Which is better, Azura's star or Black Star?

For gameplay, the Black Star is generally better because it can trap powerful humanoid (black) souls, which are abundant, making enchanting and recharging items much easier; however, choosing Azura's Star (the "good" choice) gives you a unique follower (Aranea Ienith) and aligns with a more moral roleplaying, but it traps weaker creature (white) souls, requiring more effort for grand souls. The choice depends on whether you prioritize power/convenience or roleplaying/companionship.
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Is it better to bring the star to Aranea or Nelacar?

For gameplay, giving the star to Nelacar for the Black Star is generally better because it easily traps powerful human (grand) souls, while giving it to Aranea yields the standard Azura's Star (only non-human grand souls); however, choosing Aranea unlocks her as a powerful mage follower, making it a choice between utility (Black Star) and companionship (Aranea). 
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What is the most powerful soul gem in Skyrim?

The strongest soul gems in Skyrim are the Black Soul Gem, the Grand Soul Gem, and the unique reusable versions, The Black Star and Azura's Star, all capable of holding the most potent Grand level souls for maximum enchantment power. While Grand Soul Gems hold creature souls, Black Gems capture human/NPC souls (always Grand), making them highly efficient, with The Black Star being the reusable version of the Black Gem, and Azura's Star the reusable Grand Gem.
 
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Can you get both Azura's star and the Black Star?

You have to pick Azura's Star or Black Star, you don't upgrade from one to the other. If you go to Azura's Shrine, you get Azura's Star, if you go to the elf in Winterhold, you get the Black Star.
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What happens if I give Azuras Star to Martin?

You get Azura's Star as a reward. DO NOT GIVE THE STAR TO MARTIN. Martin will destroy the artifact you give him - and Azura's Star might actually be the best item in the entire game, regardless of build. If that's all you needed to hear, you can stop reading.
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YOU CHOSE WRONG! Azura's Star or The Black Star?

Do I lose the Daedric artifact if I give it to Martin?

It's very clear that the artifact will be destroyed.
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Who is best to give the star of Azura to?

You should bring Azura's Star to either Aranea Ienith (for the standard, good Azura's Star and a follower) or Nelacar (for the more powerful, "evil" Black Star that traps sentient souls) in Skyrim, a choice that depends on your character's morality and gameplay preference for reusable soul gems. 
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What's the difference between Black Star & Azura's Star?

Well, The Black Star is capable of trapping an infinite amount of Black Souls, which are found in Humans, Elves and Orcs, but nowhere else. Azura's Star is capable of doing the same, except it can Trap any souls BUT Black ones, so if it can't be trapped by the Black Star, Azura's Star can hold it.
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Is Azuras Star one time use?

Most Soul Gems can only be used one time, but Azura's Star is special because it can be reused forever.
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What is the best combination for enchanting?

The optimal enchantment orders is [(Leggings + Protection IV)@4 + (Unbreaking III + Mending)@2]@7 with a cost of 4 + 2 + 7 = 13 levels.
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What's the best stone to use in Skyrim?

Standing Stone Further Rankings
  • (1) Lover Stone.
  • (2) Steed Stone.
  • (3) One of the first three stones: Warrior, Thief, or Mage.
  • (4) The Lady Stone, as it provides much needed Health and Stamina recovery.
  • (5) The Lord Stone, providing ANY build incredible additional survivability.
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Is Azura's star worth keeping?

"It is highly recommended that you do NOT give up Azura's Star; this item is much too useful to lose. It is essentially a reusable Grand Soul Gem, and it becomes particularly valuable as you start to rely on enchanted weapons later in the game.
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What happens if I choose Azura over Nelacar?

Alternatively, if Azura's Star is chosen over the Black Star, Nelacar will also be angry towards the Dragonborn.
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Should you give Martin Azuras star?

No, you should not give Azura's Star to Martin in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion because it's an incredibly powerful, reusable soul gem that's essential for enchanting, and giving it to him means losing it permanently for that playthrough. Instead, find another Daedric artifact you don't use much, like the Mace of Molag Bal or Wabbajack, to sacrifice for the main quest. 
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Is Azura the only good Daedra?

Depends on the culture. For example, the book Darkest Darkness says that "the Good Daedra are Boethiah, Azura, and Mephala." For example, Boethiah, who is associated with the usually negative concepts of deceit, murder, and treason, is viewed as one of, if not the most important daedric princes in Dunmeri culture.
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Is the Black Star good for leveling up?

Considering the abundance of enemies with black souls and the scarcity of enemies with Grand-level white souls, the Black Star is recommended over Azura's Star for players who want to develop the Enchanting skill at a fast pace, especially when used in conjunction with soul-trapping weapons such as Mace of Molag Bal.
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Who should I bring the star to, Aranea or Nelacar?

In The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, giving the broken Azura's Star to Nelacar gives you The Black Star (traps human/black souls, great for enchanting) while giving it to Aranea Ienith gives you the standard Azura's Star (traps creature/white souls) and makes her a follower; most players prefer Nelacar for the superior Black Star, which traps powerful human souls and can glitch to hold any soul.
 
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Can you reuse Azura Star?

Yes, Azura's Star is a reusable grand soul gem in The Elder Scrolls games (Morrowind, Oblivion, Skyrim), meaning it can capture and release souls for enchanting and recharging items infinitely without being consumed, unlike regular soul gems. While the soul trapped within is used up, the Star itself remains in your inventory, ready to be refilled, making it extremely valuable for players.
 
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What is the proper offering Azura requires?

To start this quest, you'll need to be at least level 10. Additionally, you'll need to pick up an offering of Glow Dust - the easiest place to get this is The Main Ingredient, found in the Market District of the Imperial City.
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What not to sell in Skyrim?

Don't Sell Enchanted Items

While enchanted items are often very valuable - and sell for quite a lot, those who want to enchant their own Weapons and Armor should refrain from selling enchanted items when they can be disenchanted instead.
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Do I need all 15 daedric artifacts at once?

To obtain it, 15 Daedric artifacts must be collected. Note that due to updates, one need only to have possessed 15 Artifacts (excluding the Skeleton Key). They do not all need to be in the inventory, or even in possession, one just needs to have finished the requisite quests and obtained the items at some point.
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Who is the weakest Daedric Prince in the Elder Scrolls?

Peryite is seen as the weakest of Daedric Princes, however that still makes him much stronger than any mortal.
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