The Elder Scrolls VI
The Elder Scrolls VI

Gods & Daedra

Delve into The Elder Scrolls VI's pantheons. Understand the Aedra and Daedra, their influence on Tamriel, and their roles in the upcoming game's lore.

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Gods & Daedra

The divine and daedric pantheons are central to the lore and gameplay of The Elder Scrolls. The Aedra, often referred to as the "Eight Divines" (or Nine, with the inclusion of Talos), are the creator gods who sacrificed parts of themselves to form Mundus, the mortal plane. Their worship is widespread across Tamriel, with temples and shrines dedicated to them in most major cities and settlements. Understanding their domains and spheres of influence can provide insight into the moral and philosophical underpinnings of various cultures. For example, Kynareth, the goddess of the sky and nature, is revered by many, while Akatosh, the Dragon God of Time, is the chief deity of the pantheon. Mara, the goddess of love and mercy, and Dibella, the goddess of beauty and art, also play sificant roles in the lives of mortals.

In contrast, the Daedric Princes are powerful, immortal beings who inhabit the planes of Oblivion. Unlike the Aedra, they did not sacrifice themselves for creation and often meddle in mortal affairs for their own amusement or purposes. Each Daedric Prince has a unique sphere of influence, ranging from destruction and madness (Molag Bal, Sheogorath) to ambition and power (Mehrunes Dagon, Boethiah) or knowledge and fate (Hermaeus Mora, Azura). Engaging with the Daedric Princes can lead to powerful, albeit often dangerous, quests and unique artifacts. However, their influence is often corrupting, and their followers may pursue morally ambiguous or outright evil agendas. Be wary of those who pledge themselves to Daedric Princes, as their motives may not al with the well-being of Tamriel. The game will likely present opportunities to either appease, defy, or even harness the power of these entities, with sificant consequences for your character and the world around you.

  • Aedra (The Divines):
    • Akatosh (Dragon God of Time)
    • Arkay (God of Life and Death)
    • Dibella (Goddess of Beauty and Art)
    • Julianos (God of Wisdom and Logic)
    • Kynareth (Goddess of the Sky and Nature)
    • Mara (Goddess of Love and Mercy)
    • Stendarr (God of Mercy and Justice)
    • Talos (God of War and Storms - controversial)
    • Zenithar (God of Work and Commerce)
  • Daedric Princes:
    • Azura (Goddess of Dusk and Dawn)
    • Boethiah (Prince of Plots and Deceit)
    • Clavicus Vile (Prince of Wishes and Bargains)
    • Hermaeus Mora (Prince of Knowledge and Fate)
    • Hircine (Father of Manbeasts)
    • Jyggalag (Prince of Order)
    • Malacath (Prince of the Spurned and Ostracized)
    • Mehrunes Dagon (Prince of Destruction and Ambition)
    • Mephala (Webspinner, Prince of Secrets)
    • Molag Bal (King of Rape and Domination)
    • Namira (Spirit of the Dark and Decay)
    • Nocturnal (Mistress of Shadows)
    • Peryite (Taskmaster, Prince of Pestilence)
    • Sanguine (Prince of Revelry and Debauchery)
    • Sheogorath (Prince of Madness)
    • Vaermina (Prince of Dreams and Nightmares)