Just picked up oblivion...

Hey guys, I just picked up Oblivion and I am looking forward to FINALLY trying out this game that everyone is STILL talking about after all this time.....

I am completly new to RPG's in General so I wanted to ask, what should I expect? Is this going to be a tough experience for me? I know its a long game, but is it slow in the start? what should I do first? what should I not do? etc. etc.

thanks guys.

shoulda stArted with Mass Effect

The way skills increase in Oblivion is linked directly to how much you use them - fight with swords a lot and your skill with them increases. Sneak around a lot and your sneak skill will improve.

Get out of the sewers and then you are free to do pretty much what you want. Have a look in the city or wander around the countryside exploring - its up to you. You can trigger the main plot whenever you want, and aren't forced to do much of it you don't want to.