The starting area for characters aligned with the Daggerfall Covenant is Stros M'Kai, an island off the coast of Hammerfell. This tropical location possesses a distinct pirate theme and serves as an introduction for players joining this alliance. Aspiring heroes begin their journey by being shipwrecked on Stros M'Kai after a treacherous storm hits their vessel. From there, adventurers will navigate through quests and encounters specific to this starting area before embarking on further adventures across Tamriel as part of the Daggerfall Covenant faction.