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miraak
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Miraak is a fascinating and complex character in the Elder Scrolls lore, particularly in the Skyrim DLC, Dragonborn. Here's a breakdown of his story:
The First Dragonborn
* Miraak is the first Dragonborn, a mortal with the soul of a dragon. This gives him the unique ability to absorb the souls of dragons and use their power.
* He lived during the Merethic Era, a time when dragons ruled over mortals.
Dragon Priest and Rebel
* Miraak was once a powerful Dragon Priest, serving the dragons and leading their cult on the island of Solstheim.
* However, he was ambitious and sought greater power. He made a pact with Hermaeus Mora, the Daedric Prince of Knowledge, who taught him the Thu'um "Bend Will," allowing him to control dragons and people.
* With this power, Miraak rebelled against the dragons, turning some of his fellow Dragon Priests to his side.
Imprisonment in Apocrypha
* Miraak's rebellion was ultimately unsuccessful. He was defeated and imprisoned in Apocrypha, Hermaeus Mora's realm of Oblivion.
* In Apocrypha, he spent centuries gaining knowledge and power, plotting his return to Tamriel.
Return to Solstheim
* In the Dragonborn DLC, Miraak begins to exert his influence over Solstheim, enslaving the minds of its inhabitants and forcing them to build a shrine to him.
* He plans to return to Tamriel and usurp the power of the dragons, potentially even challenging Alduin, the World-Eater.
Confrontation with the Last Dragonborn
* The Last Dragonborn is drawn to Solstheim and confronts Miraak.
* Miraak seeks to absorb the Last Dragonborn's soul to increase his own power.
* Ultimately, the Last Dragonborn defeats Miraak in Apocrypha, absorbing his soul and ending his threat to Tamriel.
Key Aspects of Miraak's Lore
* Ambition and Power: Miraak's desire for power led him to betray the dragons and make a deal with a Daedric Prince.
* Knowledge and Control: Hermaeus Mora granted Miraak knowledge and the power to control others, making him a formidable opponen
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