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Morrowind Tips and Strategies FAQ

By John Bowens (cynic_diogenes@myfastmail.com)


June 21, 2002
Version 0.8

***THIS GUIDE CONTAINS MINOR SPOILERS, PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK***

{***I DO NOT LIKE GETTING E-MAIL, EXCEPT FOR CORRECTIONS OR
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE GUIDE ITSELF.  IF YOU SEND SOME, DO NOT BE
SURPRISED IF I DO NOT REPLY.  I APOLOGIZE IF THIS CAUSES ANY
INCONVIENCE, BUT I SIMPLY DON'T GIVE OUT HELP OUTSIDE THE GUIDE***}


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Copyright Notice:  This file is copyrighted by John Bowens as of May
17, 2002.  It may be distributed and reproduced via any medium, as long as the contents of this file remain unchanged, there is no price charged in association with this file, and proper credits are given to all that deserve them.  (In other words; Bethesda Softworks Inc.,
ZeniMax Media, any contributors mentioned, and me)
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Distribution Notice:  Due to several e-mails asking me permission about whether they can distribute this guide to other sites, I have added this section to the FAQ.  This file may be distributed to any site, it is effectively public domain as far as I am concerned.  The copyright notice is only there to deter those who seek to make a profit from this work, change it, or pass it off as their own.  If you don't fall into any of those categories, do whatever you want with this file.  (By the way, I would appreciate it if you are a web-master posting this guide that you keep it fairly current.  I make mistakes, and I don't want others to suffer for it.)
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E-mail Notice:  As my namesake suggests, I am not one for socializing.
I rarely check my e-mail, and when I do it is only for important information such as my account status.  Any contributions or corrections to the FAQ are welcome, but they may not make it into the guide, depending on my mood.  If I do accept a contribution or correction, full credit will be given to the best of my ability.  This means that if someone sends me information without his or her name/handle/e-mail address, I can't properly credit that person.  So include that information!  ALL OTHER E-MAILS WILL BE DELETED.
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Version History

May 17, 2002
0.1 = First version

May 22, 2002
0.2 = Small update concerning some errors I made, a few formatting changes, and a distribution notice.  (Which I should have added earlier)  I also added a contributor's section as well.  From now on any significant information that has been changed, added, or clarified on will be enclosed in these symbols {}.  This information will remain marked until one revision has been made from the first version the information appeared in, at which point the symbols will be dropped.
Any outdated or erroneous information from a previous version will not be marked as such; it will simply be deleted.  If you are reading this to see what changes have been made, use the find command, under the edit button near the top of your browser window, and type in this {.
(Without the period of course.)

May 28, 2002
0.3 = Pretty big update, corrected a few more errors and added the
HUGE monster section.  This guide is really starting to come along in my oh so humble opinion.  Considering this is my first guide, or written work submitted online for that matter, I think its pretty good. :)

June 2, 2002
0.4 = Added a bug section where I point out some known bugs that might mess with your game.  This section of course is subject to change in a patch; so don't take all the information as gospel.  I also added some more to the ranged attacks section, and the thievery section, as well as a completely new section called general hints and tips.  This section deals with stuff I couldn't fit in anywhere else, but remains useful nevertheless.  If you are planning on training, I highly recommend you look at it.

June 7, 2002
0.5 = Added the skills section where I go over each skill, its relative speed to level, and overall usefulness.

June 16, 2002
0.6 = Medium update, concerning the general tips section.  Added one particularly cool trick concerning unlimited high quality weapons and shields.  Read the section for the juicy details.  I also added a lot about Creeper, enjoy.

June 19, 2002
0.7 = Made a few little errors here and there that needed fixing.  I also made some mistakes in the leveling section, according to the "leveling mechanics guide" by SThakur.  I will put in a note concerning the discrepancies between my information and his.  I am unlikely to confirm his information, but it is probably correct, as I never did any detailed investigation of the leveling system.  Finally,
I added another large section dealing with spells and their effects.
I decided I wouldn't give a rating to each one, like I did with the skills, and instead simply discuss the advantages of each one.  I will however point out whether one effect is obviously superior to another, similar one.

June 21, 2002
0.8 = Ok, I relented; I addressed a few of the questions I get in the e-mails.  I added in some information that isn't covered or done poorly in the manual, a sort of how to guide, as per the suggestion of
David Warner.  I also made it a bit more clear about my dislike for e- mail in general so no more individuals will be disappointed by my lack of action in that regard.  I added some corrections and contributions as well, check the contributions section for details.
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Table of Contents:

1) Introduction

2) {How to... (A section for the less obvious commands)}

3) Creating your character a) Race b) Class c) Birth Sign d) Other

4) Travel a) Ways of getting from A to B a) Places to see, and loot to plunder b) Things to watch out for

5) Combat a) Melee, or the Art of Sticking Pointy Objects into Bad Things b) Magic, or the Art of Turning Bad Things into Crispy Strips c) Ranged, or the Art of Changing Bad Things into Pincushions

6) Monsters a) How to prevent the loss of one's internal organs b) Types of monsters

7) Leveling

8) Skills

9) Spell Effects a) Conjuration b) Illusion c) Destruction d) Restoration e) Mysticism f) Alteration

10) Guilds a) Why being a member is a good idea b) Guild services

I)    Spells and spell making

II)   Enchanting

III)  Guild Guides

IV)   Training

V)    A place to call home

11) Property acquisition without really trying

12) General tips and hints

13) Bugs! (not in the bunny sense either)

14) {Contributor's section}

15) {Credits and closing thoughts}
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1) Introduction

Morrowind is a vast place.  It is difficult to make it through in one piece, much less as an adventurer of power, prestige, and wealth.
This guide is designed to provide the traveler with general information about the world and its inhabitants.  This guide is NOT designed to provide quest details, nor is it a primer for those unfamiliar with the world of fantasy or the manual that came with the game.  If you don't know what strength/combat arts/magicka/etc. is, look it up in the manual, as I won't explain what it is.  In addition,
I will not give out directions to specific places, as that information is beyond the scope of this guide.  As much as I can, I will try to ensure the following information is accurate.  However I may make mistakes, and Bethesda may change the information with a patch, so be careful.  Any information that I got from a specific person I will put a star like this * by said information.  Read the credits section though for complete information regarding the sources of my information.  At times I can also be extremely long-winded, so if you feel the need to flee from this file, I understand.  With all that said, let's get on with the show!

2) {How to guide}

Before you begin as an adventurer, you need to know a few things that are not so obvious about the interface and the game.  I will cover these things under this section...

How do I delete spells?

Open up the panel containing the list of all your spells by left clicking on the icon that shows your active magic.  Now hold down shift and left click on the spell you want to delete.  A confirmation box should pop up, click ok to delete the spell.

I lost my inventory\map\spell\stats panel!  How do I get it back?

Make sure you are in the mode that allows you to look at such things in the first place and brings up the movable cursor.  Now click on the corresponding icons to bring up the panels.  For example, click on the mini-map in the bottom right corner will bring up the map panel, clicking on the icon that identifies your current weapon will bring up