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xXWildefireXx

Article Writer
So, I know this is a really simple question, but I'm just wondering since I usually only play as a High Elf and I want to start a new game some time and I want to know the Pros and Cons of each race and your favorite race and why.
 

Streets

The Gentleman Owl
Favorite race and why? | Skyrim Forums

Here is something I posted a while back, and I still stand by it mostly.

For those too lazy to click through, it said Breton, Dark Elf, Nord for magic resistance, High Elf for run speed, Orc for 2x damage dealt and half received. The other 5 are underwhelming. Game mechanics, min/max perspective, not based on lore or looks. Every race can and will work at every possible build.

If you search the forums for "best race" or something similar, you'll get about a thousand threads come up to read people's responses to this question.

Also, welcome to the forums! We are a lovely bunch :)
 

xXWildefireXx

Article Writer
Thank you and thank you! I think I will try to stray off from High Elf when I make a new save, try out new things and things that other races can do that I as a High Elf currently can't do.
 

Volanere

Grand Magister
I would stay high elf. I have basically used every race except for the lizards and the kitties, and i prefer the high elf. I love how you start with the perk highborn for the high elf and have increased magicka. Also high elf to me seems to be a superior race, but thats just me.
 

xXWildefireXx

Article Writer
I have to agree with you on all those. I for one am a GIANT magicka user and so the perks of being a high elf is just very very useful.
 

Sython

New Member
Truthly I think Dark Elf is the best in the game. You get 50% resistant to fire which helps a lot fighting dragons.
 

Volanere

Grand Magister
Truthly I think Dark Elf is the best in the game. You get 50% resistant to fire which helps a lot fighting dragons.
Dark elf would definitely be my second choice.
I think it would go in this order for me
Altmer
Dunmer
Bosmer
Breton
Imperial
Khajiit
Argonian
chicken
cow

Anything but NORD!!!!
 

kawaiiGHOSTanon

New Member
I think it would really depend on how you're playing the game, but I would definitely do your own research for the race benefits.

Personally, my favorites in order are:
Khajiit, Altmer, Dunmer, Breton, Imperial, Argonian, Bosmer, Nord.
 
I am currently playing through as an Imperial. I find the power 'Voice of the Emperor' especially helpful and fun when facing a group of bandits, guards (if you stole something or have a high bounty) and using it on them. Makes for a easy back stab assassination party. I was also suprised to find it works on Vampires too :)
 

123

Active Member
I love Argonians, but it's so hard to play one. They're such an awesome race, but the tails sticking out, the way their horns disappear under the helmets and stuff. I like their lore, but it's hard to play one due to those.

That being said, as far as gameplay, I like the Altmer and the Redguard. I'll probably try making a Khajiit soon.
 

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