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Character Build: The Black Arrow

Tags: #Character Build Archer  #Rank:Exemplar  #Character Build Role-play 
  • Member
    June 21, 2013
    I like it, but it needs to be more fleshed out. Gameplay and perks please.
  • Member
    June 21, 2013

    Yeah, like many posters, I'm interested to see more.  It ends very abruptly. 

    I really like the idea of using an in-game book for inspiration.  But wasn't The Black Arrow about a Dunmer master archer?  How does this book inspire this particular build, specifically?

    Some of the quest suggests could use more explanation.  Why does this character care about the Dawnguard, for example? 

    Why use One-handed at all?  Or Enchanting? 

    Consider a more focused approach.  Maybe this means a lower-level build, but I gladly sacrifice high levels for the greater sense of immersion that comes from playing a character who is really focused on a few signature skills. 

  • June 21, 2013
    + 1 from me for using the Black Arrow book for inspiration. One of my favorite books in the game.
  • Member
    June 23, 2013

    Many wanted more details so i updated this build to how i play it. If you have any more questions feel free to say so. this was my first attempt at a build i appreciate all the advice

  • Member
    August 18, 2013

    *Updated*

    Critiques and advise are much appreciated

  • Member
    August 21, 2013

    My only question is, what difficulty would you recommend playing on?

    I ask this because I had a pure sneak archer pretty much when Skyrim first came out, on Master, by the time I had completed the thieves guild I found myself around level 30+ & if I was to follow your guidelines on level brackets I think I'd end up out leveling the RP side of things.

  • Member
    August 21, 2013

    I play on adapt for the 1:1 damage output/damage taken ratio (reference Skyrim wiki), that however is just my personal preference i feel like master and legendary are too unrealistic, like cmon how many times can a dude really take a sword to the face. 

    Also i took to magic later in the game so while i was still leveling up i still had places to spend my perks. My char is currently level 60 and im not stuck on anything yet.

  • Member
    August 22, 2013

    I love your early roleplay and explanation of how you ended up in Helgen. I have to admit that I hate the exploit though. Roleplay builds are excellent, but that right there would demolish any sense of realism for me. And why not a Bosmer if so good with a bow?

  • Member
    August 22, 2013

    Many thanks. I have a long weekend off work. Shall have to give this ago :P

  • Member
    August 22, 2013
    Thanks ken