Patch 11.0.5 Now Live
Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
In The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO), races play a significant role in character creation, offering unique passive abilities, lore, and cultural backgrounds. Each race belongs to one of the game's three alliances (though this can be bypassed with the "Any Race, Any Alliance" upgrade). Heres a breakdown of the playable races in ESO: Aldmeri Dominion Races Altmer (High Elves) - Traits: Increased Magicka, spell damage, and experience gain in Destruction Staff. - Lore: Native to Summerset Isles, they pride themselves on purity and magical prowess. Bosmer (Wood Elves) - Traits: Increased Stamina, stealth detection, and poison resistance. - Lore: Forest-dwellers of Valenwood, known for their agility and connection to nature. Khajiit - Traits: Increased Stamina recovery, stealth bonuses, and critical damage. - Lore: Feline humanoids from Elsweyr, known for their trade, agility, and moon-sugar addiction. Daggerfall Covenant Races Breton - Traits: Strong Magicka resistance, reduced spell cost, and increased healing. - Lore: Humans from High Rock, gifted in magic and diplomacy. Orsimer (Orcs) - Traits: Increased Health, melee damage, and reduced sprint cost. - Lore: Fierce warriors from Orsinium, known for strength and honor. Redguard - Traits: Increased Stamina, sword/shield expertise, and poison/disease resistance. - Lore: Seafaring warriors from Hammerfell, masters of combat. Ebonheart Pact Races Dunmer (Dark Elves) - Traits: Balanced Magicka/Stamina bonuses, fire resistance, and flame damage. - Lore: Ashlanders and Great House members from Morrowind, resilient and adaptable. Argonian - Traits: Increased Healing received, swimming speed, and disease/poison immunity. - Lore: Reptilian natives of Black Marsh, expert survivors and alchemists. Nord - Traits: Increased Health, frost resistance, and ultimate generation. - Lore: Hardy warriors from Skyrim, resistant to cold and strong in battle. Neutral Race (Unlocked via DLC) Imperial (Requires Imperial Edition or Crown Store unlock) - Traits: Increased Health/Stamina, gold find, and reduced cost of all abilities. - Lore: The ruling race of Cyrodiil, disciplined and versatile. Key Notes: Alliance Choice: Normally, races are tied to alliances, but the "Any Race, Any Alliance" feature (purchasable) allows flexibility. Best Race for Roles: - Magicka DPS: Altmer, Dunmer, Breton - Stamina DPS: Khajiit, Redguard, Orc - Tank: Nord, Imperial, Argonian - Healer: Breton, Argonian, Altmer Would you like recommendations for a specific build or playstyle?
In The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO), races play a significant role in character creation, offering unique passive abilitie...
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Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
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