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Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition Guide The Atlas Hold 6: Whiterun Hold

[6.36] Hillgrund's Tomb

[6.36] Hillgrund’s Tomb

Related Quests

  • Dungeon Quest: Ancestral Worship

Recommended Level: 6

Dungeon: Draugr Crypt

Dangers

  • Dart Trap (pressure plate)
  • Flail Trap (door)
  • Oil Pool Trap

Collectibles

  • Chest(s)
  • Potions
  • Loose gear

These small burial ruins are found along Whiterun’s eastern border, just west of the White River. The locals use this site as a burial ground for loved ones.

Exterior

Before entering the tomb, scale the rocky slope behind it and locate a hidden chest. Then enter the exterior enclosure and speak with a troubled man named Golldir. Agree to help Golldir confront a dangerous necromancer named Vals Veran within the crypt to gain a new quest. Golldir then unlocks the crypt’s door.

  • Chest (Locked: Expert)
  • Potion

Hillgrund’s Tomb (Interior)

Follow Golldir into the crypt. He will accompany you through here. Beware of the first trapped door in the entry passage, and ignite the oily floor behind the second door to help slay a mighty Draugr—or simply avoid the sleeping monster. Loot a web-covered chest on your way to a bloodsoaked chamber, where you discover the remains of Golldir’s poor aunt. Proceed through the west door and loot a chest that lies among the rubble. Sneak through the tight burial passages that follow to skirt pressure plates and avoid waking the resting Draugr.

Find another chest as you creep toward a Draugr-filled chamber. Pull a chain near a Bear glyph here to expose a secret passage, then go through and unlock an Apprentice-level door to access a treasure nook. Open the large north door to confront Vals Veran in a large chamber. Defeat the foul necromancer to avenge Golldir and obtain a key that opens the nearby door. Raid a chest and collect more plunder on your way out of this unholy place. Golldir will also give you a small reward, and if you speak with him after you exit the tomb, he will agree to be your Follower if you desire.

  • Danger! Oil Pool Trap, Flail Trap (door), Dart Trap (pressure plate)
  • Hillgrund’s Tomb Crypt Key (Vals Veran)
  • Chests (2)
  • Chest (Locked: Novice)
  • Chest (Locked: Adept)
  • Chest (Locked: Expert)
  • Apothecary’s Satchel
  • Potions
  • Loose gear