July 14, 2017 7:53 AM EDT
Ebonslayer said:
There really isn't much difference between using light and heavy armor in terms of build. 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. 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. 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.
Keep in mind that light armor is only useful if you use magic and/or stealth. If you are using neither then wearing light armor is a waste.
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. I think it would be a great fit if I choose to go with Elven ancestry for my Imperial character. What would you recommend for attributes? Does it really matter what I pick at this point?