Can You Still Do the Whispering Door?
The Whispering Door is a quest in the popular video game Skyrim, and many players have been wondering if it’s still possible to complete it after the Stormcloaks take over Whiterun or Dragonsearch. The answer is yes, but it requires some extra effort. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of completing the Whispering Door quest, even if the Stormcloaks have taken over the city.
Why Can’t I Get the Whispering Door Quest?
Before we dive into the solution, let’s briefly discuss why you might not be able to get the Whispering Door quest in the first place. The quest is only available if your character is level 20 or higher, and you’ve completed the Dragon Rising quest. If you haven’t met these requirements, you won’t be able to start the quest.
How to Start the Whispering Door Quest After the Stormcloaks Take Over
If you’ve already completed the prerequisites and still can’t start the quest, it’s likely because the Stormcloaks have taken over Whiterun or Dragonsearch. In this case, you’ll need to take a detour to get the quest started. Here’s what you need to do:
- Talk to the innkeeper at the Bannered Mare in Whiterun and ask her about rumors. She won’t have any information, but this will trigger a conversation about the Jarl’s children.
- Speak to Jarl Balgruuf the Greater about his children. He’ll tell you that he’s worried about their safety and asks you to investigate.
- Go to the basement of the Bannered Mare and talk to Nelkir. He’ll give you a cryptic message that will lead you to the next step.
- Acquire the key from Balgruuf the Greater or Farengar Secret-Fire. This will allow you to open the whispering door.
What Happens When You Open the Whispering Door?
Once you’ve obtained the key and opened the whispering door, you’ll find a book and the Ebony Blade, Mephala’s Daedric Artifact. This will conclude the quest, but the Ebony Blade is far from complete. You’ll need to charge it by killing NPCs, and we’ll discuss the requirements for that later.
Charging the Ebony Blade
To charge the Ebony Blade, you’ll need to kill NPCs. Here are the requirements:
- You need to kill a total of 5 NPCs to fully charge the blade.
- Each kill will count as two kills, so you’ll need to kill a total of 10 NPCs to fully charge the blade.
How Many Kills for Ebony Blade?
As mentioned earlier, each kill counts as two kills when charging the Ebony Blade. This means you only need to kill 5 NPCs to fully charge the blade. Here’s a breakdown of the requirements:
| Number of Kills | Number of NPC Kills |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2 |
| 2 | 4 |
| 3 | 6 |
| 4 | 8 |
| 5 | 10 |
Conclusion
The Whispering Door quest is still possible to complete, even if the Stormcloaks have taken over Whiterun or Dragonsearch. By following the steps outlined above, you can acquire the key and open the whispering door to claim the Ebony Blade, Mephala’s Daedric Artifact. Remember to charge the blade by killing NPCs, and you’ll be well on your way to completing the quest.
Additional Tips and Resources
- If you’re having trouble finding the key or opening the whispering door, try reloading a previous save or checking for any glitches.
- You can find more information about the Whispering Door quest and the Ebony Blade on online forums and wikis.
- If you’re looking for more information about the Stormcloaks and their takeover of Whiterun or Dragonsearch, check out our article on the topic.
I hope this article has been helpful in answering your question about the Whispering Door quest. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to ask!