In Oblivion Remastered, picking your race is no longer just a flavor choice—now, it shapes your entire adventure. With a revamped Origins system, every decision you make reverberates through Cyrodiil, from brawling in the wilds to sneaking through shadowy corridors. Whether you crave brute strength, arcane supremacy, or acrobatic finesse, your ideal build awaits. Here’s the ultimate guide to the best race and origin pairings for every kind of hero.
Every race in Oblivion Remastered sports two unique origins, each loaded with custom perks and stat boosts. Think of origins as your secret sauce—choose right, and you’ll turn every challenge into a highlight reel moment before you even emerge from the sewers. Make your pick carefully; it will define your journey from day one.
If you believe the best solution is a bigger hammer, the Orc Stronghold origin is absolutely your speed. With sky-high Strength and Endurance, you’re a one-orc demolition crew. Berserker Rage lets you turn any skirmish into a legendary slugfest—no need for diplomacy when you can just swing harder.
Runner-ups: Redguard (Dragontail Mountains) for nimble warriors, or Nord (Western) if you want to add a frosty punch to your melee mayhem.
If you solve problems from a distance, the Wood Elf from Reaper’s March is your perfect marksman. High Agility and Speed keep you nimble, while your animal companion makes sure you’re never outnumbered. With a hefty bonus to marksmanship, every arrow counts—just don’t expect to win any arm-wrestling contests in heavy armor.
Also consider: Khajiit (Pellitine) for extra stealth, or Dark Elf (Vvardenfell) for a side of spellcasting with your archery.
If “more magicka” is your motto, the High Elf from Summerset Isle delivers. With a huge magicka pool and a serious boost to Destruction magic, you’re Tamriel’s walking natural disaster—just watch out for your own elemental weaknesses.
Pro tip: Pair with the Atronach birthsign for even more magicka absorption (and the occasional magical misfire).
Alternative: Breton (Systres) for a spellcaster who values survival as much as firepower.
If you consider the shadows your second home, the Khajiit from Anequina is your go-to. High Agility, a Sneak boost, and Night-Eye as standard mean you’re a ghost in the dark. Forget torches—your whiskers are your guide.
Stealth tip: Keep it dark, keep it quiet—the night is yours.
If you want to dabble in everything—melee, magic, and marksman—the Dark Elf from Vvardenfell is your ticket. Balanced stats, solid resistances, and the freedom to mix and match playstyles let you adapt to whatever Tamriel throws your way.
Every race and origin combo unlocks a new approach to adventure in Oblivion Remastered. Whether you’re smashing, sneaking, or spell-slinging, your legend starts with how you build your hero. So—what kind of story will you write in this new Tamriel?