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Completing J'zargo's Experiment Quest in Skyrim

Introduction

In "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim," J'zargo, a khajiit mage studying at the College of Winterhold, enlists your help for a unique experiment in the quest titled "J'zargo's Experiment." This quest takes you on a path of magical experimentation where you will need to gather specific ingredients to help J'zargo create a powerful spell. This guide provides a detailed step-by-step walkthrough to successfully complete the quest and gain rewards.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Initiating the Quest

    • Locate J'zargo at the College of Winterhold in the Hall of the Elements or the Midden.
    • Speak to him to learn about his ambitious experiment involving a new spell.
    • He will task you with gathering ingredients for his potion: a Horker Tusks and Frostbite Venom.

  2. Gathering Ingredients

    • Horker Tusks
      • Travel to any coastal area where Horkers can be found (e.g., the beaches near Dawnstar or the shores of Winterhold).
      • Engage the Horkers and defeat them; loot their bodies to collect Horker Tusks.
    • Frostbite Venom
      • Head to an area populated by Frostbite Spiders, such as the caves in the Falkreath Hold or near their dens in various locations.
      • Fight the Frostbite Spiders and collect the Frostbite Venom from their remains.

  3. Returning to J'zargo

    • Return to the College of Winterhold once you have both ingredients.
    • Find J'zargo again; you can usually find him in the Hall of the Elements.
    • Present the Horker Tusks and Frostbite Venom to him to complete the first part of the quest.

  4. The Experiment

    • After delivering the ingredients, J'zargo will conduct his experiment.
    • Watch the sequence as he attempts to cast the spell. Be prepared; something goes wrong during the experiment!
    • He will ask you to follow him to the nearby area north of the College to continue the experiment.

  5. Collecting the Experiment Results

    • Once outside, J'zargo will instruct you to collect samples from the magical anomalies present.
    • Interact with each anomaly to gather Vampiric Dust from them. You will need to collect a total of three dust samples.
    • Be cautious; although the dust collection is generally safe, ensure you are ready for any hostile creatures that may appear.

  6. Concluding the Quest

    • After successfully gathering the necessary amount of Vampiric Dust, return to J'zargo.
    • Speak with him about your findings.
    • J'zargo will express his satisfaction with your help and reward you with a spell he has created called J'zargo's Flame, which allows you to summon a flame atronach.

  7. Final Rewards and Experience

    • As a final reward, you will also gain experience in your school of magic.
    • Make sure to check your inventory for your new spell and equip it to use in your travels across Skyrim.

Conclusion

Completing the "J'zargo's Experiment" quest in Skyrim not only introduces you to one of the College's most intriguing students but also rewards you with a powerful new spell. By following this step-by-step guide, you can navigate through the quest efficiently and enjoy the humorous charm that J'zargo brings to the world of Skyrim. Happy adventuring!