Dragon Rising

1. To the Western Watchtower

Jarl Balgruuf orders you to join his housecarl Irileth and a squad of guards at the Western Watchtower, just outside Whiterun. When you arrive, the tower is aflame and Mirmulnir is circling overhead.

2. Boss: Mirmulnir

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  Phase 1 — Flying

  While the dragon strafes and breathes fire, use a bow or Destruction magic. Keep moving and take cover behind the tower to avoid the fire breath. The guards will help chip its health.

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  Phase 2 — Grounded

  Once wounded, Mirmulnir lands. Rush in with melee for big damage, but back off when it rears up to bite or shout. Focus fire and it falls quickly.

3. Absorbing the Soul

As Mirmulnir dies, its body ignites and a stream of light pours into you — you absorb its dragon soul. The stunned guards realize you are Dragonborn. Open your Magic → Shouts menu and spend the soul to unlock Fus (Unrelenting Force). Try it out with the Shout button!

Moments later, a thunderous voice booms across all of Skyrim: "DOVAHKIIN!" — the Greybeards are summoning you.

4. Chapter Complete

Return to Jarl Balgruuf. He names you Thane of Whiterun and gifts you a follower, Lydia. He also urges you to answer the Greybeards' call at High Hrothgar.