Complete Walkthrough for the Skyrim Quest: Blindsighted

Introduction

In "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim," the quest "Blindsighted" is an essential part of the Thieves Guild questline. This mission tasks you with retrieving a unique item known as the Eyes of the Falmer, while confronting various dangers within the depths of the Dwemer ruins. This guide will walk you through the quest step-by-step, ensuring that you navigate the challenges successfully and achieve your objectives.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

• Starting the Quest

  • Speak with Brynjolf in Riften at the Thieves Guild.
  • This will initiate the quest after the events of "The Pursuit."

• Traveling to the Ancient Dwemer City of Mzinchaleft

  • Leave Riften and head northwest towards the city of Mzinchaleft.
  • Be prepared for potential enemies as you travel.

• Entering Mzinchaleft

  • Locate the entrance to the ruins.
  • Prepare for combat, as there are enemies lurking inside.

• Navigating Through Mzinchaleft

  • As you enter, carefully search for tripwires and Dwemer automatons.
    • Use stealth to bypass or eliminate opponents when possible.
    • Make use of your Bow or Sneak skills for a greater tactical advantage.
  • Follow the linear path through the ruins while avoiding traps.

• Confronting Mercer Frey

  • Eventually, you will encounter Mercer Frey, your target.
  • Engage in dialogue where Mercer reveals more about his treachery.
    • Choose your dialogue options wisely to gather more information.
    • Be ready for combat if the dialogue escalates into a fight.

• Facing the Enemies Within

  • After Mercer presents himself, expect to be attacked by various enemies.
  • Use your surroundings to your advantage; engage enemies strategically.
    • Focus fire on one enemy at a time to reduce crowd control.
    • Use potion and spells as necessary to heal or restore magicka.

• Collecting the Eyes of the Falmer

  • Once you have defeated Mercer, search his body to obtain the Eyes of the Falmer.
  • Ensure to loot the area thoroughly for additional treasures and ingredients.

• Returning to the Thieves Guild

  • After collecting the items, exit Mzinchaleft and travel back to Riften.
  • Approach the Thieves Guild and report back to Brynjolf.
    • Share the findings with your guild mates and discuss what to do next.
    • Prepare for further missions and challenges that will arise in the questline.

• Completing the Quest

  • Upon delivering the quest items, the quest will officially complete.
  • Enjoy any rewards granted and reflect on the storyline that unfolds next.

Conclusion

Completing the "Blindsighted" quest is an integral part of the Thieves Guild storyline in Skyrim. It not only challenges your combat and stealth abilities but also deepens the narrative as you unravel the betrayal within your ranks. Follow this guide for a systematic approach and ensure a successful journey through Mzinchaleft. Prepare for future quests as the story evolves!