Is there a way to destroy the Dark Brotherhood?
Yes, there is a way to destroy the Dark Brotherhood by killing Astrid and then completing the subsequent quest to eliminate all members of the organization. This approach allows players to take a moral stance against the Dark Brotherhood’s nefarious activities, but it also means missing out on certain rewards and unique items that can be obtained by joining the Dark Brotherhood.
Understanding the Dark Brotherhood
The Dark Brotherhood is a secret society of assassins in the world of Skyrim, known for their ruthlessness and stealth. To destroy the Dark Brotherhood, players must first encounter Astrid, the leader of the organization, and decide whether to join or kill her.
FAQs
1. What happens if I kill Astrid when I meet her?
Killing Astrid when you meet her will initiate a new quest line to destroy the Dark Brotherhood, allowing you to retrieve her unique equipment, but you will be unable to further continue the quest line for joining them.
2. Can I destroy the Dark Brotherhood without joining?
Yes, you can destroy the Dark Brotherhood without joining by killing Astrid and then completing the subsequent quest to eliminate all members of the organization.
3. Is it worth destroying the Dark Brotherhood?
Whether or not it is worth destroying the Dark Brotherhood depends on your playstyle and goals; if you’re playing to be moral, destroying them might be the best choice, but if you’re looking to collect all unique items and achievements, joining might be more beneficial.
4. Who is the right one to kill in the Dark Brotherhood?
The right person to kill in the Dark Brotherhood depends on your objectives; killing Astrid initiates the quest to destroy the Dark Brotherhood, while killing other members can be part of the contract quests.
5. Can the Dark Brotherhood be saved?
Technically, you can save the Dark Brotherhood itself by not continuing the questline, but the members will still be at risk, and if you continue with the questline, many members will die as part of the story.
6. Does the Night Mother ever stop giving quests?
No, the Night Mother continues to give quests indefinitely, as her quests are part of the infinite contract system, where she always has a new target for you to eliminate.
7. Can I return the Dark Brotherhood to its former glory?
Completing the Dark Brotherhood main questline restores it to its former glory, but this comes with the cost of many lives and moral implications.
8. How many missions does the Dark Brotherhood have?
The primary Dark Brotherhood questline consists of fourteen quests, with three achievements unlocked by completing these quests.
9. Is it possible to be evil in Skyrim?
Yes, it is possible to play an evil character in Skyrim, committing various acts such as theft, murder, and betrayal, which can significantly impact the game’s story and your character’s reputation.
10. What is the golden rule in Skyrim?
The Golden Rule refers to a system where if anyone commits a sin in a protected city, all citizens would be equally punished and turned into gold, emphasizing the importance of moral behavior.
11. What is the hardest enemy in Skyrim?
Among the hardest enemies in Skyrim are Skuldafn, Karstaag, and Voslaarum, which pose significant challenges to even high-level characters due to their high health, damage, and special abilities.
12. Can I do the Dark Brotherhood quest if I kill Astrid?
Killing Astrid will fail the initial Dark Brotherhood quest, but it will trigger a new quest to destroy the Dark Brotherhood, allowing you to still engage with the storyline from a different perspective.
13. Why does Astrid betray you?
Astrid betrays you because she knows you will become the Listener and potentially replace her as the leader of the Dark Brotherhood, so she attempts to eliminate you and maintain her position.
14. Can you marry Astrid in Skyrim?
No, you cannot marry Astrid in Skyrim because she is already married, and her husband is essential to the storyline until he dies, making it impossible to keep him alive without Astrid dying.
15. What happens if a Dark Brotherhood initiate dies?
Dark Brotherhood Initiates are marked as essential and level with your character, making them invaluable followers, especially for stealth characters, as they cannot die and provide significant support in combat and exploration.