ESO Chronological Timeline Guide - Best Way to Play the Story

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26 Chapters

Main Quest

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Welcome, Vestige, to the very beginning of your epic journey in The Elder Scrolls Online, the Main Quest, also known as the Planemeld Saga. This foundational storyline is the heart of the game's original narrative, thrusting you directly into a cosmic conflict that threatens the very existence of Tamriel. Your adventure begins in the chilling depths of the Wailing Prison, where you awaken as a soulless prisoner, a victim of a sinister ritual.

You soon discover that the Daedric Prince Molag Bal, the Lord of Domination, is attempting to merge his realm of Coldharbour with Nirn, an apocalyptic event known as the Planemeld. Guided by the mysterious Prophet and aided by an unlikely band of allies, you are tasked with recovering your stolen soul and ultimately stopping Molag Bal's devastating invasion.

This grand narrative will take you across the diverse lands of Tamriel, intertwining with the struggles of the three warring alliances as you seek to unite forces against a common, world-ending enemy. This story is the core experience of the base game and is essential for understanding the larger lore of ESO.

The Elder Scrolls Online Main Quests

  • Soul Shriven in Coldharbour: Escape from the depths of Coldharbour.
  • The Harborage: Explore visions of the past with the Prophet.
  • Daughter of Giants: Rescue Lyris Titanborn from her Coldharbour prison.
  • Chasing Shadows: Locate the agent of evil lurking in a nearby city.
  • Castle of the Worm: Grant a request for asylum from a prisoner in the Castle of the Worm.
  • The Tharn Speaks: Help the Chancellor uncover some new information at a Worm Cult lair.
  • Halls of Torment: Save the missing companion from the Halls of Torment.
  • Valley of Blades: Retrieve the Ring of Stendarr's Mercy from the Valley of Blades.
  • Shadow of Sancre Tor: Retrieve the Amulet of Kings from its hiding place.
  • Council of the Five Companions: Join the Five Companions and prepare for the final confrontation with Molag Bal.
  • Messages Across Tamriel: Help the Great Mage set up an All-Banners meeting in a neutral location.
  • The Weight of Three Crowns: Convince all three alliances to invade Coldharbour.
  • God of Schemes: Use the power of the Amulet of Kings to defeat Molag Bal.
  • Cadwell's Silver: Use Meridia's blessing to explore a second alliance.
  • Cadwell's Gold: Use Meridia's blessing to explore a third alliance.
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