Economy & Trade
The economy of Cyrodiil is a dynamic system that rewards shrewd merchants and resourceful adventurers alike. From haggling with shopkeepers to investing in businesses and fencing stolen goods, understanding the flow of gold is crucial for acquiring better equipment, funding your adventures, and ultimately, thriving in the world of Oblivion.
Gold is the primary currency, used for purchasing goods and services, paying for training, and bribing officials. The value of items can fluctuate based on your Speechcraft skill and the merchant's disposition towards you. Building a good relationship with merchants can lead to better prices, both for buying and selling.
Key Economic Systems
- Merchants: Found in every town and city, selling a wide variety of goods from weapons and armor to potions and ingredients. Each merchant has a limited amount of gold for transactions, which replenishes daily.
- Fences: These shady individuals, often found in the darker corners of cities like Bravil, will buy stolen goods. They are essential for players who engage in thievery.
- Player Housing: Purchasing property provides a place to store items and can sometimes be upgraded or furnished, representing a sificant investment.
- Training: Skill trainers in various cities offer to increase your skills for a fee, allowing for character progression outside of combat.
- Alchemy & Enchanting: Crafting potions and enchanting items can be a lucrative way to make money, provided you have the necessary ingredients and knowledge.
The Thieves Guild plays a sificant role in the game's economy, offering access to fences and quests that reward stolen goods. Similarly, the Mages Guild provides access to spellmaking and enchanting, allowing players to create custom items that can be sold for profit. Understanding these interconnected systems will allow you to amass wealth and equip yourself for any challenge.