What happens with Serana if you join the vampires?

If you decide to join the vampires in the Dawnguard DLC of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Serana will remain a loyal follower and companion, offering her assistance and unique vampiric abilities throughout your journey. By siding with the vampires, you will gain access to Castle Volkihar, a vampire stronghold, and unlock various vampire-themed quests and storylines, with Serana playing a central role in these narratives.

Understanding Serana’s Role

Serana’s Loyalty and Abilities

As a vampire, Serana brings a set of unique abilities and powers to your Skyrim adventure, including vampiric spells and enhanced combat capabilities. Her vampiric powers, such as drain life and vampire seduction, make her a formidable ally in both combat and exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I still get Serana as a follower if I join the vampires? Yes, you can still have Serana as a follower regardless of whether you join the vampires or the Dawnguard. Her loyalty remains with the Dragonborn, making her a valuable companion throughout the DLC.

2. What happens if I become a vampire with Serana? Should you become a vampire, you will need to be cured to continue working with the Dawnguard, and you can obtain the cure quest from Dawnguard members. Interestingly, curing vampirism costs 1 full black soul gem, while getting your soul back nets you 1 black soul gem.

3. Can I cure Serana if I sided with the vampires? It is possible to cure Serana, but it requires a specific conversation path during the main quests. If done correctly, Serana can be cured of vampirism, although she retains some vampiric powers like drain spell and vampire seduction.

4. Should I let Serana make me a vampire? Becoming a vampire offers unique benefits, such as vampiric powers, but it also comes with drawbacks, like weakness to sunlight. If you choose to become a vampire, you can always regain your soul from a chest in the Soul Cairn.

5. Can I marry Serana if I join the Dawnguard? Unfortunately, marrying Serana is not possible without mods, even after completing the Dawnguard DLC. Serana does have dialogue about marriage, but it’s not an option in the base game.

6. What happens if I come to Serana as a vampire? If you approach Serana as a vampire, she will still interact with you, and you can recruit her as a follower. Her behavior and dialogue might change slightly due to your vampiric state.

7. What is the best spouse to turn into a vampire in Skyrim? Ysolda is often chosen as a spouse to be turned into a vampire due to her unique vampiric markings and ease of convincing her to marry. She can be found in Whiterun’s market.

8. Should I let Serana bite me? You can let Serana turn you into a vampire, and as long as it happens after being checked by Isran, you won’t need to get cured. This allows you to experience vampirism without the immediate need for a cure.

9. Is it better to join the Dawnguard or vampires? The choice between joining the Dawnguard or vampires depends on your playstyle and preferences. If you want access to Castle Volkihar and vampire-themed content, joining the vampires might be the better choice. For those seeking a more trustworthy faction and better weapons, the Dawnguard could be the way to go.

10. How many times can Serana turn you into a vampire? With the Dawnguard DLC installed, Serana can transform you into a vampire as many times as you want, and you can also contract the vampire disease and get cured as many times as desired.

11. Which side does Serana prefer? Serana does not side with the Dawnguard completely; instead, she sides with the Dragonborn, regardless of whether you join the vampires or the Dawnguard.

12. What to say to Serana to cure her? To cure Serana, you must choose the correct dialogue option, “Are you all right?” instead of asking about a cure directly. After this conversation, you can convince her to seek a cure at Fort Dawnguard.

13. Does Serana like the Dragonborn? Serana expresses gratitude for being freed from her father’s control and seems to enjoy spending time with the Dragonborn. Some of her dialogue options hint at a deeper connection between herself and the Dragonborn.

14. Can you marry Serana after killing Harkon? Unfortunately, marrying Serana is not possible in the base game, even after killing Harkon. The only way to marry Serana is by using mods.

15. Does Serana ever transform? Serana will transform into a Vampire Lord in combat and transform back to normal when combat ends. This transformation is a unique aspect of her vampiric abilities and combat style.