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Mastering The Way of the Voice: A Detailed Skyrim Quest Walkthrough
Introduction
"The Way of the Voice" is a pivotal quest in Skyrim that takes players on a journey to learn the powerful Thu'um (dragon shouts) used by the ancient Nord heroes. This quest is part of the main storyline and plays a significant role in unlocking your character's potential as the Dragonborn. In this guide, we will go through each step in detail to ensure you can complete the quest successfully.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
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Starting the Quest
- Begin your journey by speaking with Arngeir at High Hrothgar on the Throat of the World. To reach High Hrothgar, you will need to climb the 7,000 steps leading up the mountain.
- Follow the path to the steps, where you might encounter some hostile creatures or NPCs along the way. Stay alert!
- Once at the top, enter High Hrothgar and approach Arngeir.
- Begin your journey by speaking with Arngeir at High Hrothgar on the Throat of the World. To reach High Hrothgar, you will need to climb the 7,000 steps leading up the mountain.
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The First Lesson
- After a conversation introducing you to the Greybeards, you will receive your first lesson about the power of the Voice.
- Arngeir will teach you the first Word of Power: "Fus" which means "Force."
- To practice, step up to the large stone mural and absorb the power.
- Use the shout to practice by shouting at the wall. This will familiarize you with the mechanics of Thu'um.
- After a conversation introducing you to the Greybeards, you will receive your first lesson about the power of the Voice.
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Learning the Second Word
- After completing the practice, you will be tasked with learning another Word of Power.
- Arngeir will instruct you to find the second Word located at the "Trollskogen" cave near Ivarstead.
- Travel to Ivarstead and prepare for combat; trolls are guarding the area.
- Access the cave and defeat the troll to claim the Word of Power: "Ro" which means "Balance".
- After completing the practice, you will be tasked with learning another Word of Power.
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The Final Lesson
- Return to High Hrothgar for the final lesson. Here, you will learn the last Word.
- Arngeir will instruct you on the importance of voice control and how to harness the power of the shouts.
- Use the training area to ignite a few test dummies to practice your new combo shout: "Fus Ro".
- After mastering this, Arngeir will give you a final test - demonstrate your learned shouts by breaking a target.
- Return to High Hrothgar for the final lesson. Here, you will learn the last Word.
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Completing the Quest
- After successfully demonstrating your shout, Arngeir will give you the final piece of wisdom regarding your identity as the Dragonborn.
- You will receive the Amulet of Talos as a gift from the Greybeards.
- The quest concludes after another conversation with Arngeir. He will expand on your destiny and what lies ahead.
- After successfully demonstrating your shout, Arngeir will give you the final piece of wisdom regarding your identity as the Dragonborn.
Conclusion
Completing "The Way of the Voice" quest is a significant milestone in Skyrim, allowing players to embrace the Dragonborn's full potential. Mastering the Thu'um is not just vital for advancing through the main story but also enhances your gameplay experience. Now you're equipped with newfound abilities that will aid you against the formidable foes of Skyrim. Enjoy your journey, Dragonborn!