Complete Guide to Battlehorn Castle: Every Secret Weapon and Armor
Introduction
Exploring Battlehorn Castle in the Oblivion Remake offers players a treasure trove of hidden secrets, powerful weapons, and rare armor pieces. If you're ready to upgrade your arsenal and experience everything this old Fighter's Stronghold DLC has to offer, you're in the right place. In this guide, we'll walk through how to collect all seven unique items, uncover hidden rooms, and tackle secret bosses inside Battlehorn Castle. Make sure you have backup saves ready—you'll want them when chasing the best loot!
How to Start the Battlehorn Castle Quest
To kick things off, head west of Chorrol where you'll find Battlehorn Castle under attack. Marauders are trying to take over the place, but taking them down isn't too difficult. After the battle, make sure to loot the area carefully. One of the fallen marauders drops the Shield of Truehorn, your first unique item. If you miss it during the fight, don't worry—it usually ends up lying around outside the castle for you to pick up later.
Once the area is secure, step inside Battlehorn Castle to officially begin the related quest. You'll need to meet Nilus at the Merchant's Inn in the Imperial City Market District to purchase upgrades for the castle. Grab all available furnishings to unlock new areas and secrets inside the castle.
Unlocking the Castle Forge and More Upgrades
After buying the initial furnishings, wait two or three in-game days. Soon, one of the castle’s men-at-arms will approach you with a note from Nilus, informing you that a forge is now available for purchase. Head back to the inn and buy the forge upgrade. This completes a major part of the quest and opens the next batch of hidden rewards.
With the forge installed, you gain access to more of the castle’s hidden rooms. Make sure to explore the Master’s Quarters upstairs. Here, you'll discover a secret room behind a bookshelf. Inside, check the chest at the foot of the bed to find Lord Kelvin’s Bulwark, another unique armor piece to add to your collection.
Finding the Secret Wine Cellar Passage
After collecting Lord Kelvin’s Bulwark, it’s time to hunt down the next hidden area. From the main entrance of Battlehorn Castle, take a right turn. Look for a suspicious-looking pillar—this is actually a hidden switch. Activate it to reveal a secret door leading to the wine cellar.
Make your way through the cellar until you reach the training area in the basement. Here’s where things get interesting. Behind the archery target, there’s a candle on the wall. Activate the candle to open another secret passage. This hidden door leads to the Battlehorn Grotto, a dangerous but rewarding area filled with special enemies and loot.
Battlehorn Grotto: Defeating Lord Kain and Ariel Gerard
Before entering the Battlehorn Grotto, save your game. The enemies inside are tough, and the loot is random, so having a backup save helps if you want better rewards.
Inside the grotto, you’ll face the skeleton of Lord Kain. After defeating him, you'll pick up two amazing unique items: Lord Kain’s Shield and the Dragon Sword of Lainé. These are some of the best pieces you can find in Battlehorn Castle.
There’s also a ghost named Ariel Gerard lurking nearby. Defeating him will reward you with a randomly enchanted staff. Ariel also drops a key that unlocks a chest submerged in water below. Like the staff, the chest’s contents are random, so saving before the fight is highly recommended if you're aiming for the best possible gear.
Training Weapons and Final Secrets
Once you’ve cleared out the Battlehorn Grotto, return to the training area. Here, you’ll meet Shagrol, a friendly NPC you can spar with to improve your combat skills. If you're sneaky enough, you can pickpocket Shagrol and grab three special training weapons. These weapons aren’t enchanted like the others, but they’re still considered unique collectibles tied to Battlehorn Castle.
At this point, you should have gathered all seven unique weapons and armors from the castle. Make sure to double-check every area—some secrets are easy to miss if you rush through.
Tips for Maximizing Your Loot
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Always make a backup save before entering areas like Battlehorn Grotto. This allows you to reload and try for better chest loot or better enchantments on items like Ariel Gerard’s staff.
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Complete all castle upgrades by purchasing every furnishing and the forge. Without these, some areas and rewards stay locked.
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Check the roof after unlocking the secret passageways. A trap door from the secret room leads you onto the castle roof—there are hidden stashes up there too.
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Explore thoroughly; Battlehorn Castle hides more secrets beyond just the unique items. Keep an eye out for notes, hidden switches, and rare loot!
Conclusion
Battlehorn Castle in the Oblivion Remake offers an exciting treasure hunt for players looking to score rare and powerful gear. By carefully exploring every secret room, defeating special enemies like Lord Kain and Ariel Gerard, and upgrading the castle fully, you can collect all seven unique weapons and armors. Don't forget to save often, pickpocket Shagrol for extra goodies, and keep an eye out for hidden passages to maximize your rewards. With this guide, you're now ready to conquer Battlehorn Castle and claim every secret it holds!
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