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==Description==
  
==Description==
 
In appearance, a Spriggan appears to be made of entirely wood and magical energy, the source of which is their [[Taproot (Skyrim)|taproot]]. They are heavily attracted to taproot, and therefore are often lured by [[Hagraven (Skyrim)|hagravens]] and other alchemists into their traps to be sacrificed and harvested for their magical characteristics.<ref>''[[Field Guide to Spriggans]]''</ref> Spriggans usually live in sacred groves, where they feel an innate connection to the groves' native animals. Because of this, Spriggans are able to enthrall wildlife such as bears and hornets, but also a multitude of other forest-dwelling creatures. As a result of this relationship, they are often called "Nature's Guardians."<ref>Gameplay in {{Skyrim}}</ref> Spriggans are female tree spirits and as such are always found in areas that feature trees or other flora, and appear to be connected to the plant known as [[Nirnroot (Skyrim)|nirnroot]].<ref>''[[Alchemist's Journal]]''</ref> There seems to be two variations of Spriggans as some walk on two legs, while others walk on four.<ref>Appearance in {{Online|!}}</ref>
  
In appearance, a Spriggan appears to be made of entirely wood and magical energy, the source of which is their [[Taproot (Skyrim)|taproot]]. They are heavily attracted to taproot, and therefore are often lured by [[Hagraven (Skyrim)|hagravens]] and other alchemists into their traps to be sacrificed and harvested for their magical characteristics.<ref>''[[Field Guide to Spriggans]]''</ref> Spriggans usually live in sacred groves, where they feel an innate connection to the groves' native animals. Because of this, Spriggans are able to enthrall wildlife such as bears and hornets, but also a multitude of other forest-dwelling creatures. As a result of this relationship, they are often called "Nature's Guardians."<ref>Gameplay in {{Skyrim}}</ref> Spriggans are female tree spirits and as such are always found in areas that feature trees or other flora, and appear to be connected to the plant known as [[Nirnroot (Skyrim)|nirnroot]].<ref>''[[Alchemist's Journal]]''</ref> There seems to be two variations of Spriggans as some walk on two legs, while others walk on four.<ref>Appearance in {{Online|!}}</ref>
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==Burnt Spriggan==
  
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[[Burnt Spriggan]]s are the flaming variant of Spriggans that live on the island of [[Solstheim]] after the [[Red Year]] and were believed to be normal Spriggans up to the eruption of [[Red Mountain]]. This sugests that because of the eruption they were turned into the creatures they are now.<ref>Info from Burnt Spriggan page</ref>  In battle Burnt Spriggans flame destruction spells and when close to death emit a small explosion of fire. They are also more aggressive then the normal Spriggans.<ref>Combat in Dragonborn</ref> Dialogue with Neloth indicates that Burnt Spriggans feel less pain then the normal variant as they "don't twitch as much".<ref>Dialogue with Neloth</ref>
  
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[[File:Lurcher.png|thumb|A Lurcher]]
  
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==Lurcher==
  
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[[Lurcher]]s are created through the use of dark magic by corrupting a Spriggan as the Spriggans spirit remains tortured until it is defeated. Lurchers are not always in service of dark witches and wizards as many are in service guarding the [[Wilderking]] in his court.<ref>Events of Online</ref>
  
   
 
==Powers and abilities==
  
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==Behavior==
  
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Spriggans in the wild generally remain peaceful, often nurturing and healing wildlife. They are usually seen guarding nirnroot as in the case of the [[Giant Nirnroot Island]], and protect nature at any cost, often attacking anything that comes into their sacred groves.<ref>Events of "[[Hunter and Hunted]]"</ref>
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Spriggans in the wild generally remain peaceful, often nurturing and healing wildlife. They are usually seen guarding nirnroot as in the case of the [[Giant Nirnroot Island]], and protect nature at any cost, often attacking anything that comes into their sacred groves.<ref>''[[Hunter and Hunted]]''</ref>
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===Lurcher===
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[[File:Lurcher.png|thumb|A Lurcher]]
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[[Lurcher]]s are created through the use of dark magic by corrupting a Spriggan as the Spriggans spirit remains tortured until it is defeated. Lurchers are not always in service of dark witches and wizards as many are in service guarding the [[Wilderking]] in his court.<ref>Events of {{Online}}</ref>
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===Burnt Spriggan===
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[[Burnt Spriggan]]s are the flaming variant of Spriggans that live on the island of [[Solstheim]] after the [[Red Year]] and were believed to be normal Spriggans up to the eruption of [[Red Mountain]]. This suggests that because of the eruption they were turned into the creatures they are now.<ref>Info from Burnt Spriggan page</ref>  In battle Burnt Spriggans flame destruction spells and when close to death emit a small explosion of fire. They are also more aggressive then the normal Spriggans.<ref>Combat in Dragonborn</ref> Dialogue with [[Neloth (Dragonborn)|Neloth]] indicates that Burnt Spriggans feel less pain then the normal variant as they "don't twitch as much".<ref>Dialogue with [[Neloth (Dragonborn)|Neloth]]</ref>
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===Spriggan Earth Mother===
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[[Spriggan Earth Mother]]s are a much more powerful variant of spriggans. They often have a purple coloring and have a more experienced control over nature.
   
 
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Revision as of 01:47, 18 March 2015

For other uses, see Spriggan.
Spriggan Concept Art (Skyrim)

a Spriggan

TESV Burnt Spriggan

A Burnt Spriggan

The Spriggan is a tree-like creature native to the continent of Tamriel, where they are often found in forests and groves.

Origins

according to Skaal legends Spriggans on Solstheim were created when the All-Maker breathed life onto the land and it flew through the trees.[1]

Description

In appearance, a Spriggan appears to be made of entirely wood and magical energy, the source of which is their taproot. They are heavily attracted to taproot, and therefore are often lured by hagravens and other alchemists into their traps to be sacrificed and harvested for their magical characteristics.[2] Spriggans usually live in sacred groves, where they feel an innate connection to the groves' native animals. Because of this, Spriggans are able to enthrall wildlife such as bears and hornets, but also a multitude of other forest-dwelling creatures. As a result of this relationship, they are often called "Nature's Guardians."[3] Spriggans are female tree spirits and as such are always found in areas that feature trees or other flora, and appear to be connected to the plant known as nirnroot.[4] There seems to be two variations of Spriggans as some walk on two legs, while others walk on four.[5]

Powers and abilities

When in battle, Spriggans use a spell that sends a swarm of hornets onto their foe that poisons them, and are able to turn themselves invisible. They are also able to control animals to fight for them, also spriggans are able to heal and resurrect themselves.[6]

Behavior

Spriggans in the wild generally remain peaceful, often nurturing and healing wildlife. They are usually seen guarding nirnroot as in the case of the Giant Nirnroot Island, and protect nature at any cost, often attacking anything that comes into their sacred groves.[7]

Variants

Lurcher

Lurcher

A Lurcher

Lurchers are created through the use of dark magic by corrupting a Spriggan as the Spriggans spirit remains tortured until it is defeated. Lurchers are not always in service of dark witches and wizards as many are in service guarding the Wilderking in his court.[8]

Burnt Spriggan

Burnt Spriggans are the flaming variant of Spriggans that live on the island of Solstheim after the Red Year and were believed to be normal Spriggans up to the eruption of Red Mountain. This suggests that because of the eruption they were turned into the creatures they are now.[9]  In battle Burnt Spriggans flame destruction spells and when close to death emit a small explosion of fire. They are also more aggressive then the normal Spriggans.[10] Dialogue with Neloth indicates that Burnt Spriggans feel less pain then the normal variant as they "don't twitch as much".[11]

Spriggan Earth Mother

Spriggan Earth Mothers are a much more powerful variant of spriggans. They often have a purple coloring and have a more experienced control over nature.

Appearances

References

  1. ↑ Skaal dialogue in Bloodmoon
  2. ↑ Field Guide to Spriggans
  3. ↑ Gameplay in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
  4. ↑ Alchemist's Journal
  5. ↑ Appearance in Online
  6. ↑ Gameplay in The Elder Scrolls III: Bloodmoon
  7. ↑ Hunter and Hunted
  8. ↑ Events of The Elder Scrolls Online
  9. ↑ Info from Burnt Spriggan page
  10. ↑ Combat in Dragonborn
  11. ↑ Dialogue with Neloth
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