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Skyrim character builds

Skyrim character builds, made and shared by the community. Each build lays out standing stone, skills, perks and enchanted gear, with approximate character stats for the whole setup.

Whether you have a stealth archer, a spellsword, a pure mage, a two handed barbarian or an illusion assassin in mind, open a build to see every perk point, or copy one and shape it into your own character.

Or start from scratch in the Character Build Planner and share your build.

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Berserker
Skyrim Two-handed, Bows, Heavy Armor, Block and Smithing build
Published
by@BennyMC18
Lvl 50
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Enchanted Blade
Skyrim One handed, Alteration, Light Armor, Restoration, Smithing and Enchanting build
Published
by@BennyMC18
Lvl 50
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Shadow warrior
Skyrim Archery, Stealth, One-handed, Light Armor, Lockpicking and Alchemy build
Published
by@BennyMC18
Lvl 50
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Summoner Tank
Skyrim Conjuration, One-handed, Block, Heavy Armor and Enchanting build
Published
by@BennyMC18

Conjuration, One-handed, Block, Heavy Armor and Enchanting

Lvl 50
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Warcaller
Skyrim Illusion, restoration, alteration, destruction and enchanting build
Published
by@BennyMC18
Create your own Skyrim build
Open the planner and publish it here
Lvl 50
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Plague Warrior
Skyrim Alchemy, One-Handed, Block, Light Armor, Restoration, Speech build
Published
by@BennyMC18
Lvl 63
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Druid
Skyrim build
Published
by@nmcentire
Lvl 44
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Dragon Bane
Skyrim Two Handed Highest Damage Per Hit Tank build
Boss Killer
Endgame
Meta
Solo
Survival
Published / Updated
bySkybound100

This is a min-maxing build. Every single perk, power and equipment is carefully chosen to create this build. Highest damage that a single hit can cause and highest defence and hp possible on the lowest level. It was built with USSEP patch active. No Creation Club content used, only free AE upgrades.

Lvl 75
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The Witcher
Skyrim Two-Handed, Battlemage build
Roleplay
Published / Updated
byShuls

For anyone that wants to roleplay a Witcher. For the Signs I tried to stick to the effects first and look second which is why you see Frost Rune (only one that slows) for base Yrden instead of Lightning Rune since the later only deals dmg and acts more like the alternate mode for Yrden. The only sign for which I couldnt find an equivalent spell was for the alternate mode of Aard which is meant to be a 360° push effect. This is intended for Vanilla.

Lvl 50
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Druid
Skyrim Conjuring Archer build
Challenge
Exploration
Long Range
Minions
Stealth
Published
by@glade
Lvl 40
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shadow lure
Skyrim Shadowscale build
Beginner Friendly
Crime
Melee
Solo
Stealth
Published / Updated
byHalkaun

WORK IN PROGRESS

An assassin heavily inspired by Helgen Bear's Shock Shadowscale build. With some differences.

https://youtu.be/AlAC9bK9FTA

The Fishing Creation is required for this build, but substitutions can be made if you don't mind missing out of the roleplaying aspect.

Lvl 80
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Boethiah's Champion
Skyrim Shadow Spellblade Dark Warrior build
Close Range
Magic
Melee
Roleplay
Stealth
Published
by@LapaduGaming

The Champion is a Dunmer that is a unstoppable force that dominates from the shadows and on the battlefield

Using a blend of spells in Illusion to stay hidden, Destruction for ranged fire attacks, and Alteration to stay in the fight longer

Wielding Goldbrand to finish the fight as a stealthy first strike or a flashy finisher when things go loud

Depending on your roleplay and origin of your Dunmer, they may join the Dark Brotherhood or destroy it

Lvl 80
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The Hunter
Skyrim Hircine Stealth Archer / Werewolf build
Crafting
Exploration
Long Range
Roleplay
Stealth
Published / Updated
by@LapaduGaming

The Hunter is a self-reliant woodsman who worships Hircine and Kyne

Using his bow afar with stealth and precision

When targeted, reposition or use woodcutting axe or dagger

If cornered, become a werewolf and consume to become stronger

Potions to heal and poison to deal extra damage if needed

Goal is to fully build Lakeview Manor

Marry Aela the Huntress

Faendal as a steward

Dog as a hunting companion

Use shouts to control animals or the weather

Lvl 35
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Pure Nord
Skyrim Warhammer barbarian build
Beginner Friendly
Crafting
Melee
Solo
Tank
Published
byJamesQuest
Lvl 80
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Battle Breton
Skyrim Spell-"Axe" 100% Challenge build
Challenge
Crafting
Endgame
Solo
Tank
Published / Updated
byJamesQuest
  • Challenge build for a 100% run (more so just do all the major endgame bosses), with the idea of using a pickaxe as the main weapon.
  • Classic alteration power levelling to get to level 80.
  • For my own "enjoyment" but feel free to have a go as well or try and do a slightly different (probably better) build.
Lvl 41
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Calm & Backstab
Skyrim Illusion Assassin build
Meta
Mind Games
Solo
Stealth
Published / Updated
bySh!

Vanilla Illusion Assassin with infinite Dual-Cast Calm/Pacify, max One-Handed & Magic Resistance. Daggers for stealth and Archery for Dragons, where stealth attacks are ineffective.

Lvl 80
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The Trickster
Skyrim Clavicus Vile Spellsword Vampire build
Close Range
Melee
Mind Games
Roleplay
Wealth
Published / Updated
by@LapaduGaming

A scarred female Imperial vampire who worships Clavicus Vile

She will collect Bittercup, Mask, and Umbra as her daedric artifacts

She uses Illusion spells from the shadows to manipulate her foes

She uses Umbra to attack when enemies approach

She will have any dog companions to distract her enemies

Charming merchants, she will become very wealthy

When push comes to shove, she will use her Vampiric powers

She will make her home at Proudspire Manor

Lvl 80
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The Orc Chief
Skyrim Malacath Warrior build
Crafting
Melee
Mule
Roleplay
Tank
Published / Updated
by@LapaduGaming

A male warrior who follows Malacath Code: Do not steal. Do not murder. Do not attack without reason. Fight with honor. Protect your tribe. Those who break these rules must pay the Blood Price.

The main goal is to complete all related quests with the four Orc strongholds across Skyrim, collect all daedric artifacts of Malacath, and to build your own home using the Hearthfire homes.

Marry Borgakh the Steel Heart

Ghorbash the Iron Hand as a follower

Lvl 50
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John Argonian
Skyrim Pure Argonian build
Challenge
Magic
Roleplay
Solo
Stealth
Published
byJamesQuest
Lvl 40
5 / 9
3 / 9
8 / 12
5 / 6
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Skaal Villager
Skyrim Hunter build
Budget
Challenge
Exploration
Roleplay
Solo
Published
byJamesQuest
Lvl 81
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Stealth BATTLEMAGE
Skyrim STEALTH BATTLEMAGE build
Close Range
Endgame
Long Range
Melee
Stealth
Published / Updated
by@anthonio

Focus on Bound Bow/Dagger for Stealth, One Handed/Drain Spell and Undead Conjuration for regular combat. Utilizes a range of potions and poisons to assist with combat and stealth. Capable of all forms of combat; Melee, Long Range, Stealth, Magic.

Lvl 106
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Arcane Stalker Vampire
Skyrim Stealth based vampire with extensive magic power build
Boss Killer
Magic
Minions
Solo
Stealth
Published / Updated
by@pontonius
Lvl 40
5 / 10
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Redguard of Mzund
Skyrim Heavy Visage of Mzund build
Crafting
Endgame
Roleplay
Solo
Tank
Published
byJamesQuest
Lvl 50
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Sneaky Battle Kitty
Skyrim Heavy stealth archer build
Crafting
Endgame
Solo
Stealth
Tank
Published
byJamesQuest
Lvl 50
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Nightingale Werewolf
Skyrim Stealth Melee with failsafes build
Crime
Melee
Roleplay
Solo
Stealth
Published / Updated
byJamesQuest