Looking for a loving partner in Skyrim? Here is a list of the best wives that you can acquire, outlining the benefits they bring and tips on how to win their affection. Find your perfect match here!
The best wives in Skyrim are:
What do I get for marrying someone?
Your spouse will become a merchant, and provide 100 Gold every 24 hours. This Gold accumulates.
Additionally, the spouse may come with a house that you gain full access to. The house your partner lives in can be changed at any time.
The player can ask their spouse to cook a meal for them too, once a day.
Any adopted children will live with the spouse, and open unique dialogue interactions between them all.
Finally, sleeping next to a spouse provides the Lover’s Comfort buff, boosting skill experience rate by 15% for 8 hours!
To start, you will need an Amulet of Mara.
How do I get an Amulet of Mara?
Merchants and general containers have a small chance of selling or containing an Amulet of Mara.
Otherwise, the easiest and most fun way to get one is via the Book of Love quest-line, offered by Dinya Balu in the Temple of Mara, Riften.
10. Muiri
Offering very little in terms of game-play, Muiri is one of the prettiest wives available in Skyrim.
She’s a fan favorite for her looks, and meme’d for her means of acquiring affection.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Breton | No | No |
Where to find
How to marry
Quite a dark one, Muiri requires the player to kill her ex-partner, as well as her friend.
Note: You cannot marry her if you destroy the Dark Brotherhood.
9. Ria
One of the few followers who prefer to dual wield weapons, Ria is a powerful warrior and faithful wife.
She can die though, so if you plan to have her as a follower and a wife, make sure you keep an eye on her in battle.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial | Yes | No |
Where to find
How to marry
Complete the Companions main quest-line.
8. Camilla Valerius
Camilla has a few men chasing her, Faendal is particularly stalker-ish and will follow her wherever she goes, even after marriage.
If you ask her to move to your house in a different town, Faendal will still continue to visit her. Might be worth disposing of him.
She can take over the Riverwood Trader if something happens to Lucan, just something to consider!
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial | No | No |
Where to find
Riverwood Trader in Riverwood.
How to marry
Her brother, Lucan, will ask you to retrieve the Golden Claw. After doing so, Camilla’s affection will be high enough to marry.
7. Jenassa
One of two Dark Elves on the list, Jenassa is a strong and independent potential spouse.
Like Ria, she can be killed in battle. Preferring Light Armor over Heavy Armor decreases her survivability, but she does like using bows to keep her out of range of combat.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Dunmer | No | No |
Where to find
The Drunken Huntsman in Whiterun.
How to marry
Hiring her as a follower will grant enough affection to unlock marriage.
6. Ysolda
Ysolda is a beautiful and loyal Nord, and one of the first potential spouses you encounter.
Owning a home in Whiterun which is conveniently close to vendors and the marketplace makes her an ideal early marriage choice.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Nord | No | Yes |
Where to find
Whiterun. Sometimes in the Bannered Mare, but usually roaming the Marketplace.
How to marry
Ysolda will ask you to provide a Mammoth Tusk, once you’ve given her one, she’ll be available for marriage.
The easiest way to acquire a Mammoth Tusk is in a chest on the 2nd floor of the Drunken Huntsman, also in Whiterun.
5. Brelyna Maryon
Brelyn is an adept magic user with a shy and humble personality. At first, she can seem a bit conceited but a few polite dialogue responses will change that.
She can also become a follower, utilising high damage spells to demolish enemies from range.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Dunmer | Yes | No |
Where to find
Hall of Attainment in the College of Winterhold.
How to marry
Brelyna has a quest available, where she needs someone to test her skills upon. Complete this quest to unlock marriage.
4. Uthgerd the Unbroken
Another occupant of Whiterun, Uthgerd’s house is easily accessible after fast traveling to the gates.
Far from a stay-at-home wife, Uthgerd is a powerful warrior who will sport heavy armor and join you in your adventures.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Nord | Yes | Yes |
Where to find
The Bannered Mare in Whiterun.
How to marry
Uthgerd will wager she can beat you in a punching brawl. Beating her will impress her so much, she’ll want to marry you!
3. Borgakh the Steel Heart
Stuck in her home stronghold of Mor Khazgur, Borgakh dreams of a life of freedom and will soon be married to an Orc Chief.
Until the Dragonborn comes to visit, that is. Recruiting her as a follower will provide an excellent option as her standard Orcish equipment is strong at almost all stages of the game.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Orc | Yes | No |
Where to find
How to marry
Hire her as a follower so she can finally leave Mor Khazgur to have a chance of marrying Borgakh.
2. Mjoll the Lioness
A woman of strong convictions, Mjoll opposes corruption, such as the Thieves’ Guild.
Such a personality can be intimidating to a lot of players, but you’ll barely find a better potential wife in Skyrim.
Also, she can’t die!
She’s pretty much invaluable as both a follower and a wife, providing Lover’s Comfort for each night slept together as well as being an excellent warrior in combat.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Nord | Yes | Yes |
Where to find
Inside the Bee and Barn Inn of Riften, or wandering close by.
How to marry
One of the more difficult ones. To start, you’ll need to be at least level 14 and agree with her when she says the Thieves Guild are evil.
She’ll grant you a quest, Grimsever’s Return, which will open her mind to marriage upon completion.
1. Aela the Huntress
Efficient and capable warrior, stunning looks, and a resonant personality.
Having a perfect blend of game-play and aesthetic aspects is Aela the Huntress, widely considered to be the best follower & spouse in Skyrim!
Once the companion’s quest-line is completed and she becomes available for marriage, she’ll no longer be considered an essential character and will be able to be killed.
| Race | Follower | Comes with House |
|---|---|---|
| Nord | Yes | No |
Where to find
How to marry
Complete the Companions main quest-line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Marriage in Skyrim is just like marriage in real life, creating a bond between two people to share.
To start, you need to acquire an Amulet of Mara. Each potential spouse will have their own requirements but they usually involve some kind of quest.
Anyone can marry any gender in Skyrim.
No, there are no Bosmer or Khajit women to marry.
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