
While players might poke fun at the fact that many characters look the same, the game still has its fair share of impressive unique NPCs that can end up being the Dragonborn's followers as well. Updated March 9, 2023, by Ritwik Mitra: Skyrim is a massive game that is littered with hundreds of NPCs. Which NPCs are the best followers in Skyrim that players should seek out?

Others, however, can be stalwart shields, deadly damage-dealers, or supportive healers. Some lack the necessary qualities to be genuinely useful, acting as baggage. In their search, some may align themselves with the Dragonborn, although not all followers are made equal. Skyrim is a diverse land with many adventurers seeking knowledge, power, and riches. They not only help to stave off loneliness in the sometimes bleak and cold world of The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimbut also carry the burdens of traveling alongside the player, both figuratively and literally. The ability to have AI-controlled companions has been a nice feature in many of the Elder Scrolls games.
