Board Thread:Skyrim/@comment-101.166.62.215-20140403052536/@comment-24261859-20140403090952

I'd actually say Altmer, since their Highborn power is quite useful, and the +50 starting magicka is very helpful at low levels, since you can focus more on health to make your starting character less vulnerable.

It will also make Diplomatic Immunity a lot easier, since you can dress in Thalmor Robes and pass through freely without having to fight anyone.