Skyrim - This Daedric Artifact is Alive - Umbra - Elder Scrolls Lore

[@EZGoes]

"My name is Umbra, and I'll see you in the next one" well played

[@RayAkuma]

That was a nice touch

[@FIGHT-R]

Had to rewind just for that lol.

[@cot1579]

Me and my friend are convinced that Umbra’s true power is utter replacement. The ability to completely take over it’s weilder, and the uncanny disappearance of its wielders mentions in history, make me think it literally replaces you, physically, metaphysically, and everything in between. So in my opinion Umbra is a sentient Soul Gem

[@sleepysartorialist]

Oooo that's a fascinating thread to tug on

[@johncasler7848]

I look at it more like demonic possession how the sword works in its method.. it's like a demon possessing an item then coming in contact with a suitable host

[@CodeguruX]

Why don't you just git gud and stop being a Daedric Princes bitch? That's why the Dwemer disappeared. They were like 'fuck this, this is stupid. We're all going to invent our own pocket dimension where we can focus on nuclear bombs and actual technology that these elder scroll bad guys have no clue what to do with. They were like the anti-"fantasy forever" race. "You dumb peasant farmer bastards keep dying of old age at 20, we're going to go invent the internet."

[@GnosticAtheist]

Nice

[@babygurleatsshickennuggits4201]

That’d be honestly so cool

[@hermaeusmora4874]

I'm surprised by how quickly you put out such high-quality content. Carry on, mortal

[@Spike2276]

It shouldn't be a high bar for you, considering how long you take to speak a single line of dialogue

[@Meldryn]

He clearly made a deal with Clavicus to be able to do this.. hopefully the price paid is OK

[@TheSkubna]

Is he.... Mortal....

[@LordofDarknessX]

FOR SCOTLAND!!!!!

[@ReformedSauron]

Umbra is arguably my favorite ES weapon alongside Dawnbreaker in terms of aesthetic. The lore is even better though.

[@johnsmiley4215]

Loved the ending, Umbra!

[@EJDubbz]

I was worried nobody else noticed.

[@johanbockey]

Umbra is by far the most interesting weapon in the elder scrolls universe. Good work on the video!

[@OrgusDin]

What about Muatra? Just kidding. Unless?

[@MrRaisinBran]

Nice LOTR reference

[@fernwebber4829]

I love how you always put yourself into the story as the Daedrologist! Makes me want to create lore videos from the perspective of my Redguard scout.

[@YismirGoldFingers]

I totally get what you mean, ive been playing the same dark elf as my main character for years in all elderscrolls games and would love to make content from his perspective

[@thalmoragent9344]

@@YismirGoldFingers Interesting, any backstory you've got for you Dunmer? Maybe even one that's Lore-friendly, perhaps?

[@YismirGoldFingers]

@@thalmoragent9344 not too much lore besides that he started his adventuring days in morrowind, being a spelunker and explorer for hire and a mercenary on the side who after the collapse of the tribunal temple, left to go the heartlands in search of alyid artifacts, and getting roped into helping fight deadra in the oblivion crisis untill leaving for skyrim to help the empire fight in the civil war. My main thing is wanting to write a good reason for him to be in morrowing the heartlands and skyrim without him being "a chosen one", hes definitely more of a freelance explorer, finding caves for mining company's or scouting out bandit camps for the empire and its associates

[@AlexBordeaux-m8f]

Don't

[@pazisad4694]

It was also inspired by the legendary sword Stormbringer, from Michael Moorcock's Elric novels - the same books that served as inspiration for Geralt of Rivia.

[@garylaverty6607]

Let's see, sentient black sword, red runes on the blade, drinks souls, corrupts the wielder... Yep, checks out. "Blood and souls for Arioch!" Time for an albino high elf build methinks.

[@alpharius2omegaboogaloo384]

@@garylaverty6607”But isn’t he most similar to dark-“ “Not in Elder Scrolls.”

[@mjrtaurus2714]

AE Build idea: Umbral Knight. An argonian spellsword that focuses on conjuration, shock destruction magic, heavy armor, and two-handed. They revere the Umbrielic Hist at Sleeping Tree Camp, using Umbra to harvest souls in order to strengthen the tree. These souls they can call on to aid them in battle in many forms of undead.

[@amyduncancinder]

Mr. Drew, I will admit, I knew only a part of Umbra's story. Your telling of it has clarified the parts I did not know and, for that, I am grateful. It is quite frightening to think a sword possesses sentience and can corrupt the very being of a mortal. However, it is quite a tale and I am happy that you told it so well and so clearly. Too bad for Clavicus Vile, though, poor prince cannot admit his failure in containing what seems like a piece of metal, yes? LOL Thank you, kind Sir.

[@RWNetworkEX]

Quality content as always, Umbra 👍

[@flameski_]

I, too, often have to negotiate with my sword... but in a different context. Great video as usual!

[@RealBradMiller]

Keep it sheathed... 😂

[@Playaplaya18]

It's always a blessed day when there's a Drewmora video, but whether those blessings are Divine or Daedric is always in question. Regardless, thank you Drew!

[@realzachfluke1]

hahahaha yeah, for sure!!! 😈¯⁠乁⁠༼⁠☯⁠‿⁠☯⁠✿⁠༽⁠ㄏ😇

[@miniespeon158]

Manifesting an eventual camelworks and drewmora collab 🙌 thanks for curing my insomnia for all these years drew!

[@DrewmoraYT]

Collabs are in the works :)

[@miniespeon158]

@@DrewmoraYT ayee!!!

[@YuriVexed]

The ending sign-off was perfect! -Chef's kiss-

[@corneliuscarver8547]

I was recently contemplating on the nature of wills in Elder Scrolls, particularly the Dragonborns and Umbra's similarity to them. And then I see our favorite Daedrologist's video. Man is my day made!!.

[@MetallicBlaize]

Honestly the more about the lore I learn when it comes to umbra, the more I think it's a reference to the one ring. The similarities are just to striking.

[@evilpac2327]

I loved the ending. When you said you had taken the sword to your tower I thought "this is not good". Great video Umbra.

[@kylehogan2247]

great relic, my personal favorite. Excellent LOTR reference as well, love your script on this one lol

[@retjia7747]

The lore of this artifact is so interesting, thanks for making this video Drew..I mean, Umbra

[@critical3rrrornotfound]

Yes you said Umbra :) and nice reference to the LOTR. And as always great work!

[@maradjade1848]

Just wanted to tell you I love your channel. I'm glad you branched out on your own. Out of the FudgeMuppet crew your my favorite.

[@BlackBurton123]

Tell us more dear Master, tell us about the Star-Made Knight, the bloody, the third, the blamer. Tell us more about their wicked deeds, the Ayleids. Love you brother, u are truly a legend.

[@arlen_95]

It’s such a privilege to find an amazing KZbin channel right at the start of its rise to fame! Your videos are excellent and you’re going to be big soon!

[@crandleberrysadie]

OMC! A Drewmora video. Now it's a great day! Thanks Drew 🙏

[@maradjade1848]

Loved the Lord of The Rings reference.

[@buzhidao5065]

Great video as usual! The bits where you talk about your studies as a daedrologist remind me of those wizardology books I used to read way back

[@garryame4008]

I really hope Umbra shows up in TES 6

[@kaitosevski3881]

Goddamn, that plot twist at the end made my heart stop

[@trethornton1709]

I fucking love Umbra. The Umbra/Azura's Star combo

[@gerbenvanegmond4007]

This story was awesome to listen to. You describe certain things so beautifully and poetically, keep it up Daedrologist :)

[@fearlessretaliator4997]

4th time watching the Umbra video. I hope you are happy Drewmora.

[@TheGoldenGear42]

Awesome video, Umbra is my favorite weapon in all of fantasy so I’m thrilled to of learned about it in such a captivating way!

[@dead_buttons]

I happened upon Champion's Rest and this blade for my first time ever only a few hours before you uploaded this video. Spooky!

[@non1263]

Seamless Lord of the Rings reference.

[@noducks6279]

I like the touch at the end calling yourself Umbra!

[@jam34786]

5:07 well played with the FotR reference!

[@bitysmith]

5:07 always love how you slip in references like this 😂

[@aran.m977]

Umbra is the most interesting and coolest Daedric Artifact that exists and that's a fact

[@DeanoBeano2077]

Another banger thank you for your dedication and amazing narration Drew!!

[@wearytaco1641]

Half laughed, half cried at "it's a strange feeling, self worth" at 5:45

[@yagizsahin_]

One more great listen

[@JayPeG._]

It’s always a really great day when Drew drops another video, I’m sleeping good for the rest of the week 💯🔥

[@kylejohnson525]

Umbra is one of my favourite daedric artifacts

[@duskbringer4583]

Umbra is starting to become Daedric in nature, due Clavicus Vile's essence, I guess, with how it (in creation club) resurfaced like other Daedric Artifacts.

[@Vicstier]

I’m a simple man…I see a Drewmora video, I watch it. It ain’t much, but it’s honest work.

[@Rhygenix]

I just learned about your channel today. It is a shame I haven't heard of it sooner!

[@youtubecensorship842]

Jyggalag literally MVP of the entire culpa. Everyone feared him so much that they teamed up to bind him into madness, but even still he's dunking on the others endlessly.

[@darnellsimpson4413]

Drew, you've done it again!!!

[@CaiusKushsades]

The stuff you make is wonderful, I love your sense of craftsmanship in this. I wonder how hard it'd be to take the transcripts of these videos and sort of impose them into books to put into Skyrim/Oblivion/Morrowind where they fit and make a cool little scavenger hunt mod. At the very least it'd be a wonderful way to advertise the channel lol if I ever learn the CK I may hit you up to ask your permission to do that

[@dawndarklight44]

It is relatively one of the most useful and realistically designed sword in the games.

[@brianolinger3973]

Nice quote drop from LOTR when describing Umbra passing through time. My turn: “One sword to rule them all…”

[@Galimeer5]

So... Venom but a sword instead of a gooey alien

[@Zoey--]

Finding Umbra and its wielder in Oblivion was one of the hardest most memorable fights for me.

[@UnswimmingFishYT]

"My name is Umbra," that's perfect.

[@4wilmo]

SO stoked to have a bunch of your videos to binge now that I’m done with final exams 😋 keep it up my guy 🖤

[@donovanunger8080]

Love the “my name is umbra” at the end

[@alyxxpratt678]

Umbra reminds me of the Anubis sword from JJBA Stardust Crusaders

[@narosedraconis2424]

Great now somebody has to make another Umbra mod. Where we fight a Breton once named Drew, but is now Umbra. XD

[@Gardiken]

Great touch ending it with, “my name is umbra…”

[@briskhockey]

I see you with the Galadirel quote!

[@denisrivarola2387]

Thank you for keeping these up my dude, thank you so much ♪

[@lemonj3537]

“My name is umbra, and I’ll see you in the next one” ….what?

[@Jonahkiin]

respect for that LotR line reading

[@Duranous.]

I love Elric of Melniboné lore... I mean Elder Scrolls lore! But really, an ancient evil black runed blade form from the stuff of chaos that is a sentient entity that demands to drink the souls of the slain, needs a host, forms a "symbiotic relationship" with that host sharing the stolen life essence of victims, and ends up being a parasite/corruptor/destroyer of it's host? Add on to that Clavicus Vile's penchant dooming his champions to slay their love ones. Yeah, definitely inspired.

[@BaddeGrasse]

Perfection! Thank you Umbra!

[@brianschwarm8267]

There is a great quest mod involving the sword called there is no umbra. It’s fantastic

[@tekdaystar345]

like the best Umbra skyrim mod describes it, a "mutual" merging of the minds.

[@tekdaystar345]

@@usertext-jaredpollin33 I can’t imagine any of the Fudgemuppets talkingn like that. Fuck off scammer.

[@elmine7707]

Babe quick a new Drewmora video just dropped

[@Spike2276]

My favorite Daedrologist talking about my favorite artifact

[@D_Pellagrino]

Smooth insertion of that LoTR bit 😉

[@WhimsicalCreature457]

The swords is one of my favorite relics in TES. It’s like Soul Caliber from the series of the same name.

[@Mary_Beth_Reimer]

Very well done, thank you! 💙💙💙

[@roxideskye]

I like what you did at the end there Umbra ^_^

[@mathisirondil]

I don't know what the general consensus on them is, but I adored the Greg Keyes books. Really wish Zeni/Bethesda would commission some more novels. All that's out there that I can find are a trilogy of self published books someone is selling on Amazon lol.

[@oshii3585]

I can't believe I missed this when it first came out. Babe, wake up... Drewmora uploaded another video.

[@dissect123]

Umbra hungers ⚔

[@luckyjedi429]

“My name is Umbra and I’ll see you in the next one.” You good, man? Not still holding that sword?

[@smugglersmoon8852]

The Galadriel line 👌

[@sandmancase9]

I would not pass the test, and would be beautiful and terrible as the dawn.

[@amo5743]

as soon as you said "and some things that should not have been forgotten..." i instantly knew where you were going with that hahaha, probs one of the most iconic pieces of dialogue in cinema

[@m16dude967]

As a hand of Sithis, you are welcome to try Umbra :D Umbra: "YOU KEEP THAT DAMN PERSON AWAY FROM ME!!!!"

[@awendigowithinternetaccess4400]

Thank you, Umbra the Daedrologist, for yet another beautiful video. ^^

[@DrFranklynAnderson]

Umbra: deep and complex lore surrounding the nature of identity and consciousness My thick-skulled orc warrior in Oblivion: “Oh cool, a sword where I don’t have to pay to recharge my magic items!” 😂

[@Im-Not-a-Dog]

The ultimate trickster and egotist decided to put part of his sentience into a living weapon. Honestly, we're lucky it turned out as good as it did. If it would have inherited the right bits of Clavicus, Umbra could have been a world killer even without Umbriel. Clavicus had already invested any semblance of "Good" that he possessed in Barbus, so what then was left to make the personality of Umbra?

[@Reddotzebra]

I don't think "good" is the right word exactly. Barbus is made out of loyalty, which is kind of ironic. The greatest deal he ever made was to invest a large chunk of his power into the one friend that will never betray him.

[@briskcola3492]

This sword is make Molag Bal Blush on how much this thing corrupts

[@jeffgoode9865]

Nice Lord of the Rings reference. 👍

[@imbombur]

I caught that lotr reference

[@dicynodon1018]

Used guar salesman gotta be the background of my next character 😂 Love the video Drew!

[@donnagriffith2716]

Yes it WILL corrupt you. Along with the Ubral Knight enchantment, which one you learn you can put on ANYTHING. And that Vile Ring, it turns you into a GOD, Unstoppable. Unkillable.

[@cpt.taselbymc8400]

By the 9, that lord of the rings reference

[@javedshhhh]

I think we need to appreciate the comment ‘a used guar salesman’ that’s gold. No I’m sorry that’s pure gold 😂

[@timothywhitney6307]

Amazing video! I love the intro to this video! Keep up the good work and the content! Love the channel!

[@PlebIsland69]

Another awesome video, Drew!

[@dogcarman]

“My name is…” - I see what you did there. 😉

[@lipfacexo]

Your boy don't miss 😤👌

[@Kivlor]

This is definitely inspired by the Elric of Melniboné tales. Or directly references them

[@ye4thorn]

Power seems tempting, but then I remember I already have stronger weapons, so it can keep hanging on the weapon rack.

[@kylarhellflame393]

For a second I thought I was watching lord of the rings at those lines

[@finlay9616]

new job for you modders out there, make a clavicus vile that's modeled after Drew and his FUCKIN HANDSOME ASS FACE WHICH MAKES ME FEEL THINGS