Does Your Character Age in Oblivion?
Introduction to Character Aging
Your character does not age in Oblivion, as the game does not have an aging mechanic that alters your character’s physical appearance or abilities over time, but rather a vampirism effect that represents the stages of becoming a vampire. The Elder Scrolls series, including Oblivion, focuses on character development through leveling up, skill progression, and story progression, rather than physical aging.
FAQs about Oblivion
General Information
- What is the effect of the “old” effect on my character? The “old” effect represents the stages of vampirism, rather than the character’s actual age, and can be prevented or cured using certain mods or in-game items.
- Does gender make a difference in Oblivion? Yes, gender affects character attributes, with males having higher strength, agility, and endurance, while females excel in intelligence, willpower, and speed.
- Can I romance characters in Oblivion? Not without mods, as there are no built-in romance quests, but players can role-play or use mods like Romancing Eyja to create romantic storylines.
Gameplay Mechanics
- Can I have a girlfriend or wife in Oblivion? No, the game does not support marriage or romantic relationships without mods, but players can have followers or companions.
- Does Oblivion ever end? No, the game does not have a definitive ending, and players can continue playing after completing the main quest.
- Who is the villain of Oblivion? Mehrunes Dagon, the Daedric Prince of Destruction and Change, is the main antagonist responsible for the Oblivion Crisis.
Character Development
- How many endings are in Oblivion? While there are multiple ways to reach the ending, there is essentially only one gameplay ending, with varying lore implications.
- Do races matter in Oblivion? Yes, races specialize in certain attributes and have unique powers, making them important for character builds.
- Can I become a knight in Oblivion? Yes, players can become a knight by joining knightly orders or wearing knightly armor, with Imperial characters having access to Imperial Legion armor.
Game Progression
- What happens if I go to jail in Oblivion? Going to jail results in losing skill levels each day, except for Security and Sneak, which may increase, and can be avoided by sneaking out.
- Can I avoid becoming a vampire in Oblivion? Yes, using a Cure Disease potion or visiting an altar can cure vampirism, but if left untreated, the character will become a vampire after three days.
- How do I become less attractive in Oblivion? Lowering Personality to 20 or lower, which can be done by drinking cheap wine, will make the character less attractive.
Additional Information
- Can I get drunk in Oblivion? Characters can consume skooma, which temporarily boosts speed and strength but lowers intelligence and agility, but they cannot get drunk from drinking alcohol.
- What is the best race to choose in Oblivion? The Breton race is considered one of the best for a balanced character, with overall bonuses and no drawbacks.
- Should I avoid leveling up in Oblivion? No, leveling up provides many advantages, such as increased attributes and skills, and allows players to access more content and quests, although it also increases enemy difficulty.