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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Game Add-Ons (DLC) Hints
Defeat the Guardians of the Forge.
1 of 5: First up will be several dwarven spiders. Note that you have a fairly large area to run around and maneuver in, so use that to prevent them from surrounding you.
2 of 5: After you finish them off, several dwarven spheres will roll in, along with a couple more spiders. While fighting them, the steam will come back on, and you'll get the "(Optional) Shut off the Steam" objective.
3 of 5: You'll probably want to do it in order to remove the steam hazard and give yourself more room to maneuver. After that, go back to hacking on the spiders and spheres.
4 of 5: After you finish most or all of them off, the huge Forgemaster (a powerful dwarven centurion) will show up. Use the fact that you're way faster than it is to keep out of range of its fiery breath attack.
5 of 5: You might want to run up the steps to reach one of the two side gates that the spheres came out through earlier. The Forgemaster will try to follow you, but will frequently get distracted by Katria. That may prevent him from getting close enough to blast you with his breath, and you can keep taking shots at him with your bow or spells. (On the other hand, if he traps you in one of the side areas, you'll be in a lot of trouble.)
