Skyrim Filial Bonds Where To Find Torkild

Skyrim. Land of dragons, Draugr, and surprisingly touching family drama. We all know about saving the world, hoarding sweetrolls, and accidentally Fus Ro Dah-ing chickens, but have you ever stopped to consider the family ties binding the Nord heroes and grumpy old men? I'm talking about the quest: ***"Torkild's Sword."***

Specifically, how easy it is to miss, and the heartwarming, if slightly pathetic, story it tells.

The Lost Heirloom: A Tale of a Father's Love (and Forgetfulness)

Imagine this: you're the Dragonborn, slayer of Alduin, arch-mage, master thief, and... errand boy for a forgetful old fisherman. It's humble work for a world-saving hero.

That's essentially what happens when you stumble upon Banning in Dawnstar. He stands at the docks, perpetually staring out at the Sea of Ghosts. His problem is that his father, Torkild, has gone missing.

And not just missing – but missing his sword! A family heirloom, no less.

So, Where is Torkild? (Spoiler: He's Not Sunbathing)

Finding Torkild isn't exactly a monumental quest. You won't need a fancy quest marker or a detailed map.

Think cold. Think bleak. Think...underwater? That's right, dear adventurer, Torkild is resting peacefully at the bottom of the sea.

Specifically, he's in the water just off the coast of Dawnstar. Swim straight out from the docks, and eventually, you'll find his skeletal remains near a sunken shipwreck.

It is a humbling end for someone so important to his son.

Retrieving the Sword: A Fishy Business

Loot the skeleton. You'll find Torkild's Sword, a rather unremarkable steel greatsword, and a sad little note.

The note? It's a heartfelt apology to Banning. Seems old Torkild knew he was getting on in years and didn't want to be a burden.

Deciding to go fishing one last time alone, with his family sword, turned out to be his final, fatal error. Awkward.

The Reward: Not Exactly Dragon Scales

Return to Banning with the sword. Prepare for an outpouring of gratitude (and probably some tears).

He's understandably upset, but mostly grateful to have his father's memory back. After your brief exchange, he will reward you with some leveled gold. It is nothing you can even get excited about.

Don't expect a legendary weapon or a powerful spell. The real reward here is the satisfaction of helping a grieving son find closure. It is a quest about empathy and love.

Why This Matters: Beyond the Blades and Brawls

Skyrim is full of grand battles and epic quests. But it's the small, personal stories like Torkild's that really resonate.

This quest is a reminder that even in a world of dragons and magic, family bonds remain incredibly important. Banning just wanted his dad back, and his father wanted to give him his treasured sword. That is truly special.

So, next time you're in Dawnstar, take a moment to dive into the icy waters and find Torkild. You might just find a little piece of humanity beneath the surface of Skyrim's icy exterior.