Some enemies have static levels, like Alpha Wolf, which always appears as level 2.
The soul strength captured from a creature depends on its level. Soul Strength Īll NPCs, regardless of level, have black souls, which are the same magnitude as Grand souls but can only be captured in black soul gems or The Black Star. Trapped souls are used to enchant and recharge items. Souls are trapped in soul gems by using a soul trap spell or effect. More powerful creatures have more powerful souls. For the NPCs in the Soul Cairn, see Soul.Įvery soul in Skyrim is one of six possible strengths: Petty, Lesser, Common, Greater, Grand, and Black. This article is about the souls in soul gems.
