- For other uses, see Karstaag.
Karstaag is a creature found in The Elder Scrolls III: Bloodmoon. He has high health and is highly resistant to frost magic and the largest creature found on Solstheim.
Background[]
He is a unique Frost Giant, who originally dwelt in Castle Karstaag, on Solstheim, with his serving tribe of Rieklings. He and the Skaal tribe have lived in peace for many years.[1] During the events of Bloodmoon, the Skaal have not heard from the giant for some time. It is revealed during the main quest that Karstaag was captured by Hircine for his hunt.
Interactions[]
Hircine's Hunt[]
The Nerevarine encounters Karstaag in the Huntsman's Hall, deep within the Mortrag Glacier. Only one of them will survive Hircine's game.
Abilities[]
Karstaag has the following abilities:
- Karstaag Resists1
- 50% Reflect
- 100% Resist Frost
- 50% Resist Magicka
- 100% Resist Normal Weapons
- 100% Resist Paralysis
- Restore Health 4 points
- Icy Blood — Restore Health 5 points
Trivia[]
- He is the only frost giant encountered in The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind and both its expansions.
- Karstaag was the champion that Hircine expected to prevail in the hunt, being surprised when he loses.
- 200 years later, the Dragonborn may battle the spirit of Karstaag in the unmarked quest "Summoning Karstaag" by placing his skull upon his throne in the ruins of his castle.
Appearances[]
References[]
- ↑ Dialogues with the Skaal in The Elder Scrolls III: Bloodmoon