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Questions tagged [skyrim-dawnguard]

Dawnguard is the first DLC for Skyrim, released 2012. Always use in conjunction with the [the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim] tag.

In the game, players are given the choice of fighting for or against the Vampires, the rival Vampire hunters being known as the Dawnguard.

The game includes new locations, items, skills and perks over the base game.

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Use this tag only if your question is specific to the Dawnguard DLC. Otherwise, use one of the related tags below. If you include this tag in your question, then also add the base game, tag to your question.

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If I transform into a vampire lord and kill someone and then transform back to human form, will I be recognized?

I want to know, in Skyrim XBOX One, if I hid and became a vampire lord, then went into Riften, killed someone, left and hid, then became a human, as long as no one saw me transform, will I be recognized by guards? Or could I wear a guards helmet…
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When should I start seeking out DLC missions?

I've already played through Skyrim on the PS3. Now, finally tired of waiting on Bethesda to re-align their fecal matter, I've bought the game and all DLC on the Xbox 360. While I did enjoy the story and everything about the game the first time…
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Do the random vampire attacks end when you finish the main Dawnguard quest?

Do the random vampire attacks end when you finish the main Dawnguard quest on the Vampire Hunters (Dawnguard) side?
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Fix for word of power quest bug at Arcwind Point

When I picked up the word of power at Arcwind Point, the quest didn't get removed from my quest log. If I select it, the arrow still points to the wall even though there is no word to collect anymore. The monks at High Hrothgar won't give me a new…
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Is it possible to change from a member of the Dawnguard, to a Vampire Lord or vice versa (permanently)?

I activated the Dawnguard DLC approximately three days after it's release/inception, in late June, and commenced actively playing yesterday: July fifteenth, though I had already spoke with Isran, leader of the Dawnguard, I completed what I recollect…
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Will the Dawnguard attempt to kill me if I become a Vampire?

I have just completed the main Dawnguard Questline and have killed Harkon. I was considering turning into a vampire lord because Serana gives me the opportunity to become a vampire. Will the Dawnguard attack and kill me if I turn into a vampire via…
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How do the bow-related Archery skill perks affect crossbows?

I noticed* that some of the Archery skill perks are bow-specific or bow-related, based on their descriptions. I would like to know how they affect crossbows. Does the 'Quick Shot ' archery perk (can draw a bow 30% faster) affect crossbows? Does it…
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Consequences of letting Serana turn you into a vampire lord or soul trap you

If you are not a vampire you need to either let Serana turn you into a vampire, become a vampire on your own or let her trap a part of your soul. What are the implications of these choices? Do you need to get cured of vampirism before progressing…
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How to summon Durnehviir?

So I've got the shout in my shouts list and I've unlocked all three parts of it, but I can't seem to be able to use it all, just the first part. Am I missing something? I still have a quest for 'Learn the first word of Durnehviir's shout' but it's…
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Does experience gain from damaging Restoration Spells depend on damage dealt?

Dawnguard introduces a few restoration spells which do sun damage. Consider the following: according to the UESP wiki, Vampire's Bane grants 36 XP: Vampire's Bane is described as such: Sunlight explosion that does 40 points of damage in a 15 foot…
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Does Dawnguard make any significant balance changes to Skyrim?

So I've been playing Skyrim for some time now and I've reached level 35. I heard about the new Dawnguard DLC but never bothered reading about it. I recently found out that you can now smith arrows for archery, which is a big plus for me as I like…
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How many chances do you get to become a Vampire Lord

So, I am working on a new playthrough of Skyrim with the two new DLCs and I would like to work in being a vampire lord early into the game. Doing a bit of reading however it seems I have to select to be a dawnguard if I want to be able to craft…
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I retrived Arvak's skull but the objective to do so does not complete and the quest does not progress

I've found Arvak's skull in the Soul Cairn and picked it up, but the objective "Retrieve Arvak's skull" remains active and the soul who is supposed to give me the spell to summon him does not appear. How can I complete this quest?
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Can you marry Serana in Skyrim: Dawnguard?

In Skyrim, I want to marry Serana, the follower you get from the Dawnguard quest series. Is it possible, if not, will it ever be?
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How do I get rid of my missing animal follower?

Dawnguard allows you to recruit an Armored Troll as an animal companion. The Troll costs 500 Gold to recruit, but when I attempt to purchase the troll, the game tells me I already have an animal companion. What steps should I take to ensure I don't…
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