Complete Guide to Skyrim: The Blessings of Nature Quest

Introduction

In "The Blessings of Nature" quest in Skyrim, players are tasked with helping the disgraced deity of nature, Hircine, restore balance to the natural world. This quest involves travel, combat, and decision-making, making it a memorable part of the game. This guide will take you through each step to ensure you successfully complete this quest and reap the rewards it offers.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

• Start the Quest

  • • Go to the Guardians of the Rift, located southwest of Riverwood. This is where the quest begins.
    • Look for a woman named "Noble" who requests your help with the curse that plagues their land.

• Travel to the Nature Stone

  • • From the Guardians of the Rift, head southwest towards the Nature Stone.
    • This area will be marked on your map after speaking with Noble.

• Speak to the Wood Elf * * Upon arrival, you will find a Wood Elf named Mera. * Interact with her to learn that the Stone's blessings have been used for dark purposes and require cleansing.

• Defeat the Wild Animals * * As you progress, you will encounter angry animals in the vicinity. * Eliminate any wild creatures (including bears and wolves) that attack you. * This will help you secure safe passage for the next steps of the quest.

• Acquire the Nature Stone * * Find and approach the Nature Stone, an ancient alter dedicated to nature. * Interact with the stone to trigger the next stage of your quest. * You will need to perform a cleansing ritual. Follow the prompts to proceed.

• Collect the Items for the Ritual

  • • Gather the necessary items to complete the cleansing ritual. This includes:
    • • Essence of the Forest (purple flowers found around the stone)
      • Claw of a bear (loot from the bears you previously defeated)
      • Fresh Deer Meat (looted from fallen deer in the nearby forest)

• Return to Mera

  • • Once you have collected all the items, return to Mera at the Nature Stone.
    • She will instruct you to perform the cleansing ritual using the gathered items.

• Cleansing the Nature Stone

  • • After talking with Mera, approach the Nature Stone again.
    • Choose the option to perform the cleansing ritual, and present the items collected.
    • The stone will glow as the blessings are restored, and you will see a cutscene of nature being revitalized.

• Confront the Beast * * After the cleansing, be prepared to confront the major beast that was causing the imbalance in the area. * This creature will be hostile, and you must defeat it in combat to complete this part of the quest.

• Return to Noble

  • • After defeating the beast, return to Noble at the Guardians of the Rift.
    • Share the good news about the Nature Stone being cleansed.

• Quest Completion and Rewards

  • • After communicating with Noble, the quest will be marked as complete.
    • You will receive a reward, which could include various items or experience points.

Conclusion

Completing "The Blessings of Nature" quest in Skyrim not only enhances your character's experience but also enriches your understanding of the game’s intricate lore and ecosystems. You have now restored the balance of nature and contributed to the ongoing legacy of the nymph-like deities in the world of Tamriel. Embrace the rewards and continue your questing adventures!