How to Get a Horse Early in Oblivion Remastered
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered offers players a rich fantasy world to explore—but let’s face it, walking everywhere can get tedious fast. One of the smartest early moves in the game is to secure a horse. Fortunately, you don’t have to wait long or spend gold to do it. Here’s how to get a horse in Oblivion early, using the main questline to your advantage.
Start the Main Questline
As soon as you exit the sewers after the tutorial, your goal should be to follow the main story. It won’t take long before you’re pointed towards Kvatch. This is a crucial turning point for obtaining a horse.
- Head to Kvatch, where you’ll face your first major challenge: clearing out an Oblivion Gate and saving civilians trapped in the local chapel.
- Once this task is complete, you’ll be tasked with escorting Martin Septim, the emperor’s hidden heir, to Weynon Priory.
This step isn’t just important for the narrative—it sets up your path to acquiring your own steed.
Defend Weynon Priory
When you arrive at Weynon Priory, things escalate quickly. The location will be under siege. You’ll need to fend off a group of attackers as part of the quest. It’s after this battle that your opportunity arises.
- Inside the priory, speak with Jauffre. He’s a central character to the storyline, serving as protector to Martin and custodian of the Emperor’s amulet.
- Once the area is secure, choose the dialogue option “Assistance” when speaking to Jauffre.
He will inform you that Prior Maborel, the priory’s caretaker, was killed in the attack—and that you’re welcome to take his horse.
Where to Find Prior Maborel’s Horse
To complete the process and actually get a horse in Oblivion, simply walk outside to the stables at Weynon Priory.
- Look for the horse named “Prior Maborel’s Horse.”
- It’s typically in the stables near the building or standing in the open field nearby.
No payment, no stealing mechanics—this horse is legitimately yours from this point forward. That makes it one of the easiest and earliest ways to travel faster and carry more weight without waiting for higher-level gear or city stables.
Tips for Using Your New Horse
Now that you’ve managed to get a horse in Oblivion, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Horses don’t fast travel with you unless you’re mounted when you initiate the fast travel.
- They can die, so try not to engage in combat while on horseback unless absolutely necessary.
- You can dismount quickly if you’re ambushed, but keep an eye on your horse’s health if enemies target it.
Although Prior Maborel’s horse isn’t the fastest or strongest in the game, it gets the job done and provides an essential mobility boost early on.
Final Thoughts
If you’re aiming to streamline your Oblivion experience, getting a horse as early as possible is a must. Thanks to the main questline, you can get a horse in Oblivion without spending a single coin or stealing from a stable. It’s a quick win that makes exploring Cyrodiil a lot more enjoyable.
Be sure to follow the main story until you reach Weynon Priory, speak to Jauffre, and grab that horse. You’ll be galloping across Tamriel in no time.
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