Dragonbane is a leveled unique Blades Sword found in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Because the sword is leveled, the magnitude of the enchantments, base strength and value are contingent upon character level. The sword can be obtained as early as level one.
Appearance
It strongly resembles the Akaviri Katana, the sword that the Blades used during the Third Era. The hilt is wrapped in strips of black leather and the guard is brass in the shape of a stylized coiled serpent.
Acquisition
It can be obtained in Sky Haven Temple during the quest "Alduin's Wall". It is located on a table in an atrium just off to the left of the main chamber, along with a full set of Blades armor and six Blades swords.
Enchantment
Dragonbane's unique enchantment causes a leveled amount of extra damage to dragons and Shock Damage to others; this is not the same as other shock damage enchantments, however, since it does not do any damage to Magicka. This weapon cannot be disenchanted to learn its effects.
Dragonbane also has a unique visual effect where sparks of electricity fizzle along the length of the blade.
It quickly drains its charge, limiting its usefulness.
Smithing
Dragonbane can be upgraded with a Quicksilver Ingot and the Arcane Blacksmith perk at a grindstone and also benefits from the Steel Smithing perk, which doubles the improvement.
Levels
The damage, weight, value as well as the magnitude of the enchantment are based on the Dragonborn's level the first time Sky Haven Temple is entered. The best possible version is available at level 46.
| Level | Damage | Weight | Value | Enchantment | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-18 | 10 | 10 | 970 | 20 points of extra damage to dragons, 10 points of shock damage to others | 000F1AC1 |
| 19-26 | 11 | 11 | 1298 | 25 points of extra damage to dragons, 10 points of shock damage to others | 000F71CD |
| 27-35 | 12 | 12 | 1510 | 30 points of extra damage to dragons, 10 points of shock damage to others | 000F71CE |
| 36-45 | 13 | 13 | 2105 | 35 points of extra damage to dragons, 10 points of shock damage to others | 000F71CF |
| 46+ | 14 | 14 | 2766 | 40 points of extra damage to dragons, 10 points of shock damage to others | 000F71D0 |
Trivia
- The level 46+ version has the same damage rating as a Daedric Sword and is lighter.
- PC Users can type player.additem 000FF9F2 1 into the console and let the game's level system randomly choose which version of the weapon to add.
- If used on Alduin at the battle on the Throat of the World, Alduin will say "You carry the weapons of my ancestors, but you are not their equal!" This seems to happen simply by the Dragonborn having the weapon in their inventory, whether or not it is actually equipped during the battle.
- This sword could be depicted on the ancient Dragonborn prophecy on Alduin's Wall.
Bugs
- PC 360 PS3 Dragonbane's unique visual effect is only visible on the left side of the blade. This effect cannot be seen in first person view if Dragonbane is in the player's left hand unless they are moving left, right or forward.
- If the Paarthurnax quest is active, taking it will be counted as stealing.
Appearances
- The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Template:1st