If your computer is too fast and the load screen goes by before you have read the tips, then you are in the right place. Below is a collection of tips, lore, and hints from the Elder Scrolls 5 Skyrim Loading Screen.
Skyrim's Horkers are often hunted for their tusks and meat.
Like many of Skyrim's woodland settlements, Falkreath's economy is heavily reliant on the production of lumber.
Whiterun's central location in Skyrim has made it a trading hub of the entire province.
Clavicus Vile is the daedric prince of power. He is fond of enticing mortals with tempting pacts... which later they come to regret.
The High King of Skyrim, Torygg, was recently killed by Ulfric Stormcloak, who used the ancient power of the Thu'um to nearly shout Torygg to pieces.
Solitude is a major shipping port and important Imperial Supply Line.
"Pelgius III, sometimes called Pelgius the Mad, was proclaimed Emperor in the 145th year of the Third Era" --- Stronach k'Thojj III, Brief History of the Empire Vol. II
Hermaeus Mora is the daedric prince of fate, knowledge, and memory. In his rare dealings with mortals, he often chooses to appear as a grotesque mass of tentacles.
"I am the Queen of Solitude, daughter of the Emperor! Summon the daedra! I'll trade the soul of every last subject of mine for a little comfort." -- Queen Potema, 3E 97
Solitude is the center of Imperial power in Skyrim. It is also home to the famous Bards College.
All currently active magic effects, including diseases and armor enchantments, are shown in the Magic Inventory under "Active Effects"
When casting spells, wait for the spell to be ready before releasing the control. The spell is cast when you release.
Stendarr is the god of righteous rule by might and merciful forbearance. He has a shrine in the Temple of the Divines in Solitude.
In addition to doing regular damage, Shock spells also deplete the target's Magicka. They're particularly useful against wizards.
Mehrunes Dagon is the daedric prince of destruction, revolution, and ambition. He caused the oblivion crisis when he attempted to enter Tamriel in his true, and terrible, form.
Tougher creatures have larger souls, which need larger soul gems to hold them. Larger souls make better enchantments and recharge weapons more completely.
Solitude has traditionally had strong ties to the Empire, and many of the city's Jarls were connected to the Septim Bloodline.
General Tullius commands the Imperial army from the stone-walled Castle Dour, while Solitude's Jarl, Elisif, resides in the Blue Palace.
Solitude sits on a natural arch, giving its port much needed shelter from the strong winds of the Ghost Sea.
In some of Skyrim's darkest recesses, where the living fear to tread, the bones of the dead still walk. These Skeletons feel no pain or remorse... and deserve no mercy.
Talos is the hero-god of mankind. His worship is currently banned by the Empire, but that hasn't stopped the Nords of Skyrim from revering him.
Soul gems with souls in them are used to create and recharge magic weapons and armor.
Those venturing in Skyrim's deepest underground reaches should be wary of the Chaurus, a giant insects that spits poison and bites with its razor-sharp mandibles.
Wearing heavy armor or using heavy weapons will slow you down.
Most of the dogs in Skyrim are domesticated, and serve as faithful companions to their Nord masters.
Kynareth is the goddess of the air, wind, and sky. She has a temple in Whiterun.
