Blades:Artifacts

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An Artifact is a rare item with unique and powerful abilities. These special treasures can be identified by the Artifact label in the item's description. These potent pieces of equipment cannot be tempered, enchanted, or salvaged. Artifacts have a level threshold where they will start to appear and stop appearing after a certain point with an example being Bloodthirst stops dropping after level 15. Artifacts are organized into a table further down the page.

Artifacts have a chance to drop from chests as a bonus item for Gold tier and above. The chances per chest tier is as follows:

• Golden Chests: 0.1%
• Elder Chests: 1% (5% whenever quintupled)
• Legendary Chests: 5% (25% whenever quintupled)

If a chest draws a duplicate Artifact you already own, it will instead reward you with a random Legendary quality item.

Players can wait to open their chests until they have reached a higher level to try for Artifacts better suited for End Game content, with level 50 being the highest bracket. They may also wait for certain Celebrations, as some increase the Artifact drop rate depending on which is hosted.

For other special items that are not classified as Artifacts, look at the page here. Many of the artifacts in Blades have appeared in previous Elder Scrolls games and are listed here in detail.

Bloodthirst

Bloodthirst

Bloodthirst (Bloodthirst) (lore page)
Type		Versatile Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 6
Statistics
	84		(?)
	73.5		355
	000063756,375
Description
All foes fear Bloodthirst, the vampiric blade with an unquenchable appetite for blood, whose cuts fortify the one who wields it.
Effects
Restores Health by damage done, up to 2 points. If Health is full, repairs itself by 1 instead. Increases attack speed by 12%. Reduces target's maximum Health by 17.

Bloodthirst is an artifact with the appearance of a Tsaesci "blood drinker" longsword.

For more information, see the Bloodthirst article.

Chillrend

Chillrend

Chillrend (Chillrend) (lore page)
Type		Versatile Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 50
Statistics
	144		(?)
	126		434
	0006119561,195
Description
Cold as a Skyrim winter and just as deadly, Chillrend cleaves enemies with its enchanted icy blade, and is repaired when you take frost damage.
Effects
Does 57 frost damage to Health and Stamina. Frost damage is 15 points more effective at Freezing. Prolongs target's elemental conditions by 16%. Repairs itself by 5% of any frost damage suffered.

Chillrend is an artifact with an appearance similar to that of a glass longsword.

For more information, see the Chillrend article.

Chrysamere

Chrysamere

Chrysamere (Chrysamere) (lore page)
Type		Heavy Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 23
Statistics
	112.5		(?)
	101.25		410
	0001623416,234
Description
Behold Chrysamere, Sword of Heroes, the legendary blade wielded only by those it finds worthy...
Effects
+48 Fire resistance. Does 147 damage to Magicka. Restores Magicka by damage done, up to 10 points. +2 Health regeneration per second.

Chrysamere is an artifact whose reputation is further augmented by the heroes that wield it, hence why it is known as the Sword of Heroes.

For more information, see the Chrysamere article.

Dawnbreaker

Dawnbreaker

Dawnbreaker (Dawnbreaker) (lore page)
Type		Versatile Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 38
Statistics
	115.2		(?)
	100.8		346
	0003580935,809
Description
Born of the Daedric Prince Meridia and bathed in undying flames, the mighty sword Dawnbreaker inflicts fiery pain on all opponents... especially the undead.
Effects
Does 58 fire damage. Fire damage is 15 points more effective at setting On Fire. Elemental damage ignores 5 points of target's resistance. Does 20% more damage to Undead.

Dawnbreaker is a daedric artifact that specializes in incinerating undead.

For more information, see the Dawnbreaker article.

Dragon's Blight

Dragon's Blight

Dragon's Blight (DragonsBlight) (lore page)
Type		Heavy Cleaving Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 33
Statistics
	150		278
	129		496
	0002725827,258
Description
Legend has it that the Aedra themselves forged this devastating weapon at the end of the Merethic Era. The exact reason why has been lost to time...
Effects
Physical damage ignores 108 points of target's Armor Rating. Does 20% more damage to Dragons.

Dragon's Blight ^(?)

For more information, see the Dragon's Blight article.

Ebony Blade

Ebony Blade

Ebony Blade (EbonyBlade) (lore page)
Type		Heavy Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 33
Statistics
	135		(?)
	121.5		454
	0002725827,258
Description
A powerful artifact, the Ebony Blade is said to have been presented by the Daedric Prince Mephala to her most loyal followers, with one directive - kill as many people as possible.
Effects
Restores Health by damage done, up to 5 points. Prolongs target's spell cooldowns by 1 seconds.

Ebony Blade ^(?)

For more information, see the Ebony Blade article.

Ebony Mail

Ebony Mail

Ebony Mail (EbonyMail) (lore page)
Type		Cuirass Armor
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 28
Statistics
	214.2		453
	0001600216,002
Description
Said to be created by the Daedric Prince Boethia himself, the Ebony Mail continuously emits poisonous smoke during combat, affecting the wearer's opponents.
Effects
Increases poison damage by 9. Increases physical damage by 18 against targets suffering a condition. Does 10 poison damage per second. [[Blades:Black Green Smoke|]]

Ebony Mail ^(?)

For more information, see the Ebony Mail article.

Fork of Horripilation

Fork of Horripilation

Fork of Horripilation (ForkofHorripilation) (lore page)
Type		Light Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 13
Statistics
	63		(?)
	31.5		220
	000092409,240
Description
A cursed artifact created by the Daedric Prince Sheogorath, the Fork of Horripilation will inflict significant damage on enemies, but will prevent its wielder from regenerating magicka.
Effects
Increases combo damage by 19. [[Blades:Self Stop Magicka Regeneration|]]

Fork of Horripilation ^(?)

For more information, see the Fork of Horripilation article.

Guardian's Claymore

Guardian's Claymore

Guardian's Claymore (GuardiansClaymore)
Type		Heavy Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 13
Statistics
	105		(?)
	210		585
	000014001,400		000092409,240
Description
The silver-and-gold sword known as the Guardian's Claymore was bestowed on the first leader of the Dawnguard back in the Second Era, and is renowned for its ability to block attacks.
Effects
Target stunned by a blocked attack takes 18 extra damage while stunned. Increases physical damage by 9 while Health is critical. +9 Resistance to physical damage while Health is critical.

Guardian's Claymore ^(?)

For more information, see the Guardian's Claymore article.

Lord's Mail

Lord's Mail

Lord's Mail (LordsMail) (lore page)
Type		Cuirass Armor
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 50
Statistics
	279.72		497
	0004778747,787
Description
A unique suit of armor resistant to both spells and poison, the Lord's Mail was originally gifted to mortals by the goddess Kynareth herself.
Effects
+68 Poison resistance. +17 Spell resistance. +7 Health per second during combat. Target loses 7 Health per second.

Lord's Mail ^(?)

For more information, see the Lord's Mail article.

Mace of Molag Bal

Mace of Molag Bal

Mace of Molag Bal (MaceofMolagBal) (lore page)
Type		Versatile Bashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 18
Statistics
	90		(?)
	78.75		446
	0001270312,703
Description
Also known as the Vampire's Mace, this formidable Daedric artifact drains its victims of their endurance and Magicka.
Effects
Does 101 damage to Stamina. Does 101 damage to Magicka.

Mace of Molag Bal ^(?)

For more information, see the Mace of Molag Bal article.

Mehrunes' Razor

Mehrunes' Razor

Mehrunes' Razor (MehrunesRazor) (lore page)
Type		Light Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 33
Statistics
	85.5		(?)
	42.75		248
	0002725827,258
Description
Also known as "Kingslayer," the Ebony dagger called Mehrunes' Razor has a small chance of instantly killing its victim after a successful attack.
Effects
[[Blades:Instant Kill|]]

Mehrunes' Razor is an artifact that can only be found in chests. It is a light slashing weapon and thus similar to a dagger. The Instant Kill effect has a 1% chance to trigger, but only affects certain creature groups^{[verification needed — which groups?]}.

For more information, see the Mehrunes' Razor article.

Onyx Cleaver

Onyx Cleaver

Onyx Cleaver (OnyxCleaver)
Type		Heavy Cleaving Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 50
Statistics
	187.5		(?)
	168.75		626
	0006119561,195
Description
Said to be made from petrified shadows, the Onyx Cleaver both inflicts damage and causes fatigue on any opponent unfortunate enough to get hit by it.
Effects
Increases damage against blocking targets by 145.76. Improves main enchantment by 15% (applied). Reduces target's maximum Stamina by 51. Reduces target's Stamina regeneration by 20 per second for 5 seconds.

Onyx Cleaver ^(?)

For more information, see the Onyx Cleaver article.

Onyx Saber

Onyx Saber

Onyx Saber (OnyxSaber)
Type		Heavy Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 50
Statistics
	187.5		(?)
	168.75		626
	0006119561,195
Description
The wickedly designed Onyx Saber deals considerable damage, and also weakens an opponent's ability to replenish their magicka.
Effects
Increases damage against blocking targets by 145.76. Improves main enchantment by 15% (applied). Reduces target's maximum Magicka by 51. Reduces target's Magicka regeneration by 20 per second for 5 seconds.

Onyx Saber ^(?)

For more information, see the Onyx Saber article.

Pandemonium

Pandemonium

Pandemonium (Pandemonium)
Type		Shield
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 18
Statistics
	210		105
	405
	0001629916,299
Description
The powerful shield called Pandemonium is said to have been forged in a chaotic elemental plane where fire, ice, and lightning continually clash.
Effects
Does 40 fire damage on a blocked attack or Shield Bash. Does 34 frost damage to Health and Stamina on a blocked attack or Shield Bash. Does 34 shock damage to Health and Magicka on a blocked attack or Shield Bash.

Pandemonium ^(?)

For more information, see the Pandemonium article.

Rimelink

Rimelink

Rimelink (Rimelink) (lore page)
Type		Versatile Slashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 28
Statistics
	102		(?)
	89.25		340
	0001781017,810
Description
Those who wield Rimelink know they hold the power of frost itself in their hands, and laugh at attacks of ice or cold.
Effects
Increases frost damage by 7. Increases elemental damage by 7 while Health is critical. Does 8 frost damage per second to Health and Stamina.

Rimelink ^(?)

For more information, see the Rimelink article.

Ring of Namira

Ring of Namira

Ring of Namira (RingofNamira) (lore page)
Type		Ring Jewelry
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 13
Statistics
	000099699,969
Description
The dark hunger of Namira lives within her ring, feeding off of its wearer's victims and granting some of their health as a boon.
Effects
+75 Maximum Stamina. Increases maximum Health and Health regeneration for 5 minutes after a human, mer, beastfolk, or Dremora is killed.

Ring of Namira ^(?)

For more information, see the Ring of Namira article.

Rueful Axe

Rueful Axe

Rueful Axe (RuefulAxe) (lore page)
Type		Heavy Cleaving Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 18
Statistics
	112.5		(?)
	101.25		446
	0001270312,703
Description
Who knows what terrible pact was sealed when Clavicus Vile, the Prince of Bargains, created the Rueful Axe, a weapon that steals strength as it cuts and tears.
Effects
Does 128 damage to Stamina. Reduces target's maximum Health by 22. Does 20% more damage to Skeevers, Wolves, and Bears.

Rueful Axe ^(?)

For more information, see the Rueful Axe article.

Savior's Hide

Savior's Hide

Savior's Hide (SaviorsHide) (lore page)
Type		Cuirass Armor
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 6
Statistics
	132.3		473
	000062876,287
Description
Hircine himself is said to have sewn the armor known as the Savior's Hide from the body of a werewolf.
Effects
+24 Poison resistance. +6 Spell resistance. Shortens elemental conditions by 15%. +5 Health regeneration per second while Health is critical. +10 Stamina regeneration per second.

Savior's Hide ^(?)

For more information, see the Savior's Hide article.

Spellbane

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Spellbane (Spellbane)
Type		Versatile Cleaving Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 23
Statistics
	96		(?)
	84		338
	0001623416,234
Description
And so, they named it "Spellbane," for its wielder was protected from magic and lightning sparked from its edge.
Effects
Does 33 shock damage to Health and Magicka. Shock damage is 10 points more effective at Draining. Increases physical damage by 15 against targets suffering a condition. +9 Spell resistance.

Spellbane ^(?)

For more information, see the Spellbane article.

Spellbreaker

Spellbreaker

Spellbreaker (Spellbreaker) (lore page)
Type		Shield
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 38
Statistics
	288		144
	462
	0002590125,901
Description
Beware, petty mages, for the Daedric Prince Peryite has sent Spellbreaker into Tamriel once more, and Magicka shall shrivel in its wake.
Effects
[[Blades:Ward Spell On Block|]]

Spellbreaker ^(?)

For more information, see the Spellbreaker article.

Stendarr's Hammer

Stendarr's Hammer

Stendarr's Hammer (StendarrsHammer) (lore page)
Type		Heavy Bashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 44
Statistics
	165		(?)
	148.5		537
	0005020750,207
Description
Stendarr's Hammer, a massive weapon of ebony and sapphire, is said by some to have belonged to the Aedric God of Justice himself.
Effects
Does 255.83 damage to Stamina. Improves main enchantment by 15% (applied). Does 20% more damage to Bandits, Necromancers, and Goblins.

Stendarr's Hammer ^(?)

For more information, see the Stendarr's Hammer article.

Volendrung

Volendrung

Volendrung (Volendrung) (lore page)
Type		Heavy Bashing Weapon
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 28
Statistics
	127.5		(?)
	114.75		453
	0001781017,810
Description
Long ago, the Chieftain of a Dwemer clan threw the mighty Volendrung across Tamriel, promising to settle wherever it landed - in a land now known, unsurprisingly, as Hammerfell.
Effects
Does 165 damage to Stamina. Restores Stamina by damage done, up to 12 points.

Volendrung ^(?)

For more information, see the Volendrung article.

Warlock's Ring

Warlock's Ring

Warlock's Ring (WarlocksRing) (lore page)
Type		Ring Jewelry
Quality		Legendary Artifact
		Player Level 44
Statistics
	0003942039,420
Description
Carrying a powerful enchantment, the Warlock's Ring increases the wearer's movement speed and reflects harmful spells back at the original caster.
Effects
Increases attack speed by 24%. Retaliates with up to 29 points of any one-hit fire damage suffered from spells. Retaliates with up to 24 points of any one-hit frost damage suffered from spells. Retaliates with up to 24 points of any one-hit shock damage suffered from spells. Retaliates with up to 29 points of any one-hit poison damage suffered from spells.

Warlock's Ring ^(?)

For more information, see the Warlock's Ring article.

Table

	Name	Rarity								Description
	Bloodthirst	Legendary Artifact	6	000063756,375	84	73.5	N/A	N/A	355	All foes fear Bloodthirst, the vampiric blade with an unquenchable appetite for blood, whose cuts fortify the one who wields it.
	Savior's Hide	Legendary Artifact	6	000062876,287	N/A	N/A	N/A	132.3	473	Hircine himself is said to have sewn the armor known as the Savior's Hide from the body of a werewolf.
	Fork of Horripilation	Legendary Artifact	13	000092409,240	63	31.5	N/A	N/A	220	A cursed artifact created by the Daedric Prince Sheogorath, the Fork of Horripilation will inflict significant damage on enemies, but will prevent its wielder from regenerating magicka.
	Guardian's Claymore	Legendary Artifact	13	000092409,240	105	210	N/A	N/A	585	The silver-and-gold sword known as the Guardian's Claymore was bestowed on the first leader of the Dawnguard back in the Second Era, and is renowned for its ability to block attacks.
	Ring of Namira	Legendary Artifact	13	000099699,969	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	The dark hunger of Namira lives within her ring, feeding off of its wearer's victims and granting some of their health as a boon.
	Mace of Molag Bal	Legendary Artifact	18	0001270312,703	90	78.75	N/A	N/A	446	Also known as the Vampire's Mace, this formidable Daedric artifact drains its victims of their endurance and Magicka.
	Pandemonium	Legendary Artifact	18	0001629916,299	N/A	210	105	N/A	405	The powerful shield called Pandemonium is said to have been forged in a chaotic elemental plane where fire, ice, and lightning continually clash.
	Rueful Axe	Legendary Artifact	18	0001270312,703	112.5	101.25	N/A	N/A	446	Who knows what terrible pact was sealed when Clavicus Vile, the Prince of Bargains, created the Rueful Axe, a weapon that steals strength as it cuts and tears.
	Chrysamere	Legendary Artifact	23	0001623416,234	112.5	101.25	N/A	N/A	410	Behold Chrysamere, Sword of Heroes, the legendary blade wielded only by those it finds worthy...
IMG	Spellbane	Legendary Artifact	23	0001623416,234	96	84	N/A	N/A	338	And so, they named it "Spellbane," for its wielder was protected from magic and lightning sparked from its edge.
	Ebony Mail	Legendary Artifact	28	0001600216,002	N/A	N/A	N/A	214.2	453	Said to be created by the Daedric Prince Boethia himself, the Ebony Mail continuously emits poisonous smoke during combat, affecting the wearer's opponents.
	Rimelink	Legendary Artifact	28	0001781017,810	102	89.25	N/A	N/A	340	Those who wield Rimelink know they hold the power of frost itself in their hands, and laugh at attacks of ice or cold.
	Volendrung	Legendary Artifact	28	0001781017,810	127.5	114.75	N/A	N/A	453	Long ago, the Chieftain of a Dwemer clan threw the mighty Volendrung across Tamriel, promising to settle wherever it landed - in a land now known, unsurprisingly, as Hammerfell.
	Dragon's Blight	Legendary Artifact	33	0002725827,258	150	129	N/A	N/A	496	Legend has it that the Aedra themselves forged this devastating weapon at the end of the Merethic Era. The exact reason why has been lost to time...
	Ebony Blade	Legendary Artifact	33	0002725827,258	135	121.5	N/A	N/A	454	A powerful artifact, the Ebony Blade is said to have been presented by the Daedric Prince Mephala to her most loyal followers, with one directive - kill as many people as possible.
	Mehrunes' Razor	Legendary Artifact	33	0002725827,258	85.5	42.75	N/A	N/A	248	Also known as "Kingslayer," the Ebony dagger called Mehrunes' Razor has a small chance of instantly killing its victim after a successful attack.
	Dawnbreaker	Legendary Artifact	38	0003580935,809	115.2	100.8	N/A	N/A	346	Born of the Daedric Prince Meridia and bathed in undying flames, the mighty sword Dawnbreaker inflicts fiery pain on all opponents... especially the undead.
	Spellbreaker	Legendary Artifact	38	0002590125,901	N/A	288	144	N/A	462	Beware, petty mages, for the Daedric Prince Peryite has sent Spellbreaker into Tamriel once more, and Magicka shall shrivel in its wake.
	Stendarr's Hammer	Legendary Artifact	44	0005020750,207	165	148.5	N/A	N/A	537	Stendarr's Hammer, a massive weapon of ebony and sapphire, is said by some to have belonged to the Aedric God of Justice himself.
	Warlock's Ring	Legendary Artifact	44	0003942039,420	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Carrying a powerful enchantment, the Warlock's Ring increases the wearer's movement speed and reflects harmful spells back at the original caster.
	Chillrend	Legendary Artifact	50	0006119561,195	144	126	N/A	N/A	434	Cold as a Skyrim winter and just as deadly, Chillrend cleaves enemies with its enchanted icy blade, and is repaired when you take frost damage.
	Lord's Mail	Legendary Artifact	50	0004778747,787	N/A	N/A	N/A	279.72	497	A unique suit of armor resistant to both spells and poison, the Lord's Mail was originally gifted to mortals by the goddess Kynareth herself.
	Onyx Cleaver	Legendary Artifact	50	0006119561,195	187.5	168.75	N/A	N/A	626	Said to be made from petrified shadows, the Onyx Cleaver both inflicts damage and causes fatigue on any opponent unfortunate enough to get hit by it.
	Onyx Saber	Legendary Artifact	50	0006119561,195	187.5	168.75	N/A	N/A	626	The wickedly designed Onyx Saber deals considerable damage, and also weakens an opponent's ability to replenish their magicka.

Notes

• Umbra has been datamined but is not available.
• In the closed beta and during early access, Artifacts could drop directly from the Abyss and were offered for direct purchase as a level-up reward from the Store.

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