

I think it would be a great fit if I choose to go with Elven ancestry for my Imperial character. Hmmm, so maybe take some cues from the "Barbarian" class? I also like the idea of utlilizing magic, which is something that I have never really done in Oblivion other than using the minor healing spell. If you are using neither then wearing light armor is a waste. Keep in mind that light armor is only useful if you use magic and/or stealth. I'd also recommend a degree of magic, alteration protection spells can make up for your lower armor rating and light armor has less of a casting penalty for all spells, throwing a conjuration summon into a group before entering combat (via stealth) can also give you a tank while you thin the herd.


For this I'd recommend a longer weapon, preferrably a longsword or claymore since axes, maces and hammers don't have the range required for this fighting style. The only thing you really should change is your playstyle which should mostly revolve around closing the distance, getting in a hit, backing out as they attack, then repeat as their weapon hits air. There really isn't much difference between using light and heavy armor in terms of build. I haven't contributed much, so I'm still a bit noobish about the proper posting guidelines. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.Īlso let me know if this is posted in the right location. It can't be much different from a heavy armor warrior, right? What I'm looking for are attributes/skills that would fit the playstyle and allow my character to hopefully survive. As embarassing as it is, I'm still undecided on which attributes and skills to pick for effectively levelling a light armor warrior. I have my character all picked out (an Imperial with Elven ancestry and a legendary Elven name handpicked from ) but I have yet to exit the sewers and explore the beauty of Cyrodiil. I am so used to playing as a heavy armored warrior in both Oblivion and Skyrim, but I think it is about time for a change. I have recently decided to get back into Oblivion and after giving it some though, I have decided to go with a light armor warrior for a change. I come to you humbly after not posting for some time to ask for your input on this dilemma I am facing.
