The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is a stunning revival of Cyrodiil’s 2006 glory, but some pesky bugs from the original game have snuck into the 2025 remaster. One of the most aggravating hits during the “Battle for Castle Kvatch” quest, where Savlian Matius, Kvatch’s heroic guard captain, gets stuck in the courtyard, endlessly yelling, “Charge the courtyard! Leave none of them standing!” With no quest marker to guide you and Savlian refusing to move, it’s a progress-halting nightmare. Fear not—Gamescore.gg has a quick fix to get you back to saving Tamriel in no time!
What’s the Bug?
The glitch occurs in the “Battle for Castle Kvatch” quest, part of the main story after you close the Oblivion Gate in Kvatch. Once you’ve cleared the courtyard of Daedra and raised the gate for Savlian and his guards, he’s supposed to lead you into the castle to find Count Ormellius Goldwine. Instead, Savlian freezes, repeating his battle cry even though no enemies remain. The green quest marker stays locked on him, leaving you stranded with no clear next step.
This bug stems from the game’s scripting, which fails to recognize the courtyard is clear, trapping Savlian in a loop. It’s a holdover from the original Oblivion, and despite the Unreal Engine 5 overhaul, it’s frustrating players in 2025. Community forums like Reddit’s r/oblivion and Steam discussions are buzzing with complaints, but the workaround is simple and effective.
How to Fix the Savlian Matius Bug
No need to restart or wait for a patch—this workaround lets you bypass Savlian’s glitch by advancing the quest solo. Here’s how to do it:
Step-by-Step Fix
- Head to the Castle Great Hall Solo:
- Ignore Savlian’s shouting and move northwest to the Kvatch Castle Great Hall door, directly ahead of where he’s stuck. Open it and enter alone—Savlian and his guards won’t follow due to the bug.
- Clear the Great Hall:
- Inside, you’ll face Scamps, Flame Atronachs, or other Daedra. Fight through them carefully, as you’re on your own. If it’s tough, lower the difficulty in the settings or use healing potions and spells to stay alive.
- Reach the Count’s Quarters:
- Push straight through the Great Hall, past the throne, and up the stairs. Follow the path around a few corners to the Duke’s Quarters (also called Count’s Quarters) door. Enter it.
- Locate Count Ormellius Goldwine’s Body:
- In the Count’s Quarters, find Goldwine’s body, typically near a bed on the left side. It’s easy to overlook, so search thoroughly. Loot the Colovian Signet Ring from his corpse—this is the key to moving forward.
- Return to Savlian Matius:
- Backtrack to the courtyard where Savlian’s still yelling. Talk to him, and the quest should update. Tell him the Count is dead and give him the Colovian Signet Ring. This breaks his loop, and he’ll reward you with the Kvatch Cuirass (enchanted with +5 Endurance and Strength).
- Resume the Quest:
- With the bug fixed, the quest progresses normally. Savlian may point you to Brother Martin at the Kvatch camp to continue the “Find the Heir” questline.
PC-Only Alternative (Console Command):
If you’re on PC and the ring method fails (e.g., the ring doesn’t trigger the update), use a console command:
- Press ~ (tilde) to open the console.
- Type: set ms49.courtyardkilled to 9 (no quotes) and hit Enter.
- This tells the game the courtyard enemies are cleared, prompting Savlian to proceed. Close the console with ~ and speak to him.
Note: Console commands aren’t available on PS5 or Xbox, so console players must use the ring method. Commands might disable achievements, so save beforehand.
Tips to Prevent or Handle the Bug
- Double-Check for Enemies: Before talking to Savlian, scour the courtyard and nearby areas (like gatehouse walls) for lingering Daedra. The bug often triggers if the game thinks enemies are alive.
- Save Before the Courtyard: Create a manual save before entering the courtyard. If the bug hits, you can reload without losing progress. Auto-saves can overwrite, as some Steam users have noted.
- Try Fast-Traveling: If Savlian stays bugged after getting the ring, fast-travel to the Kvatch camp and talk to Brother Martin. This can sometimes kick the quest forward.
- Ease Solo Combat: The Great Hall enemies are rough without Savlian. Temporarily lower the difficulty, then raise it back after.
- Report to Bethesda: Log the bug on Bethesda’s support page or Steam forums. A patch could be coming, though nothing’s confirmed as of April 28, 2025.
Why This Bug Stings (But Won’t Ruin Your Game)
The Savlian Matius bug is a buzzkill because it strikes early in the main quest, just as you’re falling in love with Oblivion Remastered’s lush visuals and epic vibe. Community threads on Reddit and Steam call it a “sloppy oversight” for a remaster, especially in a critical story moment. That said, the fix takes just 5–10 minutes, and once you’re past it, the Kvatch questline unfolds smoothly, leading to some of Oblivion’s best moments.
The bug’s presence nods to Oblivion’s quirky roots—jank is part of its charm, as fans on forums point out. It’s annoying but doesn’t overshadow the remaster’s polished combat, 4K visuals, and sprawling world.
Keep Conquering Cyrodiil
Don’t let Savlian Matius’ courtyard tantrum derail your Oblivion Remastered journey. Snag the Colovian Signet Ring, hand it over, and you’ll be back to slaying Daedra and exploring Tamriel in no time. PC players have the console command as a fallback. This glitch is a minor bump in a remaster that’s otherwise a nostalgic masterpiece.
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