How to Get Akaviri Katana in Oblivion Remastered

The Oblivion Akaviri Katana is the most stunning and stylish of all of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered's weapons. Elegant, chic, and full of the history of the Empire, this curved sword is as much a destructive weapon on the battlefield as it is an expression of the Emperor's own personal bodyguards, the legendary Blades. For people who enjoy a flamboyant and historic weapon, the Akaviri Katana is one of the best early-game weapons one can get in Oblivion Remastered.

Whereas this sword takes center stage on the main quest, there aren't many opportunities to acquire one, let alone snatch spares for enchanting experimentation later. Below is where to find, acquire, and use the Akaviri Katana and its high-damage two-handed variant, and the annoying Ancient Akaviri Katana.

The Origins of the Akaviri Katana

The Akaviri Katana Oblivion originated on the mysterious continent of Akavir, where the snake-humans Tsaesci are domiciled, who are credited to have brought the sword design, as well as their combat art, to Tamriel. In Elder Scrolls lore, the Blades, the personal bodyguards of the Emperor, trace their descent back to these same Akaviri warriors of old. Their swords, their armor, and their code of warriors all come directly from this interplanetary civilization.

All of the Oblivion Remastered Blades carry the Akaviri Katana as a badge of honor and loyalty. The curve and beauty speak of its Eastern origins, which are unlike the straight blades carried by most of the other groups. Aside from appearance, however, this sword is among the strongest one-handed swords to acquire early in the game because of its accuracy and speed.

Getting Your First Akaviri Katana in Oblivion Remastered

You get your first Akaviri Katana quite early on in the main quest, in the Tutorial in the Imperial Prison sewers. You are fighting with Emperor Uriel Septim and his Blades through the tunnels when the group is ambushed by the Mythic Dawn Assassins. During the battle, one of the Blades is killed, and you can pick up the katana from her dead body.

It's your first opportunity to use the weapon, and it gives you a sense of just how sharp and fast it is. It's a temporary pickup only; however, later in the tutorial, Baurus, one of the other surviving Blades, will ask you to return it as part of the overall quest chain. You'll discard your rental katana at this point, but don't worry, your opportunity to buy one to keep will come along in good time.

Becoming a Blade and Creating Your Own Katana

To actually get the Oblivion Remastered Akaviri Katana, you will have to get to the early part of the main questline. Having escaped from the sewers, your first main quest is to bring Jauffre, the Grandmaster Blades of Weynon Priory, the Amulet of Kings. This will unlock for you more quests that direct you towards becoming a Blade yourself.

Next, complete the quests “Find the Heir” and “Breaking the Siege of Kvatch.” These missions involve rescuing Martin Septim, the last surviving heir to the throne, and defending the city of Kvatch from Daedric invaders. Once you’ve successfully led Martin back to Weynon Priory and defended it from another Mythic Dawn attack, you’ll gain access to your first horse and unlock the next phase of the storyline.

Your next destination will be Cloud Ruler Temple, the secret Blades' fortress in the Jerall Mountains. Head north on the road with Jauffre and Martin. When you get there, Jauffre will officially welcome you to the Blades' order and let you utilize their facilities, and more importantly, your first Akaviri Katana.

Reaching Cloud Ruler Temple for More Katanas

Upon becoming a member of the Blades, take some time to explore Cloud Ruler Temple thoroughly. Inside the Western Barracks, you’ll find a katana resting on a table, free for the taking. There’s another located in the Armory, found on the eastern side of the temple, along with several other weapons and armor pieces.

For those who desire variety, there is also a two-handed version of the Akaviri Dai-Katana. This greatsword does more damage and has a longer range, but at a loss of speed and the use of shields. The two swords are balanced equally and can be enchanted at the Enchantment Altar in the Mages Guild. Experimenting with various magical properties, such as Fire, Frost, or Absorb Health, can further make the Akaviri Katana lethal and convert it to your chosen combat style.

The Ancient Akaviri Katana - An Endgame Upgrade As nice as the standard Akaviri Katana is, there is even a superior one, the Ancient Akaviri Katana. It is the same sleek sword but with additional features that enable it to slash otherworldly enemies, like Ghosts, Specters, and Will-o-the-Wisps.

Players will be offered an opportunity to acquire this mythic weapon later on in the main quest in "Blood of the Divines," where players must journey to Sancre Tor, an ancient Akaviri ruin in the Jerall Mountains. Inside this haunted fortress, players will fight ghostly Blades and recover their holy relics. Every one of these spectral warriors has a variation of the Akaviri Katana, and by defeating them, you can claim the Ancient Akaviri Katana for yourself.

More than a good upgrade, but also a rich piece of history, anchoring your character into the rich legacy of Blades who have come before you.

Combat Effectiveness and Skill Synergy

The Oblivion Akaviri Katana is a combat master in its combination of speed and accuracy. Being a one-handed Blade-class sword, it has a lot to gain from investing skill into the Blade skill, which increases damage and attack power. Investing skill points into Blade also provides a chance of activating bleeding effects and piercing armored targets more efficiently.

As opposed to standard swords, the Akaviri Katana is quicker and therefore perfect for fast characters who rely on speed and timing rather than brute force. It possesses a longer reach and swing attack, making up-close combat easier and minimizing slippage risk while attacking in succession. The Dai-Katana version, on the other hand, is perfect for players who prefer using raw strength at the expense of light blows for heavy swings that knock or stagger enemies easily.

A Symbol of the Blades' Heritage

It is not only a weapon, but the Akaviri Katana is centuries of tradition and honor for the Empire. Each Blade, from Jauffre to the Emperor's bodyguards, wears one as a symbol of duty. When you receive your own, you quite literally become one of them, continuing the ancient tradition of the guardians of the Empire.

Conclusion

The Akaviri Katana in Oblivion Remastered is more than a finely made sword; it's Tamrielic history, a connection to the Blades' deep heritage, and one of the best early-game swords for any hero. From that first showing in the tutorial on up to inside Cloud Ruler Temple, the journey to gain this sword is the same as the hero's own journey of growth and commitment.

Whether you like the faster one-handed Katana or the heavy-hitting Dai-Katana, either is great at fighting and remains useful throughout the game. In the later part of the game, the Ancient Akaviri Katana gives you that additional boost, with the ability to pierce enemies that normal swords cannot.

In whatever way you decide to employ it, the Akaviri Katana is one of Oblivion Remastered's mythic blades, beautiful, lethal, and steeped in tradition. Its lineage goes on with every fight, proof that will endure eternally to the honor of the Blades..