Skyrim - Beginners Guide

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  • @mccreadykearney9863
    @mccreadykearney9863 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4653

    I would pay hundreds of dollars to wipe my memory of this game so I could play it for the first time again.

    • @drizzle8159
      @drizzle8159 5 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      Vanilla Coke same lol and get rid of these fucking tips and tricks vids so I figure out the game myself

    • @donnythedealer2571
      @donnythedealer2571 5 ปีที่แล้ว +180

      I’m about to play this for the first time on Friday on Xbox one and I’m so excited

    • @drizzle8159
      @drizzle8159 5 ปีที่แล้ว +176

      Darren Rogers good luck on your adventures friend I wish you safety on your journeys, I have just beat the game but I “took a arrow in the knee”.
      Only true gamers will find that phrase funny

    • @maximus9593
      @maximus9593 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@drizzle8159 Oh I could just imagine playing this game for the first time, man I miss those times :/ Gives me goosebumps

    • @brittneymiss2232
      @brittneymiss2232 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Darren Rogers How’s your adventure been going.

  • @samdude8390
    @samdude8390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    Just started playing today. 4 hours went by in what felt like 10 minutes.

    • @charliecooper6135
      @charliecooper6135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Same here, completely lost in the world

    • @blackoutz9425
      @blackoutz9425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm give someone's blood to get to play it rn

    • @mookrules5087
      @mookrules5087 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here, I am lost now looking for this easy to find bandit camp and treasure map.

    • @ohifonlyx33
      @ohifonlyx33 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      "4 hours felt like 10 minutes in Skyrim"
      ...AH the joys of character creation.

    • @consepseon
      @consepseon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just started too

  • @Jelkiin
    @Jelkiin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1861

    When you’re the only one who actually just bought the game and wants to know how to go on with it....

    • @brazybeast346
      @brazybeast346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The Reverend Jim Jones you should try a sneak build they are powerful and very fun

    • @Jelkiin
      @Jelkiin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Brazy Beast
      *listen here you little shit*

    • @makeshiftrain6
      @makeshiftrain6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Little tip if you dont want to turn into a stealth archer dont pick up a single bow

    • @georgeniculescu8241
      @georgeniculescu8241 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I’ve always been a Fallout guy. Just bought Skyrim and I’m loving it so far. You’re not alone on this late journey!

    • @makeshiftrain6
      @makeshiftrain6 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@georgeniculescu8241 if you need any tips or advice let me know been playing since launch

  • @timeallofgreatestthe
    @timeallofgreatestthe ปีที่แล้ว +238

    Playing Skyrim for 1st time ever, and it is the most amazing game experience I’ve ever had. The epitome of an open world adventure game.

    • @soranaziz8348
      @soranaziz8348 ปีที่แล้ว

      why not played elden ring?

    • @timeallofgreatestthe
      @timeallofgreatestthe ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@soranaziz8348 I actually bought elden ring initially thinking it was a new Elder Scrolls, and they’re too different for me to really “either or.” I loved Sekiro so ER is right there.

    • @soranaziz8348
      @soranaziz8348 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@timeallofgreatestthe 💙

    • @mollysimpson680
      @mollysimpson680 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You should try Dragon age. By the time they got to inquisition it is a completely open world as well.

    • @timeallofgreatestthe
      @timeallofgreatestthe ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mollysimpson680 awesome recommendation! Thanks!

  • @juliandezeeuw4404
    @juliandezeeuw4404 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2740

    still watch this after having 300 hours in the original

    • @deleriousextabyte1474
      @deleriousextabyte1474 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Julian de Zeeuw only 300? I think last time i checked i had like 650

    • @glaxko2
      @glaxko2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I've got about 1900 so far...

    • @dannylin9522
      @dannylin9522 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      700 hours for me. His vids are so good

    • @Milk6444
      @Milk6444 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Julian de Zeeuw only 100 for me lol

    • @glaxko2
      @glaxko2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I've got about 1900 so far...

  • @ew264
    @ew264 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2333

    Why am i watching this? I have 3000 skyrim game hours...

    • @jaxs_hunters
      @jaxs_hunters 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Emil Wiberg same lol

    • @saefyre5267
      @saefyre5267 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      SAMEE LOL

    • @CommanderM117
      @CommanderM117 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      same

    • @il2xbox
      @il2xbox 7 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      cause the game is so big there's always new stuff to learn?

    • @talkyu-gi-oh5586
      @talkyu-gi-oh5586 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      me to bro

  • @Punkpsychobilly
    @Punkpsychobilly 5 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    When you’re just starting out-pick up all the damn Nirnroots you can find and hang on to them, you’ll need 20 of them for ingun black-briars stupid fetch quest when you get to Riften.

    • @krysila7722
      @krysila7722 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Theres also that one farm where the person plants them.

    • @drossboot77
      @drossboot77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I love just wandering around and hearing that chime that means nirnroot is nearby.

    • @jesse2535
      @jesse2535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If it's stuped then just don't do the damn quest! Unless ur a completionist like me then... i agree with you...

    • @FORTYSIXTWENTYSEVEN
      @FORTYSIXTWENTYSEVEN 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drossboot77 that chime reminds me of magic trees on old school RuneScape lmfao

    • @harounelamin8509
      @harounelamin8509 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      as someone who considering the game , this all sounds like gibberish

  • @DH___
    @DH___ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +349

    If you are new, the collective Skyrim community welcomes you. I hope you enjoy the game and have fun. Games are for everyone young or old man or woman. This is an excellent game with a ton of replay ability, and a helpful community!

    • @america2793
      @america2793 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      sponsor

    • @doeboydavis7643
      @doeboydavis7643 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      just got it a couple days ago finally getting to play it

    • @jeb4864
      @jeb4864 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@doeboydavis7643 same

    • @cru3l525
      @cru3l525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Looking forward to play it. I´ve only heard great things about it.

    • @sad_hedgehog
      @sad_hedgehog ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks!!

  • @krillinbutwithhair5097
    @krillinbutwithhair5097 7 ปีที่แล้ว +684

    Some things that I'd like to add that I personally find really helpful to everybody.
    - In my opinion the Bretons are the best race for starting mages, they are naturally gifted in mage skills and their Dragon Skin ability lets you absorb 50% of incoming hostile magic, usefull for fighting mages. Orcs make the best race for starting warriors because of their starting skills and their berserk ability and imo Dark Elves make the best race for starting rogues.
    - In terms of standing stones, the Atronach Stone is really the most usefull in any situation. The 50% spell absorption and can be stacked with the Breton's dragon skin ability or on its own. The 50 extra magika is useful for early game and if you're not a High Elf (fuck the Thalmor) and the debuff for spell regeneration can be easily countered with perks or items. Plus, dragons can't hurt you because their breaths are "hostile magic" ;))
    - Don't be a "jack of all trades" character. It will limit you on key perks that you'll miss out on if you don't have enough skill.
    - Find a trainer! You can find trainers for each of the minor skills that can take you up 5 levels at a time to a set level; Common trainers up to level 50, Expert to level 75 and Master to level 90. The last 10 need to be gained from
    leveling or skill books.
    - Don't fight the chicken

    • @kfroh10
      @kfroh10 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Krillin but with hair everyone should read this comment bc the race and standing stone described in this video are not the best. Also I like using the lover stone to speed up my playthroug

    • @garcalej
      @garcalej 6 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      I'm gonna fight that chicken.

    • @angiepiercy6710
      @angiepiercy6710 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Guys let's fight the chicken

    • @BenjiThomaz
      @BenjiThomaz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I was quite shocked as well to hear just Nord and Altmer. Breton is good no matter what kind of player you are due to that magic reduction. That's a sweet bonus, as mages and dragons can be annoying. And how can you pass up that Orc Berserker mode for boss fights? 2X damage given, 1/2 damage received!
      I was expecting the person to say to really look at the race-specific traits. Like Khajit are awesome to use with just gloves/claw attacks, and the night eye is pretty useful early on, and for a completely different playstyle. Wood Elf is nice to use early when you don't want to fight those bears and trolls... don't know if the command animal thing works on Mammoths. And so on and so forth.

    • @eminemre2210
      @eminemre2210 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I killed chicken then I got attacked so I waited until night and took my revenge
      Plus flameon that weird elf lover guy doesn't got attacked for killing chicken

  • @Amieee
    @Amieee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2353

    *i feel like im actually the only new player here oof*

    • @THEshaggyrogers
      @THEshaggyrogers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      nope again

    • @okiiko100
      @okiiko100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      am new too

    • @a-wild-goose
      @a-wild-goose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I installed the game last weekend and have a couple hours in. I guess I’m still new, so.

    • @pokemonpat1254
      @pokemonpat1254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Just bought this game an hour ago

    • @xornyr
      @xornyr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Just started skyrim.

  • @hellfire0332
    @hellfire0332 5 ปีที่แล้ว +799

    Just started Skyrim today... in 2019. Thanks for the tips and looking forward to my adventure. Bought the game as part of the Steam Summer Sale for a couple of bucks. Hope it's worth it. :)

    • @ackminecrer9165
      @ackminecrer9165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      hellfire0332 how are you enjoying it? I’m thinking of getting it for the Switch but am not sure if it’s good enough to warrant purchasing it.

    • @otterpower5342
      @otterpower5342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      @@ackminecrer9165 Mate if you haven't bought it yet, buy it; it's incredible, there's hundreds of hours of gameplay even without mods

    • @theredbird2384
      @theredbird2384 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      weird freak Good luck my friend :D

    • @itamargazit9232
      @itamargazit9232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Don't see starter guides, it will ruin your first gameplay experience

    • @theredbird2384
      @theredbird2384 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Luskaaa But if he is on xbox and want to use mods than he cant unlock any achievements and playing for the first time vanilla is much much better than already with mods!

  • @FantasyLord19
    @FantasyLord19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Watching this, coming from HEAVILY modded game, I'm actually feeling so nostalgic. Nothing beats the experience of raw, vanilla Skyrim.

    • @antlerr
      @antlerr 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      no dlcs makes a vanilla game bubba gump learn what the word mmeans.

  • @Mithrand9r
    @Mithrand9r 7 ปีที่แล้ว +675

    When you have 500+ hours in Skyrim, but still watching this video

    • @wolfpackgrand6391
      @wolfpackgrand6391 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      :x

    • @hypecenter2986
      @hypecenter2986 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Φίλιππος Σρν pff 500?
      no i’m not that type of person. good day

    • @fredblues7175
      @fredblues7175 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I have over 4,000 hours if you add up both copies and SE and I am still watching this video ;)

    • @waterhigh
      @waterhigh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When you’re the only one who actually just bought the game and wants to know how to go on with it....

    • @waterhigh
      @waterhigh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Ma1q444 Get a life

  • @vybtom1
    @vybtom1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I would add one tip: Don't rush into the main quest. Actually don't rush into anything. Do a lot of side quests and take your time when exploring so you don't miss anything. It's way easier to succeed at harder missions if you did a lot of smaller quests before because you'll have better gear and higher experience. When I played for the first time I had no chance against trolls, dragons or even Draugr Overlords because I was just trying to get through the story fast. Now on my second playthrough I take my time, never rush, do all the little side quests (even read some of the books) and it feels way better. I'm more prepared for tougher opponents and I get to enjoy every little part of this amazing game.

    • @airyshark324
      @airyshark324 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just ran into my first draugur over lord I’m lvl 9 should I walk away from him come back later I’m new to the game my first time playing it mainly a fire mage so far an I got a melee weapon for back up with a decent enchantment but I walked in the room an heard umphh an flew across the room an died an since that I been watching videos abt beginners guide lol

    • @iwanttwoscoops
      @iwanttwoscoops 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      i beat a draugr overlord at level 2 with 🔥, basic conjured wolf, and a steel sword. it wasn’t hard. it was in bleak fall barrows, my first quest.
      ifs that one easier that they usually are, or should i turn the difficulty up since I could it so easy?

  • @rosswassenaar5646
    @rosswassenaar5646 6 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    I've spent 100s of hours in Skyrim, it's safe to say that it is my favorite game of all time, yet I still don't know all the secrets, haven't explored all the dungeons and haven't experience all the wonders that the province of Skyrim has to offer.

    • @bayfinest1938
      @bayfinest1938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The witcher 3 is better

    • @zensoredparagonbytes3985
      @zensoredparagonbytes3985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@bayfinest1938 only if you can play the w3 in 1st person. Immersion and role-playing can only be conveyed in 1st person and mute protagonist.

    • @ThePrabhavathy
      @ThePrabhavathy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      witcher 3 and skyrim are both open world rpgs but they're oretty different. Witcher 3's narrative wouldn't work without Geralt ( a defined cahracter so he obvi has to have voice acting) and its combat would fall apart in 1st person. Skyrim is more focused on exploration and the whole "go anywhere do anything" mantra of bethesda games and it comes at the expense of an inferior story and characters. They are both masterpieces imo but in very different ways.

    • @utsavbasu1048
      @utsavbasu1048 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@zensoredparagonbytes3985 false

    • @elric5371
      @elric5371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bayfinest1938 nah Witcher 3 is not a rpg in the sense you are playing a pre defined character with no creation or role playing whatsoever the story is pretty good it’s a story based fantasy action game, whereas Skyrim is a fantasy open world rpg, totally different games Skyrim is bigger and honestly more replay value the Witcher has good lore and stories but imo some of them are pretty un original and basically to romantic. Skyrim has deeper lore and is more nuanced as a whole, both are good games but you are objectively false in trying to say one is better than the other it depends in what type of game you are looking for.

  • @tomkvideo
    @tomkvideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    Another tip for archers starting out. In Riverwood at the very start of the game, do the short sidequest where you help Faendal win Camilla over Sven. He becomes your follower, and can train you in archery. Pay him to train you, then ask him to trade supplies, and take the money back. Repeat as necessary. Boost the archery levels up fast.

    • @GuyOnTheInternet53
      @GuyOnTheInternet53 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice tip

    • @ozzieltorres9477
      @ozzieltorres9477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just started the game definitely going this thanks

    • @cutthroat795
      @cutthroat795 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Fuck I ratted Faendal out

    • @ajp33
      @ajp33 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cutthroat795 same lol

    • @giggzolo
      @giggzolo ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cutthroat795 i used my bro as an extra carry bag 😭😭😭 he became my slave icl

  • @micronoid
    @micronoid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +196

    Some beginner tips I’d add:
    -Even though there are 18 skill trees you should really only be focusing on leveling up less than half that amount. Just so you’re not spreading your points too thinly. When you feel like you’ve leveled as far as you want in those chosen few skills only then move onto others.
    -Try to decide early on what type of weapons/armor/equipment you want to use. Doing this means you’ll know which ones you can sell or break down for enchanting, you’re not hoarding crap you don’t need, you’re making money and it keeps you focused on the style you want to play for proper leveling.
    -Get married and buy a house as soon as you can. I’d advice against having multiple places you call home. Keep all your shit in one place. Somewhere you can easily offload stuff, getting Breezehome in Whiterun is the go to option. Since you spend most of your time adventuring going for whats practical is better than whats aesthetically pleasing.

    • @mergned
      @mergned 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      micronoid I agree, I actually limit my characters to only four perk trees one of the crafting trees. It is nice to have more realistic characters and ones with some weaknesses. Good post.

    • @Jacob-bj2ps
      @Jacob-bj2ps 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you max out everything eventually or no

    • @micronoid
      @micronoid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Jacob-bj2ps I suppose you could max out everything but you'd run out of quests long before then. And when I mean quests I mean actual quests not the never ending radiant quests. If you really wanted to max out everything you’d spend of most of your time grinding radiant quests and just doing tedious busy work like crafting every potion and smithing every type of weapon and armor. By then what would be the point, unless you’re really into collecting achievements. I did every listed quest that wasn’t a radiant quest line and I didn’t come even remotely close to maxing out everything.

  • @hannabelphaege3774
    @hannabelphaege3774 7 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    I suspect there's a more detailed magic video coming soon but for anyone interested in Destruction:
    *Fire spells* are the best for raw damage, giving a DOT and dealing bonus damage to any target already on fire.
    *Frost spells* slow and damage stamina, meaning heavy melee enemies will have a hard time catching and hitting you.
    *Shock spells* also deal damage to an enemy's magicka, crippling other spellcasters. Importantly: apprentice level shock spells (and higher) travel a lot faster than the others or arrows, making them significantly more accurate (especially against dragons).
    *Finally*, the more expensive destruction magic gets, the less efficient it is for the magicka cost. More advanced spells will offer extra benefits like AOE damage or a persistent damage field. They should only be used if you can get the extra value out of them or if you have enough magicka/cost reduction/magicka potions. Otherwise you'll find yourself running dry before your enemies are dead.
    Edit: Staggering giant enemies only works if you have the "Augmented X" perk for Frost, Fire or Shock. I was deep into the game before I turned dragons on so I didn't realise.

    • @joshuakim5240
      @joshuakim5240 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Don't forget the fact that probably 80% of Skyrim's enemies have massive Frost resistances (nord bandits, draugrs, wisps, ghosts, vampires, dwarven automatons, frost dragons, frost wolves, snow bears, and to a lesser extent Breton forsworns), making the Frost elemental tree worthless in terms of dealing any sorts of damage. It's ironic too considering how Ice Storm probably has the highest raw damage per cast potential of all spells on paper, but not in practice.

    • @gustavospohr2777
      @gustavospohr2777 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      too bad destruction is useless compared to the damage output you can have with lvl 100 smithing and enchanting. I'd really like if magic was more balanced because there are some nice looking spells in the game

    • @hannabelphaege3774
      @hannabelphaege3774 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Gustavo Spohr Well, I ran a very unfocused heavy armour/one handed mage (because I had a lack of mana and a bound sword). I still cheesed the fucking out everything with the dual-casting stagger perk. I struggled for a while, but once I hit a critical mass of magicka and regen there was nothing in the game I couldn't stunlock into dust.

    • @vicsrealms
      @vicsrealms 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ordinator and once Path of Sorcery (requires Script Extender) comes over to SE. Talk about a serious change to the magic system.

    • @gustavospohr2777
      @gustavospohr2777 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Harvey Chesterfield​​​ the stagger perk is really broken imo, but it would be nice if the destruction damage scaled more later in the game. Or maybe it would also be nice if we weren't able to craft stupid strong weapons with wigh smithing and enchanting. I mean, the crafting mechanics are so broken that the unique items we find become risiculously obsolete

  • @baccarah7010
    @baccarah7010 6 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    the conjured bow has the same base damage as a deadric bow, making it one of the best, and the spell tom ecan be aquired very early in the game. the spell will also give you unlimited deadric arrows. for you new players, you should look into that.

    • @perkitaseaman3290
      @perkitaseaman3290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I will and thank you I love you are my super hero 💗💗💗

  • @pimbech
    @pimbech 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    These guides are such high quality in editting and script. Wow, respect!

  • @alexanderchippel
    @alexanderchippel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +305

    Something yo think about: If the golden dragon claw wasn't stolen, the entire main quest never would've happened. You never would've found the dragon stone, or learned Fus.

    • @hika5251
      @hika5251 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You could steal it yourself.

    • @hika5251
      @hika5251 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can get the skeleton key.

    • @alexanderchippel
      @alexanderchippel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Letgy​ What are you talking about? My point is that if the thieves never stole the claw, you'd never know how to open the door. And because you wouldn't even know about the claw existing in the first place, you won't be about to use context clues and critical thinking to use it as a key.

    • @hika5251
      @hika5251 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hmm, true... What about the skeleton key?

    • @alexanderchippel
      @alexanderchippel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Letgy You can't use it in those doors. And even if you could, your character doesn't know about it until the end of the thieves guild quest, so you wouldn't even consider it.

  • @SlyBeast
    @SlyBeast 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Love these Strife guides (and playthroughs) for Bethesda games. Nobody does it better. Your voice is right for it, the information is clear and concise, and the production value of the video is sky high.

  • @MegaChickenfish
    @MegaChickenfish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just (finally) bought skyrim on sale and will be coming back to this. I only ever made it through the Fallout games by guides like this giving me an edge. open worlds can be overwhelming!

  • @randomtrooper7069
    @randomtrooper7069 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man.... This brings back wonderful memories... I remember exploring the world, and just admiring everything.

  • @okrajoe
    @okrajoe 7 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    Thanks for the beginning tips.

  • @OpenWorldAddict0
    @OpenWorldAddict0 7 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    Just to let people know, by completing the barrow first before going to Whiterun, you are actually skipping a scene that only occurs if you seen the Jarl before going to barrow. I actually recommend that you go out of your way to experience that scene in at least one playthrough.

    • @tswdslayer2
      @tswdslayer2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      exactly

    • @helloguytie8375
      @helloguytie8375 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Tyson W Why?

    • @dimwitsadvocate6264
      @dimwitsadvocate6264 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I thought it was good to become the Dragonborn. Why is that bad? Or am I missing your point, Tyson?

    • @mastanvx
      @mastanvx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I think the point he is trying to make is, if you don't want to be "dragonborn" and use shouts, have dragons appear in the world, etc. Then don't do the main quest line

    • @MyHentaiGirl
      @MyHentaiGirl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Sean Pepin no dragon to slain, boring :)

  • @davidwright326
    @davidwright326 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I've just started a new game in 2019 and loving it

    • @carlostrev3873
      @carlostrev3873 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Im 2 min away from starting for the first time

    • @cutthroat3666
      @cutthroat3666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Always wanted to play , what is it about? Is worth buying

    • @trance4778
      @trance4778 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cut Throat u did it?

    • @aliemadi1485
      @aliemadi1485 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I started it yesterday

  • @infinityfabrik
    @infinityfabrik ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm back, years later, from a different account, to say thanks again for making these. My wife is about to do her first playthrough and I sent her this guides playlist. I appreciate you. Much love to you and your family from us!

  • @Barnfather
    @Barnfather 7 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Reminds me of the Linkthe1st days... These are the type of guides that made you, you... Keep it up Strife.

  • @GCJACK83
    @GCJACK83 7 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Concerning the crossbow ammo, you can lift Dwarven bolts off of Dwarven constructs inside most Dwemer ruins.

    • @insaincaldo
      @insaincaldo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Probably not an early game venture though.

  • @Pyraticalpunk
    @Pyraticalpunk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just got Skyrim and I love it so far! Gonna play it for years

  • @jesse2535
    @jesse2535 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched this video back in 2018 after installing skyrim for the first time and still do not fail to come back to it when I need motivation to play the game again. It never fails to get me hyped up to be finally awake once more.

  • @Galimeer5
    @Galimeer5 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Almost 6 years after its release and over 1800 hours of gameplay and I'm still learning little bits about the game

    • @CRYPTO-ON-YT
      @CRYPTO-ON-YT ปีที่แล้ว

      and another 6 years after this comment

  • @ribs3910
    @ribs3910 7 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    All your skyrim videos make me want to hop on and play for 24hrs straight! Keep up the good work I love these guides :)

  • @dirkgrotepas5393
    @dirkgrotepas5393 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I keep restarting this game without ever reaching the end.... Love it... Never get tired of it.

  • @maximusdecimus3978
    @maximusdecimus3978 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just started the game and this game is blowing my mind

  • @larnik7536
    @larnik7536 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've been playing skyrim for 2 years and I still loved this guide :p

  • @spasmasaurus
    @spasmasaurus 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The editing on this video is really good.

  • @bullbousaura855
    @bullbousaura855 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I first watched this last year when I started playing now with 100s of hours I still watch as there’s something I like about it his voice and the almost nostalgia is amazing

  • @slimtinggs6600
    @slimtinggs6600 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s nearly the end of 2021 and here I am playing Skyrim for the first time. Glad to have watched this, wish me luck !!

  • @reekoo1994
    @reekoo1994 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    During this difficult time of Corona Virus outbreak, your guide reignited my interest in this game.
    Great video, thanks a lot!!!

  • @aramkiam
    @aramkiam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    well, as a beginner you get killed a thousand times while trying to get to the steed stone. so it's nice to know, but not really useful for a total beginner.

  • @MrAndyjobo
    @MrAndyjobo 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love the informative screen transitions.

  • @Leto85
    @Leto85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a great quality guide for sure. I like the variety in the tips that you offer; not everything is combat related only.

  • @nomorepartiezz
    @nomorepartiezz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    dont use the fucking carriages if it's your first time! you miss out on so much content if you just teleport/fast travel everywhere.

  • @austinwoods8666
    @austinwoods8666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Another helpful hint that I found is that there are two bolts you can use with the Dawnguard Crossbow. The first one is the original bolt that comes with the crossbow which can be found in Fort Dawnguard or by forging it within the castle. The other bolt is the Dwarven Bolt which can be found in most Dwarven ruins when you encounter the Dwarven Spheres.

  • @DeSjeft
    @DeSjeft 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been playing Skyrim for years but I still enoyed watching your video. Great quality!

  • @brianwambugu5230
    @brianwambugu5230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Starting my first save today. Thanks for the tips. Can't wait to dive in

  • @ethan951
    @ethan951 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Played yesterday for the first time, already hooked don’t know why it took me too long to play

    • @thelittlejuicerxiao
      @thelittlejuicerxiao 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just got it today and I'm totally lost xD

    • @kintama3453
      @kintama3453 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got it a couple days ago. Amazing.

    • @slicedapple2783
      @slicedapple2783 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its downloading right now lol

    • @slapmansion5979
      @slapmansion5979 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got it yesterday lol

    • @cosmic2750
      @cosmic2750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine arrives from Amazon today, for the PS4...I have like, three open-world incomplete games now...Witcher 3, HZD and this...I think I'll start today or tomorrow...

  • @BenSmerg
    @BenSmerg 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is such a great video. Just started a new Nord Two-Handed build, will be using these tips- thanks!

  • @aperson3080
    @aperson3080 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've watched quite a few videos on skyrim this was by far the most informative and well put together video so far

  • @CancerLord
    @CancerLord 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These secrets I was used to do while i started firstly in 2014.
    2020 just playing like a new player, cuz I love passive, with side quest actions.
    Best Beginner Guide video. Thanks for bringing back memories

  • @Drawica
    @Drawica 7 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Crossbows ignore 50% of armor, not 50 points, but besides that, amazing guide.

    • @insaincaldo
      @insaincaldo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Actually that is the enhanced crossbow, the standard one have no armour piercing, but all crossbows have a hidden 50% stagger chance.
      Oh and it would probably have been great to inform people that there are lots of bolts around Fort Downguard and they replenish with regular intervals, or you can just collect them from the people who practice around the fort. If you are not planing on joining the Dawnguard, or until you have progressed far enough to craft and buy them.

  • @birdsrneat
    @birdsrneat 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Also if you're a werewolf you don't get a rested bonus at all.

  • @dorkusmaximus5765
    @dorkusmaximus5765 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the intros and outros. I've played this game for almost 5 years but I sill came to this video cause the quality is amazing

  • @brylanjohnson4541
    @brylanjohnson4541 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never comment on videos but I just had to say your video layout is absolutely supreme I have never seen a TH-camr put such a nice transition that's very informational like you

  • @artrisk8485
    @artrisk8485 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    damn. im actually excited to play this game i've been watching too many guides by now holy freak!

  • @TDot-mq3fn
    @TDot-mq3fn 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I get those goosebumps every time

    • @ArtyomVapes
      @ArtyomVapes 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The L Delivery Man jimmy Kimmel

  • @supermoviegeeks7251
    @supermoviegeeks7251 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    First time playing this masterpiece. I’m only 30hrs in and enjoying every second. Can’t wait to get home to jump back in!

  • @anysn2268
    @anysn2268 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm new to the game, played for about 3 hours now, I came to YT to seek a beginner's guide, then I find this video and the start of it shows basically all that I have done by now 😅

  • @Masire0009
    @Masire0009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I played Skyrim for the first time today and I already love it.

    • @ashleyk452
      @ashleyk452 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here!! Glad I’m not the only one

    • @liltjaymusti8600
      @liltjaymusti8600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy to see yall new players enjoy it

  • @csmith6583
    @csmith6583 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I started playing 2 days ago and am about 10 hours in and I’m already obsessed. I’ve never been huge into Action adventure role playing games but I obviously had to give THE action adventure role playing game a chance and god I’m glad I am. The dungeons are fun, the difficulty is somewhat challenging but still a blast, I feel accomplished when complete quests as opposed to feeling like I finished a chore, and I’m only just now going to the greybeards but it seems like the main story is really cool too

    • @zopheir5019
      @zopheir5019 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm Glad you are liking it friend 🙂

  • @ayoran0
    @ayoran0 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    As someone who is trying to get into skyrim, this is just what I needed. Thank you!

  • @Animanji
    @Animanji 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Skyrim advice aside, this is an expertly edited video. Well done!

  • @D3w10n
    @D3w10n 7 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    William, this are the kinds of video I subscribed to you in first place. Not to discourage you from playthroughs and letsplays (they are fun), but this is broadcasting quality stuff :D

    • @willstrife
      @willstrife  7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      And yet the Skyrim video I released 2 weeks ago has only gotten 30k views. That's not enough to feed me, and these types of videos are not easy to make. I'm beginning to think it's time to pack up and quit making videos, because the numbers for me to live on are getting close to not adding up.

    • @D3w10n
      @D3w10n 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      William Strife I know Will, I know
      It kinda makes me sad that videos like yours (and other quality, thought to produce content) get almost no views, while all this fabricated TH-cam drama shit is getting the attention of masses. I completely understand your lack of will to do these, and I guess most of your viewers will understand if you quit. We will be grateful for the content you provided thus far :) and sorry because it didn't work out :/

    • @D3w10n
      @D3w10n 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Edniel Lee "become a sellout" what that actually means?

    • @edniellee992
      @edniellee992 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      D3w10n put more ads in his videos or have companies make him advertise items or lootcrate shit like that

    • @D3w10n
      @D3w10n 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Edniel Lee That doesn't make one a sellout... Sellout would be if someone compromised their integrity and abandoned their original content in favor of advertisements. Keep seeing people calling TH-camrs like Linus(TechTips) a sellout because he has sponsored ads and content? Basically, we get a ton of entertainment for free, maybe stop being such a self centered crybabies, it really doesn't help creators a lot.

  • @vadenlewis902
    @vadenlewis902 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I chose Khajiit to start with. The claws do 15 damage, and it’s quick, so weapons aren’t too big of a deal. Gloves of the pugilist add 10 unarmed damage, which you find under Riften. Also, Khajiit have added Pickpocket and Sneak.

    • @jdmannnn
      @jdmannnn ปีที่แล้ว

      32 unarmed with pugilist gloves

    • @EmreGhost
      @EmreGhost ปีที่แล้ว

      pff take it It's worthless to me anyway

  • @Sunbeargirl-
    @Sunbeargirl- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My first day playing Skyrim was yesterday! Thanks for the tips.

  • @ilu.bmg1884
    @ilu.bmg1884 หลายเดือนก่อน

    omg yes finally i have found what i was looking for! i got so overwhelmed by all the options and quests i didnt have a clue where to begin.

  • @blakebauman6374
    @blakebauman6374 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video is such high quality.

  • @antoniorodriguez162
    @antoniorodriguez162 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    If you want help on keeping your smithing speech and enchanting up (and slightly alteration) through them Game which all take time here's to raise up and keep steady how: so first get the transmute alteration spell and always keep a pick axe with you. Whenever you get an empty soul gem try to fill it by using the soul trap conjuration spell which can be bought from the dragons reach court wizard. When you find a mine, you can activate an animation to mine by approaching an ore vein with the action button. If it is silver or iron ore good. If it's gold ore still good. Now fast travel on your map to the guardian stone. Activate the mage stone. Staying in that location use the transmute spell and it will turn a silver ore to gold ore. Then iron ores to silver ores. Then those silvers to gold. This may take a lot of magika so once you run out simply use the corresponding "wait" button to quickly refill your magika then repeat.Once you see on the top left corner of your screen: no more ore left to transmute, the activate the warrior stone. Now fast travel to white run. To your right should be a smelter, a forge, workbench and grindstone. Go to the smelter and smelt all gold ore to gold ingots. Then head over to the forge and select the jewelry section where you will find gold ring (2). Craft as many as you can. Now your smithing should have increased exp by a few levels depending on your level. Now fast travel back to the guardian stones and activate the mage stone once again. Travel to dragons reach which is just the jarls court in white run. Remember how I said when you find soul gems fill them by killing an Enemy after using the spell soul trap on them? Now head to the jarls court wizard room which is to the right of the entrance. You should see a blue table. If you have any armor enchantments then your good to go. If not, simply find a piece of armor that's enchanted and continue the steps I'm telling you. Head over to the table and disenchant your armor piece if you had no armor enchantment. Scroll down to "item" and select "gold ring". Now go to "enchatment" and select any armor enchantment which should be highlighted in white. Now scroll down to "soul gem" and select any soul gem you want. Now click the enchant button for PS4 this is square. Do this to ad many gold rings as possible. Now head over back to the guardian stones one last time. Activate the thief stone. Now head back to white run and enter the general goods store located in the market area in whiterun. Enter and sell gold rings until the vendor has no or too little money. To refill his money click the pause button and quick save. Now kill the vendor and reload that quick save. Now if done right, his inventory and money should be refilled so you can sell again. So from this your smithing enchanting alteration and speech skill should have all leveled up hope this helped.

    • @surferdolphbro271
      @surferdolphbro271 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      was gonna read it but pressing the read more made my head hurt i am stupid

  • @Steve-vp9dp
    @Steve-vp9dp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such an underrated youtuber. I have loved your vids since I was 14

  • @restlesswretch3555
    @restlesswretch3555 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Coming back to Skyrim again. Found this now, with over 2000 hours in the game, didn't know that you could reliably find a scimitar in the early game. Appreciate the effort put into these videos.

    • @Peter_File69
      @Peter_File69 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is better go with hadvar or ralof? I am breton

    • @restlesswretch3555
      @restlesswretch3555 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Peter_File69 depends on where your loyalties lay, I usually go Hadvar cause Ulfric is a cunt

  • @tennysontableau
    @tennysontableau ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I usually recommend sticking to the main quest, because it takes you through a wide variety of experiences and locations, but it won't be a problem if you stray to do side quests. The main quest is also a good story. Skyrim and Oblivion might require some extra patience since the cooperation mechanics might be slow or confusing; if confused, try re-reading the quest log or a related book or note, and follow the compass arrow. And, don't forget to listen to the hilarious dialog from all the characters around you.
    Let me know if you have a new Skyrim LP going on youtube, I might check it out; I like watching others play Skyrim and Oblivion in their own, different way.

  • @willy_th3_walrus257
    @willy_th3_walrus257 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have never once played skyrim this totally helped

  • @danielsingleton2333
    @danielsingleton2333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a couple days off work with not much to do. Downloading the game now and looking forward to playing for the first time.

  • @kalebbaurer1664
    @kalebbaurer1664 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bro I I’ve watched your vids since I was a teen and I’m 25 now. Thank you so much for making content I’m proud to come back to.❤️

  • @Ryz414
    @Ryz414 7 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    Beginners guide. I'm already 20 hours into the remastered version.

    • @atlas1165
      @atlas1165 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Continum I'm Already at 200+

    • @koeninja
      @koeninja 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've got 170.

    • @matthewkriel5701
      @matthewkriel5701 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Continum 20 hours is barely anything considering how long it's been out

    • @Ryz414
      @Ryz414 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ***** I'm only 33 :(

    • @jacrispy3275
      @jacrispy3275 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Only at 20? Ha!

  • @jokerzx28
    @jokerzx28 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I usually just play as a dark elf I enjoy the look and lore plus the 50% fire damage resistance I love lol

  • @tjepting1
    @tjepting1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This game is still so special. Just picked it up for Switch, and already 8 hours in, and it all still feels fresh.

  • @lukestaib6744
    @lukestaib6744 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm excited, because having never played this game in the past, I am about to get it soon

  • @BWyteOfficial
    @BWyteOfficial 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ABSOLUTE LOVE FOR THESE VIDEOS WILL NEVER STOP :D

    • @ribs3910
      @ribs3910 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fuck you

    • @ribs3910
      @ribs3910 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fuck see what I did there? ;D

  • @strangebot8492
    @strangebot8492 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    You should do a Skyrim let's play, like you did with Oblivion!

    • @vdochev
      @vdochev 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He will do it eventually.

  • @Mibur2021
    @Mibur2021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This game has been out for years and I have incredible respect for the veterans who’ve stuck with it all this time. I decided it was long overdue that I buy a copy, and I’m already enjoying myself immensely. I have a feeling I will miss playing this game for the first time in the future so I’m trying to treasure these moments of blissful ignorance being new to the game.

  • @drac0vofficial35
    @drac0vofficial35 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought skyrim last week, i finally have the urge to watch a spoiler free guide, thank you again

  • @SshotaLover
    @SshotaLover 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Keep up Will. Love those type of videos. :)

  • @Reaper1008
    @Reaper1008 7 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I think that the Breton is also a good choice due to the 25% magic resist.. combined with the Atranoch stone,, adds a 50% magic absorbtion, that's pretty good..IMO

  • @elsa1181
    @elsa1181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just started playing and absolutely loving it! thanks for the tips

  • @boltspeedman35
    @boltspeedman35 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    playing it for the first time and im blown away

  • @Sovereign272
    @Sovereign272 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Love your work keep it up :)

  • @WaifuDiver
    @WaifuDiver 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great guide. Although I would argue that the Breton's innate 25% Magic Resist is much more valuable than the High Elf's +50 Magicka.

  • @PoeLemic
    @PoeLemic 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing these with us. Forgot how fun Skyrim was was; I might go back soon and play again ...

  • @jackmccracken7609
    @jackmccracken7609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have it downloading. Played 2 hours of Elder scrolls online but kept cutting out but I loved it. Looking forward to it

  • @heyster3
    @heyster3 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    looking forward to my first playthrough of skyrim.

    • @totallynotaliar9912
      @totallynotaliar9912 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Andrew Regalado How did it go?

    • @noony1218
      @noony1218 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hmm..🤔
      Guess they're lost in that world now 😆

    • @soulrebel6309
      @soulrebel6309 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@totallynotaliar9912 he got killed by a mudcrab

  • @iltoni6895
    @iltoni6895 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I completed this game 3 times and I'm watching this...

  • @lybr8r
    @lybr8r 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is absolute gold for a new player.

  • @techtipsuk
    @techtipsuk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m a dark elf. First play through on the Switch, only 7.5 hours in. Loving it.

  • @juliedelagarza1662
    @juliedelagarza1662 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was such a great tutorial. Thank you so much for taking the time and being such a good communicator.

  • @palindrome2599
    @palindrome2599 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fantastic as always, great work Will!

  • @danilomrxCorporation
    @danilomrxCorporation 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's on the better produced videos I've seen lately, congrats! Subscribed :)

  • @GamesFreezerUK
    @GamesFreezerUK ปีที่แล้ว

    Just started playing Skyrim for the first ever time and I'm loving it on the Steam Deck via Game Pass / X Cloud - what a time to be alive