In Gothic 1 Remake, you get your first rune by completing “The Price of Magic” quest with mage Torrez, then choosing the Firebolt Rune as your reward.
Get First Rune details
How to Get Your First Rune
Step 1: Find and Speak to Torrez
Head to the southwest area of the Old Camp, past the Chapel. From the south gate, take a left toward the Chapel and walk until you reach a well near the marketplace—Torrez stands beside it.
Talk to him about the letter for the Fire Mages to start “The Price of Magic” quest.
Step 2: Buy Two Wolf Claws from Morgrag
Return toward the south gate and look for Morgrag carving wood nearby.
Approach him and select “Show me the goods.”
Buy 2 Wolf Claws at 8 Ore Nuggets each (16 total).
Step 3: Purchase Parchment from Graham
Head to the north gate of the Old Camp and talk to Graham (the map trader).
Buy 1 Parchment (blank scroll paper) for 16 Ore Nuggets.
Alternative route: Follow the northern/higher path past the grindstone and well, go through the area with red tops, and find Grim by his cauldron. He sells parchment for 13 Ore Nuggets.
Step 4: Return Materials to Torrez
Go back to Torrez at the well and give him the Parchment + 2 Wolf Claws. Select “Learn rune magic” when prompted.
Step 5: Learn Rune Magic and Choose Your Rune
You need 10 LP available to learn rune magic. After accepting, choose between:
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Firebolt Rune (offensive damage spell) — recommended
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Healing Rune (support spell)
Select Firebolt Rune for your first spell if you want combat damage.
Step 6: Access Torrez’s Shop
After completing the quest, Torrez’s shop unlocks. You can now buy the other rune you didn’t choose (costs 322 Ore Nuggets for Firebolt or 536 Ore Nuggets for Healing) plus additional runes and magic items.
Critical Mistakes to Avoid
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Don’t skip LP requirements: You need 5 LP minimum to learn magic from Torrez
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Don’t waste Ore Nuggets: Buy wolf claws from Morgrag instead of hunting wolves (saves time)
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Don’t forget parchment: Both quest materials are mandatory—Torrez won’t teach magic without them
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Choose wisely: You get one rune free; the other costs 300+ Ore Nuggets later
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If button is greyed out: Ensure you have enough LP and haven’t already learned magic
