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Character Build: The Raider

Tags: #Character Build Dual-Wield  #Character Build Archer  #Character Build Villain  #Race:Redguard  #Rank:Exemplar  #Albino Skyrim Build  #Mounted Combat 
  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Like I said, Mallus Maccius makes for a good fence, so I had no trouble selling my stuff off to him. I didn't bother with a follower; they'd have trouble keeping up with you on horseback. And yeah, the picture of the guy holding the rifle does kinda break the atmosphere. I didn't notice the rifle until after the fact, but I still thought it was a cool picture to use. I might trade it out for something else though. Glad you liked the build!

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Glad I found this because you saved me from making this exact build. (Except I was going to swap Smithing for Block and use Targe of the Blooded.) I like it.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    2H on horseback is actually the most viable because of the weapon's reach. Ponty's Horseman does it pretty well. I think I am going to play this build, and be a little sad that I can't post my the-exact-same build.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Particularly since burst damage is much more relevant than DPS on horseback, warhammer would definitely be the way to go for a horseback 2H build.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Sorry I stole your build!

    And yeah, between the Raider and the Horseman, the Horseman is better optimized for mounted combat. Being on a horse negates pretty much all of the disadvantages that two-handers have relative to one-handed weapons, and heavy armor's probably a better choice overall than light. That being said, I was aiming more for aesthetics with this build.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    No worries, I really like what you put together! And I agree, horse combat is optimized for 2H, but this build is a really neat aesthetic. (To be completely honest, a recent Warband playthrough is exactly why I wanted to make this build!)

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Glad you liked it! I've never actually played Warbrand, but I did manage to throw a Mount & Blade picture in there.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Thanks! If you're gonna ditch the Ebony Helmet, a Dragon Priest Mask is a good choice (particularly Rahgot or Otar, or even Nahkriin for the aesthetic value), but might I suggest the Masque of Clavicus Vile as an alternative? It looks pretty beastly when paired with Ebony Armor. Also, are you gonna go for the Ebony Mail or Blade? I can't imagine the Mail being too useful, but the Blade is probably a solid option.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Yeah, seriously. I love the look of Ebony weapons.

  • Member
    November 18, 2013

    Them being the Dragon Priest Masks? I bet Nahkriin (the ebony one) and Konahrik (the gold one) would look good with the armor.