Claiming Your Place: A Comprehensive Guide to Obtaining Severin Manor in Skyrim’s Dragonborn DLC

Securing a home in the harsh but beautiful lands of Solstheim, the setting of the Dragonborn DLC, is a rewarding achievement. The prize? Severin Manor, a spacious and strategically located residence in Raven Rock. Obtaining this house requires completing two specific side quests: “March of the Dead” and “Served Cold.” Successfully finishing these quests not only grants you ownership of Severin Manor but also deepens your connection to the community of Raven Rock.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Severin Manor

Here’s a breakdown of the process, ensuring you don’t miss any crucial steps:

1. Begin the Dragonborn DLC: Travel to Windhelm and speak to Gjalund Salt-Sage at the docks. He’ll offer passage to Solstheim for a small fee. Remember, it’s generally recommended to be at least level 15-20 before venturing into the Dragonborn DLC due to the challenging enemies.

2. Arrive in Raven Rock and Start “March of the Dead”: Upon arrival, you’ll likely witness an attack on Raven Rock by Ash Spawn. Assist the Redoran Guards in repelling the attack. This event triggers the beginning of “March of the Dead.”

3. Investigate the Ash Spawn Attacks: Speak with Captain Veleth of the Redoran Guard. He’ll task you with investigating the source of the Ash Spawn attacks. This leads you to Fort Frostmoth.

4. Clear Fort Frostmoth: Inside Fort Frostmoth, you’ll encounter more Ash Spawn and their leader, General Falx Carius. Defeat Carius and retrieve the East Empire Company Signet Ring from his corpse.

5. Complete “March of the Dead”: Return to Captain Veleth in Raven Rock and present him with the Signet Ring. This completes the “March of the Dead” quest.

6. Trigger “Served Cold”: After a few days (usually 2-3 in-game days), Captain Veleth will approach you again, seeking your assistance with another matter. This conversation initiates the “Served Cold” quest.

7. “Served Cold” Unfolds: Veleth suspects a conspiracy involving several prominent citizens of Raven Rock. He tasks you with gathering evidence of their involvement. You’ll need to follow a series of clues, eavesdrop on conversations, and potentially engage in some light thievery to uncover the truth.

8. Confront the Conspiracy: Once you’ve gathered sufficient evidence, confront the individuals involved in the conspiracy. This will likely lead to a confrontation, requiring you to eliminate the conspirators.

9. Report Back to Captain Veleth: After dealing with the conspirators, return to Captain Veleth with your findings.

10. Claim Your Reward: Severin Manor! As a reward for your service in uncovering and resolving the conspiracy, Captain Veleth, with the approval of the council, will grant you ownership of Severin Manor. Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a house in Raven Rock!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Dragonborn House

Securing and Utilizing Your Solstheim Home

1. What level should I be before attempting to get Severin Manor? While you can theoretically travel to Solstheim at a low level, it’s highly recommended to be at least level 15, preferably level 20, before tackling the “March of the Dead” and “Served Cold” quests. The enemies, especially General Falx Carius, can be quite challenging for lower-level characters.

2. Can I miss the opportunity to get Severin Manor? It’s highly unlikely. The “March of the Dead” and “Served Cold” quests are integral to the Dragonborn DLC’s storyline in Raven Rock. As long as you progress through the main questline of the Dragonborn DLC and assist Captain Veleth, you should eventually be offered the house.

3. Does Severin Manor come furnished? Yes, Severin Manor is already furnished when you receive it. It’s a well-equipped house with multiple rooms, storage containers, and even a few crafting stations.

4. Can I customize Severin Manor? Unfortunately, no. Unlike the houses you can build with the Hearthfire DLC, Severin Manor’s layout and furnishings are fixed. You cannot add extensions, redecorate, or move furniture.

5. Can I move my spouse and children to Severin Manor? Yes! Severin Manor is a fully functional house, and you can move your spouse and adopted children there if you wish. They will adapt to the environment of Raven Rock.

6. Is Severin Manor a safe place to store my items? Absolutely. All containers within Severin Manor are safe for long-term storage. Items stored there will not disappear.

7. What are the benefits of owning Severin Manor besides storage? Severin Manor provides a safe haven in Raven Rock, allowing you to rest, craft, and organize your inventory. It also serves as a convenient base of operations for exploring Solstheim.

8. How does Severin Manor compare to other houses in Skyrim? Severin Manor is a mid-sized house, larger than Breezehome in Whiterun but smaller than Proudspire Manor in Solitude. It is a good-sized home, and it is free to obtain, which puts it among the best.

9. I’m having trouble finding Captain Veleth to start “Served Cold”. What should I do? If you’ve completed “March of the Dead” and Captain Veleth hasn’t approached you after a few in-game days, try the following:

   • Wait for 24-48 hours (in-game time) inside Raven Rock.
   • Leave Raven Rock and return after a few days.
   • Check the Redoran Guard headquarters or the Retching Netch cornerclub; Veleth often frequents these locations.
   • Make sure you have no other active quests that might be interfering.

10. I accidentally killed Captain Veleth. Can I still get Severin Manor? Sadly, if Captain Veleth dies, you will be unable to start “Served Cold” and thus cannot obtain Severin Manor. You may be able to resurrect him using console commands on PC.

11. Is there a faster way to complete “Served Cold”? There is no way to bypass this lengthy questline. You must complete each task outlined to obtain the house.

12. Does owning Severin Manor make me a Thane of Raven Rock? No. Owning Severin Manor does not automatically grant you the title of Thane. There is no Thane title to obtain on Solstheim.

13. Are there any unique items or features inside Severin Manor? Besides its spaciousness and strategic location, Severin Manor doesn’t contain any particularly unique items.

14. If I have the Hearthfire DLC, can I move the crafting stations from Severin Manor to one of my buildable homes? No, you cannot move the crafting stations that are inside Severin Manor. These items remain static.

15. What is the appeal of playing a game such as this and trying to get the Dragonborn House? Games such as Skyrim can create compelling experiences for its users. More academic information on these experiences can be found at the GamesLearningSociety.org website. Games offer a unique environment for games-based learning and can be highly motivational for people of all ages.

Conclusion

Obtaining Severin Manor in the Dragonborn DLC is a rewarding endeavor that grants you a valuable asset in Solstheim. By following the steps outlined in this guide and understanding the answers to these frequently asked questions, you’ll be well-equipped to claim your place in Raven Rock and make Severin Manor your own. Embrace the challenges, explore the island, and enjoy your new home!