You cannot enter the Underforge before taking on the quest involving it.

The Underforge, a secret cave accessible through a secret entrance in the rocks near Jarrvaskr. Physical warrior builds and/or members of Team Jacob. Finishing the main questline will also allow you to marry several of the Companions, if you wish. This axe is especially powerful against elves and can be enchanted. The damage output will scale up depending on the level and skill you are at when you obtain it. You’ll get a fairly powerful two-handed axe called Wuuthrad during the final main quest, provided you remember to grab it after you put in the hands of the statue. As a member, you’ll gain the power to turn into a werewolf yourself.īy joining this faction you’ll earn the “Take Up Arms” Achievement/Trophy. Another important benefit is the eventual introduction to werewolves, and access to a sub-faction of the Companions called “The Circle” (see section below for details). You’ll also find some decent warrior-related equipment as you complete the main and side quests. Once you’ve joined the Companions, you’ll have access to trainers who can help you level up in most of the warrior skills (archery, one-handed, two-handed, smithing, heavy armor, and block) in exchange for gold. Finish up this quest and the Achievement/Trophy will pop, signifying your initiation. Engage Vilkas in a training exercise behind Jorrvaskr, making sure to use a physical weapon (or a bound weapon), because Vilkas won’t accept magic. Once you do that, you’ll be given the “Take Up Arms” quest.

If you speak to one of these warriors after the fight, they’ll tell you about the Companions and suggest you speak to Kodlak Whitemane in Whiterun. On your way to Whiterun you’ll encounter a few warriors fighting a giant. The Companions will probably be the first faction you discover. The Companions have set up shop in Jorrvaskr, the large hall found in the eastern part of Whiterun.

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