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The following is a list of Location IDs . To move to the desired location, type in to the console:

All map markers can also be added by typing tmm 1 in the console.

• 1.1.1 Darkwater Crossing
• 1.1.2 Kynesgrove
• 1.1.3 Narzulbur
• 1.1.4 Windhelm
• 1.2.1 Helgen
• 1.2.2 Falkreath
• 1.3.1 Dragon Bridge
• 1.3.2 Forgotten Vale DG
• 1.3.3 Mor Khazgur
• 1.3.4 Solitude
• 1.4.1 Morthal
• 1.4.2 Stonehills
• 1.5.1 Raven Rock
• 1.5.2 Skaal Village
• 1.6 Soul Cairn DG
• 1.7 Sovngarde
• 1.8.1 Anga's Mill
• 1.8.2 Dawnstar
• 1.9.1 Dushnikh Yal
• 1.9.2 Karthwasten
• 1.9.3 Left Hand Mine
• 1.9.4 Markarth
• 1.10.1 Ivarstead
• 1.10.2 Largashbur
• 1.10.3 Riften
• 1.10.4 Shor's Stone
• 1.11.1 Riverwood
• 1.11.2 Rorikstead
• 1.11.3 Whiterun
• 1.12.1 Winterhold

Locations [ ]

Eastmarch [ ], darkwater crossing [ ], kynesgrove [ ], narzulbur [ ], windhelm [ ], falkreath hold [ ], falkreath [ ], haafingar [ ], dragon bridge [ ], forgotten vale dg [ ], mor khazgur [ ], solitude [ ], hjaalmarch [ ], morthal [ ], stonehills [ ], solstheim dr [ ], raven rock [ ], skaal village [ ], soul cairn dg [ ], sovngarde [ ], the pale [ ], anga's mill [ ], dawnstar [ ], the reach [ ], dushnikh yal [ ], karthwasten [ ], left hand mine [ ], markarth [ ], the rift [ ], ivarstead [ ], largashbur [ ], shor's stone [ ], whiterun hold [ ], riverwood [ ], rorikstead [ ], whiterun [ ], winterhold hold [ ], winterhold [ ].

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Skyrim:Console

The console is a powerful in-game tool only available to PC players. From the console it is possible, while playing the game, to enter commands that will alter most aspects of gameplay, and it is also possible to obtain detailed information about NPCs, creatures, and other items in the game.

• 1 General Information
• 2 Accessing the Console with Non-English Keyboards
• 3.1 Toggle Commands
• 3.2 Targeted Commands
• 3.3 Untargeted Commands
• 3.4 All Known Commands
• 4.1 Guidelines for Using Commands in Batch Files
• 4.2 Example for using a Batch File to create an alternative start
• 5 External Links

General Information [ edit ]

The console can be accessed in-game by toggling the "tilde key" (the actual key can be ~ , ` , º , ¬ , | , ^ , \ , § , ² , etc., depending on your keyboard layout), found near the 1 and Esc keys on most keyboards. The console prompt will appear in the lower left-hand corner of your screen. The console can also be used as a pause function during scenes or dialogue that cannot otherwise be paused. You can scroll the console output using the Page Up and Page Down keys. Console commands are not case-sensitive; for example, entering any of tai or TAI or TaI will toggle AI. After you type a command, press the Enter key to activate it. You will see the command you just entered displayed above the input area.

Many commands are targeted : this means that you may use player. command to affect the player character; for example, type player.setav carryweight 1000 will set the Player's Carry Weight at 1000. Or, you may want to target the NPC/actor, by first typing prid <RefID> , Enter. Then, type the command by itself, setav carryweight 1000 , to affect the NPC, specified by <RefID> (Note: including the zeroes at the beginning of the RefID when targeting NPCs may produce a "command not found" error. That can be evaded though by placing the RefID in quotes, e.g. "000A2C94".setav carryweight 1000 will set Lydia's Carry Weight at 1000).

You may also target an NPC or object in the console by clicking on them, and then run command to affect the NPC or object. When an NPC or object is targeted in this way, their hex code (RefID) will be displayed at the top of the console. For example, to unlock a door, open the console, click on the door so it is the active object in the console (its RefID is shown at the top of the screen), then type unlock . When multiple objects overlap, use the mouse wheel to scroll through different RefIDs until the correct one is selected. When playing on multiple monitors, the cursor will display in the secondary monitor but clicking it will select the object in the same area of the primary monitor. Note that a complete list of objects and their RefID can be obtained by running save funclist 1 and navigating to the "ACHRs" column.

Commands which are abbreviated (for example: tai ) can also be run by using their full name; thus, ToggleAI is synonymous with tai , and GetActorValue is synonymous with getav . In most cases, the long command is an obvious progression from the abbreviation. Also, most Set Something commands have a counterpart Get Something , even if the counterpart isn't shown here.

Some commands require a form ID . Most articles on objects provide the ID or IDs for those items. In addition, the Help command can be used to locate IDs. Help "elven sword" 0 would provide a list of all game objects with elven sword in their names. This can be used for items, spells ( Help firebolt 0 ), and perks ( Help juggernaut 0 ).

Accessing the Console with Non-English Keyboards [ edit ]

If you are using a non-US keyboard, the tilde ( ~ ) / grave accent ( ` ) key might not work, or there may be no key with such markings. Often, the correct key to use is the key below Esc and above Tab ( ↹ ), where the tilde/grave key is on a US keyboard. See the following table for specifics:

Another possible solution is to install AutoHotKey and set up a shortcut to send the tilde key code the game is expecting. Add the following lines to your AutoHotKey script and it will map F12 to grave accent ( ` ) and Shift+F12 to tilde (~). (The grave accent key is the same physical key as tilde on US English keyboards.)

On some systems you may need to use the less optimal mapping:

The Console key can also be remapped by editing the file located in Data\Interface\Controls\PC\ ControlMap.txt . By default the Console key is assigned the value 0x29 (DIK_GRAVE), changing to 0xb8 will assign it to the "Right Alt" key (DIK_RMENU). See a Direct Input Key (DIK) Code Table for other keys.

Commands [ edit ]

How to Read the Command Table

When a command requires arguments (e.g., additem <Item ID> <qty> ), the brackets <> indicate that <ID> should be replaced with the appropriate ID, and <qty> with the appropriate quantity. The brackets are not part of the syntax. So additem <ID> <qty> becomes additem 0002299c 1 .

Furthermore, all REFIDs, faction, weather etc can be entered without the leading zeros. (e.g. additem 2299c 1 has the same effect as above)

• left - left hand
• right - right hand
• voice - voice/power

Note: casting an unequipped spell is allowed, the spell will be automatically equipped. But it will cause SkyrimVR not to display the hand's spell effect when you stop casting. Example:

• First player.equipspell 12fcc right , then player.cast 12fcc player right will cast Healing to player self.
• First player.equipspell 12fcd right , then player.cast 12fcd player right will cast Flames to player pointing.
• First player.equipspell 12fd2 left , then player.cast 12fd2 1aa65 left will cast Heal Other to your follower Benor.

Shouting with this command also works:

• player.cast 13f3a player voice : Unrelenting Force - Fus Ro Dah
• player.cast 13f39 player voice : Unrelenting Force - Fus Ro
• player.cast 13e09 player voice : Unrelenting Force - Fus

The spell IDs of shouts are completely different from the shout's ID and are considered as three different spells. You can find these IDs from CreationKit of Skyrim > Magic > Spell > Voice Power. Note: The player's voice will not be played when casting shout from console. For more information, see [ Cast - Creation Kit ]. These codes could be used in a bat file.

The full list of attributes is provided at Actor Value Indices

• An optional extra parameter is 0 or 1 : the latter seems to make the item not be unequippable (sometimes – the results are not entirely consistent), e.g. to keep a weapon drawn at all times; the default is 0 , and leaves the item contextually unequippable (or resets it to be so, if 1 was used earlier).
• A second optional parameter is left or right , which puts Item in a specific hand, if applicable; if this parameter is used, then 0 or 1 must precede it (usually 0 ).
• It only works on baseIDs. Consequently, it will equip an item of that type already in inventory, or a create a new copy of the item if it is not already in inventory. You cannot use it to transfer a specific item from your inventory (or the ground, or a container) to an NPC.

The opposite command is unequipitem , and works with the same basic syntax. See also equipspell and equipshout .

• left : The caster's left hand.
• right : The caster's right hand.
• voice : Used for Shouts.
• instant : Used for Potions and Powers.
• player.equipspell 12fcd left will equip Flames to player's left hand.
• player.equipspell 12fd2 right will equip Heal Other to player's right hand.

Users have reported being able to do things like force a lesser power that is normally triggered with the Shout key to be equipped as a left-hand spell, and other things not normally possible; such antics may produce unexpected or undesirable results, so save first before experimenting.

It seems impossible to equip actual shouts with this command to player (use equipshout instead).

• player.equipshout 44250 will let the player equips Dragonrend.
• player.equipshout 13e07 will let the player equips Unrelenting Force.

E.g., hasperk 3af84 would return Perk Rank >> 1 if the selected actor has taken the first level of the Two-handed Skull Crusher perk.

Some actors (primarily NPCs, not creatures) can be flagged as "essential" by the game and thus will not die. In this case, the character will instead crouch and stumble around for a while; however, this stumbling can usually be ended early by using the resurrect command on him/her.

Example 2 - move an object or NPC to the Player: type prid 000A2C94 , Enter. Then, type moveto player , Enter. Using this code will instantly put Lydia next to you. This code is especially useful for a follower/NPC who's just disappeared after a quest due to a bug in game; e.g. Lydia is disappeared after The Break of Dawn quest. You can also select an object and type moveto player which will move the selected object to your feet and orient it based on the camera's angle. Also see placeatme

• When used on containers, it acts like resetinventory .
• When used on objects, it will reset them to their original positions and states. It can be convenient if you mess something up and want to restore the order.
• When used on the player, their inventory is not replaced, but the following items are added:

Important note: To remove perks from an established tree, you will need to backtrack through the entire tree. Meaning, start from the top and work your way down. In perks with ranks, you will need to remove rank 5/5, then 4/5, etc. Also, using removeperk will only remove the perk. It will not refund the perk points.

E.g., player.removeperk 000babe8 will remove Barbarian rank 1/5.

E.g., player.removespell 00092c48 will remove the "Beast Form" power from the player's spell book.

E.g., say DA04SeptimusBringBloodBranchTopic

• Be careful when making an Essential NPC mortal, if they die you will likely be unable to access the associated quest or story. However, a simple save reload will fix if you haven't save over all the files where the character is still alive(and either non-essential or essential)
• Related functions: To check whether an NPC is essential to begin with, select him/her in the console (so that the ref ID appears), and enter IsEssential - if the console returns "1.00", the NPC is essential.
• It is also possible to set the player them self as essential with the base ID of 00000007, However upon entering the 'bleedout' stage, the player will sometimes not get back up (usually upon the first time in a new area or after having recently set yourself as essential), however, simply entering your inventory and drinking a health potion will fix this immediately (any health potion used during bleedout will return you to full health). Usually, your character will drop down to their hands and knees, and then immediately get back up with full health.

For example: Serana is in ghost mode to hide her from all attacks until she becomes active in the Dawnguard questline.

If you input setlevel 1000 0 1 100 that NPC will be equal level you are and will level with you up to level 100 and will start at level 1 if you're level 1.

Untargeted Commands [ edit ]

coc qasmoke will transport to the Skyrim testing hall (for QA testing; inaccessible otherwise.) Note : The enchanted armor and weapons cabinets contain huge piles of items which can take some time to load; the game may appear to freeze for a while if you open one.

These points will put you at the stables or right in front of each city but not inside.

E.g., help "Daedric" will list all items, etc. which have "Daedric" in their name. There is no need to put a "0" for the help command. Quotation marks are required for queries of more than one word (e.g., help "ancient nord" ). Use page up and page down to scroll through the results.

Useful when stuck, or if showracemenu is opened. See also: save

damageactorvalue and modAV will affect the magnitude of alchemy effects without messing with your level/skill progress.

The Magnitude used for any magic effect is set to your enchanting skill, so 85 enchanting skill = 85% magnitude,85 damage/+85 health/magicka/stamina, 85+1 sec duration(weapons only).

Any effect with an MGEF ID can be added, including special effects normally restricted to NPCs and some perk effects. Perk MGEFs don't show up on equipment or passive effects, but still work. They also use enchanting skill instead of the perks usual value, and stack with the real perk.

Weapons made through the console will always have about 11.5 charges(regardless of enchanting level), and can be recharged. Some effects don't require charges unless grouped with an effect that does require charges. When used on weapons some MGEF are toggled on hit(first hit= on,second hit= off), like improved nighteye.

Enchanted weapons/equipment created with this command cannot be disenchanted, the game will tell you that you already have the effect.

damageactorvalue and modAV will affect the magnitude of enchantments without messing with your level/skill progress.

Appending the parameter "1" will create a file <name>.ess.txt and open a texteditor upon it. This textfile contains a lot of dumped data and takes a while to write out (15 minutes observed) - the console and game is unresponsive during that. See also: load

set gameyear to X

Note : doesn't remove any actual follower, just reset the count to the selected number (1 or 0). If used with an animal follower next to you that isn't lost, you can recruit another one.

Note : doesn't remove any actual follower, just reset the count to the selected number (1 or 0).

Note : NPCs are unable to cross cell boundaries when timescale is less than 1. Fast traveling while timescale = 0 may also prevent your game from loading properly.

You can get most race codes with the help race 0 command. Use PageUp and PageDown to scroll to the races at the top of the list. Unlike most other commands, the race needs to be specified in plain text and not the race's BaseID (i.e. setplayerrace nordrace ). Creatures are available as race as well, but most creatures will have a buggy camera position in 3rd person. SetRace racename can also be used. Upon using this code, the character's hand will be bound like in the beginning of the game, but this can be undone by drawing a weapon. Will mess up attributes/skills.

Example: setpqv DLC1NPCMentalModel LockedIn_var False

All Known Commands [ edit ]

Using batch files with the bat command [ edit ].

Skyrim provides a simple batch file mechanism so you can customize your game play quickly and without repeatedly typing console commands.

Example: bat mybatchfile; runs all of the console commands in the file Skyrim\mybatchfile or Skyrim\Data\mybatchfile.txt . Notice that the file you put in Skyrim directory mustn't have an extension, while the one in Skyrim\Data needs a .TXT extension. The second option is preferable - first because you don't need to change file extension and second because it keeps the root directory clean. Also a file that goes to Data folder can be shipped along with mod and placed by all Mod Managers.

To use the feature you:

• Create a text file that contains a list of console commands (one per line).
• Place the file in your Skyrim installation directory or in Skyrim\Data .
• Start the game.
• Bring up the console.
• Type bat followed by the name of your batch file, for example bat mybatchfile .

Skyrim batch files are lists of console commands that are run one after the other. They have no loops, tests, or other logic and execution doesn't stop if there's a problem with one of the commands. You can create any number of batch files, each with its own purpose.

Guidelines for Using Commands in Batch Files [ edit ]

Most Skyrim console commands can be run from a batch file. For example:

• Toggle commands work in batch files. These include showing and hiding NPC conversation subtitles (ShowSubtitle), turning on and off grass display (TG), enabling and disabling god mode (TGM), and so forth.
• Targeted commands with an explicit reference work fine. For example, you can use Player.Additem f 1000 in a batch file to add 1000 gold to your inventory. If you want to give Lydia 1000 gold, use A2C94.Additem F 1000 ( A2C94 being the Reference ID of Lydia).
• PRID (Pick by Reference ID) selects an item, NPC, etc. Using PRID to select an NPC before performing additional commands that you want to apply to that NPC works fine, for example prid a2c94 then setclass 13176 will cause Lydia to level up correctly.
• Miscellaneous commands such as FOV or FW can also be run from batch files.
• The COC command cannot be run from within a batch file (the game will crash to desktop). [ verification needed — see talk page ]

Example for using a Batch File to create an alternative start [ edit ]

With the above method you can actually create an alternative start to the game. In addition to a batch file, you also need to edit the Skyrim.ini file, which can be found in your C:\Users\ YOUR_USER_NAME \Documents\My Games\Skyrim folder.

• Open your Skyrim.ini file and add the line SStartingCell=WhiteRiverWatch01 under the [General] tab.
• Adding this line causes Skyrim to bypass the Continue - New - Load - Credits - Quit screen, and starts a new game - without the prisoner video sequence. Once you have created a new character, you will need to remove it again.
• Create an empty .txt file in your Skyrim folder (where the TESV.exe is located) and name it bandit (or bandit.txt in the Skyrim\Data folder).
• Paste the code sniplet below the numbered list into the new file.
• Start a new game and you will not see the intro, and will begin in the White River Watch cave.
• Open the console and type bat bandit .
• Create your character.

Code to copy into the bandit[.txt] file:

Using this method, you can visit Helgen before it is destroyed and you can also do the side missions. But without further editing, the Main Quest will not start (see the Quest Stages section of Unbound to find out how to start the main quest anyway).

External Links [ edit ]

• Debug Menu — A third party mod that allows for the use of console commands on Xbox One .
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Skyrim – How to Fast Travel Between Towns, Cities, and More

How to Fast Travel – Skyrim

Fast travelling is going to be your best friend in Skyrim. The world is massive, and you’ll be juggling a ton of quests constantly sending you to each corner of it. To make sure you don’t waste your life running around the map, here’s how to fast travel and save yourself a lot of headaches.

First, you’ll need to make sure you’re outside. You won’t be able to fast travel inside a cave, building, or other structure. Next, make sure you aren’t in combat and that there aren’t any enemies nearby. You won’t be able to fast travel unless you’re safe. And last up on the warnings list, you cannot fast travel if you’re overburdened, or carrying more in item weight than the max capacity your stamina affords you.

Then, pull out your map. Hit Circle on PlayStation and B on Xbox to bring up your menu, then hit the down button to head to your map. Move your cursor over a landmark you’ve visited at least once before, be it a city, a cave, or other notable location. Select this, and choose to fast travel there at the prompt. You’ll then find yourself magically teleported to your desired spot.

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How to Fast Travel in Skyrim: Exploring the Different Ways of Quickly Moving Around the Map

By Happy Sharer

Introduction

Fast travel is a popular feature in many video games that allows players to move quickly between two specific locations on the map. In the world of Skyrim, fast traveling is an essential part of exploring the vast landscape and uncovering hidden secrets. This article will explore the different ways you can fast travel in Skyrim and provide tips for utilizing each method.

Use Console Commands to Fast Travel in Skyrim

Console commands are a great way to access fast travel in Skyrim. These commands allow players to instantly teleport from one location to another without having to physically move the character. To use this method, simply open the console and type in the command “coc [location]”. This will transport the player to the specified location.

Accessing the console commands requires enabling the developer console. This can be done by opening the game settings and selecting the “Enable Console” option. Once enabled, the console can be opened by pressing the tilde (~) key while in-game.

Using console commands to fast travel has its advantages and drawbacks. On the one hand, it is much faster than traditional travel methods and allows players to quickly explore the map. On the other hand, using console commands can disrupt the natural flow of the game and break immersion.

Exploring the World of Skyrim with Quick Traveling

Exploring the map quickly is one of the main benefits of fast traveling in Skyrim. Players can take advantage of unmarked locations, such as hidden caves, secret dungeons, and unique points of interest. By utilizing the map markers system, players can easily locate these locations and plan their next adventure.

The map markers system is a helpful tool for quickly navigating the world of Skyrim. By pressing the M key, players can view all of the areas they have visited and mark them for easy reference. This makes it easier to find hidden locations and plan out routes for exploration.

Learn How to Unlock the Carriage System for Faster Travel

The carriage system is a great way to quickly travel between cities in Skyrim. To unlock this feature, players must first locate a stable. Stables can be found in most major cities, such as Whiterun, Riften, and Solitude. Once located, players can purchase a ride from the stable master.

Understanding the cost of traveling by carriage is important. Each ride costs a certain amount of gold, depending on the distance traveled. Additionally, some locations may require additional fees or special permissions before allowing access. Players should make sure they have enough money and the necessary items before attempting to use the carriage system.

Learning how to use the carriage system is also important. After purchasing a ride, players must select the destination they wish to travel to. The carriage system will then automatically transport the player to the selected location.

Take Advantage of Horse Riding to Speed up Your Journey

Horse riding is another great way to quickly traverse the world of Skyrim. To do this, players must purchase a horse from a stable. Different breeds of horses can be found in stables throughout the land. Each breed provides unique stats and abilities, so it is important to choose the right horse for the job.

Understanding the benefits of horse riding is important. Horses can move faster than a typical character and can cover long distances in a short amount of time. Additionally, horses can be used to jump over obstacles and navigate difficult terrain.

Exploring different horse breeds is also beneficial. Different breeds of horses offer different stats and abilities. For example, some breeds may have higher speed or better stamina. Players should experiment with different breeds to find the right horse for their needs.

Utilize the Network of Wayshrines to Reduce Your Travel Time

Wayshrines are a great way to quickly travel around Skyrim. These magical structures allow players to instantly teleport from one location to another. Wayshrines can be found in most major cities and towns, as well as in some remote locations.

Locating wayshrines is the first step in using this method of fast travel. Players can use the map markers system to easily find wayshrines in the area. Additionally, some wayshrines are marked on the map, making them even easier to locate.

Understanding the benefits of wayshrines is important. Using a wayshrine allows players to instantly teleport to any other wayshrine in the network. This reduces travel time greatly, allowing players to quickly explore new areas.

Interacting with wayshrine NPCs is another important part of fast traveling in Skyrim. These NPCs can provide information about the area, as well as offer quests and other activities for players to participate in.

Fast traveling in Skyrim can be a great way to quickly explore the world and uncover hidden secrets. By utilizing console commands, map markers, the carriage system, horse riding, and wayshrines, players can quickly move around the map and reduce their travel time. Whether you’re exploring the land or tackling a quest, understanding how to fast travel in Skyrim is essential.

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Fast Travel is available from the world map . On the map, dark markers indicate locations you know about but have not yet visited, while light markers indicate locations you have discovered. Select any light marker to travel there.

You cannot fast travel from interiors or while in combat . While fast travelling, time moves forward depending on how far you go. If you have a horse, it will fast travel with you. If you fast travel to a city, your horse will be placed in the nearest stable.

The name of this method of transportation can be misleading as within the game, the time taken to reach the destination is not any shorter, it only appears instantaneous to the player.

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Skyrim: how to fast travel when over-encumbered.

It is still possible to fast travel when over-encumbered in Skyrim. Doing so requires potions, mounts, or creative use of necromantic thralls.

Looting items only to become over-encumbered is a nuisance for any The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim player who wants to sell or store their stuff. Triggered when the player collects enough items to exceed their carry weight, the over-encumbered status in Skyrim prohibits the player from fast traveling , sprinting, and running. It basically reduces the game to a slog, with the player character only able to slowly walk to wherever they need to go. If the player happens to get into a fight, it is even worse, as the over-encumbered player will not be able to dodge or run away from any incoming attacks.

Most players try to erase over-encumbrance in Skyrim by increasing their carry weight, and it’s a valid enough strategy with allthe methods players have available. Increasing stamina, getting the Extra Pockets pickpocket perk, and making use of certain enchantments can all increase carry weight significantly. But, sometimes, it is not enough, and players can't bear to leave any item behind. Followers are not always enough to carry the player’s heavy burdens. In these cases, players can use three other methods to fast travel while holding all their stuff.

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One of the best methods for fast traveling while over-encumbered in Skyrim is to make sure to always carry a powerful potion that can increase carry weight. This can be a Fortify Carry Weight potion or a Strength potion, as long as it increases the player’s carry weight capacity enough to temporarily erase the encumbered status. Players will want to be sure to either buy or craft the most powerful potion possible. When that potion is ingested, they can immediately open the map and select a location. They should arrive at that location with no hassle, but, after fast traveling, the potion’s effects wear off, which makes the player is over-encumbered again. Players should use their opportunity to reach a town or city where they can unload their loot.

Use Mounts or Necromancy to Fast Travel While Over-Encumbered in Skyrim

Another option for traveling long distances while over-encumbered in Skyrim is to use a mount like a horse, as these creatures are capable of carrying the player regardless of the amount of loot they are carrying. It really is that easy, provided the mount is conveniently nearby. But, for most mounts, having one close by can be a bit challenging since most are skittish by nature. Arvak is the most ideal mount for over-encumbered travel purposes since he can be summoned in any outdoor location.

The last method is rather odd, but it can get the job done. If the player character has some skill in conjuration, they can use a corpse as a temporary pack mule. To do this, they should approach a recently slain enemy like a bandit or draugr , enter its inventory, and load it with as much as it can carry. If players lose their over-encumbered status by doing this, then they can use a spell like “raise zombie” or “reanimate corpse” to turn the dead body into a thrall. They should fast-travel before the spell wears off and will find themselves at their desired location with a pile of ashes right next to them. Those ashes should have all the items that the player deposited on the corpse.

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Enabling and Disabling Fast Travel with Skyrim Fast Travel Mods

Skyrim Fast Travel Mods can be used to either enable or disable Fast Travel. In this article, we’ll show you how to change the settings for these mods.

Top Fast Travel Mods in Skyrim

Fast travel mods for Skyrim are quite handy for people who want to save time or have an easier time exploring Tamriel’s vast realm. Fast Travel Mods enable users to go between areas fast and easily without physically traversing the environment. Fast travel mods are available for players to pick from, each with its own set of perks and features.

“ Travel Anywhere ” is the most popular rapid travel mod. This patch provides many additional rapid travel options, such as a virtual map, better teleport spells that no longer need spell purchases, and the ability to teleport straight inside dungeons and other areas in Skyrim’s environment. This mod also includes a number of extra features, such as limiting rapid travel to particular regions, making some factions hostile when traveling, and more.

Other popular mods include:

• Faster Than Light , which speeds up movement over long distances;
• No More Wait , which minimizes travel wait times; and
• Instant Travel , which enables players to immediately shift between any two spots on the world.

Fast Travel Mods may let you explore Tamriel more efficiently and enjoyably.

Better Fast Travel Carriages and Ships Overhauled

Better Fast Travel Carriages and Ships Overhauled is a Skyrim fast travel mod that offers new transportation choices for players to utilize when traveling throughout the game. The update introduces ten new ships and nine new carriages , all of which have been meticulously tuned to give players with speedier and more effective means to travel Skyrim’s geography.

Carriages may be leased in numerous towns, while ships can be found docked in certain spots. Players benefit from faster trip times and may reach their destination considerably faster than previously with this update. Players also have the advantage of being able to dodge challenging terrain or hazardous enemies that might otherwise delay or hurt them on a normal voyage.

The mod is very customisable and can be enabled/disabled using the game launcher’s mods menu as well as scripting commands.

Better Horses

The Better Horses mod for Skyrim Fast Travel allows users to make their horses significantly quicker than the default game. This makes traversing Skyrim considerably faster and more efficient.

With this mod, players may now buy, tame, and breed horses , as well as design personalized stables for their steeds and modify all of the horse’s colors and attributes. Players may even ride during fights while using this Fast Travel mod, and horse-related minigames can be added by installing additional relevant mods.

Players may activate and disable Better Horses in the game’s options menu if they are running a Quick Travel mod that adds additional places or a fast travel menu. This enables players to pick whether they want the horses they’ve acquired or tamed to go throughout Skyrim at extremely fast speeds or at regular rates while still being able to personalize them.

Marelos Overhaul

Marelos Overhaul is an Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim mod that lets users modify how they utilize fast travel . It also adds additional options for activating and inhibiting fast travel, such as giving players discretion over when and where fast travel is permitted.

The mod also includes additional features such as the option to deactivate quick travel in certain places and make it accessible just at specific times of day or night. Finally, the Marelos Overhaul mod allows players to change the pace of movement when Fast Traveling , making it quicker or slower based on the player’s preferred play style. All of these choices are advantageous for people seeking a more personalized experience with their Skyrim playthroughs.

Skyrim Disable Fast Travel

Skyrim Disable Fast Travel is a mod for the popular video game Skyrim. This hack disables quick movement inside the game, requiring players to navigate the globe manually. It does, however, enable the player to employ mods and teleport techniques other than basic rapid travel.

The mod is excellent for individuals who desire a more realistic feeling of reality or just want to explore more of Tamriel without depending on rapid teleportation. It may also help to extend playtime in Skyrim by requiring players to complete side missions and spend more time exploring rather than depending on quick travel.

There are multiple versions of this mod available, each with unique features and setups that may be customized based on user preferences. This mod may be found on Nexus Mods , and installation instructions are given in the readme file .

Carriage and Ferry Travel Overhaul (Formerly Complete Fast Travel Overhaul)

The Carriage and Ferry Travel Overhaul , originally known as the Complete Fast Travel Overhaul , is a Skyrim multiple marriage mod. This patch enables players to go to any place by boat or horse-drawn carriage while keeping the game’s fundamental rapid travel mechanism.

The mod makes the journey more engaging, as well as more realistic and touching . It also includes new animations, music effects, camera angles, and character models, all with the goal of making the game environment seem more alive and dynamic.

This mod also contains a number of options that allow players to choose how quickly they can travel long distances without losing immersion. The patch also considerably improves the overall Skyrim travel experience by introducing a number of quests and destinations that can only be accessed by utilizing the new modes of transportation given by Carriage and Ferry Travel Overhaul .

Fast Travel From Interiors

Fast Move from Interiors is a Skyrim mod that allows the player to travel quickly from their present position, even if they are already inside. The mod will enable players to fast travel to any area they have previously found while within another building, dungeon, or any other interior . This improves the convenience of rapid transit and allows players to move around more quickly. It also avoids the need to exit and then re-enter an interior space upon returning.

Fast Travel From Interiors will also make questing simpler by letting players to finish each job step more efficiently, with less time spent waiting for each changeover. Players will be able to move quicker between quest stages since they will be able to go straight from each interior place without first entering back into the overworld. This mod is ideal for anybody who appreciates ease and quickness in their gaming experience.

Thats All Folks!

That’s All Folks. marks the end of Skyrim Fast Travel Mods . These mods allow you to activate and disable quick travel in-game, making for a more immersive gaming experience. When activated, rapid travel lets players to explore Tamriel swiftly and effortlessly without having to worry about lengthy, tiresome travels. When disabled, however, players are forced to depend on horseback riding and walking from one location to the next.

Some modders also develop complex fast travel systems that need particular goals to be accomplished before teleporting from one location to another. These mods may add a new level of difficulty and complexity to the original game.

That’s All Folks. ” acts as a nice reminder that you are now prepared for your next excursion.

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Apr 24 2017

City Street Guides by f.d. walker: A Street Photography Guide to Moscow, Russia

*A series of guides on shooting Street Photography in cities around the world. Find the best spots to shoot, things to capture, street walks, street tips, safety concerns, and more for cities around the world. I have personally researched, explored and shot Street Photography in every city that I create a guide for. So you can be ready to capture the streets as soon as you step outside with your camera!

At over 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Russia and second largest in Europe by population ( Istanbul is #1). An urban, cosmopolitan metropolis with more than enough glitz and glam to cater to the elite, but without losing its fair share of Soviet era roughness around the edges. It can be fast paced, brash, busy, and trendy like other big cities, but it has its blend of West meets Russia atmosphere and beauty that provides plenty of unique interest. The Red Square is as famous as it gets, but there’s so much more to this city, including the most beautiful subway system you’ve ever seen. It would take years to capture all of Moscow, but that means you have an endless amount of areas to discover.

So here’s a Street Photography guide so you can be ready to capture all that Moscow has to offer before you even arrive!

• Patriarch’s Pond
• Old Arbat Street
• Maroseyka Street
• Tverskoy Boulevard

Top 5 Street Spots:

1. red square.

The Red Square is the most famous square in not just Russia, but all of Eastern Europe. The name actually doesn’t come from the color of the bricks or communism, but from the name in Russian, Krásnaya, once meaning “beautiful” before its meaning changed to “red.” This large plaza is what you see on the cover of guide books and magazines for Moscow, with St. Basil’s Cathedral being the center piece next to Lenin’s Mausoleum surrounded by the Kremlin Wall. Of course, the Red Square attracts hordes of tourist due to the main attractions, but all that activity around an interesting atmosphere does provide street photo opportunities. It’s also the central square connecting to the city’s major streets, providing a good starting point to explore outward.

You’ll also find the popular pedestrian only Nikolskaya Street connecting the Red Square to Lubyanka Square. This line of expensive shops includes plenty of activity, while also leading you to another popular square. Filled with history rivaling any city, the Red Square and surrounding areas are the heart and soul of Russia.

2. Patriarch’s Ponds

Patriarch’s Ponds is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Moscow. Despite the name being plural, there’s only one large pond, but it’s worth a visit with your camera. It’s a popular spot for locals and expats to come relax or take a stroll around the pond. You get an interesting mix of young and old too, from young love to “babushkas” feeding pigeons. It’s a very peaceful park atmosphere in one of the nicer areas within the city center, while bringing enough activity for street photography. 

The pond is shallow and in the winter becomes a popular spot for ice-skating too. The area is also well-known for the location in the famous Russian novel, The Master and Margarita. 

3. Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

Old Arbat is the most famous pedestrian street in Moscow, and dating back to the 15th century, also one of its oldest. Originally, it was an area of trade, but soon became the most prestigious residential area in Moscow. During the 18th century, Arbat started attracting the city’s scholars and artists, including Alexander Pushkin. Cafes lined the streets and impressive homes filled the neighborhood. Since then, New Arbat street was created as a highway in the area, while Old Arbat was paved for a 1km pedestrian only walkway.

Due to the historic buildings, famous artists that lived here, and the bohemian atmosphere, Old Arbat has become a big attraction for tourists today. Now, there’s a mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers, street merchants and other attractions for visitors, and some locals, to come enjoy. It can get really busy here and there’s usually something interesting going on so it’s a good street to come walk with your camera for guaranteed life.

4. Gorky Park

One of the most famous places in Moscow is Gorky Park. The official name is Maxim Gorky’s Central Park of Culture & Leisure, which gives you an idea of what goes on here. When built, it was the first of its kind in the Soviet Union. Divided into two parts, it stretches along Moscow River. One end contains fair rides, foods stands, tennis courts, a sports club, a lake for boat rides, and more. This end brings more active life due to its number of attractions, while the other end is more relaxed, where you’ll find gardens, trees, older buildings, and an outdoor amphitheater.

Gorky Park attracts mostly locals so it’s a good spot to capture the non-tourist side of Moscow life. Muscovites come here to escape the city and unwind in a picturesque setting. The park remains alive outside of the warmer months too, especially when the lake turns into the city’s largest outdoor skating rink. I’d recommend taking the metro out here to spend at least half a day exploring the massive park’s life with your camera.

5. Maroseyka Street

Maroseyka Street is a popular area not too far from the Red Square. The long, winding street turns into Pokrovka and is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and places to stay. It’s actually where I like to stay when I’m in Moscow due to its location and solid street photography opportunities itself. You have Kitay-gorod station near and if you keep walking southwest, you’ll get to the Red Square. But if you walk northwest, as it changes to Pokrovka, you can find a long street of activity for photography with its own interesting atmosphere.

6. Tverskoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard is the oldest and longest boulevard in Moscow, beginning at the end of Nikitsky Boulevard, and finishing at Pushkin Square, a spot to come for activity itself. The boulevard is made up of two avenues, with pedestrian walkways in-between. You’ll find grass, shrubbery, trees, benches and more walking it’s almost kilometer length. Many people come here to enjoy some relaxation, walk their dog, or just to use it to walk wherever they’re going. Its center location also provides a nice place to walk with your camera near plenty of other spots you’ll want to check out anyway.

Sample Street Walk:

For a full day of Street Photography, covering some of the best spots, you can follow this sample street walk for Moscow:

• Start your morning walking around the Red Square (1), while exploring the surrounding area, including Nikolskaya Street
• Then walk northwest to Patriarch’s Ponds (2) and slowly walk the pond and surrounding area with your camera
• Next, walk east to the Pushkin Monument and stroll down Tverskoy Boulevard (6)
• Once Tverskoy Boulevard (6) ends, it will turn into Nikitsky Boulevard. Follow this down until you get to the start of Old Arbat Street (3), across from Arbatskaya station
• After you’re done walking down Old Arbat Street (3) for more street photography, spend some time checking out Moscow’s beautiful metro stations
• To finish off the day with more street photography, get off the metro near Red Square (1) again, Maroseyka Street (5) or wherever you’re staying for the night.

3 Things I’ll Remember about Shooting in Moscow:

1. museum metro.

The Moscow metro system was the first underground railway system in the Soviet Union and today includes 203 stations across 340km of routes. The elaborate system has some of the deepest stations in the world too, with escalators that seem to go on forever. None of this is what makes it so special, though. Many of its stations feel like stepping inside a museum, making it without a doubt the most interesting and beautiful metro system I’ve been in.

When built, Stalin wanted to make the metro stations “palaces for the people” with marble, chandeliers, and grand architecture. The best part is the variety of architecture and styles used, making many of the stations a completely different experience visually. You could easily spend a whole day traveling the stations and there are even tours available for people who wish to do just that. My advice, though, would be just to buy a ticket and hop on and off at different stations, while exploring different lines. The museum-like surrounding mixed with the crowds of characters can make for a great photography experience.

Since there are so many stations, here are some of my favorites to check out:

• Novoslobodskaya
• Mayakovskaya
• Elektrozavodskaya
• Komsomolskaya
• Ploschad Revolyutsii
• Dostoyevskaya
• Prospekt Mira

2. Moscow is Big

It’s no secret that Moscow is a big city, but it can feel even bigger with how spread out much of it is. This is especially true if you compare it to cities outside of Asia. If I compared it to cities in Europe, I’d probably say only Istanbul would warrant more time to really discover the depths of this city. Most only explore around the Red Square and surrounding area, but that is such a small part of the city. Although, that central area does give you plenty to see on its own.

Fortunately, I had a good friend living in the city to show me around, but it opened up my eyes even more to how much there is to discover in Moscow. It’s a big city with a variety of atmosphere that can take you from “east” to “west” and trendy to rugged depending on where you go. I’d imagine you’d have to live here a while to really know the city.

3. Cosmopolitan Mix of East meets West

Modern skyscrapers mixed with amazing architecture, a world-class metro system with museum-like beauty, trendy fashion and chic clubs, Moscow is a rich mix of Russian culture and history in a more western cosmopolitan package. There is a push to keep the Russian culture, while also pushing forward with a modern metropolis the whole world will envy. This comes with an impressive skyline, that continues to grow, and endless modernities, but with soviet nostalgia and atmosphere mixed in for good measure.

Mixed in with this grand western cosmopolitan atmosphere, is a strong national pride in Russia. This includes their famous leader, Vladimir Putin. Maybe no other place will you see a country’s leader more often. All over, from the pricey tourist shops to the underground walkway stalls, you’ll find goods with Putin’s likeness covering them. From t-shirts to magnets to Matryoshka dolls. There’s a strong national pride that can be seen around the city, which also extends to their leader. Moscow is many things. It’s East meets West, modernizations meets Soviet era, and a whole lot more.

What To Do For a Street Photography Break?:

Eat at a stolovaya.

Stolovayas are Russian cafeterias that became popular in the Soviet days. You grab a tray and walk down the line of freshly prepared local dishes, and select whatever you want from the chefs. They’re usually inexpensive and a much better value than restaurants, while giving you the opportunity to try from a wide selection of everyday Russian food. They’re also very tasty. I always include some borsch on my tray and go from there. The places themselves are all over Moscow and usually come with Soviet-era aesthetics to complete the experience.

Street Safety Score: 7

*As always, no place is completely safe! So when I talk about safety, I’m speaking in general comparison to other places. Always take precaution, be smart, observe your surroundings and trust your instincts anywhere you go!

Being the 2nd largest city in Europe with over 12 million people, you’re going to have your dangerous areas, but for the most part, it feels safe walking around. Russia is statistically higher in crime compared to most of Europe, but this generally doesn’t apply to tourists and visitors. Around the Red Square and surrounding city center, you should feel completely safe walking around. Pick pocketing can happen, but no more than other touristic places. I always explore Moscow freely without coming across too much to worry about. It’s a spread out city, though, so of course it matters where you are. Just use basic street smarts, know where you are and Moscow shouldn’t give you a problem. 

People’s Reaction Score: 7

Moscow is fast paced, big city life, which usually means people aren’t too concerned with you, or your camera. I don’t find people notice or pay much attention to me when I’m out taking photos in Moscow. For the most part, people just go about their day. You shouldn’t get too many looks or concern. But it can depend on the area you are in. The more you stick out, the more you might get noticed with suspicions. I’ve never had any problems in Moscow, or Russia, but just be careful who you’re taking a photo of if you get out of the city center. Other than that, it’s about average for reactions. 

Street Tips:

Learn the alphabet .

Much of Moscow, including the metro system, doesn’t use english. The Russian alphabet uses letters from the Cyrillic script, which if you aren’t familiar with it and don’t know the sounds, can be hard to decipher the words. This is most important for street names and metro stops when trying to get around. It can save confusion and make it easier getting around if you learn the basic alphabet. At the very least then, you can sound out the words to see which are similar in the english conversion, which can help matching them to maps. When out shooting street photography, getting around is as important as anything. So save yourself some time and frustration by learning the Russian Alphabet.

Use the metro

While Saint-Petersburg feels very walkable for a city its size, Moscow can feel very spread out, even for its bigger size. Outside of the Red Square area, you can have plenty of walking before getting anywhere very interesting, so you’ll need to take the metro a lot if you really want to explore the city. Maps are deceiving here too, it will always be further than it looks.

Another reason it’s less walkable than Saint-Petersburg is its completely different set-up. Moscow’s streets are mostly contstructed in rings with narrow, winding streets in-between. This is common with medieval city cities that used to be confined by walls, but you usually don’t have it in a city this massive. Saint-Petersburg has a more grid-like pattern that also uses the canals to help you know your way around. When it comes to navigating on foot in Moscow, it can be more difficult, so bring a map and take the metro when needed. It’s why Moscow’s metro carries more passengers per day than the London and Paris subways combined.

Explore other areas if you have time

Moscow is really big. While most people stay around the Red Square within the Boulevard Ring, there’s so much more to the city. I covered some other spots outside of this circle, but if you really want to see the city, you’ll need time. If you do have time, some other areas I’d check out first are Zamoskvarechye, along some of the south and western Moscow.

Inspiration:

For some more inspiration, you can look through the Street Photography of Moscow photographer Artem Zhitenev  and check out 33 of my photos taken in Moscow .

Conclusion:

Moscow’s name brings a certain mystique, but once you’re there it might bring a different atmosphere than you expect. It’s big and sprawling, but beautiful in many ways. It can feel like a European capital on a grand scale, but you can definitely find its Russian side in there.

The urban sprawl of Moscow can be intimidating, but give it enough time and you’ll be rewarded with plenty to discover. All with the world’s best metro system to take you around.

I hope this guide can help you start to experience some of what Moscow contains. So grab your camera and capture all that Moscow has to offer for Street Photography!

If you still have any questions about shooting in Moscow, feel free to comment below or email me!

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Moscow-City: 7 surprising facts about the Russian capital’s business center

1. Guinness World Record in highlining

The record was set in 2019 by a team of seven athletes from Russia, Germany, France and Canada. They did it on September 8, on which the ‘Moscow-City Day’ is celebrated. The cord was stretched at the height of 350 m between the ‘OKO’ (“Eye”) and ‘Neva Towers’ skyscrapers. The distance between them is 245 m. The first of the athletes to cross was Friede Kuhne from Germany. The athletes didn't just walk, but also performed some daredevil tricks. Their record is 103 meters higher than the previous one set in Mexico City in December 2016.

2. Domination of Europe's top-10 highest skyscrapers

7 out of 10 Europe’s highest skyscrapers are located in Moscow-City. Earlier, the  ‘Federation Tower’ complex’s ‘Vostok’ (“East”) skyscraper was the considered the tallest in Europe.

Left to right: the lower of the ‘Neva Towers’ (296 m), Commerzbank Tower in Frankfurt (300 m), Gorod Stolits (“City of Capitals”) Moscow tower (302 m), Eurasia tower (309 m), The Shard’ skyscraper in London (310 m), Mercury City Tower (339 m), Neva Towers (345 m).

However, in 2018, the construction of the 462 meter tall ‘Lakhta Center’ in Saint-Petersburg was completed, pushing ‘Vostok’ (374 m) into 2nd place. The 3rd place is taken by OKO’s southern tower (354 m).

3. The unrealized ‘Rossiya’ tower

If all the building plans of Moscow-City were realized, the ‘Lakhta Center’ in St. Petersburg wouldn't have a chance to be Europe's highest skyscraper. Boris Tkhor, the architect who designed the concept of Moscow-City, had planned for the ‘Rossiya’ tower to be the tallest. In his project, it was a 600 meter tall golden cylindrical skyscraper ending with a spire that was inspired by traditional Russian bell towers. Then, the project was reinvented by famous British architect Sir Norman Foster. He had designed ‘Rossiya’ as a pyramid ending with a spire. The skyscraper itself would have been 612 meters tall, and the height including the spire would have reached 744,5 meters (for comparison, the ‘Burj Khalifa’ in Dubai, UAE, would have been just 83,5 meters taller). Unfortunately, the investors faced a lot of economic problems, due to the 2008 financial crisis, so the ‘Rossiya’ skyscraper was never built. A shopping mall and the ‘Neva Towers’ complex was constructed at its place in 2019.

4. Changed appearance of ‘Federation Tower’

In its first project, the ‘Federation Tower’ was designed to resemble a ship with a mast and two sails. The mast was to be represented by a tall glass spire with passages between the towers. It was planned to make a high-speed lift in it. The top of the spire was going to be turned into an observation deck. But the ship lost its mast in the middle of its construction. Experts at the Moscow-city Museum based in the ‘Imperia’ (“Empire”) tower say, that the construction of the spire was stopped, firstly, due to fire safety reasons and secondly, because it posed a threat to helicopter flights – the flickering glass of the spire could potentially blind the pilots. So, the half-built construction was disassembled. However, an observation deck was opened in the ‘Vostok’ tower.

5. Open windows of ‘Federation Tower’

We all know that the windows of the upper floors in different buildings don’t usually open. Experts say that it’s not actually for people’s safety. Falling from a big height is likely to be fatal in any building. The actual reason is the ventilation system. In a skyscraper, it’s managed with a mechanical system, and the building has its own climate. But in the ‘Zapad’ (“West”) tower of the ‘Federation Tower’ complex, the windows can open. The 62nd and last floor of the tower are taken up by a restaurant called ‘Sixty’. There, the windows are equipped with a special hydraulic system. They open for a short period of time accompanied by classical music, so the guests can take breathtaking photos of Moscow.

6. Broken glass units of ‘Federation Tower’

The guests of the ‘Sixty’ restaurant at the top of the ‘Zapad’ tower can be surprised to see cracked glass window panes. It is particularly strange, if we take into consideration the special type of this glass. It is extremely solid and can’t be broken once installed. For example, during experiments people threw all sorts of heavy items at the windows, but the glass wouldn’t break. The broken glass units of ‘Zapad’ were already damaged during shipment . As each of them is curved in its own way to make the tower’s curvature smooth, making a new set of window panes and bringing them to Russia was deemed too expensive . Moreover, the investors had financial problems (again, due to the 2008 financial crisis), so the ‘Vostok’ tower even stood unfinished for several years. Eventually, the cracked window panes were installed in their place.

7. The highest restaurant in Europe

‘Birds’, another restaurant in Moscow-City, is remarkable for its location. It was opened at the end of 2019 on the 84th floor of the ‘OKO’ complex’s southern tower. Guests at the restaurant can enjoy an amazing panoramic view at a height of 336 meters. On January 28, the experts of ‘Kniga Recordov Rossii’ (“Russian Records Book”) declared ‘Birds’ the highest restaurant in Europe, a step toward an application for a Guinness World Record.

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