Combat system. Two-handed weapon (Skyrim) Block on the run
Two-handed weapon
Two-handed weapon(orig. - "Two-handed") is one of the 18 character skills in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Part of the warrior skill group. It is the patronage of the constellation Warrior that provides a 20% accelerated skill growth. The skill is responsible for the effective use of two-handed weapons in combat. The class of two-handed weapons includes Two-handed swords, Axes and Hammers. Two-handed swords are the fastest type of two-handed weapons, but their damage (in the absence of the corresponding perks) is less than that of Axes and Hammers. Hammers, on the other hand, have the most crushing power and are the slowest weapons in the game.
Two-handed weapons have a longer attack range than one-handed weapons, as well as a high potential for combining with a block, which makes it possible to fight on equal terms in open combat with strong animals (bears, trolls, dragons) and living and non-living enemies with two-handed weapons.
Powerful strikes with heavy weapons (especially hammers) will often unbalance the enemy, giving a player with a two-handed weapon a significant advantage over all opponents with a shorter attack range.
This type of weapon has three disadvantages that determine the specifics of the battle:
1) High consumption of stamina - the player has to spend the stamina more carefully, collect things that increase the stamina and its regeneration.
2) Slow attack speed - the player must correctly calculate the speed and time of the strike, in most cases start the swing in advance, as well as control fast opponents with a block and flat blows.
3) Difficulty/impossible to use magic and shields - the player should accurately time to use magic (for example, healing), move faster, use natural barriers to hide from shooters, and also rely on the strength of the armor.
A two-handed weapon is perhaps the best choice for a heavily armored warrior.
Two-Handed Sword:
The fastest among two-handed weapons, it has a medium stamina consumption and enough attack speed to hit and parry on par with fast human and small animal opponents. Highly effective in the early and mid game against any opponents.
The critical damage perk greatly increases outgoing damage, making it almost the best choice for the mid game.
In the late stages of the game (if at all someone needs recommendations on calling), it is better to use against animals, dragons, magicians ("rags").
Armored warriors wearing full sets of heavy armor take uncomfortably little damage from such weapons.
Two-handed axe:
Slow attack speed, slightly higher damage than a sword.
It is noteworthy that the perk for blood loss causes the effect of the enchantment from the weapon to be triggered for each "tick" of damage from blood loss. However, if the task is to burn the enemy by enchanting weapons, it is better to use a one-handed ax.
Perhaps the strongest advantage of this weapon is its appearance.
Warhammer:
A very slow attack speed combined with a huge stamina drain makes this weapon, subjectively, one of the most difficult to master. If you set a goal not to miss the blows of the enemy, then you will have to spend more than half of the time in a fight behind the block and hitting the handle.
Very effective in the beginning against large beasts, as it knocks them over with almost every hit, preventing them from hitting back.
With the Armor Break perk, it deals surprisingly high damage against the most armored enemies with the strongest shields until the very end of the game.
The warhammer is one of the best weapon options for a warrior partner, as it makes its blows really painful for enemies. Subjectively, a slow hammer attack forces the teammate to spend more time defending and blocking, and therefore a better balance between damage and teammate defense is achieved. Conversely, it has been noted that a partner with a faster weapon (two-handed sword) tries to attack more often and receives more counters.
Additionally, we note that the use of an unenchanted two-handed weapon in conjunction with the cry "Elemental Fury" gives a significant advantage in any battle.
The following races have a bonus to Two-Handed Weapons:
+10 bonus: Nord
+5 bonus: Orc
Perks
Barbarian
no requirement) Two-handed weapons deal 20% more damage.
(Skill=20) Two-handed weapons deal 40% more damage.
(Skill=40) Two-handed weapons deal 60% more damage.
(Skill=60) Two-handed weapons deal 80% more damage.
(Skill=80) Two-handed weapons deal double damage.
Champion Stance
(Skill=20, Barbarian) Power attacks with two-handed weapons cost 25% less stamina.
Dismantler
(Skill=30, Barbarian) Ax attacks deal additional bleeding damage.
(Skill=60) Ax attacks deal more additional bleeding damage.
(Skill=90) Ax attacks deal even more additional blood loss damage.
deep wounds
(Skill=30, Barbarian) Attacks with two-handed swords have a 10% chance to deal critical damage.
(Skill=60) Attacks with two-handed swords have a 15% chance to deal more critical damage.
(Skill=90) Attacks with two-handed swords have a 20% chance to deal even more critical damage.
Skull crusher
(Skill=30, Barbarian) Hammer attacks ignore 25% armor.
(Skill=60) Hammer attacks ignore 50% of armor.
(Skill=90) Hammer attacks ignore 75% of armor.
great push
(Skill=50, Champion Stance) You can power attack with a two-handed weapon while sprinting, dealing double critical damage.
Crushing Blow
(Skill=50, Champion Stance) Standing Power Attacks deal 25% additional damage with a chance to sever the enemy's head.
fan attack
(Skill=70, Great Charge OR Crushing Blow) Power attacks with two-handed weapons while moving sideways deal damage to all enemies in front of you.
martial arts master
(Skill=100, Fan Attack) Backwards power attack has a 25% chance to paralyze the enemy.
teachers
Expert Torbjorn Shatter-Shield Windhelm, home of Clan Shattershield
Master Vilkas Whiterun, Jorrvaskr
textbooks
King
Coldwind Rock, next to the cairn
Dragon Bridge, Penitus Oculatus Post
The emperor's ship near Solitude, next to the throne
Song Of Hrormir
Solitude, Jala's House
Kurgan Yngola
abandoned prison
Whiterun, Jorrvaskr, living quarters, on the shelves next to Daedra Heart
Battle of Sancre Tor
Coldshore Cave, on a corpse in the back room
Tavern "Old Hroldan"
ancient cairn
Whiterun, House of the Sons of Battle, on the first floor in the bedroom, on the shelves
Hollow Broken Helmet, in the nightstand next to the ringleader's sleeping bag
The Legendary Sancre Tor
Ysgramor's Tomb
Northern Watchtower, Lower Level Bedroom
Falkreath barracks
Words and Philosophy (Words and Philosophy)
Geirmund Hall
Hideout Lost Knife, on the table
Riften barracks
Silver Lair
The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim has a truly huge number of weapons and most often the player is lost in the choice.
The best axes, two-handed swords and warhammers in Skyrim
There are fewer two-handed weapons in The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, so it is logical to combine the different classes of such weapons into one section. Here are the best axes, two-handed swords and fighting youths in the game: Wuuthrad, Rueful Axe, Bloodskal, Volendrung and Dawnguard Rune Hammer.
How to get the weapon Ax Vuutrad
This thing is perfect for those who want to settle scores with the elves. Wuuthrad does more damage against eared races, and the base value is also quite high - 25. This is a damn powerful ax!
The path to the Ax Wuthrad lies through the passage of the Companions storyline. It will have to be completed completely, since only at the end of the last task, Glory of the Dead, Dovakin gets the opportunity to grab Wuutrad with both hands.
How to get the weapon Ax of Sorrow
A Daedric Prince named Clavicus Vile describes the weapon as "powerful enough to have fun." And this is pretty close to the truth - the Ax of Sorrow in the base version deals 22 damage, and also burns the stamina of enemies. In addition, it can be improved in the forge, if you have the appropriate skill.
The Ax of Sorrow can be obtained as a reward for completing the Daedric quest A Daedra's Best Friend. But before moving on to it, you should grow to at least level 10. After Dovakin becomes strong enough, you need to find a character named Lod (Lod) near the entrance to Falkreath. There will be many more funny and not so adventures to come.
How to get the Bloodskul weapon
Appeared in the game after the release of the Dragonborn add-on. This is a hefty two-handed sword that causes a magical explosion when hit hard. Even without taking into account the impressive physical damage, Blaskal is valued for the fact that the burst of energy deals 30 damage!
To become the owner of Blascal, you need to start the passage of the storyline of the Dragonborn add-on, and then, having arrived in Solstheim, go to the mine of Raven Rock (Raven Rock Mine) and take the side quest "The Final Descent" from a character named Crescius Karelli (Crescius Caerellius). The blade will lie near the remains of Gratian (Gratian) in a deep dungeon.
How to get Volendrang weapon
An impressively sized warhammer can seriously scare an impressionable hero with its demonic relief. But his damage is much worse - 47! When struck, Volendrang not only easily breaks the strongest bones, but also burns stamina, which is very convenient for Dovakin, because in order to make a good swing with such a hammer, one’s own strength will obviously be small.
Associated with obtaining Volendrang is The Cursed Tribe quest, which begins in the orc stronghold of Largashbur. Arriving there, the hero must help the local orcs cope with a bunch of problems and at the same time show himself in a favorable light in front of the Daedric Prince Malacath (Malacat).
How to get the Dawnguard Rune Hammer weapon
Not the best in its class (base damage is 22), but definitely very useful in some situations. It's all about enchantments: they allow you to place fire traps on different surfaces. Thus, it is very easy to deal with many opponents who prefer to fight close.
As with other Dawnguard rune weapons, you need to complete the Lost Relic dynamic quest. The task is quite troublesome, although it is randomly generated: you need to clear the dungeons, filled to capacity with all sorts of evil spirits and undead.
If you're lucky, the Dawnguard Rune Hammer will be Dovahkiin's reward. For sure. Probably. Maybe. May be. Some day. Sooner or later... Well, if you buy Dawnguard, of course.
The best unique bows in Skyrim
A bow will be useful for almost every hero, but it is especially often used by those who, for some reason, do not want to “dirty their hands” by waving all sorts of sharp things like some kind of savage or barbarian. There are plenty of bows in the game, but only 3 of them will serve Dovakin the best: The Nightingale Bow, Glass Bow of the Stag Prince and Gauldur Blackbow.
How to get the Nightingale Bow weapon
This weapon belongs to Karliah, a member of the thieves' guild and the protagonist's temporary companion during certain quests. The Nightingale Bow enchantment allows you to freeze and shock the target, which is often useful in different situations. It is also another weapon that depends on the level of the character. It is not worth taking it too early, it is better to wait. For example, up to level 46. It is then that the Nightingale Bow will become as powerful as possible.
To convince Karliah to give up the bow, you will have to join the Thieves Guild and follow its storyline. This is quite a long way, which will only end on the task "Blindsighted" (Blindsighted). The bow will be given to the character as a reward for completing the quest. By the way, Dovakin will also receive an “infinite” master key (Skeleton Key), but who cares about such trifles?
How to get the Stag King's Glass Bow
The name is far from the most remarkable thing that this weapon has. It blesses the owner with a special effect - increases health and stamina while the bow is equipped. To get a blessing, you need to kill 20 animals. Not so much, but not so little!
You can get the Stag King's Glass Bow from Falas Selvayn at the Ramshacle Trading Post. Oh yes, that's right, this location is on the island of Solstheim, so you have to go sailing after purchasing the DLC Dragonborn.
How to get the Blackbow of Goldur
Like the Nightingale Bow, this piece of ancient Nordic craftsmanship is a weapon whose power is directly related to the level of the hero. It is exposed at the moment when Dovakin first enters the location where, in fact, the bow is located.
Goldur's Blackbow deals 36 damage on impact and absorbs magic. It is convenient if the main character knows a couple of powerful spells.
As with Goldur's Black Sword, the bow can be obtained from the Forbidden Legend quest. For this quest to appear in the journal, you must read the book "The Lost Legends of Skyrim". You can find it in a variety of places, you just need to be careful. Well, or just search the lifeless body of the "adventurer" in the "Lake Cliff" location.
But the bow has its own dungeon - Geirmund's Hall. The ancient and not quite alive (and not dead!) Sigdis Gauldurson lives there. The bow is in his hands, you just need to ask well.
Weapons undoubtedly play a major role in Skyrim, and therefore, from the very beginning of the game, you should decide on the type of weapons, if you don’t know, then it happens:
- One-handed (swords, short, daggers, axes)
- Two-handed (axes, halberds, spears)
- Shooting (crossbows, bows)
In the article WHERE to find the best weapons in Skyrim, we will consider in detail all the possible options for obtaining precisely attacking types of weapons (small weapons are excluded, since on our website in the Bows and Crossbows section, you will find the same article about small arms).
Let's immediately clarify that this post is purely informative, that is, all your statements that are negative in nature will be ignored, since everyone has their own ideals.
We only consider original (vanilla) weapons, all unofficial mods and additions do not count!
Where to find the best weapons in Skyrim - step by step
Beginning of the game
For those who want to "bend over" enemies from the very beginning of their story, you should think about going through the storyline for the guild of thieves, since at the end of all the main quests, you will be equipped nightingale blade, Nightingale bow, and Nightingale armor, and not a small amount of money. And if you use this entire set in full, you immediately understand that it is simply perfect, as it has impressive charms.
The next exhibit will be Sword "Phantom Blade", which can be obtained by killing Ansilvund. Its feature is the complete disregard for the enemy’s armor, that is, it doesn’t matter how he is equipped, in heavy or light armor.
Also worth mentioning are the Okin ax and the Edouge sword. With their help, you can easily defeat fairly strong enemies.
Middle of pumping
Now let's move on to more experienced players. Many will like Wuutrad ax which can be obtained after completing the quest chain for the Companions, as it is literally "deadly".
After completing the quests for one of the Daedric Princes, you will receive Merenus razor. It has the form of a dagger and has a 5% chance to instantly kill an enemy. Especially if you take it in your right hand and use it as an auxiliary, then attacking, for example, with an ordinary sword, without enchantment, you also have a chance to kill the enemy in one blow.
Pumping peak
After completing a lot of quests, you will need a really good weapon. For example the staff Rose Sanguine Great for those players who haven't upgraded the Magic Tree, as it can summon Daedra to fight by your side.
For those who like to hunt dragons, weapons are well suited. Dragon Scourge, as it has an additional 25 damage bonus against them.
Another proven method is forging weapons. The most relatively good base damage has Daedric and Dragon weapons. But to create them, you need to level Blacksmithing well (from 90 to 100).
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As a result, it must be said that for each one it is necessary to select the best weapon separately, and therefore, in order to say which weapon is really the best, let's say the following.
The best weapon in Skyrim is the weapon that has saved you more than once, or just choose a Daedric, download it, enchant it and bend over this whole multifaceted world! Thank you for your attention, good mood everyone!
So, we all know that as we level up, our Dovahkiin gets skill points. Now let's try to figure out where to put them, so that it would not be excruciatingly painful for the aimlessly lived levels.
Attention! this text is a translation of the official English guide, aimed at users of the localized version. That is, the names of skills and perks are translated in accordance with the official translation. If you are a fan of the original, I advise you to read the guide in the original.
★ This icon means that this perk is more interesting than others from the point of view of the compiler of the official guide. Like it or not - he knows better
Each skill also has a brief description. For the most part, it is written in the spirit of Captain Obvious. So if you understand what a skill is and what it increases from, feel free to skip the entire text at the beginning of the spoiler (skill names are highlighted - don't miss it).
blacksmith craft
You can invest 10 skill points.
Blacksmithing is a craft that allows you to create and improve weapons and armor. To do this, you need a forge (crafting), a workbench (armor upgrade) or a grindstone (weapon upgrade). Any actions performed with these items will increase your blacksmithing skill by an individual amount, depending on the difficulty of the item.
For the fastest leveling of a skill, the creators recommend not only creating weapons and armor, but also immediately improving them.
Although it doesn't smell of balance - forging penny daggers with minimal resource requirements (1 iron ingot, 1 strip of leather) is more profitable than expensive sets of armor. Therefore, a real munchkin will stock up on several tons of iron ingots and a bag of straps, after which he will easily and quickly upgrade his skill to the maximum. (hereinafter - translator's note)
Iron and leather items are available initially, the rest are unlocked as perks are learned. Improvement of any items is also immediately available, but initially it will not be so effective.
Mining, smelting metal, and tanning allow you to create crafting materials on your own, but the skill level does not increase. Also, blacksmithing is useful for developing the enchantment skill, as it can provide a novice sorcerer with working material.
The choice of perk tree is related to what type of armor you prefer: light or heavy.
1. Steel armor
Allows you to create steel armor and weapons, increases the quality of improvement of all items.
Requirements: Blacksmithing 20
2. Wizard blacksmith ★
Allows you to upgrade enchanted items.
Requirements: Blacksmithing 60
Probably the most requested perk. Without it, unique items with enchantments inaccessible to the player will quickly become useless trash. It also allows you to significantly raise the selling price of an unnecessary artifact.
3. Elven armor
Allows the creation of elven armor and weapons, increases the quality of improvement of all items.
Requirements: Blacksmithing 40, Steel Armor
4. Complex types of armor
Allows you to create lamellar and plate armor, increases the quality of improvement of all items.
Requirements: Blacksmithing 50, Elven Armor
5. Glass armor
Well, you understand, right? The description is standard, so I don’t see the point in repeating it.
Prerequisites: Blacksmithing 70, Advanced armor types
6. Dwemer armor ★
Requirements: Blacksmithing 30, Steel Armor
A very interesting perk in terms of pumping and replenishing the wallet - there are quite a lot of Dwemer ruins, and various scrap metal is in order. If your hero is physically strong, you can combine skill leveling (faster, because Dwemer items are considered more difficult than iron items) with a significant replenishment of the wallet.
Before going to the ruins, do not be too lazy to look at (or write out on a piece of paper, it is quite large) in the smelter a list of materials for Dwemer metal ingots, because not all scrap metal is equally useful. And dragging a piece of iron weighing 25 pounds into the city and finding out that it can only be sold for a miserable 30 coins is a shame.
7. Orc Armor
Requirements: Blacksmithing 50, Dwemer Armor
8. Ebony Armor
Requirements: Blacksmithing 80, Orc Armor
9 Daedric Armor
Requirements: Blacksmithing 90, Ebony Armor
Daedric equipment is not sold in stores, so there are two ways to get it: create it or find it in the world.
10. Dragon Armor
Similar to the previous ones, but there will be no new weapons - only armor.
Requirements: Blacksmithing 100, Glass Armor or Daedric Armor
Neither dragon scale armor nor dragon shell armor (light and heavy, respectively) are sold in stores. So you can get it again in two ways: create or find.
Heavy armor
You can invest 12 skill points.
Heavy Armor increases the effectiveness of the following armors: Iron, Steel, Dwemer, Orc, Ebony, Daedric, and Draconic Carapace. These types of armor provide excellent protection, but are heavy and slow down the character. The best types of armor are very rare, so the easiest way to get them is to raise the blacksmithing to the appropriate level and create it yourself.
This skill increases every time you take damage from melee weapons. The amount of the increase depends on the amount of incoming damage, if the character is wearing armor of different types - the damage for skill growth is divided in proportion to the number of items of each type. Therefore, it is advisable not to try to focus only on it.
The heavy armor perk tree is divided into two branches: the left one contains perks that can give a tactical advantage in certain situations, the right one increases the effectiveness of the armor of a full set of heavy armor in battle (helmet, cuirass, gloves, boots).
Unarmed attacks do not increase any of the skills, but can be interesting from a role-playing point of view, especially to Khajiit (the Claws racial trait still works). Also, this perk greatly simplifies fights.
7. Good equipment ★
A full set of heavy armor grants an additional 25% armor rating bonus.
Requirements: Heavy Armor 30, Juggernaut 1
The bonus stacks with the effect of other perks. Highly desirable for all characters who specialize in heavy armor.
8. Soft padding
Reduces fall damage by 50% when wearing a full set.
Requirements: Heavy Armor 50, Fists of Steel
Now falling off a cliff while exploring the world is not so dangerous for health.
9. Center of gravity
When using a full set, you lose balance 50% less often.
Requirements: Heavy armor 50, Good equipment
10. Hard training
Heavy armor equipped on a character weighs nothing and does not slow down movements.
Requirements: Heavy Armor 70, Soft Padding
The same effect can be obtained by finding the appropriate guardian stone.
11. Complete set
Grants an additional 25% to armor class when wearing a full set of armor of the same type.
Requirements: Heavy Armor 70, Center of Gravity
Stacks with other perks. Finding a full set of Draconic or Daedric armor isn't easy, at least if you don't have blacksmithing skills.
12. Reflection of blows
Gives a 10% chance to reflect melee damage back to the enemy while wearing a full set of heavy armor.
Requirements: Heavy Armor 100, Full Set
blocking
You can invest 13 skill points.
Blocking allows you to defend against enemy attacks with a shield or weapon. The skill level affects the amount of damage absorbed and how often you lose your balance when blocking a blow.
The skill increases with each successful block (based on total damage) and when pushing with a shield or weapon.
Attention: blocking does not necessarily require a shield, the skill and perks work when blocking with a weapon. But if you use a weapon or magic in your left hand, then blocking becomes impossible.
In the perk tree, the left side is responsible for damage reduction (requires a shield), and the right side is for offensive blocking.
1-5. Shieldbearer (5 levels)
Blocking is 20/25/30/35/40% more effective
Requirements: Block 0/20/40/60/80
6. Shooting arrows
The shield completely absorbs the damage of arrows when blocking.
Useful for dealing with archers. But it is not particularly effective: if there are several enemies, then it will hardly be possible to close with a shield in time.
7. Power punch flat
Allows you to forcefully push the enemy while blocking.
Requirements: Block 30, Shield Bearer 1
The push is so strong that the enemy can go flying. An effective heal for your melee arsenal, especially if you prefer shield combat.
8. Fast reflexes
Slows down time when blocking an enemy's power attack.
Requirements: Block 30, Shield Bearer 1
Gives you the ability to dodge or counterattack your opponent.
9. Fatal blow flat
Increases point damage by 5 times.
Requirements: Block 50, Flat Power Strike
Pushes do not deal serious damage, so they are an auxiliary move. Even despite the bonus, it's still easier to kill with a sword than to score with a shield.
10. Protection from the elements ★
When blocking with a shield, protection against fire, cold and electricity is increased by 50%.
Requirements: Block 50, Deflect Arrows
Simplifies fights with battle mages. Combined with the Breton racial trait or the Magic Resistance perk (in the alteration skill) can give absolute protection against all three elements.
11. Block on the run
When blocking with a shield, movement speed drops less.
Requirements: Block 70, Elemental Protection
Allows you to quickly close the distance to the archer or mage, and also increases the range of the Living Hammer perk.
12. Disarm ★
When pushing, you can disarm the enemy.
Requirements: Block 70, Fatal Flat Blow
Gives a chance to knock a weapon out of an enemy's hands if it is pushed during a power attack. The enemy usually has a spare weapon (most often a sword or dagger) with him, which is less effective than the main one, so it will become easier to defeat.
This perk can be replaced with the appropriate shout.
13. Living Hammer
Sprinting in combination with blocking with a shield knocks down most enemies.
Requirements: Block 100, Block while running, or Disarm
Allows you to pave the way through the crowd of opponents or buy time for a break in a hot battle.
Two-handed weapon
19 skill points can be invested
Two-handed weapons increase the effectiveness of weapons such as two-handed swords, axes, and warhammers. The skill increase occurs with each hit and depends on the damage dealt (damage from enchantment is not taken into account), the number of hits does not matter.
1-5. Barbarian (5 levels) ★
Increases damage dealt by two-handed weapons by 20/40/60/80/100%.
Requirements: Two-handed weapon 0/20/40/60/80
It does not depend on the type of weapon used, therefore it is useful for all lovers of heavy pieces of iron.
6. Champion Stance ★
Power attacks with two-handed weapons require 25% less stamina.
Requirements: Two-Handed Weapon 20, Barbarian 1
Allows you to carry out power attacks more often. Considering their destructive power, this would be an excellent choice.
7-9. Deep Wounds (3 levels)
When attacking with a two-handed sword, there is a 10/15/20% chance to deal critical damage.
Critical hits increase damage by 50%. On average, at level 1, damage increases by 5%, and at level 3 - by 15%. Also good, but the barbarian is better.
10-12. Dismantler (3 levels)
Ax attacks deal additional bleeding damage.
Requirements: Two-Handed Weapon 30/60/90, Barbarian 1
Blood loss depends on the damage of the ax, but in general each hit gives 1-3 damage for 3-6 seconds. As the level increases, the effect increases. It is, in fact, an analogue of poison with a short duration of effect.
13-15. Skull Crusher (3 levels)
Hammer attack ignores 25/50/75% of the target's armor.
Requirements: Two-handed weapon 30/60/90
16. Crushing Blow
Standing power attacks grant a 25% bonus to damage and a chance to sever the enemy's head.
17. Great Rush
Requirements: Two-Handed Weapon 50, Champion's Stance
Weaker than the description suggests: double crits only pierce on the first hit and (more importantly) difficult to execute. But for playing the role of a berserker, it is invaluable.
18. Fan attack
A sideways power attack deals damage to all targets in front of you.
Requirements: Two-Handed Weapon 70, Crushing Blow or Great Charge
Indispensable for the extermination of weak, but numerous opponents or the boss's retinue.
19. Martial artist
Backwards power attack has a 25% chance to paralyze the enemy.
Requirements: Two-Handed Weapon 100, Fan Attack
One-handed weapon
You can invest 21 skill points.
One-handed weapons increase the effectiveness of weapons such as swords, battle axes, maces, and daggers. The skill increase occurs with each hit and depends on the damage dealt (damage from enchantment is not taken into account), the number of hits does not matter. So whether you kill a bandit with 10 pokes of a dagger or three blows of a mace, it doesn't matter.
Some perks affect only a certain type of weapon, so if you use everything in a row, spend skill points on more versatile ones.
1-5. Strong hand (5 levels) ★
One-handed weapons deal 20/40/60/80/100% more damage.
Requirements: One-handed weapon 0/2040/60/80
It does not depend on the type of weapon used, therefore it is useful for all swordsmen.
6. Fighting stance ★
Power attacks require 25% less stamina.
Requirements: One-Handed Weapon 20, Strong Hand 1
Allows you to carry out power attacks more often. Especially useful if you're looking for two-handed attacks, as it pairs well with the Double Whirlwind and Double Meat Grinder perks.
7-9. Swordsman (3 levels)
Sword attacks have a 10/15/20% chance to deal critical damage.
Critical hits increase damage by 50%. On average, at level 1, damage increases by 5%, and at level 3 - by 15%. Also good, but a strong hand is better.
10-12. Bonebreaker (3 levels)
A mace attack ignores 25/50/75% of the target's armor.
Requirements: One-Handed 30/60/90, Strong Hand 1
Useless against unarmored targets, but makes it easier to fight against heavily armored opponents. For example, most bosses.
13-15. Grunt (3 levels)
Ax attacks deal additional bleeding damage.
Requirements: One-Handed 30/60/90, Strong Hand 1
Blood loss depends on the damage of the ax, but in general each hit gives 1-3 damage for 3-6 seconds. As the level increases, the effect increases. It is, in fact, an analogue of poison with a short duration of effect.
16-17. Double whirlwind (2 levels)
Attack with two hands is 20/35% faster.
Requirements: One-Handed Weapon 30/50, Strong Hand 1
18. Snatch
Allows you to carry out a power attack while sprinting. The critical damage dealt is doubled.
Weaker than the description suggests: double crits only pierce on the first hit and (more importantly) difficult to execute. Although in the case of playing the role of a berserker with two swords, it can be useful: the swordsman perk and weapons in both hands provide a good chance of a critical hit.
19. Ruthless Strike
Standing Power Attacks deal 25% more damage.
Requirements: One-Handed Weapon 50, Fighting Stance
Gives a significant damage bonus. Chopping off the head is suitable only as a fatality - it works only when the enemy dies (there is no chance of killing with one blow).
20. Double meat grinder ★
Dual-handed power attacks deal 50% more damage.
Requirements: One-Handed Weapon 70, Dual Whirlwind 1
A great perk if your character is dual-wielding - the effect is much higher than the Relentless Strike and Dash perks (and stacks with both).
21. Paralyzing Strike
Power attack with moving backwards paralyzes the enemy in 25% of cases..
Requirements: One-Handed Weapon 100, Merciless Strike or Dash
Shooting
16 skill points can be invested
Shooting increases the effectiveness of using bows. The skill increase occurs with each hit and depends on the damage dealt (damage from enchantment is not taken into account, bonus damage from an arrow is taken into account), the number of arrows spent does not matter. If the enemy completely blocks the arrow, then the skill increase does not occur.
1-5. Overstretch (5 levels) ★
Bows deal 20/40/60/80/100% more damage.
The only damage perk. Be sure to take it first.
6-8. Critical Shot (3 levels)
The arrow has a 10/15/20% chance to critically hit.
Requirements: Shooting 30/60/90, Overstretch 1
Critical hits increase damage by 50%. On average, at level 1, damage increases by 5%, and at level 3 - by 15%. Also good, but over-tensioning is better.
9. Eagle eye ★
Pressing the "block" key while aiming zooms the picture.
Requirements: Shooting 30, Overstretch 1
Makes you feel like a sniper. Especially useful in conjunction with the Stealth skill - now the first shot will more often become the last for the enemy.
10-11. Steady Hand (Level 2)
Time slows down by 50/50% while aiming with zoom
Requirements: Marksmanship 40/60, Eagle Eye
Useful for minimizing miss due to target moving at the wrong time. Especially useful for shooting at flying dragons (although you still need to take lead).
12. Thrifty hunter
Twice as many of your arrows are stored on corpses.
Requirements: Archery 50, Critical Hit 1
Useful only when using rare and expensive arrows. If you use common ones (iron, steel, etc.), then there are much more interesting options.
13. Powerful shot ★
An arrow hit causes all but the largest enemies to stagger 50% of the time.
Requirements: Marksmanship 50, Eagle Eye
A very useful skill: in the time until the enemy regains balance, you can fire one or two more arrows. It also cancels spell casting and block. Yes, and to break the distance, if the enemy came close, it will not be superfluous for the archer.
14. Gamekeeper
Movement speed decreases less while aiming.
Requirements: Marksmanship 60, Thrifty Hunter
15. Fast shooting
String draws 30% faster.
Requirements: Marksmanship 70, Power Shot
16. Sniper
15% of arrows will paralyze the victim for 10 seconds.
Requirements: Archery 100, Rapid Fire OR Ranger
Useful at medium and close range, as it allows you to easily finish off a helpless enemy. And it’s pointless at long range - a paralyzed victim falls, which means getting into it will become at least more difficult.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim contains a lot of loot that no player can have the same stock after a couple of minutes of playing. Weapons, of course, are vital, but what to choose?
With Skyrim now out on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation VR, we're revisiting our Skyrim guides to make sure new adventurers have everything they need to get the most out of this massive game. In this guide, we are talking about weapons.
In truth, there aren't many absolutely better weapons in Skyrim, thanks to the fact that some use of enchantments and other mechanics can make just about any weapon viable with any difficulty - even your bare fists! With that said, some of the most famous weapons in the game are unique weapons that can be found in specific locations or through specific quests. Each unique weapon has its own set properties, a unique name, and very often an enchantment that will give it some sort of special advantage.
What weapon do you have in Skyrim, you can write about it in the comments!
Best Skyrim Daggers
There are over ten unique daggers in the game, but we're going to focus on a couple that we think are especially excellent. If you're creating a character for stealth play, they can prove to be quite a significant weapon for you for quite some time.
Mehrunes Razor
Mehrunes' Razor is a decent little dagger thanks to its base damage status of 11, but what really sets it apart is its enchantments. Any strike with Mehrunes' Razor has a chance to instantly kill the enemy.
To get the Razor of Mehrunes, you need to complete the quest "Pieces of the Past" and kill Silus Vesuya at the end of the quest. You will be prompted to complete this quest once you reach level 20 via the courier, or you may stumble upon the quest while walking around Dawnstar; where they will tell you about the museum of Silus, that's where you need to go to start the mission.
Blade of Woe
This dagger is even more powerful than the Mehrunes Razor with a base damage of 12, its enchantment is useful for fighting powerful enemies - each hit absorbs 10 health points.
The Blade of Woe can be obtained from an NPC during the Death Incarnate quest, part of the Dark Brotherhood faction questline. You can also follow the early quest steps and kill Astrid during the With Friends Like These quest. You will be able to take the Blade of Woe from her body, but you will no longer be able to join the brotherhood.
| Weapon | Damage | Weight | Upgrade with Ingot, Perk | the effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Bone Dagger | 12 | 6,5 | Dragon bone, dragon armor | There is not |
| Blade of Woe | 12 | 7 | steel ingot | Drain 10 health |
| Mehrunes Razor | 11 | 3 | Ebony Ingot | 1.98% chance to instantly kill, infinite charges |
| Daedric Dagger | 11 | 6 | Ebony Bar, Daedric Smith | There is not |
| Stalhrim Dagger | 10 | 4.5 | Ebony Armor | Frost spell charm is 25% stronger |
Best Skyrim Maces
There are even fewer unique maces in the game, but some of them are still impressive. Maces are really meant for people who want to master the real power of the character and deliver devastating blows to their enemies.
Mace of Molag Bal
This artifact is quite powerful, with a base damage of 16. It also comes with an enchantment that takes away 25 damage, stamina, and magicka. On top of that, if the target dies within 3 seconds, you will fill a soul gem.
The mace is given to you after completing the Daegric Quest House of Horrors. In the city of Markarth, a leader named Tyranus will ask you for help finding an abandoned house. As soon as you enter the house with or without a clue, this quest will begin. Finish the quest, take the mace.
The best Skyrim swords
Swords are, of course, the most common weapon class you'll find in Skyrim. There are many of them, they are unique and scattered all over the world. For you, we have collected the best samples that are worthy to be seen.
Sword of Miraak
Players of the original Skyrim may not be familiar with the Sword of Miraak since it was added in the Dragonborn DLC, but it's a pretty darn good weapon. The sword absorbs stamina thanks to its enchantment and it has sustained damage.
To get your hands on it, you will need to start quests with the dragon priest, going to the island of Solstheim. When you're ready, two priests will tell you about the "first dragon" and try to kill you. This will start the DLC quest line. After a few quests, you will be taken to the final Dragonborn quest, on top of Apocrypha. You will be able to take this weapon as loot from a corpse at the end of this quest. It's a long process to get to it, but it's worth it.
cooler
Chiller is a glass sword and is great for enemies who don't like frost damage. His spells inflict frost damage and have a chance to paralyze enemies.
The weapon is held by the leader of the Thieves Guild, Mercy Frey. The easiest way to access it is to find it in Frey's house during the Purist Thieves Guild quest. It is proudly displayed in a case and has an expert pick lock that will give you access to it. Keep in mind that these weapons are level dependent, so how good they are will be determined by your level.
Curse of the Dragon
Do you spend an awful lot of time in Skyrim fighting dragons? The dragon's curse means that it deals additional damage to dragons. This sword is level dependent, so its performance will be partly determined by your level the first time you pick it up.
The Dragon's Curse is located in the Heavenly Temple during the Wall of Alduin quest, it is an important step in the main story of the game. In order to take it you need to find a room next to the main chamber of the temple.
Strangler and Blood Scythe
Two more weapons that were added in the Dragonborn DLC. These two swords were designed to be double swords. When activated, the player gains a powerful enchantment to absorb magic and health, reducing the target's defense against further physical and magical attacks.
You will need to walk to the Dragonborn questline to get to Solstheim. Once you reach level 36 or higher, you will find a copy of the book, Deathbrand inside Tel Mithrin or Raven Rock Temple. You will receive both of these weapons through a quest.
Black Blade of Gauldur
Gauldur's Blackblade is another level dependent weapon, meaning its effectiveness will be determined by your level when you first find it. The best version of it is used at level 36. As a weapon of the ancient Nord, the dwarven blacksmith's fist will help you make it even more deadly.
The sword can be picked up during the Forbidden Legend quest. You can start this quest by reading the book Lost Legends - this will start the search for the legend of Galdur. You can find one of the books naturally, you will find it on the body of a dead adventurer in Reachwater rock. Later in the quest, you will find yourself in the ruins of Golguntur - upon completion, this sword will be your reward.
Best Skyrim Battle Axes
Battle axes are less popular weapons than the sword. We have selected a couple of axes to show you.
Okin
Okin is a cool Nordic battle axe. It contains a frost spell, and is dangerous to the enemy's stamina, health, and has a stable base damage of 12. It can be upgraded and upgraded with a blacksmithing piece of steel.
To enjoy Okin, you need to complete the Silence of Tongues quest. You can find it in the wreckage of Volundrud by exploring around - you will find notes that will start pushing you towards the quest. In the end, you will receive this weapon as a reward.
Dawnguard Rune Ax
As the name of this weapon suggests, it can be found in the Dawnguard DLC pack. It uses solar damage against the undead, and the amount of damage increases each time for each undead enemy you have killed with an ax since the last sunrise - this is its unique effect.
To get this weapon, simply purchase the Dawnguard DLC. You will eventually come across a Lost Relic search. These are quests where you will be sent to find a random artifact, but if you keep doing these quests you will eventually get this item.
Battle axes and hammers, Greatswords
For players who like to play with two-handed weapons in Skyrim, there are quite a few unique types of axes, hammers and swords. So we grouped them together.
Wuutrad
If you don't like elves, this weapon is definitely for you. It does even more damage to elves, and that's on top of its base damage set to 25. It also looks pretty bloody, to be honest.
In order to become the owner of this weapon, you need to complete the task "The Last Duty", and for this you will have to join the Companions faction. The Last Duty is the final quest for this faction. You can take the ax of Wuutrad on the statue by activating it.
Ax of Sorrow
It is described as a very powerful weapon - it has a base damage of 22. It can be upgraded at the forge.
The ax can be found in search of Daedra. Once you reach level 10 or higher, you'll want to find Lod near the Falkreath entrance. When given a chance, kill Barbas with an axe. You must use an ax to kill him. You can keep it as a reward.
Bloodthirsty Blade
Originally added in the Dragonborn DLC, this greatsword releases an energy blast when you make an attack. The energy blast also deals 30 damage.
You need to start the Dragonborn main quest and then head to the Raven Rock Mine. Chat with Cresius at the entrance to the mine and start the quest "The Last Descent". You will find the blade next to the remains of Gratian Caerellius later in the quest, in the Bloody Swamp.
Volendrang
This massive hammer has a slightly wicked look and an absolutely ridiculous base damage of 47. It also consumes stamina, very useful for a weapon of this size from this deadly nature.
The Daedric Prince will give it to you as part of the Cursed Tribe quest. In order to accept this quest, you need to travel to Orc's stronghold in Largashbur. Try to save the life of the orc Ugor, who will then help you in this quest.
Best Skyrim bows
Bows are useful for players who like to stay at a distance and shoot down opponents with a hail of arrows. Here is our selection of ranged bows.
nightingale bow
The Nightingale Bow is actually owned by Karliah, a member of the Thieves Guild and temporary dragonborn follower for some of that guild's quests. His enchantment allows you to freeze and shock the target, which is very convenient. This weapon is level dependent, so its power will depend on your level when you get it. The best version is at level 46 and up.
To become the owner of a nightingale bow, you will have to join the Thieves Guild and follow your questline. By the end of this series of quests, you will receive the Blindsighted quest. This bow is the reward for completing this quest. He also gives you a bone key, so it's a really rewarding quest.
Stag King's Glass Bow
This bow has a charm that blesses you for every 20 animals you kill with a bow perfect for hunting. The blessing does the most, but it also provides a significant boost to health and stamina while the bow is equipped.
You can get the Bow from Falas Selvayn at the Old Trading Post. He's on Solstheim, so it's part of the Dragonborn DLC. The bow can be taken by stealing or simply bought.
Black Bow of Gauldur
This item has priority from your level, that is, its effectiveness will be determined by your level when you first equip it. The best version is at level 36.
The bow can be picked up during the Forbidden Legend quest. You can start this quest by reading the Lost Legends book - it will start with finding the legend of Galdur. If you don't find one of the books naturally, you can take it from a dead adventurer in Reachwater Rock. The quest will eventually lead you to Geirmund's Hall where you will fight Sigdis Galdurson. Bow - will be your reward.
| Weapon | Damage | Weight | DPS | Upgrade | the effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved Gnome Crossbow | 22 | 21 | N/A | Dwarven blacksmith | Ignores 50% of armor |
| Dragon Bow | 20 | 20 | 15 | Dragon bone, dragon armor | There is not |
| Bow of Auriel | 13 | 11 | 13 | Refined Moonstone, Elven Smith | 20 sun damage tripled if target is Undead. |
| Zephyr | 12 | 10 | 12 | Dwarven blacksmith | Arrows are 30% faster than a standard bow |
| Daedric bow | 19 | 18 | 9,5 | Ebon Bar, Daedric Smith | There is not |
| nightingale bow | 19 | 18 | 9,5 | Ebony Ingot | 30 units Frost Damage |