Complete Guide to Arniel's Endeavor in Skyrim

Introduction

"Arniel's Endeavor" is a quest found in the College of Winterhold, which is one of the main locations for magic users in Skyrim. In this quest, you will assist the eccentric mage Arniel Gane in his research on the mysterious artifact known as the "Staff of Magnus." The quest involves crafting, exploring, and a bit of alchemy. This guide will provide you with a step-by-step walkthrough to ensure you complete this quest successfully.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

• Starting the Quest

  • Travel to the College of Winterhold if you are not already there.
  • Enter the Hall of the Elements and look for Arniel Gane, who can often be found near his study.
    • Speak to Arniel to start the quest. He will mention his research and the need for your assistance.
    • He will then give you the "Focus" spell and ask you to gather some materials.

• Gathering Materials

  • You need to collect specific ingredients for Arniel's research:
    • Mammoth Tusk
      • You can find Mammoth Tusks by hunting Mammoths, which can be located in the tundras around Skyrim.
        • Equip a good weapon to take them down effectively.
        • Collect the tusks from the corpses.
    • Void Salts
      • Void Salts can be bought from various alchemy shops throughout Skyrim or obtained from specific enemies.
        • Check with merchants in places such as the Arcanaeum or the Windhelm's alchemy shop.
    • Horker Tusks
      • Horkers can be found near shores and in cold regions; defeat them to obtain Horker Tusks.
        • Approach cautiously as they can be aggressive if they see you.

• Returning to Arniel

  • With all the materials gathered, head back to Arniel in the College of Winterhold.
    • Speak with him again, and he will ask for help with the experiment.
    • He will guide you through crafting the "Experimental Oil" and upgrading the focus.

• Completing the Experiment

  • After discussing the process with Arniel, you will need to create the oil.
    • Use the alchemy table to mix the ingredients into "Experimental Oil."
      • Make sure you have all the necessary materials before attempting.
  • Once created, give the oil back to Arniel.

• Final Steps

  • After you have completed the crafting, Arniel will ask you to repeat the process once or twice, so be prepared for additional ingredient collection if necessary.
    • Complete any tasks he assigns you, and he may also request to speak to specific NPCs about the ongoing research.
  • After all tasks and interactions are completed, you will need to assist with a final demonstration.
    • Follow along with Arniel as he performs the experiment, leading to the climax of the quest.

• Concluding the Quest

  • After the experiment is complete, Arniel will reward you for your assistance.
    • You will gain experience and possibly other unique rewards, depending on your choices throughout the quest.
  • The quest ends with a conversation with Arniel, revealing the outcomes of his work.

Conclusion

Completing "Arniel's Endeavor" is a rewarding experience that introduces you to more of Skyrim's lore and gives you a chance to engage with the magic community within the College of Winterhold. Through carefully gathering materials, assisting Arniel in his experiments, and completing the tasks he assigns you, you will not only advance your skills in alchemy but also gain a deeper understanding of Skyrim's magical elements. Enjoy your journey through the arcane mysteries of Tamriel!