For newcomers diving into Oblivion Remastered, securing powerful early-game weapons is crucial for a smoother start. Among the top priorities should be obtaining the Blackwater Blade, which can significantly ease the initial challenges you will face. This quest, with straightforward steps and only a few enemies to defeat, is a great way to strengthen your character early on.
The quest titled An Unexpected Voyage is not only easy to initiate but also quick to complete. By pursuing this quest, players will earn a Steel Longsword that can incapacitate foes with Fatigue on hit, making it highly beneficial for Arena battles or activities with the Dark Brotherhood. Here’s a detailed guide on how to get started with it.
Initiating An Unexpected Voyage Quest
To launch the Unexpected Voyage quest, head to The Bloated Float, a ship anchored in the Waterfront district of the Imperial City. Once aboard, initiate a conversation with Ormil and rent a room for just 10 gold pieces. After moving to the lower deck and settling into the assigned room, have your character rest in bed to trigger the quest.
Engage with Lynch and Liberate Graman gro-Marad
Upon awakening, a notification will inform you that the ship is now in motion. Exiting your room, you’ll encounter Lynch, a bandit aboard the ship. Engage him in conversation by stating, “I’m a member of your gang”to uncover valuable insights about the Blackwater Brigands. After the dialogue, eliminate Lynch and loot his corpse to obtain the Storage Room Key and Lynch’s Instructions. Review the instructions, as they contain critical information for upcoming interactions. Next, proceed to the Storage Room to free Graman gro-Marad, the ship’s bouncer.
Converse with Minx and Acquire the Top Deck Key
With Lynch dispatched, navigate to the main area of the ship where you’ll cross paths with Minx. It’s crucial to keep her calm; engage her with the following dialogue options:
- Yes. I’m here to assist her.
- Lynch set me up here.
Following this interaction, you’ll gain further insight into the bandit gang. Afterward, you can eliminate Minx and take the Top Deck Key from her remains. You can enter the Top Deck from above the bar, where the third gang member awaits.
Talk to Wrath and Secure Ormil’s Cabin Key
Once on the Top Deck, you’ll encounter Wrath. Engage him in a specific sequence of dialogue to gather more information about the gang. Follow these prompts:
- I’m awaiting orders.
- Three days ago.
After this exchange, eliminate Wrath and loot him for Ormil’s Cabin Key. With this key, return to the ship’s interior to speak with the final bandit, who holds the coveted sword you seek.
Acquiring the Blackwater Blade
With Ormil’s Cabin key in hand, make your way to Ormil’s room, where you’ll find Selene. Engage in conversation using the dialogue options listed below to secure a non-violent solution:
- I took the key from Wrath.
- I’m here to join the gang.
- …three months ago?
- To find the Golden Galleon.
- You mean in Bravil?
This conversation will lead Selene to relinquish the Blackwater Blade, a formidable asset for your arsenal. After acquiring the weapon, return to your cabin, where Selene will confine herself. Speak once more with Ormil and take a well-deserved rest. Upon waking in the Waterfront district, you’ll receive a reward of 75 gold for capturing Selene.
The Blackwater Blade carries a unique enchantment—Absorb Fatigue—allowing players to incapacitate opponents with successive hits, making it an invaluable asset for your journey.