Skyrim Anniversary Edition Sneak Peek: Farming, Goldbrand, Bittercup and More!

Skyrim Anniversary Edition Sneak Peek: Farming, Goldbrand, Bittercup and More!

Bethesda Game Studios profile pictureBy Bethesda Game Studios
November 5, 2021

Aid a captured Redguard, maintain a farm, claim the fabled Goldbrand sword and more in this showcase of upcoming content!

We have several brand new creations arriving with the release of Skyrim Anniversary Edition, and this article summarizes six of them. All creations, both old and new, are scattered across the lands of Skyrim - seek these out yourself or wait until you run into them during your other travels. Prepare for a journey or allow yourself to be surprised, it’s up to you!

For an opportunity to chat with other fans and check out high res copies of these screenshots, join the official Bethesda Game Studios Discord and pop into the #skyrim-creations channel and #content-news channels!

Redguard Elite Armaments

Connect with a network of Redguard agents known as the Remnants and help them recover one of their own from the Thalmor. Includes a brand-new set of light armor plus two new weapons such as the legendary Yokudan sword Boneshaver! Created by ElleH and Jose McCallum “Shoeburglar.” (The “Interception” quest starts by talking to Azadi in Shor’s Stone far north of Riften.)

SKY10 Redguard in-body

Staves

This creation features seven classic staves from The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind. Purchase staves with unique enchantments from Master Neloth or buy an unenchanted staff and apply one yourself! (Items appear at vendors and in chests.)

SKY10 Staves in-body

Nchuanthumz: Dwarven Home

Operate the downstairs Manufactory and build automatons to restore this cavernous home to its original luster. Once rebuilt, its spacious halls make it the perfect residence for any fan of Dwemer architecture and engineering. Creation by Flenarn and Arthmoor. (The quest starts by reading "Seeks-Ancient-Artifacts' Journal, Volume 1” in the Frozen Hearth in Winterhold.)

SKY10 Dwarven in-body

Goldbrand

The legendary katana Goldbrand has been wielded by those who have turned the pages of history. Now, this weapon has returned to Skyrim at the resting place of one such hero. Discover the ancient tomb and be the one to write its next chapter. (The “A Matter of Pride” quest starts by finding Eranya in the Sacellum of Boethiah west of Windhelm.)

SKY10 Goldbrand in-body

Farming

Build, upgrade and manage your own farmstead in the heart of Whiterun. Elect a steward to oversee its day-to-day operation and purchase upgrades such as animal pens, windmills, apiaries and stables. Whether it's building a commercial empire, growing crops or working with animals, there are no shortage of gameplay options here. Created by Virginia “Steelfeathers” Smith. (The “The Unquiet Dead” quest starts by investigating Goldenhills Plantation, east of Rorikstead.)

SKY10 Farming in-body

Bittercup

In the forests of Falkreath lies a mysterious altar promising the gift of a single boon. Walk the path that reflects your desire (or lack thereof) and embark on a unique adventure based on that choice. Discover the fabled Bittercup and three separate quests! Quests by Kris Takahashi. (The “A Dying Wish” quest starts by reading Mysterious Altar at Dead Man’s Drink in Falkreath.)

SKY10 Bittercup in-body

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