Beneath the allure of bustling villages, dragons soaring overhead, towers reaching to the sky, and magic crackling through the air, Skyrim is the home to some dark and mysterious locations.
From lighthouses being the home of massacres and crypts acting as the final resting place to many of Skyrim’s former residents, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has a dark undercurrent.
It makes you think that a horror game from Bethesda would be like. However, in the meantime, fans have been finding ways to add even more atmospheric locations to the world of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
That was definitely the goal for Hronoss over on Nexus Mods who has created The Island at the Edge of Nirn. This free download introduces “an atmospheric adventure that takes inspiration from games like Myst, as well as the Thief series.”
As such, players will be able to explore an obscure and mysterious island whilst slowly trying to unravel its history.
The Island at the Edge of Nirn comes with its own lore as was written by retired treasure hunter Jules Defoe.
“I see it in your eyes. That familiar glare. The promise of gold and fortune calls to you. Or perhaps I misjudged you,” it reads.
Perhaps it’s the thrill of adventure and discovery that you are after. I’ve been sailing these waters for most of my life, and in that time I have come to know places that hold both aplenty. If you are after both gold and adventure then I might have a tale that ought to perk your ears.
You’ve heard of Jacques Avery, haven’t you? The infamous pirate captain and a self-proclaimed sorcerer. The very same Jacques Avery who terrorized the coast of Tamriel for three whole years, and then, disappeared without a trace.
There exists an island, north-west of the coast of Solitude and only a few days away. It has for decades been rumored to be the exact island where Jacques Avery hid his vast fortune. If you are still interested I could take you there, free of charge.
In my old days I have made a career of transporting aspiring treasure seekers. You can keep anything you uncover and I will buy off anything you feel like parting with.
So, what do you say, do we have a deal?”
How to get to the island
On a ship docked near Solitude, you will be able to embark to sail to the mysterious island.
There, you will start an unforgettable journey full of atmosphere, exploration, traps, light puzzle solving and the occasional combat encounter.
With no quest markers to follow, your journey is your own but with secrets hidden throughout, you will be able to spend hours in this brand-new land.
Not only that, but The Island at the Edge of Nirn will see you face your fair share of puzzles but if you are unable to solve them, you can always return at a later date.
Overall, if you are searching for yet another reason to pick up The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim but with a whole new location to explore, this free download is not the one to miss.
