Anvil ( Oblivion ) Anvil is a port city and the political capital of County Anvil . It is the westernmost city in Cyrodiil , located along the Abecean Sea . The Great Chapel of Dibella , where followers of the Nine Divines seek her blessing , dominates its skyline . Anvil is home to guildhalls for the Mages Guild as well as the Fighters Guild . In the northeast portion of Anvil lies the statue of the Selkie of West Ferry , who is said to guide sailors along the Gold Coast . Castle Anvil , home of Countess Millona Umbranox , lies on a small island just to the south of the city . Anvil and Skingrad are the only two cities in Cyrodiil in which the castle lies outside of the walls . Another landmark in Anvil is the Benirus Manor , one of the largest houses in Cyrodiil . Anvil has built up a very active trade industry ( both legal and otherwise ) , and much of the town caters directly to sailors . Also , many Nords inhabit Anvil because , according to Sten the Ugly , they are " sick of freezing their asses off in Skyrim . " Anvil is one of the smaller cities in Cyrodiil , with a small residential area and few shops . While the dockside population is usually a varied mix of races , Khajiit and Argonians are rarely seen ( with the notable exception of famous author Quill - Weave ) within the city proper . The architecture is comprised of large stone buildings with decorative facades and multiple stories ; the image is only slightly marred by a few rundown wooden structures . Outside on the docks , the harbor buildings are much less decorative , clearly emphasizing function over form . The city is ruled by Countess Millona Umbranox , who has been the sole ruler since the mysterious disappearance of her husband , Count Corvus Umbranox , years earlier . The Umbranox family has always ruled Anvil , dating back to Fasil Umbranox and his defeat of an infamous smuggling ring outside of Anvil Harbor . The Countess herself is well - liked , with many residents expressing their belief that leaving her to rule was the best thing her husband could ever do . Description . The seat of County Anvil is by the sea and has quite a diverse population , including several Elves , but also boasts a large population of Nords and Redguards , two traditionally sea - going peoples . Castle Anvil is clean and well - ordered , and within the town walls , some houses are bright and cheerful , but others are derelict and abandoned , or shabby and neglected , with plaster fallen in patches from the stonework . The city is ruled by Countess Millona Umbranox , whose husband , the Count , went missing some time ago . Shops , inns , and guilds . Anvil is home to both a Fighters Guild hall and a Mages Guild hall , where guild members can find rest and training . In addition , travelers will find two taverns : Shopping in Anvil is somewhat limited compared to many other cities . There are only two shops in business at the present time : Count and Countess . The ruler of Anvil is Countess Millona Umbranox . Her husband , Corvus Umbranox , disappeared many years ago , and most of Anvil ( and Cyrodiil ) think that this was for the best since he was regarded as a loose and frivolous person . The Countess herself does not really share this view and misses her husband dearly , but is an excellent ruler and well - loved by her people . If the Thieves Guild questline is completed , the Grey Fox will resume his previous identity of Corvus and rule alongside his wife . This will be noticed and commented on , but most people are indifferent . Districts of Anvil . Castle Anvil lies outside the town walls , South of the town , overlooking the harbor , and is reached by gate from Chapelgate . Within the town wall there are three districts : Chapelgate in the East , Westgate in the West , and Guildgate between Chapelgate and Westgate . Harborside lies outside the town walls , south of the town , and is reached by gate from Westgate District . Layout . Castle Anvil lies outside the town walls , south of the town , overlooking the harbor , and is reached by gate from Chapelgate . Within the town wall there are three districts : Chapelgate in the east , Westgate in the west , and Guildgate between Chapelgate and Westgate . Harborside lies outside the town walls , south of the town , and is reached by gate from Westgate District . Other points of interest . One of the most prominent buildings in Anvil is the large Chapel of Dibella along the eastern road , complemented by two meditation gardens and an arcade . Recently , rumors have begun circulating of attacks on this lovely chapel , and the appearance of a strange preacher in the arcade area , located across the road from the chapel . Near the chapel is Anvil ' s largest private home , the spacious Benirus Manor , which has been for sale by owner ( and apparently not lived in ) for quite some time . It is currently inhabited by spirits ( can be fixed by doing the quest " Where Spirits Have Lease , " from Velwyn Benirus , in the Imperial City ) . A second abandoned house , significantly less well - kept , is tucked away behind the Fighter ' s Guild hall . Dockside . The Anvil Harbor is one of the major access ports to the Abecean Sea , and frequently hosts sailing vessels . As such , the docks house a number of buildings that support the sea - bound shipping industry . The harbor boats can be rented by the Hero . Off to the southeast of the harbor , on a large hill jutting out from the harbor , sits Castle Anvil itself . A small cove , The Lady Stone is on the western cliff near the harbor , overlooking the sea . Chapelgate . This is dominated by the large and imposing Chapel of Dibella . A quiet garden for meditation with a fine statue of Dibella lies between the chapel and the town wall , and across from the chapel is a lovely garden and covered arcade where worshippers are protected from the elements . A cobbled road leads to the gate itself . Guildgate . The most prosperous part of Anvil is entered by Guildgate , or Main Gate , or North Gate . The chapterhouses for the Mages and Fighters Guilds are located side - by - side here , with Morvayn ' s Peacemakers being located to the right immediately upon entering . The Anvil Mages Guild specialises in Restoration magic ( with Trainers in Alchemy , Illusion and Destruction ) and is led by Carahil , who is both an excellent leader and outspoken opponent of Necromancy and other black magics . The Anvil Fighters Guild is led by Azzan and offers Basic and Advanced Trainers in Blade , Block , Blunt and Hand - to - Hand . Westgate . This is the residential district of Anvil . The houses here are modest two - story semi - detached dwellings and unassuming . One notable resident is the Argonian author Quill - Weave . Harborside . The dock buildings are mostly built for function and aren ' t as picturesque as the rest of the town . The general store , Lelles ' Quality Mercandise , is located here with its infamously misspelled sign . Mirabelle Monet runs a boarding house which caters solely to sailors . Two ships are currently moored here , both with interesting and slightly disturbing secrets ; " The Serpent ' s Wake " and " The Sea Tub Clarabella " . There is a lighthouse south of the harbor which is operated by Ulfgar Fog - Eye , though the cellar hides a dark secret . Characters . As a shipping town , Anvil ' s population constantly changes as sailors come and go . At present , the following citizens are usually found living , or working , in and around Anvil : Quests . The City of Anvil is the start of the following quests : Fighters Guild . Fighters Guild quests in Anvil are given by Azzan :