Rune Prison
Sorcerer · Dark Magic · Active — base skill and both morphs, exact values.
data retrieved 2026-06-11 · datamined via UESPAt a glance
Base skill & morphs
Imprison an enemy in a constricting sphere of dark magic. After a short duration they are stunned for 3 seconds. This stun cannot be blocked.
Place a rune of protection on yourself for 2 minutes. While active, the next enemy to attack you is imprisoned in a constricting sphere of dark magic, stunning them after a short delay for 3 seconds. This stun cannot be blocked.
Imprison an enemy in a constricting sphere of dark magic. After a short duration they are stunned for 3 seconds. Deals 1799 Magic Damage if the stun lasts the full duration. This stun cannot be blocked.
Morph differences
What each morph changes relative to the base skill — exact datamined text only, no recommendation of which to pick.
Rune Prison BASE
Imprison an enemy in a constricting sphere of dark magic. After a short duration they are stunned for 3 seconds. This stun cannot be blocked.
Defensive Rune MORPH
Changes vs base: Place a rune of protection on yourself for 2 minutes. While active, the next enemy to attack you is imprisoned in a constricting sphere of dark magic, stunning them after a short delay for 3 seconds.
Rune Cage MORPH
Changes vs base: Deals 1799 Magic Damage if the stun lasts the full duration.
FAQ
What are the morphs of Rune Prison?
Rune Prison has 2 morphs: Defensive Rune, Rune Cage.
What's the difference between the Rune Prison morphs?
Defensive Rune: Place a rune of protection on yourself for 2 minutes. While active, the next enemy to attack you is imprisoned in a constricting sphere of dark magic, stunning them after a short delay for 3 seconds.
Rune Cage: Deals 1799 Magic Damage if the stun lasts the full duration.
How much does Rune Prison cost?
3510 Magicka.
Where does Rune Prison come from?
Sorcerer · Dark Magic skill line.