Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana
Armor Rating	0
Weight	0.25
Value	1435
Slot	Ring
Set	Relics of Ahzidal
Level	-
Class	Rings
Skill	-
Unique	Yes
Item ID	xx01db9b
Game/DLC	Dragonborn

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana is one of the relics of Ahzidal, the Nord enchanter. It weighs 0.25 and is worth 1,435 gold. It lies in Kolbjorn Barrow on Solstheim, after the third stage of the dig in Unearthed.

Enchantment

The ring lets its wearer cast the Destruction spells Ignite and Freeze.

The Enchantment Effects page lists every apparel enchantment.

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana Map Location and Quest Guide

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana map location:

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana lies on a pedestal in Kolbjorn Barrow on Solstheim. It turns up in the third stage of the dig during Unearthed.

1. Travel to Kolbjorn Barrow on Solstheim and speak to Ralis Sedarys.
2. Fund the excavation with 1,000 gold to start Unearthed.
3. Clear the draugr when Ralis sends word, then pay 2,000 gold for the next stage.
4. Clear the barrow again, then pay 3,000 gold for the third stage.
5. Return when Ralis sends word and fight through the newly opened section.
6. Step on every pressure plate in the tiled room until all of them light up.
7. Take the ring from the pedestal behind the opened gate.

Map credit by Map Genie.

How It Plays

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana grants two spells while it is worn: Ignite and Freeze. Both are Destruction spells from the Dragonborn DLC. Ignite deals fire damage, and Freeze deals frost damage. The ring lets any character cast them while it is worn.

The ring is most useful for a warrior who knows little magic. A quick Ignite on a frost troll or a Freeze on a charging enemy adds a ranged option. The spells still cost Magicka, so the ring suits a character with at least a modest pool.

Perks and Builds

The Destruction Skill tree strengthens both spells. Augmented Flames raises the damage of Ignite. Augmented Frost raises the damage of Freeze. Intense Flames and Deep Freeze add fear and paralysis to weak targets.

The ring is one of the six relics of Ahzidal. Ahzidal's Genius raises the Enchanting Skill when exactly four relics are worn together. The ring can stand in for any armor piece in that count. It allows a mage in cloth to reach four relics with fewer armor pieces.

Compared with Other Rings

Few rings grant spells. The Ring of Khajiit from the Creation Club grants the Hide spell. The Vampiric Ring grants Drain Life. Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana grants two Destruction spells at once.

Rings that fortify a skill or a school usually serve a mage better. The Ring of Arcana serves a warrior who wants a little fire and frost in reserve.

Quest Background

The ring is found in the third stage of Unearthed. Deeper in Kolbjorn Barrow, past the gauntlets, an open chamber holds a grid of pressure plates. All the plates must be lit for the gate to open. The timing is tight. Slow Time or Telekinesis helps to reach the ring.

The ring rests on a plinth surrounded by a pit of deep water. Draugr shouts from a nearby chamber can knock it into the water. Telekinesis has a long reach and helps to find it there.

Bugs

Equipping the ring while the Cursed Ring of Hircine is worn can add Ignite and Freeze to the spell list for good. The spells then stay even without the ring.

Gameplay Tips

Wearing exactly four relics of Ahzidal grants Ahzidal's Genius, which raises Enchanting by 10 points.

Set

Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana 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

Jewelry Categories

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Name	Image	Armor	Weight	Value	Slot	Set	Upgrade	Perk	DLC
Silver Ring		0	0.25	30	Ring	Silver	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Gold Ring		0	0.25	75	Ring	Gold	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Silver Garnet Ring		0	0.25	160	Ring	Silver	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Silver Amethyst Ring		0	0.25	180	Ring	Silver	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Silver Ruby Ring		0	0.25	260	Ring	Silver	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Gold Sapphire Ring		0	0.25	500	Ring	Gold	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Gold Emerald Ring		0	0.25	700	Ring	Gold	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Gold Diamond Ring		0	0.25	900	Ring	Gold	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Bone Hawk Ring		0	0.25	75	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dawnguard
Nordic Ring		0	0.25	270	Ring	Nordic	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ahzidal's Ring of Arcana		0	0.25	1435	Ring	Relics of Ahzidal	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Ahzidal's Ring of Necromancy		0	0.25	1110	Ring	Relics of Ahzidal	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Asgeir's Wedding Band		0	0.25	100	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Calcelmo's Ring		0	0.25	20	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Cursed Ring of Hircine		0	0.25	50	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Enchanted Ring		0	0.25	207	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Fjola's Wedding Band		0	0.25	150	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Ring of Hircine		0	0.25	400	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Ilas-Tei's Ring		0	0.25	40	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Madesi's Silver Ring		0	0.25	10	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Muiri's Ring		0	0.25	434	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Neloth's Ring of Tracking		0	0.25	100	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Nightweaver's Band		0	0.25	1131	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Ring of Bloodlust		0	0.25	1500	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Ring of Instinct		0	0.25	3000	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Ring of Namira		0	0.25	870	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Ring of Pure Mixtures		0	0.25	75	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Ring of the Beast		0	0.25	1927	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dawnguard
Ring of the Erudite		0	0.25	1803	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dawnguard
Ring of the Hunt		0	0.25	3500	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Ring of the Moon		0	0.25	2250	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Dragonborn
Silver-Blood Family Ring		0	0.25	772	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
The Bond of Matrimony		0	0.25	496	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Viola's Gold Ring		0	0.25	75	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Vittoria's Wedding Band		0	0.25	100	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Skyrim
Denstagmer's Ring		0	0.25	1254	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Mentor's Ring		0	0.25	2092	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of Khajiit		0	0.25	650	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of Kynareth		0	0.25	320	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of Phynaster		0	0.25	1347	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of Surroundings		0	0.25	1554	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of the Wind		0	0.25	650	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Vampiric Ring		0	0.25	400	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Warlock's Ring		0	0.25	1392	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of Disrobing		0	0.2	200	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Ring of Masser		0	0.25	5211	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club
Sovereign Band		0	0.25	943	Ring	-	Cannot be improved	None	Creation Club