The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

Merchants

Learn about Oblivion's merchants. Find blacksmiths, alchemists, and general goods vendors to equip your character and manage your inventory in Cyrodiil.

Merchants

The bustling cities and towns of Cyrodiil are filled with merchants who offer a wide array of goods and services. From blacksmiths selling weapons and armor to alchemists peddling potent potions and general goods vendors stocking everyday necessities, these individuals are vital for equipping yourself and managing your inventory. Understanding their locations and inventory is key to economic success.

Each major city in Cyrodiil hosts several merchants, often specializing in specific types of goods. For example, you'll find blacksmiths in most cities, while alchemists are more common in larger settlements. General goods stores offer a bit of everything, making them a convenient stop for miscellaneous items. Fences, who deal in stolen goods, are also crucial for players engaging in thievery.

Merchant Types and Locations

Merchant Type Primary Goods/Services Example Locations
Blacksmith Weapons, Armor, Repair Hammers Anvil, Bravil, Cheydinhal, Chorrol, Leyawiin, Skingrad, Imperial City
Alchemist Potions, Ingredients, Alchemy Equipment Anvil, Bravil, Cheydinhal, Skingrad, Imperial City
General Goods Miscellaneous Items, Food, Crafting Materials All Major Cities
Fence Buys Stolen Goods Bravil, Imperial City (Waterfront)
Mages Guild/Spell Merchant Spell Tomes, Magical Ingredients All Mages Guild Halls
Stables Horses All Major Cities

Merchants have a limited amount of gold each day for transactions, which replenishes at midnight. This means you can't sell an unlimited amount of items to a single merchant in one day. Building a good disposition with merchants through dialogue or quests can improve prices. Fences are particularly important for Thieves Guild members, allowing them to offload illicit goods.