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Ultimate Guide to Completing "From the Ashes" Quest in Skyrim

Introduction

"From the Ashes" is a significant quest in the Dawnguard DLC of Skyrim that allows players to rebuild Fort Dawnguard and play a pivotal role in the fight against the vampire menace. This guide will walk you through every step of the quest, ensuring you have all the necessary information to complete it successfully and unlock new abilities and features.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Starting the Quest *
  2. Make sure you have access to the Dawnguard DLC. *
  3. Speak to Isran at Fort Dawnguard after completing the initial quest, "Dawnguard." *

  4. Isran will mention the need to recruit new members for the Dawnguard, at which point the quest "From the Ashes" begins.

  5. Recruiting New Members *

  6. Locate Agmaer:
  7. Head to the small camp near the fort where Agmaer is located.
  8. Converse with him; he will express interest in joining the Dawnguard. *
  9. Finding Celann:
  10. Next, travel south of Fort Dawnguard to find Celann in the wilderness.

  11. Similar to Agmaer, talk to him and he will agree to join you after a brief conversation.

  12. Recruiting A Different Kind of Fighter *

  13. Seek Durak:
  14. Continue to Fort Dawnguard and locate Durak — he’s inside the fortress.
  15. He’ll provide insights on what the Dawnguard needs and refer you to the next recruit. *
  16. Encountering the Orc Blacksmith:
  17. After speaking with Durak, find Sorine Jurard, who is typically around the fort.

  18. She will inform you about the need for a blacksmith, telling you to find her father, who is at the nearby forge.

  19. Building Your Force *

  20. Encountering Gunmar:
  21. Head to the location marked on your map to find Gunmar, a former Dawnguard member.
  22. After a conversation and some convincing, Gunmar will agree to return and bring his skills to the organization. *
  23. Final Recruitment:
  24. Return to Fort Dawnguard, report back to Isran, and inform him you've gathered enough members.

  25. He will give you the green light to start constructing the fortress.

  26. Fort Dawnguard Construction *

  27. Gathering Materials:
  28. Speak with the new recruits regarding what resources they need.
  29. Collect supplies such as iron ingots, clay, and logs by looting or visiting nearby locations. *
  30. Building Upgrades:
  31. Once all materials are collected, interact with the workbenches and crafting stations around the fort.

  32. Complete individual construction tasks, including setting up living quarters for the members.

  33. Concluding the Quest *

  34. When everything is completed, report back to Isran again.
  35. He will express his happiness with the newly built fort and give you further insights into fort operations and future quests. *
  36. The quest "From the Ashes" will mark as completed in your journal, and new "Assembling the Dawnguard" quests will become available.

Conclusion

Completing "From the Ashes" not only helps you strengthen the Dawnguard but also enriches your experience with new characters and possibilities in Skyrim. By carefully following this step-by-step guide, you can ensure that you successfully recruit and build an effective fortified base to combat the vampire threat. Enjoy your adventures in Tamriel, and may the Dawnguard be ever vigilant!