30, as this is a prerequisite for the quest.
9. Is Boethiah evil?
Boethiah is considered one of the most evil Daedric Princes, as she is the prince of conspiracy, deceit, sedition, and treachery.
10. Why can’t I use the pillar of sacrifice?
You can only use the pillar of sacrifice with a non-essential follower, as essential followers cannot be sacrificed.
11. Can I use a Dark Brotherhood initiate for Boethiah’s Calling?
No, Dark Brotherhood initiates cannot be used for Boethiah’s Calling, as they are essential followers.
12. How do I fix the Boethiah’s Calling glitch?
To fix the glitch, try loading a previous save or sleeping for 7-10 days to reset the game state.
13. What happens when you sacrifice someone to Boethiah?
After sacrificing a follower, Boethiah will use their body to communicate with you and the cultists, leading to a battle to the death among the cultists.
14. Who worships Boethiah?
The Dunmer people worship Boethiah, as her teachings had a significant impact on their philosophy and beliefs.
15. Is Molag Bal stronger than Boethiah?
In a physical contest, Molag Bal would likely have the upper hand due to his powers as the Daedric Prince of Domination, but Boethiah might have an advantage with sufficient preparation and strategy.