Who should I give Markarth to?

Phase 2: Markarth is given to the Stormcloaks. This seems unavoidable, as there is never a dialog presented. This turns the favor toward the Stormcloaks side, which then triggers followup options to give something to the Imperials. Phase 3: You must give up either Riften or Dawnstar to the Imperials.

What should I say Markarth is worth?

Elenwen staying/leaving gives one point to the faction the decision favors, Markarth is worth 2 for Stormcloak, Riften is worth 2 for imperials, Dawnstar only worth 1 (the speech check seems to be irrelevant to the negotiation beyond getting extra speechcraft XP).

Should I give Tullius Riften or Dawnstar?

Give Riften to Tallius if you're siding with him, give him Dawnstar if you're Stormcloak. Nothing really affects gameplay or story, it's just a personal preference.

What happens if you trade Markarth for Riften?

Choosing this trade puts the Silverbloods in complete control in Markarth, and the Black-Briars in complete control of Riften. How ironic is it that both The Empire and The Stormcloaks both picked the most corrupt people in the respective cities to be Jarl?

Who is right Stormcloaks or Imperials?

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.

Why You Should NOT Join The Nightingales

What is the best side to join in Skyrim?

Who are the bad guys Stormcloaks or Imperials?

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'.

How do I become Jarl of Markarth?

Become Thane of Markarth

The idea is to complete enough quests for both the Jarl and his Steward, driving out the Forsworn from their city and their hills, as well as completing the Civil War Quests. The Jarl will then make you Thane of Markarth and appoint you a housecarl, Argis the Bulwark.

Who becomes Jarl of Markarth if the Stormcloaks win?

If the Stormcloaks gain control of Markarth, during the quest "The Battle for Fort Sungard," Thongvor becomes the new Jarl of Markarth.

Do you get your stuff back after Markarth jail?

Once past the automatons, continue through the ruins until you reach a short tunnel that leads to a door to Markarth. Thonar will return your equipment and give you the Silver-Blood Family Ring if you are on your own and have killed Madanach when you exit the gates.

Does it matter who kills Tullius?

If you choose to kill Tullius then Ulfric will give you a leveled sword with which to do the deed. If you decline then he will reward you with a leveled sword after he kills Tullius. This will complete the quest and begin the final stage of the Liberation of Skyrim.

Who becomes the Jarl of Riften if you side with the Stormcloaks?

If you join the Stormcloaks and complete the Battle for Solitude, instead of being exiled or killed, Jarl Elisif the Fair will be captured by Ulfric and coerced into renouncing her support for the Imperial Legion in favor of the Stormcloaks.

What happens if you choose Imperials?

1 Imperials: Ulfric Is Removed From Power

When you side with the Imperials, the culmination of the Civil War questline ends when Ulfric is killed. This means Windhelm is in need of a new, more accepting Jarl and Brunwulf Free-Winter is the man for the job.

What happens when you become Thane of Markarth?

Once five citizens are helped, Igmund will dub you thane, bequeathing you the Blade of the Reach – a radiant weapon which scales in type, material, and enchantment to the player's level – and unlocking Argis the Bulwark as a housecarl, alongside the many other perks that the title holds.

Is Markarth bloody enough?

Bloody enough.

Blood and silver are what flows through Markarth. That's the way it is.

Who is a high profile victim in Markarth?

All high-profile targets there are merchants (i.e. Milore Ienth, alchemist; Glover Mallory, blacksmith; Garyn Ienth, grocer; and Fethis Alor, general goods. The best bet is to kill Garyn Ienth because he doesn't offer much in the way of trading.)

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.

Is Ulfric good or bad?

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 become Jarl Skyrim?

Though the Dragonborn is able to become a member of secret societies like the Thieves Guild or curry favor with a city's authorities to become one of its Thanes, there is no way for players to officially ascend to the powerful Jarl position in Skyrim.

Does the Jarl give you a house?

After completing the Bleak Falls Barrow quest for the jarl, he will grant the player the right to own property in the city.

Why won't it let me become Thane of Markarth?

To become a Thane of Markarth, the Dragonborn needs to kill groups of Forsworn for the Jarl and his steward. They then must retrieve Hrolfdir's Shield (this quest is only given when at level 20 or higher).

What happens if you become Thane of all holds?

Benefits of Being a Thane[edit]

Grants you a personal housecarl follower (if available). Grants you a symbolic weapon of the city. Guards will forgive any bounty of less than 2000 gold (once per hold).

Who is the real villain in Skyrim?

Lord Miraak, also known as the First Dragonborn, is the titular main antagonist and the final boss fight of the Dragonborn DLC for the 2011 action role-playing high fantasy video game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

Who is the main villain in Skyrim?

Alduin, also known as the World Eater, the First Dragon, and the Twilight God, is the main antagonist and final boss fight of the 2011 action role-playing high fantasy video game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

Is it good to side with 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.