What happens if Aela the Huntress died?

If Aela the Huntress dies, she will respawn inside Jorrvaskr within about 1 in-game month, but if you have completed the Companions storyline, she becomes unmarked as “essential” when she is able to become a follower, allowing her to die permanently. However, players can use console commands on PC to revive her, or use a reanimation spell or ritual stone, which would make her a zombie, but this method has its limitations and drawbacks.

Understanding Aela’s Character and Role

Aela is a unique and powerful follower in the game, with the ability to transform into a werewolf, making her a valuable ally in combat. Her archery skills are also noteworthy, and marrying her grants players free Archery training.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What are the perks of marrying Aela the Huntress?: Marrying Aela grants players free Archery training, and she is one of the strongest followers in the game, with expertise in both human and beast form.
2. Why won’t it let me marry Aela?: To marry Aela, players need to join The Companions guild and become a werewolf themselves by completing the Blood’s Honor quest.
3. Can you revive Aela the Huntress?: Yes, console commands can be used on PC to revive her, or a reanimation spell or ritual stone can be used, but with limitations.

Aela’s Characteristics and Abilities

4. Is Aela a good wife?: Aela is a good wife as she can cook, give free archery training, run a store, carry your stuff, and follow you, making her a valuable companion.
5. Can Aela die permanently?: Yes, Aela can die permanently if players aren’t careful enough, as she is not essential after completing the Companions storyline.
6. Is Aela always essential?: No, Aela is only marked as an essential follower prior to finishing the Companions quest line.

Interactions and Relationships

7. Is Aela in love with Skjor?: Although it’s a rumor among the Companions, Aela denies having any romantic feelings towards Skjor, but they do go on hunts together in beast form.
8. Can you turn Aela into a vampire?: No, Aela cannot be turned into a vampire as she is already a werewolf and has immunity to vampirism.
9. Can Aela cure vampirism?: Yes, Aela can cure vampirism by making the player a werewolf again, which cancels out vampirism.

Gameplay and Mechanics

10. How many wives can you have in Skyrim?: Only one spouse is allowed in the game.
11. Will Aela transform as a follower?: Normally, Aela will not transform into a werewolf as a follower, but a mod can be used to enable this feature.
12. What is Aela’s preferred armor type?: Aela’s Light Armor skill is better than her Heavy Armor skill, making Light Armor a better choice for her.

Miscellaneous

13. Is Aela a Stormcloak?: Yes, Aela joined the Stormcloaks during the Skyrim Civil War and took part in the Siege of Solitude.
14. Where is Aela after I marry her?: Aela can usually be found at Jorrvaskr with the rest of the Companions, or at one of the player’s purchased houses.
15. Why does Aela not like Lakeview Manor?: Aela complains about the kids being in danger of bears and other hazards at Lakeview Manor, despite being a hunter and a werewolf herself.