Becoming Undaunted: A Comprehensive Guide to ESO’s Fearless Guild

So, you want to become Undaunted in The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO)? Excellent choice! This esteemed guild is known for its bravery, dungeon delving, and the acquisition of some seriously powerful gear. Joining the Undaunted not only grants access to unique skill lines and quests but also unlocks a rewarding gameplay loop centered around challenging dungeons.

The path to becoming Undaunted is twofold. First, you can join the Undaunted at any time by finding an Undaunted recruiter located in the taverns of your alliance’s starting city: Davon’s Watch (Ebonheart Pact), Daggerfall (Daggerfall Covenant), or Vulkhel Guard (Aldmeri Dominion). Alternatively, and perhaps more conveniently, you’ll receive an “Undaunted Enclave Invitation” via in-game mail upon reaching level 45. This invitation kicks off the questline leading to full Undaunted membership.

The Undaunted Journey: From Pledge to Paragon

Joining the Undaunted isn’t just about signing up; it’s about proving your worth. Here’s a breakdown of the steps:

1. Reaching Level 45 (or Finding a Recruiter): As mentioned, reaching level 45 triggers the “Undaunted Enclave Invitation.” However, you can bypass this level requirement by simply seeking out an Undaunted recruiter in your alliance’s starting city. The recruiters hang out in the local taverns. Look for NPCs with the Undaunted emblem next to their names.

2. The Undaunted Enclave Invitation and “Taking the Undaunted Pledge”: If you receive the invitation, open it! It will grant you the quest “Taking the Undaunted Pledge.” The quest marker will guide you to the Undaunted Enclave in your alliance’s capital city.

3. Completing the Initial Quests: The first quest you will receive is the “One of the Undaunted” quest followed by the “Taking the Undaunted Pledge” quest.

4. The Mighty Mordra Quest: This is actually the first Undaunted quest. You’ll need to find Mighty Mordra, who is located in two instanced locations: either at the Rosy Lion Inn in Daggerfall or just outside the entrance to Spindleclutch. Her quest simply requires you to enter Spindleclutch to get credit.

5. Undaunted Pledges Unlocked!: Once you complete the “Taking the Undaunted Pledge” quest, you’ll gain access to the daily Undaunted Pledges. These are repeatable dungeon quests offered by the Undaunted Pledge Masters in the Enclaves. They form the core of the Undaunted endgame.

Undaunted Pledges: Your Gateway to Power

Undaunted Pledges are where the real action begins. Each day, you can visit the Undaunted Enclave in your alliance’s capital and speak to one of three Pledge Masters: Maj al-Ragath, Glirion the Redbeard, or Urgalarg Chief-bane. Each Master offers a pledge, tasking you with clearing a specific group dungeon on either normal or veteran difficulty.

Completing Pledges rewards you with Undaunted Keys, which are used to open Undaunted Chests in the Enclave. These chests contain shoulder pieces for powerful Monster Sets, as well as other valuable loot. The head pieces of these sets drop from the final boss in the respective veteran dungeon.

Key Strategies for Undaunted Pledges

• Form a Group: While some very skilled players can solo normal pledges, Pledges are designed for groups of four. Use the Group Finder tool, or coordinate with guildmates.
• Communication is Key: Coordinate roles (tank, healer, DPS) and strategies with your group before entering the dungeon.
• Veteran Hard Mode: For the most dedicated, Veteran Hard Mode Pledges offer an extra Undaunted Key. However, these are significantly more challenging and require a well-coordinated group.
• Wait to Spend Keys: Ideally, wait to spend your Undaunted Keys until you reach level 160 (CP160), which is the gear cap. This ensures that the shoulder pieces you obtain are at the highest possible level.

The Undaunted Skill Line: Powering Your Character

Joining the Undaunted also grants access to the Undaunted Skill Line. This skill line contains powerful abilities that enhance your survivability, damage output, and group utility.

Here are a few notable skills from the Undaunted Skill Line:

• Blood Altar: A synergy ability that heals allies and restores stamina/magicka.
• Inner Fire/Inner Beast: A taunt that damages the target and applies a debuff.
• Undaunted Command: Increases your maximum health, stamina, and magicka for each type of armor equipped (light, medium, and heavy). This is a crucial passive for maximizing your character’s potential.

Leveling the Undaunted Skill Line is primarily done by completing Undaunted achievements, particularly those related to completing dungeons.

The Power of Undaunted Sets

The primary reason most players dedicate themselves to the Undaunted grind is for the Monster Sets that can be acquired through Pledges. These sets provide significant stat boosts and unique procs, making them essential for endgame builds.

Each dungeon has a specific Monster Set associated with it. By completing Pledges and opening Undaunted Chests, you can eventually acquire the desired shoulder piece to complete your set. This constant pursuit of improvement is a key element of the Undaunted gameplay loop.

Beyond the Basics: Becoming a True Undaunted Legend

Joining the Undaunted is just the first step. To truly master this aspect of ESO, consider the following:

• Learn Dungeon Mechanics: Understanding the mechanics of each dungeon is crucial for efficiently completing Pledges, especially on Veteran Hard Mode.
• Experiment with Builds: Optimize your character build to excel in dungeon content. Focus on damage, survivability, and group support.
• Join a Guild: Find a guild that regularly runs Undaunted Pledges. This will make it easier to find groups and learn from experienced players.
• Stay Informed: Keep up with the latest ESO updates and meta builds. The game is constantly evolving, and what works today might not work tomorrow.
• Contribute to the Community: Share your knowledge and experience with other players. The Undaunted community is a valuable resource for information and support.

The Undaunted offer a structured and rewarding path for players who enjoy challenging group content. By embracing the Undaunted lifestyle, you’ll not only improve your character but also forge lasting bonds with fellow adventurers. So, gather your courage, sharpen your blades, and prepare to delve into the darkest corners of Tamriel! The Undaunted await!

Undaunted: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why can’t I pick up Undaunted Pledges?

First, ensure you’ve completed the quests “One of the Undaunted” and “Taking the Undaunted Pledge.” Also, double-check that you don’t have any leftover Pledges from previous days in your quest log.

2. At what level can I do Undaunted Pledges?

Undaunted Pledges become available at level 45 after completing the Undaunted initiation questline.

3. Are Undaunted sets really worth it?

Yes! Undaunted Monster Sets are incredibly valuable in almost all grouped PvE content. The stats and procs they provide are often essential for optimizing your character’s performance.

4. Where do I get Undaunted Pledges?

Visit the Undaunted Enclaves located near the capital cities of each alliance to accept Pledges from the Pledge Masters: Maj al-Ragath, Glirion the Redbeard, and Urgalarg Chief-bane. You can only accept Pledges from the Enclave in your home alliance’s territory.

5. What is the Undaunted key for in ESO?

Use your Undaunted Keys to open Undaunted Chests at the Enclaves and obtain shoulder pieces for Monster Sets, along with other loot. It’s generally recommended to wait until you reach level 160 (CP160) before spending your keys to ensure you get the highest-level gear.

6. What is the Undaunted Guild?

The Undaunted is an NPC guild focused on dungeon delving and monster hunting in ESO. It offers a unique skill line, exclusive quests, and powerful gear rewards.

7. Can you solo Undaunted Pledges?

The daily Undaunted delve quests from Bolgrul are easily soloable. Daily dungeon pledges can be soloed on normal difficulty by players with competent builds. Veteran pledges are significantly more challenging and typically require a group.

8. How do I get an Undaunted Enclave invitation?

You should receive your “Undaunted Enclave Invitation” in your in-game mail at level 45. If you accidentally opened it on the wrong character, you can transfer it to another character through your bank.

9. Where do I start the Undaunted quest in ESO?

The first Undaunted quest involves talking to Mighty Mordra at either the Rosy Lion Inn in Daggerfall or just outside Spindleclutch. Her quest requires you to enter Spindleclutch.

10. How do I get tickets to Undaunted in ESO?

Event Tickets can be earned during specific Undaunted events by completing dungeons and defeating the final bosses. This allows you to buy special items from the event merchant. Completing a Dungeon every day of the event (by killing the final dungeon boss), you receive 2 Event Tickets and a Glorious Undaunted Reward Box which can contain things like gold, consumables, Style pages, Undaunted Keys, Opal Weapon style pages and so on.

11. How many Undaunted keys can you get per day?

You can earn up to six Undaunted Keys per day, by completing the daily Pledges. Completing a Pledge on normal or veteran difficulty rewards one key. Completing the Veteran Hard Mode challenge provides two keys.

12. What are the Undaunted pledge quests?

The Undaunted Pledges are repeatable quests available at level 45 from the Undaunted Enclaves. They task your group with clearing out a specified Group Dungeon on either normal or veteran difficulty.

13. What is the fastest way to get Undaunted Keys in ESO?

The fastest way is to complete the daily Group Dungeon Pledges and complete the Veteran Hard Mode challenge for each pledge master. Doing so provides two keys, essentially doubling the reward for the extra challenge.

14. What is the fastest way to join the Undaunted Guild?

Find an Undaunted recruiter in a tavern in your alliance’s starting city. This lets you join immediately, bypassing the level 45 requirement.

15. What level should I be to do pledges?

You can unlock the Undaunted Pledges when you reach level 45, and they can help you advance the Undaunted Skill line but also complete your Monster Sets.

Remember to always look for ways to improve your gameplay and learn from other players. Good luck on your Undaunted adventures! And for more information about gaming and learning, be sure to visit the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.