These trainers also sell spell books, either right off the bat or after certain faction-related quests.
This is extremely beneficial once you have the gold to afford it. Joining the college will give you access to full range of trainers in all the different types of magic. Once you’ve done what she asks, you’ll have access to the college and the Achievement/Trophy will pop. You can even convince her to accept you based on your shout. If at this point you don’t have any spells, she’ll sell you one for 30 gold. She’ll then ask you to perform a magic spell to prove your worth. Talk to her and tell her you want to join the college. A Dunmer named Faralda will be there at first to greet you and block your path. You’ll eventually come across this location during the main storyline, but mage builds looking to level up quickly will want to make the journey early on in the game.Īt the north end of Winterhold, there are some stone steps leading to the college. You can access the college from Winterhold, which can be found at the northeastern corner of Skyrim.