Crystaldrift Cave is a cave south of Riften, bordering the mountain ranges of the Rift.
Background
This simple one room cave was once home to the adventurer Gadnor who now lies dead in the center on a raised rock outcropping. Enemies in the cave include wolves, skeevers, trolls, bears and frostbite spiders. It is possible at higher levels to encounter trolls, bears and frostbite spiders all fighting each other inside the cave.
A Shrine of Kynareth is inside in addition to Gadnor's Staff of Charming, lying next to Gadnor himself on top of the stone in the center of the room.
Possible location of random event in front of cave.
Notable items
- Gadnor's Staff of Charming
- Moonstone ore vein on the left side of the south wall of the room (up on the ledge).
- Iron ore vein to the left of the tiny pool
- Chest hidden behind the fire containing leveled loot.
- An abundance of grilled leeks
Quests
- Possible location for "Animal Extermination"
- Possible location for helping and recruiting Gunmar for the Dawnguard