In The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, conjuration magic plays a crucial role, allowing players to summon a variety of allies, from formidable Atronachs to fearsome undead like Skeletons and Zombies. Each summoned creature has its unique traits, and strategically selecting the right ally can influence the outcome of battles significantly. Some summons boast greater durability or offensive capabilities, making them more effective in combat situations.
To summon the strongest allies available, players must first enhance their Conjuration skill. This progression enriches your spell repertoire, advancing from Apprentice to Journeyman, Expert, and finally, Master-level conjuration spells. It’s important to note that not all summons can be acquired through standard spells; some require players to seek out hidden sources of magic.
10 Zombie
Bulky Low-Level Undead
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | Purchase from Alberic Little at the Chorrol Mages Guild Hall. |
The Zombie stands out as arguably the best low-level summon for players. With significantly more health than other Apprentice-level options like the Scamp or Skeleton, it proves to be a reliable combatant in early encounters. The Zombie can absorb damage effectively, allowing players to leverage its durability in challenging situations.
For this guide, remember that summons derived from the Greater Powers in The Shivering Isles DLC, such as the Dark Seducer or Golden Saint, will not be discussed due to their uniqueness and enhanced strength.
Although the Zombie lacks ranged attacks, it compensates with respectable melee damage. As you familiarize yourself with Conjuration spells, this low-cost summon can be a repeated ally in battle.
9 Flame Atronach
Intense Fire For Ranged Support
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman | Purchase from Athragar at the Chorrol Mages Guild Hall. |
Once you reach the Journeyman level in Conjuration, the Flame Atronach becomes available, offering a fiery option for your battle strategy. While it may not endure as long as undead summoners, its fire-based attacks deliver high damage, especially against foes vulnerable to flames.
The Flame Atronach excels in ranged attacks, distinguishing it from many melee-focused summons. This summon can serve a dual purpose: providing ranged support while allowing you to engage enemies directly. This flexibility makes it an excellent choice for various combat builds.
8 Skeleton Guardian
Defend Your Character Against Multiple Enemies
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman | Purchase from Athragar at the Chorrol Mages Guild Hall. |
The Skeleton Guardian marks another strategic option at the Journeyman level, offering enhanced defensive capabilities compared to standard Skeletons. Equipped with a shield, this summon can effectively absorb damage, allowing it to engage multiple attackers without succumbing quickly.
Its combination of respectable damage output and durability makes the Skeleton Guardian particularly suitable for situations where you’re outnumbered, granting you vital breathing room in battle.
7 Headless Zombie
Upgraded Undead With An Incredible Health Pool
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman | Purchase from Athragar at the Chorrol Mages Guild Hall. |
Be mindful that as you progress to high-tier spells, the Magicka costs increase significantly, demanding an adequate investment in your Magicka pool for sustained summoning ability. The Headless Zombie excels against single targets like bosses, drawing fire away from your character while dishing out impressive damage.
6 Frost Atronach
Pure Damage Of Unrelenting Frost
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Expert | Purchase from Athragar at the Chorrol Mages Guild Hall. |
The Frost Atronach becomes accessible at the Expert level, offering a formidable alternative for elemental damage. With its icy composition, this summon delivers heavy Frost damage, employing powerful melee strikes against adversaries. Its durability shines, acting as a near-impenetrable force against low-level enemies.
In combination with potent Destruction spells, players can efficiently neutralize crowded encounters by exploiting the Frost Atronach’s sheer offensive might. However, it’s essential to remain vigilant of the Frost’s susceptibility to specific magical attacks in higher-stakes scenarios.
5 Daedroth
Reptilian Powerhouse Without Fear
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Expert | Purchase from Athragar at the Chorrol Mages Guild Hall. |
Representing an apex summon at the Expert level, the Daedroth is a mammoth reptilian creature, fiercely effective in confrontation. Its health pool is among the highest for summons, while it also delivers significant melee damage, allowing it to engage both low and high-level enemies effectively.
This massive ally lacks ranged attacks but compensates with robust mobility, enabling it to swiftly take the fight to opponents. Providing an excellent mix of offensive and defensive capabilities, a single Daedroth can turn the tide of combat with ease.
4 Lich
Call Upon The Strongest Undead Spellcaster
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Master | Purchase from Borissean at the Imperial City Arcane University. |
The Lich ranks as the most powerful undead summon, exhibiting impressive levels of autonomy and spellcasting ability. With an arsenal of magic at its disposal, a Lich can turn the tide of combat from a distance. Although it appears weaponless, its spells can wreak havoc on foes.
Due to its reliance on the staff it spawns with, the effectiveness of a Lich can vary. A fortunate summon can provide overwhelming AoE or single-target damage, favoring those who may lack high-level magic. However, it’s essential to use this summon strategically to maximize its potential on the battlefield.
3 Storm Atronach
Destructive Lightning With Extremely High Damage
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Master | Purchase from Vigge the Cautious at the Brume Mages Guild Hall. |
At the apex of Atronach summons is the Storm Atronach, a formidable entity harnessing the power of thunderstorms. While similar to Frost Atronachs in its bulk, the Storm Atronach diverges with its capability for both melee and ranged attacks, making it exceptionally versatile in various combat scenarios.
This powerful summon delivers high Shock damage, rarely met with resistance from most foes. Its effectiveness in both solo encounters and chaotic battles against multiple opponents makes the Storm Atronach an invaluable ally, particularly against high-tier adversaries.
2 Dremora Lord
Animated Armor With The Toughest Defense
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Master | Purchase from Volanaro at the Skingrad Mages Guild Hall. |
Dominate battles with the Dremora Lord, the most resilient summon available in Oblivion Remastered. This armored figure excels at absorbing damage while dealing significant damage to enemies in return. Dremora Lords are exceptional at crowd control and draw the attention of opponents away from the player.
Despite dealing less damage than the Storm Atronach, the Dremora Lord’s incredible defense allows it to win outright in drawn-out encounters against multiple foes. Its tendency to outlast opponents will often turn the tide in your favor, reflecting the core strength of summoning allies in Oblivion.
1 Xivilai
Undisputed Champion Of Oblivion
| Summon Spell | Spell Level | Where To Get Spell |
|---|---|---|
| Master | Purchase from Borissean at the Imperial City Arcane University. |
At the pinnacle of conjuration in Oblivion lies the Xivilai, a Daedric champion renowned for its exceptional health and damage output. This summon possesses formidable resilience, standing tall even against powerful Daedric artifacts wielded by enemies. The Xivilai is nearly invincible, boasting very few exploitable weaknesses, making it the ultimate ally in any battle.
Its ability to withstand heavy damage allows it to tackle bosses and large groups alike while diverting enemy attention away from the player. Those skilled enough to summon a Xivilai can rely on one of the most potent companions available in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered.