In the richly detailed world of Skyrim, Corundum Ingots play a crucial role in crafting various items, particularly in enhancing armor and weapons. This article delves into the intricacies of Corundum Ingots, including their ID codes, applications, and where they can be found or procured within the game.
Corundum Ingot ID Code
For players looking to acquire Corundum Ingots through console commands, the item ID is 0005AD93. To add this item to your inventory, use the console command:
player.AddItem 0005AD93 1
This command will place one Corundum Ingot into your inventory.
What Corundum Ingots Are For
Corundum is a versatile metal used in various crafting and smithing applications within Skyrim:
- Corundum is mixed with iron to create stronger alloys, most notably steel.
- It is used in the creation of banded iron armor and various other types of improved armor, such as scaled and steel plate armor.
- One Corundum Ingot is a requirement at a workbench for upgrading these armors, as well as the enchanted mask, Volsung.
- The Atronach Forge uses Corundum Ingots in the crafting of a Staff of the Flame Atronach.
- Corundum Ingots are necessary for creating HFLocks, used for making safes, and the Shrine of Akatosh.
How To Get Corundum Ingots
Mining and Smelting
Corundum Ingots are primarily obtained by mining and smelting Corundum Ore:
- Mining Corundum Ore Veins yields Corundum Ore.
- Two Corundum Ores can be smelted to produce one Corundum Ingot.
- Combining one Corundum Ore with one Iron Ore yields one Steel Ingot.
Buying from Merchants
Blacksmiths and general goods merchants sell Corundum Ore and Ingots:
- Corundum Ore becomes available from merchants starting at level 7.
- Corundum Ingots are available for purchase at all levels.
Notable Mining Locations
A total of 228 Corundum Veins, along with several ores and ingots, can be found in various locations throughout Skyrim. Some of the key sites include:
| Location | Veins | Ores | Ingots | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knifepoint Ridge (Falkreath Hold) | 19 | — | — | Accessible after starting “Boethiah’s Calling” quest |
| Blackreach (Winterhold) | 14 | 2 | — | Contains 13 additional Geode Ore Veins yielding Corundum |
| Goldenrock Mine (Eastmarch) | 4 | 6 | 9 | 4 ores and 3 ingots outside the mine; rest are in Verner’s House |
| Liar’s Retreat (The Reach) | 4 | — | — | — |
| Broken Helm Hollow (The Rift) | 3 | — | — | — |
| Gloomreach (The Reach) | 3 | — | — | — |
| The Guardian Stones (Falkreath Hold) | 3 | — | — | Located 540 ft south |
The vast majority of these veins are scattered across Skyrim, making exploration key to collecting Corundum Ore. Be mindful of the regions and quests that make these resources more or less accessible.
Additional Notes
- Unlike other ores, Corundum Ore is worth exactly half of a Corundum Ingot, which means buying Corundum Ingots directly is generally more cost-effective.
- Occasionally, ore veins may not respawn as intended due to bugs, so diversifying mining spots could be beneficial.
- Corundum and iron ores can be combined to smelt Steel Ingots, but this process is more expensive than buying Steel Ingots directly due to the individual costs of ores.
Understanding Corundum Ingots’ applications and how to acquire them efficiently can greatly enhance your crafting capabilities and overall gameplay in Skyrim. Utilize the mines, merchants, and console commands available to maximize your productivity and combat prowess.
