Dragon Rising is a main quest in Skyrim where the player must help the guards of Whiterun defeat a dragon attacking the Western Watchtower.
Overview
Dragon Rising is a main quest where the player must help the guards of Whiterun defeat a dragon attacking the Western Watchtower. This quest introduces the player to dragon combat and the ability to absorb dragon souls.
Walkthrough
After reporting to Jarl Balgruuf about the dragon attack at Helgen, the player is sent to investigate a dragon sighting at the Western Watchtower. Upon arrival, a dragon attacks, and the player must help defeat it.
Significance
This quest is significant because it is the first time the player fights a dragon and absorbs a dragon soul. It also confirms the return of dragons to Skyrim and establishes the player as the Dragonborn.
Rewards
Completing this quest rewards the player with their first dragon soul and unlocks the ability to use dragon souls to unlock shouts.