For other uses, see Marriage. Marriage is a gameplay element in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. After obtaining the Amulet of Mara, the Dragonborn has the option to engage in marriage with an eligible character regardless of either party's gender. There are no eligible Khajiit, Bosmer, male Redguard, or male Altmer candidates. For certain NPCs, the marriage/follow options will not appear until you reset the NPCs dialogue options, to do so, type the following lines into the console. Disable Enable 4. If you just want to marry an NPC, you're done after the last step, the 4th step only pertains to people who are making NPCs followers. How to Get a Wife in Skyrim? In short, you will need to find a girl you like, fulfill her conditions (often it will be some kind of quest), and she becomes your candidate for marriage. There are 30 females, available as potential wives in the game and its expansions. You can marry whoever you want provided you meet the required conditions. How to find a marriage partner and get married in Skyrim To find a marriage partner, you need to equip the Amuletof Mara, signalling that you are available. Now, talk to NPCs out in the world,.
What is it about video game marriage that is such a beautiful and beneficial thing? Whether it be perks, achievements or general feelings of companionship and accomplishment, players have been gladly walking down the aisle since it became an official in-game option.
In Skyrim your spouse will run a ‘store’ and give you $100 a day from the proceeds. They cook special meals for you, and happily tend to your home. Also, when you sleep in the same house as them you benefit from the ‘Lovers Comfort’ perk (so long as you aren’t a werewolf).
After obtaining the Amulet of Mara and discussing your intentions with Maramal – a priest in the Temple of Mara – your character is free to propose to the suitable candidate of your choosing. There is no need for courting, however many of Skyrim’s candidates for marriages have a small pre-cursor to them being eligible; typically something quest-like in nature.
There are 62 male and female NPC candidates for marriage. Skyrim does not discriminate against same-gender marriages or inter-species unions. However, it should be noted there are currently no Khajiit or Bosmer marriage candidates at this time.
Both of my Skyrim characters have enjoyed the bliss of marriage, as well as many of the characters created by my friends. In no particular order, these are ten awesome candidates for your Skyrim character to marry:
CAMILLA VALERIUS
Together with her brother Lucan, they run the Riverwood Trader in Riverwood. She is of Imperial descent, and a non-essential character (meaning she can die). When we meet Camilla there are two men vying for her attention; Sven and Faendal. There is actually a small quest where you can assist one of them with getting further into her good books and tarnish the other. Upon your marriage to her, both men will still express feelings of affection for her. However, she will remain loyal to her spouse and never concede to either one.
She is eligible for marriage after completing The Golden Claw quest.
FARKAS
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A Lycanthropic Nord and a member of the Companions Guild and The Circle. He is very close with his brother Vilkas, and is the stronger and kinder sibling. He is a trainer in heavy armor, and can be used as a follower when you join the Companions Guild. Eventually he can be cured of Lycanthropy, which is something he deeply desires after completion of the Companions Guild Quest Line.
He is eligible for marriage after completion of the Companions Guild Quest Line.
YSOLDA
A true Nord living in Whiterun. She owns her own stall in the marketplace, and aspires to purchase local Inn/Bar The Bannered Mare. She is an essential character, and present in many quests. She spends her days tending her stall and casually wandering around town. She is a keen businesswoman who has been known to trade with the Khajiit. If you choose to marry her, an entire Khajiit caravan may attend the wedding.
She is eligible for marriage after completion of the Rare Gifts quest.
BALIMUND
He is a Nord Blacksmith who owns The Scorched Hammer near the marketplace in Riften. He has an adult adopted son Asbjorn Fire-Tamer, who is also his apprentice. He is an expert trainer in Blacksmithing, and is capable of dying during a dragon attack or can be murdered by thieves. This may be viewed as a deterrent, but the benefits outweigh the risks and it is not a guarantee he will die, only a possibility.
He is eligible for marriage after bringing him 10 Fire Salts to fuel his forge.
AELA THE HUNTRESS
A member of the Companions Guild and secretive Circle, this Lycanthropic Nord is both eligible for marriage AND to be a follower. While it is rumored that she is in a secret relationship with fellow guild member Skjor, Aela venomously denies it. After completion of the Companions Quest Line she becomes a non-essential character, however is still very useful as a follower and trainer in archery. It should also be noted she cannot be cured of Lycanthropy.
She is eligible for marriage after completion of the Companions Guild Quest Line.
QUINTUS NAVALE
This Imperial Alchemist serves as a dedicated apprentice to his dying master Nurelion at The White Phial in Windhelm. He openly discusses how he originated from Cyrodiil, but came here to work under and learn from his famous master. After his masters imminent and unavoidable death, he takes over the shop.
He is eligible for marriage after completion of the White Phial questline.
AVRUSA SARETHI
A Dunmer and former alchemist, she now owns a nirnroot farm located in The Rift. She lives with her sister and pseudo-uncle. She is always an essential character. She also has more developed post-marriage dialogue making her seem a more passionate and devoted spouse.
She is eligible for marriage after bringing her 20 Jazbay Grapes.
VILKAS
A Lycanthropic Nord and a member of the Companions Guild and The Circle. Vilkas is a trainer in Two-Handed weaponry, and able to be used as a follower. He is very close with his brother Farkas, and is the smarter and more cynical brother. At first he doesn’t like the idea of you joining the Companions Guild, but eventually warms up to the idea. He shows remorse after wiping out enemy faction The Silver Hand, and is capable of being cured of Lycanthropy.
He is eligible for marriage after completing The Companions Guild Quest Line.
MUIRI
She is of Breton descent, and an apothecary assistant at The Hag’s Cure in Markarth. Muiri is of very shady origins and has strong connections with the Dark Brotherhood. In fact, if you try to destroy said guild she is no longer a candidate for marriage. If the owner of The Hag’s Cure passes away for whatever reason, she takes over the shop.
She is eligible for marriage after completion of her ‘contract’.
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He is a male Argonian who spends his days working at the docks just outside of Windhelm. He is a trainer for the Light-Armor skill. He is a victim of racism, feeling he is underpaid compared to his Nord coworkers. He notably doesn’t possess any hatred for the Dumnar race, which is a common vibe among his people. He is also notably kind hearted and helpful in nature.
He is eligible for marriage after talking to his boss about wage increases.
Just because these lucky ten were chosen for this article, doesn’t mean there is anything ‘less’ or ‘wrong’ with Skyrim’s other 52 candidates for marriage. Every wed-able NPC has their pros and cons. Only YOU know who is the most suitable spouse for your character ❤
*All images and factual based research from http://elderscrolls.wikia.com/wiki/The_Elder_Scrolls_Wiki
In a game where you can role-play in a countless number of ways, it's only fitting that you can get hitched to one of your favourite characters along the way.
Knowing how to get married in Skyrim is also useful for gameplay; it unlocks of the game's many achievements, and can offer a number of temporary (but reoccurring) benefits that can really come in handy.
Where to get the Amulet of Mara
The first step to marriage is getting the Amulet of Mara, and the easiest way is from Riften, where all marriages take place.
Once you've at Riften (if you've yet to visit, then grab a carriage from outside any major city to travel for a small cost) and locate someone named Marmal.
Marmal should be in one of two places; either in the Temple of Mara (from where you enter the city from its main entrance, it's located straight ahead, then on the left) or in The Bee and Barb traverse (in the centre of town, by the market stalls).
Speak to him about Mara, and after a bunch of dialogue options, he'll tell you about marriage and offer you the Amulet of Mara for 200 gold.
How to find a marriage partner and get married in Skyrim
To find a marriage partner, you need to equip the Amuletof Mara, signalling that you are available. Now, talk to NPCs out in the world, and you'll know they are interested when they notice the Amulet on you.
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While you can't get married to any NPC, race and gender doesn't matter, and there are many optional suitors out in the world - including many characters you'll come across during quest lines - and it might be more enjoyable to keep it equipped and play the game as normal, waiting until you find a partner naturally.
If you're in a rush, a variety of the game's major characters are available to marry, depending on your status with them - completing their associated quests (if applicable) will help. Here's some potential partners you may have already come across already:
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- Aela the Huntress (female, in Jorrvaskr in Whiterun, complete all quests for The Companions)
- Camilla Valerius (female, in Riverwood's Riverwood Trader, complete The Golden Claw side quest)
- Farkas (male, in Jorrvaskr in Whiterun, complete all quests for The Companions)
- Lydia (female, in Dragonsreach in Whiterun, purchase Skyrim house Breezehome)
- Marcurio (male, in Riften's Bee and the Barb, hire him as a Follower first)
- Vilkas (male, in Jorrvaskr in Whiterun, complete all quests for The Companions)
When you have a suitor that is interested, you can agree to get married. Now travel to the Temple of Mara in Riften and talk to Marmal to arrange the marriage.
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He'll ask you to come back the next day; we recommend staying put and waiting until the following morning (6am), where guests and your suitor will arrive into the temple, initiating a cutscene.
Choose the 'I do' dialogue option (unless, of course, you change your mind) and the marriage will be complete. Congratulations! Talk to them and decide where you shall live - whether in one of your houses, or theres - from where you can start receiving benefits.
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From visual upgrades, to console mods and levelling skills.
Want more help with Skyrim? Find out how to join every guild and faction, how to earn Gold fast, learning about XP and levelling to 100, max Crafting skills, max Warrior skills, max Thief skills and max Mage skills, how to get married, where to buy a house, how to start Dawnguard, Hearthfire and Dragonborn DLC expansions. If you're on PC, we have a list of console commands and cheats, and you can learn about the remastered version and how to install mods with our Skyrim guide. Finally, with Switch owners, we have Skyrim amiibo support explained to help unlock special Zelda-themed items.
Benefits and other things to know about getting married in Skyrim
- Getting married adds the 'The Bond of Matrimony' to your inventory, which reduces the cost of Restoration spells by 10%. While it can be disenchanted to receive the 'Blessing of Mara' enchantment, it cannot be applied to any other item.
- If you have a house in Skyrim, then your partner will give you 100 gold once per day (which accumulates over time) and a 'Home Cooked Meal' once per day, regenerating health, stamina and magicka.
- Sleeping in the same area as your partner (they don't have to be in bed, or even your own home if they are a Follower) gives you the 'Lover's Comfort' resting bonus, giving you a experience increase of 15% by eight hours - perfect if you want to level up fast in Skyrim.
- Your partner is a protected character, meaning they cannot be killed by enemies, just temporarily stunned - only you can kill them. Again, useful if they're also a Follower.
- The only way to 'leave' your partner in Skyrim is my killing them, so make sure you choose wisely before tying the knot!