The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered brings a host of eerie elements to life, from skeletons and spirits to zombies, but one mysterious addition has caught everyone’s attention—a spectral horse. This peculiar discovery began with a Reddit post by TaricIsNotASupport, who stumbled upon what appears to be a ghostly equine companion waiting to be uncovered.
“Uhhhh, guys, is this new?”
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Reddit user TaricIsNotASupport recounted their experience while crafting spells at Frostcrag Spire, a location cherished by many players. On exiting the Cosy Chaos Spire, which has sparked debate within the community, they noticed something extraordinary in the distance—a spectral horse. Intrigued, they hurried over to investigate, only to find a ghostly steed without a name.
“I’ve logged thousands of hours in the original Oblivion and over a hundred in the Remaster, yet this is the first time I’ve encountered this horse,” TaricIsNotASupport shared. They wondered if it was a new addition or simply something overlooked before.
To unravel the mystery, TaricIsNotASupport reached out to the community, sparking a wave of curiosity and investigation across forums and websites like the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages. So far, no definitive answers have surfaced.
“To the people asking if I can ride or interact with the spooky horse, yes!”
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Speculation ran rampant among players. Some believed it could be a mod, but since TaricIsNotASupport plays on PlayStation 5, where mods are unavailable, that theory fell flat. Others suggested it might be the result of a glitch, possibly triggered by a misplaced spell. Bethesda games are notorious for their quirky bugs, and this ghost horse could easily fit the pattern.
“It’s very odd. The wiki mentions only two unique horses: Shadowmere and unicorns,” noted ClaymoreBeatz. “I highly doubt you’re lying about not being on PC, so this is probably a glitch introduced by the Remaster.”
Despite its ethereal nature, the ghost horse behaves like any other mount in Oblivion. It can fast travel, gets stabled, and interacts seamlessly with the game world. In the absence of an official name, TaricIsNotASupport affectionately dubbed it 'Spookmane.'
Others speculated whether Bethesda and Virtuos intentionally included the ghost horse as a hidden Easter egg for dedicated players. While plausible, such additions remain unlikely given the game’s extensive updates. Players eager to recreate the phenomenon have yet to uncover a specific method to summon the spectral steed.
TaricIsNotASupport remains committed to exploring Oblivion with Spookmane by their side, unsure if it’s a one-time occurrence, a secret, or a bug. Regardless, the ghost horse has captured the imagination—and perhaps the hearts—of the Oblivion community.
“This creature might be my favorite new friend I’ve made,” TaricIsNotASupport expressed. “Spookmane, you’re glorious, and I love you.”
Oblivion Remastered, crafted by Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, boasts numerous enhancements beyond its stunning visuals and smooth performance. Improvements span leveling systems, character creation, combat animations, and menus, along with new dialogue and advanced lip-sync technology. Fans appreciate these updates, with some even labeling it a remake rather than a remaster.
Bethesda addressed the remaster approach, explaining their reasoning behind the decision. Meanwhile, players warn newcomers to tackle Kvatch early to avoid overwhelming level scaling. Additionally, reports highlight adventurous explorers venturing beyond Cyrodiil into Valenwood, Skyrim, and Hammerfell, rumored settings for The Elder Scrolls VI.
For comprehensive guidance, check out our detailed guide covering everything in Oblivion Remastered, including an interactive map, walkthroughs for main quests and guild lines, character optimization tips, essential tasks, PC cheat codes, and much more.
