
Agent of Malacath
A training ground for Malacath’s most devoted followers, the Oathsworn Pit has recently been overrun by a mysterious new group of Wood Elves. The God of Curses demands retribution for his fallen warriors, and you and your party have been chosen to act in his name. “The Oathsworn Pit is where Malacath’s devotees train in various combat styles and learn to follow the Code of Mauloch,” explains Helena Wachhaus, one of ESO’s Writer-Designers. “The Oathsworn recently welcomed a group of Wood Elves to the pit, but the newcomers betrayed their trust. It’s up to the players to deal out Malacath’s vengeance and rescue what remains of the Oathsworn before they’re all killed.” When writing the story for this dungeon, the team saw an opportunity to explore the many facets of an oft misunderstood and maligned Daedric Prince. “Malacath’s an interesting prince. He’s the Lord of Ash and Bone, the Oathbreaker, and the God of Curses, but to Orcs, he’s Mauloch the Lord of the Sworn Oath—Defender of the Betrayed,” explains Wachhaus. “With this dungeon, we explore how Orcs view Mauloch. He might be a vengeful and bloody Daedric Prince—and the Oathsworn reflect this too—but when his followers’ trust is betrayed, he’ll make sure that dishonor is repaid.” In addition to an exploration of Malacath and his cult, Oathsworn Pit also introduces one of the major factions you’ll encounter in the upcoming Gold Road Chapter, the Recollection. “The group of Wood Elves who attack the pit play a major part in next Chapter’s story. I don’t want to give too much away, but the Recollection has a lot of schemes and plans that won’t be immediately apparent—something to look out for in this dungeon!”Battle in the Lodges
Saving the Oathsworn from the Recollection is no simple task, since any force able to overwhelm Malacath’s chosen is capable indeed. Thankfully, you are joined by the Orc Bazrag, who assists you in battling the invaders, avoiding their many traps, and uncovering the secrets of the Oathsworn. In addition to this powerful ally, cunning adventurers may find ways to use the environment to their advantage. “The Oathsworn built their temple and all three of their lodges around an enormous pit,” explains Shane Slama, one of ESO’s Senior Content Designers. “The pit is featured throughout as you quest through the area, even allowing those who are sneaky to use it to their advantage to dispatch some overconfident Recollection members.”

Vengeful Rewards
If you enact Malacath’s will and cleanse the Oathsworn Pit of the usurpers, you’ll find no shortage of rewards for your deeds. This includes collectibles, achievements, and item sets, many unique to this dungeon. For example, complete Oathsworn Pit on veteran difficulty and you’ll earn the Malacath’s Dropped Helmet memento. Even better, complete both Oathsworn Pit and Bedlam Veil (the other Scions of Ithelia dungeon) on veteran difficulty and you’ll receive the Bloodmarks of Malacath skin.
