Ahzidal's Helm of Vision
| Ahzidal's Helm of Vision | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Armor Rating | 19 |
| Weight | 6 |
| Value | 1250 |
| Slot | Head |
| Set | Relics of Ahzidal |
| Level | - |
| Class | Helmets |
| Skill | Heavy Armor |
| Unique | Yes |
| Item ID | xx01db98 |
| Game/DLC | Dragonborn |
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision is a unique heavy armor helmet from Dragonborn and one of the relics of Ahzidal. It looks like an Ancient Nord Helmet but has a base armor rating of 19 and weighs 6. It lies behind a puzzle gate in Kolbjorn Barrow after the fourth stage of the dig in the quest Unearthed.
Armor Enchantment
Conjuration and rune spells cost 25% more Magicka, but they can be cast at a greater range.
The Enchantment Effects page lists every armor enchantment.
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision Map Location and Quest Guide
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision map location:
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision sits on a pedestal behind a puzzle gate in Kolbjorn Barrow on Solstheim. It is reached near the end of Unearthed, after the fourth stage of the dig.
- Travel to Kolbjorn Barrow on Solstheim and speak to Ralis Sedarys outside.
- Fund the excavation with 1,000 gold to start Unearthed.
- Clear the draugr inside each time a courier brings a letter from Ralis.
- Pay 2,000, then 3,000, then 5,000 gold for the next stages of the dig.
- Return a final time and fight through the last section.
- Open the puzzle gate.
- Take the Helm of Vision from its pedestal.
Map credit by Map Genie.
How It Plays
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision lets its wearer reach farther with magic. Its enchantment, Ahzidal's Vision, doubles the casting range of Conjuration spells and rune spells. In return, those spells cost a quarter more Magicka.
The longer range suits a conjurer who hides at a distance. A summon can be placed far away, behind a group of enemies or on a ledge across a room. The conjurer stays out of danger while the summon draws the attack.
Runes gain the same reach. A Fire Rune, Frost Rune or Lightning Rune can be planted at a distant doorway before enemies arrive. A rune mage can lay traps from a safe spot and lure foes onto them.
The helm is heavy armor. It looks like an Ancient Nord Helmet but protects a little better.
Perks and Builds
The Conjuration Skill tree builds on the helm. Twin Souls allows two summons at once. Elemental Potency and Atromancy strengthen and extend atronachs. The higher cost from the helm is softened by the Novice to Master cost perks of Conjuration.
The Destruction perk Rune Master already extends rune range. The helm gives a similar benefit from the head slot, which leaves that perk point free. A Destruction mage who uses runes often can choose between them.
The helm is one of the six relics of Ahzidal. Ahzidal's Genius raises the Enchanting Skill when four relics are worn together. The helm, gauntlets, armor and boots make a matching heavy set for that bonus.
Compared with Other Helmets
Vokun, the dragon priest mask, lowers the cost of Conjuration spells. It suits a conjurer who wants cheaper summons. The Helm of Vision suits a conjurer who wants more range.
The Ahzidal mask and the Helm of Vision share the head slot. A fire mage may prefer the mask. A conjurer or rune mage may prefer the helm.
Quest Background
The helm is found in the last stage of Unearthed. The final note from Ralis Sedarys says only "You're needed." Deep in Kolbjorn Barrow, two animal totem pillars control the gates. Setting both to the snake symbol and pulling the chain opens the gate to the helm.
The room around the helm is full of oil. A wrong pillar setting fires flame traps, and taking the helm from its pedestal fires one more. Igniting the oil from the stairs before taking the helm makes the room safe. Ralis waits further down with the dragon priest he has awakened.
Lore
Ahzidal studied under elven masters and learned ancient runes from the Ayleids. The Helm of Vision carries that knowledge of runes and summoning.
Gameplay Tips
- Temper it at a workbench with one Steel Ingot. The Advanced Armors perk doubles the improvement, and the Arcane Blacksmith perk is needed because it is enchanted.
- Wearing exactly four relics of Ahzidal grants Ahzidal's Genius, which raises Enchanting by 10 points. A fifth relic cancels the bonus.
Smithing Guide
Enchanted weapons require the Arcane Blacksmith Perk to upgrade.
Upgrades
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision is improved at a workbench with one Steel Ingot per improvement. The Advanced Armors perk doubles the improvement, so each quality tier needs less Smithing skill. An enchanted copy can only be improved with the Arcane Blacksmith perk.
| Quality | Smithing | With Perk | Armor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | 14 | 14 | +1 |
| Superior | 31 | 22 | +3 |
| Exquisite | 65 | 40 | +5 |
| Flawless | 100 | 57 | +7 |
| Epic | 134 | 74 | +8 to +9 |
| Legendary | 168 | 91 | +10 |
Armor Set
Ahzidal's Helm of Vision belongs to the Relics of Ahzidal set. The table shows every piece of the set.
| Name | Image | Slot | Armor | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana | 
|
Ring | 0 | 0.25 |
| Ahzidal's Ring of Necromancy | 
|
Ring | 0 | 0.25 |
| Ahzidal's Armor of Retribution | 
|
Body | 40 | 38 |
| Ahzidal's Boots of Waterwalking | 
|
Feet | 14 | 9 |
| Ahzidal's Gauntlets of Warding | 
|
Hands | 14 | 6 |
| Ahzidal's Helm of Vision | 
|
Head | 19 | 6 |
Armor Categories
All Helmets
Light Armor
All light armor helmets are listed below with their armor rating, weight, set and upgrade material.
Heavy Armor
All heavy armor helmets are listed below with their armor rating, weight, set and upgrade material.
Dragon Priest Masks
The Dragon Priests wore these masks, and each one carries its own enchantment.
| Name | Image | Armor | Weight | Value | Set | Upgrade | Perk | DLC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahzidal | 
|
23 | 9 | 1165 | Dragon Priest Masks | Ebony Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Dragonborn |
| Dukaan | 
|
23 | 9 | 1202 | Dragon Priest Masks | Ebony Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Dragonborn |
| Hevnoraak | 
|
23 | 9 | 891 | Dragon Priest Masks | Iron Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Konahrik | 
|
24 | 7 | 3200 | Dragon Priest Masks | Gold Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Krosis | 
|
21 | 5 | 1615 | Dragon Priest Masks | Iron Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Miraak | 
|
27 | 9 | 849 | Dragon Priest Masks | Cannot be upgraded | None | Dragonborn |
| Morokei | 
|
5 | 4 | 637 | Dragon Priest Masks | Refined Moonstone | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Nahkriin | 
|
23 | 9 | 2173 | Dragon Priest Masks | Ebony Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Otar | 
|
23 | 9 | 1521 | Dragon Priest Masks | Refined Malachite | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Rahgot | 
|
23 | 9 | 962 | Dragon Priest Masks | Orichalcum Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Vokun | 
|
23 | 9 | 2182 | Dragon Priest Masks | Steel Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Volsung | 
|
21 | 5 | 4611 | Dragon Priest Masks | Corundum Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Skyrim |
| Wooden Mask | 
|
1 | 2 | 51 | Dragon Priest Masks | Cannot be upgraded | None | Skyrim |
| Zahkriisos | 
|
23 | 9 | 1239 | Dragon Priest Masks | Ebony Ingot | Daedric Smithing | Dragonborn |