The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a classic of the fantasy RPG genre. Bethesda’s masterpiece bears a number of similarities to the equally wonderful A Song of Ice and Fire series. As such, my first post will be a wonderful way to mesh these two universes.

Drogo (often called ‘Khal’ or King) is a Dothraki horselord from Essos. Famed for marrying Daenerys Targaryen and (spoilers) dying from an infected booboo. Despite his unfortunate fate, his toughness is not to be understated and he’s certainly one of the series’ coolest characters.

RACE

Redguard – I chose Redguard because it looks close to the character. You’ll want to make the skin bronze and the eyes almond shaped, just like all Dothraki. Give him a beard, and a long ponytail, as well as scars. He should be muscular but lean – the Dothraki value speed.

EQUIPMENT

Horse – The most important piece of equipment for this build. Though Dothraki don’t use currency, this is the one exception, just so that you can get a horse that doesn’t run away every time you dismount.

Arakh – The curved arakh is one of an arsenal of weapons used by the Dothraki. The schimitar looks closest to this – there is a free one in one of the capsized boats to the North.

Bow – A Dothraki can fire a bow from horseback at the age of three. Prove this fact, and equip yourself with a bow. True Dothraki can fight at any range, so use your bow to pick off enemies from range before using your arakh to get up close and personal.

Additional Weapons – Dothraki often carry secondary and back-up weapons. An steel dagger will do the trick.

Armour – A coward hides behind armour and shields. Wear the bare minimum – fur armour that exposes the chest, with boots and bracers from the same set. to complete the look.

SKILLS

One-Handed – In combat, Dothraki often face their foes one on one. As such, a high one handed skill is a necessity.

Archery – Dothraki are skilled archers. They like to fire from horseback before facing their foes on the field of battle, so archery is a must.

Other Skills – Dothraki do not use stealth, nor do they use magic. Other than the two aforementioned combat abilities, your skills and perks will be a mixture of all the stuff you pick up throughout your wanderings.

ROLEPLAY

In-Combat:

– The Dothraki find themselves in combat often, so try to strike first when you can.

– Attack from horseback before dismounting.

– Show no mercy.

Immersion:

– The Dothraki do not use currency. Take what you want from dead foes.

– You can hunt or plunder to eat. Aim to eat a meal each day. Keep the pelts as a place to sleep.

– Try to sleep or wait every night. The Dothraki are wanderers – never sleep in the same bed twice, and if you cannot find an actual bed, use your imagination to find a suitable camping spot.

– Avoid water, which the Dothraki fear.

– The same goes for magic.

Goals:

– Wander Skyrim. Pillage, plunder and steal, building your way up from bandit camps to organised settlements to entire cities.

– Wipe out the Forsworn. They are a little like the sheep people, often the victims of Dothraki raids.

– If you find a worthy warrior, endeavour to add him (not her) to your Khalasar even if it does mean using quests or money.

I hope that you’ve enjoyed the first real post here, and there’s many more to come. Post requests if you have them, or try out the build and tell everyone how it went!