Sanguine Rose: Crutch?

[Dubzy]

Ever since I obtained the Sanguine Rose and have been using it in most battles, my question is... Do you think its a crutch and I may be easing my way through the battles? Do you think I would benefit more by not using that weapon as much?

 

[junta]

I think you are the best person to answer both your questions. If you think so, then it likely is because its your play style we are talking about here.

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[DdraigGwyn]

There is no doubt it makes life much easier, though the same is true for a follower (except those who keep getting in the way). I see it as a substitute for long-range attacks if I am largely a melee-style character. If you feel it is becoming too much of a crutch, try leaving it at home for a while.
I just love watching him in action, yelling insults at the enemy, one of the most entertaining parts of the game.

 

[Adam Warlock]

I gave Sanguine Rose to my follower Illia for her use in battles since I can now cast a spell for a Dremora if I want it.
As a ranged frost mage, she will use her Dremora Lord and his flaming greatsword to melee on her behalf and particularly against tough foes who resist her ice attacks. A staff that will conjure a Flame Atronach also works for this purpose.
With Illia and 2 Thralls with their own conjuration staffs or spells , I`ve had as many as 6 different combatants at once fighting for the Dragonborn. It makes for quite a show as you can imagine !
I just love it when the Dremora yells " I smell weakness !" and starts slashing at our enemies.
It certainly does make things easier for you , but why should such an advantage be considered a "crutch" ?
If I want to grind my combat skills by getting all the kills myself , I leave my troops at home and adventure solo.

 

[Dubzy]

There is no doubt it makes life much easier, though the same is true for a follower (except those who keep getting in the way). I see it as a substitute for long-range attacks if I am largely a melee-style character. If you feel it is becoming too much of a crutch, try leaving it at home for a while.
I just love watching him in action, yelling insults at the enemy, one of the most entertaining parts of the game.

I do like seeing him charge in and take no prisoners!!!

 

[Ironclad]

I'm around 40th level and still can't find the drunk to start the Sanguine quest.
Had it before, 1st run-through, he is so useful

 

[Dubzy]

I'm around 40th level and still can't find the drunk to start the Sanguine quest.
Had it before, 1st run-through, he is so useful

Maybe this will help.

 

[Su8tle]

I'm around 40th level and still can't find the drunk to start the Sanguine quest.
Had it before, 1st run-through, he is so useful

Sitting at the first table on the right as you enter the Whiterun tavern. From like level 15 on.

 

[DdraigGwyn]

The location varies: I read that he will be at the location closest to you when you hit level 14, and that seems to work for me.

 

[rvk5150]

I like the Wabblejack too....