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Character creation is operationally similar to Oblivion but incorporated a greater level of detail and customization. The Dragonborn's race, weight, gender, and facial structure can be determined via value sliders. The race and gender of the Dragonborn will occasionally affect how the people of Skyrim and beyond react to the them.

Hadvar's comment when he calls the Dragonborn will change based on the race chosen:

Race Hadvar's comment

Altmer "You're not with the Thalmor Embassy, are you, high elf? No, that can't be right..."

Argonian "Are you a relative of one of the Riften dock workers, Argonian?"

Bosmer "Not many wood elves would choose to come alone to Skyrim."

Breton "You from Daggerfall, Breton? Fleeing from some court intrigue?"

Dunmer "Another refugee? Gods really have abandoned your people, dark elf."

Imperial "You're a long way from the Imperial City. What're you doing in Skyrim?"

Khajiit "You with one of the trade caravans, Khajiit? Your kind always seems to find trouble."

Nord "You picked a bad time to come home to Skyrim, kinsman."

Orsimer "You from one of the strongholds, Orc? How did you end up here?"

Redguard "What're you doing here, Redguard? You a sellsword? A sailor from Stros M'Kai?"