What Perks Affect the Ebony Blade?
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The Ebony Blade is affected by Two-Handed and One-Handed perks, as well as One-Handed Enchantments, which can increase its base damage, making it a formidable weapon in the world of Skyrim. The Ebony Blade‘s unique effect is to increase the power of its Absorb Health enchantment based on the number of friendly NPCs that the player kills, making it a powerful and intimidating choice for players.
Perks and Enchantments
The Ebony Blade‘s damage can be increased with One-Handed perks, such as Bladesman and Critical Hits, which can significantly boost its damage output. Additionally, Two-Handed perks, like Barbarian and Limbsplitter, can also affect the Ebony Blade, despite it being a One-Handed sword.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum damage of the Ebony Blade?
The Ebony Blade‘s maximum damage is 30 points, achieved by killing 10 friendly NPCs with the blade.
How do I make my Ebony Blade more powerful?
The Ebony Blade can be made more powerful by killing friendly NPCs, which increases its Absorb Health enchantment.
Can the Ebony Blade be upgraded with smithing?
No, the Ebony Blade cannot be upgraded with Smithing, as it is a Daedric Artifact and its unique properties make it immune to smithing.
How many kills does it take to fully power the Ebony Blade?
It takes 10 kills to fully power the Ebony Blade, with 2 kills per upgrade.
What is the base damage of the Ebony Blade?
The base damage of the Ebony Blade is 13, making it a decent weapon for early-mid game.
Can the Ebony Blade cut through anything?
The Ebony Blade can cut through virtually anything, including Adamantium, making it a powerful and formidable weapon.
Is the Ebony Blade Excalibur?
No, the Ebony Blade is not Excalibur, but rather a dark counterpart to it, forged by Merlin as a worthy magical counterpart.
Who cursed the Ebony Blade?
The Ebony Blade was cursed by the blood it was used to spill by Sir Percy, and its curse feeds on and exacerbates the negative aspects of its handler.
What level should I start using the Ebony Blade?
Players should be at least level 20 before they can obtain the quest that leads to the Ebony Blade.
Can the Ebony Blade cut Mjolnir?
Yes, the Ebony Blade can cut through Mjolnir, as it is a magical sword made from a Starstone meteorite.
Is Blades armor better than Ebony?
The Blades armor is slightly better than Ebony, but the Ebony gauntlets, boots, helmet, and shield are better by a significant amount.
What is the rarest weapon in Skyrim?
The rarest weapon in Skyrim is the Crown of Barenziah, followed by other rare items like the Notched Pickaxe and Ysgramor’s Soup Spoon.
What is the deadliest weapon in Skyrim?
The deadliest weapon in Skyrim is Auriel’s Bow, followed by other powerful weapons like Nightingale Bow and Dwarven Black Bow of Fate.
What is the weakest weapon in Skyrim?
The weakest weapon in Skyrim is the Fork, with a base damage of 1, making it virtually useless in combat.
Does the Ebony Blade lose power?
No, the Ebony Blade does not lose power, as its special effect is an innate enchantment that does not use charges.
How do I tell if the Ebony Blade is fully charged?
The Ebony Blade is fully charged when its Absorb Health enchantment reaches 30 points, and Mephala will comment on its full power.