Illusion spells are one of the most potent types that you can cast in Skyrim. It can help you manipulate your opponents, which makes it useful no matter what play-style you choose. Here’s a step-by-step guide for you to acquire the Master Illusion Spells and get ahead on the game.
1. Reach the Required Proficiency
The powerful spells had to be wielded by a skilled Dragonborn. It requires you to hone your skills to be worthy of its power. You need to cast or train your Illusion Skill to get the necessary proficiency of at least 90.
2. Unlock Master Illusion Spells
Once you meet the proficiency requirement, you may head to the College of Winterhold to train with Drevis Neloren. Discuss with him your desire to acquire the Master-Level of Illusion, and he will then give you “Vision of the Tenth Eye.” It is a master illusion spell that will mark the beginning of your quest.
3. The Illusion Ritual Spell
In this quest, you need to find the remaining four Master of Illusion texts and bring it to Drevis Neloren. The spell tomes are invisible books hidden all over the College of Winterhold. To find it, you need to cast the spell that Drevis initially gave to you, “Vision of the Tenth Eye.”
4. The Hall of Attainment
It is a big living area for the apprentices and the location of your first tome. Climb the stairs and find the bench at the upper landing. You will the tome under that bench just waiting for it to be retrieved.
5. The Hall of Countenance
It is the sleeping quarters of the apprentices and the location of your second tome. Proceed to the first room that looks like a cellar with barrels and crates. At the back of the room, you will find the tome on top of the dusty barrel.
6. The Arcanaeum
It is an area that houses ancient documents and serves as the library for the college and your third tome location. Walk into the library and find the outer ring to see the tome on a table next to “The Legend of Red Eagle.”
7. The Midden
It is a dungeon that lies beneath the College of Winterhold and the location of your fourth tome. To enter the dungeon, go back to the Hall of Countenance and find the trap door at the stairs’ bottom. Once in the dungeon, retrieve the tome on the table next to Atronach Forge.
8. Complete the Quest
Bring all the spell tomes that you have retrieved to Drevis Neloren, and he will give you one of the master of illusion spells as a bonus. This completes the quest, and if you wish to procure the remaining spells, you may do so by purchasing them from him.
The Four Master-Level Illusion Spells:
Harmony
It is a powerful illusion spell that can pacify hostile enemies of level 25 and below. The magic can help you stop the fight for 60 seconds within 250 ft.
Hysteria
The fear magic of this illusion spell can cause your level 25 enemies to run from battle.
Call to Arms
It is a great illusion spell that can enhance your combat skills by 25 points for 10 minutes.
Mayhem
It is the ultimate illusion spell that can cause chaos by making everyone attack anyone for 60 seconds.