Is Whiterun based on LoTR?

Yeah, Whiterun is totally based on LoTR. It looks vey similar to Edoras and there is the dead tree in the middle like in Minas Tirith.

What was Whiterun inspired by?

Whiterun is influenced to the heart by Dragestil, shadows of Art Nouveau, and many Scandinavian themes and secrets. Gaming architecture is another world to explore, and we have a few more cities in Skyrim to explore and learn about.

Is Whiterun in Skyrim based on Rohan?

Whiterun & Edoras

It bears a strong resemblance to the capital of Rohan that first appears in The Two Towers. For starters, Dragonsreach and Meduseld are the main halls of the two cities and are both at the top of a hill and are constructed mainly from wood.

Is Whiterun a kingdom?

Skyrim had split into two separate kingdoms which would later affect the province for the next few years. The city of Whiterun, as well as the Whiterun Hold region, would join the Western Skyrim Kingdom.

What region is Whiterun in?

Whiterun is a city in central Skyrim, and will be the first major city the player arrives at when following the main quest. The city is split into three major districts, the Plain District, the Wind District and the Cloud District.

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What is the closest dragon to Whiterun?

Shearpoint is located high in the mountains east of Whiterun, and is home to not only a dragon, but the Dragon Priest Krosis as well.

Why is Whiterun neutral?

Allegiance. Initially, Jarl Balgruuf decides not to join either side in the Civil War, making Whiterun neutral.

Is Whiterun Imperial or Stormcloak?

As for why Whiterun is counted as an Imperial city on the map, it's because "officially" counting yourself as an Imperial city gives you more breathing room and less strict controls, with the Imperials being spread thin as they are over the entirety of Skyrim.

Why is Lydia not in Whiterun?

When you become Thane of Whiterun Lydia is automatically assigned to you as explained by the Jarl. She is usually in Dragonsreach and when you leave you should see her. If you can not find her wait a while at Dragonsreach for her to appear. If you have Breezehome she should follow you there.

Does Whiterun get destroyed if you side with Imperials?

Whiterun will suffer great destruction during the battle. Severio Pelagia will be killed and his home, as well as Heimskr's, will be destroyed.

Who is the red haired woman in Whiterun?

The Redguard woman in question is Saadia, who resides in The Bannered Mare tavern of Whiterun - the very city the Alik'r were barred from entering.

What planet is Skyrim based on?

The Elder Scrolls games primarily take place on the continent of Tamriel, located on the planet of Nirn.

Is Jarl Balgruuf Dragonborn?

He is perhaps the second Jarl the Dragonborn meets in game, after Ulfric Stormcloak, as well as one of their first allies. Originally neutral during the Skyrim Civil War, he later sides with the Imperial Legion after learning Ulfric Stormcloak's true intentions.

Is there a dragon under whiterun?

Dragon Under Whiterun is a single quest that takes the Dragonborn under Whiterun in search of a treasure that legends say is guarded by a dragon.

Who is the homeless guy in Whiterun?

Brenuin is a Redguard beggar and drunkard living in the city of Whiterun. He wants someone to steal a rare Argonian ale from The Bannered Mare, the local inn. He offers a healing potion in return.

Who is the religious guy in Whiterun?

Heimskr is a Nord priest of Talos in Whiterun. He can usually be found in the Wind District, in front of the shrine of Talos. Heimskr spends his days delivering loud, passionate sermons on Talos and his relationship to the Nordic race.

Is Lydia the worst follower in 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.

Can I make Lydia my wife?

To marry Lydia in Skyrim you need to own Breezehome in Whiterun and wear an Amulet of Mara. Assuming those conditions are met, follow the dialogue tree when Lydia says, “Is that an amulet of Mara? I'm surprised someone like you isn't spoken for”, by replying, “Interested in me, are you?”

Can you marry Lydia as a woman in Skyrim?

In Skyrim, you can marry anyone of any gender or race.

Is Ulfric a puppet of the Thalmor?

10 Villain: Thalmor Puppet

Ulfric seems completely blind to this, yet it's even hinted in the game that the Thalmor are using him to their advantage.

Who is better to side with in Skyrim?

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.

Does Whiterun ever get fixed?

Yes and no, it usually took a while for things to get repaired in the real world, years in fact, but you can in fact be playing for years and it doesn't get repaired...

Can you lose Whiterun?

It is impossible to lose unless you die. If you are an imperial, the first barricade will fall but the soldiers wont get to the gate. If you are a stormcloack, the NPCs will make their way and defeat Balgruf.

Can you take Whiterun peacefully?

Whiterun is the one hold that is completely neutral, so likewise it's a hotly contested battleground between the Stormcloaks and the Empire. Fortunately you don't have to continue the storyline if you don't want to, and as a previous answer says, you can just duck out of the battle as it's taking place.

Should I destroy the AXE of whiterun?

Two-handed weapons are often very slow and don't deal enough damage to be worth using. As soon as players obtain a better weapon, it's a good idea to sell the Axe of Whiterun, allowing for some extra inventory space.