Skyrim: How to Cast a Mage Light Spell

There are many spells the Dragonborn can learn in Skyrim. Most spells can be learned by finding spell tomes and reading them. Spells are divided into restoration, destruction, and alteration categories. Using a specific type of spell will level up the Dragonborn's skill in that particular category. This allows the player to gain new perks to power up spells and use less magicka to cast them.

One useful Alteration spell that players will want to learn is the Mage Light. It can be a useful tool when exploring Skyrim's dark dungeons and is necessary to join the mage's guild. This guide will show players where they can find the Mage Light tome and how to cast it.

College of Winterhold

Players looking to improve their magic skills and learn new spells should visit the College of Winterhold. This is Skyrim's mages guild based in the city of Solitude. The college questline will give the Dragonborn many new spells and access to powerful magic teachers. When players first reach the college they will have to prove their magical prowess to Faralda. She is guarding a magical barrier and asks the player to use the Mage Light spell on the eye insignia behind her.

Acquiring the Spell Tome

There are multiple ways to acquire the Mage Light spell tome. Fans should check the books section of their inventory as it's possible they may have looted it from a dungeon without noticing. It may also appear at random vendors throughout Skyrim. Farengar Secret-Fire should have one for sale in his inventory. He is the court wizard in Whiterun. Look for him in the Dragonsreach keep where the Jarl is located. He will sell it at a pretty expensive price depending on the Dragonborn's speech skill.

If players are short on gold, they can ask Faralda herself. When speaking, tell her that the Dragonborn doesn't know the spell. She should offer the tome for only 30 gold.

Using the Spell

After players have acquired the tome, they need to open their inventory. Go to the books section and use the tome to learn the spell. The Mage Light is an apprentice alteration spell. Its magicka cost can be hefty if players have low magic skills. Fans can reduce this cost by wearing light armor, such as robes, or regular clothes. Making and wearing clothes enchanted with magical effects can also help.

The spell is a ball of light that shoots out of the Dragonborn's hand. It will stick to whatever it lands on. Players can mark enemies or companions to keep track of them. Once players can cast the spell, they need to shoot it at the eye insignia behind Faralda. She will be impressed and drop the magical barrier.