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The Elder Scrolls VI

The Elder Scrolls VI

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The Elder Scrolls VI is the next installment in Bethesda Game Studios' acclaimed RPG series, the same team behind Skyrim and Fallout 4. Expect a vast open world filled with exploration, deep lore, and the freedom to forge your own path. Whether you're delving into ancient ruins, mastering powerful magic, or engaging in thrilling combat, Tamriel awaits your legend.

This guide is your essential companion for navigating the challenges and uncovering the secrets of The Elder Scrolls VI. We'll cover everything from tracking down elusive collectibles and mastering difficult boss encounters to understanding the game's multiple endings and achieving that coveted Gold Medal on every mission. Get ready to experience Tamriel like never before.

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Complete walkthrough for The Elder Scrolls VI, covering character creation, main quests, and guild missions like the Thieves Guild, Fighters Guild, and Dark Brotherhood.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Starting a Character
    • Picking your Race and Sex
  2. 2
    Tutorial: Imperial Prison
  3. 3
    Tutorial: Imperial Substructure
  4. 4
    Tutorial: Natural Caverns
  5. 5
    Tutorial: Imperial Subterrane
  6. 6
    Tutorial: The Sanctum
  7. 7
    Tutorial: The Sewers
  8. 8
    Main Quest
    • Deliver the Amulet
  9. 9
    Find the Heir
  10. 10
    Breaking the Siege of Kvatch
  11. 11
    Weynon Priory
  12. 12
    The Path of Dawn
  13. 13
    Dagon Shrine
  14. 14
    Spies
  15. 15
    Blood of the Daedra
  16. 16
    Blood of the Divines
  17. 17
    Miscarcand
  18. 18
    Bruma Gate
  19. 19
    Allies for Bruma
  20. 20
    Defense of Bruma
  21. 21
    Great Gate
  22. 22
    Paradise
  23. 23
    Light the Dragonfires
  24. 24
    Imperial Dragon Armor
  25. 25
    Thieves Guild
    • Getting in to the Thieves Guild
  26. 26
    Armand Christophe’s Quests
    • May the Best Thief Win
  27. 27
    Untaxing the Poor
  28. 28
    The Elven Maiden
  29. 29
    S'krivva's Quests
    • Ahdarji's Heirloom
  30. 30
    Misdirection
  31. 31
    Lost Histories
  32. 32
    Taking Care of Lex
  33. 33
    The Gray Fox's Quests
    • Turn a Blind Eye
  34. 34
    Arrow of Extrication
  35. 35
    Boots of Springheel Jak
  36. 36
    The Ultimate Heist
  37. 37
    Fighters Guild
    • Getting in to the Fighters Guild
  38. 38
    Azzan's Tier 1 Quests
    • A Rat Problem
  39. 39
    The Unfortunate Shopkeeper
  40. 40
    Burz gro-Khash's Tier 1 Quests
    • The Desolate Mine
  41. 41
    Unfinished Business
  42. 42
    Modryn Oreyn's Tier 1 Quests
    • Drunk and Disorderly
  43. 43
    Azzan's Tier 2 Quests
    • Den of Thieves
  44. 44
    Burz gro-Khash's Tier 2 Quests
    • Amelion's Debt
  45. 45
    Modryn Oreyn's Tier 2 Quests
    • The Master's Son
  46. 46
    More Unfinished Business
  47. 47
    Azani Blackheart
  48. 48
    Azzan's Tier 3 Quests
    • The Wandering Scholar
  49. 49
    Burz gro-Khash's Tier 3 Quests
    • The Fugitives
  50. 50
    Modryn Oreyn's Tier 3 Quests
    • Trolls of Forsaken Mine
  51. 51
    Azzan's Tier 4 Quests
    • The Stone of St. Alessia
  52. 52
    Burz gro-Khash's Tier 4 Quests
    • The Noble's Daughter
  53. 53
    Mystery at Harlum's Watch
  54. 54
    Modryn Oreyn's Tier 4 Quests
    • Information Gathering
  55. 55
    Infiltration
  56. 56
    The Hist
  57. 57
    The Dark Brotherhood
    • Getting in to The Dark Brotherhood
      • A Knife in the Dark
  58. 58
    Vicente Valtieri's Quests
    • A Watery Grave
  59. 59
    Accidents Happen
  60. 60
    Scheduled Execution
  61. 61
    The Assassinated Man
  62. 62
    Teinaava's Quests
    • The Renegade Shadowscale
  63. 63
    Ocheeva's Quests
Tips
  • Use CTRL+F to quickly navigate the Table of Contents.
  • This guide was written using the XBOX 360 version with the April 30, 2007 Patch version 1.2.0416 and all downloadable content (DLC (downloadable content — extra missions or items released after launch)), including Fighter's Stronghold, Shivering Isles, Knights of the Nine, Mehrune's Razor, Thieves Den, Wizard's Tower, Orrery, Horse Armor Pack, Vile Lair, and Spell Tomes.
  • The guide should be compatible with XBOX 360, PC, and PlayStation 3 versions.
  • PC users may benefit from downloading the unofficial Oblivion Patch and the Unofficial Official Downloads Patch to fix numerous errors.

1. Controls

Navigate the world of The Elder Scrolls VI with ease! This guide breaks down Xbox 360 and PC controls, from movement to menus, ensuring you're ready for any adventure.

Hey there! So you're diving into the world of The Elder Scrolls VI? Awesome! Before you get lost in the wilds or find yourself in a sticky situation, let's make sure you know your way around the controller or keyboard. Getting a handle on the controls early will make your journey so much smoother. We'll cover both the Xbox 360 controller and PC keyboard setups, so no worries!

You can actually remap most of these in the options menu, which is super handy if something just doesn't feel right to you. But for now, let's look at the default setups.

Xbox 360 Controls

Movement Controls

ActionControl
MoveLeft Analog Stick
CameraRight Analog Stick
AttackRight Trigger
Power AttackHold Right Trigger and move Left Analog Stick
ActivateA Button
BlockLeft Trigger
Zoom with BowLeft Trigger
CastRight Bumper
Ready WeaponX Button
SneakLeft Stick Press to Toggle
JumpY Button
Change ViewRight Stick Press to Toggle
JournalB Button
WaitBack Button
GrabLeft Bumper
HotkeysDirectional Pad

Menu Controls

ActionControl
Move cursorLeft Stick and Directional Pad
Change MenusLeft and Right Triggers
Move map cursor ArrowRight Stick
HotkeyY Button
Equip/UnequipA Button
SortA Button
Rotate/Zoom Character modelRight Stick

PC Controls

Movement Controls

ActionControl
MoveW, A, S, D
RunLeft Shift
Always RunCaps Lock
CameraMove Mouse
AttackLeft mouse Button
Power AttackHold Left Mouse Button and press Movement Key
ActivateSpace Bar
BlockRight Mouse Button
Zoom with BowRight Mouse Button
CastC
Ready WeaponF
SneakLeft CTRL
JumpE
Change ViewR
JournalTab, F1, F2, F3, F4
WaitT
GrabZ
Hotkeys1-8

Menu Controls

For menus on PC, it's pretty straightforward: you'll use your mouse to scroll through the options and click on whatever you need. Easy peasy!

2. Walkthrough

Guide to starting your character in The Elder Scrolls VI, covering race selection, gender, and initial stat bonuses for optimal gameplay.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin the game and watch the opening cutscene.
  2. 2
    Enter the Character Creation Screen via the castle doorway.
  3. 3
    Name your character.
  4. 4
    Select your gender (Male or Female).
  5. 5
    Choose your race from the available options.
  6. 6
    Review the default stats (Strength, Intelligence, Willpower, Agility, Speed, Endurance, Luck, Personality) and Special abilities/Skill Bonuses that are assigned based on your race and gender selection.
Tips
  • Read your Oblivion game manual, paying close attention to pages 16-27, before starting to understand key gameplay mechanics.
  • Consider the 7 major skills you want for your character, as they start at 25 points (instead of 5) and are the only skills that allow you to level up your character.
  • The following races and their associated stats/bonuses are available:
    • Imperial: Specials - Absorb Fatigue (100, 1/day), Charm (30, 1/day). Skill Bonuses - Blade +5, Blunt +5, Hand-to-Hand +5, Mercantile +10, Speechcraft +10.
  • Khajiit: Specials - Demoralize (100, 1/day), Night-Eye (30s, 1/day). Skill Bonuses - Acrobatics +10, Athletics +5, Blade +5, Sneak +5, Security +5, Hand-to-Hand +10, Light Armor +5.
  • Nord: Specials - Frost Damage (touch, 50, 1/day), Shield (30, 60s, 1/day), Resist Frost (50, 1/day). Skill Bonuses - Armorer +5, Blade +5, Block +5, Blunt +10, Heavy Armor +10, Restoration +5.
  • Orc: Specials - Berserk (Fortify Health 20, Fortify Fatigue 200, Fortify Strength 50, Drain Agility 100; 60s duration; 1/day), Resist Magicka (25). Skill Bonuses - Armorer +10, Block +10, Blunt +10, Hand-to-Hand +5, Heavy Armor +10.
  • Redguard: Specials - Adrenaline Rush (Fortify Agility 50, Speed 50, Strength 50, Endurance 50, Health 25; 60s duration), Resist Poison (75), Resist Disease (75). Skill Bonuses - Athletics +10, Blade +10, Blunt +10, Light Armor +5, Heavy Armor +5, Mercantile +5.
  • Wood Elf: Specials - Command Creature (20, 60s, 1/day), Resist Disease (75). Skill Bonuses - Acrobatics +5, Alchemy +10, Alteration +5, Light Armor +5, Marksman +10, Sneak +10.
  • Argonian: Specials - Resist Disease (75). Skill Bonuses - (Details not fully provided in source for Argonian skill bonuses).
  • Breton: (Stats and Skill Bonuses not fully provided in source).
  • Dark Elf: (Stats and Skill Bonuses not fully provided in source).
  • High Elf: (Stats and Skill Bonuses not fully provided in source).

Legs Greater Power Gatekeeper Effects

Uncover the secrets of Legs, Greater Power, and Gatekeeper Effects in The Elder Scrolls VI. This guide provides detailed insights and strategies for mastering these crucial game mechanics.

This section of the guide for The Elder Scrolls VI will cover the mechanics related to 'Legs', 'Greater Power', and 'Gatekeeper Effects'.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Legs: This likely refers to movement mechanics, speed, or perhaps leg-based abilities or equipment. Further details will be provided on how to utilize and enhance leg-related attributes for traversal and combat.
  2. 2
    Greater Power: This could pertain to powerful spells, abilities, or a general increase in character power. We will explore how to access and maximize these greater powers.
  3. 3
    Gatekeeper Effects: These are likely special conditions or challenges that act as gatekeepers to progression, perhaps boss encounters, specific quest requirements, or environmental hazards. Strategies for overcoming these gatekeeper effects will be detailed.
Tips
  • Pay close attention to your character's movement speed and stamina when dealing with traversal challenges.
  • Experiment with different spell and ability combinations to discover potent 'Greater Power' synergies.
  • Analyze the requirements for 'Gatekeeper Effects' carefully before engaging to ensure you are adequately prepared.

Successfully navigating these mechanics will lead to significant progression in The Elder Scrolls VI, unlocking new areas, abilities, and story elements.

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