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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim |OT| Het Kos Dovahhe
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I just saw perhaps the funniest AI glitch ever.
I met these two nobles and their bodyguard at the entrance to a city. They were leaving, on a journey to some wedding with a bunch of expensive gifts. I would have left them alone, but they called me "peasant" and then sassed me a bunch when they walked by me. So I stalked in the shadows a bit behind them, following them out into the cold, winter road.
While hidden, I fire off an arrow and hit the bodyguard, then engage him in close combat. The nobles stand around scared, waiting to see how it plays out. I kill the bodyguard, of course. The nobles are a little ways from me, so I take out my bow and hit the husband noble from afar. He goes down, dead. The woman bolts toward the city they just left, looking for help, and I chase her, shooting off arrows left and right, but I'm unable to hit her. She makes it to the city, and I sigh, expecting to have to reload my save.
I go over to the city and something's off. Everyone, guards and peasants alike, have their weapons out, but they're not paying any attention to me. I hear some stabbing noises, and then some guy says, "Hah! We took care of you!" or something like that. I go over and see the noble woman's corpse. The guards and peasants all murdered her. I loot her corpse, all those expensive wedding gifts, and no one pays me any mind.
I met these two nobles and their bodyguard at the entrance to a city. They were leaving, on a journey to some wedding with a bunch of expensive gifts. I would have left them alone, but they called me "peasant" and then sassed me a bunch when they walked by me. So I stalked in the shadows a bit behind them, following them out into the cold, winter road.
While hidden, I fire off an arrow and hit the bodyguard, then engage him in close combat. The nobles stand around scared, waiting to see how it plays out. I kill the bodyguard, of course. The nobles are a little ways from me, so I take out my bow and hit the husband noble from afar. He goes down, dead. The woman bolts toward the city they just left, looking for help, and I chase her, shooting off arrows left and right, but I'm unable to hit her. She makes it to the city, and I sigh, expecting to have to reload my save.
I go over to the city and something's off. Everyone, guards and peasants alike, have their weapons out, but they're not paying any attention to me. I hear some stabbing noises, and then some guy says, "Hah! We took care of you!" or something like that. I go over and see the noble woman's corpse. The guards and peasants all murdered her. I loot her corpse, all those expensive wedding gifts, and no one pays me any mind.
Piercedveil
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mileS said:
Sell them. You'll get a lot more later.
So I just rented this and played a few hours. First Elder Scrolls game. Got to the first town, cleared a dungeon, did a fairly long side quest (the golden claw thing).
Great game, probably a shitload of content like Fallout, and I could definitely do it and enjoy it, but I don't feel like my life depends on owning it right now. At what point did you guys feel fully sucked into it? Usually for RPGs it's the first time I see the full world map and am like "motherfuck". Maybe I just haven't reached that revelation for this game yet.
I'm surprised how well they crafted this game's UI around a controller. Again, first TES game, so I'd like to know: how different is the combat compared to before? If it is different then it feels like they took pointers from Demon's Souls (but feels much less precise [but still works]). That said, is the UI the same on PC? How well does it handle on M&KB? I'd actually considering using a 360 pad for the PC version like I do The Witcher 2.
Great game, probably a shitload of content like Fallout, and I could definitely do it and enjoy it, but I don't feel like my life depends on owning it right now. At what point did you guys feel fully sucked into it? Usually for RPGs it's the first time I see the full world map and am like "motherfuck". Maybe I just haven't reached that revelation for this game yet.
I'm surprised how well they crafted this game's UI around a controller. Again, first TES game, so I'd like to know: how different is the combat compared to before? If it is different then it feels like they took pointers from Demon's Souls (but feels much less precise [but still works]). That said, is the UI the same on PC? How well does it handle on M&KB? I'd actually considering using a 360 pad for the PC version like I do The Witcher 2.
Gonaria said:
Here let me make this tougher for you.
My main games are platformers and shooters like TF2 and Quake.
I play some good amount of RPGs but not enough to call myself a die-hard fan of the genre.
I bought Skyrim for PS3 and have spent about 10 hours on it (I deleted two saves and I am 100% sure my playtime is over the 9.04 hours it shows me).
I am level 5, and don't even think I have even reached 10% of the main story. The world is alive, the enemies are tough, the side quests are effing awesome, and the Mage/Wizard college has made this game soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much fun for me, and it all lead to one big quest that I'm sure isn't even part of the main story. I may be wrong on that though, but still, EFFING awesome.
This comes from a guy who's attention can't be kept to a single game 99% of the time. This is also my very first Bethesda game, and I am in love with it.
My friend is also telling me about his experience with Skyrim and is loving it too. He has played 26 hours and barely level 16. I believe level 50 is the highest you can go.
Yeah she will hold any item you give her (but she has an encumbrance limit like you do) and you can take it back whenever. She will also equip weapons/armor and such. But be warned with what happened to me. If she dies, you'll have to loot all your stuff back and could end up double your carrying capacity in goods.mileS said:
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So, I've been approached by the Dark Brotherhood. I'm very conflicted, though. It appears there is a quest to destroy the organization if I turn down their 'offer' to join. I think I might try going that route.
balddemon said:
Haha yeah. I have over 50 games on Steam, and the only one with more than 2 hours of playtime are Alice Madness Returns with 8 hours and TF2 with 323. I even stopped playing TF2 for this game, and gave up the Tribes Beta to finish this game :lol
I wasn't going to initially get it until Christmas, but I caved like most of the people here. haven't regretted my choice and I doubt I ever will.
CrocMother
Banned
Anyone else having frame rate issues, especially in Whiterun? (PS3)
perfectnight
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Yoshichan said:
Be thankful you haven't. Every Troll I've met has two shotted me.
Any tips for a dual wielded uhh person? (don't know what "class" I want to be, but i just want to dual wield!), reason I'm asking is that I have a feeling that I might suffer from the lack of defense (using light armor), I thought about using archery but it seems that when they come after me I'd have to switch back to swords.
And I'm sure I might have trouble fighting something that has high damage if I'm to run straight up and poke it with 2 swords.
And I'm sure I might have trouble fighting something that has high damage if I'm to run straight up and poke it with 2 swords.
CrocMother said:
I did when I was running up the walkway to the College. After a while it was really smooth. Edit: I'm also playing on the PS3.
zmoney said:
I always get hit no matter what. Magika is a bit tough to restore in this game, so I went back to Archer with my Wooden elf and using magik on the really tough undead mobs. I went with fire in one hand, and fire staff in the other one.
If you don't mind getting hit a bit then you can definitely put some weaker opponents down fast.
lastplayed
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Yoshichan said:
I've found it in some dungeons. You also encounter a frost troll on the way up the
7000 steps to meet the Greybeards
After completing the quest line I was able to purchase them at Mage College. The Destruction Vendor did not have these spells when we initially met. I don't know the exact conditions in which her inventory upgrades.KorrZ said:
The major lightning spell I bought after bolt is (not really a spoiler, but just in case)
Chain
That's a quirk with one of the security updates. It should stop after 2-10 minutes.mlarine said:
RE Mages: The mage is very effective (so far.) The two-hand spell stun perk is incredibly helpful.
zmoney said:
I started with a heavy focus on Conjuring and Destruction and it worked well with me. Pets are great and they tend to last quite awhile in most instances. Getting the perks for 1/2 magicka spell costs is vital, as is upgrading your gear with the best magicka regen rates.
Get used to refreshing your stoneskin enhancement from Alteration also, unless you want to get 1 shot often.
bengraven
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Oooooh, I finally caved and went to Riften after heavily exploring the Whiterun/Riverwood/Falkreath area.
God damn this is the kind of shit I was looking for. I love the canals and underpassages...feels like Vivec and that's a good thing.
I wish the house was a bit more impressive. (I'm assuming it's the "Sweethome" or whatever?
God damn this is the kind of shit I was looking for. I love the canals and underpassages...feels like Vivec and that's a good thing.
I wish the house was a bit more impressive. (I'm assuming it's the "Sweethome" or whatever?
perfectnight
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How can you turn items when you're looking at them up close in the menu? PC here
You've got to get their attention. They are pretty much flying around looking for a fight, but if they don't see/notice you they aren't going to engage you. Shoot something at it to prove you are a worthy threat.ConvenientBox said:
One circled my area for a bit before homing in on a pack of wolves to take on. As soon as I shot some frost at it; it focused it's attention on me instead.
SCULLIBUNDO
Banned
Dwarven dungeons...GODDAMN.
DurielBlack
Member
So I sunk probably 20 hours or so into the game, split between two characters. First was a generic Nord melee type, second is a Khajiit theif/archer.
Loving the open-world questing, and even on my GTS250 the game looks really good (I haven't played much of anything new lately, so I can't compare it to Witcher 2 or whatever).
I've got a coupel of questions concerning theivery;
How do I sell stolen stuff? My theif character has raided every house in Whiterun of obvious valuables (coins, gems, magic weapons, etc), is there a theives guild or black market where I can unload some of these items? I also stole a bunch of random crap like "Fine Clothes" that would be nice to get rid of.
How do I see what bounty is on my head? I've already been jumped once by hired thugs, is there a way to pay it off? Not that I mind the hit-men so much, I got a nice sword and axe from them in addition to other crap to sell.
Loving the open-world questing, and even on my GTS250 the game looks really good (I haven't played much of anything new lately, so I can't compare it to Witcher 2 or whatever).
I've got a coupel of questions concerning theivery;
How do I sell stolen stuff? My theif character has raided every house in Whiterun of obvious valuables (coins, gems, magic weapons, etc), is there a theives guild or black market where I can unload some of these items? I also stole a bunch of random crap like "Fine Clothes" that would be nice to get rid of.
How do I see what bounty is on my head? I've already been jumped once by hired thugs, is there a way to pay it off? Not that I mind the hit-men so much, I got a nice sword and axe from them in addition to other crap to sell.
childplease
Banned
Wouldn't it be cool if you could set the point of impact for arrows by pressing page up and page down on your keyboard or by scrolling on the mouse wheel.
Starts off zeroed at 50m then goes in 50m increments all the way to say 300m.
Would be insanely useful for long distance shots, they could have also added a range finder perk or shout to compliment this ability. Perhaps I have been playing too much Red Orchestra 2 .
Starts off zeroed at 50m then goes in 50m increments all the way to say 300m.
Would be insanely useful for long distance shots, they could have also added a range finder perk or shout to compliment this ability. Perhaps I have been playing too much Red Orchestra 2 .
bengraven
Member
Hey, does anyone want to get married?
http://www.gamefront.com/skyrim-marriage-guide/
And here's everyone you can marry:
Female
Male
http://www.gamefront.com/skyrim-marriage-guide/
And here's everyone you can marry:
Female
Aela the Huntress Nord, found in a farm outside Whiterun.
Aeri Nord, found in the Pale, inside her house.
Anwen Redguard, found in Markarth Temple.
Avrusa Sarethi Dark Elf, found in the Sarethi farm in the Rift.
Borgahk the Steel Heart Orc, found in Mor Khazgur.
Brelyna Maryon Dark Elf, found in the College of Winterhold.
Camilla Valerius Imperial, found in Riverwood.
Dravynea the Stoneweaver Dark Elf, found in Kynes Grove.
Ghorza gra-Bagol Orc, found in Markarth.
Gilfre Imperial, found in the Mixwater Mill in Eastmarch.
Grelka Nord, found in Riften.
Iona Nord, also found in Riften.
Jenassa Dark Elf, found in the Drunken Huntsman, in Whiterun.
Jordis the Sword-Maiden Nord, found in Proudspire Manor, in Solitude.
Lydia Nord, found in Dragonsreach, in Whiterun.
Mjoll the Lioness Nord, found in her house, in Riften.
Muiri Breton, found in The Hags Cure, in Markarth.
Njada Stonearm Nord, found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Orla Nord, found in the Temple of Dibella, in Markarth.
Ria Imperial, found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Senna Imperial, found in the Temple of Dibella, in Markarth.
Shahvee Argonian, found outside Windhelm.
Sylgja Nord, found in Shors Stone.
Taarie High Elf, found in Solitude.
Temba Wide-Arm Nord, found in Ivarstead.
Uthgerd Nord, found in her house, in Whiterun.
Viola Giordano Imperial, found in Windhelm, in Eastmarch.
Ysolda Nord, found in Whiterun. (that's my girl, don't touch)
Aeri Nord, found in the Pale, inside her house.
Anwen Redguard, found in Markarth Temple.
Avrusa Sarethi Dark Elf, found in the Sarethi farm in the Rift.
Borgahk the Steel Heart Orc, found in Mor Khazgur.
Brelyna Maryon Dark Elf, found in the College of Winterhold.
Camilla Valerius Imperial, found in Riverwood.
Dravynea the Stoneweaver Dark Elf, found in Kynes Grove.
Ghorza gra-Bagol Orc, found in Markarth.
Gilfre Imperial, found in the Mixwater Mill in Eastmarch.
Grelka Nord, found in Riften.
Iona Nord, also found in Riften.
Jenassa Dark Elf, found in the Drunken Huntsman, in Whiterun.
Jordis the Sword-Maiden Nord, found in Proudspire Manor, in Solitude.
Lydia Nord, found in Dragonsreach, in Whiterun.
Mjoll the Lioness Nord, found in her house, in Riften.
Muiri Breton, found in The Hags Cure, in Markarth.
Njada Stonearm Nord, found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Orla Nord, found in the Temple of Dibella, in Markarth.
Ria Imperial, found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Senna Imperial, found in the Temple of Dibella, in Markarth.
Shahvee Argonian, found outside Windhelm.
Sylgja Nord, found in Shors Stone.
Taarie High Elf, found in Solitude.
Temba Wide-Arm Nord, found in Ivarstead.
Uthgerd Nord, found in her house, in Whiterun.
Viola Giordano Imperial, found in Windhelm, in Eastmarch.
Ysolda Nord, found in Whiterun. (that's my girl, don't touch)
Male
Ainethach Breton, found in Karthwasten Hall, in Karthwasten.
Angrenor Once-Honored Nord, found in Candlehearth Hall, in Windhelm.
Argis the Bulwark Nord, found in Vlindrel Hall, in Markarth.
Athis Dark Elf, found in the Jorrvaskr Living Quarters, in Whiterun.
Balimund Nord, found in The Scorched Hammer, in Riften.
Belrand Nord, found in The Winking Skeever, in Solitude.
Benor Nord, found in Morthal.
Calder Nord, found in Hjerim, in Windhelm.
Cosnach Breton, found in The Warrens, in Markarth.
Derkeethus Argonian, found in Darkwater Pass.
Erik the Slayer Nord, found in Frostfruit Inn, in Rorikstead.
Farkas Nord, found in the Brill and Vignar, in Whiterun.
Filnjar Nord, found in his house, in Shors Stone.
Gat gro-Shargakh Orc, found in Pavos House, in Kolskeggr Mine.
Ghorbash the Iron Hand Orc, found in Burguks Longhouse, in Dushnikh Yal.
Marcurio Imperial, found in Riften.
Moth gro-Bagol Orc, found in Understone Keep, in Markarth.
Octieve San Breton, found in Solitude.
Omluag Breton, found in The Warrens, in Markarth.
Onmund Nord, found in The Hall of Attainment, in the College of Winterhold.
Pavo Attius Imperial, found in his house, in Kolskeggr Mine.
Perth Breton, found in the Miners House, in Soljunds Sinkhole.
Quintus Navale Imperial, found in White Phial Services, in Windhelm.
Revyn Sadri Dark Elf, found in Sadris Used Wares, in Windhelm.
Roggi Knot-Beard Nord, found in Steamscorch Mine, in Kynes Grove.
Romlyn Dreth Dark Elf, found in his house, in Riften.
Scouts-Many-Marshes Argonian, found in the Argonian Assemblage, in Windhelm.
Sondas Drenim Dark Elf, found in Goldenrock Mine, in Darkwater Crossing.
Sorex Vinius Imperial, found in Solitude.
Stenvar Nord, found in Windhelm.
Torvar Nord, found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Vilkas Nord, also found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Vorstag Nord, found in Markarth.
Wilhelm Nord, found in Ivarstead.
Angrenor Once-Honored Nord, found in Candlehearth Hall, in Windhelm.
Argis the Bulwark Nord, found in Vlindrel Hall, in Markarth.
Athis Dark Elf, found in the Jorrvaskr Living Quarters, in Whiterun.
Balimund Nord, found in The Scorched Hammer, in Riften.
Belrand Nord, found in The Winking Skeever, in Solitude.
Benor Nord, found in Morthal.
Calder Nord, found in Hjerim, in Windhelm.
Cosnach Breton, found in The Warrens, in Markarth.
Derkeethus Argonian, found in Darkwater Pass.
Erik the Slayer Nord, found in Frostfruit Inn, in Rorikstead.
Farkas Nord, found in the Brill and Vignar, in Whiterun.
Filnjar Nord, found in his house, in Shors Stone.
Gat gro-Shargakh Orc, found in Pavos House, in Kolskeggr Mine.
Ghorbash the Iron Hand Orc, found in Burguks Longhouse, in Dushnikh Yal.
Marcurio Imperial, found in Riften.
Moth gro-Bagol Orc, found in Understone Keep, in Markarth.
Octieve San Breton, found in Solitude.
Omluag Breton, found in The Warrens, in Markarth.
Onmund Nord, found in The Hall of Attainment, in the College of Winterhold.
Pavo Attius Imperial, found in his house, in Kolskeggr Mine.
Perth Breton, found in the Miners House, in Soljunds Sinkhole.
Quintus Navale Imperial, found in White Phial Services, in Windhelm.
Revyn Sadri Dark Elf, found in Sadris Used Wares, in Windhelm.
Roggi Knot-Beard Nord, found in Steamscorch Mine, in Kynes Grove.
Romlyn Dreth Dark Elf, found in his house, in Riften.
Scouts-Many-Marshes Argonian, found in the Argonian Assemblage, in Windhelm.
Sondas Drenim Dark Elf, found in Goldenrock Mine, in Darkwater Crossing.
Sorex Vinius Imperial, found in Solitude.
Stenvar Nord, found in Windhelm.
Torvar Nord, found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Vilkas Nord, also found in the Companions Faction House, in Whiterun.
Vorstag Nord, found in Markarth.
Wilhelm Nord, found in Ivarstead.
CrocMother said:
From what I understand the PS3 has a few framerate issues in specific places, it's something that I think Bethesda is aware of and will fix in a title update (likely the same one where they fix the texture install issue on the 360 and the flickering shadows on the PC
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