Area-of-effect spells, such as Blizzard, cannot be cast however. Once an enemy is locked on to, any spells that are cast will fly in their direction. In addition to ordering the dragon to attack, it is also possible to use magic spells and shouts while mounted. If directed to attack another dragon, the two will engage in aerial combat, continually circling each other. The Dragonborn uses a Chain Lightning spell on an enemy. (Grabbing an enemy in its jaws, then flinging it.) On rare occasions, if a human target is low on health and the dragon is on the ground, the dragon will perform its finisher.If directed to attack a human target on a tower or animals such as cows or netch calves - the dragon will swoop down and grasp the target with its feet and then drop them from a great height.Land on the ground and bite or use its breath attack.Fly past the target while using its breath attack.Hover above the target and use its breath attack.Ordering the dragon to attack a target will result in three possible forms of attack. If an enemy is found and locked on to, their health bar will be marked on screen, indicating that they are viable targets. While mounted on a dragon, it is possible to scan the area below for any enemies. It is also not possible to travel to any of the walled cities, such as Whiterun, as these locations are absent from the map. Fast travel can also be initiated during combat or while near enemies. It is possible to fast travel while mounted on a dragon, however travel between Skyrim and Solstheim is not possible. Instead the Dragonborn stands on it.Īs travel in any one direction is not possible, dragons cannot be used in place of a traditional mount, such as a horse.

If no orders are given, the dragon will simply circle the area.Ī bug may occur where you mount the dragon, but you do not actually sit on the dragon's neck. Rather, the dragon will follow certain instructions or orders given to it. Once airborne, it is not actually possible to fully control the direction of flight. Most named dragons, such as Alduin and Paarthurnax will resist the shout. As soon as the dragon has been mounted, it will take to the skies.

2.7 When told to do something impossibleĪfter the Bend Will shout is directed at a dragon, it will land and allow the Dragonborn to mount it.

2.6 When there are no targets to attack.2.4 After being dismounted and the shout wears off.

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