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Gaining skills inThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remasteredisn’t hard at first, but as players start to reach higher levels, it becomesa lot harder to reach new levels. One way that players can boost skill XP is by finding skill books.
Players can buy some of these skill books inThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remasteredat a bookstore. There areseveral bookstores scattered about Cyrodiil, but those aren’t the only places where players can find these books. Out in the world, there are plenty of skill books for players to find. Some of them are evenhiding in the least-expected areas. For those who are looking to find Athletic skill books, this guide will point players in the right direction for all Athletic skill book locations inThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.
Where To Find All The Athletic Skill Books in Anvil
Starting off on the western half of the map, players should first travel tothe city of Anvil.
Cross the bridge to enter Castle Anvil. Players will need to enterthe private chamber areaof the castle, which is technically off-limits. First, they’ll needto pick an Easy difficulty lockto access the area or find some other way of getting through the door.
Once players enter the private quarters area, they’ll want to avoid guards who are patrolling the halls. There’s a guard to the immediate left, in fact, so players will need to have high Stealth to avoid being caught.
Keep to the right and follow the hall around the corner. Players will need to pick a Hard difficulty lock, which will allow them access to Baeralorn’s room. On his desk is a pile of books. Players will need to grabThe Red Kitchen Readerand give it a read to get their athletic skill boost.
Where To Find All The Athletic Skill Books in Skingrad
Players should first travel tothe West Gate in Skingrad. From there, walk down the main road, then turn right to enter that part of the city.
This road will lead players to a T intersection, with buildings on the opposite side of the player. The house that players are looking for isUuras the Shepherd’s house. Hover the cursor over the door to find the right home.
Players may need to unlock the house, but luckily, it’s only an Easy difficulty lock.
Once players are inside the house, they’ll need to be careful that Uuras isn’t home or is asleep in his bed.Sneak up the stairs to his atticand look forA Dance in Fire, Vol 3book on the shelf near the stairs.
Read it to give the character a boost in their Athletic skill.
Where To Find All The Athletic Skill Books in Bruma
The Athletic skill book in Bruma requiresa bit more effortthan some of the others in this guide. To access it, players should travel to theBruma North Gate.
From the North Gate, players can head north up the road to theCloud Ruler Temple. Here’s where things can get a bit tricky. In order to get inside the temple, players need to have the key. There’s no lockpicking this door.
Players can get the key by completing theWeynon Priory questline, whichplayers may want to go first, although this particular location can be a bit buggy. Once players can access the Cloud Ruler Temple, they’ll want to make their way into the Great Hall.
One of the bugs is often caused by fast traveling to the Cloud Ruler Temple instead of going by horse/foot with the Blades. Wait a few days for the NPC companions to catch up if players fast-traveled to the location.
Sitting on a shelf inside the Great Hall is aBeggarbook. Read that to boost the Athletic skill.
Where To Find All The Athletic Skill Books in the Imperial City
Players will need to make their wayto the Arena districtof the Imperial City to find the last Athletic skill book out in the wild. Fast travel tothe Arena gateto get started.
Once inside the arena, head to the left and go through the doors that lead to theArena Bloodworks. Inside, players will find a number of gladiators practicing, resting, or recovering from battle.
To find the Athletic book, players should hug the left wall and enter an area where some of the gladiators rest. There’s a cupboard slightly opposite the main entrance that doesn’t belong to anyone. It’s red, however, so players will want to sneak or wait for everyone to leave the area to access it.
Inside the cupboard isThe Ransom of Zarek. Once read, it will boost the player’s Athletic skill.
By reading all these Athletic skill books, players can give themselves an extra boost in Athletics without needingto visit a skill traineror spend money. Since maxing out Athletics inThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivioncan allow players to spring without consuming Fatigue, it’s worth leveling up as fast as possible.
