other weapons deal only half damage.

Learn about the specific damage limitations of non-magical weapons against certain Daggerfall enemies and how to prepare for these tough encounters.

Alright, so you've probably noticed by now that not all weapons are created equal in Daggerfall. Some of the nastier creatures out there are pretty resistant to your standard iron or steel gear. Basically, if a weapon isn't enchanted or made of a special material, it's only going to do half damage to certain types of enemies. This is super important to know, especially when you're facing down some of the tougher undead and Daedra. You'll want to make sure you've got the right gear before you go charging in!

Here's a rundown of who you need to worry about and what kind of weapons they laugh off:

• Skeletal Warrior — These guys are the most basic of the undead. They'll just try to whack you with their axe. They can be a bit tough for brand-new characters, but they're not too bad once you get going.
• Zombie — Don't let their slow attacks fool you; zombies hit HARD and have a lot of health. Plus, they can carry diseases, so try to avoid getting hit if you can.
• Mummy — Mummies aren't the strongest fighters, but they're notorious for carrying all sorts of nasty diseases. You might get lucky and avoid illness, but don't count on it!
• Ghost — Here's where things get tricky. You'll need silver or better weapons to even hurt these guys. They also love to paralyze you, so make sure you've got a Free Action spell active before you get too close.
• Wraith — Similar to ghosts, wraiths also require silver or better weapons. They hit pretty hard, and they're incredibly hard to see, making them super annoying.
• Vampire — All the regular vampires you'll meet are female, and they hit slowly but powerfully. They have a few spells, but the real danger is catching Vampirism from them. Remember, silver or better weapons are a must.
• Vampire Ancient — These are the male, super-powered vampires. They're among the most dangerous monsters in the game, moving and attacking fast with powerful spells. Anything less than mithril will just bounce off them.
• Lich — These are powerful undead spellcasters. Any strategy you'd use against other mages works here. Just be aware that they sometimes blow themselves up with their own spells – try not to get caught in the blast! You'll need mithril or better weapons.
• Ancient Lich — Like vampire ancients, these are just tougher versions of liches. They have even more firepower and can obliterate themselves and you. Spell reflection is a good tactic here. Again, mithril or better weapons are required.

Daedra are also mentioned as a group that likely requires special weaponry, though the specifics for them aren't detailed here. Always be prepared!