Board Thread:Skyrim/@comment-11830556-20130709163756/@comment-11344160-20130709230713

I think it would be pretty hard to create a non-violent character in Skyrim. Maybe it could be done, as long as you're not advancing the main story and stick primarily to the cities (travelling by caravan between). Skyrim is otherwise lousy with stuff that wants to kill you and a means of self-defense is required. NPCs are wary of leaving the protection of their walled cities and hold guards for a good reason; people you encounter on the road or in the wilds are armed folks who understand that Skyrim is a risky place to travel.

Maybe get yourself a follower as a 'bodyguard', like one of the mercenaries (Jenassa if you want to sneak) or Mjoll the Lioness. Support them with your staves. You could get a staff of healing to support your follower, possibly.