Is it possible to change sides in Skyrim?

After retrieving the Jagged Crown you can actually go to the opposing faction to the one you retrieved it with and give them the crown. They will allow you to switch sides with some unique dialogue.

Can you switch sides after joining the Stormcloaks?

Instead of taking it to say, Ulfric, you can instead take it to Tullius and you'll be joined up with the Imperials and betray the Stormcloaks. And vice versa. You can't change anytime before (but it's only one mission so not bad) and you can't change anytime after.

Can you choose both sides in Skyrim?

Yes. So long as you don't join either the Legion or the Stormcloaks you can have both sides at a truce as part of the main quest. This will have seasons unending in the main quest. where both sides agree to a ceasefire until Alduin is dealt with.

Are Stormcloaks or Imperials better?

Pick Imperial if you want to play a character who is originally from a place aside from Skyrim, as it doesn't make sense to fight under a banner that ultimately won't accept you. Pick Stormcloak if you believe the Empire has no right to say what Skyrim denizens can and can't do, especially if you are a Nord.

Can I do both Stormcloaks and Imperials?

One of them is an imperial quest and the other one is stormcloak. You can only join one side or the other. Much like the three great houses in Morrowind, once you join one the other will not like you.

Tullius’s and Ulfric’s Reactions to Jagged Crown Betrayal

Is Ulfric Stormcloak a good guy?

Ulfric is a well-respected Jarl in Skyrim, in fact many, including his enemy General Tullius at one point, considered him a hero. However, like many monarchs, he also has opposition as well; many Imperial loyalists see him as an oppressed leader and seeing him nothing more than a political enemy to the Empire.

Can you avoid the civil war in Skyrim?

Luckily, players who wish to ignore Skyrim's Civil War without choosing the Stormcloaks or Imperials can do so without affecting the main story. Outside of the truce negotiated in "Season Unending", the actual state of the war has no bearing on the Dragonborn's quest to defeat Alduin.

Will I lose Lydia if I join the Stormcloaks?

No, you don't lose anything. She and your baby will both stay safely inside your house until the fight is over and the town is cleaned/repaired.

What is the best side to join in Skyrim?

Who are the bad guys in Skyrim?

Can 2 men marry in Skyrim?

In Skyrim, you can marry anyone of any gender or race. If you're a male Nord, you could marry a male Orc if you wish!

Can you marry 2 wives in Skyrim?

Unfortunately you're only able to have 1 wife. Even if your spouse dies - or if you kill her - you are unable to remarry. Just one spouse, ever. We also have a pretty good Skyrim Marriage guide if you're intersted in more information.

What happens to Whiterun if I join the Stormcloaks?

Siding with the Stormcloaks results in Vignar Grey-Mane becoming the new Jarl of Whiterun, Laila Law-Giver reclaiming her position as the Jarl of Riften, and Skald the Elder retaking his role as Jarl of Dawnstar.

Is the Stormcloaks good or bad?

Stormcloaks are the 'outlaws'. They want Talos worship to remain in Skyrim, as it is part of their old nord traditions. This is banned by the Concordant, so they rebel against the Empire, as they're enforcing it.

What happens if the Imperials win in Skyrim?

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.

Can you save Whiterun side with Stormcloaks?

You can not continue with the Stormcloak quest. Attacking (Stormcloak) or defending (Imperial) Whiterun are your only options if you want to do the civil war quests. You shouldn't worry too much about it, though - the impact of these quests is fairly negligible.

What is the most evil faction in Skyrim?

1 The Thalmor

Everyone knows the evil Thalmor faction are the real threat, but they are too preoccupied with each other to do anything about it. It's the Thalmor who wished to eradicate the worship of Talos.

What is the strongest faction in Skyrim?

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.

How to turn Lydia into a vampire?

In order to turn Lydia into a vampire, players will need to side with Serana and Harkon in the Dawnguard DLC's main quest and become a Volkihar vampire, starting one of Skyrim's best bad guy quests.

Is Lydia worth keeping Skyrim?

Lydia Actually Isn't a Terrible Companion

For that reason, a lot of players choose to keep her around longer than they technically need to. She levels up alongside the Dragonborn until hitting level 50, and makes a great companion for players who prefer ranged attacks and need someone to lead the charge.

What should you avoid in Skyrim?

What is the hardest place in Skyrim?

1 Skuldafn (Past Level 45)

Considering scaling, however, the Skuldafn dungeon is arguably the toughest encounter in all of Skyrim. This is due to Skuldafn being the only dungeon in Skyrim that replaces all draugr with a level-scaled variant.

What happens if you finish the Civil war before main quest?

However, if the Civil War questline has not been completed the Jarl will refuse to help unless there is a reprise in the fighting between the Imperial Legion and the Stormcloaks. For obvious reasons this quest is not triggered if the player has also delivered a decisive victory for one side or another.