I am making one and would appreciate some tips to pay for my gear and supplies. I also would like advice on how to build it, and what perks are good or not. Or if you know a good guide, that's okay to link too. I made a high elf named Dhzigurda and just killed the Whiterun dragon. Planning on doing the beginning of the College of Winterhold quests soon after I do some more of the main quest. Also, are smithing, alchemy, illusion, alteration, sneak, heavy/light armor any useful for a mage build? I plan on using conjuration and destruction for my offense. Advice appreciated. Smarmy comments are not.