However, there are some followers whose behavior can quickly become more annoying than helpful.Ĭharacters in Skyrim can become followers in a variety of ways. Each of these characters has his or her own skill levels and talents, making some Skyrim followers more useful than others depending on the situation. A number of NPCs throughout The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim can be recruited as followers, helping the Dragonborn as they journey from place to place.