Patriarch*

Learn about Knightly Orders in The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall. Discover their benefits, quest types, and how joining one affects your gameplay and housing.

Hey there! So, you're looking into the Knightly Orders in Daggerfall, huh? Just a heads-up, the rank is called 'Patriarch' no matter if you're playing as a dude or a lady. Weird, I know!

Before we dive into the knights, remember that temples are super important. Julianos is your go-to for buying and making magic items, while Kynareth is the only place to get spells and do spellmaking. Picking the right temple early can really speed things up, so choose wisely!

Knightly Orders

Alright, let's talk about the knights! Think of these guilds like temples – there are tons of them, but you can only join one. Each order is tied to a specific kingdom, so if you're thinking of joining, it might be a good idea to set up shop in that kingdom.

Honestly, the orders are mostly just different in name. They all offer the same services, the same ranks, and the same quests. Speaking of quests, don't expect any gold for these! Knights are all about doing good deeds, and apparently, that's supposed to be its own reward. These quests usually involve dungeon crawls, and they can be a lot tougher than your average dungeon dive, so be ready for some dangerous creatures.

But hey, being a knight isn't all about thankless tasks! There are some seriously cool perks. For starters, you'll never have to pay for a room in any tavern within your order's home kingdom. Eventually, this awesome perk extends to all inns in the game, and even ship travel! Plus, you get a free piece of high-quality armor every time you rank up. And the grand prize? Reach the highest rank, and you'll get a free house. How awesome is that?

Don't forget, Knightly Orders also offer special Artifact quests on top of their regular missions. So, while the regular quests might not pay, the potential rewards from artifact quests and the other benefits make joining a knightly order a pretty sweet deal!