The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Game of the Year Edition Deluxe

[sygnus21]

Already got the game, playing it now.

And I've never played, nor do I have any of the other Morrowind/Oblivion games. I'm just playing this because everyone swears by it, and I plan on getting Skyrim

 

[Devux]

Already got the game, playing it now.

And I've never played, nor do I have any of the other Morrowind/Oblivion games. I'm just playing this because everyone swears by it, and I plan on getting Skyrim

Just out of curiosity, what kind of character did you make?

 

[sygnus21]

Well my character is a Dark Elf who's class is a Bard. I was torn between being a Bard or Mage but decided on the Bard based on my stye of play in Dragon Age. I'm sure I'd choose diffrently once I finish my first playthrough though.

Anyway I'm sure everyone will have an opinion of a character to best play the game.

 

[Devux]

Anyway I'm sure everyone will have an opinion of a character to best play the game.

Very true, I was just curious as to which route you had chosen. I am currently a Khajiit, assassin class named By-Tor. Kudos to whomever gets the reference from which By-Tor came.

 

[sygnus21]

Kudos to whomever gets the reference from which By-Tor came.

Well I have no clue

BTW are you just starting the game or have you played it before. Just curious?

 

[Wishmaster]

I focused mainly on a Warrior class, 1Handed Sword + Shield.
Also, some magic. Shields, Healing, and a bit of Destruction Magic (pretty much just the touch type damage spells)
And have the daily "Full Heal" ability.

I also done a lot of Alchemy.

I have been meaning to play through a again as maybe a mage ...



As far as whats best .. There are so many options in how you can build and play your character, Im not sure there is one.

 

[sygnus21]

As far as whats best .. There are so many options in how you can build and play your character, Im not sure there is one.

Yeah, It’s the same in Dragon Age. It's just comes down to play style and what you're comfortable with. For me it's a Rogue in Dragon Age as I kind of like close combat.

 

[Devux]

Kudos to whomever gets the reference from which By-Tor came.

Well I have no clue

BTW are you just starting the game or have you played it before. Just curious?

I've played it for about the last year or so. I play on the PS3 though, so the experience is a little different, mainly no mods. Killer game nonetheless.

 

[BugMeister]

I'm playing as a Wood-Elf, who's also a Knight Of The Nine....
- he's a real stealthy little fellow - excellent marksman..

- he hasn't ventured into Shivering isles yet, though I've been there with other CHRs
- weird place..

- post us a piccie of your Bard, sygnus..

 

[sygnus21]

Will do when I get a chance

 

[sygnus21]

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I'm playing as a Wood-Elf, who's also a Knight Of The Nine....
- he's a real stealthy little fellow - excellent marksman..

- he hasn't ventured into Shivering isles yet, though I've been there with other CHRs
- weird place..

- post us a piccie of your Bard, sygnus..

Here's my character.....

 

[BugMeister]

- cool..
- haven't played the Bard character yet..

- must give it a go..

 

[sygnus21]

Man I hate that freakin dialogue system with the "personality" wheel

How the frak does that thing work? And how do I know if I'm successful?

Thanks

 

[Devux]

Man I hate that freakin dialogue system with the "personality" wheel

How the frak does that thing work? And how do I know if I'm successful?

Thanks

The more filled in the wedge is, the more 'weight' that section carries. You look at the expression that the character makes as you choose each section. They will either Smile, smirk, frown, or scowl. Then just make sure you put the biggest wedges in the two most positive reaction areas. Don't know if that helps you or confuses you more.:sarc:

 

[sygnus21]

Thanks, yeah I got that part of it down. What I don't understand is how do I know if I'm successful in my attempts?

I ask because there were a few instances where I tried to persuade someone, got a positive verbal response from them, but the dialogue that needed to be unlocked remained locked (gold instead of gray).

Perhaps it's because I'm still at level 1?

Thanks.

Anyway I have to go out now so it wiil be a couple of hour before I get back here.

 

[Wishmaster]

I must admit I wasnt a huge fan of the dialog part myself.

It took me a while to get this down as well.
But it does get easier. Looking at the facial expressions helps as well.

The more your skills improve the easier it gets. For example, you can get a skill that allows you to rotate the wheel one time, without choosing a option.

 

[Devux]

Thanks, yeah I got that part of it down. What I don't understand is how do I know if I'm successful in my attempts?

I ask because there were a few instances where I tried to persuade someone, got a positive verbal response from them, but the dialogue that needed to be unlocked remained locked (gold instead of gray).

Perhaps it's because I'm still at level 1?

Thanks.

Anyway I have to go out now so it wiil be a couple of hour before I get back here.

Yeah if you have a low speechcraft skill it is hard to get their disposition up. For future reference a disposition of 70 is the magic number for unlocking information from people. At a low level sometimes you have to hand over fistfuls of gold to get there.

 

[sygnus21]

Yeah if you have a low speechcraft skill it is hard to get their disposition up. For future reference a disposition of 70 is the magic number for unlocking information from people. At a low level sometimes you have to hand over fistfuls of gold to get there.

Thanks. That's exactly what I was looking for and it explains a lot!


Thanks

 

[LiquidSnak]

I'm not bothering to read four pages about a game I already love, but I use it on pro x64 with no stuttering, no other issues just fine. I've been playing it since it came out, and it's still one of my favorite games. I haven't completed one of the expansions yet, it's just waiting for me lol.

 

[Everlong]

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I'm playing as a Wood-Elf, who's also a Knight Of The Nine....
- he's a real stealthy little fellow - excellent marksman..

- he hasn't ventured into Shivering isles yet, though I've been there with other CHRs
- weird place..

- post us a piccie of your Bard, sygnus..

Here's my character.....

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Looking good

If you're wanting a nice set of robes then join the Dark Brotherhood. It's probably also my favourite faction to join as I personally find it has the best quests, as well as one of the best "entrance" quests to do. I'll let you find out how you go about getting in to the Brotherhood