Skyrim Addict: An Elder Scrolls podcast

We open with a look at Skyrim mods and playthroughs, including an IKEA-themed follower, an East Empire Trading Company expansion, and large mod packs that bring visual changes, challenging combat, crashes, and lost progress. The hosts then compare Valheim and Enshrouded, discussing inventory and gameplay differences, difficulty settings, boss strategies, exploration, and base-building.
They also cover No Man’s Sky’s anniversary expedition, the Starfield mod Star Wars Genesis, hardware requirements for large mod packs, and plans for a Fallout 4 roundtable. The episode closes with a Skyrim story about Lyareth’s visit to the Dawnstar Sanctuary and her conversation with a Dark Brotherhood assassin at the College of Winterhold.

Michael, Victor and Ray are back discussing the mod collection Mages and Vikings as well as the Sentinel speculation. Thanks for listening to this episode from ASAPodcasting. If you have a moment please consider leaving a review on iTunes.

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Michael runs a Dark Elf necromancer in Gate to Sovngarde, Ray goes deep on Nordic Souls and Baldur’s Gate 3, and the crew debates AI mods on Nexus and Elder Scrolls 6.

Dave's ES Stories

• Dave’s Elder Scrolls fan fiction — WordPress blog, Winterhold story, multiple new characters

• AI-generated mods on Nexus — quality concerns, maintainability, vibe-coding debate

• Gate to Sovngarde mod pack — Dark Elf necromancer build, Master difficulty (unintentional)

• Chillwind Depths at level 2 — three in-game days, zombie/conjure wolf tactics

• White River Watch — expanded dungeon, blind man encounter, level scaling

• Legacy of the Dragonborn — keeping it vanilla-plus, museum as focus vs. mod pack integration

• Nordic Souls mod pack — economy, At Your Own Pace guilds, A Horse’s Life, Reading is Good, Security perk

• Adamant hand-to-hand add-on — unarmed combat skill tree

• Simon Magus mods — Shouts overhaul vs. Thunderchild, guild overhauls

• Baldur’s Gate 3 — Ray’s first playthrough, turn-based learning curve, story hooks

• Nova Field (Starfield mod) — alternate start, hardcore enhancement

• Vic’s gaming break — Gothic remake impressions, Doom: The Dark Ages anticipation

• Valheim — Moder trapped in mistlands, seed problems, version 1.0 coming September

• Mouse PI for Hire — 1930s noir detective mini-impressions

• No Man’s Sky — 10th anniversary, ‘Cosmos’ update teaser, planetary rotation speculation

• Fallout TV show season 2 — Fallout Feed reviews, Deathclaw episode highlight

• Obsidian’s new Fallout game — mixed reactions, studio acquisition concerns

• Bethesda / Microsoft — studio layoffs, Elder Scrolls 6 wait, modding economics, PS6/new Xbox

• Oblivion Remastered — fun but lacked longevity vs. a true new release

• Memory, Sorrow and Thorn — Tad Williams trilogy recommendation from Vic

• Reacher novels vs. Amazon series — Ray’s mixed book experience

• Sugar (Apple TV+) — Vic recommends, Colin Farrell, sci-fi twist

• Rockford Files & Mannix — Ray’s classic TV deep dive, LA nostalgia

• Listener story — Dave’s story about Alain Dunstane

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Michael reviews the Heart of the Mountain paid Skyrim creation, Ray returns to Genesis Star Wars in Starfield, and listener Dave shares a new story: “The Priest.”

https://elderscrolls6.uk/2026/05/23/dunmer-war-mage/

Michael's peaceful Argonian merchant build, Ray dives inot Starfield's Tyrant Armada DLC, the Genesis Star Wars overhaul, and a deep dive into the pirate survival game Windrose with Victor

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Michael is back in Skyrim with a fresh Gate to Sovngarde playthrough and a brand-new Argonian alchemy merchant character, while Ray shares his full impressions of the Septimus mod pack after an extended stay in California. Plus: the Genesis mod overhaul for Starfield transforms Bethesda's space RPG into a full Star Wars experience — and it weighs in at 500 gigabytes. Victor hops in later in the episode to join all the talk.

Topics

• Septimus Skyrim mod pack impressions — 2,000+ mods, Legacy of the Dragonborn, Beyond Skyrim

• Gate to Sovngarde mod pack: no-HUD Argonian merchant playthrough with custom attributes

• Alternate Start / Living Another Life — starting as a merchant on the Pale Pass border

• Alchemy and poison builds in Skyrim — skill tips and trade-off perks

• Argonian survival mode: why Argonians are the hardest race for cold weather survival

• Bathing in Skyrim — iNeeds / survival mod tips and the swimming-as-bathing workaround

• Wabbajack mod loaders: Septimus vs. Genesis install comparison

• Genesis mod for Starfield: full Star Wars conversion — factions, lightsabers, 500GB install

• Starfield TerraNaut Armada DLC and Free Lanes space interaction update

• Fallout TV show Season 2 — New Vegas fan impressions and the 'middle act' problem

• Fallout New Vegas Roundtable: DLC order, Honest Hearts, Old World Blues, Lonesome Road

• Valheim bear update in the Black Forest biome — new creature AI behavior

• Valheim deep north and 1.0 release speculation

• Stardew Valley multiplayer — what to know before joining a friend's farm

• Minecraft hardcore (permadeath) worlds — the appeal and the heartbreak

• Cairn mountain climbing game — simulating real rock climbing with limb-by-limb controls

• Listener emails: Classic Classes & First Signs mod recommendation, new Daggerfall veteran playing Skyrim

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On this episode Ray is going vanilla, Michael is Immersive and Pure and Victor has a bunch of things he's playing.

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Michael, Ray and Victor are back discussing their latest gameplay and modding including: Gate to Sovngarde, Nolvus, Legacy of the Dragonborn and more.

On this ep we discuss some Gate to Sovngarde play and Ray's experience with Nolvus.

In this episode of the Skyrim Addict Podcast, hosts Michael, Ray, and Victor delve into their experiences with Skyrim, focusing on the Thieves Guild quests, item management in the museum, character builds, and the impact of mods. They also discuss the College of Winterhold and its mod quest expansions, the role of AI in gaming, and updates in the Fallout universe.

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Ray, Michael and Victor discuss some of the recent Skypothesis charcter builds and which ones they are playing including the Amber Artificer and the Iron Raider.

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Ray, Victior and Michale talk some Oblivion play and fixes aas well as some Skyrim characters from Skypothesis. Also, Michael has started a new Legacy of the Dragonborn playthrough on PC.

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In this episode Michael, Ray, and Victor delve into their experiences with Oblivion, discussing various gameplay elements such as crashing issues, save management, quest challenges, and unique character builds. They share insights on the Knights of the Nine quest, arena battles, and the transition from Game Pass to Steam, highlighting the importance of effective save management and exploring different playstyles. The conversation also touches on the pros and cons of various locations for storage and buffs, providing a comprehensive look at their adventures in these iconic games. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various aspects of Skyrim, discussing its stunning visuals, gameplay mechanics like the chameleon and duplication glitch, and character development through quests. They explore the challenges of navigating Oblivion gates, the enhancements brought by Unreal Engine 5, and the dynamics of horse riding and followers in combat. The conversation also touches on stealth mechanics in the sewers and the excitement of new builds and gameplay strategies. In this conversation, the participants delve into various aspects of gaming, particularly focusing on character builds in Oblivion, the thrill of stealth gameplay, and their experiences with other games like Uncharted and Valheim. They also discuss the challenges of movement in Oblivion, anticipate upcoming game updates, and engage with listener feedback and character discussions.

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In this episode of the Oblivion Addict Podcast, Ray Michael and Victor discuss their initial impressions of the newly released game, exploring its graphics, gameplay mechanics, and character development. They delve into the improvements made over the original Oblivion, including combat enhancements, visual upgrades, and quality of life changes. The conversation also touches on the main quest, side quests, and the intricacies of alchemy and resource management within the game. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the intricacies of alchemy in Oblivion, discussing its mechanics and the ease of potion-making. They reflect on their experiences with the game's story and gameplay, highlighting the nostalgia and enjoyment it brings.

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Michael, Ray and Victor are back and start off the show talking about Atomfall and AC Shadows. Ray tells us about his Skyrim play and some Oblivion "news"

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In this episode of the Skyrim Addict Podcast, hosts Michael, Ray, and Victor discuss their gaming experiences, focusing on Oblivion and Skyrim. They explore technical issues, the differences between the two games, and the exciting Skyblivion project. The conversation also touches on character builds, mods, and nostalgic gaming experiences, including Silent Hunter 3. In this conversation, they delve into various aspects of gaming, including the revival of classic games, the challenges of managing time while gaming, and the exciting potential of shipbuilding in future titles. They also discuss their experiences with new games like Kingdom Come Deliverance and Avowed, as well as the continuous updates and evolution of No Man's Sky, highlighting the dynamic nature of the gaming industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Dynamics

01:11 Gaming Experiences and Technical Issues

03:38 Oblivion vs. Skyrim: A Comparative Analysis

06:41 Rumors and Expectations for Elder Scrolls VI

08:41 Skyblivion: The Ambitious Remake Project

10:09 Exploring Oblivion's Side Quests

16:12 Character Builds and Gameplay Mechanics

20:04 Skyrim Mods and New Adventures

25:32 Silent Hunter 3 and Nostalgic Gaming

26:02 Reviving Classic Games

30:31 The Challenge of Time Management in Gaming

32:35 Shipbuilding in Gaming: A New Frontier

39:03 Exploring New Titles: Kingdom Come Deliverance and Avowed

43:07 No Man's Sky: Continuous Evolution and Updates

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This time Michael and Victor discuss the Oblivion remake, some great feedback from Mark and a bit of other gaming. Its a short one this time.

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This time Michael, Victor and Ray discuss Bards College Expansion, and some other mods while mixing in Stalker 2 and Indiana Jones and the Great Cirlcle.

Be sure to check out ⁠Starfield Report Podcast⁠

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⁠The Fallout Feed⁠

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This time Michael, Ray and Victor discuss the mod A Tale of Blood and Snow as well as other gameplay.Thanks for listening to this episode from ASAPodcasting. If you have a moment please consider leaving a review on iTunes.

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In this episode Michael, Victor, and Ray delve into their experiences with various Skyrim mods, particularly focusing on the 'Into the Abyss' mod. They discuss gameplay strategies, character builds, and the challenges faced while navigating through the mod. The conversation also touches on technical issues related to mod conflicts, the expansion of the Dark Brotherhood quest, and the unique experience of the Forgotten City mod. The hosts share insights and tips for players looking to enhance their Skyrim experience through mods. In this conversation, the hosts delve into their experiences with various character builds and mods in Skyrim, particularly focusing on the Siren Root mod. They discuss gameplay mechanics, the challenges of different character types, and the importance of tracking progress in complex quests. The conversation also touches on community engagement, feedback from listeners, and the excitement surrounding new character developments and mod experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:31 Exploring Mods: Into the Abyss

07:41 Gameplay Strategies and Challenges

11:01 Mod Conflicts and Technical Issues

18:12 Character Builds and Play styles

21:50 Expanding the Dark Brotherhood Quest

23:29 The Forgotten City Experience

28:29 Exploring Character Builds and Gameplay Mechanics

38:20 Diving into the Sirenroot Mod

49:09 New Character Developments and Mod Experiences

01:01:15 Community Engagement and Feedback

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