Exploring the vast landscapes of Cyrodiil on foot can be invigorating, but over time, the constant wandering between quest markers may become tiresome. Fortunately, Oblivion Remastered offers a delightful array of horses to alleviate your travel fatigue.
Horses not only provide a significant speed advantage compared to running but also possess the remarkable ability to navigate challenging terrains, including steep cliffs. A horse is especially handy for players heading to Frostcrag Spire, ensuring a smoother journey.
However, it’s essential to recognize that not all horses deliver the same performance. This guide will delve into the top horse options available in Oblivion Remastered at economical prices, along with tips for maximizing their potential.
Finding Your First Steed
Upon exiting the sewers and embarking on your adventure in Oblivion, you have several options when it comes to acquiring horses. Given that you start with limited funds, there are indeed a couple of viable free choices early in the game.
Obtaining the Horse Armor DLC
If you have the DLC installed, you can claim a horse right at the game’s start. Simply visit the Chestnut Handy Stables and speak with the owner, who will graciously provide you with an Armored Old Nag—a sturdy horse great for your escapades.
Accessing the Weynon Priory Horse
If you do not possess the DLC (as is the case for many players), advance through the main quest until you reach the Deliver the Amulet mission. Speaking with Prior Maborel during this quest will net you a complimentary Paint Horse to assist in your early adventures.
Acquiring the Cloud Ruler Horse
After progressing sufficiently in the main quest and joining the Blades, you’ll have access to another free horse that was formerly owned by Jauffre. This Chestnut horse offers improved speed compared to the earlier Paint Horse, making it a valuable asset on your journey.
Best Horse Options Available
With numerous horse options available, it may be challenging to decide which one suits your needs best. Each horse has unique, though often hidden, attributes that set them apart.
Here’s a comparison of the main horses along with their respective details:
|
Horse Type |
Location |
Price |
Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Paint Horse |
Bruma/Leviathan |
500 |
28 |
|
Bay Horse |
Bravil/Skingrad |
1000 |
31 |
|
Chestnut Horse |
Chorrol |
2500 |
34 |
|
White Horse |
Anvil |
4000 |
34 |
|
Black Horse |
Cheydinhal |
5000 |
38 |
While purchasing horses is one option, players may also consider the darker path of stealing horses. However, this approach poses its own challenges, as horses have a curious ability to report crimes if they witness thievery. Therefore, acquiring a horse through stealth and the Chameleon spell is advisable to avoid accruing a bounty.
Special Horses in Oblivion
Veteran players familiar with Skyrim may already be aware of special options within Oblivion Remastered that could surpass common horse choices. By joining the Dark Brotherhood, players can access a quest titled The Purification. After completing this grim mission, you’ll receive a remarkable Black horse named Shadowmere.
Shadowmere not only boasts superior stats, but it’s also unique in that it cannot die. Instead of perishing in battle, it simply becomes unconscious and will recover after a brief period, eliminating the stress of losing a horse during quests.
Another noteworthy steed is the legendary White Unicorn, found in Harcane Grove as part of Hircine’s Daedric quest. However, this elusive creature can be discovered in the wild even without starting the quest. Just be cautious of any Minotaur guards that may impede your access.
While the Unicorn possesses impressive stats, it reacts negatively if you draw a weapon nearby. Remain calm to avoid unnecessary conflict; otherwise, you may face challenges befitting a legendary steed.
Here are the stats for these exceptional quest horses:
|
Horse Type |
Location |
Price |
Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Shadowmere |
Dark Brotherhood Quest |
N/A |
38 |
|
Unicorn |
Harcane Grove |
N/A |
34 |
Maximizing Your Horse’s Utility
While it may be tempting to shoot arrows from horseback, this is unfortunately not an option. Your horse can engage in combat, but only when you are dismounted and fighting beside it.
The good news is that you do not need to feed your horse, and it will accompany you during fast travel. If you lose track of your steed, check the stables at locations you’ve previously visited; your horse may be waiting there.
While using a horse is an efficient method of travel, keep in mind that you won’t accrue Athletics or Acrobatics XP while riding. It’s wise to dismount and walk occasionally to level up your skills.
Enhancing Your Horse with Custom Spells
If you wish to enhance your horse’s capabilities, Oblivion features a spell-making system that was absent in Skyrim. By gaining recommendations from each of the Mage’s Guilds, you can access the Arcane University and create custom buffs for your steed.
Utilizing the Target option in the crafting menu, you can design spells to benefit your horse. Whether it’s a healing spell or more complex enhancements like speed boosts or acrobatics fortifications, these spells can drastically improve performance.
Imagine your horse galloping at incredible speeds or even skipping across water! However, exercise caution; due to possible bugs within the spell-making system, it’s crucial to avoid inadvertently causing harm to your horse.
For those adventurous enough to experiment with spells, there’s a rumor of encountering a mystical Spectral Steed, although its existence remains unverified.
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