While traveling through Skyrim, players have to use all means to defeat their enemies. To do this, you can buy or find various weapons. However, in the case of mages, the weapon is too heavy to carry around. But this doesn't mean you need to give up melee combat. Instead, you just need to get the Bound Sword Spell in Skyrim.

The Bound Sword Spell allows you to summon Daedric Sword in ethereal form. And since it is a novice-level Conjuration Spell, it is suitable even for Dragonborns who have just learned their first Shout.

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How to Get the Bound Sword Spell in Skyrim

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Like most other Spells, the Bound Sword can be learned by reading the Spell Tome of the same name in Skyrim. You can get it in several ways, which fortunately are available almost from the beginning of the game.

And the first way is, of course, purchasing. Almost every Court Wizard can sell you the Bound Sword Spell Tome for a small amount of gold. You can find these Wizards in almost every major city in Skyrim. They are often found next to Jarls or Counts.

You can also visit the College of Winterhold and purchase the required Tome from Phinis Gestor. However, to do this, you need to have Conjuration level 25 or higher. Additionally, one Bound Sword Spell Tome can be found in Treva's Watch, which is west of Riften. Reach Bandit Chief inside, and you will be able to pick up the book on the table next to him.

Finally, although with a small chance, players can find Spell Tome in chests or in the pockets of Draugr and hostile mages. But we recommend using the first method, as it is the simplest and fastest.

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Skyrim: The Bound Sword Spell Explained

Bound Sword Spell in Skyrim

So, as we said, the Bound Sword Spell summons an ethereal Daedric Sword into your hand. If you cast a spell with one hand, the sword will be in the same hand. If the cast is performed with two hands, then the sword will be in the left one.

Initially, your Daedric Sword has a base damage of 9, but if you unlock the Mystic Binding perk, the damage will increase to 14. But it is important to note that you upgrade Conjuration when you cast the Bound Sword Spell. Causing damage with it affects the One-Handed skill. Therefore, you need to invest in the One-Handed skill tree to deal enough damage with this weapon. Also, the Fortify One-Handed enchantment affects your bound sword.

In addition to the low requirements for use, the Bound Sword Spell can be affected by the Soul Stealer perk. This way, you will greatly simplify filling the soul gems needed for enchantments. Additionally, the Bound Sword Spell is a great choice if you want to use a weapon where you can't carry it. For example, even if you go to jail, you can arm yourself with this spell.

That's all you need to know about how to get the Bound Sword Spell in Skyrim. This is an extremely useful spell that can be learned at the first level. So follow our tips to purchase the Spell Tome you need.

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