Originally Posted by
Calemyr
1) Since you're consoling it, the best way to use magic is to stack as close to 100% of the Fortify X Magic enchantments as you can, particularly with destruction magic as it doesn't increase in power as you gain skill or non-augment perks. Your spells will remain static and end up a bit weak, but they are certainly worth your time if they are cheap/free.
2) Shock is your friend. Next to nothing resist shock, and none of the dragons do. This helps your ranged potential a lot.
3) If you want to cheese an enemy, Dual-cast + Impact will allow you to stunlock virtually anything as long as you have magicka (see note 1).
4) If you don't want to use fortify X enchantments, the combination of the Morokei mask and Archmage robes will give you enough regeneration to use spells with reasonable regularity.
5) Bound sword is a good "jedi" weapon if that's what you're after. It's pure energy, summonable, and quite powerful with the right perks. Plus, if you go armorless, you end up not needing Blacksmithy at all, keeping your level down a little.
6) If you're using stealth, the Silent Spell perk from the Illusion tree (skill 50) is nice. It allows you to drop runes, summon weapons and minions, and the like without attracting the attention of everyone in the next room.