How do you keep Shadowmere in a stable?
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To keep Shadowmere in a stable, simply ride him to the area in front of the stable, dismount, and then walk away, and the hostler will come and take care of him, or if you’re at your Hearthfire homes, your steward will handle it. By following this process, you can ensure that Shadowmere remains in the stable and is well taken care of, allowing you to easily access him when you’re ready to ride again.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- Can I keep Shadowmere? Yes, after riding Shadowmere for the first time, you get to keep him for the rest of your playthrough, and he will be waiting directly outside the Dark Brotherhood Sanctuary.
- What happens to Shadowmere if I get another horse? If you choose to keep the new horse, it will replace Shadowmere, but you can always find Shadowmere at his original spawn location or by fast traveling somewhere.
- Will I lose Shadowmere if I summon Arvak? Yes, Arvak becomes your main horse when summoned and ridden, and Shadowmere will stop being your main horse.
Stabling and Horse Care
- Can I have a stable in Skyrim? Yes, the four main Holds in Skyrim have stables to keep horses in, and you can buy or steal a horse, or hire a Carriage to travel to other Holds.
- Can I armor Shadowmere? While you can put armor on Shadowmere, it’s not recommended, as it may cause issues with his script and lead to him vanishing from the game if he dies.
- Can a horse stay in a stable all day? Yes, but it’s not recommended, as it can lead to chronic stress and altered behaviors in horses, such as learned helplessness.
Horse Behavior and Management
- Why isn’t my horse at the stable in Skyrim? If your horse doesn’t appear at the stable after fast traveling, it may be because he has died, and you need to buy a new one or find Shadowmere at his original spawn location.
- What is the rarest horse in Skyrim? Arvak, the skeletal horse, is perhaps the rarest and most unique horse in the game, obtained by finding his skull in the Soul Cairn.
- What happens if Shadowmere dies? Shadowmere will respawn from the pond outside the Falkreath Dark Brotherhood Sanctuary if you’ve completed the Dark Brotherhood questline.
Comparison and Unique Features
- Is Shadowmere better than Arvak? Shadowmere is the most offensive and strongest horse and will respawn if he dies, while Arvak dies when his 60-second time limit is over.
- Can Shadowmere walk on water? Yes, with certain mods or spells, Shadowmere can be given the ability to water walk and even cast spells to fight enemies.
- Is Shadowmere the fastest horse? Yes, Shadowmere is the fastest horse in the game, with any other horse, including Frost, having the same speed.
Ownership and Management
- Can I have two horses in Skyrim? Yes, you can own two horses, but only one will travel with you at a time, and the other will remain where you left it.
- How do you get a purple horse in Skyrim? You can obtain Arvak, a purple skeletal horse, by completing the vampire quest and exploring the Soul Cairn in the Dawnguard DLC.
- How do you get the ghost horse in Skyrim? You can obtain Arvak by completing the vampire quest, exploring the Soul Cairn, and helping the ghost guy find his dead horse, Arvak, by locating his skull.