Do the Thalmor want the Imperials to win?

They don't want either side to win. The a Thalmor want the Empire and Stormcloaks to keep fighting each other rather then focus on them.

Are the Thalmor allied with the Imperials?

The thalmor are only allies with the empire to gain military and political strength. And the empire puts up with it because it's exactly what they need too. The empire was nearly destroyed in the Great War.

Do the Imperials defeat the Thalmor?

But it's important to realise that the Thalmor did NOT defeat the Empire. They had huge success early on because of the above reasons, but onces the Empire got it's weight going, they slaughtered the Dominion's armies, totally wiping out their forces in Cyrodiil.

Do the Thalmor leave if Stormcloaks win?

Thalmor patrols hauling Stormcloaks to prison will no longer be present. Encountering the Thalmor in the field, however, is still possible, and they will now be hostile. The Thalmor will no longer have a Markarth presence. Ancano will remain in the College of Winterhold until you complete the Archmage quest there.

What is the Thalmors ultimate goal?

Main goal. The Thalmor see the races of man as inferior to mer. In their eyes, they seek to pacify and purify all of Tamriel, to bring about a new Merethic Era in which Mer rule over Man.

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Do the Thalmor want to end the world?

The main thing, fueld by Kirkbride's outside work on the lore, is the belief that ALL Thalmor wish to unmake the world, in order to return to Aetherius, where they were godlike Aedric spirits.

Do all High Elves support the Thalmor?

While this is explained by the fact that not all High Elves are necessarily Thalmor, it's still strange that there's no special interaction at any point between the High Elf Dragonborn and a Thalmor agent.

Does whiterun get destroyed if you join the Imperials?

Along the city wall of the Plains District, the Imperial Legion will be returning fire with their own catapults. The streets will be busy with citizens running back to their houses and city guards making ready to fight the enemy. Whiterun will suffer great destruction during the battle.

Which side is better in Skyrim?

Imperials Stand A Better Chance Against The Aldmeri Dominion

While the Civil War is the focal point for major conflicts throughout Skyrim, the Stormcloaks aren't the only imminent threat facing the Empire.

Do the Thalmor want Ulfric to win?

No they don't. They make it clear in thier dossier on Ulfric. A Stormcloak victory is to be avoided. If Ulfric were to win then you have a bunch of nationalistic Nords yearning for Thalmor blood.

What happens to Skyrim if Imperials win?

If the Stormcloaks win, Skyrim becomes completely destabilized and the Dominion will face little unified danger when trying to conquer the frozen north. If the Empire wins, the people of Skyrim will be part of a much larger, much stronger united front against the Elven invaders.

Does General Tullius hate the Thalmor?

Tullius also despises the Thalmor, and believes the Stormcloak Rebellion is a mere interlude in the Empire's real conflict with the Aldmeri Dominion, even going so far as to remark that they almost make him want to throw in with the Stormcloaks.

Do Imperials hate the Thalmor?

Contrary to what the Stormcloaks say, the Empire HATES the Thalmor. They just do what the Thalmor tell them to do so they can have peace and prepare for war once more.

Is Ulfric helping the Thalmor?

Although Ulfric despises the Thalmor, in many ways it could be said that his behavior and actions are helping the Thalmors achieve what they want in Skyrim. If the province became independent from the Empire, it would be easier for the Aldmeri Dominion to conquer it.

Who are the bad guys in Skyrim Imperial or Stormcloak?

Imperials are the Government. They try and rule over the land, making it peaceful. They want to outlaw Talos worship so they won't be invaded by a giant Thalmor army again, and possibly lose Cyrrodil. Stormcloaks are the 'outlaws'.

Why do the Stormcloaks hate the Thalmor?

The Thalmor detest both the Empire and the Stormcloaks because they're human. The Empire hates the Thalmor because the latter make no secret of hating humans, launched a devastating and unprovoked war against the Empire, have been working to dismantle Imperial influence, etc.

What is the strongest faction in Skyrim?

Who is the hardest to beat in Skyrim?

Karstaag is the undisputed toughest enemy in all of Skyrim. This optional frost troll boss has his level locked at 90, with absolutely no scaling. His health is 4000, and his regeneration rate is better than that of a normal troll.

Which Skyrim ending is canon?

So, the 'fact' that he then went to Akavir is just speculation in the games own universe. But, in Skyrim's DB questline you have the option (though it's well hidden) to destroy the Dark Brotherhood and in doing so you save the Emperor's life. Which ending is canon.

What side does Whiterun choose?

Quick Links. The first major battle in the Civil War for Skyrim is the Battle for Whiterun. Unlike many of the province's other Hold Capitals, Jarl Balgruuf the Greater had yet to pick a side in the conflict. However, Ulfric Stormcloak forces the Jarl's hand, making Whiterun side with the Empire and the Legion.

Can you become Jarl of Whiterun?

No, it is impossible to become Jarl in Skyrim, unless you have a mod where you become Jarl of some town like Helgen which, to my knowledge, doesn't exist yet.

Can you fail Battle for Whiterun?

If you fail to defend the barricades, you will have to fall back and defend the drawbridge instead. Failing to defend the drawbridge has little consequences, as the quest is impossible to fail unless you die. There will be a percentage count of how many Stormcloak soldiers are left.

Could the Thalmor invade Skyrim?

In Cyrodiil the Thalmor invaded with startling speed, the crippled Empire put up little resistance. Several weeks later a massive Thalmor army invaded Skyrim, the divided and weakened nation was unable to mount an organized defense, the occupation began.

Do the Thalmor fear the Dragonborn?

With the help of paarthurnax or the dragonborn(which has two other dragons under his command), the thalmor might still fear them. The thalmor might not even know what the greybeards are capable of.

Is a High Elf a good Templar?

Altmer (High Elf)

Altmer are naturally Magic focused and make excellent Templars, DPS based or otherwise. They are adept with the Destruction Staff (which we'll talk about in the Gear section) to the point that their Destruction Staff skill levels up 15% faster than other races.