How do I get rid of Lydia without killing her?

How do I get rid of Lydia without killing her?

In the world of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Lydia is a faithful companion who can follow you on your adventures. However, there may come a point where you want to let her go, whether it’s because you’ve taken on a new companion or you simply want to be rid of her constant attention. The good news is that there are several ways to get rid of Lydia without killing her.

Method 1: Wait for her to leave on her own

This is the simplest and most straightforward method. You can simply wait for Lydia to leave your presence naturally. This will happen when you’re not interacting with her or when you’ve completed a quest or story arc that she’s been part of. If you want to speed up the process, you can try saying something like "Wait, I need some time alone" or "I’m busy right now, come back later." This should cause her to leave your company.

Method 2: Tell her to wait

This method is similar to the first, but it’s a bit more immediate. You can simply tell Lydia to wait while you attend to something else. This will cause her to stop following you and return to your house. Here’s how to do it:

• Approach Lydia
• Open the conversation window
• Choose the "Wait here" option

Method 3: Use the console command "MarkForDelete"

This method is more advanced and requires the PC version of Skyrim. If you’re tired of Lydia’s constant following, you can use the console command "MarkForDelete" to get rid of her. Here’s how to do it:

• Open the console by pressing the tilde key (~)
• Type "MarkForDelete Lydia" (without the quotes)
• Press Enter

This will cause Lydia to disappear, but be careful – you won’t be able to get her back if you change your mind!

Method 4: Kill her and resurrect her (if you’re feeling brave)

This method is not recommended, as it’s not the most elegant solution. However, if you’re feeling particularly bold, you can kill Lydia and then resurrect her using the console command. Here’s how to do it:

• Kill Lydia (be careful – it’s not easy!)
• Open the console by pressing the tilde key (~)
• Type "resurrect Lydia" (without the quotes)
• Press Enter

This will bring Lydia back to life, and she’ll likely be even more loyal to you for having survived such a terrifying ordeal.

Conclusion

Getting rid of Lydia without killing her can be a bit tricky, but these methods should help you out. Whether you want her to leave on her own, tell her to wait, use the console command, or kill and resurrect her, there are several ways to get rid of her without causing harm. Just remember to be kind to your companions – you never know when you might need their help again!

Additional Tips and Troubleshooting

• If Lydia is still following you after trying one of the above methods, you may need to try them again or restart your game.
• Be careful when using the console command "MarkForDelete" – it’s a permanent solution, and you won’t be able to get Lydia back.
• If you accidentally kill Lydia, you may need to use the console command "resurrect Lydia" to bring her back to life.

Table: Methods for Getting Rid of Lydia without Killing Her