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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Elder Scrolls Online (ESO)

Is it worth getting into?

The Elder Scrolls Online has been around since 2014, and the player experience has grown progressively better over the years.

ZeniMax has consistently released quality new ESO Download Content (DLC) and Expansion Packs. The game engine is still modern and uses DirectX 11.

If you played ESO at release, but not after “One Tamriel”, consider giving it another try. The core gameplay changed to allow players to play quests, explore areas, and group up with others without restrictions.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Elder_Scrolls_Online


The latest expansion pack, Blackwood, is now available as of June 1st, 2021!


Beginner's Guide

Purchase Information

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Although Steam is technically supported, users will have to manually launch the game and attach the bot. This makes it much more difficult to manage multiple bots if you're a Steam user.
  • If you have access to a VPN, please connect ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF EUROPE before making any Minion key or addon purchases to avoid VAT tax. Private Internet Access is cheap, easy, allows up to 10 connections per account and offers a 7-day money-back guarantee.
  • Please use crypto to pay for Minion keys or addons for a 5% discount! CoinBase is easiest to use and you get $10 of free Crypto for signing up!

Free-To-Play Accounts

Although you may bot on ESO Free-To-Play (F2P) accounts, it is highly recommended to pay for ESO Plus.

The main attraction is the Craft Bag, which allows you to store unlimited amounts of crafting materials.

You will run into frequent full inventory issues, even with the maximum slots, if you do not subscribe.

Microsoft Acquisition

ZeniMax Media and its game publisher, Bethesda Softworks, were acquired by Microsoft in 2021.

https://news.microsoft.com/2020/09/21/microsoft-to-acquire-zenimax-media-and-its-game-publisher-bethesda-softworks/

Bethesda will now be run as a separate business at Microsoft, with its existing leadership. This is the same approach Microsoft has used for its recent big acquisitions, including Mojang, LinkedIn, and GitHub.

Minion Licensing

How many accounts and keys do I need to buy?

  • Create one Minion account under which all your bots will run.
  • Buy one Minion key per ESO account that will be botting simultaneously.

Keeping Track of Accounts

Maintain a text file with all of your account information.

You may need any or all of this information to re-claim an account or work with Zenimax customer service, and it increases the sale price significantly should you sell your ESO account later on.

Example Text File

  • ESOMinion Login
  • ESOMinion Password
  • ESO E-mail #1 (e.g. castrowalker@outlook.com)
  • ESO Password #1 (e.g. p455w0rD)
  • ESO Account Name #1 (e.g. castrowalker)
  • ESO Character Name #1 (e.g. Mrs Castrowalker)
  • ESO CD KEY #1 (e.g. 12345-12345-1234-123-123456)
  • ESO #1 Minion Key (e.g. GW2abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890)
  • ESO E-mail #2 (e.g. walladazzle@outlook.com)
  • ESO Password #2 (e.g. p455w0rD)
  • ESO Account Name #2 (e.g. walladazzle.7777)
  • ESO Character Name #2 (e.g. Walladazzle)
  • ESO CD KEY #2 (e.g. 12345-12345-1234-123-123456)
  • ESO #2 Minion Key (e.g. GW2abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890)

Additional Pro Tips

  • Create e-mail addresses specifically for the accounts. Do not use your personal e-mail address.
  • Add all of the e-mail accounts to a single mail app on your phone so they're checked regularly and kept active. (e.g. BlueMail)
  • Do not use similar e-mail addresses across accounts.
  • Do not use similar ESO account names across accounts.
  • Do not use similar character names across accounts.
  • You may use the same password for up to ~6 ESO accounts for convenience. Your password will be rejected as “too common” if you attempt to use it for more accounts.

I bought a key code but it wasn't e-mailed to me. Where can I find my key code?

Your key code is found on the “Keycodes” tab of the launcher.

Key codes are not e-mailed.

When I attempt to buy a key code, it says "please refresh the page to try again".

Try a different browser.

Also disable any ad or script blockers.

Can I get a free trial key?

Buy a trial key… they're super cheap. If you cannot afford a trial key, you may want to consider selling your body.

Official Resources

NOTE: The official ESO “Minion” addon manager is NOT the same as MMOMinion)

Gold Buying/Selling & RMT's

If you want to buy gold:

Real Money Transactions (gold buying/selling) are taken seriously, are very well-monitored, and will almost always result in permanent account bans. (no warnings, suspensions… just BAN)

If you decide to throw caution to the wind and buy gold from an independent seller:

  • Only take gold from a guild bank.
  • Do not interact with anyone in-game regarding the transaction outside of accepting a guild invite.
  • Do not accept any gold that is mailed or attempted to be transferred in a player-to-player trade.

Troubleshooting Crashes, Errors and Performance

Game Started: Waiting to attach...

Check the e-mail you used to register your ESO account. You likely need to authorize the network with the e-mailed passcode.

Unknown Error: (Query/Fail)

  • Run ESO without Minion to make sure it's fully patched.
  • Test with your VPN/Proxy service disabled.
  • Test while using only the Windows 10 built-in Antivirus and Firewall. Completely uninstall any 3rd party antivirus or firewall product.

Failed to download the update manifest

Error: Failed to download the update manifest for product ID=10. Something has blocked the manifest, Minion will not work properly

This is a problem with your Comcast/xFi Internet Service Provider.

You need get on the Xfinity xFi app, select More > My Services > xFi Advanced Security > Disable.

Supported Configurations

  • Full Screen mode is not supported by Minion, however Windowed Full Screen will work.
  • ReShade will work with Minion, but it is not officially supported.

Software with Known Compatibility Issues

The following software may cause game crashes, performance problems or other issues.

If you experience problems, please try uninstalling this software before opening a support ticket.

  • AI Suite 3
  • AMD Gaming Evolved
  • Bandicam
  • EVGA Precision
  • FRAPS
  • Guildworks
  • MSI Afterburner
  • Mumble Overlay
  • Nahimic for MSI
  • Raptr Software
  • Razer Software
  • ReShade / SweetFX
  • Guru3D RTSS Rivatuner Statistics Server
  • ROG Game First 3
  • Valorant (installed anti-cheat spyware)

Fandom / Fan Resources

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