Oblivion Remastered : Top 10 Tools To Buy

Repair hammers are going to be essential both early and late game in Oblivion Remastered.  They’ll restore the durability of your weapons and armor without having to visit a smith. These might seem simple, but seeing how some dungeons and Oblivion gates can take a while to clear, you’ll need a quick repair to stay on top of the fight. Keeping a good supply of repair hammers ensures you’ll never be caught with broken weapons and armoring, which will make those dungeons even longer. Luckily, these can be purchased from most general goods stores and blacksmiths across Cyrodil. Be sure to check each vendor’s stock whenever you go to offload your loot. 

2. Lock picks

Throughout your adventures in Oblivion Remastered, you’ll come across a variety of locked devices. From chests to doors, you’ll need to crack these locks to progress, find shortcuts, and uncover some great loot. You’ll need to stock up on plenty of lock picks to get through these barriers, but they’re not the most common to come by. There are only a couple of places where you can buy lock picks, but they can also be looted from bandits and various crates or barrels. Be sure to swing by Shad Sam who’s located in the northwest of the Imperial City walls, to stock up. They can also be purchased by just about every Thieves Guild fence once you’ve joined the guild.  

3. Feather Potions

There’s a lot of loot to find in Oblivion Remastered. From weapons and armor to dazzling jewels and treasure, your carry capacity is going to fill up rather quickly. Feather potions offer a quick but temporary boost to your carrying capacity, allowing you to load up on more loot. Perfect for dungeon divers and hoarders, you’ll be able to grab that sweet enchanted sword that just put you over your carrying limit. These feather potions can be found in most alchemy shops throughout the land. Be sure to swing by The Main Ingredient in the Imperial City and All Things Alchemical in Skingrad to stock up on these crucial potions. 

4. Strong Potions 

You’ll encounter plenty of tough fights throughout your time in Oblivion Remastered, some of which you might need an extra boost to get through. Potions, and especially strong potions, can be the deciding factor between an easy and a hard fight. Health, magicka, and fatigue are going to be essential to restoring health, refilling your magic reserves, and recovering your stamina. Luckily, most mages in the Mage Guild halls can sell you some strong potions. Other vendors will also have them in stock, and some great locations to keep in mind whenever you need to stock up include The Gilded Carafe and Rindir’s Staffs in the Imperial City. 

5. Scrolls

You won’t always have all the equipment you need to tackle your adventures throughout Oblivion Remastered. Especially if you’re lacking in the magic department. Scrolls offer a quick burst of power when you’re low on resources or don’t have enough magicka to conjure up some higher-level spells. They offer a quick solution and don’t weigh much, allowing you to pack a punch when you get into a sticky situation. Some scrolls you’ll want to prioritize are paralysis, summons, and shields. You can buy these from most Mage Guild halls in the major cities or other vendors such as Rindir’s Staff and Edgar’s Discount Spells.

6. Apotheosis 

The Apotheosis is a staff that allows players to deal elemental damage without having to rely on spells. It’s the great equalizer for melee builds or any build that hasn’t leveled up their magic power.  What makes the Apotheosis so unique is that it deals fire, frost, and shock damage all in one. By having the power of all three main elements in the game, the Apotheosis is a truly special item in Oblivion Remastered. You can find this staff at Rindir’s Staffs in the Imperial City Market District. 

7. Enchanted Rings & Amulets 

Enchanted rings and amulets are some of the best items that you can come across in Oblivion Remastered. They’re lightweight and come with a variety of buffs, making them versatile and a great addition to any play style. Some passive bonuses to prioritize include forty strength, resist magic, and any enhancements that your current build might be lacking. You’ll come across various enchanted items throughout your journey, but to pick up some right off the bat, you can stop by Mystic Emporium, Red Diamond Jewelry, and Divine Elegance, which are all located in the Imperial City Market District. 

8. Spells

Magic is one of the biggest pillars of Oblivion Remastered. Spells can expand your versatility in combat, exploration, and even light your way or unlock doors and chests. Even if you’re a warrior or archer class, you can still benefit from having some spells in your arsenal. You’ll come across various spell books where you can instantly learn spells, or you can visit various mages to buy some new ones. You can find mages that sell spells at any Mage’s Guild hall in every major city. You can find some spells in other shops outside of the guilds, which include Edgar’s Discount Spells and the Mystic Emporium. 

9. Torches

A simple yet extremely effective tool to keep handy in Oblivion Remastered are torches. Since Cyrodil is full of dark caves, dungeons, and ruins, it helps to have something on hand to light up the way, especially so you can see any dangers such as traps, enemies, and even secrets. You can usually find torches in just about any crate, barrel, or other storage device throughout the game. However, if you’re running low, they can typically be found at general stores like The Merchants Inn or First Edition. 

10. Alchemy Ingredients

As covered above, potions are some of the most necessary items you’ll need in Oblivion Remastered, but they can quickly add up and put a dent in your coin bag. Making your own potions is much cheaper and even lets you tailor the effects to your needs. You’ll be able to craft potions of healing, invisibility, and other buffs to help you throughout your adventures. You can find these ingredients in the wild, or you can purchase them from various vendors. Check out The Main Ingredient, All Things Alchemical, and other alchemy shops throughout Cyrodil to stock up on all your potion needs. 

Final Tips

In Oblivion Remastered, vendor inventories reset, and their stock improves as your level increases. It’s a good habit to check back in and stock up on what you’re lacking from time to time. By having these buyable essentials in your pack, you’ll be ready for whatever Oblivion Remastered throws at you.