How can the Ayleid gates be used to my advantage?
Did you notice that round hole in the middle of the sliding gates in Ayleid ruins? You can use your bow to sweep the area on the other side of the gate, shooting through the hole while the enemies helplessly bash at the closed gate. If you see a pressure plate before the gate, jump over it, clean the area using the bow or spells, then step on the plate to open the gate. You can actually shoot through the gate anywhere (not just through the hole in the middle). However, unless you are using large area effect spells, the hole makes it easier to aim at your enemies.