How to teleport an NPC to yourself or yourself to an NPC through the console in Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim offers a rich world of exploration and adventure. However, sometimes players encounter issues with lost or stuck NPCs, or they might simply need to quickly navigate the game world. This guide will explain how to use the in-game console to teleport NPCs to your character or move your character to an NPC.

Finding the NPC Reference ID

The first step in teleporting NPCs involves locating their Reference ID (RefId). The RefId uniquely identifies an instance of an NPC in the game and is different from the Base ID. Here’s how you can find it:

• Load a Previous Save: If you remember when you last encountered the NPC, load that save, open the console using the tilde (~) key, click on the NPC, and note the displayed RefId.
• Online Databases: Websites like UESP or Elder Scrolls Wiki often list RefIds for well-known NPCs, although load order might affect these values.
• Console Help Command: Use the console command help "npc name" to get the Base ID (not the RefId) and convert it manually if needed, although this can be cumbersome.

Teleporting an NPC to Your Location

Once you have the RefId, you can teleport an NPC to your location using the following steps:

1. Open the console with the tilde (~) key.
2. Type prid RefId and press Enter. This selects the NPC in the console.
3. Type moveto player and press Enter. The NPC will appear at your location.
4. If the NPC is dead, revive it first by typing resurrect 1 before teleporting.

Teleporting to an NPC

If you want to move your player character to the NPC’s location, follow these steps:

1. Open the console with the tilde (~) key.
2. Type player.moveto RefId and press Enter. Your character will be teleported to the NPC’s location.

Common Issues and Solutions

While using console commands, you might encounter some issues:

• Unknown Variable Errors: Ensure you are using the correct RefId. If you’re unsure, recheck the ID or load a previous save to verify.
• NPC Not Teleporting: Double-check the command syntax and ensure the NPC is selected in the console. Also, verify that the NPC is not disabled using the command enable.
• Duplicate NPCs: Avoid using player.placeatme BaseId as it creates a copy, which might not function as intended.

Example Usage

Here are specific examples for teleporting an NPC or yourself:

• To teleport the NPC “Savos Aren” (RefId: 0001C1B8) to you:

  
  prid 0001C1B8
  moveto player
  
  

• To teleport yourself to “Savos Aren”:

  
  player.moveto 0001C1B8
  
  

By following these methods, you can efficiently manage NPCs and navigate the game world, ensuring a smoother gaming experience in Skyrim.