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Learn about the Gatekeeper in Oblivion's Shivering Isles. Discover how to defeat it and rebuild it with Relmyna Verenim.

Alright, let's talk about the Gatekeeper in the Shivering Isles. This big fella is basically Sheogorath's bouncer, guarding the entrance to his realm. It's a pretty imposing sight, made from the remains of those who tried to sneak in, and even has the Keys to Mania and Dementia literally sewn into its flesh. Think of it as a super-sized, much scarier Flesh Atronach. When you first arrive in the Shivering Isles, you'll see some adventurers trying to take it on. Don't get too attached to them; they don't make it, except for their leader who bails. You *can* fight the Gatekeeper with the adventurers, but honestly, it's a tough fight without some help. If you want an easier time, look for Relmyna's Tears or try to get some bone arrows from Jayred Ice-Veins, which are made from an old Gatekeeper's bones. Later on, after you've finished the quest "Retaking the Fringe," you'll get the chance to actually *rebuild* the Gatekeeper. Relmyna Verenim will task you with finding four specific ingredients from the Gardens of Flesh and Bone. Once you bring them back, she'll perform the ritual to create a new Gatekeeper. Here's the cool part: you get to help decide what kind of Gatekeeper it will be by choosing its body parts, which also influences which Gatekeeper's Gift you can pick. After that, you'll head to the Fringe with Relmyna to see the new Gatekeeper in action. It'll immediately face off against some Knights of Order, led by that traitor Felas Sarandas. You can jump in and help, but honestly, the Gatekeeper is pretty essential and will handle them. Just watch the show if you want!