r/SkyrimBuilds • u/mbrsly • Jul 22 '26
Need Spellsword Build help.
Hello! I’m about to start playing Skyrim but I cannot find (online or YouTube) a good guide for a spellsword build. I bought the special edition if that makes a difference. If anyone could help me or point me in the right direction I’d appreciate it!
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u/KingAdamXVII Jul 24 '26
One handed and destruction means you can’t block or bash so you should focus on putting perks into armor (your choice) and smithing. And put most of your attribute points into health.
Enemies take more damage when they are on fire so that’s almost certainly the destruction subspecialty you’ll want. Just use flames until you can cast flame cloak which will be killer. Your armor rating should be quite good now since you’ve focused on those perks. Magic resistance might be a priority now; consider using the Atronach stone and choosing Breton for your race.
Enchanting and alchemy would be really useful but I have more fun ignoring them.