A Skyrim enthusiast recently discovered a hard truth about the game after losing a significant stash of in-game materials. It’s a mistake that many players may encounter once before learning a valuable lesson from the consequences.
Even after 13 years since its release, players still enjoy uncovering new aspects of Skyrim, as they experiment to gain extra prowess during their adventures. While most of the mysteries have been unraveled, the passion for exploration remains alive, with some players achieving remarkable feats—like reaching an impressive level without venturing beyond the starting area. However, these efforts don’t always end well, as illustrated by our unlucky gamer.
One such player, Reddit user HelloW0rldBye, learned this lesson the hard way. They decided to store valuable items—ore, leather, and gems—in some outdoor barrels in Whiterun. Unfortunately, when they returned, all that remained were a few carrots, with their prized possessions having vanished. Fellow players chimed in, noting that it was a rookie blunder and pointed out the game’s loading screens even caution about this specific issue.
Although utilizing Whiterun barrels for extra storage in Skyrim can seem like a smart move, there’s a crucial catch—items inside despawn after 30 in-game days. This makes it all too easy for even seasoned players to forget and inadvertently lose those items. The trick works, but only as a temporary fix, and HelloW0rldBye paid the price for ignoring this. Located near Breezehome, the player-owned abode, those barrels rarely need to be relied upon by players.
One reason Skyrim remains popular is the anticipation surrounding The Elder Scrolls 6, which Bethesda has been teasing without many updates. As rumors circulate about the upcoming RPG, fans are eager for details, especially now that Starfield is behind us. Hopefully, it won’t be long before the studio finally sheds light on what’s next for the series.
