The Definitive Guide to Guild Tabards in The Elder Scrolls Online
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So, you want to proudly display your guild’s colors in The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO)? You’ve come to the right place! Obtaining a guild tabard is a fundamental part of guild representation, allowing you to visually identify yourself as a member of a specific organization. The process is straightforward but relies on the guild’s structure and leadership.
The short answer is this: guild tabards in ESO are designed and made available by the Guildmaster once the guild reaches a certain membership threshold. Only the guildmaster or those with specific permissions can modify the tabard’s design, and any member can purchase the finished product.
Let’s dive into the details to understand everything you need to know about ESO guild tabards.
Understanding Guild Heraldry: The Foundation of Your Tabard
Before you can sport your guild’s colors, the guild itself needs to have established its heraldry. This system is unlocked when your guild has a minimum of ten members. Once this threshold is reached, the Guildmaster gains the ability to design a unique tabard for the guild.
Customization Options: Unleash Your Creativity
The heraldry system offers a wide array of customization options, ensuring that your guild’s tabard truly reflects its identity. This includes:
- Background Shapes and Patterns: Choose from various shapes and patterns to form the base of your tabard.
- Crests: Select a crest that represents your guild’s values, goals, or origin.
- Color Shades: Apply a vast array of colors to both the background and the crest, allowing for fine-tuning to match your guild’s aesthetic.
Keep in mind that designing heraldry requires in-game gold. The initial creation costs 5,000 gold, and any subsequent edits to the background, crest, or colors will cost 1,000 gold each.
Purchasing Your Tabard: Displaying Your Allegiance
Once the Guildmaster has finalized the design and paid the initial cost, guild members can purchase the tabard. Tabard Vendors do not sell pre-designed guild tabards, meaning you will have to buy them from a guild.
How to Equip Your Guild Tabard
Equipping your guild tabard is very simple. Open your inventory, and you’ll see a “Costume” slot or “Disguise” slot in your character panel. This is where your tabard belongs.
You can equip it in two ways:
- Drag and Drop: Simply drag the tabard from your inventory into the designated costume/disguise slot.
- Right-Click and Equip: Alternatively, right-click on the tabard in your inventory and select the “Equip” option from the context menu.
Once equipped, your character will proudly display the guild tabard, making it clear to everyone in Tamriel which guild you represent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guild Tabards in ESO
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding Guild Tabards in The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO):
FAQ 1: How many members do I need in my guild to unlock tabards?
You need at least 10 members in your guild before the heraldry system (and therefore, tabard design) is unlocked.
FAQ 2: Who can design and change the guild tabard?
Only the Guildmaster can create and make changes to the guild’s heraldry. These changes require gold from the guild bank.
FAQ 3: How much does it cost to create and edit a guild tabard?
Creating a heraldry costs 5,000 gold. Editing the background, crest, and colors costs 1,000 gold per change. These costs are paid from the guild’s bank.
FAQ 4: Can I equip a guild tabard if I’m not in a guild?
No. You must be a member of a guild to equip that guild’s tabard.
FAQ 5: Is there a level requirement for wearing a guild tabard?
No, there is no level requirement. Any character in the guild, regardless of level, can equip the guild tabard.
FAQ 6: Where can I find Guild Traders and what is the difference between the Guild Store?
Guild Traders are located in major cities and certain overworld zones. They are NPCs you can interact with to access a specific guild’s store. The guild store itself is accessible from any bank, allowing members to buy and sell items.
FAQ 7: Why can’t I equip a guild tabard?
There could be a few reasons. First, ensure you are actually in the guild whose tabard you’re trying to equip. Second, make sure you are using the correct costume slot or that the tabard is not glitched.
FAQ 8: Can I have multiple guild tabards?
Yes, you can have multiple guild tabards. You are able to join up to five player guilds, but can only equip one at a time.
FAQ 9: Can I sell a guild tabard?
No, you cannot sell a guild tabard on the open market. Tabards are purchased from the guild itself once the Guildmaster has designed and paid for it.
FAQ 10: What if my guild falls below 10 members? Can we still use our tabard?
You can still wear and use the tabard, but the Guildmaster cannot make changes to the design until the guild reaches 10 members again. Access to the guild bank also will be revoked until the guild reaches 10 members.
FAQ 11: How do I leave a guild?
Go to the “Roster” tab in the guild interface. Click your name, and select “Leave Guild.”
FAQ 12: Can I be in multiple guilds?
Yes, you can be in up to five player guilds simultaneously. This allows you to participate in different communities and activities.
FAQ 13: How do I change my guild’s name?
As a guild leader, you can request a guild name change by contacting customer support. You will need to provide five potential names in order of preference, along with the desired tag.
FAQ 14: What are NPC Guilds and how do they relate to tabards?
NPC Guilds are in-game organizations like the Fighters Guild, Mages Guild, and Undaunted. While you can join these guilds and gain access to their skill lines, they do not offer player-customizable tabards in the same way that player guilds do.
FAQ 15: Where do I find more information about the benefits of guilds in ESO?
Guilds are more than just tabards! Joining a guild offers access to skills, passives, and community. To further your understanding of how games support learning visit GamesLearningSociety.org.