Where does Elder Scrolls Online take place?

The game is set on the continent of Tamriel during the Second Era, but not all places in Tamriel are playable. The events of the game occur a millennium before those of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and around 800 years before The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.

Is Elder Scrolls Online before or after Skyrim?

The Elder Scrolls Online takes place during the Age of Heroes, 1,000 years before the events of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

Is ESO and Skyrim in the same universe?

Let's get this out of the way early, ESO is not Skyrim, and by extension it is not like any other single player Elder Scrolls game. It has many similarities, and of course it takes place in the same universe, but you should not come into this expecting the same play styles you found in those games.

Where does ESO take place in Tamriel?

The world of Elder Scrolls Online takes place on the continent of Tamriel. Tamriel is a continent on the planet Nirn and is also the continent in which all of the previous Elder Scrolls games take place.

In what year does Elder Scrolls Online take place?

583 of the Second Era. Actually its both 582 and 583 depending on the part of story. Some of later DLCS are chronogically later than base game events and its visible that that some time has passed.

Elder Scrolls Lore: ESO in Perspective

Is ESO considered canon?

All lore in ESO is canon. ZOS may skimp on other areas in the game, but lore isn't one of them. They take lore very seriously. In a word, yes, it is canon.

How many years between ESO and Skyrim?

748 years between ESO and Oblivion. 949 years between ESO and Skyrim.

What planet is Tamriel on?

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

Can you go to Skyrim in ESO?

In order to access Western Skyrim, you must own The Elder Scrolls Online: Greymoor chapter or have ESO Plus. If you're exploring the new zone(s) with an existing character, the easiest way to get to the zone is to travel there using a Wayshrine.

Why is Riften so different in ESO?

Riften: Both Riften in Skyrim and Riften in ESO look almost the same. The key difference is that ESO Riften is prior to the city being burned down and rebuilt.

Does the empire exist in ESO?

By the time of Mehrunes Dagon's plot to gather the Four Amibitions, the Empire of Cyrodiil no longer existed as a power, and its government, the Elder Council, was formerly dissolved. When Tiber Septim's conquests happened in the Ninth Century of the Second Era, the Empire had long ceased to exist.

Are you Dragonborn in ESO?

As The Elder Scrolls Online takes place before the return of the Dovahkiin, there is no Dragonborn class in the game.

Does Earth exist in Elder Scrolls?

The planet Earth is not mentioned anywhere in TES lore at all, and it is most likely it doesn't even exist in the TES universe, just as Nirn doesn't exist in ours.

How many years is Skyrim after Oblivion?

To date, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the latest entry in the franchise (chronologically speaking). The game takes place a good 200 years after the events of Oblivion, and the world has changed significantly.

What is the least popular class in ESO?

Necros are one of the least populated, among with wardens. More necros than wardens though.

How many active players are there in ESO?

There are about 336,681 people play Elder Scrolls Online on daily basis and over 3 million monthly active players.

Does Whiterun exist in ESO?

Whiterun is located in the central tundra of Skyrim, along the White River that flows from Falkreath Hold to Eastmarch. The area around Whiterun is very open, stretching far to the Sundered Hills of the Reach. The area is very versatile, filled with all sorts of game, ranging from Deers to Mammoths.

Can you become a vampire lord in ESO?

Players are able to become a Vampire in Elder Scrolls Online too, though its effects are wildly different than the mainline games to be more suited for an MMO. Being a Vampire in Elder Scrolls Online opens up lots of new abilities and skills that players can add to their normal repertoire.

Do you get a house in Elder Scrolls Online?

Homes can be purchased for crowns in the Crown Store at any time, bypassing any requirements. Houses are collectible unlocks, meaning once they are purchased, they are available to all characters on an account. You can read more about the housing system here.

Who was the first human in Tamriel?

Being the first human to venture to Tamriel, Ysgramor is responsible for the first and oldest human civilizations on the continent, making him an important figure to all of the human races. The story of Ysgramor can be heard from various NPCs, books, and in some of Skyrim's best quests.

What is the oldest race in Tamriel?

The Ayleids, also known as the Wild Elves or Heartland High Elves, were the first race to establish an empire in Tamriel. They lived in a tribal society, with each "tribe" being different from the next. They were the first inhabitants of the Imperial City and apparently spoke a variation of Old Cyrodiilic.

Who is the god of Tamriel?

Akatosh is the chief deity of the Eight Divines (the major religious cult of Cyrodiil and its provinces) and one of two deities found in every Tamrielic religion (the other is Lorkhan). He is generally considered to be the first of the gods to form in the Beginning Place.

Is The Elder Scrolls Online Endless?

The Elder Scrolls Online is introducing endless dungeons into the game, which means players have an entire new endgame activity to enjoy. The Elder Scrolls Online is known for its vast expanses of player versus environment content, including dungeons, raids, arenas, and much more.

What is the average lifespan in The Elder Scrolls?

The lifespans of the humans of Tamriel are naturally the easiest to approximate. As in real life, most of the human races of The Elder Scrolls have an estimated lifespan of around eighty years.

What year does Skyrim end?

The year is 4E 201, and the High King of Skyrim has just been murdered by Ulfric Stormcloak.