Canvas the Castle Quest Walkthrough – Oblivion Remastered
Solve the theft mystery in Canvas the Castle, a Chorrol side quest in Oblivion Remastered. Full walkthrough with all clues, suspect details, and both endings explained.
Canvas the Castle – Oblivion Remastered Walkthrough
One of Oblivion Remastered’s more memorable side quests, Canvas the Castle has you playing detective in the town of Chorrol.
When a valuable heirloom painting goes missing, Countess Valga turns to you for help. With multiple suspects and a well-laid trail of clues, this quest is a solid example of why Oblivion remains a fan-favorite RPG.
Let’s break down everything you need to know—from how to start the quest to the different endings and rewards.
🎨 How to Start Canvas the Castle
- Head to Chorrol Castle, on the east side of Chorrol (west of the Imperial City).
- Inside the Great Hall, walk upstairs and talk to Countess Arianna Valga.
- She’ll explain that a painting has been stolen from the castle—one with deep sentimental value.
- Agree to help her, and the quest will begin.
⚠️ Pro tip: Don’t start accusing suspects without proof. It’ll tank their Disposition, making them harder to interrogate.
🕵️♂️ All Suspects (and What They Reveal)
| Name | Role | Location & Clues |
| Laythe Wavrick | Castle Herald | Near the throne. Knows Orgnolf drinks heavily and often asks for money. |
| Chanel | Court Mage | South corner of Private Quarters. Claims she was stargazing, dining, then asleep. |
| Orok gro-Goth | Steward | NE Private Quarters. Saw Orgnolf drinking in West Tower. Didn’t see Chanel. |
| Orgnolf | Castle Porter | Wandering near the throne room. Claims he argued with a delivery boy and stayed in his quarters. |
| Bittneld | Guard Captain | Found in the Barracks (speak in the evening). Says he saw Chanel in the West Tower doing spell research. |
Both Chanel and Orgnolf are linked to the West Tower—the key location in your investigation.
🔍 Evidence Locations
📍 West Tower
- Access it through the SW door in Castle Private Quarters.
- Behind some crates, there’s a Trap Door leading to a hidden chamber.
- Inside: Painting supplies and a work-in-progress painting—a big clue, but not yet proof.
📍 Chanel’s Room
- Check her lectern in her chambers.
- You’ll find painting supplies, linking her directly to the art found in the tower.
📍 Dining Hall
- Just off the throne room.
- Examine the end of the rug under the dining table.
- You’ll see paint stains that suggest Chanel passed through here with supplies.
After collecting all this evidence, the game will notify you that you’re ready to make an accusation.
🧩 Who Did It?
Chanel is the thief.
She took the painting because she secretly loved the Count and wanted to keep the painting for herself. Her motive is emotional—not malicious.
🏁 Endings & Rewards
🔹 Ending 1: Turn in Chanel
Tell Countess Valga the truth.
- Chanel confesses.
- She’s exiled from Chorrol, but not jailed.
- Rewards:
- 200 Gold
- 2x Flawed Topaz
- 200 Gold
🔹 Ending 2: Lie to the Countess
Tell the Countess you couldn’t find the thief.
- She’s relieved the staff is innocent (lol).
- You get 25 Gold for the effort.
- Then talk to Chanel—she’s grateful and says she’ll paint you something.
- After 3 in-game weeks, return to get a portrait of your character as a reward, which you can place in your home.
Canvas the Castle is a classic investigation-style quest that rewards observation and patience. Whether you go the honest route or help Chanel keep her secret, both endings have their own charm and perks.
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