To level the Marksman skill fast in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, especially Oblivion Remastered, here are the most effective methods:
Fastest Methods to Level Marksman
- Arrow Pinning Exploit at Peryite's Shrine
Go to Peryite's Shrine east of Bruma, where you can find NPCs to use as targets. Shoot many arrows into an NPC, then enter and exit a nearby building or area repeatedly. Each time you reload, the game registers the arrows hitting the target, rapidly increasing your Marksman skill without needing to shoot more arrows. When the arrows despawn, shoot more and repeat the process
- Horse Arrow Exploit
Obtain a horse (Shadowmere is ideal as it cannot die). Shoot 5 to 10 arrows into the horse, then enter and exit a nearby building repeatedly. Each time you come out, the game counts the arrows hitting the horse, leveling Marksman quickly without firing new shots. This method is safe and fast for early or late game
- Use Weak Bows and Arrows on Durable Targets
To maximize hits and XP, use bows and arrows that deal minimal damage so the target lasts longer. Avoid leveling Agility too much because higher Agility increases damage, which kills targets faster and reduces training time. Healing enemies to keep them alive also extends training sessions
- Train on NPCs or Summoned Creatures
Summon creatures to use as endless targets without risking killing important NPCs. Alternatively, use NPCs that can survive multiple hits, possibly healing them to prolong training
Additional Tips
- Use the arrow duplication glitch to get unlimited arrows for training without running out
- Avoid shooting archery targets (like those in Chorrol) as they do not grant Marksman XP
- Pay for trainers or read Marksman skill books for additional XP boosts if desired
These methods allow you to level Marksman efficiently and quickly, leveraging game mechanics and exploits to maximize XP gain in Oblivion.
