Overview

Skyrim is under threat. The Vigilants of Stendarr are reeling after the massacre of their leaders and the burning of the sacred Hall of the Vigilant. Those who know tell of a force to the northwest, a brood of powerful night stalkers, and whisper of a prophecy called the Tyranny of the Sun that would bring perpetual darkness to the lands. Many ignore this peril out of fear or ignorance. But there is a small shaft of light in this eternal, damnable night: There is talk of the reformation of an ancient clan of vampire hunters—the Dawnguard—who will not cease until every one of the hated undead are driven from this land. Your adventuring takes you to the heart of both warring factions. But which one will you put a stake through?

This section reveals the sanctuaries and important characters from both the vampire and Dawnguard factions. After that, you will read up on the benefits of choosing to side with one over the other (which you must do during the course of the Dawnguard Main Quest), and we’ll cover all of the associated quests you can attempt. Who will you side with? Is it time to draw your crossbow or sharpen your fangs?