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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Hints

How can I find the black soul gem in Fort Snowhawk?

  • 1 of 3: See the Morthal section of the World Map Exploration Guide if you need help finding the fort.
  • 2 of 3: Kill off all the necromancers and skeletons in the fort's outdoor area, then find the door that leads to the prison.
  • 3 of 3: In the first room, look on the table with the dead bandit to find the black soul gem in a soul gem holder.