Scathing Mage
Dungeon set · exact bonuses below, straight from the game data.
data retrieved 2026-06-11 · datamined via UESPAt a glance
TypeDungeon
Where to get itImperial City, Imperial City Prison
Max equipped pieces5 pieces
Bonus lines4
Perfected versionNo
Slot typesLight(All) Shield Weapons(All) Neck Ring
Set bonuses
| Pieces | Bonus (exact datamined text) |
|---|---|
| 2 pc | Adds 25-1096 Maximum Magicka |
| 3 pc | Adds 15-657 Critical Chance |
| 4 pc | Adds 15-657 Critical Chance |
| 5 pc | When you deal direct damage, you have a 20% chance to increase your Weapon and Spell Damage by 12-516 for 5 seconds. This effect can occur once every 5 seconds. |
What else drops here?
Other sets from Imperial City Prison (2)
Other sets from Imperial City (8)
Where & how to get it
Where to get it: Imperial City, Imperial City Prison
Access: Base game — free since Update 49 (originally Imperial City) — per UESP dungeon/trial/arena data; check the DLC checker.
Slots (5):
Light(All)ShieldWeapons(All)NeckRing
FAQ
What does Scathing Mage do?
Scathing Mage is a Dungeon set with 4 bonus lines. At 5 pieces, its top bonus is: When you deal direct damage, you have a 20% chance to increase your Weapon and Spell Damage by 12-516 for 5 seconds. This effect can occur once every 5 seconds. See the full table above for every piece tier.
Where do you get Scathing Mage?
Imperial City, Imperial City Prison.
Is there a perfected version of Scathing Mage?
No — Scathing Mage has no perfected variant in the datamined data.
What slots can Scathing Mage go in?
Light(All) Shield Weapons(All) Neck Ring.
How many pieces do you need for the full Scathing Mage bonus?
5 pieces equipped for the full set.