Bloodscythe is a unique scimitar that is more effective when dual wielded with Soulrender.
History[]
The blade, along with Soulrender, was once wielded by the legendary pirate king, Haknir Death-Brand. Upon his death, he cursed the blades before they were buried with him in Gyldenhul Barrow on Solstheim.[1]
Acquisition[]
Wielded by the spirit of Haknir Death-Brand in Gyldenhul Barrow at the conclusion of the quest "Deathbrand." Entrance to the tomb requires an ancient Nordic pickaxe, as stalhrim covers the entrance.
Enchantment[]
The enchantment will only work if Bloodscythe is dual wielded with Soulrender. The charges of the weapons are not dependent on each other. If Soulrender is wielded alone, Bloodscythe still loses charge.
Another point to note is that if one wears gear or a combination of gear that gives the enchantment effect "Fortify Destruction" 100%, Bloodscythe does not lose charge, but Soulrender does.
Usefulness[]
Wielding both Soulrender and Bloodscythe for dual wielded bonus will give light armor wearers a powerful match to the Deathbrand Armor set. The armor increases damage done with one-handed weapons for each piece of Deathbrand Armor equipped, up to a maximum of 40%, as well as giving an armor boost to make up for the lack of a shield.
Bugs[]
This section contains bugs related to Bloodscythe. Before adding a bug to this list, consider the following:
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- PC 360 PS3 The Soulrender will fit on weapon, shield racks, or display cases, but Bloodscythe might not and vice versa.
- PC (Fix) Remove Bloodscythe using the console, then re-add the weapon.
- 360 Bloodscythe and Soulrender will not perform their enchantments even when dual-wielded.
- Solution: un-equip and re-equip both weapons.
- 360 PS3 If left in a display case in the Dragonborn's house, the sword may disappear completely, unable to be reacquired.
- 360 If the Bloodscythe is acquired, the Dragonborn dies and then goes back to the entrance of the room it sits in and save the weapon will become unobtainable. It will be visible, but it will be unable to be picked up.
- 360 (Fix) Quit to main menu, select continue game, and it will be fixed.