The Alchemy of the Elder Scrolls, Volume One | Deep Dive

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Hey everyone! This is part one of a three part series that I will be releasing over the next few months. It was super fun to make! I hope you enjoy watching it as much as I did making it.

[@HalfPersianMan]

Cant wait for other parts and any video by you!!! Best wishes for you.

[@DarkLOREDash]

Phenomenal effort!! I largely ignore Alchemy in game & secretly knew it was to my own detriment. What you've done here to make such a dry topic fun & engaging is amazing

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad to hear it! Thank you so much. Alchemy in the elder scrolls has always been so awesome to me. Same with growing mushrooms or gardening. Just taking something from start to finish and making things from it… so cool.

[@rando5673]

Seriously, this man is combining lore and real biology into a movie-length video. How does he not have 10x more subscribers by now?

[@OnyxLeviathan]

You are far too kind haha but I’m very glad you are enjoying the content! I’m happy to have found what seems to be my niche

[@youngguccisensei1006]

The goat himself does it again, peak cinema.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

You’re too kind

[@postpunk6947]

Oh man, your video about TES Dungeons is one of my favorite. You are master of your craft. This video is banger, I'm sure now, just starting to watch. Please, do video about magic in this style. Fighting, everything. You are lore master, you are great content creator. Thank you for bringin' quality of KZbin up in the sky!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

You are far too kind, thank you! I have many ideas for more TES videos, and magic is definitely one of them! I also want to do weapons and how they’ve changed over the series as well, mixed with skills and battle styles. Then the pantheons, architectures, everything.

[@postpunk6947]

@@OnyxLeviathan I'm all into it! Can't wait! Hope your channel gonna get bigger. You deserved it, my man.

[@postpunk6947]

@@OnyxLeviathan lore of TES games is deep and full of great stories, characters etc. Every province have specific culture and history. This is one of the best game to do viedos like yours. I can't wait for more!

[@minebeans]

this channel is the best algorithm pull ive gotten in a hot second, loving it

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’ll keep it up! I’m really glad you’re liking my new stuff.

[@Sulticune]

It is always a good day when the algorithm gods lead me to some relaxing but interesting new TeS content. Subbed, thank you!

[@Sulticune]

Oohhh, I thought your voice sounded familiar. I have your absolute masterpiece of a video in Dungeons of the Elder Scrolls in my night time playlist. I was a bit sad when you didn't make a follow up to the fungi of morrowind video. But whatever you feel is best is going to be great, thank you!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Hey, I’m glad you enjoyed! I’m happy to have you along. And thank you for watching the fungi video! In some ways, this is a surface overview of different ingredients. Though, now that I have some new software and technique, I would like to revisit specifically the fungi at some point. I have plenty of journals to get information from😅

[@atrtsh]

​@@OnyxLeviathanbest be careful, there's not mushroom for error

[@applewizard4]

This video is so important since it can be referred to later when doing alchemical research. Thank you for your massive contribution.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

You’re absolutely welcome. I hope it helps you in your journeys throughout Tamriel!

[@rando5673]

Dude, this video is incredible! I wish high-quality, long-form content like this got more attention

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you! I will be doing many more :) maybe one of these days we can get eyes on it

[@toneloke38]

I’m subbing because I am 1000% behind seeing you grow your channel. You’ve stuck at it for 5 years and you’re finally figuring out a formula that works. Don’t give up keep fucking going you fucking legend.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’ll do my best 🫡 thank you so much for the kind words!

[@shrimpbobofficial]

Hell yeah I love these kinds of random deep dives into Morrowind and stuff, great work

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you! I’ll keep making em :)

[@Robin-jk3uz]

Stumbled upon your channel a few weeks, watched your lore video on caves in TeS and been a fan ever since! Loving the well-researched content, presentation of it and your calm voice. Looking forward to more!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thanks a ton for watching! I have pleeeenty of ideas for TES videos and I’m so glad you all like them.

[@Cuil]

oh HECK yeah i've got my potion of Trembling Focus ready to sip while I watch this!! (coffee, it's coffee) Edit: almost an hour in and I realized the recipe for a restore fatigue potion is... a breakfast sandwich? Egg, meat, and some leafy greens between two slices of bread? Delicious.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m drinking trama root tea as we speak! Regular tea. It’s regular tea. Lol

[@gothculinarian]

Commenting for the algorithm but also extremely good concept for a series I've been so hype for this

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you so much! I'm glad to have you.

[@cavnz9690]

another banger vid to fall asleep to

[@Sulticune]

This is the way!

[@itszhu]

Criminally underrated channel, love your videos.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you so much! It means a lot to me that you all appreciate the effort.

[@carsonisaboss]

I have been looking forward to this video for so long now and to my surprise it was released today! Thank you so much, I look forward to future parts AND future videos. Keep up the amazing work. I am sure some people will say “how do you not have X subscriber” well everyone starts somewhere and you my friend have started on the right foot. Thank you for the content!!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I will keep this up man, thank you for coming along 💪

[@Verurteiler]

Amazing film! Thank you so much for all the effort - I am sure you will soon reach the audience you deserve!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

You’re welcome and thank you! Part two will probably be after January 1st, but I’m workin’ on it!

[@MrStevoslayer]

Dude, this deserves more traction

[@Stellarix1]

Ah sweet another deep dive video, the last one was absolutely great. Keep it up dude. This rocks.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you enjoy them! Plenty more to come.

[@sshade1479]

so excited for this, just finished the dungeons vid (-:

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Awesome! I hope you enjoy. I had a lot of fun making it.

[@stealthyevie]

I love listening to your vids to sleep and your potion making was some nice ASMR 😌

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you like them 💙

[@povilzem]

Sadrith Mora... Wolverine Hall... Imperial shrine... Aunius Autrus... Ash yams... Bloat... CHIM

[@Warlord1o4]

Yooo! I was looking forward to this upload. Your other video talking about the dungeons of elder scolls was awesome so this one should be awesome too.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you think so! Lemme know if you like this one!

[@batialite5080]

So happy to see part one! I love listening to these videos- its like listening to an actual researcher in Tamriel. I also love the opening bit where you 'mixed' your own potion!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you liked it! The potion bit was really fun. And if you felt swindled since I didn’t drink the real mix… just wait for part 3 haha

[@novuswojtek9346]

I was just about to go to bed, cheers mate

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I hope you enjoy!

[@theonlybilge]

5:12 I have paused the video and will now predict what he does: he spits it out and goes "HUUEEEGGHHH!" followed by rushing out of the room to rinse his mouth out.

[@theonlybilge]

I don't believe that it was in any way "delicious".

[@MaosTL]

Great video, you’ve got a distinct voice that’s easy to listen to and your research and insight is never lacking. Can’t wait for the next part!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you think so! There’s always a worry that Im doing too much here, not enough there, etc. so comments like this really help me feel better. Thank you! Glad to have you along.

[@garybutcher4585]

😌 great start to the weekend

[@erikl530]

Excellent video, just as the dungeons one. The pacing is just phenomenal in these, and the addition of real-life facts and the in-characrer narration is just 👌 I truly hope this series goes viral too, simply because it deserves to, but either way us subscribers can still enjoy this masterpiece. Looking forward to the next one, just don't burn yourself out.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you for the kind words! I worked really hard and it means a lot that everyone appreciates it. I was really iffy on the narration because I didn’t know if people would like it, or if it would sound snarky. Haha. It was fun though! I am taking about a week off of editing to get other things done, but then I’ll be back to it.

[@Rickardo9828]

I really enjoyed this, I just adore the delightful little tidbits about the world that you've sprinkled in, I'm certainly looking forward to seeing the next two parts, but don't strain yourself making them, the best art is made when you're enjoying it ^^

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m very glad you liked it! The other parts will come in due time, but I’m certainly allowing myself a bit of rest because of holiday logistics and one of my pet’s vet schedules. Thanks for watching!

[@TheSuperRatt]

I think it's a bit humorous that traditional Alchemy never could have transmuted base metals into gold. However, modern physics gives us the knowledge that it can actually be done! It's just not worthwhile to do so.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

It is really funny! Very cool to know that it is possible, even if just for science’s sake.

[@elchavoguero]

Love that mushroom hoodie

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thanks!

[@JovanDacic]

Bro has my Journeyman's Mortar and Pestle I got from the health food store. Perfect mix of ASMR and home labware and lore.

[@ye4thorn]

Considering that Skyrim has a similar exploit even after removing the Attribute, I have doubts that there is 1. the will to fix it and 2. the ability.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Y’know, you could be right.

[@halfhero]

Incredible video, cant believe part on is this long!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you so much! Two more on the way :)

[@CorvoFG]

Fell asleep first time round. Here we are for a second listen.

[@pilot3605]

I stacked fortify intelligence like crazy. In my illuminated state, I subscribed

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I am honored haha now make some telekinesis potions and help me make the next one lol

[@logangustavson]

Watched it all. Very engaging. Subbed!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for joining. There’s plenty to come.

[@HalfPersianMan]

Hey mate, came to your chanel by chance, and became a permanent member! I really love your sense of humor and scientific knowledge. Reminds me of "Imperial Knowledge" and "LeftOverPat" chanels. Keep it up, mate! Best wishes.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you so much! It’s an honor to be compared to those channels. I’ll continue to work in this niche and see where it leads!

[@ciaranbyrne6255]

Was actually a great move making this series multiple parts, id have loved one long video but the youtube gods prefer shorter stuff sadly

[@OnyxLeviathan]

No worries! I will be uploading the third volume (final) in the full video. So there will be a 3.5 hr or so video in the near future!

[@battlemageblitz82]

Jolly good show! ❤

[@ciaranbyrne6255]

Just started this video i already know its going to be a banger, side note im going to need that shroom top you were wearing please!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’m glad you liked it! As for the hoodie, I got it from a “metaphysical” store. They sell all sorts of cool knickknacks and stuff. Luckily they also had mushroom themed sections.

[@ciaranbyrne6255]

@OnyxLeviathan oh shit, you legend thank you so much I gotta check it out! Loved the video btw stellar work, can't wait for the rest!

[@justelliot4870]

4:00 do you forage?? That's cool as hell

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I do! Mostly bits and pieces here and there, but I worked at a habitat property for my alma mater that was host to many different species. I also grow them myself! Currently trying to upgrade my operation so I can sell them at the farmers markets.

[@HalfPersianMan]

​@@OnyxLeviathan very interesting!!!

[@pisscvre69]

ever had acorn? only thing ive ever foraged, wanna make sure they dont have the cap, they arent green still and have even coloration, no cracks, then you open them with a nut cracker and boil them 7 times changing the water, be sure to remove anything that looks wrong and check for bugs first, alternatively soak them for 7 days changing the water twice a day, the result isnt very strong in flavor, a little nutty and mappley but theres just so many it makes it pretty easy and less intimidating than mushrooms and such

[@bagelmanman2937]

Hey this video is awesome! I really love it, one thing you should know though is that it’s pronounced tree-tis, not tree-ties, and plural is pronounced tree-tiss-sees

[@OnyxLeviathan]

So I’ve been told 😅 will fix in the future. Never heard it read aloud! Thank you for watching!

[@hellbentcentaur]

Another excellent video

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thanks :)

[@hellbentcentaur]

@@OnyxLeviathan this video distracted me from your previous elder scrolls video which I was thoroughly enjoying, I need to go back and finish that one

[@xappy9977]

Glad I decided to subscribe

[@jb_types_stuff]

Lots of mushroom info, i wonder how often you use cubes

[@OnyxLeviathan]

🤫

[@jb_types_stuff]

@OnyxLeviathan the fact you know what cubes is short for...

[@eusocialite]

9:56 I see you, hidden bottle of skooma 🔍

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I didn’t even notice that!!

[@ContentKoan]

Bro came back with another graduate paper. Epic.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Still waiting to hear back from the journal for publication… Lol thanks for the support man

[@foca7550]

I mean as you said, technically alchemy is the practice of transmitting metals into gold but I digress as the video game definition is much cooler. Although irl Catholic necromancy (yes necromancy originated with the Catholic Church, and refers to the summoning and binding of demons not raising the dead) is much cooler than video game necromancy. Did you know that an exorcism is a magic spell and a form of necromancy actually?

[@OnyxLeviathan]

You know, I had never heard that exorcisms were considered necromancy! Also, fully agree that the elder scrolls definition is wayyyy cooler

[@HadoukenHero]

How the hell is the the first part mate, I wasn't expecting this!

[@OnyxLeviathan]

😅 I really love alchemy in the elder scrolls haha there are definitely two more parts on the way. I hope you liked it!

[@TheJacklikesvideos]

some effects synergize very well together. what are some of your favorite recipes?

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Absolutely! My favorites are levitation, light, things that assist me without harming anyone else. I typically play characters averse to things like heavy destruction use or (in most cases) conjuration (since it may be calling spirits who wish to rest, yadda yadda). I just love to get in character. I tend to also avoid the exploit, but I do make lots and lots of health and strength restoration from saltrice mixes and stoneflower mixes.

[@vasilisablud]

Underrated

[@DudeWerewolf]

By the Nine Divines, thank you algorithm 🙏

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I hope you enjoyed! More to come.

[@it2spooky4me79]

Oh yeah, I'm binging this.....

[@Amknownas_743great_explainer]

Blugh*.... Delicious.. mhm. Ill take your word for it, professor.

[@tizza963]

Liked and subbed 👍🏿

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thanks a ton! Glad to have you along!

[@brendanchild1653]

Here's to hoping this vid gets some traction

[@addzoio]

damn its been years since ive been this early

[@Theismisacrime]

We feasting boys

[@deathsheadhawkmoth1]

The king of softspoken youtube just dropped. Boys, we're relaxing good tonight.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Unintentional ASMR lol thank you for the kind words

[@dr.bright2446]

Very good

[@brettgreen5044]

6:27 Quicksaving....

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I actually looked down like I was sad lol he was a jerk!

[@zimattack9994]

Salmon roe and tundra cotton makes one hell of a fort magika will give more magika then aarch mage but last like 5 sec

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Oh yeah, and roe is part of the most expensive possible potion too

[@Whidmarke]

Never seen someone include Redguard footage.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I was really intrigued with the game! I never knew it had an alchemy/sublimation feature. Now I’ve gotten interested enough to potentially play through the whole game!

[@nickoliekeyov746]

Yessssss!!!!

[@Merhaba124]

Oh, treatise is pronounced "tree-tus", not "tree-ties" as it appears to be spelled

[@OnyxLeviathan]

I’d never heard it aloud 🙃

[@iAmSammyJ]

yesssss

[@DrewIbarra714]

Name every bug🪲

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Scrib, kwama forager, kwama worker, kwama warrior, kwama queen, shalk, nix hound, silt strider

[@evangaylor]

support comment

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you 🫡

[@PeterGriffin-u6l]

Love your content!!! Thank you I watch then listen to them multiple times.

[@OnyxLeviathan]

Thank you so much! I really, really appreciate that. I hope this one lives up to the rest haha