Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-8435644-20130625212451/@comment-25556345-20141019062515

Doesn't really matter you know. I played with most of the races. I downloaded some mods to make things more interesting. I kept 2 same race followers (birds of same flock) and an animal. Look out for skill bonuses- that'll come in handy at early game. I tried to play the game as close as it seems- like with Dark elf- I chose destruction magic with imperial and vampire faction; switched from robes to light armor when I had enough enchanting skill. If it's your 1st play through, try to keep skills limited- mine was 1handed, light armor and archary(woodelf). Leveling up blacksmithing and enchanting is highly recommended. For 1st game I think it's better not mixing battle and magic. Some may find it a hassel to switch styles and magics in the middle of the game all the time. My suggestion: for your 1st game, play- Nord, 2handed(axe), light armor, archary with blacksmithing and enchanting; factions: play warewolf and vampire but don't become any; of course Stormcloack side(just for immersion); 2 Nord companions and a Husky or bear follower. happy gaming.