Skyrim Item Codes: The Complete 2026 Database for Console Commands & Cheats

Skyrim’s console commands offer an unmatched level of control over the game. Whether players need to recover a lost item, test a specific build without grinding for hours, or spawn gear for roleplay purposes, item codes are the fastest route to exactly what they need. More than a decade after its initial release, Skyrim remains one of the most moddable and customizable RPGs available, and console commands are a core part of that legacy.

This guide compiles the most commonly used item codes for weapons, armor, crafting materials, potions, and unique artifacts across the base game and all DLC. It also covers how to use these codes correctly, troubleshoot common errors, and avoid breaking quest progression or save files. For PC players, this is essential knowledge. For console players, there are workarounds worth knowing about too.

What Are Skyrim Item Codes and How Do They Work?

Item codes in Skyrim are unique eight-digit hexadecimal identifiers assigned to every object, NPC, spell, and entity in the game. These codes allow players to spawn items directly into their inventory or the game world using the console command interface.

Each item has a Base ID, which is the core identifier shared across all instances of that item. For example, every iron sword in the game shares the same Base ID: 00012EB7. When players use commands like player.additem, they’re referencing this Base ID to spawn a fresh copy of the item.

Item codes work by interacting with the game’s internal database. When a command is entered, the engine searches for the matching ID and executes the requested action, whether that’s adding an item to inventory, removing it, or placing it at specific coordinates. These commands bypass normal gameplay restrictions, which is why they’re disabled on consoles by default.

Understanding Base IDs vs. Reference IDs

Base IDs and Reference IDs serve different purposes, and confusing them is one of the most common mistakes.

Base IDs are universal. They represent the item type itself. Using player.additem 00012EB7 1 will always spawn an iron sword, no matter where the player is or what’s happening in the game.

Reference IDs, on the other hand, are unique to specific instances of objects already placed in the world. If there’s a specific iron sword sitting on a table in Whiterun, that particular sword has its own Reference ID. These are used with commands like moveto or disable to manipulate objects already in the game world, not to create new ones.

For most players looking to add items to their inventory, Base IDs are what matter. Reference IDs come into play when troubleshooting stuck quests or repositioning NPCs.

How to Open the Console Command Window

PC Players: Accessing the Console

On PC, opening the console is straightforward. Press the tilde key (~), located just below the Escape key on most QWERTY keyboards. This will pause the game and bring up a dark gray text input box at the bottom of the screen.

For non-US keyboard layouts, the key may differ. UK keyboards often require the grave accent key (`) or @. German keyboards might use ^ or °. If the standard key doesn’t work, check the keyboard layout settings or try common alternatives.

Once open, players can type commands directly. The console supports scrolling through previous commands using the up and down arrow keys, which is useful for repeating or tweaking entries without retyping everything.

To close the console, press the tilde key again. The game will unpause and resume from where it left off.

Console Workarounds and Limitations

Skyrim on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch does not include native console command access. Bethesda disabled this feature to prevent trophy/achievement manipulation and maintain platform stability.

But, some workarounds exist. On **Xbox Series X

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S and Xbox One**, players can use mods that replicate console command functionality. The Cheat Room mod, available through Bethesda.net, provides a customizable space filled with chests containing nearly every item in the game, plus spell tomes that mimic common console commands. It’s not as precise as typing codes, but it’s the closest console players can get without external tools.

On PlayStation, mod restrictions are stricter due to Sony’s policies on external assets, but the Cheat Room mod is still available with limited features. Nintendo Switch has no official mod support, so console commands remain inaccessible.

PC players using the Steam version, GOG version, or any other PC platform have full unrestricted access to all console commands.

Essential Item Code Commands You Need to Know

Using the Player.AddItem Command

The player.additem command is the most frequently used tool for spawning items. The syntax is simple:

player.additem [Item Code] [Quantity]

For example, to add 10 iron ingots (Base ID 0005ACE4), the command would be:

player.additem 0005ACE4 10

The item appears instantly in the player’s inventory. There’s no animation, no pickup prompt, it just materializes. This is the cleanest method for adding consumables, crafting materials, and standard gear.

Some items, particularly quest items or unique artifacts, may not function correctly if added via console. The game might flag them as “stolen,” or they may not trigger quest updates. For most gear and materials, though, this command works flawlessly.

If the item has a space in its name or special characters, the Base ID still works the same way. Players don’t need to type item names, just the eight-digit code.

Spawning Items in the World with PlaceAtMe

The player.placeatme command spawns an item or NPC directly in front of the player character. The syntax is:

player.placeatme [Item Code] [Quantity]

For example, spawning three Dremora Lords (Base ID 00029099) would look like:

player.placeatme 00029099 3

This command is useful for testing combat scenarios, populating player homes, or creating specific setups for screenshots. But, it has downsides. Spawned NPCs may not have proper AI packages, and spawned items can clutter the game world permanently if not cleaned up.

Unlike additem, which is safe and reversible, placeatme can cause save bloat if overused. Spawning hundreds of objects can degrade performance over time. Use it sparingly, especially for NPCs.

Weapons Item Codes: Legendary Arms at Your Fingertips

One-Handed Weapons

Iron Dagger: 0001397E
Steel Sword: 00012EB7
Elven Sword: 000139B6
Glass Sword: 000139B4
Ebony Sword: 000139B2
Daedric Sword: 000139B0
Dragonbone Sword (Dawnguard): 02014FCE
Blade of Woe: 0009CCDC
Mehrunes’ Razor: 000240D2
Chillrend (Leveled): 000F71DD (Level 46+)
Windshear: 000F6D2B

One-handed weapons dominate Skyrim’s meta due to their versatility. Dual-wielding builds benefit from high DPS output, while sword-and-board tanks can pair them with shields for survivability. Many players use Game Rant’s weapon tier lists to optimize loadouts before spawning endgame gear.

Chillrend scales with player level, so spawning it early won’t grant the best version. For the strongest stats, use the Level 46+ variant.

Two-Handed Weapons

Iron Greatsword: 0001359D
Steel Battleaxe: 00013980
Orcish Warhammer: 000139A8
Ebony Greatsword: 000139B5
Daedric Greatsword: 000139B6
Dragonbone Greatsword (Dawnguard): 02014FCB
Volendrung: 000233E3
Wuuthrad: 000956B5
Longhammer: 000AE086
The Woodsman’s Friend: 000BB444

Two-handed weapons hit harder per swing but sacrifice attack speed. Power attack builds with perks like Great Critical Charge can one-shot most enemies with the right setup.

Volendrung is one of the best Daedric artifacts for stamina-based builds, absorbing 50 stamina per hit. Wuuthrad deals bonus damage to elves, making it a thematic choice for Stormcloak-aligned characters.

Bows and Arrows

Long Bow: 0001397D
Hunting Bow: 00013984
Ebony Bow: 000139B3
Daedric Bow: 000139B1
Dragonbone Bow (Dawnguard): 02014FD0
Auriel’s Bow (Dawnguard): 0200F1A1
Zephyr: 00057631
Nightingale Bow (Leveled): 000F652C (Level 46+)

Iron Arrow: 0001397F
Ebony Arrow: 000139BF
Daedric Arrow: 000139C0
Dragonbone Arrow (Dawnguard): 0200FF03
Sunhallowed Elven Arrow (Dawnguard): 0200E020

Archery builds rely on high base damage and enchantments. Zephyr is the fastest bow in the game, firing 30% faster than any other. It’s a hidden gem found during the quest Lost to the Ages.

Auriel’s Bow paired with Sunhallowed Elven Arrows can trigger a sunburst effect that deals area-of-effect damage to undead. It’s essential for vampire-hunting builds.

Armor and Apparel Item Codes: Complete Protection Sets

Heavy Armor Sets

Iron Armor:

• Helmet: 00012E4D
• Cuirass: 00012E49
• Gauntlets: 00012E4B
• Boots: 00012E4A

Steel Armor:

• Helmet: 00013952
• Cuirass: 00013957
• Gauntlets: 00013958
• Boots: 00013956

Daedric Armor:

• Helmet: 0001396B
• Cuirass: 0001396A
• Gauntlets: 0001396C
• Boots: 0001396D
• Shield: 0001396E

Dragonplate Armor:

• Helmet: 00013969
• Cuirass: 00013966
• Gauntlets: 00013967
• Boots: 00013965

Heavy armor users prioritize defense over mobility. Daedric and Dragonplate sets offer the highest base armor rating in the game, making them ideal for tanky builds that can reach the armor cap (567 displayed armor) with perks and enchantments.

Light Armor Sets

Leather Armor:

• Helmet: 000DB5AD
• Cuirass: 0003619E
• Gauntlets: 000DB5B3
• Boots: 000DB5B2

Elven Armor:

• Helmet: 00013938
• Cuirass: 00013939
• Gauntlets: 0001393B
• Boots: 0001393A

Glass Armor:

• Helmet: 0001393D
• Cuirass: 0001393E
• Gauntlets: 00013940
• Boots: 0001393F

Dragonscale Armor:

• Helmet: 00013930
• Cuirass: 00013931
• Gauntlets: 00013933
• Boots: 00013932

Light armor is the go-to for stealth archers and spellswords. Glass and Dragonscale sets provide excellent protection while maintaining the mobility bonuses from perks like Wind Walker. Players looking to enhance their gear further often explore options available through custom armor modifications.

Unique and Enchanted Armor

Nightingale Armor (Leveled):

• Armor: 000F6F03 (Level 32+)
• Gloves: 000F6F02
• Boots: 000F6F01
• Hood: 000F6F00

Ebony Mail: 00052794
Savior’s Hide: 0002AC61
Ancient Shrouded Armor: 000DB85A
Dawnguard Heavy Armor (Dawnguard):

• Helmet: 0200E950
• Cuirass: 0200C814

The Nightingale Armor set is one of the most popular light armor choices, offering Stamina regeneration, Frost Resistance, and other situational buffs depending on level. Ebony Mail poisons nearby enemies automatically, making it deadly in close-quarters combat.

Crafting Materials and Ores: Resource Item Codes

Iron Ore: 0005ACE5
Iron Ingot: 0005ACE4
Corundum Ore: 0005ACE3
Corundum Ingot: 0005AD93
Steel Ingot: 0005ACE5
Gold Ore: 0005ACCA
Gold Ingot: 0005AD9E
Silver Ore: 0005ACE6
Silver Ingot: 0005ACE3
Ebony Ore: 0005AD9D
Ebony Ingot: 0005AD9F
Quicksilver Ore: 0005ADA0
Quicksilver Ingot: 0005ADA1
Orichalcum Ore: 0005AD9B
Orichalcum Ingot: 0005AD99
Malachite Ore: 0005ADA3
Refined Malachite: 0005ADA4
Moonstone Ore: 0005ADA5
Refined Moonstone: 0005ADA6
Dragon Bone: 0003619D
Dragon Scales: 0003619E

Leather: 000DB5D2
Leather Strips: 000800E4
Firewood: 0006F993

Crafting materials are essential for smithing, especially for players who want to temper gear to Legendary quality. Spawning ingots instead of mining ores saves time, though some players prefer the immersion of gathering resources manually.

Dragon Bones and Dragon Scales are required for Dragonbone and Dragonscale armor, introduced in the Dawnguard DLC. These materials only drop from dragons, so spawning them can speed up the grind significantly.

Potions, Ingredients, and Alchemy Item Codes

Minor Healing Potion: 00039BE5
Potion of Healing: 00039BE7
Potion of Plentiful Healing: 0003EAEF
Potion of Vigorous Healing: 0003EAFD
Potion of Ultimate Healing: 0003EB15

Minor Magicka Potion: 000398E9
Potion of Magicka: 000398ED
Potion of Plentiful Magicka: 0003EAEE
Potion of Extreme Magicka: 0003EB04

Minor Stamina Potion: 000398AB
Potion of Stamina: 000398AF
Potion of Plentiful Stamina: 0003EAEC
Potion of Extreme Stamina: 0003EB00

Ingredients:
Blue Mountain Flower: 0002F44D
Wheat: 0005ACE7
Glowing Mushroom: 0007E8C2
Giant’s Toe: 0003AD60
Crimson Nirnroot: 00059B86
Nightshade: 0002F44E
Deathbell: 0002F44A
Jarrin Root: 000DB0BA

Alchemy is one of Skyrim’s most exploitable systems. Combining Blue Mountain Flower + Wheat creates cheap Restore Health potions, while Giant’s Toe + Wheat + Creep Cluster yields some of the most valuable potions in the game for leveling.

Jarrin Root is a unique ingredient with the highest Damage Health value in the game. It’s only available during the Dark Brotherhood questline, but spawning it allows for overpowered poisons.

Community resources on Twinfinite often break down the most efficient alchemy loops for power-leveling, which pairs well with unlimited ingredients via console commands.

Soul Gems and Enchanting Materials

Petty Soul Gem: 0002E4F4 (Empty)
Filled Petty Soul Gem: 0002E4FB

Lesser Soul Gem: 0002E4F5 (Empty)
Filled Lesser Soul Gem: 0002E4FC

Common Soul Gem: 0002E4F6 (Empty)
Filled Common Soul Gem: 0002E4FD

Greater Soul Gem: 0002E4F7 (Empty)
Filled Greater Soul Gem: 0002E4FE

Grand Soul Gem: 0002E4F8 (Empty)
Filled Grand Soul Gem: 0002E4FF

Black Soul Gem: 0002E4F9 (Empty)
Filled Black Soul Gem: 0002E500

Azura’s Star: 00063B27
The Black Star: 00063B29

Soul gems are the backbone of enchanting. Grand Soul Gems hold the most powerful souls, granting the strongest enchantments. Black Soul Gems are unique in that they can trap humanoid souls, which are always Grand-level.

Azura’s Star and The Black Star are reusable soul gems obtained from the quest The Black Star. The Black Star is generally preferred because humanoid enemies are more common than creatures with Grand souls.

Spawning filled Grand Soul Gems allows players to max out enchanting quickly without hunting mammoths or giants. It’s one of the cleanest ways to bypass the grind.

Quest Items and Unique Artifacts

Daedric Artifacts

Azura’s Star: 00063B27
Dawnbreaker: 0004E4EE
Ebony Blade: 0004A38F
Ebony Mail: 00052794
Mace of Molag Bal: 000233E4
Mehrunes’ Razor: 000240D2
Oghma Infinium: 0001A332
Ring of Namira: 0002C37B
Sanguine Rose: 000233E2
Savior’s Hide: 0002AC61
Skull of Corruption: 000232A3
Spellbreaker: 00045F96
Volendrung: 000233E3
Wabbajack: 000233E1

Daedric artifacts are some of the most iconic items in Skyrim. Dawnbreaker is essential for undead-heavy dungeons, exploding targets on kill. Wabbajack is pure chaos, randomly transforming enemies into chickens, sweetrolls, or Dremora Lords.

Oghma Infinium is a skill book that grants +5 levels to six skills. It can only be used once per character, but spawning multiple copies allows players to level indefinitely (though this is widely considered game-breaking).

Dragon Priest Masks

Krosis: 00061CA5
Morokei: 00061C8B
Nahkriin: 00061CB9
Otar: 00061CAB
Rahgot: 00061CC2
Vokun: 00061CC9
Volsung: 00061CC1
Hevnoraak: 00061CC0
Konahrik: 00061CB8

Dragon Priest Masks are endgame-tier helmets with powerful enchantments. Morokei grants 100% Magicka regeneration, making it essential for pure mage builds. Konahrik is the secret mask obtained by collecting the other eight, with a chance to heal the wearer and summon a Dragon Priest to fight for them.

These masks are scattered across Skyrim’s dragon lairs and dungeons. Spawning them skips the boss fights, but some players prefer earning them through combat. Players invested in lore and exploration often combine this with detailed searches for hidden game secrets.

DLC Item Codes: Dawnguard, Dragonborn, and Hearthfire

Dawnguard Exclusive Items

Auriel’s Bow: 0200F1A1
Auriel’s Shield: 0200E000
Dawnguard Rune Axe: 020098A0
Dawnguard Rune Hammer: 02007CF8
Harkon’s Sword: 0200E9C3
Bloodcursed Elven Arrow: 0200E02B
Sunhallowed Elven Arrow: 0200E020
Dragonbone Sword: 02014FCE
Dragonbone Greatsword: 02014FCB
Dragonbone Bow: 02014FD0

Dawnguard introduced some of the best ranged and melee options in the game. Auriel’s Bow is the centerpiece of the DLC, capable of blocking out the sun or creating sunbursts depending on arrow type.

Harkon’s Sword absorbs Health, Magicka, and Stamina simultaneously, making it a top-tier one-handed weapon for hybrid builds. Dragonbone weapons surpass Daedric in base damage, though they require Dragon Bones and scales to craft normally.

DLC item codes begin with 02, 03, or 04 depending on load order. If Dawnguard isn’t the first DLC loaded, the prefix may differ. Players should verify their load order in the Data Files menu or use a mod manager like LOOT to confirm.

Dragonborn Unique Gear

Bloodskal Blade: 02017713
Miraak’s Sword: 0201A578
Miraak’s Staff: 0201A578
Miraak’s Robes: 0201A578
Miraak’s Mask: 0201A578
Deathbrand Armor: 02026232
Deathbrand Gauntlets: 02026233
Deathbrand Boots: 02026234
Deathbrand Helm: 02026235
Ahzidal’s Ring of Arcana: 02024E3C
Ahzidal’s Ring of Necromancy: 02024E3D

Bloodskal Blade fires energy blasts with power attacks, dealing ranged damage without consuming arrows or magicka. It’s one of the few weapons with a built-in projectile effect.

Miraak’s gear provides bonuses to spellcasting and absorbs dragon souls before the player can claim them. It’s thematically perfect for battlemage builds.

Deathbrand Armor is a light armor set with massive bonuses to one-handed damage and stamina when the full set is worn. It’s buried in a treasure hunt quest across Solstheim, but console commands make it instantly accessible.

Tips for Using Item Codes Without Breaking Your Game

Console commands are powerful, but misuse can corrupt saves or break quest progression. Here’s how to stay safe.

Save before experimenting. Create a hard save (not a quicksave or autosave) before entering any console commands. If something goes wrong, reload from that point. This is the single most important safety measure.

Avoid spawning quest items prematurely. Items flagged as quest-related can cause scripted events to break. For example, spawning the Elder Scroll (Dragon) before completing the main quest may prevent progression. If a quest requires picking up an item, let the game handle it naturally.

Don’t overuse placeatme. This command doesn’t clean up properly. Spawned objects remain in the game’s save file even after deletion, contributing to save bloat and potential crashes. Use additem instead whenever possible.

Check DLC prefixes. If an item code doesn’t work, verify the DLC load order. Dawnguard items usually start with 02, Hearthfire with 03, and Dragonborn with 04, but this can change. Use the help [item name] 4 command to search for the correct ID.

Use the help command to find items. If a specific item isn’t listed here, typing help [partial name] 4 will return matching Base IDs. For example, help ebony sword 4 will return the code for Ebony Sword.

Disable god mode when testing builds. Spawning endgame gear is fine for testing, but leaving god mode (tgm) active during normal play removes all challenge. Skyrim’s combat is already easy at higher levels: trivializing it further can kill engagement. Some players also experiment with spell mechanics by referencing guides for unique magic systems.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

Issue: Item doesn’t appear in inventory after additem command.
Solution: Double-check the item code for typos. If the code is correct, the item may be DLC-exclusive and require the proper load order prefix. Use the help command to verify.

Issue: Console won’t open.
Solution: Try alternative keys based on keyboard layout (`, @, ^, °). If none work, check if mods are interfering. Some UI overhauls disable console access by default.

Issue: Spawned NPC is hostile or unresponsive.
Solution: NPCs spawned with placeatme often lack AI packages. Use recycleactor while targeting them with the mouse to reset their behavior. If that fails, avoid spawning NPCs and stick to items.

Issue: Game crashes after using console commands.
Solution: Save bloat is the likely cause. Reduce the number of spawned objects, avoid excessive use of placeatme, and run the save cleanup script if using PC mods like ReSaver. Regularly rotate multiple save files instead of overwriting the same one.

Finding Item Codes Not Listed in This Guide

Skyrim has thousands of items, and no single guide can list every Base ID. Fortunately, the in-game help command is a built-in search tool.

The syntax is:

help [search term] [filter]

The filter determines what type of result to display:

• 0 = All
• 1 = Functions
• 2 = Settings
• 3 = Globals
• 4 = Items

For items, use 4. For example, to find the Base ID for a Glass Battleaxe, type:

help "glass battleaxe" 4

The console will return a list of matching results with their Base IDs. If the search term has spaces, use quotation marks.

For partial searches, quotation marks aren’t required:

help glass 4

This will return every item with “glass” in the name, including Glass Armor, Glass Sword, etc. Scroll through the results using Page Up and Page Down.

External databases also exist. The Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages (UESP) and Elder Scrolls Fandom Wiki maintain comprehensive item ID lists. Nexus Mods also hosts community-created tools like TES5Edit, which can extract Base IDs directly from the game’s data files.

For players looking to expand their Skyrim experience beyond vanilla items, resources like the Skyrim Archives provide additional guides and mod recommendations.

Conclusion

Console commands and item codes are core tools for Skyrim players who want full control over their experience. Whether testing builds, recovering lost items, or simply bypassing tedious grinds, these codes offer unmatched flexibility. PC players have unrestricted access, while console players can leverage mods to achieve similar results.

The key is using them responsibly. Save frequently, avoid quest-breaking items, and remember that spawning endgame gear too early can diminish the satisfaction of progression. Used correctly, item codes enhance the game without ruining it.

Skyrim’s modding community continues to thrive in 2026, with new tools and resources appearing regularly. Console commands remain a foundational part of that ecosystem, empowering players to shape their adventures exactly how they want.