The final main quest in Skyrim's primary storyline is Dragonslayer.
This climactic quest serves as the culmination of the Dovahkiin's journey, bringing an end to the overarching dragon threat that plagues Tamriel. The main quest line itself is a sprawling narrative that guides players through a series of significant events, ultimately revealing their destiny as the Dragonborn.
Understanding the Main Questline
Skyrim's main quest line is intricately designed to immerse players in the unfolding mystery of the dragons' return and their crucial role in stopping it. Throughout this epic journey, players delve into their heritage as the Dovahkiin, or Dragonborn, a mortal with the soul of a dragon, capable of wielding the Thu'um, or Dragon Shout.
The primary objective of these quests is to discover why dragons have returned to the world and to find an effective way to respond to this ancient threat. The entire main storyline comprises a specific number of quests that lead directly to the final confrontation.
| Questline Component | Number of Quests | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Required Quests | Seventeen | These quests are essential to progress the primary narrative, guiding the player through the discovery of their Dragonborn heritage, the reasons behind the dragon resurgence, and the means to combat it. |
| Optional Quests | Three | While not mandatory for completing the main story, these quests offer additional context, lore, and can enhance the overall experience, often intertwining with the main plot points. |
| Final Main Quest | One | Dragonslayer is the definitive concluding quest of the main storyline, where the Dovahkiin faces the ultimate challenge to resolve the dragon threat and fulfill their destiny. |
By completing "Dragonslayer," players fulfill their destiny and provide a resolution to the central conflict of the game's original story, securing Skyrim's future against the dragon menace.
