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: Choosing to follow Hadvar at the start of the game grants you access to free iron and steel ingots from the Riverwood blacksmith, which is a massive boost for early crafting.

To fund your early adventures or buy your first house in , you can use a simple alchemy recipe suggested by wikiHow : Recipe : Blue Mountain Flower + Blue Butterfly Wing.

: If NPCs tell you that you "look sick," check your Active Effects menu for red text. You can cure illnesses by praying at any temple altar or drinking a Cure Disease potion. the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim

: A reusable soul gem that can capture "black" (humanoid) souls, making it the most efficient tool for recharging enchanted weapons.

: A unique katana found in Sky Haven Temple that deals extra damage to dragons and shock damage to other enemies. : Choosing to follow Hadvar at the start

: A Daedric artifact shield that creates a ward when blocking. This ward costs no magicka and can negate dragon breath and powerful spells entirely.

In , one of the most helpful strategies for any new Dragonborn is mastering the Alchemy and Smithing loop to create "god-tier" gear . By combining these professions, you can create gear that far exceeds the base statistics of any artifact found in the world. Essential Items for a Powerful Start You can cure illnesses by praying at any

: Located near Riverwood, this cabin contains a secret basement with an Alchemy Lab and Arcane Enchanter that you can use for free, though Anise will become hostile if she catches you.