Dawnfang and Duskfang is a one-handed sword that was first introduced inSkyrim’s predecessorOblivion. The two-in-one weapon was originally made available inSkyrimthrough the Creation Club, and is also included in theAnniversary Editionof the game. Dawnfang and Duskfang are two halves of the same weapon, changing its name and effect depending on the time of day.
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Originally created by the Tsaesci, an Akaviri race of snake-like people, Dawnfang and Duskfang is the only shape-shifting weapon inSkyrim. It has two sister swords – Bloodthirst and Rimelink. Bloodthirst can be found as part of the Dawnfang and Duskfang quest, while Rimelink is notavailable inSkyrim, only inThe Elder Scrolls: Bladesmobile game.
Dawnfang and Duskfang Effects And Stats
At night, this sword is called Duskfang and deals Frost damage. During the day, it is called Dawnfang and deals Fire damage. Aside from this unique shapeshifting effect, it is a particularly notable weapon as it upgrades itself over time - after killing 12 enemies, it gains a new absorption effect.
Dawnfang and Duskfang becomes especially powerful after it has had a taste of blood, specifically 12 tastes of creature blood. After this, depending on its form, it will absorb five (depending on level) points of Magicka or Health from targets. Keep in mind that Dawnfang and Duskfang are not two different swords,and thus cannot be Dual-Wielded.
How To Get Dawnfang and Duskfang
To acquire Dawnfang and Duskfang head to the Ratway beneath Riften, where players typically locate Esbern and are chased by the Thalmor as part of the main questline. The Dawnfang and Duskfang quest should pop into your inventoryafter following rumorsof a ghost in the sewers – as long as the creation is installed (Anniversary Editionplayers shouldn’t have to do anything).
The ghost leads the player to an underground vault, where players must defeat several Guardians in order to weaken a shield barring anyone from picking up the sword. Once the Vault is fully explored and each Guardian is defeated, Dawnfang and Duskfang should be able to be picked up from its place in the vault.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Editionis available for PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Xbox One and Series X|S
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