Dawnreaver
A Dawnguard Crusader sworn to defend Skyrim from the undead. Guided by the Divines and hardened by war, he wields steel and Restoration magic in equal measure, bringing righteous fire to vampires, draugr, and the creatures of darkness. He walks Skyrim alone, clad in heavy armor and carrying Dawnbreaker, the Meridia-forged blade that burns with the light of dawn. Against dragons, Daedra, and ancient evils, he stands as a shield against the night. of Skyrim.
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Those under the sign of the Warrior will learn all combat skills 20% faster.
Those under the sign of The Lady regenerate Health and Stamina more quickly.
Condition
Loadout
Absorb 20 points of Health.
Absorb 25 points of Stamina.
Absorb 20 points of Health.
50% chance for each element of Fire, Frost and Shock to do 25 points of damage.
Burns for 10 points, and when killing undead, a chance to cause a fiery explosion that turns or destroys nearby undead.
While blocking, creates a ward that protects against spells for up to 50 points.
Restoration spells cost 25% less to cast.
Increases your Magicka by 62 points.
One-handed attacks do 40% more damage.
Block 40% more damage with your shield.
Increases your Health by 62 points.
Restoration spells cost 25% less to cast.
Increases your Stamina by 62 points.
Increases Fire Resistance by 37%.
Carrying capacity increased by 75 points.; Increases your Stamina by 20 points.
One-handed attacks do 40% more damage.
Increases Magic Resistance by 20%.
One-handed attacks do 40% more damage.
Increases Magic Resistance by 20%.
Powers
Your Nord blood gives you 50% resistance to Frost.
Targets flee for 30 seconds.
Your Nord blood improves your resistance to cold environments by 25 points.
All combat skills increase 20% faster.
Health and Stamina regenerate 25% faster.
Healing spells cure 10% more.
Dragons do 25% less melee damage.
You stagger 25% less and foes stagger 25% more.
Instantly absorb 100 points of Health from the target.
Increases Magic Resistance by 15%.
Your Unrelenting Force shout does more damage and using all three words may disintegrate enemies.
Combat skills are all 10% more effective.
You take half damage for 30 seconds from all physical attacks and most magical attacks.
Fully restores your Health, Magicka, and Stamina.
Summons a spectral drum that plays for 300 seconds, improving Stamina Regen for you and nearby allies.
Do 10% more damage to and get 10% better prices from people of the opposite sex.
Shouts
Your Thu'um enchants your nearby allies' weapons, allowing them to attack faster.
The valiant of Sovngarde hear your Voice, and journey beyond space and time to lend aid.
Shout defies steel, as you rip the weapon from an opponent's grasp.
Once a day, take on the mighty aspect of a dragon, delivering colossal blows, with an armored hide, and more powerful shouts.
Your Voice lashes out at a dragon's very soul, forcing the beast to land.
Coax both magical and mortal energies from your hapless opponent.
The Thu'um imbues your arms with the speed of wind, allowing for faster weapon strikes.
Speak, and let your Voice herald doom, as an opponent's armor and lifeforce are weakened.
Shout at time, and command it to obey, as the world around you stands still.
Odahviing! Hear my Voice and come forth. I summon you in my time of need.
Durnehviir! Hear my Voice and come forth from the Soul Cairn. I summon you in my time of need.
Your Voice is raw power, pushing aside anything - or anyone - who stands in your path.
The Thu'um rushes forward, carrying you in its wake with the speed of a tempest.
Consumables
Potions, food and drink you find or buy. Their buffs are counted into your stats.
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