You can find Glow Dust in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion primarily by defeating Will-o-the-Wisps, which are ghostly enemies that drop Glow Dust upon death. These creatures are often found in swampy regions, monster dungeons, and near Azura's Shrine, especially during the related quest "Blood of the Daedra." Specific caves like Crayfish Cave, Breakneck Cave, Wind Cave, Bramblepoint Cave, and Arrowshaft Cavern are good spots to find Will-o-the- Wisps at higher levels (level 9 and above)
. If you prefer not to fight, Glow Dust can also be purchased from alchemy vendors. The best-known vendor is Claudette Perrick at The Gilded Carafe in the Market District of the Imperial City. Another vendor is the Main Ingredient shop, also in the Market District. These vendors restock their Glow Dust supply every 48 to 72 hours, so you can buy Glow Dust repeatedly by waiting outside and returning later
. Additionally, in the city of Bruma, you can find some Glow Dust lying around inside the Mages Guild living quarters, which can be a convenient early source
. Summary of where to find Glow Dust in Oblivion:
- Kill Will-o-the-Wisps in:
- Azura’s Shrine area (especially during the "Blood of the Daedra" quest)
- Swampy regions and forests near water (e.g., south of Imperial City, near Leyawiin)
- Monster dungeons and caves like Crayfish Cave, Breakneck Cave, Wind Cave, Bramblepoint Cave, Arrowshaft Cavern
- Purchase from vendors:
- Claudette Perrick at The Gilded Carafe, Imperial City Market District
- Main Ingredient shop, Imperial City Market District
- Find in Bruma Mages Guild living quarters (on a desk)
Using enchanted or silver weapons or magic spells is necessary to effectively kill Will-o-the-Wisps since they are immune to normal weapons
. This combination of methods allows you to gather Glow Dust reliably for quests and alchemy needs.
