Why Is Keening in Skyrim?

Keening is a unique dagger crafted by the Dwemer Lord Kagrenac. Keening, Sunder and Wraithguard are the three legendary tools created to control the Heart of Lorkhan. Arniel Gane, who is researching what happened to the Dwemer, had Keening brought to Skyrim during the quest Arniel's Endeavor.

Is keening in Skyrim real?

The Skyrim variant of the Keening is believed to be a counterfeit and not the real thing. According to lore, wielding Keening without Wraithguard proves fatal. Yet in-game, players can pick up, equip and wield Keening with just a slight debuff to their Health, Stamina, and Magicka.

What is the keening used for?

Keening is an enchanted blade that is used to flay and focus the power that rises from the heart. One account states Indoril Nerevar used this dagger to slay King Wulfharth at the Battle of Red Mountain and cut out the Heart of Lorkhan from his body.