Unveiling the Secrets: Finding Your Vampire Girl in Skyrim
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Looking for a vampire companion in the vast world of Skyrim? The answer lies within the Dawnguard DLC. You can find Serana, a pure-blood vampire, inside a sarcophagus in Dimhollow Crypt. This location becomes accessible during the initial stages of the Dawnguard questline. She’s not just any vampire; she’s the daughter of the powerful Lord Harkon and Valerica, and she holds an Elder Scroll, making her a key figure in the battle against (or alongside) the vampire threat.
The Dawnguard DLC: Your Gateway to Serana
Initiating the Quest
The journey to find Serana begins with initiating the Dawnguard questline. This can be done by reaching level 10 and overhearing guards talking about the Dawnguard, or by directly heading to Fort Dawnguard, located in a canyon east of Riften. Once you start the questline, you’ll be directed to investigate Dimhollow Crypt.
Navigating Dimhollow Crypt
Dimhollow Crypt is a multi-layered dungeon filled with draugr and puzzles. Make your way through the crypt, solving the puzzles to advance deeper. Ultimately, you’ll arrive at a large chamber containing a unique sarcophagus. Interacting with this sarcophagus will awaken Serana, initiating a pivotal moment in the Dawnguard storyline.
Serana’s Role in the Main Quest
Regardless of whether you side with the Dawnguard or Lord Harkon’s vampires, Serana will remain a constant companion throughout the DLC’s main quest. She provides crucial insights and assistance, making her an invaluable ally, or a powerful vampire by your side.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Serana and Vampires in Skyrim
1. Can I Marry Serana?
Unfortunately, no, you cannot marry Serana in the base game of Skyrim. Due to her vampire status, she is not an eligible candidate for marriage. However, modders have created modifications that allow you to marry her if you play on PC.
2. Can Serana Be Cured of Her Vampirism?
Yes, Serana can be cured of her vampirism. After completing the Dawnguard questline, you can suggest that she seek a cure. She will eventually agree and seek out Falion in Morthal to undergo the curing ritual.
3. Does Curing Serana Affect Her Abilities?
Yes. If Serana chooses to become human, she will no longer be able to provide you with Bloodcursed Arrows or turn you into a vampire. Her combat style may also change slightly, as she will no longer have access to her vampire-specific powers.
4. What Happens if I Refuse to Become a Vampire Lord?
During the Dawnguard questline, Lord Harkon will offer to turn you into a Vampire Lord. If you refuse, you will be banished from Castle Volkihar and cannot return. However, you can still proceed with the Dawnguard questline by siding with them.
5. How Do I Recruit Serana as a Follower?
Serana automatically becomes a follower after you free her from Dimhollow Crypt. She will remain a follower for the duration of the Dawnguard questline. After completing the main quest, she will become a permanent follower unless you dismiss her.
6. Will the Dawnguard Attack Me If I Become a Vampire?
No, the Dawnguard will not attack you simply for being a vampire. However, if you embrace the Vampire Lord form in their presence, they will become hostile. It’s best to keep your vampiric nature concealed from them if you choose that path.
7. Where Does Serana Go After the Questline?
If you side with the Volkihar vampires, she will remain at Castle Volkihar. If you sided with the Dawnguard, she will typically be found at Fort Dawnguard. She may also travel to your next Dawnguard-related quest location if you dismiss her while on the main quest.
8. What are Bloodcursed Arrows?
Bloodcursed Arrows are a special type of arrow that can be obtained from Serana if you side with the vampires. When fired at the sun, they will block out the sun for a day in the game.
9. Is it Better to Be a Vampire or Dawnguard?
The choice between becoming a vampire or siding with the Dawnguard depends on your personal preference. Vampires gain access to powerful abilities and unique quests, while the Dawnguard offer access to powerful weapons and a more “heroic” storyline. The Games Learning Society also touches on topics like this, emphasizing how player choices influence the narrative and gameplay experience. Consider your character’s roleplaying aspect.
10. What are the Advantages of Being a Vampire Lord?
Becoming a Vampire Lord grants you access to a new skill tree with powerful abilities, such as summoning gargoyles, draining life, and transforming into a swarm of bats. You also gain increased strength and resistance to diseases.
11. Can Other Followers Be Turned Into Vampires?
While you, the Dragonborn, can be turned into a vampire by Lord Harkon, it’s not directly possible to turn your other followers into vampires through normal gameplay. However, mods can enable this functionality.
12. How Did Serana Become a Vampire?
Serana is a pure-blood vampire, meaning she was born a vampire. Her mother, Valerica, and father, Lord Harkon, were both powerful vampires, passing their vampiric lineage onto her.
13. When Was Serana Sealed Away?
Serana was sealed away during the Interregnum, a period between the Reman Dynasty and before the Septim Dynasty. She remembers the Dwemer, yet other dialogue suggests she is from the Second Era, making her exact age and the time of her sealing somewhat contradictory.
14. What Happens if I Ask Serana to Cure Herself?
Initially, she might be resistant to the idea. However, after the death of her father, Lord Harkon, you can convince her to seek a cure at Fort Dawnguard.
15. Who is the Best Companion in Skyrim?
While the “best” companion is subjective, many players consider Serana to be among the best. Her unique dialogue, powerful necromantic abilities, and essential role in the Dawnguard storyline make her a standout choice.
Embrace the Darkness, or Fight Against It
Finding Serana is just the beginning of a complex and engaging questline in Skyrim. Her character adds depth and intrigue to the game, challenging you to make difficult choices and explore the darker side of the Elder Scrolls universe. Whether you choose to embrace the vampire’s curse or fight for the light, Serana will be there, shaping your journey every step of the way. It is fascinating how these complex storylines immerse players deeply, a topic often discussed within the GamesLearningSociety.org community.
The choices you make, the alliances you forge, and the battles you fight will ultimately determine the fate of Skyrim and your own destiny. Good luck, Dragonborn, and may your path be filled with adventure!