For players who enjoy experimenting with the game's mechanics or need to quickly access specific spells, a list of spell IDs for console commands can be invaluable. This allows for direct manipulation of game elements, bypassing normal acquisition methods.
Accessing the Console
In Morrowind, the console can typically be accessed by pressing the tilde key (`~`). From there, you can input commands to affect the game world. The `player->addspell` command is used to grant spells to your character.
Spell ID Format
Each spell in Morrowind has a unique internal ID. These IDs are often alphanumeric strings. To use the `player->addspell` command, you will need the correct ID for the spell you wish to acquire.
Common Spell Categories and Example IDs
Below is a small sample of spell IDs. A comprehensive list would be extensive, but this provides a starting point for common and useful spells.
| Spell Name | ID | School |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Damage 10 pts | fire dmg 001 | Destruction |
| Frost Damage 10 pts | frost dmg 001 | Destruction |
| Shock Damage 10 pts | shock dmg 001 | Destruction |
| Heal 10 pts | heal 001 | Restoration |
| Fortify Strength 10 pts | fort str 001 | Restoration |
| Levitate 10 pts | levitate 001 | Alteration |
| Water Walking | waterwalk | Alteration |
| Invisibility | invisibility | Illusion |
| Summon Scamp | summon scamp | Conjuration |
| Dispel Magic 10 pts | dispel magic 001 | Mysticism |
| Teleport to Balmora | teleport balmora | Mysticism |
| Mark | mark | Mysticism |
| Recall | recall | Mysticism |
Using the Command
To add a spell, type the following into the console:
player->addspell Spell_ID
For example, to add the 'Fire Damage 10 pts' spell, you would type:
player->addspell fire dmg 001
Press Enter to execute the command. The spell should now be available in your spell list.
Important Considerations
- Case Sensitivity: Spell IDs may be case-sensitive depending on the game version or console implementation.
- Exact IDs: Ensure you are using the precise spell ID. Incorrect IDs will result in the command failing.
- Game Stability: While generally safe, excessive or incorrect use of console commands can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior or game instability. Save your game before experimenting.
- Finding More IDs: Comprehensive lists of spell IDs can often be found on dedicated Morrowind fan wikis and forums.