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Skyrim Roleplay builds

Builds where character and theme come first and efficiency second. The picks follow the character you have in mind.

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Paladin
Skyrim Heavy Armored Crusader build
Beginner Friendly
Close Range
Magic
Roleplay
Tank
Published
byMisterFreakingSunshine

Holy Knight build that uses the Crusader's set from Skyrim Anniversary. Restoration, Heavy Armor, and Block are great for survival and crowd control. One-Handed is a solid and versatile melee skill. Undead especially fall to you hard thanks to Stendarr's Aura and other Sun spells.

Lvl 21
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Hircin's Champion
Skyrim Combat Archer Werewolf build
Glass Cannon
Roleplay
Published / Updated
by@GastlyPotato

A savage hunter. A single surprise attack followed by a volley of poison-tipped arrows as the prey draws closer. When surrounded and out numbered transform into a deadly werewolf to tear through their ranks.

Lvl 25
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Tomb Purifier
Skyrim Alteration, Restoration, Spellsword build
Budget
Mule
Roleplay
Published / Updated
by@GastlyPotato

A challenging experience for Expert Difficulty. Roleplay a scholar, preserving history and purifying the undead. A tactical fighter, One-handed weapons and a torch or nothing, play reactionally with Quick Reflexes. Plan before engaging: Detect Life/Dead to scout the opposition, flesh spell pre-buff, Turn Undead for crowd control and Wards to recharge Magicka, Soul Trap to "Purify" Draugr. Use whatever Enchanted Gear you find most useful.

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Vaermwulf Ardynveil Septivarr
Skyrim build
Crafting
Melee
Roleplay
Published
byhobarthumperdinck
Lvl 97
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Pure Mage
Skyrim Pure Mage build
Challenge
Long Range
Magic
Minions
Roleplay
Published / Updated
by@salineprune
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Lvl 59
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Frieren
Skyrim Great Mage build
Glass Cannon
Magic
Roleplay
Published / Updated
by@NoahHuls
Lvl 30
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True Warlock Tweak
Skyrim Non-Crafting, Blood-mage, Necromage vampire, warlock build
Magic
Minions
Roleplay
Guide 4 notesPublished / Updated
byMaeloc

This build is a tweak of the "True Warlock" build posted here by @Halkaun.

The changes are designed for play on Adept/Expert.

Spell absorption has been removed; instead, the build relies on the healing power of the Staff of Magnus, Histskin, and Vampiric Drain to sustain mana via Equilibrium.

The melee aspect has been dropped in favor of a purely arcane focus.

No mods, no CC needed.

Thanks to the author of the original build for such magnificent work.

Lvl 28
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Elfo da Floresta
Skyrim Arqueiro Furtivo build
Beginner Friendly
Consumables
Long Range
Roleplay
Stealth
Published / Updated
by@ArisEinstein
Lvl 22
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Nordico
Skyrim Guerreiro Leve build
Beginner Friendly
Melee
Roleplay
Tank
Published / Updated
by@ArisEinstein
Lvl 28
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Orc
Skyrim Guerreiro Pesado build
Beginner Friendly
Melee
Roleplay
Solo
Tank
Published
by@ArisEinstein
Lvl 54
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Bretão
Skyrim Conjurador / Necromante build
AoE
Boss Killer
Magic
Minions
Roleplay
Published / Updated
by@ArisEinstein
Lvl 37
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RedGuard
Skyrim Guerreiro Híbrido build
Beginner Friendly
Long Range
Melee
Roleplay
Published / Updated
by@ArisEinstein

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iMPERIAL
Skyrim Paladino / Clérigo build
AoE
Close Range
Roleplay
Solo
Tank
Published / Updated
by@ArisEinstein
Lvl 40
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Werewolf Mage
Skyrim Spellcaster build
Budget
Glass Cannon
Magic
Roleplay
Solo
Published
byJamesQuest
Lvl 80
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Ysmir
Skyrim Heavy Armor Fighter build
Crafting
Endgame
Roleplay
Solo
Tank
Published / Updated
byCharlie

Ultimate canon Last Dragonborn build. Well-rounded Nord fighter. Stormcloaks, Dawnguard, Companions, College of Winterhold.

Lvl 38
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Magician
Skyrim Agile Caster build
Consumables
Glass Cannon
Roleplay
Wealth
Published / Updated
byBINHO

Mive fast to stay alive, kill everything with fire and lightning, avoid fights with humanoids unless quest locked, You're not a murderer.

Lvl 80
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Vigilant of Stendarr
Skyrim Two-Handed Cleric build
Magic
Melee
Roleplay
Tank
Team Player
Published
by@LapaduGaming

The Vigilant wields Stendarr's hammer, admittedly a difficult but powerful weapon to wield

The hammer will slow the user down, draining their stamina per swing as it has a carry weight of 100

The hammer should only really be used when enemies approach, not to chase down

Using a mixture of ranged Destruction Fire magic and Restoration, the Vigilant will use these spells to destroy any undead and daedrea princes and their worshippers

Lvl 80
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The Silver Slayer
Skyrim Crossbow / Two-Handed Undead Hunter build
Close Range
Consumables
Crafting
Roleplay
Tank
Published
by@LapaduGaming

Inspired by BADCompanySarge, the Silver Slayer is a hunter of the undead, vampires, daedrea, and werewolves

This build focuses on everything silver from weapons, armor, and jewelry, fully enchanted to give an edge over the dead

This build does not use any magic and is susceptible to magic to give some healthy challenge against mages and vampires

This is not a stealth archer build as wielding heavy armor and a two-handed sword compliments the crossbow

Lvl 34
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Skull Crusher
Skyrim Barbarian build
Challenge
Close Range
Crafting
Glass Cannon
Roleplay
Published
by@cloud_district_enjoyer

Brutal and deadly but with a heart of gold she will tend to the needy and helpless. Since she was a kid she dreamed of traveling to skyrim someday, a provenance that she heard was blessed by Malacath himself. Her time with the legion forged her to become a great warrior and a talented blacksmith. Special attacks: Malacath's offering: berserker rage + soul tear + power attacks. Trembling hearts: disarming bash + dismay + veggie soup + sweep.

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 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 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 61
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Light Paladin
Skyrim Elven One-Handed Warrior&Archer build
Long Range
Magic
Roleplay
Solo
Tank
Published
by@Tavor

This Breton Light Paladin blends swift mobility with divine destruction. Outfitted in light Elven armor, you use Breton Magic Resistance to shrug off spells while weaving Restoration magic (healing, Sun Fire, and undead turning) into fast-paced combat. You snipe with Auriel's Bow, then rush in with Dawnbreaker and Auriel's Shield to blast foes back with holy shockwaves.