The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Throat of the World — The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Walkthrough

Ascend Skyrim's highest peak in Act II's 'The Throat of the World' quest. Learn Thu'um from the Greybeards and understand the Dragonborn prophecy.

The Throat of the World — The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Walkthrough

"The Throat of the World" is a critical main quest in Act II of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, immediately following "Alduin's Wall." This quest requires you to ascend the highest mountain in Skyrim to meet with the Greybeards and learn more about the Thu'um and the ancient prophecy.

To begin "The Throat of the World," you must have completed "Alduin's Wall." The quest will direct you to High Hrothgar, the monastery of the Greybeards, located high on the slopes of the Throat of the World. Your journey up the mountain will involve navigating treacherous paths and potentially encountering various creatures.

Upon reaching High Hrothgar, you will engage in further training with the Greybeards, learning new Dragon Shouts and deepening your understanding of the Voice. The Greybeards will also provide more context regarding Alduin and the prophecy revealed on Alduin's Wall. This quest is a significant step in your development as Dragonborn, as you gain more power and knowledge.

The completion of "The Throat of the World" will lead you to the next main quest, "Elder Knowledge," where you will be tasked with finding an Elder Scroll.