How to make the best Crusader Build in The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered

After Bethesda shadowsropped The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered out of nowhere, everyone started wondering how to with the different classes in the game. That is why we have come up with this guide to help you with the best Crusader build in the game.


Among all the 21 available classes scattered among three different categories, Crusader falls in the Combat class. With effective attributes like Strength and Willpower, this class is pure brute force. However, it might be tricky to master this class as it needs sheer resilience and proper choice of attributes and skills. That’s where this guide comes in.

The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered : Best Crusader Build


Heavy Armor, Blades, and Restoration combine to provide a potent set of Major Skills that are perfect for fighting, fending off the majority of enemy strikes, and reviving health in the event that an attack turns out to be more powerful than anticipated. We have already learnt how the Mage class is all about magical spells.

But the Crusader is a balance between combat powerhouse and spells. Those who want to take the battles in Oblivion in their bare hands, must choose the Crusader as their preferred class. Now let’s take a look at the best builds for a Crusader:


Best Race for a Crusader
As previously mentioned, striking a balance between proper attacking aspects and magical aspects is necessary in building a perfect Crusader. Hence, races like Nord, Breto n or Imperial will be your perfect choice.


Best Birthsign for a Crusader

As a Crusader is a combat-focused class, opting for The Lord birthsign would be a wise choice for you. Not only it boosts the Strength attribute, but also heals yourself fully once a day. Along with it, it increases the Restoration spell as well.


Best Attributes for a Crusader
Strength: This has to be your go-to attribute if you want to master Crusader as this increases the damage dealt by melee attacks with swords, maces or even bare hands. Not only that, this attribute makes you strong enough to wear heavy armor without being slowed down.

Willpower: Along with Strength, you will need Willpower to harness the power of magic. That means, with this attribute, you will be able to cast powerful spells. This attribute will also help you in defense as it will block opponent spells as well.


Best Skills for a Crusader

• Blade: This skill allows you effective and faster melee attacks with a sword.

• Blunt: If you want some heavy blow, instead of Blade, you can look into this. With this skill, you will be able to deal crushing attacks with maces and hammers. It also blocks opposing attacks as this skill is all about raw force.

• Heavy Armor: A Crusader is the Tank of the team, so he ought to have Heavy Armors in the battlefield. And you already have the Strength attribute, you are not going to slow down that much wearing those.

• Restoration: As a Tank, you are certain to face the heavier share of incoming damages from your opponents. So, make sure to add this skill into your inventory, as it will not only heal yourself but your teammates as well. Even higher Restoration skills unlock higher level healing spells.

Best Spells for a Crusader

• Restore Fatigue: Crusaders are made for long-standing duels, and for that you need to keep your stamina up to the mark. This spell will do that for you.

• Fireball: This spell is a great way for you to start the battle. As it’s very cost-effective and huge damage dealing, this is a reliable option.

• Shield: As previously mentioned, you are going to get the maximum amount of attacks from the enemies. That is why you need this spell to add a temporary armor rating, to save your actual armor.

• Weakness to Fire: This spell boosts damages dealt by weapon enchantment and elemental strikes.

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