Is it better to join the Stormcloaks or the Imperials?

Is it better to join the Stormcloaks or the Imperials?

The ranking system in the Imperial Legion is all about hard work and the title progression feels appropriate compared to the relatively unorthodox Stormcloaks. Moreover, the armor and weapons of the Imperial Legion are of higher quality and look arguably better than the Stormcloaks' cheap-looking gambesons.

Are Stormcloaks the bad guys?

No, they are pro nord but aren't trying to get rid of the other races. They just promote nord customs that they don't want outlawed because it's their history. The "bad guys" are the Adlmeri Dominion, AKA the Thalmor.

What do the Stormcloaks fight for?

The Stormcloaks are a rebel faction led by Ulfric Stormcloak that you have the option of joining. They seek to defeat the Imperial Legion that controls most of Skyrim, end the Empire's rule over the land, and turn Skyrim into an independent country.

Can you destroy the Stormcloaks and Imperials?

No, at least not in an unmodded game. The civil war plotlines have no "third option". You either side with the Stormcloaks and save Skyrim, side with the Imperials to control it for the elves, or stay out of it altogether.

What happens if Stormcloaks win?

Ulfric would become High King with all of the holds' jarls loyal to him. As for the people, it's debatable. There would still be a divide among the general population as to whether Skyrim should have stayed with the Empire or not.

Who becomes Jarl after Ulfric dies?

After Ulfric is dead, Tullius and Rikke will head outside. Follow them out and watch as Tullius gives a speech to the assembled Imperial soldiers, thanking them for their service. After the completion of this quest, the Imperials will install a new Jarl, Brunwulf Free-Winter.

Why is the Thalmor so evil?

The Thalmor are known to be extremely arrogant and constantly insult the Dragonborn when encountered in wilderness and tell them to mind their own business. They will attack if pushed, especially about the Talos worship and that people are free to worship what they want.

Why are the Stormcloaks bad and you should feel bad?

• All you really need to know is that The Empire had little choice but to sign a peace treaty known as the White-Gold Concordat, and it’s this that brings the Stormcloaks into conflict. See, the Stormcloaks are a made up of Nords, who are natives of Skyrim.

Why do the Stormcloaks believe the Thalmor betrayed Skyrim?

• The Stormcloaks believe that the Empire betrayed Skyrim by signing the agreement that ended the Great War. They believe that due to the White-Gold Concordat, the Thalmor have too much influence over the Empire, including ridding it of it’s Nordic religion and culture.

Why are the Stormcloaks better than the Empire?

• Based on their characteristics, the Imperial Legion and the Empire might sound a bit standard and consequentially boring. Their quests certainly aren't the most engaging aspect of the game. By comparison, although they share quite a bit of overlap, the Nord-themed storylines of the Stormcloak quests are a saving grace of the faction.

What happens if you siding with the Stormcloaks?

• If you see the true playout after the civil war, siding with the Stormcloaks could very well result in freedom for those in Tamriel from the Empire. This would also mean no longer being bound by the rules of the Thalmor. 3. They didn’t try to behead you…