Giving the Sword of Jyggalag to Staada in Skyrim: A Comprehensive Guide
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If you choose to give Staada the Sword of Jyggalag during the Saints & Seducers questline in Skyrim: Anniversary Edition, she will give you Staada’s Helmet as a reward and then disappear. This concludes her role in the questline and allows you to proceed without further conflict with her – unless, of course, you decide to double-cross her later! Let’s delve deeper into the implications of this decision and explore all related aspects.
Understanding the Staada Questline
The Saints & Seducers Creation adds a significant amount of content to Skyrim, including new quests, items, and characters. Staada is a key figure in this questline, seeking either the Sword of Jyggalag or the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber. Your choice on which item to give her, or whether to give her anything at all, significantly impacts your gameplay experience.
The Trade: Sword for Helmet
When you hand over the Sword of Jyggalag to Staada, she upholds her end of the bargain by presenting you with Staada’s Helmet. The helmet is a unique piece of armor with its own aesthetic appeal, although its defensive stats may not be the best compared to high-tier crafted armor. However, many players value it for its unique appearance and collectibility. Once the exchange is complete, Staada vanishes, removing her from the immediate storyline.
Consequences and Alternatives
Choosing to give Staada the sword is a straightforward way to conclude her part of the quest. However, it’s worth considering the alternative – keeping the sword. If you try to keep both the sword and the amber, Staada will turn hostile and attack you. While this allows you to loot her helmet, it prevents you from obtaining it through the peaceful exchange. Furthermore, choosing not to give Staada either item also makes her hostile, and you still forfeit her helmet in the ensuing fight.
The Value of the Sword and the Amber
Ultimately, the decision of whether to give Staada the Sword of Jyggalag hinges on your preferences and play style. The sword itself, while visually impressive, doesn’t have any inherent enchantments. This can be seen as a drawback, but it also allows you to customize it to your liking at an arcane enchanter. The Sheogorath-Shaped Amber offers a different path. While giving it to Staada also gets you the helmet, keeping the amber unlocks a unique possibility: the Spell Tome: Conjure Staada. This allows you to summon Staada as a powerful ally in combat, making it a potentially more valuable option for mage characters. It’s important to note that you can get replica recipes for all four items no matter what choice you make.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions related to giving the Sword of Jyggalag to Staada, designed to help you make an informed decision:
1. What exactly is the Sword of Jyggalag?
The Sword of Jyggalag is an artifact associated with Jyggalag, the Daedric Prince of Order. You can find it in the Solitude Sewers at the end of the quest related to the Saints & Seducers creation. It can be given to Staada as part of her quest. It does not come with a unique enchantment.
2. What is the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber used for?
If kept, the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber can be used as an ingredient at the Atronach Forge, located in The Midden at the College of Winterhold. It can also be given to Staada in exchange for the helmet. Moreover, keeping the amber allows you to learn the Conjure Staada spell.
3. Is the Sword of Jyggalag a good weapon?
While the Sword of Jyggalag has a cool appearance, its base damage isn’t particularly high compared to other high-end weapons. However, it can be enchanted to improve its combat effectiveness and can be sold for a significant amount of gold (3,200 Gold).
4. Can I enchant the Sword of Jyggalag?
Yes, the Sword of Jyggalag can be enchanted at an Arcane Enchanter. This allows you to add custom enchantments to tailor it to your playstyle. Tempering the Sword of Jyggalag requires one ebony ingot, and the Daedric Smithing perk makes tempering twice as effective.
5. What if I don’t give Staada anything?
If you refuse to give Staada either the Sword of Jyggalag or the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber, she will turn hostile and attack you. In this scenario, you’ll have to defeat her in combat to proceed, and you will forfeit the opportunity to receive Staada’s Helmet peacefully.
6. Is it better to give Staada the sword or the amber?
That depends on your playstyle. If you value unique items and are not particularly interested in summoning spells, giving her the sword is a viable option for the helmet. However, if you prefer magic-based gameplay and want a powerful ally, keeping the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber to learn the Conjure Staada spell is the better choice.
7. How do I learn the Conjure Staada spell?
To learn the Conjure Staada spell, you must keep the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber. The recipe will unlock after completing the quest.
8. Where can I find Amber and Madness Ore?
Amber spawns in the main dungeon associated with the quest and is later added to Khajiit Caravan inventories. Madness Ore can be found in boss chests and also appears in Khajiit Caravans after completing the quest. The area near the smith associated with the quest can respawn materials as well.
9. Can I go to the Shivering Isles in Skyrim?
No, you cannot directly visit the Shivering Isles in the Skyrim base game or most expansions. While the Saints & Seducers questline draws heavily from the Shivering Isles lore, it does not feature a playable Shivering Isles area.
10. Who is Jyggalag?
Jyggalag is the Daedric Prince of Order. He was once the most powerful Daedric Prince, but the other princes feared his power and cursed him to become Sheogorath, the Daedric Prince of Madness.
11. Can I improve the Sword of Jyggalag?
Yes, you can improve the Sword of Jyggalag at a grindstone using ebony ingots. The Daedric Smithing perk will double the effectiveness of the improvement.
12. What is Staada’s Helmet?
Staada’s Helmet is a unique helmet that Staada gives you in exchange for either the Sword of Jyggalag or the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber. It’s valued more for its unique appearance than its stats.
13. Are there any other uses for Madness Ore?
Yes, Madness Ore can be smelted into Madness Ingots and used to craft unique Madness armor and weapons, provided you have the Saints & Seducers creation installed.
14. Who is the most benevolent Daedric Prince?
Many consider Meridia to be one of the more benevolent Daedric Princes. She is known for her hatred of the undead and her efforts to protect mortals from them.
15. What are the ethical implications of giving Staada the sword?
From a moral perspective, there is no right or wrong answer. Both the sword and the amber are artifacts with their own uses and significance. The choice depends entirely on your personal preferences, playstyle, and how you want to shape your character’s journey through Skyrim. Your decision can be as simple as getting the helmet for your collection, or more complicated as planning ahead to get Staada as a summon.
Conclusion: Weighing Your Options
In conclusion, deciding whether to give Staada the Sword of Jyggalag involves weighing the immediate reward of Staada’s Helmet against the potential benefits of keeping the Sheogorath-Shaped Amber for the Conjure Staada spell. The Sword of Jyggalag itself, while visually impressive and enchantable, is not inherently powerful. Ultimately, your choice will depend on your character build, gameplay preferences, and your desire for unique items versus powerful spells. By understanding the implications of each decision, you can make the best choice for your adventure in Skyrim.
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