Skyrim - The Two Unexplained Dragons - Elder Scrolls Lore

Summary

In this intriguing exploration of 'Skyrim,' Michael Wong delves into the mysteries surrounding two enigmatic dragons: the Skeletal Dragon of Labyrinthian and the enigmatic Wolf Uriel. He theorizes on their origins, existence within the game, and the possible involvement of ancient Nords, the Dragon Cult, and powerful mages like Shall A'Dor. The video invites viewers to join in unraveling these dragons' secrets and share their own theories on these unsolved puzzles of the Skyrim universe.

Takeaways

• 🐉 The script discusses two unexplained dragons in the game 'Skyrim', focusing on their mysterious origins and behaviors.
• 🦴 The first dragon, the skeletal dragon, is found in Labyrinthian and is unique for being a menacing, fleshless creature that can still use dragon shouts.
• 🔥 The skeletal dragon is weak to fire damage and has a fast health regeneration outside of combat, suggesting it's not as formidable as it appears.
• 🤔 The origins of the skeletal dragon are theorized to be connected to ancient Nords, the Dragon Cult, or the powerful mage Shall Aier, who may have reanimated it as a challenge for aspiring Archmages.
• 🐉 The second dragon, Wolf Uriel, is found in Black Reach and is known for its dramatic entrance and the mystery of how it ended up in such an inaccessible location.
• 🔍 Wolf Uriel's presence in Black Reach is speculated to be due to natural disasters, Dwemer involvement, or even its own choice to hide from the surface world.
• 🔥 Wolf Uriel is described as an ancient dragon with low damage output but is still a formidable opponent due to its level and health.
• 🏰 The script delves into the history of Skyrim, mentioning the Dragon Wars and the Dragon Cult's influence on ancient Nord society.
• 🕋 The Dwemer's history in Black Reach is explored, including their mining of aetherium and the civil war that led to their downfall.
• 🧙‍♂️ Theories about the dragons involve ancient magic, the powers of the Dwemer, and the possibility of the dragons being trapped or hidden for various reasons.
• 🎮 The script invites viewers to share their own theories about the dragons, emphasizing the open-ended nature of these 'Skyrim' mysteries.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video script?

The main topic of the video script is the exploration and theorization of two unexplained dragons in the game Skyrim: the skeletal dragon and Wolfri Aur.

What is the significance of the dragons in Skyrim according to the script?

Dragons in Skyrim are significant as they are part of the game's lore and provide various challenges for players. Some dragons, like the skeletal dragon and Wolfri Aur, are unexplained and add a layer of mystery to the game.

What is the skeletal dragon's unique characteristic?

The skeletal dragon's unique characteristic is that it has no skin, flesh, muscles, or scales; it is composed entirely of bones. It also lacks a soul to absorb but can still use dragon shouts.

Why is the skeletal dragon considered weak to fire damage?

The skeletal dragon is considered weak to fire damage due to its composition of bones, which makes it vulnerable to the same element that can be used to cremate remains in real life.

What is the theory about the origin of the skeletal dragon in relation to ancient Nords and the Dragon Cult?

The theory suggests that the skeletal dragon could have been created by ancient Nord dragon priests or members of the Dragon Cult using their magical powers, during a time when dragons ruled over men in Skyrim.

Who is Shall Adoor and what is his connection to the skeletal dragon?

Shall Adoor is a powerful Nord wizard known for his mastery of arcane arts. The theory suggests that he might have used his magical talents to reanimate the skeletal dragon as a challenge for potential Archmages in his testing labyrinth.

What is the name of the second unexplained dragon mentioned in the script?

The second unexplained dragon mentioned in the script is Wolfri Aur.

What does Wolfri Aur's name translate to in the dragon tongue?

Wolfri Aur's name translates to 'dark overlord fire' in the dragon tongue.

Why is Wolfri Aur's presence in Blackreach a mystery?

Wolfri Aur's presence in Blackreach is a mystery because the location is hard to access, and it's unclear how the dragon got there, why it is trapped, and what its purpose might be.

What is the Dwemer's connection to Blackreach and how could it relate to Wolfri Aur?

The Dwemer had colonized Blackreach during the first era, mining aetherium and building structures. It's possible that they were aware of Wolfri Aur, trapped him there, or used him as a guard, given their advanced knowledge and powers.

What are some of the speculations about Wolfri Aur's origins and purpose in Blackreach?

Speculations include Wolfri Aur being an outcast dragon, a conscious entity like Paarthurnax, a dragon used by the Dwemer to control the snow elves, or a dragon that was buried and later resurrected by Alduin.

Outlines

00:00

🐉 Skyrim's Mysterious Dragons: Unveiling the Skeletal Dragon

This paragraph delves into the enigmatic world of Skyrim's dragons, focusing on the skeletal dragon found in the Labyrinthian during the College of Winterhold questline. The dragon, devoid of flesh and with only bones, is a formidable adversary accompanied by skeletons. It possesses the ability to use dragon shouts despite lacking a soul, and its unique characteristics raise questions about its origins and the mystery of its resurrection. Theories suggest that either an ancient dragon cult or a powerful mage like Shall A'Dor could be responsible for its existence, tying into the historical context of dragons ruling over men in Skyrim.

05:00

🔥 The Riddle of Wolf Ural: An Ancient Dragon in Black Reach

The second paragraph explores the mystery surrounding Wolf Ural, an ancient dragon that appears unexpectedly in Black Reach. With a unique name translating to 'dark overlord fire' and a distinctive appearance, Wolf Ural is a formidable foe for adventurers. The dragon's presence in Black Reach, a location known for Dwemer occupation and the mining of aetherium, adds to the intrigue. Speculations range from the dragon being a remnant of the Merethic era to it being trapped by Dwemer magic or even used as a guardian. The paragraph also touches upon the possibility of the Dwemer using the dragon to control the Falmer, adding layers to the enigma of Wolf Ural's existence.

10:01

🤔 The Theories and Speculations on Skyrim's Unexplained Dragons

In the final paragraph, the host, Michael Wong, invites viewers to engage with the theories presented about the skeletal dragon and Wolf Ural. He acknowledges the enduring mystery of these dragons' origins and motives, encouraging viewers to share their own conspiracy theories. The paragraph wraps up the discussion on the unexplained dragons of Skyrim, leaving the audience with a sense of curiosity and a desire to further explore the game's lore.

Keywords

💡Skyrim

Skyrim is a popular open-world fantasy video game developed by Bethesda Game Studios. It is the setting for this video, where the script discusses various dragons found within the game's universe. The game is known for its expansive world, rich lore, and diverse creatures, including dragons, which are central to the video's theme.

💡Daedra

Daedra are supernatural beings in the Elder Scrolls series, which includes the game Skyrim. They are often depicted as powerful, otherworldly entities with various forms, including the tentacled monstrosities mentioned in the script. Daedra are significant in the game's lore and can be encountered by players in different capacities, including as adversaries.

💡Dragons

Dragons in Skyrim are magical creatures that players can encounter and battle. They are a key part of the game's lore and gameplay, with some dragons having unique abilities or stories. The script delves into the mysteries surrounding certain dragons, making them a central concept in the video.

💡Skeletal Dragon

The Skeletal Dragon is a specific type of dragon found in the game, encountered in the Labyrinthian during the College of Winterhold storyline. It is unique due to its skeletal appearance, lacking flesh and scales, and its inability to fly. The script discusses theories about the origin and nature of this dragon, making it a key element of the video's exploration.

💡Labyrinthian

Labyrinthian is a location in Skyrim, a maze-like dungeon that was once a temple to worship dragons during the Merethic Era. It is the site where the Skeletal Dragon is found. The script uses Labyrinthian as a backdrop to explore the history and mystery surrounding the Skeletal Dragon.

💡Dragon Shouts

Dragon Shouts, also known as Thu'um, are powerful vocal abilities that dragons and the Dragonborn in Skyrim possess. They can be used for various effects, such as unleashing elemental attacks or manipulating the environment. The script mentions that the Skeletal Dragon can still use Dragon Shouts despite lacking a soul, which is an intriguing aspect of its nature.

💡Archmage Shall Aier

Archmage Shall Aier is a legendary figure in the Elder Scrolls universe, known for his immense magical power and achievements. The script suggests that he might have been involved in the creation of the Skeletal Dragon, adding a layer of mystery and historical depth to the video's narrative.

💡Wolf Uriel

Wolf Uriel is another dragon mentioned in the script, found in the Black Reach. It is described as an ancient dragon with a unique appearance and behavior. The script speculates on how and why this dragon ended up in such a remote and inaccessible location, making it a focal point of the video's investigation.

💡Black Reach

Black Reach is an underground region in Skyrim, originally colonized by the Dwemer, an ancient and advanced race. It is filled with their ruins and automatons. The script discusses the mystery of Wolf Uriel's presence in Black Reach, suggesting various theories about its history and purpose.

💡Dwemer

The Dwemer, also known as the Deep Elves, are a long-extinct race in the Elder Scrolls universe. They were known for their technological and architectural prowess. The script explores the possibility that the Dwemer might have had some involvement with Wolf Uriel, adding to the enigma of the dragon's presence in Black Reach.

💡Aetherium

Aetherium is a magical mineral in the Elder Scrolls series, highly valued for its power. The script mentions that the Dwemer mined aetherium in Black Reach, which could potentially be linked to the presence of the dragons discussed in the video, suggesting a deeper connection between the ancient race and the mysterious creatures.

Highlights

Exploration of unexplained dragons in Skyrim, focusing on the skeletal dragon and Wolf Uriel.

The Skeletal Dragon is found in the Labyrinthian, lacking skin and flesh but retaining its ability to use dragon shouts.

Skeletal Dragon's weakness to fire damage and its unique characteristic of rapid health regeneration outside combat.

Theories on the origin of the Skeletal Dragon, including ancient Nord worship and the Dragon Cult's influence.

Archmage Shall A'kure's potential role in the creation of the Skeletal Dragon using ancient magic.

The mystery of Wolf Uriel's presence in Black Reach and the challenges of accessing this location.

Wolf Uriel's unique characteristics, such as remaining on the ground during combat and his low damage output.

Speculations on Wolf Uriel's history, including the possibility of being trapped in Black Reach since the Merethic Era.

The Dwemer's colonization of Black Reach and their potential interaction with Wolf Uriel.

Theories on the Dwemer using Wolf Uriel as a guard for their Aetherium mining operations.

Discussion on the complexity of the Dwemer's magical capabilities and their potential control over Wolf Uriel.

Consideration of the Falmer's transformation and the role Wolf Uriel may have played in their history.

The possibility of Wolf Uriel being an outcast dragon or having a conscious choice to isolate himself.

Alduin's potential involvement in Wolf Uriel's presence in Black Reach through remote resurrection.

Invitation for viewers to share their theories on the unexplained dragons and their impact on Skyrim's lore.

Conclusion of the video with a reminder of the ongoing mystery surrounding the unexplained dragons.

Transcripts

throughout the lands of Skyrim you will

find a variety of different enemies to

battle from tentacle filled Daedra

monstrosity to gigantic spectral mud

crabs while encounters with such

opponents may leave you impressed it's

often the sensational dragon battles

that leave you truly awestruck no not

the pesky random dragons who show up in

windhelm to ruin your day but the epic

ones like derp nevere oda ving out Irwin

and Sarita which is the one from

Apocrypha the overwhelming majority of

dragons in Skyrim are quite clearly

explained by the law in the game other

dragons however are not covered in such

detail and while they are in the games

and are definitely considered law

friendly we don't exactly know either a

who they are and or be how they got

themselves to where we find them what's

going on ladies and gentlemen my name is

Michael and welcome to fudge Muppet

today I'm going to be taking you deep

into the Underground's of Skyrim to

uncover and theorize on two of the

fruitiest dragons do note that there

will be some Skyrim spoilers in this

video with that said let's get exploring

and speculate on these dragons to make

sure you let us know what you think

about each one in the comments section

we always love a good theory unexplained

skyrim dragon at number one the skeletal

dragon while completing the college of

winterhold storyline you will be sent to

get the staff of magnus from a location

known as labyrinthian after delving

through these ancient ruins you will

come to a small path of the gate you

open the gate and move past it strolling

into a massive opening where you end up

face to face with one seriously menacing

opponent a skeletal dragon this is the

happy Halloween equivalent of a normal

dragon and it's even accompanied by a

large group of spooky scary skeletons

too as you can see it has no skin flesh

muscles or scales of any kind it's all

just bone if you kill this dragon you

can acquire a large amount of dragon

bones from it it also does not fly but

with a no sky in sight I don't think

you're really too worried about whether

or not it can take off although if you

do try to test it out by using the bend

will shout the answer is no you cannot

mount it very interestingly this dragon

has no soul to absorb but can still use

its dragon shouts throwing fire breath

frost breath and unrelenting force at

you as you try to take it out now by no

means is this skeletal dragon as strong

as he looks

weak to fire damage and

not boasting the best stats he's about

as easy to defeat as a standard brown

dragon although not being a normal Dover

illusion spells will actually affect him

if you have the master of the mind perk

his health does regenerate 20 times

faster than normal

outside combat both so definitely don't

run away or you'll find him fully healed

but that all said where the hell did

this guardian of the labyrinthian come

from it's not really explained how

there's a full-on undead dragon in these

ruins and how was he resurrected without

assault and where is his soul did a

dragon born absorb it long ago

and why is it one of the few dragons

that will appear even if you haven't

done the dragon Rising quest based on

this plus the fact that it's hidden deep

in these ruins I'm assuming alduin

didn't resurrect this bad boy we've also

seen how to win resurrect dragons before

like the one at coins growth and it

crawled out as a skeleton but then it

had the rest of its flesh materialized

on to its body we also know that when we

kill a dragon

take it soul and use a reanimation spell

on it it doesn't work so this can't be

the work of a standard necromancer in

fact a dragon can glitch out and fly

across the map if you shoot its remains

with a necromancy spell which is just

awesome

so this dragon is only a skeleton has no

soul likely wasn't resurrected by adwin

or standard necromancy is found deep in

ruins which dragons couldn't access

nowadays and still has the power of

using its dragon shouts how does this

even make sense it really is an

unexplained dragon but we can always

make an educated guess if we look into

the law of the location of labyrinthian

we find out that there used to be a

great city here the ruins you see today

were once constructed by ancient Nords

as a kind of temple to worship dragons

all the way back in the maratha era for

those of you who forget this is even

earlier than the first era and at this

time dragons actually ruled over Skyrim

the Dragons had wanted to rule over men

who had arrived in Tamriel from it Laura

and so they created an elite cult of

devout followers known as the dragon

cult together they demanded tribute from

the rest of the population of men

members of the court were given extreme

magical powers by the Dragons giving

them much control over their

civilization leading to the creation of

laws which aimed to keep a society

involving both dragons and men from

falling apart obviously this society

heavily favored the Dragons and of the

select few cultists who became their

servants anyway

while this dragon coat grew to

extraordinary levels of power the great

city known as brahmana was built at the

location of the labyrinthian it is said

that this was the capital city of Skyrim

at the time and the highest-ranking

dragon priests supposedly met here to

discuss important matters regarding the

governance of their citizens or slaves

really anyways eventually the men

rebelled the dragon wars went down and

the city of brahmana fell into ruins the

dragon court was defeated and mostly

exterminated some powerful priests

however managed to reach a little egg

form escaping death and you find them in

many ancient tombs throughout Skyrim but

why is this all relevant well

more acai is one of these ancient dragon

priests and you can find him in the

labyrinthian with the staff of magnus in

the law more acai is meant to be super

powerful and there's definitely a chance

he could have used his ancient magic and

powers gifted by dragons to create the

skeletal dragon alternatively it could

have just been done by other members of

the dragon cult before his collapse that

is the first theory but there's also

another one which I find more believable

so after the muriatic era had passed and

the Elder Scrolls universe moved into

the first era along came a powerful nord

wizard known as shall adore this guy was

a ridiculously powerful Archmage capable

of magical acts that most talented mages

still struggle to explain it is said he

fought solo against the legions of

Dwemer from clan rockin built the city

of Winterhold with a whispered spell and

even stole this secret of life itself

from akatosh it's hard to say which of

this is legend and which is truth but we

do know shall adorn was certainly gifted

in the arcane arts so the second theory

regarding the skeletal dragon is that it

was actually formed with dragon bones

found by Archmage shall adorn himself

you see shall door actually built the

labyrinth which later became known as of

the labyrinthian deep inside the ruins

of Brahm jana it basically turned into a

testing ground for potential Archmage's

and if they could make it through alive

they passed the test it is even said

that shallow doors maze was built to

hide this so-called secret of life that

he stole anyways the labyrinthian isn't

used to test mages anymore because it's

extremely dangerous and considered

unethical by the times of Skyrim the

secrets of navigating it were also kept

secret by successful Archmage's

so then we asked could shall adore have

used his magical talents to reanimate

this

kind of skeletal dragon making it one of

the many challenges to face for

potential Archmage's in his talent

testing labyrinth absolutely we don't

know for sure and there are some

questions that will probably always be

left unanswered but there's a very good

chance this is the case surely having

this secret of life from akatosh could

help to half bring a dragon back from

its demise before we move on to the

second unexplained dragon I do want to

acknowledge that

another undead dragon exists and that is

Donna V however unlike the skeletal

dragon Donna V is explained fully his

desire to learn necromancy led him to

the ideal masters and they tricked him

into guarding the sole cane for eternity

but now let's move on to the second

unexplained dragon in Skyrim and this

one is definitely a favorite among fudge

Muppet fans introducing the mystery of

wolf Uriel a dragon who makes an

unexpected and spectacular entrance in

black reach if you use the unrelenting

force shout on the orb above the debate

hall this dragon will fly through the

caverns and around the Dwemer buildings

breathing fire through the air before

landing on the ground what's really cool

is that his name actually translates to

dark overlord fire in the dragon tongue

and fire breath is the only shout he'll

use luckily whew this dragon will

actually remain on the ground outside

the Dwemer structure for the entire

fight choosing not to fly at all but

there's the probably knew it could end

up glitchy if he had the freedom to fly

through this sometimes tight areas of

black reach with brilliant black and

beige patterns on his tail and wings and

a metallic bronze coat of scales Luthor

Yeol is meant to be an ancient dragon

however he has a very low output of

damage when it comes to both his bites

and his fire breath he also just drops

basic dragon loot that said do not

underestimate this beast he's a level 50

dragon with a set health of a 3071

meaning that if you're an endgame

character you won't have a problem but

if you're under level 20 it's going to

be a very tough exchange anyways the

question with this unexplained dragon is

how unearned did it end up in black

reach what is it doing here and why is

it stuck in black reach I find this very

mysterious and strange based on the fact

that the location is so hard to access

it's not like Wolfer y'all used an

attunement sphere and crawled down the

small stairwell beneath the dwama

mechanism that lets you into black reach

in fact these spheres were used in

multiple trauma strongholds to unlock

the

into black reach all connected to this

massive underground place we also know

that there are those massive great lifts

which you can only open from the inside

which take you in and out of black reach

the great lift that mizzen cha left is a

prime example but I'm pretty damn sure a

dragon even if it could open it from the

outside didn't open a gate creme itself

into a lift pull the lever and then

proceeded to somehow weave its way

through the Dwemer corridors doors

passed lemma traps and automatons and

into black reach dragons are meant to be

wise to and getting stuck in black reach

doesn't sound too smart to me then again

even if Wolfer yo is here on purpose we

can only speculate as to why perhaps he

has been around since the muriatic era

when dragons ruled Skyrim but the men

rebelled overthrowing them he could have

fled to black reach to hide through an

entrance that is no longer there the

maratha era was thousands of years

before Skyrim and this is plenty of time

for earthquakes and avalanches to happen

for climates to naturally change and as

a result change up the surface of the

province well fer y'all could have fled

down through a larger entrance into

black reach but then after a natural

disaster he was trapped down there never

able to reach the surface again

alternatively some extremely powerful

nord magic users could have found a way

to trap him there

dragons actually don't have to eat so

it's not like that would be an issue for

him and they don't die of old age either

which explains how he's still around

keep in mind that there's no record of

his name in the Atlas of dragons either

it's anyone's guess how this dragon

ended up in black reach but it's the

Dwemer occupation of black reach that

makes this situation even more confusing

you see black reach may be filled with

Falmer chorus and quite frankly the

death of many skyrim players now but

originally the Dwemer had successfully

colonized it back in the first era they

built roads and installed automaton

guards crafted buildings and created

devices like the one used to transfer

knowledge of an older scroll onto a

lexicon one important task was the

mining of aetherium a raw mineral of

magical power that they found a great

use in they found huge amounts of it

sometime after the 220 first year of the

first era for Dwemer cities formed an

alliance in order to research aetherium

and develop new technologies from it

each city had a different role and

specialization and of the city of the

theft while not one of these four cities

was used as the place where the etherium

forge was built here the Dwemer could

use a theory

and their advanced knowledge of smithing

to craft some of the most powerful items

you might remember this epic place from

the loss to the ages quest all was well

and the Alliance brought all the Dwemer

involved great success but eventually

the cities all started to grasp for more

control wanting the etherium for

themselves this led to a civil war

called the etherium wast which

ultimately weakened the Dwemer empire

until it crumbled under the forces of

high king Geller of skyrim later on the

Dwemer of skyrim would recover but the

point i'm making with this bit of law is

that the Dwemer could have easily been

in black reach when wolferl was in there

again there's the possibility that he

could have just been a dragon that

no-one ever killed or discovered and

then he somehow became trapped down in

black reach after the Dwemer disappeared

but I think there's a good chance he was

down there at the same time now if the

Dwemer knew about the dragon or somehow

trapped him down there in the first

place perhaps they even used him as a

guard anything like this is possible

when it comes to the powers and

knowledge of the Dwemer

they have tonal architecture which is

essentially overpowered physics breaking

magic that isn't even classified as

magic

maybe the dragon was used by the Dwemer

to keep the snow elves who eventually

degraded into the foul ma in line

remember his name translation of dark

overlord

fire and for those of you who don't know

during the first era the snow elves were

forced into seeking refuge with the

Dwemer who fed them a toxic fungus which

eventually turned them blind and slowly

into the hideous Falmer the Dwemer could

have made this dragon agree to watch

over the slaves either by force or by

striking a deal to conceal him from the

surface world I'd love to hear what you

think in the comments below

it really is baffling how this dragon

got here maybe he was always an outcast

among the other dragons or maybe he was

conscious of his nature like Paarthurnax

but then chose to trap himself

underground on purpose to prevent his

aggressive tendencies from causing harm

maybe the dwama found him there and just

used magic to put him to sleep

and the only way to awaken him was by

using a dragon shout on that special orb

there's also the theory that he was

buried down there for whatever reason

and then Alduin resurrected him remotely

but I'm not too sure on that one anyways

let me know what you think has he been

here since creation or is something else

at work perhaps you'll come up with a

theory of him and trying to help the

Falmer retake the surface world let

loose your best conspiracy theories and

that wraps up this fruity Skyrim piece

on the two unexplained dragons in Skyrim

I hope you

didn't expect me to fully explain and

unravel their secrets because the

origins and motives are a mystery to

this day thank you so much for watching

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Michael Wong I look forward to nerding

out with you again very soon