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The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion - All Classes

There are 21 classes to choose from in The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Remastered each with their own unique attributes. See a list of all classes and for all classes explained.

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List of All Classes

All Classes
Warrior Class IconWarrior Barbarian Class IconBarbarian Crusader Class IconCrusader Knight Class IconKnight
Archer Class IconArcher Scout Class IconScout Rogue Class IconRogue Mage Class IconMage
Sorcerer Class IconSorcerer Battlemage Class IconBattlemage Healer Class IconHealer Spellsword Class IconSpellsword
Witchhunter Class IconWitchhunter Nightblade Class IconNightblade Thief Class IconThief Agent Class IconAgent
Acrobat Class IconAcrobat Assassin Class IconAssassin Monk Class IconMonk Pilgrim Class IconPilgrim
Bard Class IconBard

Warrior Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Strength
Endurance
Major Skills
Armorer Athletics
Blade Block
Blunt Hand-to-Hand
Heavy Armor

Warriors are amazing melee fighters that use Heavy Armor to survive in the thick of the melee. They are powerful damage dealers that can tank hits due to their focus on raising their Strength and Endurance stats.

Best Warrior Build

Barbarian Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Strength
Speed
Major Skills
Armorer Athletics
Blade Block
Blunt Hand-to-Hand
Light Armor

Barbarians are lightly armored melee combatants that can dish out a lot of punishment using two-handed weapons. Much like the Warrior, they prioritize Strength as a primary attribute, all while staying speedy and nimble by investing in Speed and Athletics.

Best Barbarian Build

Crusader Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Strength
Willpower
Major Skills
Athletics Blade
Blunt Destruction
Hand-to-Hand Heavy Armor
Restoration

Crusaders are melee spellcaster hybrids that focus on being tanks and using support magic in battle. They are very durable in their Heavy Armor and any damage they incur is easily healed using Restoration spells.

Best Crusader Build

Knight Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Strength
Personality
Major Skills
Blade Block
Blunt Hand-to-Hand
Heavy Armor Illusion
Speechcraft

The Knight is charismatic warrior archetype that relies heavily on their swordsmanship and Illusion magic to conquer the battlefield. Outside of combat, they are very personable, easily winning the favor of both friend and foe alike.

Best Knight Build

Archer Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Agility
Strength
Major Skills
Armorer Blade
Blunt Hand-to-Hand
Light Armor Marksman
Sneak

The classic Stealth Archer archetype, utilizing Sneak and Bow marksmanship to decimate foes from afar. The Archer also carries a Shortsword and Light Shield to fend off enemies who get too close.

Best Archer Build

Scout Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Speed
Endurance
Major Skills
Acrobatics Alchemy
Armorer Athletics
Blade Block
Light Armor

Scouts excel in Athletics and Acrobatics, complementing their Blade skills in battle. They also use Alchemy for crafting potent potions and poisons, and Armorer to keep their gear in top shape.

Best Scout Build

Rogue Class Overview

Specialization Combat
Favored Attributes Speed
Personality
Major Skills
Alchemy Athletics
Blade Block
Illusion Light Armor
Mercantile

Rogues excel at agile combat, using Shortswords and dodges, while also using Illusion both in and out of combat. In battle, Illusion Spells can disrupt enemy ranks, and outside combat, they help turn foes into allies by charming their disposition.

Best Rogue Build

Mage Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Intelligence
Willpower
Major Skills
Alchemy Alteration
Conjuration Destruction
Illusion Mysticism
Restoration

The Mage relies mainly on casting spells to deal damage to enemies, summon minions, and defend itself.

Best Mage Build

Sorcerer Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Intelligence
Endurance
Major Skills
Alchemy Alteration
Conjuration Destruction
Heavy Armor Mysticism
Restoration

Sorcerers excel in magic while also having a lot of durability thanks to their affinity with equipping Heavy Armor. The Sorcerer class is ideal to choose if you want a beefy spellcaster.

Best Sorcerer Build

Battlemage Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Strength
Intelligence
Major Skills
Alchemy Alteration
Blade Blunt
Conjuration Destruction
Mysticism

Battlemages prioritize heading into the thick of battle, using magic as a support to enhance their combat abilities. The Battlemage is ideal for those who want to use defensive spells to make themselves unkillable and Conjuration magic to fight with summons.

Best Battlemage Build

Healer Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Personality
Willpower
Major Skills
Alchemy Alteration
Destruction Illusion
Mercantile Restoration
Speechcraft

Healers excel at using Restoration spells to heal themselves to survive enemy attacks. They are also great at persuading people and bartering shops for a better deal.

Best Healer Build

Spellsword Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Willpower
Endurance
Major Skills
Alteration Blade
Block Destruction
Heavy Armor Illusion
Restoration

Spellswords excel at dealing damage with both magic and melee, integrating Destruction Spells and close-quarters sword and shield martial prowess.

Best Spellsword Build

Witchhunter Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Intelligence
Agility
Major Skills
Alchemy Athletics
Conjuration Destruction
Marksman Mysticism
Security

The Witchhunter specializes on wielding a bow while also being able to use magic to complement their sharpshooting skills.

Best Witchhunter Build

Nightblade Class Overview

Specialization Magic
Favored Attributes Willpower
Speed
Major Skills
Acrobatics Alteration
Athletics Blade
Destruction Light Armor
Restoration

Nightblades are quick and nimble which are perfect for sneaking around and running while also having good magic output. If you want an assassin mage with quick movement, the Nightblade class is made for you.

Best Nightblade Build

Thief Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Speed
Agility
Major Skills
Acrobatics Light Armor
Marksman Mercantile
Security Sneak
Speechcraft

Thieves specialize in stealthy ranged combat, while also being great at sneaking into places to steal things. They can then sell their stolen goods to fences and use the gold they get to purchase more legitimate goods.

Best Thief Build

Agent Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Personality
Agility
Major Skills
Acrobatics Illusion
Marksman Mercantile
Security Sneak
Speechcraft

The Agent utilizes Illusion spells to further enhance their ability to Infiltrate and Persuade. They are also great Marksmen in case they need to ambush and pick off enemies from afar.

Best Agent Build

Acrobat Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Agility
Endurance
Major Skills
Acrobatics Blade
Block Marksman
Security Sneak
Speechcraft

Acrobats are nimble fighters that can utilize both ranged and bladed weapons. However, they're better off using bows due to the innate Agility bonus that they get.

Acrobat Class Guide

Assassin Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Speed
Intelligence
Major Skills
Acrobatics Alchemy
Blade Light Armor
Marksman Security
Sneak

Assassins are versatile combatants thanks to their proficiencies in ranged and bladed weapons. They also excel at creating potions that can be used to either enhance their capabilities or debilitate their enemies.

Assassin Class Guide

Monk Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Agility
Willpower
Major Skills
Acrobatics Alteration
Athletics Hand-to-Hand
Marksman Security
Sneak

Monks rely on fast attacks and nimble movement when fighting enemies using only their fists. They can also use alteration spells to buff themselves.

Best Monk Build

Pilgrim Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Personality
Endurance
Major Skills
Armorer Block
Blunt Light Armor
Mercantile Security
Speechcraft

Pilgrims focus mainly on exploring, bartering, and interacting, but still have decent combat capabilities.

Best Pilgrim Build

Bard Class Overview

Specialization Stealth
Favored Attributes Personality
Intelligence
Major Skills
Alchemy Blade
Block Illusion
Light Armor Mercantile
Speechcraft

The Bard is a good mix of persuasiveness, combat, and spellcasting.

Best Bard Build

What are Classes?

Character Archetypes

Classes

Classes are character archetypes that have a unique set of attributes, strengths, and weaknesses. Each class offer players a unique gaming experience via gameplay and playstyle.

Can You Change Classes?

Classes Cannot Be Changed After Exiting the Sewer

Change Class

The only time players are given a chance to change classes is before they leave the sewer in the tutorial or the first part of the story. Upon exiting the sewer, a message will pop out asking players if they want to change classes as well as their character's identity and birthsign before proceeding.

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