I wouldn't worry too much about the 'meta' in ESO, especially if you're not intending to do high end content. It's by no means 'meta' but I play a Breton Nightblade who specialises in using a pair of daggers and a bow in battle...and tapping into stamina rather magicka. It leaves me at a disadvantage compared to what would be considered 'meta' but it's the playstyle and overall 'class fantasy' that I enjoy most.