The long-awaited Update 49 of The Elder Scrolls Online (TESO) has officially arrived, and with it comes a host of exciting changes designed to enhance the player experience for both newcomers and veterans alike. From a revamped Dragonknight class to new methods for earning and saving gold, this update is packed with features that promise to make your in-game journey even more rewarding.
In this video, Nessaeria provides the best strategies to obtain millions of TESO gold in Update 49 and explores the gold-saving improvements that will leave you with more resources to spend on what matters most.
1. New Furnishings and Furnishing Plans
One of the most lucrative opportunities in Update 49 comes in the form of new furnishing plans. With 55 new furnishing plans introduced, players can capitalize on the high demand for these items, especially during the initial weeks of the update. Here's a breakdown:
• Structural Furnishing Plans: The highlight of this update is the introduction of 34 new structural furnishing plans that can be acquired through the Solstice reward container. These containers are obtainable by completing Solstice World Boss or Delve daily quests. Structural furnishings such as walls, doors, and staircases are highly sought after due to their ability to replicate zone architecture, making them valuable commodities. If you've been stockpiling Solstice reward containers, now is the time to open them.
• Master Furnishing Plans: 7 new master furnishings are now available for purchase from Rolis Hlaalu using Master Writ Vouchers. These furnishings typically command a decent price on Guild Traders, especially in the early days of their release.
• Deadlands, Fargrave, and Night Market Plans: An additional 13 furnishing plans can now be obtained from monsters, containers, and other activities across Tamriel, including the Deadlands and Fargrave zones. The Night Market event launching at the end of April will also offer new items for purchase using your faction favor, some of which are expected to be highly valuable.
2. Dungeon Motifs
The release of the new Crown Crafting Motif, "Voskrona Guadian," offers another excellent way to earn gold. By completing the Naj-Caldeesh on veteran difficulty, players have a chance to obtain style pages that are currently selling for a considerable amount of gold. Similarly, other recently released dungeon motifs remain profitable.
3. Transmute Crystals
Update 49 increases the Transmute Crystal cap from 500 to 1,500 per account (3,000 for ESO Plus members). With this increased capacity, you can now farm Transmute Crystals more efficiently and use them as a source of income. By crafting items with the Nirnhoned trait (once unlocked), you can deconstruct them to earn Transmute Crystals and potentially obtain Nirncrux materials—both of which can be sold for a profit.
4. Stackable Treasure Maps
Treasure maps are no longer unique items and can now be stacked up to 200 in your inventory. This change opens up the potential for earning more gold. Treasure maps from the base game, which used to sell for mere pennies (if they sold at all), may now fetch a more reasonable price due to the chance of acquiring valuable maps like those from Deadlands, High Isle, and Apocrypha.
Gold-Saving Features in Update 49
Earning gold is important, but saving it is equally crucial. Update 49 introduces several changes that will help players keep more gold in their pockets.
1. Reduced Bag and Bank Upgrade Costs
One of the most significant quality-of-life improvements in this update is the reduction of bag and bank upgrade costs by nearly 50%. Inventory space has always been a pain point for players without ESO Plus, so this change makes it more affordable for both new and veteran players to expand their storage capacity.
Additionally, Crown costs for bag and bank upgrades have been reduced to match the new gold prices, making it easier to save Crowns for other purchases.
2. Extended Guild Trader Listing Window
The Guild Trader listing window has been restored to 30 days from its previous 14-day duration. This change not only reduces the frequency with which items need to be relisted but also saves you gold on listing fees. It's a small yet impactful update for those who rely on trading as a primary source of income.
3. Increased Transmute Crystal Cap
As mentioned earlier, the increased Transmute Crystal cap allows you to store more crystals without worrying about inventory space. This change also eliminates the need to hoard Transmutation Geodes, freeing up precious bag space.
4. Free Skill and Attribute Respecs
Gone are the days of paying thousands of gold at Shrines to respec your skills or attributes. With Update 49, you can now make these changes directly in the character menu—for free! This not only saves you gold but also encourages experimentation with different builds and playstyles.
If you have unused respec scrolls from previous purchases or rewards, consider selling them for gold if they are tradable.
Additional Updates Worth Noting
Vampire and Werewolf Accessibility
Update 49 introduces new Shrines where players can begin Vampire or Werewolf quests without needing a bite from another player or waiting for rare NPC spawns. The cost of curing these afflictions has also been reduced significantly. While this change may not directly impact gold-making opportunities, it enhances accessibility and eliminates reliance on player-to-player transactions for these skill lines.
Stackable Survey Maps
Similar to treasure maps, survey maps are now stackable up to 200 per inventory slot. While this doesn't directly generate more gold, it simplifies inventory management and creates potential market opportunities for stackable survey map trading.
Final Thoughts
Update 49 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting updates yet, offering numerous ways for players to make and save gold while improving overall gameplay quality. From capitalizing on new furnishing plans to taking advantage of reduced costs for bag upgrades and skill respecs, there's something for everyone in this update.
For those looking to maximize their profits, focusing on structural furnishing plans sourced from Solstice reward containers will likely be the most lucrative strategy. Don't forget about dungeon motifs, Nirnhoned crafting, and the upcoming Night Market event as additional opportunities to boost your gold reserves.
Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer exploring Tamriel for the first time, Update 49 provides a wealth of possibilities to enhance your experience—and your wallet.
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