Why Won’t Falion Offer to Cure Me?
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Falion won’t offer to cure you if you haven’t contracted vampirism or if you’re not speaking to him at the right time, specifically at dawn, and he may also require a filled Black Soul Gem to perform the ritual. To initiate the cure, you need to talk to Falion at the mound at dawn, say “Let’s get this over with” and he will perform a ritual to cure you of your vampirism.
Understanding Vampirism and Falion’s Role
Falion is a unique character in the world of Skyrim who has the ability to cure vampirism. However, there are certain conditions that must be met before he can offer his services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Get Falion to Cure Me?
To get Falion to cure you, you need to talk to him at the mound at dawn, say “Let’s get this over with” and he will perform a ritual to cure you of your vampirism.
Why Can’t I Cure My Vampirism in Skyrim?
There’s a 3-day window between contracting the disease and fully turning, during which you can use any of the following cures to get rid of the disease.
How Many Times Will Falion Cure Me?
Falion will cure you as many times as you want, but you will have to do the quest with him each time and provide a filled Black Soul Gem.
How Do You Trigger the Falion Quest?
To trigger the Falion quest, talk to any innkeeper, go to Morthal and talk to Falion, bring him one filled black soul gem, meet Falion at the summoning circle outside of Morthal, and watch Falion perform the ritual.
Will Falion Cure Serana?
Yes, Falion can cure Serana of her vampirism after finishing the Dawnguard DLC.
Can I Become a Vampire Lord Again If I Cure Myself?
Yes, you can become a Vampire Lord again if you ask Serana to turn you.
How Powerful Is Falion?
Falion is extremely weak and doesn’t know a single spell, but he can travel the planes of Oblivion and cure vampirism.
Where Does Falion Cure Vampirism?
Falion cures vampirism at the mound in Morthal.
Can I Join the Dawnguard If I Cure Vampirism?
No, you won’t be able to join the Dawnguard even if you cure your vampirism.
How Do You Fill a Black Soul Gem for Falion?
To fill a Black Soul Gem, cast Soul Trap on another necromancer.
How Do You Activate Vampirism Cure?
To activate the vampirism cure, ask any bartender about rumors going around, and they’ll give you the name Falion.
Can Falion Cure You Multiple Times?
Yes, Falion can cure you multiple times, but you will have to do the quest with him each time.
What Happens If I Tell On Falion?
If you report Falion to the jarl, she will immediately find and confront him, threatening dire consequences for Falion.
Can Falion Cure Vampire Lord?
Yes, Falion can cure a Vampire Lord.
What Are Master Vampires Weak To?
Master vampires are weak to sunlight and fire.
Do Vampire Lords Take Sun Damage in Skyrim?
Yes, Vampire Lords still take sun damage, although you can temporarily eliminate that problem by shooting the sun with Auriel’s Bow and Bloodcursed Arrows.
How Do You Feed a Vampire in Skyrim?
The easiest way to feed a vampire is to pickpocket sleeping NPCs or attack people as a Vampire Lord.
Should I Be a Vampire or a Werewolf in Skyrim?
It’s up to personal preference, but vampires get more control over their powers, while werewolves offer more fun with their lust for carnage.
Can You Marry Serana?
No, you cannot marry Serana in the base game, but you can use a mod to make her marriageable.
Can You Be a Vampire and a Werewolf at the Same Time in Skyrim?
No, you cannot be a vampire and a werewolf at the same time, as one will cancel out the other.
Can You Marry Serana If You Cure Her Vampirism?
No, you still cannot marry Serana even if you cure her vampirism.
Does Serana Like the Dragonborn?
Yes, Serana often expresses her gratitude for being freed from her father’s control and seems to enjoy spending time with the Dragonborn.
Can Serana Still Be a Follower If You Cure Her?
Yes, Serana will still follow you even if you cure her vampirism, but she will lose most of her vampiric powers.