Helmet of the Old Gods
The Helmet of the Old Gods is a unique light armor helmet and a special version of the Forsworn Headdress. It has a base armor rating of 12, weighs 1 and adds 30 points of Magicka. It is a reward for helping Madanach in No One Escapes Cidhna Mine, the Markarth jailbreak that follows The Forsworn Conspiracy.
Armor Enchantment
Magicka rises by 30 points.
Every armor enchantment is listed under Enchantment Effects.
Helmet of the Old Gods Map Location and Quest Guide
Helmet of the Old Gods map location:
The Helmet of the Old Gods is handed over during the escape from Cidhna Mine in Markarth. It is a reward for No One Escapes Cidhna Mine, which follows The Forsworn Conspiracy.
- Complete The Forsworn Conspiracy and go to jail in Cidhna Mine.
- Get a shiv for Borkul the Beast to reach Madanach.
- Talk to Madanach in his cell.
- Follow Madanach's instructions and escape with the prisoners.
- Take the Helmet of the Old Gods when it is handed over before the breakout.
Map credit by Map Genie.
Killing Madanach after he hands over the set also earns the Silver-Blood Family Ring.
Gameplay Tips
Temper it at a workbench with one Leather. The Arcane Blacksmith perk is needed.
Smithing Guide
Enchanted weapons require the Arcane Blacksmith Perk to upgrade.
Upgrades
Helmet of the Old Gods is improved at a workbench with one Leather per improvement. An enchanted copy can only be improved with the Arcane Blacksmith perk.
| Quality | Smithing | Armor |
|---|---|---|
| Fine | 14 | +1 |
| Superior | 31 | +3 |
| Exquisite | 65 | +5 |
| Flawless | 100 | +7 |
| Epic | 134 | +8 to +9 |
| Legendary | 168 | +10 |
Armor Set
Helmet of the Old Gods is part of the Old Gods set.
| Name | Image | Slot | Armor | Weight |
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Armor Categories
All Helmets
Light Armor
Every light armor helmet, with its armor rating, weight, set and upgrade material.
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Heavy Armor
Every heavy armor helmet, with its armor rating, weight, set and upgrade material.
| Name | Image | Armor | Weight | Value | Set | Upgrade | Perk | DLC |
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Dragon Priest Masks
The masks worn by the Dragon Priests, each with its own enchantment.
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