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Gamer Spends $100,000 for Elder Scrolls VI Inclusion

Author:Kristen Update:Apr 06,2025

Bethesda, in partnership with the Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic charity, has launched an exciting initiative that lets fans of The Elder Scrolls series play a direct role in shaping the upcoming RPG. This unique opportunity has ignited a wave of enthusiasm among the game's community, culminating in a record-breaking auction. An anonymous fan secured their place in the world of TES VI with a staggering bid of $85,450, earning the right to have a character in the game modeled after themselves or designed to their specifications. The auction saw participation from both individual gamers and large fan communities, such as UESP and The Imperial Library, who sought to honor the role-playing forum contributor Lorrane Pairrel but were outbid at approximately $60,000.

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While Bethesda has kept the details of the winning character's role under wraps, the fanbase is buzzing with speculation and debate. Some express concerns that such initiatives might compromise the game's lore, whereas others view it as a powerful way to weave the community into the fabric of the project. Amidst this, insiders have been leaking tantalizing details about TES VI, including advanced shipbuilding mechanics, naval battles, and the much-anticipated return of dragons to the game world.