If in a pack, wolves will use flanking and diversionary tactics to bring down prey. Solitary wolves can be encountered, or packs of two or three may be found. The natural camouflage of their coats make them difficult to see in the snow. They can be found in higher elevations in the mountains or in the northeastern, frozen areas of Skyrim. Continuing to approach them will instigate an attack.īy contrast, Ice Wolves are more powerful, aggressive and deadly, possessing more health and capable of dealing more damage than the standard wolf. Wolves howling or assuming an aggressive stance are giving a warning that the Dragonborn is getting too close to them.
They have territorial habits - in most cases, they will not attack the Dragonborn unless he or she draws near. Although the wolves of Skyrim can be vicious, they are not always aggressive.