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Complete Guide to the Skyrim Quest: Pieces of the Past

Introduction

"Pieces of the Past" is a quest in the popular action RPG Skyrim that involves the pursuit of the elusive Mehrunes' Razor, a powerful Daedric artifact. In this detailed walkthrough, we will guide you step by step through the entire quest, from initiation to completion, ensuring you gather all necessary items and maximize your experience along the way.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Starting the Quest

   • Begin by visiting the Pale Pass in the Lower District of Windhelm.
     • Speak to Grelod the Kind at the Honorhall Orphanage (you can often start this quest by speaking to anyone in Windhelm—sometimes passersby mention it).
     • You can also initiate the quest from Silus Vesuius, who can be found in his home in Dawnstar, after you have reached level 20.

2. Travel to Silus Vesuius’s Home

   • Head to Dawnstar and locate the home (it’s the one with a strange exterior).
     • Once inside, after a brief dialogue, you will learn about the Ring of Hircine, which is the key to pieces of the quest.
     • Choose to discuss your interest in the Mehrunes' Razor, this starts the quest officially.

3. Collect the Three Fragments

   • Your next step is to gather the three fragments of Mehrunes' Razor; they are located at three different sites.

   • The first fragment - Alduin’s Wall**

     • The first location is Sunderstone Gorge.
       • To get there, head southwest from Dawnstar.
       • Upon arriving, you will face multiple enemies including frostbite spiders.
       • Make your way through the gorge, defeat the enemies, and collect the fragment.

   • The second fragment - Nightcaller Temple**

     • Next, travel to Nightcaller Temple, which is situated east of Dawnstar.
       • Here, you will encounter vampires and other enemies.
       • Once you fight your way through, locate the second fragment deep inside the temple.

   • The third fragment - The Abandoned Cave**

     • Finally, head to the Abandoned Cave which lies just south of Riften.
       • Upon entering, you will face a series of tougher enemies before reaching the area with the final fragment.
       • Make sure to handle the traps efficiently to avoid health loss.

4. Return to Silus Vesuius

   • With all three fragments in hand, head back to Silus's home in Dawnstar.
     • Engage in a dialogue to complete the quest where you learn more about Mehrunes Dagon's motives.
     • Prepare for the final encounter as you will soon be facing the spirit of Mhrune’s Razory.

5. Fight the Guardian of the Razor

   • Silus will reveal that the spirit of the Razor must be defeated.
     • This fight takes place in a separate realm accessible via a portal.
       • After entering, prepare for a challenging fight against the spirit guardian.
       • Be sure to use potions or spells to stay healed and buff your damage during the fight.

6. Claiming Mehrunes' Razor

   • Once the guardian is subdued, you will retrieve Mehrunes' Razor.
     • There will be an option to keep the dagger or use it as a token of your victory.
     • Ensure to loot any additional items or gold from the area before exiting back into Skyrim.

7. Returning to the Material World

   • Leave the realm through the portal, returning to Silus’s home to alert him of your victory.
     • Choose your dialogue options wisely; he may reward you further with additional items or treasures.

Conclusion

Completing "Pieces of the Past" provides a thrilling experience that not only nets you the powerful Mehrunes' Razor but also enhances your understanding of the lore surrounding Daedric artifacts. Make sure to explore each location thoroughly and engage in conversations with NPCs to discover even more about the game’s rich narrative. Happy questing, and may your adventures in Skyrim be filled with glory!