Magical College of Winterhold

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A lightly magical, aesthetic overhaul for the College of Winterhold!

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Classic Paintings Compilation for Skyrim interiors
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Magical College of Winterhold - CHS	仅主文件需要本体，其余补丁均可由汉化文件代替使用
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Magical College Of Winterhold - Traduzione Italiana V.6.01
Magical College of Winterhold RUS	(обязательно)
Magical College of Winterhold Spanish Translation
Magical College of Winterhold spolszczenie (polish tranlatiion)
Magical College of Winterhold Trad FR	Mod obligatoire
Magical Staves and Staffs
Magical Staves and Staffs - Traduzione Italiana V.1.1
Misc Apothecary Patches	Apothecary Patch
Sorcerer - Magical College of Winterhold Patch

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Language	Name
Mandarin Author: YHJ	Magical College of Winterhold - CHS
French Author: Sable17 - Trad par pokecraft38	Magical College of Winterhold Trad FR
Spanish Author: celiand	Magical College of Winterhold Espanol
Italian Author: DavideDB93	Magical College Of Winterhold - Traduzione Italiana V.6.01
Polish Author: anathema83	Magical College of Winterhold spolszczenie (polish tranlatiion)
Russian Author: akke777	Magical College of Winterhold RUS
German Author: Hilli1	Magical College of Winterhold by Sable17 - German Translation
Mandarin Author: doferhans	Magical College of Winterhold - Traditional Chinese Translation
Spanish Author: Noeliaka	Magical College of Winterhold Spanish Translation
Portuguese Author: Sable17	Magical College of Winterhold - TRADUCAO PT BR
Russian Author: SatanInMyMind	Magical College of Winterhold (RU)
Spanish Author: Loling91	Magical College of Winterhold Spanish

Changelogs

Version 6.01
- -Quick fix for the magic effect from the Pure Magicka Fonts.
Version 6.0
- -Complete rework of the training golem in the Hall of the Elements. No longer a fake NPC. This should fix a lot of issues he could potentially cause. Downside is that only base-game spells will give XP without a patch. Upside is that he can stay throughout the entire questline, so no more disabling him while the Eye is present.
  Spells that give XP when cast on him:
  ~All projecticle Destruction spells (e.g. Flames, Thunder, Ice Spike, etc.)
  ~All projectile Restoration spells (e.g. Repel Lesser Undead, Turn Undead, etc.)
  ~All projectile Conjuration spells (e.g. Raise Zombie, Soul Trap, etc.)
  ~Paralyze, Ash Shell (Not a lot of targeted Alteration spells in the game sadly. Fortunately this is the easiest school to level really.)
  ~All projectile Illusion spells (e.g. Rally, Fear, Fury, etc)
- -Fonts of Pure Magicka reworked. No longer unlimited mana buttons. Instead gives a magicka and magicka regen boost for a few minutes. Intended to make practicing a bit easier at low levels. Also doesn't get packed away when the Eye is present.
- -Couple notes reworded.
- -Few decorations removed. A few decorations added. A few decorations modified. The vague trifecta!
- -Fixed frost spider scroll crafting amount.
Version 5.9
- -Added some fire to the top of the Archmage's tower for survival folks
- -Fixed 2 owned bookcases in the public enchanting area of the Hall of Countenance
- -Removed the chests from the Arcanaeum and replaced them with various books
- -Few more book spawn points in the Arcanaeum to give it a more book-y feel
- -Minor visual tweaks
Version 5.8.2
- -ESM Version only: Quick fix for some navmesh stuff.
Version 5.8.1
- -Quick clean for the ITMs that the Creation Kit just had to force on me.
Version 5.8
- -Few Navmesh fixes.
Version 5.7
- -Fixed the Enchanting XP boost tome so it doesn't fall to the floor anymore.
- -Few small decorations.
- -Scroll crafting now requires rolls of paper too.
Version 5.6
- - Benches in courtyard swapped for ones that are entered from the back. NPCs seem to have an easier time with them.
- - Resizes the navcut cubes around the benches/tables.
- - Cleaned 1 dirty edit.
Version 5.5
- -Navcut cube fixes.
- -One light flicker fix.
- -Archmage weapon rack fix.
- -A few small decorations added.
- -Archmage conduits enable/disable some decorative candles.
Version 5.4
- -Text fix on one of the dust effects.
- -Study messages in the upper left hand corner last for a few more seconds.
- -Small clutter additions to a few rooms. Nothing big, just a few items I wanted to add when I did an update.
- -Removed tablecloth in Arcanaeum. I like the bare wood look here for studying.
- -Few more idle markers in the Arcanaeum.
- -Few navcut boxes in the Arcanaeum to fix NPCs walking into tables.
- -Removed one of the courtyard tables for compatibility with the Wild Horses Creation.
- -Fixed texture paths on dust.
Version 5.3
- - No Dragonborn Crafting Version discontinued. I've instead added activate-ables to the Archmage Quarters that will hide or show the crafting stations (in the same manner of the courtyard barrier). There can be a bit of a delay after activation before they are dismissed or shown.
- - IF YOU USED THE "NO DRAGONBORN CRAFTING STATIONS" VERSION: Don't worry, your stored items will be fine! Apologies for doing it this way, but removing the stations was getting to be a pain. This way, both groups get what they want and I don't have to maintain both versions. :)
- - Hall of Attainment and Hall of Countenance lighting changes. (About 30% brighter!)
- - A few small clutter changes.
- - A few dressers were missing drawers.
- - Recipes added to turn base game Soul Gem Fragments to the crafting fragments that I've added.
Version 5.2
- ----ATTENTION ATTENTION ATTENTION----
- ---IF YOU ARE UPDATING AND HAVE STORED YOUR ITEMS IN THE COLLEGE, DO THE FOLLOWING: (If you haven't been to the College yet, don't worry about all this!)---
- ---REMOVE ITEMS STORED IN THESE PLAYER STARTER ROOM CONTAINERS: WARDROBE AND 3 SMALL CHESTS.---
- ---REMOVE ITEMS STORED IN THESE ARCHMAGE QUARTERS CONTAINERS: SMALL WARDROBE, LARGE WARDROBE AND STRONGBOX.---
- I made the mistake of using the base game containers. Since other mods (the Unofficial Patch, for starters) can edit these containers, and make them respawnable, they could be unsafe to store things in. I've now made them "custom" containers, so no other mod can edit them. Unfortunately, you'll need to remove your items from them before you update. I apologize for the trouble!
- -Added a new "Archmage Studies" boost that can be acquired at the top of the Archmage's tower from the Astrolab.
- -Removed the bird nest from the tree in the courtyard for compatibility with any tree overhaul mods.
- -Changed the message that's displayed when you get the "study" boosts to be more clear on what they are.
Version 5.1
- - Corrected misspelled potion names.
  
  - Added missing set of drawers to Archmage room.
  
  - Finally made the courtyard garden barrier toggle-able. Give it a go!
  
  - Misc text fixes.
Version 5.0
- Happy New Year! Small update for you guys. I'm rounding it up to 5.0 mostly just for OCD's sake.
  
  Arcanaeum changes:
  - More bookshelves! Gives the Arcanaeum a grander feel.
  - XP boost tomes along the edges of the room are easier to activate. (Gave them each their own shelf.)
  - XP boost raised to 20%.
  - New candles.
  - Decor changes. (Removed some stuff, added some stuff, nothing fancy but nicer overall in my opinion.)
  
  Archmage Quarters:
  - Small bookshelf for the Archmages favorite books to be on display.
  - Better desks for the crafting stations. Drawers for storage.
  - Planter soil made slightly larger and tilted the planters a bit more to make planting a little easier to access.
  - New candles.
  - Enabled the little effect on the schools of magic plaque behind the Archmage bed. Show off your favorite school! Just for fun.
  - Decor changes. (Misc little fixes.)
  
  Overall:
  - Few bug fixes. (Magic effects, statics, etc.)
  - Few smaller decor changes in the dorms.
Version 4.6.6
- Moved large reference edits to combat any potential LOD flickering.
- Fixed stray texture clipping on the Archmage's tower dome.
- Fixed file path in FOMOD.
- Frostfall/Campfire Patch - Added warmth to the top of the Archmage's Astronomy Tower.
- NEW: Dismantled the FOMOD. It is prone to errors. All patch files can be found under optionals
- NEW: MCoW - Base Game Lighing
  - My custom lighting is disabled.
  - The vanilla lighting is restored.
  - This will likely look odd, but if my darker cells bother you, this is a reasonable alternative.
  - If you use a lighting overhaul (ELFX, RS, RLO), you need this info:
  -- If you want MY lighting, just use the ELFX/RS patch (RLO doesn't need one). If you want ELFX/RS/RLO's lighting (which will look odd but it's up to the user), then grab the Base Game Lighting patch and load it BEFORE ELFX/RS/RLO. This will disable MY lighting, and let ELFX/RS/RLO take over. Honestly I don't recommend this, as ELFX in particular adds light statics (candles, etc) around the College. Some of them will clip into furniture I've placed. Again though, up to you guys!
Version 4.6.5
- Small fixes.
  
  - Fixed navmesh cube in Archmage's Quarters.
  
  - Removed some small statics.
  
  - Fixed Urag's sleeping location.
  
  - Fixed some NPC ownership on containers.
  
  Cutting Room Floor Patch
  
  - Fixed Orthorn's room.
Version 4.6.4
- -Repacked FOMOD to include other optionals.
  -Tweaked lighting. (Mostly made all my light sources custom IDs. Most of them were, a couple weren't. Hopefully this will help with compatibility with mods that change base light IDs.)
  -Fixed a few FXs used around the College that were tweaked wrong.
  -Fixed the Pure Magicka Font FXs that weren't despawning when the fonts were hidden away during the Eye of Magnus quest chains.
Version 4.6.2
- -Removed duplicate, overlapping weapon plaque in Archmage Quarters
  *** IF YOU HAVE A WEAPON CURRENTLY ON IT, REMOVE IT BEFORE UPDATING! ***
  
  -Small navmesh tweak.
  
  -Misc clean up of disabled references.
Version 4.6.1
- -Quick fix to remove the location changes I did for the Golem. Apologies to anyone who had a crash because of him!
Version 4.6
- -Tweaked spell buff durations.
  
  -Tweaked Golem, just to make sure he doesn't mysteriously vanish.
  
  -The books Urag places on his desk for the main Dragonborn quest are now 100% placed ON the desk and not the floor.
  
  -The book for the Master Illusion Quest should now correctly be on top of the smaller bookcases, rather than the floor.
  
  -Misc decor changes.
- -Hoodless Archmage Robes will now correctly spawn in the Archmage Quarters.
- -ELFX patches correctly updated to include the addition of music to some cells.
Version 4.5.1
- - Quick fix for object on Archmage roof that was in the wrong spot. Didn't notice on my first walkthrough. Sorry guys!
Version 4.5
- Huzzah!
  
  - The practice target returns as an Enchanted Golem in the Hall of the Elements!
  --- This little stone guy can be used to practice your offensive spells. No worries about NPCs or followers engaging him; he's just for you!
  
  - The roof of the Archmage Quarters has been spruced up a bit. It's intended to be a sort of astrolab for the Archmage. Purely aesthetic for now.
  
  - The last spot of the bridge has been patched.
  
  - Couple misc decor changes. (Literally things with no point in listing, like rotating certain items a bit more, changing a visual effect slightly, moving an object a tad, etc.)
Version 4.4.1
- -Quick fix to give the bridge proper railings.
Version 4.4
- One last update for a little while:
  
  -Bridge has been slightly repaired. I went for a patched-stone look, and I quite like the outcome.
  
  -A music track has been added to the College cells. It's my favorite relaxing track. Open to suggestions
  
  -Compatibility with Cloaks of Skyrim has been done. MCoW simply needs to be loaded AFTER Cloaks.
  
  -Enchanting room in the Hall of Countenance has been updated a bit.
  
  -Small misc decor added.
Version 4.3
- -With a heavy heart, I have to announce that the Enchanted Mannequin has been stored away in the college storerooms until the bugs in his enchantment can be fixed. (I've gotta take him out until I can find a way to keep followers from engaging him, as it causes NPCs nearby to react to combat. I'm trying to accomplish this without scripts!)
  
  -As a compromise, I've expanded the Arcanaeum bookshelves to give it more of a grander-library feel.
  
  -Also cleaned up some forgotten navmesh spots in odd corners.
Version 4.2.1
- -Couple FOMOD Fixes
  -Remade the No Staff Enchanter version to CORRECTLY be changed to No Dragonborn Crafting version
Version 4.2
- I got a chance to put out my update! Still moving, but have internet for the week. :D
  
  New:
  - Spider Scroll crafting station: Located in the Archmage's Quarters. Players of the Dragonborn DLC will recognize this, however it's a little different. The crafting station is standalone, and has no effect on the Spider crafting from Dragonborn. The reason for this is: easier crafting materials. The Spiders are a lot of fun, but not viable for folks who want to use them heavily.
  ~~~ Spiders require a base Spider Egg, rather than the rare Albino Pods.
  ~~~ Spiders are crafted with the base crafting mechanics instead of the imbuing chamber (If you want to know why this way and not the imbuing chamber, shoot me a PM)
  ~~~ Spiders previously in-game but not craftable are now craftable: Pack Spider & Glowing Spider.
  
  New:
  - Enchanted Mannequin: Located in the Hall of the Elements. This guy is used for practicing (read: leveling) your offensive magic! Upon being attacked, he will assume a battle stance, but he will not retaliate. Feel free to burn/shock/freeze him until your fingers explode.
  ~~~ I recommend you DO NOT engage him with a follower, as it might be a pain to get them to stop practicing. Darn those overachievers!
  
  Changed:
  - The planters in the Archmage Quarter have been tilted ever so slightly for easier planting and access.
  - Some navmesh cuts have been added for easier NPC pathing.
  - Some decor has been changed and a few thing added. Nothing big or fancy, but I hope you guys enjoy!
- :: ATTENTION ELFX USERS ::
  
  The College is going to look a bit different to you in this update. I've gotten very worn out of remaking the base file for every update to accommodate ELFX. Because of this, the ELFX patch ESP now disables all of ELFX's changes in favor of my own personal lighting.
  
  The Enhancer and Hardcore will still make the overall lighting darker, as usual. I carried over ELFX's imagespace changes for those.
  
  I hope you guys don't mind too much. I prefer my own lighting for the College myself, but use ELFX for everything else.
- :: Re-uploaded the file to change "No Staff Enchanter" version to "No Dragonborn Crafting" version that removes the Spider Scroll station for folks who don't want it along with the Staff Enchanter. ::
Version 4.01
- Quick fix for Study and Learning buffs not lasting for real-time.
- Increased the duration of said buffs.
Version 4.0
- New Scrollcrafting station located in Arcanaeum: Use a spell tome to craft a few scroll versions of that spell. The tome is destroyed in the process.
  
  Also at this station, you can craft study notes if you have recently read one of the Study Tomes. Crafting these takes 1 Roll of Paper.
  ~The notes themselves increase your spells from the active schools of magic by 20% for 1 minute. It pays to study, so brush up on those notes before a tough battle! Beware, however, they will overwrite the 10% bonus for one hour from the large Study Tomes.
  
  New Ruined Tome recycling also located in Arcanaeum: Break down ruined tomes into Rolls of Paper.
  
  New tomes to increase experience gained by the individual schools of magic on the bookshelves in the Arcanaeum. The increase is a temporary 10%. You may only have ONE experience buff at a time, but you may have an experience buff and study buff at the same time.
  
  New custom alchemy crafting station: Look for the large cauldron in the Arcanaeum. Just a nifty alternative for crafting your potions if you're tired of the mortar and pestle animation.
  
  Courtyard has been spruced up a bit more, with a small decoration and lights on each courtyard table.
  
  New misc items and books to give more clutter without it being just a loot fest.
  
  Tweaked or added decor to every cell.
  
  Some navmesh and navcut tweaks.
Version 3.82
- Added the correct collision layer to the benches and tables in the courtyard.
- ELFX Versions: Added candles to the stairwells where ELFX places light sources.
Version 3.81
- Fixed the small chests in the starter player room that somehow got reverted back to respawning in the usual 10-30 day respawn times. I haven't a clue how this got changed back. My sincere apologies if anyone lost anything!
  
  Fixed too many bees spawning in the courtyard.
  
  Slightly moved some benches.
Version 3.8
- Quality of life update.
  
  -Courtyard a bit fancier
  -Archmage rooftop a bit fancier
  -New Alchemy Studies activator in Arcanaeum
  -Better Alchemy and Enchanting rooms in the Hall of Countenance
  -Tiny bits of decor added/changed in every cell (nothing major, but I hope some folks notice!)
  -Changed FX for garden shield and magicka font
  -Damaged empty dorm will be repaired after you become Archmage
  
  Fixes:
  -A few keywords fixed
  -Navmesh spot fixed
  -Misc text fixes
Version 3.6
- Apparently the Magicka Fonts got offended and protested. They just stopped spawning altogether. Sigh.
  
  Fixed Magicka Fonts not spawning.
  Made Archmage Quarters slightly brighter.
  Misc item name fixes.
  Misc clutter decor fixes.
- Ensured the Arcanaeum book markers are placed correctly.
- Added patches for ELFX options.
- FOMOD to make choices more clear!
Version 3.5.1
- Quick reference switch for one of the Magicka Fonts that tried to be a strong, independent Font that don't need no quest triggers.
- (One of the fonts wasn't disabling during the MG08 Quest)
Version 3.5
- Okay, this turned out bigger than I meant it to be! I'ma break it down by cell:
  
  : Hall of Attainment :
  :: Mostly lighting changes, but a few misc decor changes as well
  :: Few idle markers moved
  :: Arniel Gane wanted to be slightly fancier I guess
  :: Magic lighting rearranged
  
  : Hall of Countenance :
  :: Also mostly lighting changes
  :: Little bit more decor in the kitchen
  :: Magic lighting rearranged
  
  : The Arcanaeum :
  :: 8 or so more bookshelves
  :: More shelving + decor
  :: New study table near the Alchemy/Enchanting area
  :: New "Soul Gem Font" station that can be used to break down empty Soul Gems and forge them into other empty Soul Gems. Mostly useful for early game (where you couldn't get much out of a Grand Soul Gem but a few Petty & Lesser ones would be great) and late game (where you couldn't get much use out of 2 Lessers and 1 Petty, but you could use a Grand Soul Gem). I added this mostly for myself. If you don't care to use this station, think of it as pretty decor!
  
  : ArchMage Quarters :
  :: New table near the private planters as a nod to those who miss the big tree
  :: More lighting changes
  :: Bed has been made less bulky
  :: Misc decor moving/fixing
  
  : Courtyard :
  :: Changed the magic lights
  :: Small area for Archmage on the roof
  
  AND! >>DRUM ROLL<< The long awaited HALL OF THE ELEMENTS!!
  
  Okay, don't get too excited. I didn't want to get crazy with it because of the aforementioned script/quest heavy area. But I did spruce it up a little.
  
  : Hall of the Elements :
  :: Banners along the main room
  :: Stone symbols on floor to represent each school of magic
  :: Fancier benches + new chairs to relax in
  :: Magicka potions are common here, as you could always use a quick fix when practicing your spells
  :: Font of Pure Magicka - A relic from the past. This is a font that will restore ALL of your Magicka on the spot. Activate it and keep on casting those spells! Now I know what you're thinking, and NO, you CANNOT use it during the fight with Ancano, as it's disabled during that quest. Sorry! But otherwise, it's just a fun addition that will give the Hall of the Elements its true purpose back: To practice your magic without hindrance.
Version 3.1
- AKA the "The Day My OCD Killed Me" update.
  
  +Removed the hanging clothes in favor of havok-safe, nicely laid out clothes for folks on less powerful machines that can't load the cells quickly enough for the script to fire.
  +Replaced the hanging racks with shelves.
  
  ::NOTICE::
  If you are storing things in the cabinet below the previously mention clothes rack: REMOVE IT BEFORE UPDATING! THAT CABINET IS GONE! Hell, I say remove all your items before updating just to be safe. Skyrim is a fickle mistress. Rather be inconvenienced than lose important stuff!
  ::NOTICE::
  
  +To make up for this inconvenience, I've made the lectern books in the Arcanaeum give a "study" buff to their respective schools of magic.
  Example: Activating the Restoration book will make Restoration school spells 10% stronger for 8 hours.
  +Removed/changed the hanging clothes in the Archmage Quarter.
  ::NOTICE::
  Same goes for removing your items from that cabinet!
  ::NOTICE::
  +Settled a few more objects that I was holding in place with the script I mentioned before. Hopefully everything should stay put now regardless of what kind of hardware you have.
  +Added a few small decorations to the Archmage Quarters.
  +HOPEFULLY fixed the last flickering lights. PLEASE tell me if you find more!
  +Changed a few remaining statics into real clutter.
Version 3.0.2
- Fixed a few idle markers that were slightly inside a wall.
  
  Changed most of the decorative clutter behind the Archmage Throne to be actual clutter and no longer just statics.
  
  Added a bit more decor in the Archmage Quarters.
  
  Didn't have time to try out a fixed bridge version (and make a non-staff enchanter version for that version), sorry guys!
Version 3.0.1
- Fixed a last minute flickering light source cause I'm not allowed to have nice things.
Version 3.0
- Shiny!
  
  The OCD in me demanded I round off at 3.0 (rather than stay at 2.9 forever...).
  
  + More lighting introduced around the college
  + A few bare walls were made a little less bare
  + Added & fixed some idle spots for NPCs
  + Touched up a few NPCs who had less fancy rooms
  + Fixed a few items that liked to havok
  + Moved a few decorations around
  + Renamed some misc items
  + Little touches of flair that I hope some folks get the meaning behind!
- Re-uploaded cause Nexus was having issues.
Version 2.9
- Fixed the wrong name on the Archmage's Throne.
- Added a "beverage storage" to the Archmage Quarter.
- Changed the staff holders near the Enchanter to be weapon racks for easier storage.
Version 2.8
- Fixed the Archmage Quarter fast travel point on the roof to correctly require it be discovered first.
  
  Cleaned up various Navmesh spots.
  
  Added a few details to the courtyard and Archmage garden.
  
  Added a weapon rack stand to the foot of the Archmage Bed for those who previously used the vanilla long chest to store their staves.
  
  Added the bed/enchanting dust/archmage couch texture as a seperate texture file to ensure compatibility with folks who use a replacer for banners.
Version 2.7
- In pushing towards a (real this time) final release:
  
  Cleaned up all the unused statics from the .esp since real clutter is now being used. Don't want unused assets lingering and taking up space.
  
  Fixed the text on the enchanting dust and sealed scroll clutter. The scrolls were intended to be "Blank Scrolls", and the effect for the dust was displaying wrong.
  
  Removed a couple lingering statics.
Version 2.6
- Found a pesky Navmesh spot, so went ahead with a few changes I had in mind (one of which I was reminded of by a nice person in Bethnet!)
  
  Fixed last navmesh spot.
  Changed the Archmage's Quarters garden into personal (Hearthfire) planters. (I intended this from the start, and completely forgot.)
  Resized the storage boxes for the alchemy ingredients to limit how badly they havok out when you take one.
  Added a few last minute misc decorations.
Version 2.5
- Fixed a barrel in the Archmage's Quarter that was set to respawn. Don't want you guys to lose anything you store!
- Added a few little bits of decor.
Version 2.4
- AKA "Potential Final", AKA it's the kiss of death if you try to mark your version as final. :(
  
  Swapped out the wrong boots placed in the dorms.
  
  Since I was already in there, took the opportunity to:
  -Add a shelf to the kitchen areas.
  -Spruce up the Hall of Countenance enchanting room a little more.
  -Fix what I hope is the final items that weren't marked with owners.
  
  As always: To be on the safe side, remove your items from the safe storage before updating! Should be okay as I had no issues, but I'm the cautious type.
Version 2.3
- AKA "Final"
  
  Clothes/staves are back and non-static! Thanks to YsCordelan on reddit, the defaultdisablehavok script seems to work perfectly!
  
  Added a few more details to the courtyard.
  
  With a fine tooth comb, fixed every issue I could find!
  
  Potential final build. If any other issues are found, please let me know, otherwise this mod is sealed and released! :)
Version 2.2
- I like to think of this as the "Polishing Patch".
  
  Misc fixes such as:
  
  Tablecloth not properly aligned.
  Potions that popped out of their crate once havok was enabled.
  Items not being marked as owned by their respective NPCs
  Stone tablet on the Arcanaeum ceiling not centered.
  
  Just general cleaning as I feel that the mod is in a good place to call it finished soon.
Version 2.1
- Made the staves in the Archmage Quarters, and the clothes hanging on the racks back into statics. There are now staves stored in one of the chests near the Staff Enchanter. I hate to have to do it this way, but it's the only way to get the look I want and not have the physics engine destroy it.
  
  Fixed the food storage container in the Archmage's Quarters. Store your foodstuff close by!
Version 2.0
- The Lootening: 80%+ of previously static decor is now lootable. Take everything or take nothing, it's up to the player just like Skyrim intended.
- Largely overhauled dorm rooms to have a more uniform/professional feel. It's an upscale institute, we have appearances to keep up!
- Misc fixes to misplaced or wonky decor.
- Misc bug fixes.
Version 1.3.1
- Quick navmesh fix.
Version 1.3
- Archmage Quarter now houses all crafting stations!
- New custom storage stations near all crafting stations.
- Fast travel marker on top of college now correctly facing the right way.
- Misc visual fixes.
- Misc decor additions.
Version 1.2
- Fixed floor in Archmage Quarters.
- Grand study table in the Arcanaeum.
- Few misc fixes.
Version 1.1
- Added a fast travel marker (must be discovered) on the very top of the college. The Archmage Quarters have a door that leads there.
- Added lootable soul gems to the Arcanaeum. Filled ones are in the soul gem holders in front of the window. Empty ones are in the crate next to the station. Alchemy ingredients are already harvestable from the garden outside, and the Archmage's Quarters.
- You are now able to take books from the bookcases in the Arcanaeum, as well as 2 new ones in the Archmage Quarters. DON'T store anything outside of the player room and the Archmage Quarters.
- Made some changes to the Archmage Quarters overall.

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A lightly magical, aesthetic overhaul for the College of Winterhold!
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I love the College. It feels like another world, apart from Skyrim! ...sorta.

There's nordic clutter, cobwebs, barrels, hay. Is this a magical institute or a barn?
Are those animal heads on the wall? And what's with the fur rugs?
The place should be enchanted to be warm! Why have dirty old pelts all over the floor?
The whole place says NORDS! I want it to say MAGIC!

This is an overhaul aimed at giving the College a professional, simple and enchanted look!
Some rooms are lightly changed, some dramatically.

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Features
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║║ Unique room decorations for each NPC. (Students focused on study, teachers focused on living/practice.)
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║║ Starter player room overhauled. Safe storage, player bed, Shrine of Julianos.
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║║ Less overgrown courtyard + small garden for Herbology. (Would it kill them to hire a groundskeeper?)
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║║ Arcanaeum houses new alchemy/enchanting area. More magical decorations.
║║ Activate the study lecterns for a temporary boost to that school of magic.
║║ Find unique books on the shelves to activate for spell learning experience boosts.
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║║ Scrollcrafting station in the Arcanaeum. Take pages from a Spell Tome to craft scrolls of that spell.
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║║ Heavily redone Archmage quarters. Focused on authority of the Archmage and living.
║║ All crafting stations (including Spider Scroll station!) and custom storage containers! Plenty of Hearthfire planters.
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║║ Hall of the Elements boasts a nifty Enchanted Golem and Magicka-buffing fonts. Practice your spells!
║║(Only base game spells will give XP without a patch.)
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║║ All rooms: Much less random clutter, less "Nord" themed. Simple, professional, clean College!
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║║ Idle markers placed intelligently around the college to bring a little more life to the NPCs.
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║║ Lots of little decorations to see!
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Things To Note
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║║ Recommended to be installed on a New Game. If installed on an existing save, the Archmage's bed may say
║║ that it is "owned" at the end of the questline. It's only the text however, and the bed still works as intended.
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║║ This will conflict with any mods that alter the College cells. Load MCoW as late as you can in your load order!
║║ If you have furniture in the ground, items in the Arcanaeum marked as "steal" or clipping items
║║ then you have something that touches the College cells. Move MCoW lower!
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║║ Yes, there's quite a bit of "free loot". This mod is focused towards roleplaying.
║║ If you were really a student of the college, you wouldn't loot it like a bandit.
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║║ If you have any LOD flickering, please use the ESM version in the download section. It's an engine issue with SSE.
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║║ ALL containers in the player starter room are safe storage.
║║ ALL containers in the Archmage's Quarters are safe storage. Even the spider pods.
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║║ All quest items are still located in their respective cells. The Unusual Gem is located behind the
║║ Archmage's Desk (if installed on a new game), or in it's original location (if installed on an existing save).
║║ The Illusion spell tomes are still located in their original places, though the Arcanaeum book is now placed
║║ on a small bookshelf rather than the table. It can occasionally fall to the floor, or relocate itself a little bit away.
║║ This is a vanilla issue, and can be read up on here: http://en.uesp.net/wiki/Skyrim:Illusion_Ritual_Spell#Bugs
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