The races are:

  • Altmer (High Elf) – Natives of Summerset Isles.
  • Argonian – Natives of Black Marsh.
  • Bosmer (Wood Elf) – Natives of Valenwood.
  • Breton – Natives of High Rock.
  • Dunmer (Dark Elf) – Natives of Morrowind.
  • Imperial – Natives of Cyrodiil.
  • Khajiit – Natives of Elsweyr.
  • Nord – Natives of Skyrim.

What is the best race for a mage in Oblivion?

Bretons are a lot more durable thanks to their magic resistance and Shield power. Altmer have more magicka but are weak to spells. I would say the Breton is overall stronger because the extra magicka you get with an Altmer isn’t realy a big deal. Altmer still make fine mages though.

How many races are there in Oblivion?

Of all the races in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, there are ten playable races open to the Hero of Kvatch, the game’s protagonist. Most characters fall into one of these races. Dremora are abundant in Oblivion, although almost entirely hostile.

How many playable races are there in the Elder Scrolls?

There have been 10 playable races in every Elder Scrolls game except The Elder Scrolls: Arena and The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall, where Imperials and Orcs were not a playable race. Because Oblivion is partially set in the realms of Oblivion, more Dremora are encountered than in previous titles, where they are merely summoned by Conjuration magic.

Do you have to pick a class in Oblivion?

Before venturing past the sewers of the Imperial City, your character will need to pick a class. Unlike Skyrim, Oblivion requires that you choose a specific class, birthsign, and race before venturing out into the world.

Is endurance the best class for Oblivion?

So long as you increase your Endurance every time you level up, you should be able to survive most of the monsters Oblivion throws your way. If you want to weave spells or stealth in general gameplay, you’re better off with another class.