This game-the Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, has enticed veterans and every newcomer trying to walk through Cyrodiil. In all that wonder, one might experience a few moments when one’s arms and equipment are battered and require some maintenance. New players and old just needing a refresher will find every aspect covered in this guide, which shows you precisely how to repair and maintain your weapons and armor in Oblivion Remastered.
How to Repair Armor & Weapons in Oblivion Remastered
In Oblivion Remastered, there are two principal methods of repairing armor and weapons. The first would be to visit vendor NPCs, especially Blacksmiths scattered throughout the towns and cities in Cyrodiil to fix your equipment for a fee. The other method involves the use of Repair Hammers, which lose durability over time when your character is damaged by either physical, magical, or ranged attacks.
You can buy Repair Hammers from any Blacksmith or various traders, though they are also fairly common throughout the world and often hidden within locked chests. Hence, improving your lockpicking skills is well worth it if you want an easier time getting to such useful tools.
Still, players should take caution against repairing an item by themselves, considering that their Armorer skill might still be low. With low Armorer skill, there is a greater chance of breaking Repair Hammers in the process, therefore wasting them-and forcing the player to use another one. All in all, leveling up the Armorer skill can only be done through repairing gear repeatedly. The more the player repairs, the better he or she becomes at it, and less the chances are of wasting hammers.
So, durability doesn’t only affect the armor defense, it even reduces weapon damage. To avoid having your performance reduced, it is wise to keep all your equipment well maintained or above 80% condition at the very least.
Note: The Armorer skills unlock perks for faster hammering and better maintenance of gear. To facilitate benefit performance, players should seek Armorer Trainers in settlements. However, it is worth noting that characters can only have five session limits at each level. Therefore, think wisely.
Fastest Way to Level Up Armorer Skill in Oblivion Remastered
The Armorer skill can be increased through using Repair Hammers. The skill experience is granted with each repair action undertaken by the player. The player can enhance the skill irrespective of the damage status of that item. It only takes an item that is eligible for repair to increase the Armorer skill.
Repair Hammers are available throughout the game world as random loot in chests or containers or lying around in certain places. However, if you want to obtain them in bulk reliably, going to merchants is your best bet. Some are stocked at the Three Brothers Trade Goods in the Imperial City Market District and can even be found for sale at most general goods outlets and blacksmiths throughout Cyrodiil.
How to Repair Enchanted Items in Oblivion Remastered
In Oblivion Remastered, repairing enchanted items requires players to reach at least level 25 in the Armorer skill, unlocking the Apprentice perk. This perk enables the repair of gear with magical properties. However, it’s important to note that when repairing enchanted equipment, the game treats your Armorer skill as one level lower than it actually is, which increases the likelihood of breaking a Repair Hammer during the process.
To avoid damaging valuable items, it’s often safer to rely on Blacksmiths for repairs, especially early in the game. But if you’re deep in a dungeon or far from town and must handle repairs yourself, it’s best to level up your Armorer skill first to reduce the risk of mishaps.
Because Repair Hammers are generally cheaper than Blacksmith services, a smart strategy is to invest in Armorer training early and stock up on hammers. Use them to practice on low-value items such as loot from bandits to safely improve your skill without jeopardizing your best gear.
