To level up Illusion fast in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, follow these effective strategies:
Quick Steps to Level Illusion Fast
- Use Illusion Spells that Consume Magicka : Only spells that consume magicka grant skill XP. Start with low-level spells like Starlight or Candlelight which you can buy from vendors such as Edgar’s Discount Spells in the Imperial City
- Spam Cast on Yourself : Equip an Illusion spell that affects yourself and cast it repeatedly. This is the fastest way to gain experience. For example, repeatedly casting Starlight or Night Eye on yourself will increase your Illusion skill quickly
- Upgrade Spells as You Level : As your skill improves, buy or create stronger Illusion spells with higher magicka costs (e.g., Shadow Shape or custom spells made at the Arcane University). Higher magicka cost spells yield more skill XP per cast
- Use Quick Cast and Wait to Replenish Magicka : Cast spells until your magicka is depleted, then use the wait function to recover magicka quickly (wait for 1 hour). Repeat this cycle to maximize casting frequency and skill gain
- Create Custom Spells for Maximum Efficiency : At higher skill levels, use the spellmaking altar to create Illusion spells with high magnitude and duration to increase magicka cost and speed up leveling
Summary of Recommended Spells by Skill Tier
Skill Level| Recommended Spells| Notes
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Novice (0-24)| Starlight, Candlelight| Easy to spam, low magicka cost
Apprentice (25-49)| Night Eye| Moderate magicka cost
Journeyman (50-74)| Shadow Shape, custom Night Eye| Higher magicka cost for
faster XP gain
Expert (75-99)| Custom high magnitude/duration spells| Use spellmaking altar
Master (100)| Any high-level Illusion spells| Full mastery
Additional Tips
- Choose a class with Illusion as a major skill and specialization in Magic to level faster
- Use spells on yourself to avoid wasting time targeting others.
- Cast spells in a safe, convenient location such as your house to avoid interruptions.
By following these methods, you can efficiently level Illusion from 0 to 100 in a few hours of focused spellcasting
