Over the course of Skyrim, and previous titles lifespans, people have often adopted a preferred playstyle, a combination that suits them the best. Different aesthetics apply to different people, and before you know it, everyone has their own unique style.
As for myself, I've tended to lean towards a Breton Spellsword or Battlemage that are perhaps wanderer's or scholars donning light to no armor at all.
What's your "Perfect Playstyle"? What combination has suited you best throughout Skyrim and other Elder Scrolls games? Feel free to share below, and please stay on topic, and remember, this topic is not for arguments, only for people to share their opinions below.
I tried out a warrior play-through before.. wasn't really for me. I definitely find that I have more fun being a mage, Breton. Usually the sneaky type, who uses illusion/conjuration based magic as their weapon, also robes are a must. But I suppose I use the odd heavy gauntlet here and there :)
Sniping some poor fool in the back with a bow/crossbow from the comfort of the shadows.
Stealthers see Fighters as fools - rushing about, not surveying the entire situation properly or completely failing to be prepared for the task ahead...
Fighters be like "Got disarmed, what now?"
Mages be like "Ran out of magicka, what now?"
Rogues are like "Chill you fools, I got this." *Disarms traps* *snipes guards* *unlocks door* *goes invis* *grabs treasure*
Fighter & Mage like... "wut?"
I love playing as a thief, no matter the race. Searching for the most valuable treasure while staying undetected. The thrill of stealing jewelry out of a nobleman's pocket in public. And of course, pulling off a grand heist without killing a single person and no one knew you were even there. That and it can be morally gray, you can have good intentions and bad ones, this can open up a lot of options roleplay-wise.
I've tried them all...but prefer melee fighter all the way, either a very fast (steed stone), heavy armored two-hander, or a bit slower (due to light stealth & taking a little more care), light-armored, sword & board. Both are very mobile once engaged, though. I may grab one or two schools of magic waiting until after I'm over 20th, if I take any at all. (Have to admit, I like bound weapons - mostly because I really hate getting disarmed; rare, I know, but I still hate it.)
Race: Altmer
Skills: Alchemy, Sneak, Alteration
Equipment: Clothing, whatever looks the best and has no clipping
Roleplay: Usually good-natured characters, Chaotic Good or Lawful Good
Playstyle: avoiding enemies, disabling them without engaging in direct combat, enhancing abilities with potions. When forced to fight never letting the enemy touch you, utilize environment, potions and magic to always have the upper hand
I played with many kinds of character, but one that suits me best is Nord with two handed weapon (usually Ancient Nord greatsword) and mage armor for better agility. Alteration is ridiculously easy to boost in the early stage of the game and high two-handed level of the Nord is just perfect for such a build. Though, non-violent character with high Illusion skill is also lot of fun, especially if you play as an Orc and decide to do no crimes at all.