Mind-Blowing: Skyrim Fan Crafts Functional Skeleton Key in Real Life

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Skyrim fans continue to create impressive replicas of in-game items, such as the Skeleton Key.

The Skeleton Key is an item that is in high demand in Skyrim. The Skyrim fanbase continues to show their dedication and creativity, even many years after the game was released, as they eagerly await the next installment in The Elder Scrolls series.

A devoted follower of Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim has ingeniously crafted a replica of the Skeleton Key, an iconic item from the game. This is not the first, nor will it be the last, instance of a fan recreating such cherished artifacts.

Since its release in 2011, Skyrim has achieved monumental success within the gaming industry, boasting a vast and devoted playerbase even after 11 years. Widely regarded as one of the greatest video games ever created, it has garnered critical acclaim for its immersive open world, compelling characters, dynamic dual-wielding combat, and stunning visual aesthetics. While some minor flaws were identified, including dragon battles, melee combat, and initial bugs, these shortcomings have had little effect on the unwavering loyalty of Skyrim enthusiasts.

Reddit user Main_Friendship732 shared their completed project on the platform without providing any details about how they accomplished it. Commenters definitely took notice of this, though some speculated that the project may have been created using 3D printing. Regardless, although it may not be as grand as other fan projects related to Skyrim, the design of the model is incredibly accurate and it looks like it fits perfectly in the user's hand. In the comments section, many fans expressed their admiration for the project, joking about how it was obtained or even quoting in-game dialogue connected to the Skeleton Key.

In the game Skyrim, the Skeleton Key is one of several keys players can find. It holds significant value and is considered one of the most useful items in the game. Players can only obtain this key towards the end of the Thieves Guild questline, and it is intended to be returned in order to complete the quest. However, players do have the option to keep it permanently if they choose to refuse returning it. Eventually, players can make the Skeleton Key less relevant by unlocking the "Unbreakable" perk in the lockpicking skill tree, but possessing the key still adds visual interest to the process of picking locks. For players who prioritize completing every quest, it is still possible to possess a form of the Skeleton Key.

It's delightful to witness the imaginative endeavors fans undertake to express their love for their beloved games. The Skyrim community, even after all this time since the game's release, is no exception. With the recent confirmation of The Elder Scrolls 6 being in development in 2021, it is inevitable that such passion will be carried over to the upcoming game, regardless of its performance compared to its predecessor.

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