What happens if you refuse to become a vampire in Dawnguard?
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If you refuse to become a vampire in Dawnguard, you will remain with the Dawnguard side, and this decision won’t affect the end game, as both sides ultimately end up at the same goal. By choosing not to become a vampire, you will be banished from Castle Volkihar and won’t be able to enter back inside, forcing you to return to Isran and finish the quest.
Understanding the Consequences of Refusal
When you refuse to become a vampire, you are essentially choosing to side with the Dawnguard, a group of vampire hunters dedicated to eradicating the vampire threat in Skyrim. This decision has several consequences, including the loss of potential vampire lord abilities and the inability to fully explore the vampire storyline.
FAQs
1. Can I do Dawnguard without becoming a vampire?
No, you cannot do Dawnguard without becoming a vampire if you choose to side with the vampires, as the decision point involves becoming a vampire. However, if you refuse to become a vampire, you can still complete the Dawnguard questline.
2. Can you still become a vampire if you refuse Harkon?
Yes, Serana will offer to turn you into a vampire numerous times throughout the DLC, allowing you to become a Vampire Lord even if you initially refuse Harkon’s offer.
3. Is it better to side with Dawnguard or vampires?
Unless you plan on using the Vampire Lord form extensively, it’s generally better to side with the Dawnguard, as most of the exclusive benefits the vampires get are only active in Vampire Lord form.
4. What if I don’t want to be a vampire in Skyrim?
If you don’t want to be a vampire, you can choose to become a werewolf instead, which will immediately cure your vampirism, but being a werewolf has its own drawbacks.
5. Is it better to be a vampire or not in Skyrim?
Being a vampire gives the player strong abilities and active effects, including Nightstalker’s Footsteps, which makes the Dragonborn 25% harder to detect when sneaking.
6. Can you change back to being a vampire in Skyrim?
You can undo being a Vampire Lord by going to an Inn and asking the Innkeeper about rumors, which will eventually lead you to Falion, who can cure your vampirism with a filled Black Soul Gem.
7. Can you marry Serana if you join the Dawnguard?
No, you cannot marry Serana without mods, even if you finish the Dawnguard DLC and side with the Dawnguard.
8. Can Serana still be a follower if you choose Dawnguard?
Yes, Serana will still be a follower either way, and if you side with the Dawnguard, she will come to Fort Dawnguard while you’re away and tell you about the prophecy.
9. Can you turn your spouse into a vampire if you side with Dawnguard?
No, if you side with the Dawnguard, you won’t be able to turn your spouse into a vampire, as this option is only available if you side with the vampire clan Volkihar.
10. Should I accept or refuse Harkon’s offer?
If you accept Harkon’s offer, you’ll become a vampire, while refusing will result in your banishment from Castle Volkihar and the inability to enter back inside.
11. Is it better to side with Harkon or Dawnguard?
The decision to side with Harkon or the Dawnguard depends on your playstyle and preferences, as Harkon’s side is geared towards Vampire Lords, while the Dawnguard offers a more traditional vampire-hunting experience.
12. Should I let Serana soul trap me?
It’s recommended to become partially soul trapped, as it makes little difference, and you can always re-enter the Soul Cairn and regain your soul from a chest.
13. How do you treat Serana?
You can cure Serana of her vampirism after finishing the Dawnguard DLC by bringing her to Falion, who can perform a ritual to cure her vampirism.
14. What happens if I let Serana turn me into a vampire?
If you become a vampire, you’ll need to be cured to continue working with the Dawnguard, and you’ll get a quest to get cured from Dawnguard members.
15. Can I join the Dawnguard after killing Harkon?
Yes, after Harkon is dead, you’ll be approached by Isran or Garan Merethi, and Isran will offer for you to become a member of the Dawnguard if you’re not a vampire.