Introduction
In the early stages of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster, mages face distinct challenges—limited inventory space, low health, and slow Magicka regeneration. Securing a safe, reliable base early in the game significantly enhances both survival and convenience. This professional guide is tailored specifically for players running a mage-focused build. It walks you through how to quickly establish a home base with secure storage and a bed, all without spending any gold. This approach not only streamlines your progression but also sets you up to explore, level up, and manage loot effectively from the beginning.
Step 1: Exit the Starting Dungeon and Prepare
Leave the Tutorial Area
Once you've completed the opening sequence in the Imperial Sewers, you’ll emerge into the open world. From this point, the goal is to head north to acquire a free safehouse. Before setting out, make sure you’ve looted the final chest in the tutorial and managed your carry weight.
Set a Navigation Marker
To keep the path clear, open your map and place a custom marker directly north of your current position. This will make navigation much easier, especially if you’re new to the compass system. If the compass is unclear, ensure your HUD is properly configured under settings.
Step 2: Start Traveling North
Follow the Road and Turn West
Begin walking directly north until you hit a major road. Once you reach the road, take a left—this puts you heading west. Your destination is a small inn named Aleswell, but don’t stop at the first inn you see; it’s the second one that matters.
Skill Opportunities While Traveling
Along this route, consider using this time to passively train some of your abilities:
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Jump repeatedly to boost Acrobatics.
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Sneak near NPCs, such as guards, to improve Sneak (though avoid overleveling early).
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Sprint whenever possible to raise Athletics. If you’re playing as an Atronach-born character, conserve your Magicka and look out for special resources to replenish it.
Step 3: Make Use of Ayleid Wells
Locate the Ayleid Well
As you progress west along the road, you’ll come across a glowing Ayleid Well. These ancient structures can replenish your Magicka once per day. If you’re running an Atronach birthsign build (which prevents Magicka regeneration), this is extremely valuable.
Train Conjuration with the Well
Use the well strategically:
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Cast Summon Spells near the well to raise your Conjuration skill.
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Once your Magicka is depleted, recharge at the well and repeat. This creates an efficient training loop early in the game without the need for potions or rest.
Step 4: Reach Aleswell and Accept the Quest
Find the Right Inn
Continue heading west past the first inn you see. Eventually, you'll arrive at Aleswell, which becomes visible on your compass as you get closer. The inn is small, quiet, and tied to a short but essential quest that unlocks your free safehouse.
Begin the “Aleswell Invisibility” Quest
Walk inside and speak to the innkeeper. They will prompt you to help resolve a local issue—villagers have become invisible due to magical interference. Accept the quest. A new marker will appear on your map leading you to the source of the problem.
Step 5: Handle the Invisible Threat
Travel to Fort Caractacus
The quest directs you to Fort Caractacus, located just downhill from Aleswell. Navigate carefully, especially if you arrive at night—visibility and combat difficulty increase in low light. Use your Detect Life spell if available to spot the invisible enemies.
Defeat the Inhabitants
Inside the fort, you’ll encounter two invisible rats. They are low-level enemies but can be tricky to track. Keep your block raised and rely on area-of-effect spells or summons for best results. After clearing them, proceed up the stairs to locate the wizard responsible.
Step 6: Confront Ancotar and Complete the Quest
Speak with Ancotar
Find Ancotar, a reclusive mage hiding in the ruins. He’s the one who accidentally cast the invisibility spell on the town. After a short dialogue, he’ll provide a scroll called Reverse Invisibility.
Return to Aleswell
Fast travel back to Aleswell. Stand in the center of the village and use the scroll like a standard spell. Once cast, the residents will return to visibility, and the quest will automatically complete.
Step 7: Unlock Free Bedroom and Storage
Receive Your Reward
After resolving the issue, speak to the innkeeper again. As a reward, you’ll be granted access to a free bedroom inside the inn. This includes:
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A safe storage chest
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A bed to rest and level up
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Permanent, unrestricted access
Locate the Room
Head up the stairs in the inn. The first room on the left is now yours. Inside, you’ll find a chest that does not reset, making it ideal for long-term item storage. To access it, stand near it, press the interact button, then transfer items using the dual menu interface.
Step 8: Benefits for Mage Builds
Unlimited Storage for Ingredients and Gear
As a mage, your inventory often fills quickly with scrolls, alchemical ingredients, and enchanted gear. Now, you can offload unused items safely and return to retrieve them later without risk of loss.
Daily Mana Recovery Nearby
There is another Ayleid Well located close to Aleswell, on the nearby hill. This creates a reliable cycle:
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Rest at the inn
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Store your loot
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Recharge Magicka daily This is especially efficient for Atronach builds, giving them a stable base to operate from.
Step 9: Next Steps and Exploration Options
Explore Surrounding Ruins
With a home base secured, you’re now free to explore at your own pace. Nearby, there are at least two Ayleid ruins visible on your map:
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One just west of the “H” in Aleswell
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Another slightly above the “E” in Red Ring Road
These ruins often contain Welkynd Stones—useful for restoring Magicka—or valuable loot. Clear them at your discretion to gain experience and magical resources.
Use Your Base Strategically
This safehouse becomes an ideal point of return. After each dungeon crawl or exploration loop:
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Return to Aleswell
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Rest and level up
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Recharge at the well
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Manage your inventory
This repeatable cycle significantly enhances gameplay efficiency and reduces the need for constant merchant visits.
Step 10: Integrate Guild Progression
Begin Mages Guild Recommendations
Now that you’re equipped with secure storage and a recovery system, consider starting the Mages Guild Recommendation Quests. These are located in each major city and required for access to the Arcane University.
Rather than fast traveling immediately, consider walking to each city to experience organic exploration and uncover unmarked locations. Once you’ve visited a town, fast travel becomes available for return trips.
Conclusion
Securing a safehouse early in Oblivion Remaster—especially for mage builds—provides a strong foundation for exploration and progression. The Aleswell inn offers free storage, a reliable place to rest, and proximity to valuable Ayleid Wells. These features create a stable environment where mages can manage resources efficiently, level up strategically, and prepare for more advanced quests like the Mages Guild recommendations. By investing time early in setting up a secure home base, you greatly improve both convenience and survivability throughout your journey in Cyrodiil.
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