If you're looking to spice up your PvP game, the Oakfather's Retribution Set in The Elder Scrolls Online is seriously worth checking out. This light armor set is a beast for DPS players who want to punish over-buffed enemies with insane damage. Whether you're a Cyrodiil veteran or just stepping into Alliance War madness for the first time, snagging this set can seriously boost your kills — and your bragging rights.
Here’s the full breakdown on what Oakfather's Retribution does, how it works, and how you can score your own pieces fast.
What Is Oakfather’s Retribution?
Oakfather’s Retribution is a light armor DPS set you can snag by diving into PvP action in Cyrodiil. Cyrodiil is the ultimate open-world warzone where players fight for territory, fame, and loot. Smash some keeps, grab some Elder Scrolls, and wreck your enemies — it’s all part of the fun.
This set is flexible too: it covers light armor, jewelry, weapons, and shields. Its biggest strength? It ramps up your Weapon and Spell Damage like crazy and rewards you for hitting enemies loaded with buffs. In short: the more buffs they have, the harder you smack 'em.
Oakfather’s Retribution Set Bonuses (CP 160, Gold Quality)
(2 items): +129 Weapon and Spell Damage
(3 items): +129 Weapon and Spell Damage
(4 items): +129 Weapon and Spell Damage
(5 items): Gain 449 Offensive Penetration for each Major Buff the enemy has, and +20 Weapon and Spell Damage for each Minor Buff.
Translation? If your enemies are stacking buffs like there’s no tomorrow, you’ll shred through them like butter. Perfect counter to today’s buff-heavy PvP builds.
And the best part: no crafting, no DLC needed. It's part of the base game!
How to Enter Cyrodiil and Start Grinding
First things first: you gotta be at least Level 10.
Here’s how to get into the action:
Hit L to open the Alliance War menu.
Go to Campaigns.
Pick one and Queue Up.
When the invite pops, accept and get ready to brawl.
How to Get Pieces of Oakfather’s Retribution Fast
Alright, once you're in Cyrodiil, here’s how to actually grab the gear:
1. Golden Vendor (Adhazabi Aba-daro)
Where: Each alliance base in Cyrodiil (weekends only).
What: Sells special gear for Alliance Points (AP).
Tip: Keep an eye on her stock; Oakfather’s Retribution pops up from time to time.
2. Cropsford Daily Quests
Where: Cropsford, right in the heart of Cyrodiil.
How: Grab daily/repeatable quests from the Quartermaster.
Reward: Chance at Oakfather's Retribution gear when you complete quests.
3. Mission Boards
Where: Main gates of each alliance (Eastern Elsweyr, Southern High Rock, Northern Morrowind).
How: Complete missions like Battle, Bounty, and Warfront quests.
Loot: Random set gear containers — Oakfather’s pieces included!
4. Elite Gear Vendors
Where: Alliance gates in Cyrodiil.
Cost: 20,000 AP per Elite Gear box.
Tip: These boxes can drop random Oakfather’s Retribution items, so stock up!
5. Delves and Dolmens
Where: All across Cyrodiil.
Drops: Waist and Feet pieces from delve bosses; jewelry from Dolmen chests.
Note: Drops aren’t curated — expect some RNG fun!
