Who *doesn’t* play as an archer?

I see loads of people talk about their playthroughs as stealth archers, and I that’s awesome! It’s one I want to try on a future playthrough.

But, I personally hate archery, have never built a stealth archer, only really get the perks as far as “zoom using stamina”.

Anyone else avoid using archery where possible? And if so, what is your preferred alternative fighting style? I prefer one-handed melee (especially with the perk of decapitation) and magic combo.