: Choosing to follow Hadvar at the start of the game grants you access to free iron and steel ingots from the Riverwood blacksmith, which is a massive boost for early crafting.
: A valuable potion that can sell for 80–250 gold even with low skills, allowing you to easily amass over 5,000 gold before ever fighting your first dragon. Practical "Pro" Tips the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim
: A Daedric artifact shield that creates a ward when blocking. This ward costs no magicka and can negate dragon breath and powerful spells entirely. : Choosing to follow Hadvar at the start
: A unique katana found in Sky Haven Temple that deals extra damage to dragons and shock damage to other enemies. This ward costs no magicka and can negate
: For stealth-focused players, this weapon offers the highest damage potential in the game, especially when paired with exploding bolts. Fast Money-Making Strategy
: If NPCs tell you that you "look sick," check your Active Effects menu for red text. You can cure illnesses by praying at any temple altar or drinking a Cure Disease potion.