Mage (Skyrim)

Preferring to use their extensive knowledge of all things magical, Mages wield a might more powerful than the sharpest blade. Mages spend many years studying the various schools of the Arcane arts, leaving behind most other pursuits. Depending on their magical abilities for offensive and defensive power, mages are typically lacking in armor or shields and utilize a limited range of physical weaponry. Even though there are no real "classes" in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, you can use the Mage Stone or the Apprentice Stone to become a "Mage."



Types of Mages
(Destruction School) Pyromancers/Fire Mages:

These mages use the destructive powers of fire, to burn their enemies into crisps. Fire damage causes additional damage.

(Destruction School) Ice Mages/Snow Casters:

These mages use the properties of ice, to freeze and incapacitate their opponents.

Ice damage causes stamina damage.

(Destruction School) Shock Mage/Storm Callers:

Although not an entirely "official" mage type, they drain magicka.

Shock damage causes Magicka damage.

(Conjuration School) Necromancers/Dread Mages:

These mages summon the dead, to do their bidding.

(Conjuration and Alteration School) Spellsword/Battlemage:

Although not strictly a mage, this strategy is to use bound weaponry instead of carrying weapons, using techniques like Oakflesh, Bound Sword, and other warrior supplements.

(Conjuration School) Conjurer/Summoner/Atronach Master/Daedra Priest/Oblivion Caller:

These mages summon creatures from the Oblivion to do their bidding.

''"Hail, summoner, conjure me up a warm bed, would you?" -Various town guards, 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim'''

(Restoration School) Healer: These mages restore health and stamina, keeping those around them alive to handle combat instead.

''"A healing spell...are you a priest?" Lydia, 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim'''

Daggerfall Description:
Mages are those that devote their lives to the study and practice of the Arcane arts. An experienced mage can be a deadly force to reckon with. The skills most important to a Mage are: Conjuration, Alteration, Illusion, Destruction, and Restoration.

Playable Class In:

 * The Elder Scrolls: Arena
 * The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall
 * The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
 * The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
 * An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire