Total materials needed to build a house in skyrim

Gathering the Basic Building Blocks

I started my Skyrim home project by gathering stones. I spent hours in Cheydinhal quarry, filling my bags with rough-hewn rocks. It was backbreaking work, but necessary! The sheer volume needed was daunting. I almost gave up several times.

My Initial Foray into the Cheydinhal Quarry

My first trip to Cheydinhal’s quarry was…an experience. I envisioned myself, a seasoned builder, efficiently gathering the necessary stones. The reality? I spent what felt like an eternity hauling heavy rocks. My initial estimate of the needed stone was laughably low. I filled my bags, then my pockets, then even my boots (don’t judge, it was desperate!). The sun beat down relentlessly. I remember thinking, more than once, that perhaps a smaller house was in order. But the image of my magnificent skyhome burned in my mind. So I persevered, making multiple trips back and forth, each journey more grueling than the last. By the time I finally deemed myself to have enough, I was covered in dust, sweat, and a healthy dose of exhaustion. It was a humbling start, a stark reminder of the sheer scale of my undertaking. Yet, seeing the growing pile of stones, I felt a surge of determination. This house was going to happen.

Essential Resources⁚ Wood and Iron

I acquired lumber from Whiterun’s mill; the amount needed was surprisingly vast. For iron, I dealt with a surly blacksmith in Riften, Torvin. His prices were steep, but the quality was undeniable. It was a costly but necessary step.

The Whiterun Lumber Mill and the Riften Blacksmith

My trip to Whiterun’s lumber mill was… eventful. I’d underestimated the sheer quantity of wood needed. I envisioned a cozy little cabin, but my plans ballooned into something much grander. The miller, a gruff Nord named Ulfgar, eyed me skeptically as I placed my initial order. He chuckled, muttering something about “city folk” and their ambitious projects. Several trips later, with my cart groaning under the weight of countless logs, I finally had enough for the framing. The smell of fresh-cut pine filled the air, a pleasant contrast to the dust and sweat of my labor. Obtaining the iron was a different beast entirely. I journeyed to Riften, a city I’d always avoided due to its unsavory reputation. The blacksmith, a burly Orc named Borghild, was intimidating, but fair. Her prices were high, reflecting the quality of her work, but I needed her expertise. I haggled, of course, but ultimately paid a hefty sum for the iron bars and nails necessary for my project. The weight of those iron bars was considerable, and I nearly collapsed under their weight several times. The journey back to my building site was arduous, but the thought of my soon-to-be magnificent home spurred me on.

Advanced Materials⁚ Glass and Corundum Ingots

I needed glass and corundum for my ambitious project. Finding a glassblower proved difficult, but eventually I found one in Windhelm. The corundum mining was far more challenging. I spent days in the mountains, battling harsh weather and dangerous wildlife, to get enough.

A Glassblowing Expedition and Mining in the Mountains

Securing the glass was surprisingly straightforward. I found a gruff but skilled glassblower named Thorgath in Windhelm. His workshop smelled strongly of sulfur and pine, a peculiar but not unpleasant aroma. He readily agreed to craft the panes I needed, after I bartered him a hefty sum of gold and a particularly fine bottle of Nord mead I’d acquired during a recent raid. The glass itself was beautiful, shimmering with an almost ethereal quality. Getting the corundum, however, proved to be a different beast entirely. I ventured into the Eastmarch mountains, following rumors of a rich corundum vein. The journey was treacherous; I battled blizzards, near-freezing temperatures, and even a particularly nasty frost troll guarding the cave mouth. The cave itself was dark, damp and filled with the unsettling sounds of dripping water and unseen creatures. I spent hours chipping away at the rock face, my pickaxe striking sparks against the hard stone. The corundum I finally unearthed was rough and unrefined, requiring further processing before it could be used in my construction. My hands were raw and bleeding, my clothes torn, but I had finally collected enough to continue my project. The satisfaction of hauling those heavy sacks of corundum back to my temporary camp was immense, a testament to my perseverance and determination.

Unexpected Needs⁚ Soul Gems and Enchanting

I hadn’t initially planned on enchanting, but I decided to add some magical flair. This meant a frantic search for soul gems! I spent days hunting draugr and other undead to fill them. It was unexpectedly time-consuming!

Adding that Extra Special Touch

Initially, I planned a purely functional sky home. Simple, sturdy, and efficient. But as I neared completion, I felt the urge to add something… more. A touch of magic, a personal flair. That’s when I realized I needed soul gems. Lots of them. I envisioned enchanting my furniture, adding wards to protect against unwanted visitors (and the occasional frost troll), and maybe even a self-cleaning floor – a girl can dream, right? Finding enough soul gems proved to be a significant undertaking. I spent days scouring dungeons, battling draugr and other undead creatures, carefully collecting every soul gem I could find, from the tiniest petty soul gems to the magnificent grand souls. The hunt was perilous at times, but the thrill of the chase, combined with the satisfaction of a well-filled inventory, kept me going. It wasn’t just the gems themselves; I also needed enchanting materials – moonstone, gold, and various other ingredients. Gathering those was a whole other adventure, leading me to explore various mines and delve deeper into the wilderness than I ever had before. I even encountered a particularly grumpy alchemist who reluctantly parted with some rare ingredients after I helped him deal with a particularly troublesome goblin infestation. All in all, the enchanting aspect added a significant amount of time and effort to my project, but the end result was well worth the extra work.

Putting it All Together⁚ My Magnificent Skyhome

The Final Construction and Personal Touches

Finally, I assembled everything! It was exhilarating. I added personal touches, like hanging tapestries and placing my favorite bookshelves. The view from my balcony is breathtaking! I named it Cloudhaven.