There are many skills to master in Skyrim, but one of the most important is Alchemy. As you travel and explore across the map and defeat enemies, you’ll encounter tonnes of ingredients that you can ...

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Alchemy is one of my favorite skills in the world of Skyrim. Maybe it’s because I’m a crafter, or maybe it’s because I’m a witch. Either way, I love collecting ingredients in the open world landscape, ...

Daedra Hearts are essential for crafting potions on the higher end. They're also a necessary ingredient for smithing recipes. Deadra Hearts are rare enough to get a steady supply. There are a few ...

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Smithing is among the 18 Skills in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. This skill focuses on the player’s ability to forge and improve gear, including weapons and armor. It is one of the three crafting ...

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim made many changes to The Elder Scrolls' formula — equipment and spells are assigned to individual hands, leveling is streamlined with complex attribute growth, perk trees ...