I'm returning to Oblivion again, and I intend to start a mage character. I intend to use both Supreme Magicka and L.A.M.E, but what are the other mods that would improve gameplay and aesthetics for a mage?
Midas Magic, if you want a huge selection of unique, flashy (and sometimes silly -> Cheese Atronach ) spells. Fizzle, if you want a more Morrowind-like experience. It gives spells a chance to fail that depends on your skill, attributes and equipment.