Being a mage inThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remasteredrequires more than just knowing some spells. Every great witch or wizard is in need of a staff. Not a stick you find on the ground, not a carpenter’s backstock but a carefully crafted tool of magical make and origin.

As one might guess, getting your hands on such an illustrious thing is no walk in the grove. The secrets of staff-crafting are known to only a select few. To find these special individuals and craft your own staff, we’ve provided the optimal path for ensuring your success and strength.

Player talks to Raminus Polus about a Mage’s Staff in Oblivion Remastered.

How To Start The Mages' Staff Quest

To start, you must have joined the Arcane University bycompleting all of the Mages' Guild recommendation quests.

After becoming an Apprentice,speak with Raminus Polusandask him about Tasks you can completeto further your position at the Arcane University. He’ll tell you about needing to have a Mage’s Staff.Ask him more about itto accept and advance the quest.

Player finds the dead body of Zahrasha in Wellspring Cave in Oblivion Remastered.

Investigating Wellspring Cave

Your destination isWellspring Cave. It is located on the east side of the Imperial City near the waterfront.

Once inside, you’ll have your hands full with a fight.Defeat the Necromancerin the entry cavern andinteract with Zahrasha’s corpse.

Player spies a necromancer inside Wellspring Cave in Oblivion Remastered.

Continue through the cave, but beware of the other necromancers deeper in.

The enemies in these tunnels have the ability to conjure backup andsilenceyou.Make sure you have a good melee weaponwith you in case you cannot cast spells.

Player finds the lead necromancer assaulting Wellspring Cave in Oblivion Remastered.

There is a watery divide in the middle of the cave. There are no treasures here, but any necromancers that fall into the water will not drown and will return to their previous positions when reloading the area.

Following the main path, you shouldfind a door to the Wellspring Groveat the northmost edge of the cave.

Player finds the base of the Mage’s Staff inside a stone chest in Wellspring Cave in Oblivion Remastered.

Once you exit the cave, you will be met with three more necromancers. The leader of them, Noveni Othran, will run up to speak with you.

There’s nothing you may do to talk your way out. They will all attack you regardless, soattack back and defeat them all.

Player finds Delmar during the Mages' Staff quest in Oblivion Remastered.

Before leavingthis area to give your report to Raminus Polus at the Arcane University,you should:

How To Create Your Mage’s Staff

After returning to Raminus Polus,inform himof what you found at the Wellspring Cave.

When you’ve given him all your information,press him about the staffto get the goal of creating your staff with Delmar in the Chironasium.

Player takes out their free Mages' Staff of Fire from the dresser in Oblivion Remastered.

Visit Delmarand ask him about making your Mage’s Staff. You’ll havethree primary options:

Fire,Shock, or Frost damage.

Mysticism

Soul Trap,Telekinesis, or Dispel.

After choosing your staff, you will have towait until the calendar day has elapsed.

Speak with Delmarafter waiting until the next day to claim your next staff, which should beavailable to pick up in the dresserto the left of the far enchantment altar.

Though this is the completion of your quest, you canclaim your Advancement and your next task from Raminus Poluswhen you’re ready.

If you need to recharge your staff, remember the Chironasium. The woman who works here can recharge it for you, if you don’t know where else to look.