To make the forge work, first two steam valves need to be closed. Finally the Dragonborn enters the impressive chamber of the Aetherium Forge. Here Katria suggests activating the two resonators above the gate, by shooting at them.
Follow the path through the huge cave, until reaching a closed off gate. Shorty thereafter a Dwemer elevator shaft shoots out of the ground, making way to the forge.Įnter the elevator to the forge, and dive into the depths. Katria then warns the Dragonborn to quickly step back from the platform. Katria suggests to retrieve the shards that have now been neatly placed in a gear-like object, the Aetherium Crest. In the Ruins of Bthalft, visit the central, celestial-looking sculpture on a platform, and place the shards into it. Walkthrough Reach the summit of Arkngthamz Solve the Tonal Lock Claim the treasure of Arkngthamz Speak with Katria Locate the Aetherium Forge Retrieve Katria's Journal (Optional) Speak with Katria Place the Aetherium Shards Īfter having found all four Aetherium Shards, Katria directs the Dragonborn to the Ruins of Bthalft where the legendary Aetherium Forge is rumoured to be. Search for Crafting Materials (Optional).