The Elder Scrollsfranchise is famous for expansive world-building, including hundreds of unique NPCs, enemies, and creatures to discover. WhileThe Elder Scrolls 6is still in development, the hope is that Bethesda will add more playable races to the pantheon that has existed in the franchise for years. Some fans who also enjoyThe Elder Scrolls Onlinemight know that the franchise has dozens of different humanoid creatures who would be a perfect fit as playable races. From Spiderkith to half-giants, more playable races would be a significant upgrade forThe Elder Scrolls 6.
For years, the playable races inThe Elder Scrollsfranchise have been primarily left untouched and emphasize human characters overall. TheArgonians and Khajitare the only two playable races that are non-human, and they have notably received less in-game representation than their human counterparts. WhileElder Scrollsfans are debating whetherThe Elder Scrolls 6should take place in Hammerfell or High Rock, there is ample possibility that the game will allow players to travel to multiple provinces. This development would allow more playable races to exist, giving players access to unique playstyles and storytelling potential.
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Harpies
Harpies have been a mainstay of fantasy lore, includingThe Elder Scrollsfranchise. While they’re frequently encountered inThe Elder Scrolls Onlineas low-level enemies, it would be awesome to play as a character with harpy-like abilities. Harpies have quite complex lore in the franchise - it’s rumored that the creatures were once a group ofcruel Daedra worshipperswho were turned into bird-like creatures. Funnily enough, relations between harpies and humans have occurred inElder Scrollslore, creating the possibility for a playable race.
Lilmothiit
The Lilmothiit are part ofElder Scrollshistory but have not been included in any game. Alsoknown as “Fox-Folk,” the Lilmothiitare a race of vulpine-humanoid creatures who once inhabited the Black Marsh - another location rumored to be included inThe Elder Scrolls 6.They are a nomadic tribal group rumored to be related to the Khajit and created the settlements of Lilmoth and Blackrose that are accessible inThe Elder Scrolls Online.While the race is possibly extinct, early concept art fromESOestablishes the possibility that the Lilmothiit were supposed to become part of the franchise at one point.
Fauns
Fauns are a race of “beast folk” creatures resembling some elements of the Satyr from Greek Mythology. They can be found inThe Elder Scrolls Onlinein High Isle and Galen. While Fauns are rumored to be druidic and connected to nature spirits, their trickster nature has caused violent clashes with Bretons. Fauns can control nature magic, call Spriggans to their aid, and are known to play the pan flute. Given the prevalence ofrunic and nature magic inThe Elder Scrolls,it would be awesome to play a race that could emphasize that connection and add some mischief.
Spiderkith
The Elder Scrolls 6could also introduce playable Daedric characters into the mix. One possible choice is the Spiderkith, a race of humanoid Daedra who serve Mephala, the Daedric Prince associated with murder, intrigue, and lies. Spiderkith inThe Elder Scrolls Online: Summersetare able to use magic and martial abilities, weave webs, and raise spiders to aid in combat or keep them as pets. Spiderkith feed on mortal flesh as well, possibly giving players powers similar to the Ring of Namira inSkyrim.Not to forget, Spiderkith are also some of the coolest-looking creatures inElder Scrollslore.
Half-Sea Giants
AnyElder Scrolls Onlineplayer who has worked with the personal bodyguard of theemperor Lyris Titanborn, has met a half-giant. While typical half-giants aren’t all too different from the humanoid races, half-sea giants are another story. Sea giants are near-mythological creatures who sail the seas of Tamriel in massive longboats. They harness powerful shock and frost magic and are rumored to be able to control water. A playable half-sea giant race could receive special boosts to magic, resistance to cold, buffs to strength, and hail from the Sea of Ghosts or Ysmgar’s Beach in Western Skyrim.
Hadolids
Hadolids are the ultimate way to honor the iconicSkyrimmudcrabs. The Hadolids are a race of amphibious, crablike beast folk native to the Abcean Sea, the body of water between Cyrodil, Hammerfell, Summerset Isle, and Valenwood. The Hadolid race can live underwater for long periods and wield powerful water-based magic and weapons. Hadolids are featured inTheElder Scrolls Online: High Isleexpansion packand are commonly seen alongside lizard-like companions called Pangrits. Not only are Hadolids an incredible race to explore, but they could justify expanding undersea exploration inThe Elder Scrolls 6.
The Elder Scrolls 6is in development.
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